My new VX Shannon

[RamAirZ]

Well, got another VX today, she matches Silvia pretty well (both Astral Silver) but had a few things that I didn't like so I didn't waste any time getting to work on it!












































This is how she looked when I got her:
http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/4896913294_f1230967df.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/image-2.jpg


I didn't like the light bar in all it's chrome glory on top or the huge brush guard, so I took 2 of the lights off the top and sanded the chrome off to make them flat black and removed the brush guard. I then removed all the dumb decals on it and painted the fangs silver and painted a nice VX in the grille lol

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_4995.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_4994.jpg

I'll end up taking the chrome side tanks off but I have to take apart the whole RC (motor and all) and didn't want to do that today, gonna play with it for awhile. I'm gonna repaint the whole thing soon too. I'm thinking about swapping the body onto rock crawler frame like this one day:

http://tracgear.com/product/rc4wd/truck/TrailFinder/g32/DSC_0472.jpg

This VX RC is actually 4wd too which is kinda cool lol

[RamAirZ]

Decided to take Shannon for a little offroading today, first we hit up "Grassy Ridge", here she is doing a little climbing:

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5006.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5008.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5009.jpg

Later we met up with Silvia and Shannon decided to make Silvia her b**ch:
http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5007.jpg

We also hit up "Rocky Creek" and "Cardboard Canyon" today, I have a vid from each that I'm waiting to upload. She climbed the wall at "Cardboard Canyon" pretty well!

[vt_maverick]

So where did the name come from?

[RamAirZ]

I dunno, it just jumped out at me for some reason :_confused:

[Anita]

Later we met up with Silvia and Shannon decided to make Silvia her b**ch:


LOLOLOLOLOL!!! :naughty:

Okay that comment and picture just made my week.

[tom4bren]

I thought you named it after Claude Shannon ... the famous Electronics Engineer. Ya know, this forum holds us engineers in such high regard.

[RamAirZ]

LOLOLOLOLOL!!! :naughty:

Okay that comment and picture just made my week.

lol glad I could help


and that's it Tom!

[tom4bren]

BTW, I'm not so geeky that I knew who Claude Shannon was. I googled shannon (looking for a smart arse response) and found the reference in wikipedia. The rest just fell into place.

He is my new hero though - maybe someday I'll have a wikipedia reference too.

[Bob Barker]

Looks like when a chihuahua tries to mount a great dane!

[RamAirZ]

LOL, here she is at "Rocky Creek":

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5004.mp4

And here she is climbing "the wall" at "Cardboard Canyon":

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_4997.mp4









and yes, the carpet looks dirty lol, but that's from a little course I made earlier

[Triathlete]

removed the brush guard.

Marlin will be disappointed in you!:bwgy:

[RamAirZ]

lol it does have a striking resemblance to his first bumper:

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/image-2.jpg

http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa234/nfntruth/Bumper%20project/IMGP0542.jpg

[samneil2000]

lol it does have a striking resemblance to his first bumper:


Bwaaaaahhaaahahahaaa :bgwb:

[Marlin]

Not a fair pic, I lifted it up later on:
http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa234/nfntruth/hallowharrie09/CopyofDSCN7907.jpg

I too got my toys today, a yellow stomper, needs lockers though, it gets stuck very easily.

Also got the VX pulling snowmobile, some scaling problems, the snowmobile is bigger that the VX!!!!

[RamAirZ]

lol maybe the snowmobile is a MONSTER snow mobile? haha ya I know you lifted the bumper but that pic looked the closest lol. This one is "locked" but it's driven like a tank, the left front and left rear are tied together and same on the right side, so when you have to turn you just use one side and snap the other to do a quick turn. It actualy works REALLY well, I had it in a little hole out back earlier and it did pretty good until the battery started dying and it wouldn't turn the wheels when they got "stuck". I'll post some pics/vid of that adventure in a minute. Had to take the wheels off and get the mud afterwards. I'm thinking of getting one of these and putting the VX body on it:

http://www.losi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0222

http://www.losi.com/Content/ProductStatic/LOSB0222/chassisCallout.jpg

That or getting one of those WalMart brand ones that people seem to have good luck with. They are "beginner" Crawlers but shoot, I'd just be using it for fun so that's ok with me. You should bring yours to Uwharrie and we can have a mini-vx trail run! Take em through Daniel!

