Latest conversion project - HB GT10

[VintageMA]

I know it's not a new model, but been wanting to build one of these for a while. Definitely paid more than I had hoped having to order it from the UK, but after about 2 weeks wait it just came in the mail last night.

Here's my thoughts on the build:

HB GT10
TP eXtreme V2 2600 - 6S lipo
CC MMM ESC
RCM motor mount
Custom battery tray from Mike 40x132mm (just ordering this now)
Servo - not sure yet, will try stock one to start
Neu 1512 3.5D (1500kv) or 1509 2y (1820kv) (have both, just not sure which will be better)

The motor mount side of the car looks to be a pretty easy setup, but the battery mount side may be a bit tight. The spur is pretty huge at 54T.

With stock gearing of 12T/54T pinion/spur and final drive of 13/40 the speed calculate out at just a touch over 35mph with the 1512 on 6S and the 1509 on 5S. I would save about 1/4lb with the 1509 on 5S compared to the 1512 so that may not make a big difference either way.

Going to fleabay out the nitro and radio stuff to make a little back.

Some pics to follow later tonight.

If anyone has some input on shock oil weight and diff oils to try front and back I am open to suggestions. Also if anyone knows any mandatory or recommended upgrades to help reliability please let me know. From the threads I have read, the front and rear CVDs may be a necessity.

I have read the stock tires are just OK, but at an odd size of about 5" I'm not sure what alternatives may be out there. Since I'll be running it on most grass and off-road gravelly stuff the tires may be fine.