Just installed a new Deadbolt

[jim_w]

Finally got time to open the new truck today.

Doing some minor mods before it hits the trail..
1.9 PitBull RockBeast tires
Axial beadlocs
Traxxas batt connector

[jim_w]

I'll install the steering upgrade and do the battery mod tomorrow.

Jim

[The DC]

Sweet! I just picked one of these up this past week too (cracked the box open,haven't done anything/any runs yet though)

[jim_w]

Originally Posted by The DC

Sweet! I just icked one of these up this past week too (cracked the box open,haven't done anything/any runs yet though)

Did your RTR come with the 3 longer screws for moving the batt tray to the front? Mine didn't.

[jim_w]

Steering link upgrade completed.

[jim_w]

Battery tray moved to front...just an FYI...the longer screws were not included in mine. I thought they were supposed to be included in the RTR and kit version. This mod makes the on/off switch homeless! Gotta relocate it.

[jim_w]

Borrowed some ideas from Boogie's Deadbolt thread! With the holidays behind us , I got back to work on my Deadbolt.

[jim_w]

My fabrication skills ain't too fancy...but it is frugal!...lolol

[kingfuzz]

Very nice so far! Sub'd for more

[RiderZ]

Kitty kitty laying in the sun on your work bench? Rig is looking real good.Get you some aluminum suspension links too.Upgrading is half the fun.Enjoy!!!

[jim_w]

Originally Posted by RiderZ

Kitty kitty laying in the sun on your work bench? Rig is looking real good.Get you some aluminum suspension links too.Upgrading is half the fun.Enjoy!!!

Thanks The links are next on my list. Yeah the cat was sunning on my worktable. Kept having to scoot her over so I could work. Its coooold here, so its not worth heating my shop up to work just a couple of hours.

Jim

[RiderZ]

I know what Ya mean.Brutal cold here.Too cold to go out on the Skidoo! We've got two cats that love to get in the way when I'm wrenching.Cats are nosey by nature and got be right in the middle of it.They are a lot of fun though.We got a young female cat and she actually plays fetch with a small wadded up paper ball.Crazy cats.Diggin' your Deadbolt!

[jim_w]

Update pics on the mods I've borrowed from folks here on RCC

[kingfuzz]

Nice. I have to cut some aluminum up for plate on my sliders. I like the receiver box being on the side too

[jim_w]

Originally Posted by kingfuzz

Nice. I have to cut some aluminum up for plate on my sliders. I like the receiver box being on the side too

Thanks. I just used plastic. I didn't have any aluminum on hand. I'm pretty much satisfied with the plastic.

I debated about whether or not to seal up the rx box with RTV. I decided not to. I just cut the finger off a nitrile glove, slipped it over the rx, and zip tied as best I could. The rx box has holes in the bottom to allow any water to drain out. (wish I had a Traxxax waterproof rx box)

Jim

[kingfuzz]

Nice. Ya I used a balloon and zip tied it over the receiver. I drilled a hole to let water out. My new receiver is waterproof but I'll still probably wrap it in a balloon to be safe

[kingfuzz]

How do you like the rock beast tires? Mine get here today with my Axial beadlocks too and I cant wait.

[TakeOffYouHoser]

Nice work, Jim. You're Deadbolt is starting to come ALIVE!

[jim_w]

Originally Posted by kingfuzz

How do you like the rock beast tires? Mine get here today with my Axial beadlocks too and I cant wait.

To be honest, I haven't put them to the test yet. They feel really soft and sticky (can we say that on here!) I had them on hand when I bought my Deadbolt. I hope to find out soon how well they work. Supposed to be decent weather here this weekend.

Jim

[kingfuzz]

Very nice. I'm waiting on ups to get here with mine right now. My last box is out for delivery as we speak. I hope to run a full 2 batteries through mine this weekend.