New Traxxas Bullet Project ?

[nvxwax]

I got a Traxxas Bullet off Ebay a wile back, It has been sitting for months, I thought about selling it till i found a project build by tecnica2001.

I have shortened the pan to fit a Beetle shell, I also flipped the rear end around to limit the motor from sticking out (Got the idea from back when i had the 6 gear RC10 lol, Yeah i had a bunch of holes in it to I plan on getting or building a VW motor to stick in that back. My question is does anybody see a problem running the car like this? Im not sure if it will be a runner of shelf-er yet, I could not flip the top shaft like in the RC10 without a lot of work. The rear arms are on the correct side of the car, I have also added spacers under the front of the gear box to match the original tilt (not sure what to cal it)

Anything else you see that might be a problem let me know I have just started. I have my Monster Beetle shell on it for now, Will be replaced with a Sand Scorcher Shell as soon as i can get a complete kit at a descent price. The wheels will stay but the tires are being shipped as i type

[Sayer]

I don't mean to hijack your thread, but any tips for drilling/cutting aluminum?

[pastimesteve]

First, that is looking nice! I would run that sucker!

Regarding the tranny, I would put it back to the standard alignment. I would be concerned about potential damage to the gearbox and I'm not sure parts are easy to find for the Bullet...

As to cutting metal, I highly recommend a dremel, heavy duty (reinforced) cutting disk and patience. That's what I use.

Steve

[nvxwax]

Thanks pastimesteve,

I used to run a RC10 with the trans flipped all the time, I have one extra set of gears so i might try it like it is and if i have problems ill flip it back lol,

Slayer,

Like pastimesteve said, Use a heavy duty fiber reinforced cutoff wheel in a dremel tool, That's what i used.

[backtomyroots]

this looks to be an excellent project - keep us posted.

Now, to steal your spotlight :

http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.a...83&sid=7434

[nvxwax]

this looks to be an excellent project - keep us posted.

Now, to steal your spotlight :

http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.a...83&sid=7434

Very nice new build backtomyroots, I looked around for parts to complete the Bullet i have now cut up. It took everything in me to start cutting it up lol.

[nvxwax]

Small update, I'm still waiting for the body and some other odds and ends to come in (should be this weekend )

I narrowed the front by 1", The front width was way to wide, I did not want to shorten the arms so i sectioned the shock tower and front bulkhead, Turned out pretty good.

I have the tires on that will be used when the model is done, The front pink wheels are temporary, For some reason the front wheels that came with the car are wider then stock, It looks like a combination of a front outside bolted to a rear inside piece. The car had a 1:8 scale car body on it when i got it.

I have also replaced the broken front arms. I still have to adjust the ride height. I want the car to be a little lower.

[nvxwax]

Small Update

Thanks tecnica2001, The front of the Bullet is built like a tank.

I have done a few things, Got the new body and used House Of Kolor Perl Orange, Also added some accessories.

Comments are welcome

[30cms]

very nice indeed.

that orange is sweeeet

[nvxwax]

Thanks for all the comments, Im posting all the updates to my showroom, Links below

Orange Bullet Bug 01

Orange Bullet Bug 02

[Miggers]

I'd have left the front end as it was personally,but it looks awsome.

Fancied doing a similar thing with a Mardave Cobra TBH,they're well cheap over here second hand.

Oh and my tip for drilling ally?

Not much speed and lots of feed.

That lets the drill tip cut quickly by turning slowly with plenty of pressure on it.

Mark