FMS FCX24 Power Wagon UPGRADES - Furitek BRUSHLESS Conversion, Extended Wheelbase, Crawling & More!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Timestamps Build recap and current state: 1:28 Furitek upgrades: 6:30 Installation and setup: 8:27 Course runs: 11:19 Final thoughts: 16:09

[@rodgalley9209]

With the longer wheelbase what do I use as a driveshaft? I looked on the RCAWD website, most of the parts are there. Not sure on what links I need though there was a couple of options.

[@joweemac]

thanks for the timestamps

[@djtazzmtl]

Hi, whats the gladiator shaft you talk about?

[@andrewrichey7374]

Heck yeah love it, just ordered a new bed for one of my power wagons. Appreciate your sharing catch you on the next one

[@mikebougher3731]

I'm going to buy 2 scx24's Friday for my nephew and I. Looks like I might have to get a couple of these too at some point. Thanks for helping me spend more money! 🤣

[@CapeCrawlers]

LOL You're welcome I think!

[@xthesut]

I agree dude even though you get hung up from time to time it’s so worth the look and stance of the truck…overall sick setup for sure 🤘🏻

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching! Sometimes it's a worthy trade off for the look we want!

[@josephlawrence6873]

What's what shocks are you running on this build

[@CapeCrawlers]

@@josephlawrence6873 RCAWD double barrel shocks. Not the oil filled versions, just the regular long travel shocks.

[@greggrube2948]

Awesome build brother 👍 furitek is the way to go for that slow crawl that's really needed. You got me really thinking 🤔 about the furitek combo , I have the red one with the gladiator rear trailing arms and the all brass injora wheels. Awesome video brother!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching! The Furitek combo in this is great. I just need to figure out how to utilize the two speed gearbox again. On 3S lipo with the brushless motor and second gear this thing is going to RIP!

[@bencleveland5867]

What a monster!

[@deanweller5789]

Man this power wagon is a beast! Agreed The stance is wild

[@sugatooth]

Looking great. I can't wait to see a similar conversion on the TRX-4M.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching! I've got the Furitek system coming for the TRX4M. Can't wait!

[@michaelrobles1040]

That crawler climbs like a blob. Awesome build!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching!

[@brettbishop777]

Adam, incredible video - nothing new there but i've been using the trailing arms from McCue and they have been great but I am looking for more articulation then they can provide. Grabbed the black Rcawd trailing kit and the green double barrel shocks. Cant wait to get them on my yellow Power Wagon. Really loving the Swamp Kings with Injora Brass portal covers and 43g brass wheels too!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! I had the McCue links on here prior and while they worked amazing, I also was looking for more movement in the links. Props to McCue for being the first to put these things out though!

[@travisyork3915]

Furitek Cayman owner here! Almost same truck! 😊

[@CapeCrawlers]

Very close!

[@svorc88]

I think your setup is very cool and functional!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! This is one of my favorite setups.

[@abrahamanzaldua6289]

I been looking at the fms 1/10 Atlas and since you just did a video unboxing of the 1/10 lc80 adding a series of fms 1/10's would be awesome 🙏

[@tonyvillalba6299]

It seems like the inverted frame rails got hung up on more obstacles that they did help out. To your point, the stance looks on point! But what your long-term assessment of those arms mounted upside-down?

[@originalkontrol]

That thing looks so sick!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! It's one of my favorite rigs from a visual perspective. So mean looking.

[@jesseknoblaugh2630]

That thing is a beast no doubt 🤌💪

[@CapeCrawlers]

Absolutely is. Love it!

[@animalpix13]

Modified FCX will destroy all others even if modified! Those and the swampkings are my go to. Flubbers with fix side wall issue. Velcro your tegu on the transmission and run the stock battery in holder. This way you can drop the body down. I run the rear scx link arms up front. If you go with the shock loops I showed you and the shocks you'll spend some time with a Dremel to modify the body but its well worth it!!! I love Furitek motors but I opted for MOFO BAM 4100KV bolts right up. All metal gears are a MUST with this motor. In first gear it slow crawls well and the the punch is amazing. In second gear its just bananas almost incontrollable. No need for 3s unless your making a drag truck LOL. Merry Christmas. PM on facebook if you want to know more....

