You will wonder where the extra power comes from compared to the minamps packs. TBH they are only good for 10th 2wd vehicles, where it is difficult to draw a good load unless you are geared to the moon. I guess that is why traxxas rates their 70mph claim on 8000mah batteries. If you ran 2 3700 fp packs in parallel you would have some serious capability, much more than a ma 8000 pack.

Oh did I mention that the car will be RWD? I already took out all the unnecessary stuff and shaved almost 1/4 pound off the car. Dual-disk brakes also. Single-speed center spool to make things simple.

Here's the body: It has some bite. :mdr:

do you really need dual disk brakes when ur running a spool? ther can be a couple ounces of shaved weight

Maybe not, but I like to over-engineer everything. If it just wont stop locking the wheels up then I'll go down to a single disk.

ahh ok

Some pictures
 

I almost forgot these!
 

I hope you like it because I know I do!

Sweet! Can't wait to see it finished!

Looks sexy :tongue:

*updates*
 

I'm going with a slightly different power system. It will be:

Neu 1515/1.5D-s
FlightPower 6s 25C 5000maH
MGM 12032

:sarcastic: Only half the potential power of the first system, but I can settle for 2500 watts. :surprised:

NICE! Can't wait for vids!

Awesome rig and setup dude.... !!!

Thanks guys!

Hey do you think I should put the 2-speed in it, or is it more trouble than it's worth? I mean, how long would the 2nd gear clutch last? :whistle:

OK! Making progress... I bought the motor. A Neu 1515/1Y smooth can. I figure it will be easier on the system and still be PLENTY fast (and because Mike said it was a good choice). :mdr:

Still waiting for MGM controllers to be in stock. By that time I'll have the cash for it. :smile:

The brakes are done. I'll use both electric and mechanical brakes because the thought of not being able to stop this thing is horrifying to me. :cry:

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g4...d/DSC00091.jpg
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I also reinforced the body a bit with some fiberglass rod I had.

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g4...d/DSC00092.jpg
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Next time on Project Viper: The motor is in!