The conversion is done!!!

[Candyman]

As most of you know I was the recipient of a new OS engine courtesy of WoodiE and RCNT. I decided to fit it into my Maxx. And, well, as you all know, projects beget projects. So, here's the beginning:

As you can see, it's pretty stock. Ported TRX .15 and all. No surprises.

Here's the result:

See how nicely that new OS .15 CV-RX fits in there? Ain't she purty? Seeing as it was getting some new muscle, I decided to do a few extra things to it. I installed the Traxxas FOC which removed half the tranny and reverse servo. I also Installed a new set of RPM bumpers which are quite sweet. There's a full set of black RPM skids on the bottom. And I also made these:

Hand made shock covers to tidy up all the corners.

So that's where she is now. Today will be tank #1 of the break in process. I can't wait to see what a difference this mill makes over the stock one. I've heard so much about it and I'm waiting to be amazed!

Thanks again WoodiE! You've made my summer!

 

[TwiZtiD25]

Looks good!!! What did you use to make the shock covers???

 

[TINY_MAXX]

Very nice candyman !Those shock socks look good...

 

[Candyman]

The shock socks are made from basic black Lycra Spandex. Just sewn into a tube and pulled over the springs. I'd like to say my girlfriend sewed them, but I have to be honest and say I did it...:whistle:

 

[TwiZtiD25]

Thats cool, I would have made them myself, but my girlfriend offered, so I got out of that one pretty easy:beer:

 

[Candyman]

I just love the fact that a free engine from RCNT ended up costing me $60 in the end...

Just couldn't keep it to one project, could I?

 

[Çh®i§tiªñ]

Nice work there Candyman! Now get out there and beat the poop out of it! Oh the smell of carnage.......

 

[Blakedude409]

Looks Awsome!!! Congrats on winning the engine.:bling:

 

[Candyman]

3 tanks through it as of today. It's running like a dog. But I'm patient. I'll have it lean and mean by next weekend. I just can't wait until I get to really twist on it!

 

[TINY_MAXX]

Congrats on the engine...That thing should be better then stock...Did you port your own .15 pro ? or did you get it done by someone ?

 

[Candyman]

This thing BETTER run better than stock!!! I ported my own .15 Pro. It's not all that hard. It just takes a little time and patience. Go too fast and you're buying a new crankcase. But take your time and you can get it pretty easily.

 

[M@xximillion]

Look great dude, Now go break it:fro:

 

[SilentHunterKellen]

Originally posted by M@xximillion
Look great dude, Now go break it:fro:

Hopefully not the engine...
[move]-Kellen[/move]

 

[kwong2001]

So how is the engine compared to stock?

 

[Candyman]

Well, not sure yet. I took a little break because I ordered a new slide carb linkage and bell crank. I just got it in on Sunday. I'm on tank #5 due to poor weather. I haven't opened it up quite yet, but I'm close. I'll let you know when I do. Trust me...

 

[Kretchy]

Shock Covers

Would you be kind enough to reply with detailes on what to use for shock covers and method dimensions etc. I would like to try this project myself. Please reply to my email address;
[email protected] thanks!