[RamAirZ]

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5013.jpg

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http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5019.mp4

[RamAirZ]

Oh and if it was a Proton RC it could be Tom's with the offset!

[VX KAT]

Kool! Reminds of of Coastie's with the yellow light covers!

[RickOKC]

Really cool! Hmmm, that cladding sure looks black to me.

[RamAirZ]

Ya, she's gotten a daily coat of R/R

[RickOKC]

I thought you named it after Claude Shannon ... the famous Electronics Engineer. Ya know, this forum holds us engineers in such high regard.
I refer to engineers as "weirdos" ONE TIME and they just won't let it go! Sheesh, and I didn't even mean it very much.

Maybe I should have apologized?

:laugho:

[RamAirZ]

ya maybe you should have lol

[RickOKC]

"I offer a complete and utter retraction. The imputation was totally without basis in fact, and was in no way fair comment, and was motivated purely by malice, and I deeply regret any distress that my comments may have caused you, or your family, and I hereby undertake not to repeat any such slander at any time in the future."
:_beer::_beer::_beer:

[Ascinder]

Kool! Reminds of of Coastie's with the yellow light covers!

Exact same thing I first thought too. We should make him a tribute VX and send it to him, LOL. Looks like they stole the inspiration for the roof lights from Dub though:D


http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/image-2.jpg
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/036.JPG

[ZEUS]

That RCVX looks like it might be more of a micro crawler (hard to tell tho) - check it! http://www.losi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0236
That's right, 1/24 scale... just like this: http://www.etamiya.com/shop/tamiya-24191-tamiya-124-isuzu-vehicross-p-6070.html

I want the Losi mini crawler for my larger VX RC body! Too many projects already tho.

lol maybe the snowmobile is a MONSTER snow mobile? haha ya I know you lifted the bumper but that pic looked the closest lol. This one is "locked" but it's driven like a tank, the left front and left rear are tied together and same on the right side, so when you have to turn you just use one side and snap the other to do a quick turn. It actualy works REALLY well, I had it in a little hole out back earlier and it did pretty good until the battery started dying and it wouldn't turn the wheels when they got "stuck". I'll post some pics/vid of that adventure in a minute. Had to take the wheels off and get the mud afterwards. I'm thinking of getting one of these and putting the VX body on it:

http://www.losi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0222

http://www.losi.com/Content/ProductStatic/LOSB0222/chassisCallout.jpg

That or getting one of those WalMart brand ones that people seem to have good luck with. They are "beginner" Crawlers but shoot, I'd just be using it for fun so that's ok with me. You should bring yours to Uwharrie and we can have a mini-vx trail run! Take em through Daniel!

[RamAirZ]

My current VX RC is about 10" long so it's alot bigger than the 1/24 scale Losi, but a little smaller than the 1/18 scale. I've thougth about getting the 1/24 model and building a 1/24 version but I like the size of my RC

[tom4bren]

My ... is about 10" long so it's alot bigger than the ... I like the size of my ...

Delusions of gradeur???

Careful of what you type here ... you WILL be quoted ... and taken out of context.:)

[tom4bren]

I refer to engineers as "weirdos" ONE TIME and they just won't let it go! Sheesh, and I didn't even mean it very much.

Maybe I should have apologized?

:laugho:

Nah. We take perverse pride in the ribbing. It keeps us focused on the fact that everything we do is for the benefit of the 'Little People':)

[tom4bren]

Oh and if it was a Proton RC it could be Tom's with the offset!

Not till you get a '99 Dodge Van RC that you can park it on top of!!!

[RamAirZ]

I take perverse pride in rubbing little people':)

What was that about quoting and out of context Tom?

