Rc4wd Gelande 2 - Build Update 4

Here's Build Update 4 where I have completed the body of the Gelande 2. The body took quite some time to get the painting done, as you paint it like a traditional car vs. inside out like most polycarbonate shells. I still have the interior to finish and then some tuning of the electronics.
This 1/10th scale mostly metal/aluminum super scale truck from RC4WD is turning heads with it's hard shell D90 Land Rover Defender body and super detailed chassis. The ready to assemble roller from RC4WD has every detail that you want in a scaler with out skimping on quality which will lead to hours of fun and performance. If you are looking for the BEST scale rig out there, The Gelande 2 will deliver!!
Here's where I got it and some info from RC4WD:
store.rc4wd.com...
Experience the versatility and advanced design of the Gelande 2 for yourself. Packed full of capability, the Gelande 2 is ready for any challenging condition. Put your off-road driving to the test and see why the G2 is unmatched in its class!
G2 is built with quality materials and craftsmanship. It can maneuver extreme descents and climbs with ease. The new R3 single speed transmission provides power down to the transfer case and out to the all new Yota II axles.
The core of the G2 is built for the true off-road enthusiast. From customized options to tried and true performance. From emergency and expedition vehicles, to daily drivers and down and dirty off-road rigs. It can pull off many looks and with the endless add-ons offered, you will be able to customize your G2 and have it fit any identity.
The G2 comes with 4 link rear and 3 link front with panhard bar as standard. The servo is mounted on the chassis out of view for a more scale appearance.
Are you ready for your off-road experience?
Custom Designed for True to Scale Looks
Realistic Aluminum Ladder Frame Chassis
R3 Single Speed Transmission
Center Mounted Realistic 4x4 Transfer Case
Cast Metal Axles with Locked Differentials
3 link front and 4 link rear suspension
1.9 Stamped steel beadlocks w/lug nuts
Super grip dirt grabber tires
Chassis mounted steering servo
Plastic fuel cell receiver box
Dual spring oil filled shock absorbers
All New Hammer Transfer Case
Ratio - 1.47:1 Gears - Wide 32P steel gears Features - 8 bearings, cast casing, hardened gears
All New R3 Single Speed Transmission
Ratios: Pinion/spur 14/64 = 4.57:1 Internal 1.78:1
Gears - Wide steel 32P, Delrin spur, slipper clutch
All New Cast Yota II Axles
Ratio: 15/40 = 2.67:1
Width at hex 180.5mm
G2 Suspension
Double triangulated 4 Link rear suspension.
3 Link front suspension with panhard bar
Shock Absorbers
Dual Spring 80mm Shocks - Can be oil filled
Wheels
Type: 1.9 5 lug Wagon Wheels
Hub: Pin type Width: 25mm
Back spacing: 11mm
Bumpers
Machined billet aluminum, lightweight
G2 Truck Dimensions
Wheels base: 275mm (10.8")
Width: 220mm (8.7")
Height: 254mm (10")
Ground clearance: 55mm (2.2")
Final Drive Ratio: 31.9:1
Weight: 5.58Lbs / 2.533Kg

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Thanks Matt

[@juansaladzar]

That’s what he was trying to go for. Go for it brah

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Thanks for stopping by!

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Thanks Capt!

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Thanks Jester

[@mrtommyboy46]

Looking good man !!!

[@raincityrc]

Looks awesome Rich! Great job on the paint.

[@sergiovazquezjr149]

I'm a huge fan of your galande man! Nice job

[@mattbeaulieu7107]

Looks good. Excited to see it run!

[@Sleepy.Time.]

looks awesome

[@jester1703]

It looks nice bro

[@Captncouth]

looks awesome bud. Great work!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Thanks!

[@Antonio-RC]

Well done so far.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Thanks for watching!

[@donaldlong9649]

nice truck man

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Thanks Don

[@donaldlong9649]

your welcome

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Thanks for watching!

[@mmpsplit21]

That thing looks AWESOME!! have fun :)

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Thanks WUJ!

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Thanks Rain city!

[@lacucaracha111111]

that rc is badass O.O

[@megabouni]

Hello use the clear coat it protects your body from scratches;) greetings from luxembourg:)

[@jackaljack1672]

awesome rig!!!!

[@TheRCNetwork]

jackal jack. Thanks Jack!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Thanks, Me too!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yep, I know. I went over this in the first video of the series and decided I would call it Jelaunday

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, I thought of that......Maybe too late now though

[@lacucaracha111111]

lol , I´m not color blind but i have only noticed it through Alex Dean´s comment :P I thought that they belong to the place where they are on your defender xD

[@TheRCNetwork]

Wow, I'm in the room while your saying that! lol BTW, I'm color blind, so it really doesn't matter to me!

[@jcw1ll1s]

I saw djmedic's rc4wd gelande and with the small tires and the tall roof rack, it looked top heavy, but this one doesn't!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, the stock dirt grabber tires were just too small for what I liked in the Gelande 2. I ordered the rock crushers before I even built this

[@DieselJunkie12v]

Thanks

[@DirtyMikevlogs]

That's the best looking defender I have seen! What size tires are on it?

[@christopherfarrell58]

Hey, wondering if you have gotten any more upgrades for the scte mip? I just got the mip center driveshafts and turnbuckles.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Sorry if I missed your comment. Nothing else yet, still have to install the MIP stuff i ordered a couple weeks back

[@DieselJunkie12v]

Nice rig. I love that paintjob!!! What is the wheelbase of the gilande truck?

[@TheRCNetwork]

It's 10.8". A bit shorter than an SCx10, but the scalism of the truck and build quality is great!

[@chukimoto1525]

very nice!!! did you put primer on that or just the TS paint? did you do some sanding in the body? thank you..

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chuki moto I sanded a bit to get the edges of the plastic mold off, nothing major. I didn't primer, just shot the TS paint

[@nikmilanovic2590]

What size tires did you manage to fit on it?

[@shnek5143]

do you have to cut the taps of the body off to make the mud flaps fit with the body?

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yes.

[@DieselJunkie12v]

Hey do you still have the dirt grabber tires? I don't need rims. I would love them

[@TheRCNetwork]

RcCrazy73 They have since went on to a buddy's rig

[@ALEXDEAN123]

He got the indicator and the brake lights wrong

[@SargesAdventures]

It's name is German and its pronounced Ga lenda for terrain ...in German.

[@iwankmarkzaid8926]

How size your tires?

[@TheRCNetwork]

The rock crushers from RC4WD are 4.25" tall tires

[@shnek5143]

do you need a primer for those paints?

[@TheRCNetwork]

Nope, this went on great. Make sure the surface is clean though

[@shnek5143]

+The RCNetwork also how did you paint the wind shield

[@TheRCNetwork]

The windshield comes as clear plastic....no need, but I have seen people line it with black paint as if it were weather molding

[@shnek5143]

+The RCNetwork I mean like the rim of it

[@TheRCNetwork]

I just sprayed it with the black - of course taped the part I didn't want painted

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Thanks!

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Thanks!