[@CapeCrawlers]

Great idea with the battery/esc location! I need to figure out how to get my avatar transmitter to switch gears. But you are right about the speed, it's fast even in first gear!

[@animalpix13]

@@CapeCrawlers I use GT5 and AR52-A2+ rx plug n play shifts perfectly😁

[@301Roman]

Good afternoon. have you moved the switch itself from the receiver? otherwise, it is practically not available when the cabin is dressed) at least my fingers do not fit through)

[@nunocarneiro464]

That thing is looking sweet

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! It's one of my favorites from a visual perspective.

[@brianbiro9094]

She is Awesome Man 💙😜👊👍✌️🦅🇺🇸🦼

[@johnnyjackson6430]

That is the most bad ass rig I've seen. Absolutely in love with the look of it. Great job! 👍

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you, I appreciate that!!

[@beemsquar1]

Great video. The rig looks Sick! I couldn't tell, are the front links the RCAWD high clearance links or the standard ones with the Y link you fitted in a previous video? Love what you've done with this. My shopping list is growing and my bank account is shrinking for sure! Subscribed. 👍

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you! The front links are the RCAWD links. They come with a Y-link for the uppers and bent links for the lowers. I feel like the FCX works better with the Y link personally.

[@kcsprig]

Hello! What wheel nuts are you using? Also, what steel driveshaft would you recommend for the Furitek Cayman Pro? Thanks!

[@VS666]

really good looking truck, performance to back it up too! i got a free 18 scale jeep when i bought a couple of monster trucks last month from FMS but it's pretty bad out of the box, i sent it to a friend as a christmas gift. my wife got me a pandahobby 6x6 that is pretty awesome but the electronics are already lagging, half second delay on the transmitter

[@CapeCrawlers]

Was it the Fire Horse 1/18 that you got for free by chance? We've got one of those and I'm struggling with what to do with it.

@@CapeCrawlers I got that Fire Horse and would really love to see what you’ll come up with this one if you figure out something to do with it. Thx for the great videos !

[@VS666]

@Cape Crawlers it's a ROCHOBBY Cheyenne Jeep (not the 6x6), looks like a FMS by another name but I can't find this model anywhere maybe discontinued a long time ago

[@joweemac]

I love your videos they are very helpful. I can’t find a video where someone discusses the wires needed to set up furitek in the FCX24 …. I’m struggling to set up Furitek in my FMS K5 Blazer….. Can you help with that subject?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I can try. What exactly do you mean by wires? You’ll need a new receiver and the furitek system will plug into that (usually in channel 2).

[@nathansrcs4369]

Nice crawler, Dam!!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks, I love this thing!

[@HobbyPerfeXion]

The frame on that thing reminds me of the race bikes (motorcycles) with the extended frames. So it's like the dragster of mini crawlers lol.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Absolutely! It's like those extended motorcycles built for hill climbing!

[@chrisv73]

Rad rig mon!!👍

[@bronco19711]

Super cool!

[@thomaswoolsey2602]

Great video. Thanks for this.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@quentinsilas5912]

Is there a set of links out there for the front uppers that allow a pivot ball to screw into the chassis like a scx24, rather than how it is directly screwed to the chassis?

[@jomo180]

Can you post an update when you find a way to utilize the second stage on the transmission? I’ll be ordering everything once you do 😂this rig is Amazing!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Absolutely! I am hoping to dig into it this weekend.

[@joepadilla6297]

I just bought one last week and I love it but it needs a little help what’s your build list minus the brushless conversion if you don’t mind your truck looks awesome

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! Its got: RCAWD brass wheels with Injora 64mm tires (soft lil nova foams) RCAWD shocks, trailing arm kit, high clearance links up front, and axle housings Treal portal covers up front, RCAWD in the back Treal steering linkage, hex extensions Emax servo I think that's it less the motor/esc.

