new to rc trucking

[jrdido]

hi guy's, i'm james from nyc.... i'm returning to the hobby of rc after 20 years. and have been bitten by the custom truck bug, i've been inspired by the work i've seen in these forums. i have so many idea's in my head and hope i'm worthy of being in such great company. i think i'm going to start with a tamiya night hauler, customize it with some bolt on accessories just to get my feet wet. and see where it takes me. so if you have any advise it will be greatly appreciated.... thank you.... james

[Radio Control Trucker]

Welcome James. Just take your time and build to your own liking.

There are several hop-up items available for these trucks. Over time you'll discover most of these on you own. Here's a list to help you get started:

http://www.rigidrc.com/

http://www.ihbcustommachining.com

http://verkerk.modelbouw-onlineshop.nl/

http://www.gardentrucking.com

http://www.truescale-rc.com/

Have fun.

- RCT

[Finster]

Welcome to the board. You'll learn a lot just looking at other peoples posts (I know I do). My only advise is to post a lot of pictures and a couple of videos of your builds. That way it keeps everyone happy here. We like pictures and videos.

[tc1cat]

Welcome to a GREAT hobby. The first item you should think about is some sort of gear reduction unit to slow down the stock truck. Whether it is after the tranny or between the motor and tranny is your choice. If you have watched any of the demolition derby videos, these trucks do not have GRUs in them. The GRU makes the trucks easier to drive and safer for both you and the other trucks.

Enjoy the best forum on the web

[jrdido]

thank you all for the welcoming...... i'm looking forward to my first build, even though it will be mostly a stock truck out of a box, it's my first and cant wait to get started.. i will post pics of my progress... but this is all new to me, and i'm still learning how to post messages and reply's its a little confusing at first thanks again......... james

[doodlebug]

Welcome aboard! Try this link, for how to post pictures. http://rctruckandconstruction.com/sh...=post+pictures
Cheer's, Neil.

[jrdido]

i'm back.. i finally ordered and received all the parts for my first build. I've gone all out and bought just about everything i need to build my custom king hauler.

[dabears]

Cant wait to see your build thru its progress!

My tip would be when choosing a radio don't just go by price, think out your long run ideas and plan accordingly.. When I started I bought a 5channel and out grew it in a few months now I have a DX8 and I love it. all though a few more channels would be nice..... HAHA good luck with your build!!

[jrdido]

well ran into my first problem, i'm also having a dump trailer made, and was packing it in order to ship it to my builder, who is izzy, from this forum, while packing the parts i noticed the frame rails are shorter than the dump body, i'm going to need rails from a semi (box)trailer. let the problems begin.....

[1985 kenworth]

welcome james to the forum we don't judge people by worthiness here everyone is welcome here and no question is too big or small and no matter if you are a beginner or a veteran at the truck build scene we are here to help you in every which way we can .look around ,ask questions and enjoy yourself and we hope to see some pictures and hear some of your ideas for some builds here,and i say some because you will find quickly...1 is not enough

[flatdeck]

Welcome James Glad you wanted to joint us..

Wayne

[Trucker_Jo]

Welcome! About 2 years ago I was a total newbie as well with o modeling experience and still don't have a truck but have learned a huge wealth of information from all these guys here and from watching their builds. I just now started my scratchbuild project, but have fun with the build!

[jrdido]

ok.. i'm ready for my first build... i have contacted a couple of builders from this site. gained a bit of knowledge.. collected many custom parts for my truck,, now my next question is.. where do i go to post comments, pictures, and questions about my progress?

[BRICKNICK]

Hey James, my one bit of advise is just know that this isn't a hobby.......IT'S AN ADDICTION. Very rarely do you find someone with just one truck n not planning on more.

[jrdido]

you are so right.. lol.. i'm already planning my next 2 builds.. i'm addicted. i'm on the computer looking for something new every chance i get,, or at the work bench building something... i'm not complaining .. i enjoy it...

[jrdido]

but i'm still not sure whitch forum catigory to post questions, comments and pictures of my progress

[Smiley]

Originally Posted by jrdido

but i'm still not sure whitch forum catigory to post questions, comments and pictures of my progress

Ya could prolly put them in the highway trucks and trailer section

Keith

[Radio Control Trucker]

It's pretty self-explanatory James.

If you look at the thread headers, they have a short explanation under the header.
You should be able to decide for yourself the best option in just a few seconds for each thread you wish to start. Be aware that you don't need to start a new thread just to post a new message - sometimes you can use one of your threads that you previously started or just post a thought on an existing thread if you wish to make a comment to someone in an on-going conversation.

As you use the system more, you'll become more comfortable with it and soon you'll be a pro. Just take your time and have fun.

Hope to see some of your work soon.

- RCT

[jrdido]

thank you, it is a little con


















































thank you for the advice..

[jrdido]

hello, it's been a little while i've been on here,, i've built 5-6 trucks since the last post.. i would really like to post pictures. nut having a hard time figuring it out.. any advice?