Freeze's Savage Flux "Frostbyte II" build thread

Part 6: Drivetrain/Chassis upgrade



Sorry for the delay in updates, but in combination with my lady friend needing my attention along with a delayed order from RC Monster for my FLM TVP chassis, it's taken awhile. But now were ready for the next phase in getting "Frostbyte II" upgraded and complete! Our biggest upgrade and change to the standard Flux is our FLM extended XL TVP chassis frame. This caught my eye earlier on other peoples builds and I liked how it made the chassis stand out and give it a unique look vs the standard HPI frame. Other's reviews have been positive and after a bit more comparing and researching, I decided to go with FLM's chassis. THe fact that I could get a lower skid plate and included beefier and longer rear drive shaft were bonus selling points. Now that the long way for the chassis is over, lets continue!



Sure does look nice, and comes professionally packaged. Kudos to FLM!





Big difference in thickness. Amazingly enough, it was very light weight despite its hefty look, i'd say its only slightly more heavier then the stock HPI frame!




Oh yeah, that's gonna look nice in comparison




Were also going to go ahead and upgrade the drivetrain cups with HPI's heavy duty models. I remember on my first Flux, the diff cups began to wear and and get bent from the stress of the motor and usage after a few months. Hopefully, these will keep that from happening, and they look good!





Allright, it's its long over due to get this thing put back together! We can make it bigger, better, strong, faster..... we have the technology! With limited funds....





Off go the old drive cups, in with the new! I put a little grease on the interior gears, its NOT rust!







Now lets start making this part pile look like a monster truck again! Piece by piece.....