[@MMRCx]

Love the look of this. It looks great from the box but yours looks like the cool older brother of a stock one lol

[@CapeCrawlers]

Same here. It came together really nice. Love the cool big brother reference LOL

[@rodgalley9209]

Is there any chance of a parts list? I’m in Australia, we have virtually zero parts here so we have to order internationally. Can be expensive if we order the wrong parts👍

[@CapeCrawlers]

Here's a quick rundown: RCAWD high clearance links up front RCAWD extended trailing arm kit RCAWD double barrel shocks (not oil filled) RCAWD beadlock wheels RCAWD steering linkage RCAWD aluminum axle housings RCAWD inner and outer rear portal covers (black brass) Injora 64MM rock terrain tires with Crawler Innovation medium foams Treal hex extensions Treal brass front portal covers (heavy) FMS steel transmission gears Furitek micro komodo and Tegu24 Pro esc

[@rodgalley9209]

@@CapeCrawlers awesome mate 👍 Thank you for taking the time to do this. You’ve built an amazing truck, keep up the great work.

[@danielshelton7854]

I know it’s an older video, so I’m hoping it doesn’t go overlooked. Such an impressive build and I’ve gotten so many ideas from it. Which Treal hex extensions are you using?

[@ericf_0923]

Looks awesome

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks? The stretched wheelbase is killer!

[@rccustomcreations]

Since you didn't use the silver drive hsft that was included in the wheel extension kit. Can you tell me what each half measures. I was told the fully collapsed driveshafts measures 70mm but there is no info on a extended length?

[@CapeCrawlers]

The extended length is ~96mm

[@madmaxximus1234]

Sick rig!👍🤙

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks!

[@fernsolo]

Very nice build for sure 👍

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you!

[@stevelucchini87]

Great video. You had mentioned you put metal gears in the transmission. Which metal gears did you install? Did you put the FMS brand metal gears, or the treal Metal gears?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! I went with the FMS because I wanted the metal shift form as well

[@Gertylert]

I’m trying to go brushless with my blazer and can figure out what to pair for the furitek, for the trans is it still has two speeds? Also it doesn’t come with metal gears in the trans?

[@anthonymcgee4555]

Can you do a comparison of the fcx wheel base to a scx24 gladiator intrested in how much longer it is fully assembled

[@CapeCrawlers]

Do you mean the extended wheelbase on the FCX or the stock wheelbase?

[@anthonymcgee4555]

The extended wheelbase of the fcx to stock wheelbase of gladiator

[@dawsonbrooks5071]

i run those tires with the slimeballz and i may like em more then any of the lgrp tires i rly like the square edge profile

[@CapeCrawlers]

Slymeballz totally transform these tires! I just put them in the set I have on the TRX4M. Huge difference!

[@PleasureAfterWorkRcCrawlers]

Love it !

[@richardparkiii8355]

How about a video where you put the power wagon versus the Bronco versus the comp build versus the trx4m?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I’ll do something like that soon. Maybe just a giant comparison video where I run all the rigs through the course just to see how they do

[@StonedM]

Hi Adam do you use 1 or 2 O rings when mounting the shocks top and bottom?

[@CapeCrawlers]

On the FCX I used two o-rings.

[@StonedM]

@Cape Crawlers thanks Adam just finished my first rc car build with my fcx24. Got alot off help and advice fromyour channel

[@dejavito238]

Awesome build! Matter of fact - this build that you made is the reason that I bought Fcx24 as my first crawler. I already have some upgrades lined up for it. However, as I'm still not very knowledgeable on this matter, is it possible to use this Furitek brushless motor with the original ESC ? I tried to search some info about the original ESC and what are it's possibilities, but hit a dead end. Thank you and greetings from Bulgaria.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Hello! No, I do not believe the Furitek motor is compatible with the stock esc/rx combo.

