RC General Lee: Kyosho Fazer 1970 Charger to 69 1/10 scale Conversion

Watch Jim convert a 1970 Dodge Charger Kyosho Fazer into an accurate 69 Charger General Lee in this step-by-step video that takes you through the whole conversion, and gives you all of the information you need to do it yourself!
RC General Lee Intro Video: • RC General Lee Build O...
Kydex How-To Video: • How To: Making your ow...
Kyosho Fazer Mk2 1970 Dodge Charger: kyoshoamerica.com/34417t1.html
3d Printable STL Grill, Pushbar & Antenna Files: cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/...
3d Printable Wheel Files: www.thingiverse.com/thing:276... MCI Racing General Lee Decals: mciracing.ca/products/1-10th-...
Rapid Tac: www.amazon.com/dp/B006RMC8J6?...
00:00 Intro
01:17 Front Fascia
11:48 Push Bar
18:21 Rear Fascia
21:30 Decals
29:58 Wheels & Conclusion

[@steveblalock1945]

U can't find a General Lee anywhere anymore with the Flag on top...but u made an awesome correct version...again...sell them

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Thanks. Selling them isn't something I really want to do because it takes away my time from other projects, plus for the hours I have to put in to make one, I'd end up needing to charge $1200 or more, which seems kind of ridiculous.

[@user-mq6lt2hy9e]

Love how it turned out and sits

[@jdtractorman7445]

Still the best car in television history. On one of the best tv shows ever.

[@tonylashmit2613]

Awesome job. That thing looks better than most full sized replicas!

[@713Ace529]

You actually looked and considered almost everything I looked at before I build mine. I actually put the grill from I sit the body then order a bumper through shapeways by providing the size but yeah someone should of came up at least with a conversion already. I’ll check out your files cause I definitely need to finish my front end and other things. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

New subscriber here. This is awesome, and something that really needs to be done. Long Live The General Lee

[@joedipietro2559]

My comment got taken down because I said screw the haters that tore down the memorial statue of GENERAL LEE. AWESOME BUILD MY FRIEND YOU ARE A TRUE AMERICAN.

[@paulpadilla5288]

That looks awesome.....all you need now is an ESS sound box.....with the Dixie horn.....and then your talking real General Lee.....can't wait for the next one....👍

[@netcan2]

So, I have to say thank you very much for the idea and tips, I now have a pretty close version of the GL and also bought another shell and painted it pearl white with blacked out stickers and named her the Ghost of the General Lee, I also installed a Sense Innovations ESS -Dual speaker so now I have engine sound and of course the Dixie Horn, super happy and all thanks to you!

[@user-vh5qo7uh1w]

I've really enjoyed watching your first two General Lee videos. You did an awesome job on them and I just can't wait to see your other two General Lee builds.

[@rokyota]

Awesome job. I wanna tackle this project some day.

[@Martin-ri9un]

Beautiful work my man 👍👍

[@jonenglish6617]

Great work, Now I need one. Pretty excited

[@dudebro313]

The opening...have ramp will jump! Great video, well done sir. Your videos, links & parts will help new & old RC General Lee builders make it happen.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Thanks!

[@daBottman]

post more vids man. its been years hasnt it

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@daBottman I'm working on 2 more cars right now, but they're a ton of work so they're taking forever!

[@ekspatriat]

Nice to see the flag and not give in to the snowflakes.

[@SSGSSGogeta574]

you're loving that flag a bit too much 💀

[@dazofthemoo1531]

Brilliant.!! This has to be a must do for all car guys.

[@xKmotx]

That looks beautiful!

[@grumpyirish9627]

Amazing work!! I need one of those.

[@moviemanjlk0177]

Awesome build 💯👌!! It looks beautiful 😍, I really like the front end redesign grill 👌 Keep up the good work 👍

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Thanks!

[@radmanny]

Just subscribed after watching this. The General Lee is one of my all-time dream cars, and I love what you did! If I would've known about the Kyosho Fazer in the first place, I would've saved up my money a bit more instead of getting a Tamiya TT-02 with the '99 Impreza Monte Carlo body. If I ever do get the Kyosho Fazer, I'll be sure to do these! I am not the best with applying decals to rc's, but I'm sure my dad can help me out with that since he has experience with applying decals to model cars when he was younger. Once again, this is absolutely amazing, and I love it!

