The first time I ran the truck the tire came unglued and stopped my testing with that but with the first pull of the trigger I just smiled. Once the tire was glued I made several runs and was very pleased. After about ten runs it started to make a clicking noise. I was not sure where it was coming from. After inspecting it I noticed that I had one bent drive shaft so I replaced it hoping that it would be the noise I was hearing. With just a little time back on the track the noise was back and it was back to the bench. After allot of looking I determined it was the rear end. I Took it apart to see the gear shaved bad. I did a little research to find that this is a common problem so I ordered a heavy duty gear set. This solved the problem. Next I was having trouble keeping the battery in place and ultimately ruined a battery by it rubbing a bolt and causing a bulge. I ordered a battery holder and then mounted it. After many more runs I bent the other front drive shaft so I replaced it. I came across a MT 2 and upgraded my truck to a MT2 and have not had any problems since.
Here is a parts list
EZ run 9T with 35amp ESC
hyper mini 11T mod 1 pinion
hyper mini Velcro straps
hyper mini battery holder
stock plastic (post cap)
stock aluminum
Final thoughts
After a full season of running this I am very pleased. This is a great truck and with just a few upgrades this truck is very tough and is now my favorite truck.
Here's are some pictures of it in its final form.
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