MAD RC Unpainted V8 Engine Model Kit: Motorized DIY Scale Accessory for SCX10 Capra
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For the true scale builder, "off-the-shelf" is never enough. The MAD RC V8 Engine Kit (Unpainted Version) is the ultimate blank canvas for your 1/10 scale crawler. Whether you want the rusty grit of a junkyard find, the pristine "Chevy Orange" of a restoration, or a custom metallic livery to match your truck, this kit gives you total creative control. It’s not just a static block; it’s a motorized, kinetic heart for your RC crawler that waits for your artistic touch to bring it to life.
Why Choose the Unpainted MAD RC V8?
- The Ultimate Customization: Arriving in its original raw material color, this kit is designed for modelers who love to paint. Prime it, airbrush it, wash it, and weather it. You decide the history and look of your engine.
- Kinetic Realism: This isn't a static 3D print. Once assembled and powered, the pulleys spin, the belts wind, and the cooling fan rotates. It simulates the idle of a real V8, adding dynamic movement to your engine bay.
- High-Precision XLA Technology: Manufactured using industrial-grade XLA 3D printing, the model captures intricate details that injection molding misses—from the spiral intake manifold to the layered cylinder heads.
- Crawler Compatibility: Designed to fit perfectly in the engine bays of popular chassis like the Axial AX90104, SCX10 II, Capra, and Vanquish VS4-10 Pro/Ultra. It turns empty space into a mechanical focal point.
Technical Highlights: Anatomy of a Scale V8
- Full Accessory Simulation: The design includes all the external components of a real engine: air conditioning compressor, power steering pump, water pump, generator, and oil pan. It’s a complete package.
- Durable Drive Train: Despite its small size, the moving parts run on a full bearing structure. This ensures that your motorized display runs smoothly and reliably without excessive friction or wobble.
- Motorized Core: A small internal electric motor drives the external flywheel and belt system. It connects to your receiver or an external battery to simulate engine operation (Note: This does not power the wheels of your car).
Specifications
- Brand: MAD RC
- Version: Unpainted / Original Material Color
- Material: High-Precision 3D Printed Resin / Metal / ABS
- Dimensions: 6.4 x 6 x 5.5 cm
- Weight: 200g
- Compatibility: Axial SCX10 II, Capra, VS4-10, etc.
- Function: Motorized Rotation (Simulated Running)
- Assembly Status: DIY Kit (Requires Assembly & Painting)
Usage Scenario: The Modeler’s Workbench
It’s a rainy Saturday. You’re at your workbench with your airbrush and sanding sticks. You carefully sand the raw resin parts, apply a coat of fine primer, and then lay down a custom block color. After adding an oil wash to highlight the bolt details, you assemble the moving parts. Finally, you install it into your crawler. When you pop the hood at the next trail run, you aren't just showing off a part you bought; you're showing off a piece of art you created.
Important Tips for Builders
- Surface Preparation is Key: As this is a raw XLA 3D printed product, minor burrs or layer lines may be present. We recommend lightly sanding the parts with fine-grit sandpaper and applying a filler primer before painting to achieve a smooth, professional finish.
- Mounting Brackets: This kit includes the engine block only. You will need to purchase or fabricate an engine mount compatible with your specific chassis (e.g., SCX10 mount) to install it securely.
- Handle with Care: Unpainted resin can be brittle before curing/painting. Handle delicate parts like the pulleys and brackets gently during the assembly process.
- Not a Drive Motor: This engine rotates for visual effect only. Your RC car still requires its standard transmission and motor to drive the wheels.
Customer Support
We support the makers and the painters. If you have questions about painting techniques, assembly, or compatibility, please contact our support team at service@helloworld7.com.
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