LGRP RIPPER SCX24 BUILD - Part 1: Detailed Overview, Installation, Review & More!!

The long awaited Axial SCX24 RIPPER build begins! In this video I assemble in detail a Little Guy Racing Parts Ripper chassis kit! Due to multitude of parts and the in-depth installation, I will be splitting this series into two parts. In part one, I break down the kit and put it all together, ending with a completely assembled rolling chassis. Part two will follow where I power this beast up! Enjoy!
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Timestamps
Custom paint and details: 1:29
Overview of the chassis kit components: 3:44
Detailed installation begins, interior and cage: 6:53
Fenders/grill: 12:22
Inner fenders and battery/esc tray: 16:33
Frame: 18:06
Axles, linkage, skid plate: 22:02
Wheels & Tires: 32:09
Finished product: 33:41
Final thoughts and next steps: 37:09

[@CapeCrawlers]

Timestamps Custom paint and details: 1:29 Overview of the chassis kit components: 3:44 Detailed installation begins, interior and cage: 6:53 Fenders/grill: 12:22 Inner fenders and battery/esc tray: 16:33 Frame: 18:06 Axles, linkage, skid plate: 22:02 Wheels & Tires: 32:09 Finished product: 33:41 Final thoughts and next steps: 37:09

[@integrityrc7356]

Love your mindset. Your work and skills is beyond 💪. The camera shows from my view a lot of depth and I don’t think we get what you get in the paint finish…not bad mouthing the paint job. Just wish could get your view 🙏. Love your work.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you! Yes, it's hard to capture the flake and the sparkle from the paint. It's multidimensional but it doesnt translate on camera. I'll get it outside in the next episode and that should help!

[@outcastrc8052]

Excellent little rig! You made it super easy to follow the build and are such an encouragement to pursue one of these kits! I have had my eye on this rig for a while and now I think I am going to take the plunge. Love the color scheme but agree that the fairlead should be black. Thanks for your tutorial! I hope you are enjoying the performance of this rig!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks, and I'm glad it helped. These kits are intimidating at first, especially with no instructions. I hope this can be a resource for folks going forward

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@@CapeCrawlers I almost left the Fairlead black. I'm wishing now that I detail painted the whole winch. It might have helped with the fairlead color choice. I'm sorry, Adam. I dropped the ball.

[@RCRookie805]

I LOVE YOUR RIPPER!! Mine looks like Child's play now 😅

[@RCRookie805]

Couple new things I'll get for mine as inspiration from yours, the metal axel housings, the servo & the 53mm shocks. you always make me want to improve my rigs!

[@CapeCrawlers]

No way man, your ripper is gorgeous. I went wild with the paint on mine to try to make something over the top. Yours looks fantastic with the blue and black

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@Cape Crawlers so, Adam, I think I've settled on the Paint Scheme for mine. 4 different shades of white with Real Fire airbrushed on the front. With a primarily white upholstered interior with a yellow to red fade in the carpet. Just as intense as yours with White Zombie as the theme. I'm still working on getting the Billet Super 8's and i plan to use my second Mofo brass Servo. I already have a set of Gripper tires mounted on white stamped steel wheels with the hubs flipped. As for electronics, I have a Lizard Pro and the Hellfire motor I was telling you about. Working on getting an Avatar Radio set up. And I think I'm going to use the paint process as the opening video for my Channel. And the subsequent buid etc....Thank you for your encouragement. Thank you, again, for the opportunity to do the custom paint/detail work on yours. I'm happy that you're happy with it.

[@nunocarneiro464]

That thing is gorgeous, you should call it the joker 😁I'd love to have one but i just can't justify the 250 euros it would cost me after buying it, tax, impor fees and shipping 😢

[@CapeCrawlers]

Joker is a perfect name. I should find a Joker sticker and put it on the roof! Bummer about the logistical costs!

[@VS666]

This is really awesome, definitely next level. I love building models, but the fun stops when you're done. it's pretty cool to be able to put something together fully and then put it to the test

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! I agree. It's like model 2.0!

[@ImportRacer4Life]

Wasn’t sure how I felt about that kit at first but seeing the final product really made me like it. That paint scheme is super cool too reminds of Halloween lol can’t wait to see what’s going to power this beast now 😎💪🏻

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's a great kit! It definitely has a Halloween/Joker vibe

[@andrewrichey7374]

I’m here watching that thing is super cool

[@bobbyshmurdahill]

Just finished my ripper build assembly aside from driveline components. I painted it gloss Tangerine Orange and Matte Black using Testors paint and a white bonding spray primer for the base coat underneath. I replicated my buddys old LJ with the build. I’ll be robbing my Bronco of all of its driveline to swap over to it

[@CapeCrawlers]

Sounds amazing!