[@RCCrawlerz209]

24 scale, LCG truck mang! 😎 Looks sick, yo! 🤟🏻

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching!

[@RCCrawlerz209]

@@CapeCrawlers yup

[@1980VINZ]

OPTIMUS CRAWLER

[@minutemanatee930]

It'd definitely be cool to see a mini Optimus crawler next to Rc sparks Optimus crawler

[@quentinsilas5912]

This thing would be a 10/10 with rear steer!!

[@quentinsilas5912]

I have a FCX24 k5 blazer that I want to go brushless and rear steer with… what would you recommend set up wise

[@raizincainranch]

Have you done anything with the body mounting? Cause stock is a pain! I cant find much on this issue...

[@CapeCrawlers]

I have not, and I curse that body mount every time I have to open this thing up! I know some folks remove the body clips and fenders and use a magnet setup. I havent tried that, but it's tempting.

[@raizincainranch]

@CapeCrawlers Thank you for the reply! I was thinking of the magnet idea... I relocated the esc and on/off switch and rerouted the wiring and it seemed to help but still kind of frustrating.

[@sonorangaming449]

Until I can upgrade the electronics in mine, I wish there was a way to run JTS connector batteries on there, but I haven't found an adapter yet. Those stock FMS batteries just dont have the umph once you really start adding weight.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Agreed. I have to pack about five of them if we go on any serious crawling trips.

[@sonorangaming449]

@@CapeCrawlers that's insane!

[@Glowingtomato]

I took the JST plug off an old car I don't use and soldered it onto my Max Smashers wires. It runs way better with 20c battery compared to the stock 5c. Its the third time I have ever soldered, its not as intimidating as it looks. I've seen people also run the same plugs as the SCX24 since there are some good small batteries for it as well.

[@sonorangaming449]

@@Glowingtomato unfortunately, I don't have a spare lying around. I could probably find a lead, and receptacle online though. I have some soldering experience.

[@KenMrKLC]

Man, this is so cool.... I have been into 10th scale, but I did get my 8yr old daughter a scx24 JLU she loves and I have done a couple small mods... Really like the small class and ability to have really small area maps to run on, really gives the same satisfaction as larger with small space requirements. This rig here is insane, it's so cool how many options they are making for these units. Question.... She sees my faster rigs and at times wants just to drive faster what would you recommend for a little more speed without sacrificing its crawl ability etc where maybe it would be a little more exciting for here.. Pinion gear? Motor? Or is it just not good to go faster with it... Don't need super fast maybe like a 50% speed increase over what it is out of box

[@CapeCrawlers]

I love that your daughter is into it. That's so awesome. I would suggest the Buzzsaw motor from Mofo RC! It's WAY faster than stock but still has good crawling ability. Plus its a direct bolt in with little to now additional modification necessary.

[@one_hand_man4015]

Did you ever figure out the shifting servo situation ?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I never did unfortunately. But the Komodo is so powerful I haven't felt the need for the 2nd gear

[@domino2205]

what are your thoughts with cutting stock springs down to get some ride height but still be slammed

[@CapeCrawlers]

I think that's a good approach. I've done the same thing on aftermarket shocks and it works great.

[@2blades_rc650]

What are the black 3d printed stands you use to show flex??

[@CapeCrawlers]

Flex ramps by Gazoo RC: www.etsy.com/shop/GazooRC?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1354044036

[@budmasta6910]

Hey would your steering linkage upgrades and other stuff work on the fms k10 ?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Possibly. I haven't seen one of those in person to be able to tell for sure. I would think they would though.

[@rhensley05]

What shocks would you suggest? I was looking at the rcawd oil filled but they don’t seem to have much travel. Was hoping for something around 43mm hats oil filled.

