e391 FMS Blazer: Part 2, Custom Bumpers, Wheels, Detailing and Oil Filled Shocks!
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
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Bumper Set, fmsbl1-03:
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I have the Doug version, and I can confirm that this platform out performed my expectations. I have very very expensive and modified 1:10 crawlers that simply can't measure up the the performance of this thing (at scale, of course) and I hope it keeps getting all the aftermarket support I think it deserves. As a Tamiya fan as well, I like the goofy scale discrepancies. It makes the small scale easier to digest in my eyes, makes these things kind of .... Cute? I love it
This is a good way to look at it. The goofy looks not only make it more palatable to a lot of people but also make it more useful. If it had the correct size tires, it wouldn't be able to do anything.
I learned a lot with your single vídeo here, like, the metal washer, the shock tool, and how to properly paint the grill, lenses... Your pace and content is so great
Thank you! I noticed there was not a lot if info on the shock bit and the detail mods were super easy.
@@AMPROEngineering maybe add a little bit about how you are painting them, because it looks great. Then link the paint, and materials used as well
Thank you so much!
The front end looks so much better now. And I have to agree that those wheel arches are ridiculous.
Been curious of getting a 1/24 scale crawler, so far only had the 1/16 WPL's
Yeah I dont like those but to me, they are worth the details of the body, the performance and the quality.
I'm one of the few that likes the body being a bit exaggerated. I've had mine since May 12th and have been absolutely enjoying it. Some shock oil and better tires does wonders,add some brass and overdrive portal gears and it's VERY capable.
None the less I put my order in for the bumpers and roof rack lights. Awesome stuff!
More weight and better tires for sure. I think the big wheel arches are the main reason it is so usable. I mean if it was this size with the correct arches and scale size tires? Come on, it would be totally useless.
Nice work. Some of these trucks did have a silver ridge around the signal lenses.
Yeah the "argent" from the 70's was common.
I just got the treal brass upper and lower links, steering links, and portal covers. All amazing quality. Parts are starting to trickle out. Im enjoying working with the slightly larger hardware! I used adjustable metal links from fms before and was able to adjust link ends to push the wheels out from center. It didn't take much to get it looking less goofy. Awesome content! New sub here
I had seen that. I still think that compared to the SCX24 out of the box, this beats it.
Looks awesome Yep we’re here watching
Its super cool!
I really enjoy your video I learned a lot of things that I can do to my rc trucks
Glad to hear it!
6:00 What a great job you did here! Wow!
Thanks! Easy right?
@@AMPROEngineering how did you do? Your finger is saying you may have used a small brush? LIst those things, like brush, paint used, so we can buy them.
The blazer looking really good Kc lights make it have that look
Thanks! I was happy with the lights
Love your mods...so, hey Mr. 3D Printer man, how about some fender flares to tuck those tires away?
Oh man, we will see! That is a good idea
4:57 OMG! I have been looking for these everywhere, nobody had a clue about the washers. I tried them everywhere and the only logical is exactly there. Glad somebody agreed with me. People sayin they must be shims for the diffs? Dude, they are inside the same bag as the o-rings! So, must be for the shocks!!!
I sent an email to FMS support and they confirmed we were both right. That's where the washers should go. "Hi friend, We confirmed with the technician that it can be used, and its function is to tighten it to prevent oil leakage."
lol! Yeah it was weird that nothing was really mentioned about them. Makes a big difference.
Awesome video, I love the bumpers. Do you think the bumpers would fit the fms hilux?.....or maybe with a little work?
I think they would not be worth trying to fit on there. I may make a variation for the Hilux too.
@@AMPROEngineering That would be most appreciated! 👍
That thing looks great
Thank you!
i think the scx24 power wagon is worth a look mate . i have had a few mini crawlers and it’s probably my best performer and it has some lovely scale details like shovels and roll bar in the box .even has two drivers . i’d love to see what you could do with it , details wise .
i love this k5 and have just done the oil shocks but in the friction shock state the axial had it beat performance wise . but let’s see how the oil shocks work 😊👍
in terms of looks this is a beautiful rig though snd cracking fun just to drive 👍
Yeah i cover that in episode 363. I am tearing it apart to use the chassis on another build. I do like it.
yeah they use this chassis on a number of different trucks, on all of them there is wheel base differentials but it's probably just because it's cheaper to move the different body designs around the chassis, rather than re designing a new chassis for each body to keep it more "scale" looking, i think they did the best they could with the wheelbase they have. i love this truck so much, i'm going to get annother one and then turn it into a max smasher monster truck
I agree, this is an inexpensive way to make one chassis fit a lot of tastes.
Grease is excellent for holding little o-rings and whatnot in. A little tub of shock o ring grease will basically last you a lifetime.
Oh that will do it too.
Absolutely love mine. Just wish more compatible upgrade parts were available for the FMS brand.
I think we will se a lot soon!
Also have three of the FCX 24 power wagon’s The FCX 24s become my favorite
They are an outstanding platform!
Thanks bro! Your video has really helped me!
Glad to hear it
Would you rather get this or the axial scx24 Chevy?