[@bobbyshmurdahill]

@@CapeCrawlersI’ve got questions, I just got mine all built and assembled. I’m having issues with suspension flex and what feels like binding in the suspension. I’ve put some oil on the shocks themselves, I’m not running springs either. Does the build require super 8 axles? I’m currently on Injora +4mm axles as of writing this. Thanks for any help

[@greggrube2948]

Awesome rig Adam 👍 another winner to add to the stable. Great video brother

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! Very fun project.

[@richardparkiii8355]

Looks amazing! Maybe black out the top of the winch to make it look like it's smiling? 😂 And no roof. Show off that amazing interior!

[@CapeCrawlers]

I am going to try it with no roof!

[@berniethompson8912]

Love the color combo. Do like the roof top on since it is orange

[@CapeCrawlers]

I'm thinking about getting a Joker decal for the roof!

[@berniethompson8912]

@@CapeCrawlers awesome 😊

[@gibsonlife573]

54 mm shocks that's nuts that thing is going to head to flex like no tomorrow also you had that's pretty long drive shaft just to keep them together man beautiful job on all of it I just don't know about no 54 mm shawkat's huge

[@CapeCrawlers]

I think a 43mm would be perfect on this one

[@Oktourqerc]

I love the Halloween looking colors man

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! It's pretty wild.

[@keith7023]

Adam, i dont know how you aal this time on your hands but thanks. This video was extremly help with Ripper Chasis build. I shared my build on FB with you.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Glad it helped!

[@HONDAJEFF05]

it looks sick and rad

[@calebprescott9822]

You should name it the joker because of the color combo. That's immediately where my mind went when I saw the thumbnail.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Yes! I dig it

[@Fery401]

That’s looks nice

[@boiledtea479]

Yooo!! That Looks amazing!! I now know, what to wish for my birthday xD! Im just kinda scared of the price and the choosing/instalation of the electronics. Any Tips? Oh yeah, and i just want to say how much i like you/your channel. Your just so nice and down to earth. You know what you talk about, always reply to comments (wich can be quite tuff with such a big community) and helped me on my journey through crawling!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you! I appreciate that! I went with a brushless system on mine, but that complicates things as you'll see in part two. If you went with a brushed motor and stock electronics, this would be a very easy fit and assembly. There's plenty of room to do a 050 sized brushed motor. If I were to do it again, that's probably what I would do. Thanks again!

[@_skidge_7447]

I’ve been waiting for this. I get mine tomorrpw

[@CapeCrawlers]

Have fun!!

[@lenorrisjordansr6523]

Man I want that jeep looks great.

[@carlose6010]

Great builders guide. Thanks, she's a beaut.

[@wingnutbert9685]

I like the satin. Touches off on the carpeting and ties together nicely. But gloss is good too. :D

[@dylanherron3963]

I won't lie, brother, your buddy's Watermark logo in the hood absolutely destroyed the outcome of it, but it's still a pretty awesome glossy paint job.

[@WestDesertRc]

Why did u choose those colors

[@CapeCrawlers]

I gave James (the painter) creative freedom. I said I wanted it bold and out of the box. I think he delivered!

[@BigMountainCustoms]

I chose those colors because most people don't think they work together. I think, to a certain extent, I've proven that sentiment false. Granted, it's not for everyone, however for the Wild Child types, it hits the nail squarely on the head. --Big Mountain

[@WestDesertRc]

@Big Mountain Customs i love the colors but the green looks weard on it

[@BigMountainCustoms]

@@WestDesertRc that was the intent. Under that green, is a chromed out chassis....done purposely so that as Adam puts scratches in the frame, the metal Chassis shines through. And, colorwise, Purple and Orange NEEDS the green to tie the colors together. Without it, those colors, breaking together, wouldn't work as well as they do. The color choices were specific and mindfully made.

[@WestDesertRc]

@@BigMountainCustoms ok

[@BenBitsNVids]

nice build dude

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks!

[@HK_Outdoors]

Looks so good

[@CapeCrawlers]

Glad you like it! I went a bit wild with the colors!

[@LoganBurdzel]

I loveeeee it!!!! I’m sold on this as well now well done!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! Have fun with your build!

[@black_widow_overland]

Not a bad price for what you all get.

[@CapeCrawlers]

No, not at all. Tremendous detail!

[@SteadfastRC]

Rad build man! I bet I know the power system. Its a traxxas Titan 775 motor isn't it! I knew it!

[@CapeCrawlers]

LOL Thanks!

