Originally Posted by
SlowLST2
I just rebuilt my Jato 2.5 myself. Things I did and recommend to do:
Alloy brake arm kit is a MUST.
Rebuild the transmission with new bearings, gears, and replace the 2spd clutch drum.
Replace the bushings in the steering assembly with bearings. 4x7x2.5mm are the dimensions and you need 4 bearings.
High torque servos. I used Hitec HS645MG for steering and throttle/brake.
1100MaH 2S LiFE Receiver Pack - they’re about $6 each from hobby king and work great.
RPM front bumper and suspension arms
Traxxas CVDs
10k diff oil
Drilled the stinger of the Resonator pipe out 0.5mm from what it is stock.
It sounds like a lot, but it’s not that big a deal. The stock arms and bumper are fine.
I put a modified Traxxas 3.3 in mine. If you want something less finicky, get a Novarossi 2.5cc engine with recommended pipe and manifold and forget the 3.3 exists.
I appreciate the response!!
Like I said, I will get better pictures this weekend(maybe sooner), I am not home but after looking at the pictures again it has a lot of aluminum on it already. The previous owner definitely did some upgrades.
Do you know if the Novarossi would bolt right up? Because I would give power for reliability happily. I do not have the urge to reach 65mph on the pavement. As long as it would give the power needed to have some fun on the grass.
I checked prices and it's even cheaper than the 3.3 which is perfect.
Thanks!!