Stampede_fanatic's stampede 4x4 vxl build...

[dgudenau]

I was actually thinking of doing that for my next project. Where is a good place to buy rit dye? K-mart? Walmart? Target?

I found some black rit dye at my local Walmart in the the laundry detergent section.

[stampede_fanatic]

I found some black rit dye at my local Walmart in the the laundry detergent section.

Will check Walmart out this weekend.

Thanks man!

[Pede Pede]

I found mine at Kmart. I did my Slash and pede at the same time. Used the whole packet and left the bodies in hot water for a little ovwr an hour. Gives the truck such a new look. Totally worth it!

[stampede_fanatic]

I found mine at Kmart. I did my Slash and pede at the same time. Used the whole packet and left the bodies in hot water for a little ovwr an hour. Gives the truck such a new look. Totally worth it!

Will check kmart out this weekend as well. I'll compare which one sells it the cheapest. Thanks!

Btw, I just boil water until very hot, pour whole packet of rit dye, soak chassis a little over an hour and I'm all set right? Do I need to add anything on the hot water besides the rit dye?

[Pede Pede]

Pretty much, yes thats what you do. I put two pots on the stove and put one body in each so as the water got hot, so do did the bodies. I believe already having the bodies hot before putting them in the dyed water helps the dye stick to the body better.

Put the packet in the hot water, stir it a little, put the body in and cover the pot or bucket to retain the heat. Just make sure you thoroughly clean the body of all dirt before hand. I paid around $2.29 at kmart if I recall correctly.

[stampede_fanatic]

Pretty much, yes thats what you do. I put two pots on the stove and put one body in each so as the water got hot, so do did the bodies. I believe already having the bodies hot before putting them in the dyed water helps the dye stick to the body better.

Put the packet in the hot water, stir it a little, put the body in and cover the pot or bucket to retain the heat. Just make sure you thoroughly clean the body of all dirt before hand. I paid around $2.29 at kmart if I recall correctly.

Cool! Thanks for the advice man.

Updates! Installed Tekno Rears and MIP front CVD axles yesterday.

Before Tekno Rears:




Right side done:




Close up of right side cup:




Both sides done:




With wheels on:




Right side close up:




Left side close up:




What the rear looks like with wheelie bar on:




Front with stock axles:




Front with MIP CVD axles installed:


Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->ICE AMPS Blower System from RB Innovations
-->ESC Fan

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!

Upcoming projects:
-->Chassis Dye, Black

[o0wiz0o]

Looking good.

[stampede_fanatic]

Looking good.

Thanks man!

[spenniepoos]

You are doing a sweet job on your pede dude it wont be long before you run out of stuff to do to it but bash hard and fast man.....peace

[Pede Pede]

Stampede_Fanatic, please let us know how that ice blower works out if and when you get one. I did consider buying one but there are things about it that I dont like. For example, I wish they made ducts at the bottom or side to direct the air out, I also wish they would have incorporated some sort of fins on the mount to aid in heat dissipation. I went to the only place that sells it that I know of, the manufacturer, and after putting the item in the shopping cart and having the tax and shipping estimated, the total was $52.......No.Thanks.

[stampede_fanatic]

You are doing a sweet job on your pede dude it wont be long before you run out of stuff to do to it but bash hard and fast man.....peace

Thanks man! I want to make it as tough as possible so all I would do from now on is to (Just like you said), bash hard and fast.

The only replacements I want to do are on things that wear out like tires, or if the lid breaks, etc. I hate replacing axles and A-Arms everytime.

Stampede_Fanatic, please let us know how that ice blower works out if and when you get one. I did consider buying one but there are things about it that I dont like. For example, I wish they made ducts at the bottom or side to direct the air out, I also wish they would have incorporated some sort of fins on the mount to aid in heat dissipation. I went to the only place that sells it that I know of, the manufacturer, and after putting the item in the shopping cart and having the tax and shipping estimated, the total was $52.......No.Thanks.

I'll definitely do a review on the ICE AMPS blower when it arrives (Currently on it's way).

Stampede_Fanatic, please let us know how that ice blower works out if and when you get one. I did consider buying one but there are things about it that I dont like. For example, I wish they made ducts at the bottom or side to direct the air out, I also wish they would have incorporated some sort of fins on the mount to aid in heat dissipation. I went to the only place that sells it that I know of, the manufacturer, and after putting the item in the shopping cart and having the tax and shipping estimated, the total was $52.......No.Thanks.

Here's my review man:
http://traxxas.com/forums/showthread...ampede_fanatic!

Updates!