[tom4bren]

Touche'

Were you an Engineer in a previous life???

[RamAirZ]

lol nope but I was studying to be a Mechanical Engineer, moving and babies put a halt on finishing that for now :( I have alot of Engineer qualities though lol

[RamAirZ]

Messed around with Shannon a bit today (don't tell the wife!)

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5034.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5024.jpg

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5033.mp4

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5030.mp4

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5031.mp4

[Marlin]

Messed around with Shannon a bit today (don't tell the wife!)

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5034.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/IMG_5024.jpg

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5033.mp4

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5030.mp4

http://s583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/?action=view&current=MVI_5031.mp4

I think I hear a tick in the engine, maybe you need to check the timing belt tensioner?

Check the overheating thread, there is a really good mechanic that has been working on the VX for a bit....:goof: he might be able to help you out.

[vt_maverick]

What's up with the sharkfin on the hood? I can't remember, was that there to begin with or did you add it on? Maybe a functional cooling scoop for the engine? ;) :D

[RamAirZ]

lol the shark fin was there from the factory, it was a very rare option, and I think what your hearing is my supercharger whine and my locker engaging Marlin, the motor purrs like a kitten on acid

[Anita]

I think Shannon needs her own talk show. She should be traveling to different lands off-roading and give dating advice, of course.

[RamAirZ]

That could be a new youtube sensation!

[RamAirZ]

She got herself a custom snorkel today!

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/1999%20Isuzu%20Vehicross/IMG_5059.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/1999%20Isuzu%20Vehicross/IMG_5057.jpg

http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/ss272/RamAirZ/1999%20Isuzu%20Vehicross/IMG_5058.jpg

[Marlin]

I think Shannon needs her own talk show. She should be traveling to different lands off-roading and give dating advice, of course.

It would be hot if you could get some girl on girl action with the ORW, she was last seen in the UK IIRC.

[RamAirZ]

It would be hot if you could get some girl on girl action with the ORW, she was last seen in the UK IIRC.

:laughing::laughing::laughing::laughing::laughing:

[VX KAT]

Well, RamAirZ, I don't know quite how to tell you this, but Shannon has another boy toy other than you....her boyfriend's name is Freddy J, He goes rock crawling, loves Palm Trees, and playin' in the dirt. Some say he's a loser, but looks like he's flexin' some muscle in these shots.....I think he might be a bit jealous of you.....

I just thought you should know since you're showering her with so much time and love and a new snorkel and all....:wave:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/P1070639.JPG

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http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC_00361.JPG

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http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC_0042.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/P1070646.JPG

[RamAirZ]

I had a feeling she was seeing someone else, but a Toyota :(



LOL that's a sweet crawler you got Kat! I'm planning on swapping a crawler frame under ol' Shannon one of these days!

[LittleBeast]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC_0042.JPG

NO WAY!!!!! Those are little Nitto Mudd Grappler Tires!!!!!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/VXcovers_012.jpg

[crotchrocket]

I'm afraid Shannon has a brittish lover too, they met on the NET in a Forum rather like this one, she likes his articulation :D


http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j31/crotchrocket3000/normal__ADG0537_1516.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j31/crotchrocket3000/normal_new_rc_pics_025.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j31/crotchrocket3000/IMG00055-20100809-1850.jpg

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[tom4bren]

Y'all are just not right in the head:disturbed

[VX KAT]

Y'all are just not right in the head:disturbed

Yeah, now der's a surpize!..... what's yer point nutz brother? :_thinking:goof: :laugho::laugho:

[RamAirZ]

Wow ya Shannon get's around, but it makes sense, this way she won't be lonely when she travels abroad!

[tom4bren]

KAT,

Not a thing. It's just one of my favorite movie quotes & use (over use) it at any available opportunity.

Braveheart:

"I never liked him anyway ... he wasn't right in the head"

(ya gotta say it in your best Irish accent).

That one came about 5 min after my other favorite quote from the movie (same guy):

"Quit changin the subject and answer the fookin question"