DBXL 2.0 GaFFLe’s DBXLe 2.0 ==> Work in Progress <==

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So after having bought this buggy over a year ago, I’ve finally taken the initiative to open it and get it running for the first time. I’m going to upgrade a few things first to my liking before putting it into commission:

  1. BRP 7” Super Spikes (already have them)
    1. I had an extra set from my Losi 5ive-T 2.0 so I simply placed an order for the IRP hub adaptors.​
    2. I’m going the bling route and getting RCMax aluminum inserts for curb appeal. I know it’s more rotational weight but I want eye candy.​
  2. Aluminum chassis braces
    1. Leading Edge Machining (LEM) makes them in silver and they’re Made in USA​
  3. Upgrade steering servo and servo saver (Hitec D845WP of course)
  4. Castle XLX-2 w/ Castle 1100KV motor
  5. OSE8 connectors
  6. Futaba 7XPR radio (already have it, never installed)
That’s probably it. I‘m trying to stay away from too many aluminum hop-ups because I don’t want to increase the weight too much stifling performance + I know how much of a money-pit these 5th scalers can be. Updates to follow...
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misterleon said:
You may need aluminum diff housings. You’re gonna be putting a poop load of strain on the drivetrain?
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Hmmm... both front and rear? Who makes the best/most compatible ones for the 2.0?

And this brings on the question... should I be upgrading the bearings since I would have the diff housing taken apart? If so, who makes the best to replace them? Boca yellow?
 
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Gaffle said:
So after having bought this buggy over a year ago, I’ve finally taken the initiative to open it and get it running for the first time. I’m going to upgrade a few things first to my liking before putting it into commission:

  1. BRP 7” Super Spikes (already have them)
    1. I had an extra set from my Losi 5ive-T 2.0 so I simply placed an order for the IRP hub adaptors.​
    2. I’m going the bling route and getting RCMax aluminum inserts for curb appeal. I know it’s more rotational weight but I want eye candy.​
  2. Aluminum chassis braces
    1. Leading Edge Machining (LEM) makes them in silver and they’re Made in USA​
  3. Upgrade steering servo and servo saver (Hitec D845WP of course)
  4. Castle XLX-2 w/ Castle 1100KV motor
  5. OSE8 connectors
  6. Futaba 7XPR radio (already have it, never installed)
That’s probably it. I‘m trying to stay away from too many aluminum hop-ups because I don’t want to increase the weight too much stifling performance + I know how much of a money-pit these 5th scalers can be. Updates to follow...
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Lol you have those Power Craze costco rc tires on your stand. My bro has been through like 5 of them
 
RcJunkie13 said:
Lol you have those Power Craze costco rc tires on your stand. My bro has been through like 5 of them
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Yeah, my boys (4 and 6yr) have a hodge-podge RC's right now. Those two, a pair of New-Brite Rock Crawlers, a Ducati Panigale V4 motorcycle, New Brite Bronco and an Axial Yeti Jr Can-Am Maverick. I'm thinking of getting the 7yr old a Traxxas Maxx (10th scale). I hear it's indestructible and the battery charging is simplified.
 
Lots of headaches with IRP BRP hub adapters on the DBXLe. It requires 13 x 20 x 1mm shims to space it properly (the 5T 2.0 needed nothing). Finally got them on and see that the lock bolts go in a little too deep when threading them on the hub splines. I had some Traxxas TX1675 bushings that take up the space nicely to get’er done.
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Ran it for the 1st time today and this thing RIPS! I‘m stock with a 16T pinion right now. I put some straps on to keep up with the body clips. They’re connected to the front bulkhead plate. This was a great help at the park... 40AE4D44-6823-494C-94BE-9BEC99601F29.jpeg
 
All wheels on.
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Drove it with 16T pinion and on the 2nd day, the front 5mm hinge pin ripped out sending the wheel sailing...


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So I’m looking for Titanium 5mm hinge pins to go in the front wheel axle OR I may use the thicker hinge pins from a Lost 5T and possibly drill out the stock axle to accommodate them. The IRP hub adapters accommodate both 5mm and slightly larger pins.
 
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