Before. No ESC fan:



After. With Traxxas ESC Fan installed (Part Num: 3340):



Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!
-->ESC Fan - DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->Motor fan

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!

Upcoming projects:
-->Chassis Dye, Black

[emmanhello]

I love to see this! Keep doing and posting pic, maybe I will do this as well, I don't know...

[dwmoss]

Once again, very well done. A very nice read.

[stampede_fanatic]

I love to see this! Keep doing and posting pic, maybe I will do this as well, I don't know...

Upgrades really help man and I'm so glad I did them. I just take it anywhere for bashing now without being worried that something might break.

Durability wise, all I could say is, it's tough as nails! Did a lot of cartwheeling and flipping without breaking a single thing!

Once again, very well done. A very nice read.

Thanks man!

Went bashing...

Before bashing:





After bashing:





My favorite after bashing pic:

[spenniepoos]

Nice to see it getting a good bashing dude ....peace

[stampede_fanatic]

Nice to see it getting a good bashing dude ....peace

Thanks! Got to take it to a park near my home to stretch it's legs. The backyard is just too small.

[Crew33]

Truck is looking good man. How do you like the T-Bones skid plate setup?

[stampede_fanatic]

Truck is looking good man. How do you like the T-Bones skid plate setup?

The skid plate really takes a good beating whenever I go bashing. So glad that I got it because on rough terrain, a lot of loose rocks hit the servo. The skid plate is pretty scratched up right now and really serves its purpose.

Updates!

Before doing "The Bla... (Scroll down to find out!)






"The Black Chassis" mod!






Installation of front end:




Installation of servo, receiver, esc, and motor:




Complete!



Pictorial to follow...

Before Black Chassis Mod:







After Black Chassis mod:






More pics:





Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!
-->ESC Fan - DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->Motor fan

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!
-->Chassis Dye, Black - DONE!

This happened after bashing:




Still can see it?? Circled it for ya...




Shock oil all over the front end:




Snapped Right RPM A-Arm:



Any recommendations on aftermarket shocks? Traxxas big bores? Traxxas Big Bore GTR's?

Let me know guys. Thanks!

[Cglennrichardson]

Told ya those shocks needed to be a priority...surprised with the A Arm though. At least those have the lifetime warranty.

[stampede_fanatic]

Told ya those shocks needed to be a priority...surprised with the A Arm though. At least those have the lifetime warranty.

I have it coming that something like this will happen eventually. I also remembered what you said on your last post in this thread after I broke the shocks. You said on your post that Traxxas Big Bore shocks are good. You just swapped the stampede springs on them. Any more recommendations?

Btw, are you telling me that RPM will replace the A-Arm for free? If so, how?

Updates!

Before Motor Fan:


After installation of motor fan (My "How-to" here:http://traxxas.com/forums/showthread...#post5418551):




Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!
-->ESC Fan - DONE!
-->Motor fan - DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->Aftermarket shocks (See Post #81)

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!
-->Chassis Dye, Black - DONE![/QUOTE]

[o0wiz0o]

I have the Big Bores. They feel more sturdy. If I had the money though I would get the HPI D8 shocks. They are sweet.

[yonzariq]

That is a great looking stampede

[Cglennrichardson]

Love my Big Bores. Watch eBay for them. I got them from a new Slash Platinum for about $34. I just swapped the springs. Haven't even changed the oil yet and the setup is good for me. On the RPM not sure how the warranty works I haven't had to use it yet. Probably something on their website.

[stampede_fanatic]

I have the Big Bores. They feel more sturdy. If I had the money though I would get the HPI D8 shocks. They are sweet.

Currently looking at Traxxas Big Bore shocks (Part num: TRA5862) on ebay, amazon, etc. HPI D8's are nice, but have a hefty pricetag.

That is a great looking stampede

Thanks man!

Love my Big Bores. Watch eBay for them. I got them from a new Slash Platinum for about $34. I just swapped the springs. Haven't even changed the oil yet and the setup is good for me. On the RPM not sure how the warranty works I haven't had to use it yet. Probably something on their website.

Wow! $34 for Traxxas Big Bore shocks are not bad at all. The cheapest I've seen brand new costs $47. I'll also swap my springs since I don't like the progressive springs on the Big Bores.

I'll check RPM out to see how the lifetime warranty works.

[o0wiz0o]

One mean looking truck! I have one for your list....custom shell/paint job. :-)

[stampede_fanatic]

One mean looking truck! I have one for your list....custom shell/paint job. :-)

That I've been looking at since I got my pede. Planning on the Jconcepts F150 raptor. Just waiting for the current body to crack at the mounting posts.

Anyways, I plan to get wheels and tires first. I'm getting tired of the truck drifting in loose dirt. I need grip.