[@CapeCrawlers]

There's not a lot of options unfortunately. Mofo RC sells some oil filled 42mm shocks, but you'll need to do some custom mounting of the shocks on the FCX: www.moforc.com/products/42mm-long-travel-oil-shocks?pr_prod_strat=use_description&pr_rec_id=49136aaa5&pr_rec_pid=6959436300345&pr_ref_pid=6661714214969&pr_seq=uniform

[@rhensley05]

@@CapeCrawlers I’m putting them on furitek caymen. I don’t like the current shocks it has. I have scx 24 shocks maybe I will drill out the hole so my screws will fit through.

[@fotonru]

Hi! what's the idea behind adding weight to the front? FCX24 already has too heavy front.

[@CapeCrawlers]

I always try to bias the front. When I add weight to the back I try to overcompensate and add more to the front. Also with the shock positioning the way it is, it tends to pull the front end up on inclines. I need a lot of weight to keep the front tires planted.

[@JP-qq2kn]

How would you compare the slow crawl ability with the stock esc and a hobbywing 1080? Im sure the 1080 has more options, but are they similar for slow crawling?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I haven't tried the hobbywing so I can't speak for that one. I can say that the FCX24 with the furitek system is one of the smoothest powertrains I have

[@RCFIEND24]

what links are you using in the front? are they the high clearance links from rcawd?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Yes exactly.

[@mr.dillpickle]

Sweet setup! Did you get the NSDRC servo? Also, the NSDRC servo horn that we talked about working on the Reefs 179, MOFO has them for $7.99!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! No, not yet. I think they were going to start shipping last week but I havent seen it yet. I'll order some of those horns!

[@mr.dillpickle]

@@CapeCrawlers Of course! Dang, hopefully they get there soon! Mine should arrive tomorrow, I'm really excited! Sweet!

[@jomo180]

Did you ever work out how to operate the two speed transmission with this set up? I have it all ordered I hope so! 😂😂😂

[@CapeCrawlers]

I haven't yet. But I have been preoccupied with other projects and haven't had the time to research it.

[@zqs1850]

Nice one Adam. Does the micro Komodo still have that abrupt transition from super slow crawl to slow crawl? Or do you think the Mini Komodo is still smoother in that respect? I'm torn between the micro and the mini Komodo... 🥴

[@CapeCrawlers]

The mini doesn’t seem to have the sharp transition like the micro does. It’s a definite improvement

[@zqs1850]

@@CapeCrawlers Got you... hope to see more Mini Komodos on your channel in future

[@LucianTugui]

What shocks are those?

[@MrCubflyer]

What's your secret on getting super 8 axeles I've been trying to buy them for month and they are always out of stock.

[@CapeCrawlers]

I watch their announcements on Instagram and also signed up for their email list. I make it a point to jump on them as early as I can

[@86yooduhh9]

Rear link setup would work for SCX24?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Ohh it would take some work to make it fit. The hardware is all different sizes. But if you were determined and creative, possibly.

[@malcolmlester4585]

Looks good but expensive, ...try the bigger $6 ebay brushed motor and it will be nearly as good with no need to change radios etc.

[@CapeCrawlers]

It is expensive for sure. I’ll check out that motor for my sons power wagon!

[@southbound_rc]

I think I need one of these.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Yes you do!

[@southbound_rc]

@@CapeCrawlers one question. What’s the deal with the v1 and v2 electronics?

[@CapeCrawlers]

@@southbound_rc On the Axial SCX24 the fist generation rigs had the V1 transmitter and receiver. Primary differences with the V2 are that it does not have speed modes, which V1 did, and it has more adjustment on the transmitter and overall smoother operation. V1 electronics to have capabilities that the V2 does not such as ability to run external ESC's like the Furitek components, and the V1 can run 3S batteries.

[@southbound_rc]

@@CapeCrawlers I was talking about the FCx24 isn’t there one that’s preferred as far as the electronics. I see people that are disappointed that they got one over the other. Maybe I’m confused..

[@southbound_rc]

@@CapeCrawlers anyways thanks for the information I been gathering from all your videos !

