1:16 80's Dodge Ram v2 (190mm wheelbase, WPL frame)

80's Dodge RAM for WPL Frame (1/16th)

This is version 2 of my remix originally posted on thingiverse. The original model requires a lot of glue to be held together. This remix features a lot of improvements, such as being assembled with common M3 hardware, a working hood that latches with magnets, an electronics bay with a cutout for a switch and plenty of room for a big battery, some reinforced parts and a big focus on making this easy to print and assemble.

Now compatible with this 1:12 and 1:16 scale 14K Deckover (flatbed) trailer. You will need to print wpl-hitch-*.stl from the accessories folder.

Required Hardware

• 16x M3x8mm

• 4x M3x10mm

• 3x M3x10mm (button head; flat head; or any low-profile head)

• 2x M3x12mm

• 8x M3x14mm

• 5x M3 locknuts

Optional Hardware

• 2x 6x3mm magnets (for the hood latch)

• 2x 5mm LEDs (for headlights)

• 2x M2.5x3mm pan head screws (for electronic switch)

Optional Hardware (hitch assembly):

If you plan on printing the hitch assembly, you will also need:

• 1x 5x2mm bead. Note: not all beads are the same size (these are not very precise). Find one that "clicks" nicely with the receiver.

• 1x M2x12mm countersunk screw

• 2x M2 nuts 

Required RC Products

You will need a compatible RC chassis, here are four options:

1. 1:16 Truck/Crawler 4x4 RC Chassis. This chassis is 100% compatible and requires no modifications.

2. This C14/C24 chassis, with the low profiles shocks from this model. (The stock shocks are too tall). Aftermarket shocks requires lots of modifications. Also needed is this Front Axle servo mount kit.

3. A full metal aftermarket chassis. Aftermarket shock absorbers (with bracket) are short enough. 

4. 1:16 Truck/Crawler Flexible Rolling Chassis. This is a non-RC chassis and is 100% compatible and requires no modifications. 

notes:

• You will also need an ESC, a receiver and a battery. 

• The electronics bay switch cutout will fit a SS12F15 switch, which some ESC come with. 

• Optionally get an RC switch for controlling the headlights.

• The camera featured in the video is this “only 3.6g fpv vtx-cam”.

• The battery mount will fit two straps up to 18mm wide. I've used these velcro straps.

• The engine bay will fit a generous battery like this 2S battery pack. I'm using these HRB 2200mah packs.

• These are the wheels & tires I'm using
  
   

Print Settings

The easiest way to print this project is by using the provided plates / .3mf files. They have the proper print settings applied to each individual objects. You might need to change your printer, if so make sure to transfer the settings over when you do so.

General Print Settings for all the .stl files

• 0.15mm layer height (or better)

• 3 perimeters, 30% infill

• PLA or PETG (tested both with good success)

• All files can be printed in the orientation they come with.

dodge2_bumper.stl
dodge2_top.stl

• needs a brim

dodge2_fender2.stl
dodge2_fender1.stl

• may need a brim or support; so the object doesn't fall off

dodge2_cab.stl

• needs support on door handles, screw standoff. Can be printed upside down too

dodge2_cabwindows.stl

• needs support throughout model; organic supports works well

dodge2_hood.stl

• needs support on hinges; organic supports works well

dodge2_innerbed.stl

• needs support in the wheel area; snug supports works well

dodge2_rearsubframe.stl
wpl_rearmount.stl
wpl_frontmount.stl
electronics_bay.stl
battery_mount.stl

• can be printed at a 0.2mm layer height to save time

dodge2_frontend.stl

• needs support throughout model. snug supports with 'support on build plate only' works good

• color change at 8mm for the grill

dodge2_dash.stl

• needs support throughout model. Snug support works great
   

Assembly

This short video covers assembling the body. It doesn't cover assembling the frame nor the electronics.