My new toy

[hamba]

Look what the postman dropped off today

Since I saw this on youtube I wanted one but they aren't manufactured anymore and pretty hard to come by. Unfortunately its not running at the moment, I didn't get the remote with it but that's OK, I'm only after the body.

Then the other day I went out and got me one of these little babies. My dad had something similar and they are great fun.
This one in particular goes just about every where I point it too and it will be a little sad breaking it up for spare parts.

So, now the project starts. I'm going to convert this Axial SCX10 Deadbolt into a Prado 150 VX or as close as I can get it. Its going to be a slow process as I'm doing this on a small budget (no budget really).
The first things will be to shorten the wheelbase of the Deadbolt, at the moment it doesn't fit but there is a kit to shorten it. I will also have to get some narrower axles and some other wheels and tyres.

Here are a few extra photos before the mods start.

Can't wait till its done and I can get it out and about.

 

[StarCruiser]

What sort of suspension lift are you going to give it? Mud plugger or overlander? RTT? Drawer system in the back? LED Light bar or spots? I can see a slippery slope forming here.

 

[hamba]

The idea is to try and make it as stock as possible so not much of a lift but we will have to wait and see what I can do/find. Tyres are going to be bfg a/t for now if they fit.
After all the mechanics has been sorted I will look at a roof rack to get some accessories on it. A drawer system is a no go, I can't get into the back, might have to get a trailer for it.

 

[Crispin]

How big is your desk?!?!


That's a pretty cool toy!

 

[Gasmanjc]

This will be pretty cool when complete