I have a box stock Big Rock Crew Cab 4x4 BLX 3s and, although I have liked the truck, I'd like to be able to run it on the local carpet track and not look like a weirdo running around on the track with a monster truck.
So I did a relatively cheap and pretty awesome Senton conversion. I know this isn't some big new idea, but I figured I'd share some pictures of the converted truck and the entire list of part numbers summed up into one concise post.
If you own a BRCC and want to convert to a Senton, here are the required part numbers. I ordered them all from Arrma's website and it was under 50 dollars. I got a brand new Senton body from eBay for under 50 dollars (more like 35) and then got some Duratrax carpet tires which were around 50 dollars. *note* For standard Duratrax wheels/tires you'll need some 12mm hexes, as the truck comes with 14mm.
All of the above part numbers come with both front and rear, left and right. No need to individually purchase front from rear or left from right. They come as sets; very convenient.
Additionally, I ordered the 13 tooth pinion gear to give the truck more low end punch. On an indoor carpet track, I'm not nearly as concerned with top-end speed as I am with hole-shot, battery conservation, and cool motor temps, all of which are provided by the 13T pinion.
The body I will provide a part number for as well, however, I bought mine completely box stock painted with factory decals from eBay. First of all, the orange was out of stock on Arrma's website, and second of all, I'm pretty firmly under the opinion that if I were tasked with painting a body I'd botch the operation and would regret trying it.
I will also provide the factory tires and wheels from Arrma. As stated already, I went with Duratrax tires and wheels which I will also provide for a carpet track alternative. This part is mostly unnecessary, though, as you're free to go with whatever tires and wheels you want for your application (remembering to keep in mind the differences in wheel hex sizes).
Alternatively, for carpet,
With the part numbers above, you will have a complete BRCC to Senton conversion. The only discrepancy I can think of are wheel hexes. Just double check which tires you're buying and which wheel hexes they come with. Arrma brand will be direct bolt-on. Duratrax may be bolt on depending on the ones you find. The ones I bought were 12mm as I converted my BRCC to 12mm so I could run more common wheels and tires.
Enjoy. I know I sure am!
So I did a relatively cheap and pretty awesome Senton conversion. I know this isn't some big new idea, but I figured I'd share some pictures of the converted truck and the entire list of part numbers summed up into one concise post.
If you own a BRCC and want to convert to a Senton, here are the required part numbers. I ordered them all from Arrma's website and it was under 50 dollars. I got a brand new Senton body from eBay for under 50 dollars (more like 35) and then got some Duratrax carpet tires which were around 50 dollars. *note* For standard Duratrax wheels/tires you'll need some 12mm hexes, as the truck comes with 14mm.
AR320406 | ARRMA SC Nerf Bars 4x4 SENTON | qty. 1 | $ 3.99 | |
AR320405 | ARRMA SC Bumper Set 4x4 SENTON | qty. 1 | $ 8.99 | |
AR320407 | ARRMA SC Body Mount Set 4x4 SENTON | qty. 1 | $ 7.99 | |
AR320421 | ARRMA SC Side Guard Set 4x4 SENTON | qty. 1 | $ 6.99 | |
AR320419 | ARRMA F/R Lower Skid Plate 4x4 SENTON | qty. 1 | $ 4.99 |
Additionally, I ordered the 13 tooth pinion gear to give the truck more low end punch. On an indoor carpet track, I'm not nearly as concerned with top-end speed as I am with hole-shot, battery conservation, and cool motor temps, all of which are provided by the 13T pinion.
AR310425 | ARRMA Pinion Gear 13T 0.8mod 4x4 | qty. 1 | $ 3.99 |
The body I will provide a part number for as well, however, I bought mine completely box stock painted with factory decals from eBay. First of all, the orange was out of stock on Arrma's website, and second of all, I'm pretty firmly under the opinion that if I were tasked with painting a body I'd botch the operation and would regret trying it.
AR402262 | Senton 4x4 Clear Body (INC. DECALS) | qty. 1 | $ 39.99 |
I will also provide the factory tires and wheels from Arrma. As stated already, I went with Duratrax tires and wheels which I will also provide for a carpet track alternative. This part is mostly unnecessary, though, as you're free to go with whatever tires and wheels you want for your application (remembering to keep in mind the differences in wheel hex sizes).
AR550043 | DBoots 'Fortress SC' Tire Set Glued (BLACK CHROME) (2pcs) | qty. 2 | $ 53.98 |
Alternatively, for carpet,
DTXC3687 | Duratrax Shotgun SC Tire C2 Mounted tires (2pcs) | qty. 2 | $ 53.96 |
With the part numbers above, you will have a complete BRCC to Senton conversion. The only discrepancy I can think of are wheel hexes. Just double check which tires you're buying and which wheel hexes they come with. Arrma brand will be direct bolt-on. Duratrax may be bolt on depending on the ones you find. The ones I bought were 12mm as I converted my BRCC to 12mm so I could run more common wheels and tires.
Enjoy. I know I sure am!
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