DUBZN1 Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 So here it is as it stands Rpm arms and hubs Heavy duty plastic shafts on rear Savage XS shocks All waterproof Not sure what else I need to make it bomb proof The wheels are pretty pants but don't want to go to 1/8 just yet Just want it tough , not to rollover and look scale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossyra Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 They are pretty bombproof box stock tbh. You could get some alu caps for the shocks, and fibreglass tape/shoe goo the bodyshell and that's about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossyra Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 The Velineon aint the best, you might wanna think about a Hobbywing combo in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.K Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 You've already got most of the mods needed. It's hard to cure roll on the slash, especially once you've got some decent tyres fitted! A sway bar kit should help, along with the LCG chassis conversion, which can be pricey. What leccy setup are you running? If stock and wanting to run 3s then you'll want a new system as even though traxxas claim its 3s ready, it'll smoke in very little time! If running 3s+ then you'll want MIP shafts at some stage. Again, Traxxas claim the stock driveshafts are "Heavy Duty" but there ain't nothing heavy duty about them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 9, 2014 Author Share Posted April 9, 2014 Ahh good stuff - seams it's nearly done then ?It's a track star 120a 4-5 cell capableIt's a track start 2100kv motorIn process of doing mod 1 conversion I've already got the sway bar kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 (edited) Tekno big bone drive shaft. I have a used, but perfectly running one I can let you have for a few quid, pm me Kingheadz mount is a good investment too... Never a fan of MiPs, very heavy and ate into ally hub carriers... Edited April 9, 2014 by Noj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 9, 2014 Author Share Posted April 9, 2014 Noj pm on wayYesterday I was out with it for a good 3 hours and broke the front a arms but apart from that , I've not had that much luck with coming home with anything in one piece I pick this up instead of my savage XL fix which has had a load do e to itThis thing is just wild ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 They are a tough basher...I could see another in my life one day.... I have a fair few spare, stock parts lying about....once I can locate the box I packed them into, I'll let you know what's what. I do know exactly where the tekno big bone is though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayzie12 Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 On the driveshaft front if they do break i would reccomend tekno's. They are very strong and if they are bent you can simply "tweak" them back straight again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 9, 2014 Author Share Posted April 9, 2014 I'll take it noj , tapatalk isn't playing ball so I can't PM you at the momentReally enjoy running itPut my hpi blitz wheels back on and they're soo much better over stock but not amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Badlands give great grass traction, but increase grip roll... Is cornering important to you?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.K Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Bandlands SC for the win!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 9, 2014 Author Share Posted April 9, 2014 Erm not something I've ever thought about if I'm honestI'm going out with it tonight and I'll see how my driving fairs up against my needs and wantsHow realistic are they ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.K Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 The stockers are naff, I keep them for on road and use the badlands off road. As Noj said, they've got some mighty grip, just don't try to corner too fast! Night and day difference over the stock tyres. A little pricey tho. You could always go for the 17mm hex conversion then the worlds your oyster, including nanda blocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Personally, I love the look of badlands,,despite not being a true SC style of tyre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 Did the mod 1 conversion today ....... Wow it's wild !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugen mad Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 i have a slash 4x4 runing a hpi scream 1965kv motor with scream esc with mips front and rear with tekno big bone center shaft and rpm arms and carriers all round as well as rear bumper by rpm and front bumper by t-bone racing. only thing i found thats a weak point is the front diff case seems to break im on my 3rd one so far but they are pretty indestructible http://www.msuk-forum.co.uk/gallery/album/3362-/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCMonkee Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Mod 1 conversion is great making it a beast running 4s lipo and 1/8 wheel adapters for a much better wheel/tyre choice. Driveshafts and plastic shock caps the only thing thats let it down so far. Proline undertray is a worthwhile extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 16, 2014 Author Share Posted April 16, 2014 Any pics of the under tray fitted ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUBZN1 Posted April 16, 2014 Author Share Posted April 16, 2014 This is how mine stands now Been trying to pm you Noj but it won't let me do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 What's the first upgrade for a slash platinum? I take it it's already for decent shocks/ sway bars/lcg chassis? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Run it til you break something Jim, if 2s is sufficient power for you? If you crave power, 1/8th scale set up, mod 1 gearing for a kick off....then rpm and tekno it to your hearts content 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 I'm planning on using 2s & 3s I know the velineon system sucks, but when it dies it'll be treated to a wp sc8/ tenshock combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 In that case, bang a fan on the ESC, it will help somewhat. They are pretty robust out of the box tbh....I never broke a stock shock tower... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted April 17, 2014 Share Posted April 17, 2014 In that case, bang a fan on the ESC, it will help somewhat. They are pretty robust out of the box tbh....I never broke a stock shock tower... Cheers Noj, just bought one, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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