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

If you follow the methods that I used for the decals, it's almost fool-proof. You take as much time as you need to get them where you need them, then use tape references. Wet the decals so you can move them around until they're in the right spot, then pat the water out to keep them there.

[@russellboal8950]

This channel should be going places good work

[@carguy0734]

I always knew someone would make one love it!

[@brsrc759]

Epic build my friend! Subbed 😎🤙🏼

[@steveblalock1945]

Just subscribed...I'm ready to buy one..!

[@keithmcsorley5271]

awesome rc

[@user-mq6lt2hy9e]

Saweet love how it looks and sits

[@carrestore]

nice video👍

[@andrewmagro7703]

Liked a lot so subbed and Definitely will be watching for more great videos as i really enjoyed this as i too have this particular chassis and body and love the General Lee thanks for the great content from Over the pond

[@rajnirvan3336]

Fantastic

[@dodge5522]

Man turned out very nice looks killer

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Thanks!

[@Johncollins219]

Awesome video bro very well done

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

thanks man!

[@een-stoom-liefhebber]

Love the fact you build this to perfection and jumped it as well👌👌my childhood dream right there 😎and no i can't build for sure

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

thanks! I jumped the car about 10 times to get the shot I used in the opener, and then it got retired from jumping. I have the WLToys/RJSpeed car for the jumps now.

[@een-stoom-liefhebber]

@@BudgetRC_Channel awesome!! Really nice model if you lived in the Netherlands i wanted one for sure! Don't know that car will definitely google it sounds great fun, keep up the work 👌

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@een-stoom-liefhebber the other car is the more recent General Lee video that I did. It's the one that started as a buggy.

[@mikealexis]

wow...that was awesome

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Thanks!

[@Bluespade115]

Can I just send you the body to be done lol, Great Job Man!!

[@alantaylor353]

"Well, it looks like them Duke boys are in more trouble than a dune bug in molasses".. R.I.P "The Balladeer".. Waylon Jennings. Sweet build mate... Subbed & liked & best wishes from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🙏 ♥ ♥ 📻 🎮 🔋 🚓 🚒 🚑 🚐 🚔 🚕 🚖 🚗 🚘 🚙 🚚 🚛 🚜 🏎️ 🏍️ 🏍️ 🚤 🛥️ ✈️ 🛩️ 🚁.!

[@JoeChadburn702]

GeneralLee Speaking... Id love to Get in to Custom RC Builds. I Have Converted My Tamiya Daku Rally Porsche to Be More Suited for Road Use (Kinda Wobbles a lot so I put Washers in ALL the Joints to Eliminate it). Granted Its Off Road Capability is a Little Tighter also but I live in UK City. I Need to Own a Rock Crawler to Play around with. I built My Wife a Water Feature in the Garden and Its HUUGE! Perfect Place for Crawling 🤣🤣

[@chrisspearline767]

I don't like how small the stars are but the colors are more vibrant than what I had

[@tinygaragepowersports0122]

Absolutely amazing! You've addressed all the issues I had with the Kyosho kit as soon as it was released. One of my good friends owns a full size General Lee....I sent this to him. One of us needs to get it done...... Do you plan on offering pre-built parts for those of us who do not have access to 3D printers???

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I hadn't planned on it, but I suppose I could. Head over to my Facebook page and send me a message and we can discuss. Glad you like the car!

[@eunosmedia90]

Rc drift car body painter and detailer here in 7:09 the point you adressed is understandable and if youd prefer the razor blade method i have a tip if you score a line a few times of depending on lexan thickness you are able to peel it away from the body and it will also leave a crisp line just may take some practice

[@steveblalock1945]

You need to make hundreds of these an get ready to sell at Moonshine Festival in Dawsonville,GA. Think 3rd wk in October

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

There's no possible way I could make hundreds of them by October. They're too time consuming for that.

