neverfollow 599 Posted September 9, 2014 There M4 I think. You could turn up a M5 to M4 adapter threaded stud but I don't see the point really, other than you would not have to thread lock the bolt each time as the m4 is a nylock nut. J Yes, I don't really see the point either. On a side note, I ordered an Axial Wraith interior and will try to fit it. I may have to change the driver since he doesn't have a lower half. Hopefully all goes well! Pics to follow... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kontemax 1725 Posted September 9, 2014 I don't know all mechanical English words what I want to do is make an inner threaded axle inside the CVD axle that exit with a 4mm thread for the nylon nut. This inner axlex will be kept in place by the blue treadlock and the wheel adapter locking pin. Max Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted September 9, 2014 I guess it would be like a heli-coil insert? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jamesssb 237 Posted September 9, 2014 I guess it would be like a heli-coil insert? Yes that would work but you may have to open the hole up some more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted September 11, 2014 Little update..alloy hubs came in today Before: Original hub with shaved stops for more steering: Side by side: New hub fitted: And after: Definitely achieved my goal of more steering angle with these hubs. They are stronger, smaller, and possibly even lighter than the original plastic pieces. Just waiting on a few more items and my Clod will be complete. I plan to give it a good thrashing this weekend if the weather is nice. But I'm already thinking about what will be next project Torn between a Trail Finder 2 (though I will not likely defect from Tamiya), a High-Lift, or a CR-01. Decisions, decisions, decisions... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emory70 153 Posted September 11, 2014 Looking forward to your update, although I don't look forward to spending even more money on mine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted September 12, 2014 Gave it some bumper mounted spot lights this evening. I got these from eBay, not knowing they weren't LED So I removed the bulbs, drilled the centers to fit a 5mm LED, and threaded the original bulb hole for an attachment bolt. I had to move the bumper up a hair to clear the wiring, but I am pleased with the results. And with my camera flash 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted December 12, 2014 Sorry to bump an older thread - where did you get the GMC grille and tailgate? Also, what about the original Clod grille - how was the black applied behind the chrome? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wez-li 1790 Posted December 12, 2014 Great build, really need to crack on with my clod. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terz1 745 Posted December 12, 2014 Ive read through this recently too. Makes me want to modify my clod. Looks fantastic! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ukfox 347 Posted December 12, 2014 You guys are killing me, I recently sold my clod 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted December 12, 2014 Sorry to bump an older thread - where did you get the GMC grille and tailgate? Also, what about the original Clod grille - how was the black applied behind the chrome? CPE sells the grill and tailgate. http://crawfordperformanceengineering.com/advanced_search_result.php?search_in_description=1&keywords=Gmc&x=0&y=0 For the original grille I used an ultra fine paint marker to color in the portion that is supposed to be black. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted December 12, 2014 More on this Clod build here.. http://www.tamiyaclub.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=74328 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted December 13, 2014 Thank you (again) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sparkysx 125 Posted December 14, 2014 That thing is awesome 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheManOfBronze 27 Posted December 16, 2014 That's an awesome truck, I love all the bodywork detailing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverfollow 599 Posted January 10, 2015 So maybe I'm at take 3 now... After the last outing, I cracked both front axle tubes. So I replaced them with alloy pieces. While doing so I decided to lengthen the wheelbase and taking full advantage of the 4 link set up. I changed the axle attachment brackets to accommodate the links. I originally had the upper links mounted a little further back, on posts in order to keep the dampers in a straight position. Here it is before... And after... Looks much better in my opinion, and it should handle better as well. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scapelnz 204 Posted February 11, 2015 Looks much better and the handling should be greatly improved, once again this is an amazing build! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
