My T-Maxx build
12-08-2008, 04:19 PM
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My T-Maxx build
So I got this classic T-Maxx from a fellow member. Slowly but surely I have been upgrading it.
This is how it was:
This is how it looks now:
Photo albums here:
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67577&l=9238e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 1[/link]
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=70431&l=54c1e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 2[/link]
I just ordered a rear aluminum bulkhead, CVD's, stainless steel screws, and an engine.
Need more input, suggestions, criticism, etc
This is how it was:
This is how it looks now:
Photo albums here:
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67577&l=9238e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 1[/link]
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=70431&l=54c1e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 2[/link]
I just ordered a rear aluminum bulkhead, CVD's, stainless steel screws, and an engine.
Need more input, suggestions, criticism, etc
12-08-2008, 05:03 PM
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RE: My T-Maxx build
Definatley get some new shock towers. They do not make those body posts anymore so when you shave them off you are out of luck. I would also get new servos.
12-08-2008, 07:28 PM
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Definatley get some new shock towers. They do not make those body posts anymore so when you shave them off you are out of luck. I would also get new servos.
Definatley get some new shock towers. They do not make those body posts anymore so when you shave them off you are out of luck. I would also get new servos.
12-08-2008, 10:07 PM
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RE: My T-Maxx build
A upgraded reciever pack will help those servos. I have hitec servos on 2 of my maxxes. I used "Ultra Torque" for steering and "deluxe" for throttle. They work flawless. If you upgrade your engine you are going to need to do diffs also. Traxxas has a revised diff case that works good. I have been through all this 3 times and those are the things i did.
BTW, Forward only is a good call.
Do you have skid plates yet?
BTW, Forward only is a good call.
Do you have skid plates yet?
12-09-2008, 01:46 AM
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Skids plates are already in. Receiver pack is in too 
. I am looking at some 3.3 differentials @ fleaBay as we speak
. I am looking at some 3.3 differentials @ fleaBay as we speak
12-09-2008, 05:50 PM
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ORIGINAL: scott36
what or how did get the tmax to sit lower to the ground more like a truggy. thats what i what to do to mine.
what or how did get the tmax to sit lower to the ground more like a truggy. thats what i what to do to mine.
12-10-2008, 08:28 PM
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RE: My T-Maxx build
Mail is in!! New goodies!!
The CVD's... Unfortunately, they don't fit. Too long
If anyone has the 2.5 CVD's I'll gladly trade
These are so cool
This is what I was looking for
The new powerplant. Only $59 NIB
Steering assembly is in
Later I will post a small video of the steering working
The CVD's... Unfortunately, they don't fit. Too long
If anyone has the 2.5 CVD's I'll gladly tradeThese are so cool
This is what I was looking for
The new powerplant. Only $59 NIB
Steering assembly is in
Later I will post a small video of the steering working
12-10-2008, 09:24 PM
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[link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxZ_gMRISsI]Steering assembly working[/link]
Video of the steering assembly working
Video of the steering assembly working
12-11-2008, 04:39 AM
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RE: My T-Maxx build
ORIGINAL: fullyford
i like that steering assembly looks heavy duty, one thing i have is aluminum combo bulk heads, they are super strong
i like that steering assembly looks heavy duty, one thing i have is aluminum combo bulk heads, they are super strong
I already have the front aluminum bulkhead. The rear one should arrive in the mail shortly
12-11-2008, 06:03 PM
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What kind of steering servo are you runnin? It looks really powerful!
What kind of steering servo are you runnin? It looks really powerful!
Please do not flog me
I am ona budget 
Anyways, Hi-Tec servos are already on it's way
12-11-2008, 06:04 PM
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ORIGINAL: fullyford
you just have the bulk head?? the ones i have are a combo bulk head and diff, they are made by fast lane machine
you just have the bulk head?? the ones i have are a combo bulk head and diff, they are made by fast lane machine
That's really nice!! I'm not worthy
How much dinero $$ they cost??
12-11-2008, 09:12 PM
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New engine is ready to be dropped in
Looks real nice
Is taking shape already
Hopefully I will break-in the engine on Saturday
Looks real nice
Is taking shape already
Hopefully I will break-in the engine on Saturday
12-11-2008, 09:23 PM
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So I got this classic T-Maxx from a fellow member. Slowly but surely I have been upgrading it.
This is how it was:
This is how it looks now:
Photo albums here:
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67577&l=9238e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 1[/link]
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=70431&l=54c1e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 2[/link]
I just ordered a rear aluminum bulkhead, CVD's, stainless steel screws, and an engine.
Need more input, suggestions, criticism, etc
So I got this classic T-Maxx from a fellow member. Slowly but surely I have been upgrading it.
This is how it was:
This is how it looks now:
Photo albums here:
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67577&l=9238e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 1[/link]
[link=http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=70431&l=54c1e&id=765182904]T-Maxx project 2[/link]
I just ordered a rear aluminum bulkhead, CVD's, stainless steel screws, and an engine.
Need more input, suggestions, criticism, etc
12-11-2008, 09:45 PM
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Mail is in!! New goodies!!
The CVD's... Unfortunately, they don't fit. Too long If anyone has the 2.5 CVD's I'll gladly trade
These are so cool
This is what I was looking for
The new powerplant. Only $59 NIB
Steering assembly is in
Later I will post a small video of the steering working
Mail is in!! New goodies!!
The CVD's... Unfortunately, they don't fit. Too long
If anyone has the 2.5 CVD's I'll gladly tradeThese are so cool
This is what I was looking for
The new powerplant. Only $59 NIB
Steering assembly is in
Later I will post a small video of the steering working
12-11-2008, 10:15 PM
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Thanks M8!
Keep the suggestions, criticism, etc. coming
I need suggestions for a tire/wheel combo. Lightweight and for multiple terrain
Keep the suggestions, criticism, etc. coming
I need suggestions for a tire/wheel combo. Lightweight and for multiple terrain