Originally Posted by
forcewave
I've had nothing but issues since I finally recieved my batteries. First I have to extend the damn posts to make the batteries fit then I have to make space so the jumper cable between the two packs fits. I've still got suspension binding in the front end while turning. To top it all off I used blue loctite per their recommendation and I have broken 2 tools off trying to remove screws. Now I'm having to drill out screws I don't even have replacements for. I've put lord knows how many hours into it and still can't run the damn thing. So I've got a 1200 dollar paper weight sitting on my workbench. You can't even begin to imagine how pissed off I am, I baught what was considered the best for a reason. I can't sell the damn thing because I'd just lose money, and yet now I don't even want to work on it.
Sorry to hear you are having these problems. Firstly, as for those orion saddle pack batteries, you may have bought the wrong sized ones. I did the exact same thing recently, a hobby store sold me orion saddle packs that i thought looked too big for the B44.1, and they were, I returned them and purchased other orion saddles 5500mAh 90C, they fit fine.
And secondly, another thing regarding the blue thread lock. You only need the smallest dab when using it. Its not used to 'glue' screws in, but to stop vibration of metal to metal contact that causes them to undo. Again, ive stripped screw heads becuase of this too, now i know just to use a dab. And as suggested, use heat to undo parts with thread lock, it works.
You shouldnt have to modify any parts on the car, it works the way it's designed. Good luck with the build