[@jokermahem666]

Hey man.... EXCELLENT JOB on this 1/10th scale General Lee body. Is there anyway I could pay you to make me a completely finished one just like this one ??? Looking forward to hearing from you

[@Genrou138]

Holy Shit... that looks amazing! Definitely making me consider doing it myself.

[@yassermasood3423]

Thank you for your help. Its a lovely job. Where can I get a body like this for Tamiya M08 chassis?

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Since that's their mini chassis, the Malibu hard body is the only choice that's narrow enough to work, but you'll need to stretch the chassis to the correct wheelbase.

[@davyjones04]

What kind of guitar string did you make the antenna out of if you don't mind me asking.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I think I used a "G" string from a normal set of 10-46. It was the largest unwound string that I had laying around.

[@chrisspearline767]

The 1/12 General Lee by Ramen Toy would be the one to make R/C

[@kittnord4319]

No chance to buy the kyosho charger in Europe! 😪 But great Video, great build!

[@Jonnysgarage01]

Sweeeeeeeet

[@MegaFrankgarcia]

Hello, Great Video. Do you think that Kyosho body shell would fit on a Traxxas slash LCG chassis? and if not do you have a suggestion? thank you

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

It's way too small for a Slash. Wheelbase is only about 275mm and is about 200mm wide.

[@MegaFrankgarcia]

@@BudgetRC_Channel I appreciate the response, I found the Kyosho dimensions and figured it was too small. I am using a ProForm body shell, although a 1970 Charger. The only difference I can tell is the front end. 69 has a divider in the middle of the grill. The chassis is done, Preliminary shell fittings seem to be positive. I'll keep you updated how it comes out, thanks for the video.

[@DavidSmith-jj5pr]

MCI racing is open to suggestions/accuracy advice, they can change that rear decal for you

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

You're absolutely right! I worked with them on a related project that will be featured on the channel soon and they were very accommodating.

[@hankgilleland8887]

Which wheel file did you use exactly if you don't mind me asking, size & offset thanks

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I don't remember the filename, but they were the 6mm offset wheels designed for the vintage tires. The link in the description has 4 varieties: vintage style (smaller for more tire sidewall) and modern style, each with 0mm offset or 6mm offset.

[@chrisspearline767]

I ordered the decals from mci racing over a week ago and they still haven't shipped them. Do orders take awhile from there?

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

They're in Canada, so sometimes it can take a while, especially if you're in the south.

[@chrisspearline767]

@@BudgetRC_Channel he was on vacation he didn't process my order til over a week

[@jonenglish6617]

Is the kyosho the best option?. I want a general lee that can do realistic jumps without breaking.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

If you watch my previous video I go over multiple options with some of the pros and cons. I haven't built them all yet, but when I do I'll be doing a follow-up video to compare them all.

[@chrisspearline767]

What are all of the scale sizes you received with a 1/10 order?

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Not sure what you mean?

[@yassermasood3423]

Question please. Will this body fit on Tamiya TT-01 and TT-02 chassis?

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

unfortunately, no. This body has a longer wheelbase that only works with the longer Kyosho Fazer chassis. There is a body available from MCI Racing that I highlighted in my General Lee intro video that I'll be doing a build with soon. That body is designed for standard sized touring car chassis, including the Tamiyas.

[@bub2010]

Your link is to the wrong set of decals... I just got mine delivered and they are incorrect.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

It appears that MCI offers 2 varieties now, and for some reason the new one uses the original link. My link is updated now.

[@netcan2]

First and foremost, wow that looks awesome! I noticed the link shows they are out of stock. Do you sell them or know where else I can find one? I’m very interested and would much rather buy from you since it’s perfect, yee-haw!

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I'm not sure where you can get the cars. They seem to be getting a bit hard to find, unfortunately.

[@netcan2]

Do you have one for sale?

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@netcan2 I don't, sorry.

[@netcan2]

No problem. Thank you!

[@netcan2]

Ok, so I found the car, wheels and push bar, do you know where I can buy the grill? Everything else was on Ebay, except for the 69 grill, do you sell them on Ebay?

[@RickyD1968]

This video is cool but it would have Awesome if we could see you do all the cuts !!!!!!