Trenchers with RPM revolvers maybe? Trenchers on Rulux wheels? The trencher desperado setup is getting played out. Too many people run them. I want to be unique! LOL!

[o0wiz0o]

I have the Trenchers. They are really good tyres. As with any tyres/foams IMO seal the holes in the rims. As soon as they get wet they stay a unbalanced mess for the rest of. Crap at very high speeds. Think I may get the mashers or badlands when these finally where out. :-)

[stampede_fanatic]

I have the Trenchers. They are really good tyres. As with any tyres/foams IMO seal the holes in the rims. As soon as they get wet they stay a unbalanced mess for the rest of. Crap at very high speeds. Think I may get the mashers or badlands when these finally where out. :-)

How are proline mashers and badlands?

Read reviews on them, but wanted to hear from someone who really used them for a long long time.

[Pede Pede]

Nice to see you finished the chassis dye project, it's gives the truck such a new look huh!

You might want to put some wire mesh on top of that fan. It will prevent some tiny rocks and other road debris from getting caught in there. I'll see if I can find the old picture I posted here a long time ago.

Heres the one I had posted a while back of the one I did for my Stampede. I used some mesh and shoe goo to hold it but one xan use clear silicone.

[stampede_fanatic]

Nice to see you finished the chassis dye project, it's gives the truck such a new look huh!

Yup! I really love the new look. Makes the pede look like a mini monster truck.

Heres the one I had posted a while back of the one I did for my Stampede. I used some mesh and shoe goo to hold it but one xan use clear silicone.

Thanks for that mesh mod man! Will be doing that for my next project.

That is the reason why I love this forum. Lots of friendly members that give really good tips and advice.

Kudos to all you guys who have helped me.

Updates!

Before Mod:





After Mod (If you still can't see it, scroll down):






Installed this (Big Bores Part num: 5862):




Fixed the wiring as well to help the ESC draw more air in. Went from this:





To this:




Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!
-->ESC Fan - DONE!
-->Motor fan - DONE!
-->Aftermarket shocks - DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->Wire Mesh over ESC
-->Better wheels and tires

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!
-->Chassis Dye, Black - DONE!

[QYKSLVR]

Much better wire routing! Glad im not the only one who uses plati-dip on my wheels

[doubletapdaddy]

Wait, plasti-dip isnt a dip? That's weird.

[stampede_fanatic]

Much better wire routing! Glad im not the only one who uses plati-dip on my wheels

Yeah, the ESC can draw more air in now... Yes, plastidipping is the cheapest way to change your wheels looks!

Wait, plasti-dip isnt a dip? That's weird.

This is plastidip. It comes in a can, and it's not a dip.

[QYKSLVR]

You can also get them in BLAZE colors (Yellow, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink)
And the Regular Black, White, Red, Clear

[RobbVII]

Got the Ice Amps Blower. Thanks!

[GoJonnypede]

Your Stampede is SWEET!!

[stampede_fanatic]

You can also get them in BLAZE colors (Yellow, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink)
And the Regular Black, White, Red, Clear

Yup! Your right on that. Wanna do orange next time or something...

Got the Ice Amps Blower. Thanks!

Cool! Your so lucky you get to use it.

Your Stampede is SWEET!!

Thanks man!

Updates!

These came in today:





Yeah! Opened them up and installed them right away....




Installed:







Bonus item:


Quick recap on "Blue Bayou's" mods:
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Fronts) - DONE!
-->Outerwears Shroud - DONE!
-->DIY Lid lowering - DONE!
-->T-Bone racing front bumper and Servo Guard - DONE!
-->Aluminum Bearing Adapter - DONE!
-->Kingheadz motor mount - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Bearing Carriers - DONE!
-->Blue RPM A-Arms (Rear) - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Steering knuckles - DONE!
-->Blue Aluminum Caster Blocks - DONE!
-->Rear Teknos - DONE!
-->Front MIP CVD's - DONE!
-->ESC Fan - DONE!
-->Motor fan - DONE!
-->Aftermarket shocks - DONE!
-->Better wheels and tires- DONE!

Upcoming mods:
-->Wire Mesh over ESC
-->Sway Bars
-->Aluminum hexes

Projects:
-->Plastidipped Talons in Black - DONE!
-->Chassis Dye, Black - DONE!

[Pede Pede]

Sweet, should be ordering a set for my slash soon.

[spenniepoos]

Nice dude its looking awesome are you going bashing this weekend???.....peace

[doubletapdaddy]

That's quite a "bonus item". Can't wait to see what breaks. Stripped hex maybe?