[@Kryptunite]

I have a fms24 and bought an eco power trail 450 mah 2 cell batterythe connectors are different. Do you know of any adapters?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I have not seen anything myself. Wish I had better news!

[@g_j_b_o_o_g_e_r420blaze9]

Where did you get the tires and headlocks ?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Tires are injora: amzn.to/40M1lNs Wheels are RCAWD: rcawd.com/collections/rc-wheels/products/axial-scx24-1-beadlock-wheel-rim-counterweight-rcawd

[@quentinsilas5912]

I went brushless with my power wagon but have a bit of cogging at slow speed, how can I tune that out?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I found playing with the punch, throttle curve, and slow speed settings helped a lot. It’s basically just trial and error with the app

[@quentinsilas5912]

Where can I get the metal gears for the drivetrain?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I get mine on Amazon: amzn.to/45T57rk The transmission gears I get directly from FMS

[@josephspallina]

Will these parts fit the lemur?

[@CapeCrawlers]

yep!

[@josephlawrence6873]

What are your front links on this build?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Rcawd high clearance links

[@benm9863]

What wheel nuts are you using here?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Injora extended wheel nuts. They're a lifesaver!

[@gregellingson7584]

Sick

[@CapeCrawlers]

It’s a beast!

[@troubled_l_k8202]

Random question but do you know if a brushless furitek komoto system will fix in the scx24 mofo ugly af chassis/ what mods are needed to make it fit

[@troubled_l_k8202]

That fcx looks sick by the way

[@CapeCrawlers]

It will fit. You will have to do one of two things: 1) front mount the motor and relocate the battery tray, or 2) flip your skid plate to face the motor backwards but then troubleshoot which driveshaft/link combo works.

[@troubled_l_k8202]

Thanks

[@andreasbitsch7229]

How did you fit the emax servo in it?

[@CapeCrawlers]

It fits right into the tray with no mods. Prior to the ESC swap I had to cut off the connectors from the FCX servo and wire them to the emax. Basically swapped plugs. That worked for several weeks before I did this upgrade.

[@littleslim3756]

What is the longest shock I can run on this

[@CapeCrawlers]

Probably ~60mm I am guessing.

[@persuasiv3tv260]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@akflyr182]

What brand are the wheels?

[@CapeCrawlers]

RCAWD

[@ooo2432]

What Injora motor is better with v1 esc 50t or 66t?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I prefer the 50t myself. That pro 50 is a nice motor

[@ooo2432]

@@CapeCrawlers Thanks

[@andrewrichey7374]

That’s what I was just getting ready to say slime balls yeah Yep we’re here watching

[@CapeCrawlers]

They would make a world of difference on this thing. It needs them badly!

[@adventureedit5776]

How much did the entire build cost?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Probably ~$300? The linkage kits are pretty inexpensive, as were the shocks, wheels, and tires. The Furitek combo with Tegu24 Pro was the most expensive at ~$180.

[@MysticRiverRC]

Damn!

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's a weapon!

[@theLyzhendricks]

y dose it have to be 160 prolly more like 170 for a brushless kit it's cool but dum I already spent 150 on the car right then 140 mabby 145 on metal suspension axels sway bars u know all of the above and if I want it to have enough power to really br at its peak build it ganna be another 160

[@CapeCrawlers]

They are little money pits! It's crazy how quickly it adds up.

[@OConnorWhit-f6c]

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Dante Knolls

[@TrumanKim-l1b]

Fadel Valleys

[@2blades_rc650]

You have inspired me to get into 24s!! Check out my little short with my powerwagon it's all based on your videos thanks for getting me into a whole different world of rc's!!!!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Love your indoor course! Great work on the truck and the course!

[@2blades_rc650]

@@CapeCrawlers thank you so much!! And thanks for being active with your subscribers. . Keep up the builds. .what are the flex pieces you added to the frame to drop the shocks

[@LenaChisholm-u5y]

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