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

There wasn't really anything special to see. Cut near the line with lexan scissors, then sand/file your way to the line.

[@SlavaRC]

🥰🤩💥💯👍💪👏👏👏

[@w.e.s.]

I prefer metal brackets with a metal brush guard.

[@dukeclytn]

I ordered the decals from MCI but my flag doesn’t have the white border. Did you have to special order that part.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

No, mine had the border. Send him an email and ask. He should take care of you.

[@dukeclytn]

@@BudgetRC_Channel Thanks

[@jacobeakright7834]

Where did you find the wheels

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Check the description, there's a link to the files. If you need them printed, I can do it and there are also guys on eBay that sells them.

[@w.e.s.]

I got the malibu body and can't quit busting the grill to pieces

[@ERVIN1931]

Could you do one of these for me because I don’t have a 3-D printer or anything like that and I don’t have patience but I really want one of these cars. Thank you and have a blessed day.

[@tysonpitre8008]

Do yall sell this body already made.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I would consider it, but it would be expensive. There's a lot of time involved to do it right.

[@pliantimpala7858]

Looks great! Although I don't understand why they don't put any care into the proportions of the body, same goes with Autoart, Greenlight, Johnny Lightning and Jada are the worst offenders by far.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

With RC cars, the bodies are formed from Lexan, which can limit what they do. That's why the rear fascia is a separate piece. They also need the bodies to fit on their existing chassis, which means the wheelbase and track width is already pre-determined.

[@pliantimpala7858]

@@BudgetRC_Channel That's true about the body having to be the length of the chassis. But the Diecast companies don't have any excuses for some of the trash they produce. The best 1/18 Charger casting is still the Hot Wheels one from like 20 years ago.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@pliantimpala7858 I'm not familiar enough with the diecasts to know. Most of them look decent enough to me.

[@gamercat7004]

I'm converting my charger into the duke o death in gta5 I'm halfway done to the body.

[@josephamato6723]

yes i want you to build me the wheels

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

Feel free to message me through the Budget RC Facebook page. The link should be on my KZbin channel page.

[@chrisspearline767]

Budget the cheapest I found one of these is for 1,500.00

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

That's because they're discontinued now. The cars were $250 forever.

[@chrisspearline767]

@@BudgetRC_Channel oh yeah that's a budget price

[@carljr4541]

Great build but water based decals? Not for me. I got ones that stick. Don't have to worry about them tearing, also my bull bar is attached to the body and I don't and would not jump my RC. Rather run it then tear up the car.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

These aren't waterslide decals, they're normal adhesive backed decals. I used the spray to help me position them properly. Tear up the body if you like, it's your car!

[@carljr4541]

@@BudgetRC_Channel Not me I run it not gonna tear it up by jumping stuff, if people want to do that then to each there own as I take care of my RC cars not rough with them because I want them to last. My mistake on the decals.

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@carljr4541 I don't plan on tearing this one up either. Minor jumps for this one. My next video will debut my jump car.

[@carljr4541]

@@BudgetRC_Channel Cool can't wait to check it out, any recommendations on the glue used for the tires? In-case they wear want to be able to remove them without ruining the vector rims, thanks!

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

@@carljr4541 not sure there. Acetone is the only thing that'll soften superglue and I'm not sure what it'll do to printed wheels. My suggestion would just be to use a couple small dabs of glue. It shouldn't take much to keep them on. Mine aren't even glued on to my car yet and it still drives fine.

[@Mickeytwoguns1]

Cash money on the barrel head, how much we talkin

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

$1 million.

[@728yamaha]

Do you make these for sale? Great video 👍

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I don't offer complete cars, but I have the 3d files for sale, and I also offer those parts printed.

[@roblapouple7552]

Where get the wheels

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

The link to the 3d files is in the video description. If you don't have a printer, you can usually find someone local who can do the print for you.

[@josephamato6723]

so i asked you to build me the wheels and i gave you my email but i did not hear back from you

[@BudgetRC_Channel]

I'm sorry, I don't recall seeing it. KZbin is too hectic with comments for me to see that sort of thing. The best way to reach me is to send a PM through the Budget RC Facebook page. Thanks.