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Well, I got the King Hauler and Box Trailer.
I searched for a write-up thread on this and found nothing so I figured I'd start this one.
I know Michael Kranitz did a write up in the King Hauler/Tanker which was great, but I figured since the Knight Hauler and Box Trailer are so different that I would set this thread up.
I will also go in depth about the MFU and other electronics.
Like Michael Kranitz said, this is the MOST wonderful modeling experience you will ever encounter!!!!
Build-up includes: Knight Hauler w/ full BB Multi Function Unit Aluminum Wheels mod Finishing tips
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First I'll discuss the radio. The only radio that is recommended for the big rigs and tanks is the Futaba 4VWD Attack 4CH AM radio. It is designed for this function. It comes with 2, 3004 servos, a third servo is required for the motorized leg function. The 4VWD also supplies a metal shift gate for the throttle side. This allows you to shift the vehicle without damaging the transmission.
Yes, the rigs can be driven with only two channels. If you have only a 2 channel radio, you will not have the option to use the Multifunction Unit or any accesories.
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Looking forward to the complete build up!!
Although I wonder if this radio would work or not? It has the analog trim sliders too.. so it should work with the MFU.. and it is a comptuerized radio with multi-model memory.. and is available w/ surface channel... As well as being FM..
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multi fucntion unit
basically a little hub where all the lights and stuff on the truck are controlled from. It also controlls all the vibrations and sounds such as the startup rumble and cab vibration. It's a cool little thing for people who like extreme scale but personally I find it a little overpriced, 150 would be okay but I think it costs more like 300!
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Looking forward to the complete build up!!
Although I wonder if this radio would work or not? It has the analog trim sliders too.. so it should work with the MFU.. and it is a comptuerized radio with multi-model memory.. and is available w/ surface channel... As well as being FM..
The main requirement is that both sticks need to have "return to neutral" functions. For example, most 4ch's have the increment style movement for the throttle and not return to neutral. Using a radio that does not have return to neutral for the throttle causes the MFU to misread the neutral position.
Did that make sense?
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ORIGINAL: R/C fan-addict It's a cool little thing for people who like extreme scale but personally I find it a little overpriced, 150 would be okay but I think it costs more like 300!
I couldn't agree with you more, but Tower had the best price at $299. Honestly, once you hear the sounds and run it through all the functions you realize that you definitely got your money's worth.
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