[@Neilltheone]

Very nice kit Adam, I messaged you on IG a while back giving you a little tip on the frame part of the ripper. Those braces in the middle actually all come out not just the ones covering the motor and transmission, but the front and rear braces on the frame act a little bit like bump stop. However, by the time I write this comment you've already probably cut them out. Loving your ripper, this thing looks nice.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! I remember you messaging me but I couldn't remember the specifics! Can you DM me again and show me what you mean? I have not cut them out yet.

[@jeffnewhart491]

Full on broke teeth inside my injora injs11 servo today. And it wasn't very used... Just ordered a tremor. Hope it is a better experience.

[@CapeCrawlers]

I hope so too!

[@WOLFTRAXRC]

Lgrp should b proud of this

[@CapeCrawlers]

I hope so!

[@WickedRemoteControl]

Hey man! Love your vids. I’m from central MA, we should meet up sometime and go crawling together.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! Yes we should!

[@RCCrawlerz209]

Dope ass shirt bro! 💪🏻🤟🏻😎

[@andrewrichey7374]

Looking sweet 👍👍😎

[@24Krawlers]

U think the LGRP portals axles will work with the kit? I know they don’t make them any more but unfortunately I have a brand new set that I haven’t used since there first release lol

[@stefan-norge]

Sooooooo cooooool 👍🏻

[@wingnutbert9685]

Would some flex blades give you the extra body drop you're looking for, but still retain the max extension/droop?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Possibly. Certainly in the rear. I ended up cutting the frame braces underneath and that dropped it significantly

[@LARANUD]

How can I ask James to do that or can I.

[@CapeCrawlers]

You can email him. His contact info is in the description.

[@Crohniac]

would you have recommendations on what axels and links to get, i want all silver and injora only has that gray

[@CapeCrawlers]

For what truck? If you're looking at the ripper, you could choose any axles. Links will get more specific. Check out RCaddictions19 for some stainless links.

[@Crohniac]

@@CapeCrawlers for the stock bronco

[@LARANUD]

It’s a good crawler but I would have it more of a trail truck,

[@SONNIC_BOOM_RC]

Sick

[@CapeCrawlers]

I think it would best perform as a trail truck.

[@SONNIC_BOOM_RC]

@@CapeCrawlers me too as scale rig kinda

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@@SONNIC_BOOM_RC I tried to give him as many Scale Details as I could without turning it into a trailer/shelf queen. I'm happy you like it and I'm eternally grateful to Adam for letting me Collab on it with him. --Big Mountain

[@bdates1111]

Have my eye on this thing, right after my Warthog and Akers Engineering Gecko builds are complete.

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's a fun kit!

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@@CapeCrawlers I'm really digging the Warthog too.....but....like my impeccable timing always proves...SOLD OUT

[@victorvargas5715]

Awesome video explaining everything but in my opinion and it’s just an opinion you took a hobby kit and made it look suuuuper toy with the color choice. It’s like it but not my cup of tea

[@207costalkrawler]

The hood bugs me with the two paint spots on it

[@CapeCrawlers]

The C.C. in the hood you mean?

[@207costalkrawler]

@@CapeCrawlers oh I couldn’t tell it was a C.C. That’s awesome man

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@@207costalkrawler it's a "water drop CC" ghosted into the base

[@SONNIC_BOOM_RC]

Does it come with the metal links or is that something you have to buy separately?

[@CapeCrawlers]

It comes with metal links now

[@rcjoe406]

Epic

[@mcdo0gal1985]

Random comment but i ended up buying the 100% brass lgrp wheels for my stock c10… did I make a mistake? Lol

[@mcdo0gal1985]

Plus trail kings*

[@wootwootjr]

Did you loctite any of the metal stuff? 😂

[@CapeCrawlers]

Not yet, we'll see what falls out!

[@BigMountainCustoms]

​@@CapeCrawlers lol

[@slzbuildz]

Definitely duck face

[@markdickinson2769]

You can see some kind of circles in the hood paint, maybe just video ghost? But hood paint doesn't look good. Sorry, no offense.

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's the letters C.C. ghosted into the paint for Cape Crawlers!

[@Big_Country_RC]

Who printed the body again?

[@CapeCrawlers]

James at Big Mountain Customs. His contact info is in the video description.

[@dantrivett8435]

Don't like water mark in hood

[@LARANUD]

Sorry didn’t listen to the last part?😊

[@clickbaitfishing7787]

First

[@andrewrichey7374]

Yeah looking bad to the bone

[@billzussman5277]

I have purchased 4 things from LGRP and 3 of them didnt work or were of poor quality, never again would I support them

[@CapeCrawlers]

I'm surprised to hear that!

[@clintdyson5765]

Satin wheels all day long

[@dpatterson2978]

so many colors

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's wild.. very bold for sure

[@BigMountainCustoms]

It's not for everyone, I admit. However, for the Wild Child type, it's perfect.