Basics
The name Cheepe is a concept brand that I came up with. Not to be confused with Jeep, Cheepe is a automaker that soely focuses on one thing, on one chassis. Cut cost by keeping things basic, no unessesary bells & whistles. That is why I picked Cheepe as the name, as it sounds like 'cheap'. For the model name, I chose Exo (short for exoskeleton) because it rides on a simple frame, no doors, no fancy interor. If you are buying the Cheepe Exo in career mode, you are making a very smart purchase. The cost in stormworks currency for the vehicle in carrer mode is $10,000, which beats many other vehicles in its market.
Off-Road Performance
The Exo is capable of traversing light-moderate terrain. However, it will obviously attain damage if you do-for whatever reason drive it off a cliff. I placed the coolant system and logic components high in the chassis to increase durability. The main things to watch out for when on rough ground are the front wheels, as they may loose steering when damaged. Having these capabilities allow you to respond to ground missions in locations that may not be accessable by road.
Flat Terrain - Any Speed
Light Terrain - Under 100KPH
Moderate Terrain - Under 70KPH
Heavy Terrain - Under 40KPH
Driver Seat Controls
W - Excelerator.
S - Cut throttle to engine (while holding).
A / D - Steering.
Space (Trigger) - Brake.
1 - Quick start (if engine stalls).
2 - Reverse (while in third person view).
3 - Headlights & Fogbeams.
4 - Hazard Light (use at night to find your vehicle in case you get lost).
Center Console Buttons
Ignition - Automates engine throttle, allowing the vehicle to idle independently.
Push-to-Start - Starts the engine (hold for 2 seconds to get a sucessful start).
Reverse - Puts the car into reverse gear.
Heater - Use in the arctic or in any cold weather region (drains the battery quicker).
Headlights & Foglights - Activates the cage mounted fogbeams and regular headlights.
Tools & Equipment
The Cheepe Exo has a small conpartment for cargo in the rear, it has one fire extinguisher, one medical defibrulator, twi medical first aid kits, one flashlight, one rope, and one hose.
Fuel Economy
This car is meant to be cost friendly, so it does not have advanced Hybrid & fuel saving code. At 75-85KPH, the Cheepe Exo will burn roughly 10 litres of diesel per lap of the multiplayer island (taxiway & runway). For better fuel economy, try the pulse & glide method or look into my other workshop uploads, such as my Hybrid vehicles.
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
Engine not running normal? 1: Check that the "Ignition" Key Button is on. 2: Check fuel tank level. 3: Check for damage in engine bay or logic components. 4: Respawn the vehicle if previous steps do not work. 5: Check the server lag and/or settings in case something is glitching. 6: Watch the video "Cheepe Exo workshop creation" On my YouTube, it may be very helpful. 7: If nothing helps, comment your issue on the workshop or on my YouTube page.
Buttons not working or functioning? 1: Check that the battery is not drained and/or damaged. 2: Check for damage on logic components (in the engine bay and in rear around the fuel tank). 3: Watch the video "Cheepe Exo workshop creation" On my YouTube to make sure that you are using the right buttons. 4: If nothing helps, comment your issue on the workshop or on my YouTube page.
Brakes stop working? 1: Check that you are hitting the Space (Trigger) key instead of S. 2: If you are in motion when you need to stop without brakes, engage reverse (2 on keyboard) and hold W. This will force the engine to spin in the opposite direction without firing the cylenders. However, this will dump extra fuel into the cylenders and out the exhaust, so only do this in an emergency stop. 3: Check for damage on wheels and/or drivers seat. 4: Watch the video "Cheepe Exo workshop creation" On my YouTube to make sure that you are braking correctly. 5: If nothing helps, comment your issue on the workshop or on my YouTube page.
Comment on the workshop or on my YouTube page if none of these were helpful or if your issue was not mentioned.
Credits
"Radial gauge (ring) v2" By Firyst - thanks to this microcontroller for powering the guages.
BenTTR - proud creator of this vehicle, the Cheepe Exo.
Creators' Note
Thanks for subscribing to by build! I hope that it finds a use in your stormworks world. If you take any piece of this car for your own workshop creation, please credit me in the description. Also, if you use Firyst's microcontroller, give them credit too. Have fun! - BenTTR