Right on love my K5’s got to get out today a little bit, love driving them I did get a lot of compliments today. Should have my silver one any day, appreciate the video love would you share with us . I’ll be watching for the next one until then peace and chicken grease 😁👍👍😎
Glad to hear it! I think these are by far the best bang for the buck!
Thats Awesome love them bumpers and I like KC
I love my tube bumpers!
This is pretty cool. I would remove the bed part. And make a flat bed.
That would be cool!
FCX 24s become my favorite, I still drive my SCX 24s not as much is my K5 I just love driving it looks so good doing it Yep catch you on the next one until then peace and chicken grease 😁👍👍😎
It really is a rock solid platform and the body is icing on the cake
6:25 it's on point with the real deal truck TBH
Thanks. I feel like I should have done the bezel in argent though.
@@AMPROEngineering what bezel?
Awesome! Where can I find the print download for the bumpers? Is there a link?
In the description, it is the one under "MyMiniFactory"
Great video, I have 3 scx24s, 2 trx4ms, 2 smashers an 2 k5s an let me tell you this thing is amazing. I thought traxxas would have done this first who im not a big fan of. I'm glad fms did it...
Same here. I am also not a big fan of.
She's a beauty!
Came out good!
Cool little truck but can't get past that wheels in the middle thing that it's ot going on! Would have to rework the chassis and body and by that point not sure its worth that amount of work! But awesome review buddy! 😁👌
I am sure many will. The issue with having this with the correct proportions would mean it wouldn't be nearly as functional but i agree, it is still a problem for me.
Yes my favorite feature to speed transmission, granny gears and we’re out of here gears 😁👍👍 I got my silver one now it is sweet. So you’re back bumper has trailer hitch how about the receiver I need the receiver
Nice! Yes it does but i never made a receiver. Ill have to make a little bar to attach a ball stud to.
Will you be having the parts for the FMS Toyota Hilux on Shapeways any time soon ?
Ill add the parts tonight. I have some bits there but the front bull bar and rear bumper arent.
All I saw was the roll bar .
@@kevincasey6876 Try again. I make them visible when i replied to you. I just got confirmation from SW that they are validated. I can see them on my side.
Yeah only thing needs is the oil in the shocks but I can’t leave nothing alone got to make it my own
yeah It would have been nice if the shocks were pre-oiled. I know what you mean on making it your own!
I like them, i highly doubt its actually 1/24th scale but it still looks cool
No it is closer to like 1/20 but it is hard to tell given the weird wheelbase. Overall it is a great chassis and we have run this a lot!
@@AMPROEngineering scales weird, if I ever get a 3d printer id try my hardest to make the most scale accurate models with custom chassis I can possibly do
Do you have a link to the bumpers on shapewayys? I couldn't find them
Yes, there are links in the video description to everything.
The thing that throws me is the wind shield. It's just a bit tall and it just makes my brain go....wait a minute..... It's Micro Machines Scale looks.
That is very true, it does totally look like a micro machine!
The 1969 Chevrolet K5 Blazer that the FCX24 body is modeled after is correct & the windshield actually looked like that on the full size K5 Blazer.
Damn hasn't you daughter shot up.
I love the additions and mods subtle and not so subtle mods the oil makes a good upgrade, my favourite was the TRAXXAS UDR, not so much the light buckets and lights in the fans love the fans but the interior dash was another level would love to do the same to mine but not got the time to do the same also would like to have similar for my LOSI SBR clone.
Oh yeah, way too big now! Thanks! I love that build to this day. It was a lot of fun and I still love playing with that thing!
Is the Trasher just as fast as this one?
Wait...you mean smasher? I think its a tad faster since the tires are bigger.
@@AMPROEngineering Hahaha yeah I meant that 😂
My shock body's don't have the caps.....wtf? Can't put oil in them 🙁😠😡
The caps are missing? Are they not attached to the chassis then or are you referring to the ones on the bottom of the body to hold in the o-rings Either way, if you are missing anything I showed, reach out to FMS and they will send the parts.
Visor@ and bug screens
LOL! Thats a good idea
Sorry but the scale being so off with the wheelbase is a deal breaker for buying this truck for me. It's a shame because the detail on the body is great
It is a hard thing to overlook but tires/arches in the correct size would have made this way less usable.
Buying $200+ crap from Fair RC using your affiliate link because... why not? ;-)
I just sent an email to them to make sure you get your commission $
Spending $200 on crap is what this hobby is all about isnt it? At least that's also how i do. Welcome to the FMS Family my friend.
Well you are far too kind. The link should do it. I have another video coming on this truck too!
@@AMPROEngineering I was on $350, then $200, closed on $140
@@AMPROEngineering Oh, no, don't give me more ideas! I have a 3D printer but it's not resin, it's FDM... I wish I could find more "crap" to print. I have a LC80 1/18 as well. FMS is so damn good IMHO
Dude.. Who cares how realistic a (toy) rc car is to the real thing.. Lol..😂
Um, me?
Hmm, us, aficionados, hobbyists, and everyone with OCD and good taste?
Me