FLM tranny forward lcg brushless conversion (flm4900) traxxas 1717 ( xo-1 1650kv)

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I started my build a couple months ago. I'm using the FLM tranny forward lcg brushless conversion (FLM4900), a mm2, 5s LiPo, traxxas 1717 (xo-1 1650kv), FLM lst shock conversion with original LST Shocks and rovan springs, FLM shock towers, FLM extended a-arms, FLM hybrid bulk heads, draglink. I like to switch back and forth from phaltlines to mashers on proline beadlocks, or big joes on proline bead locks. I used a revo radio box and a hitec 7995 servo, and 2 speed tranny locked in 2nd gear.

 

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Well i tested my rig with a 32 pinion and a 47 spur. Standing back flips on comand, 1/4 throttle runs about 20-30mph goose the throttle and it jumps straight up and does a back flip. Awsome power very happy.

 

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Well that was short lived. Broke a drive shaft. Called FLM replacements are on the way. The fat shafts this time.

 

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I could use some advice on gearing. I have a limited selection of spurs and pinions, need to order some but not real sure what to get. I would like to eliminate the slipper clutch as it wont stay tight even with loctite. I believe I'm geared to high. So bigger spur and smaller pinion. Anyone have any suggestions? Here is a pic of a stock xl tvp showing how far the FLM chassis moves the tranny forward. Awsome balance and no battery boxes.