Posted: 12/20/13
Axial offers several optional upgrade parts for the RTR Deadbolt. Here is a quick run down of what is installed and why you may want to use these items.
A couple photos of the fully option RTR Deadbolt. Axial also offers clear replacement Deadbolt bodies, part number AX04039, for those that want to customize the look of their trucks.
First option parts that can be seen here are the 2.2 Maxxis Trepador tires in our sticky R35 compound, part number AX12022. We also installed our VMS beadlock wheels, part number AX08061. We will cover more on the VMS wheels later on in this article.
Body off shot!
Next option part we installed is a 25t aluminum servo horn, part number AX30836. Axial's HD aluminum servo horn provides more responsive steering with less chance of stripping the internal splines over the stock plastic servo horn. Clamping style head for secure mounting in high stress applications. Available in 23, 24 and 25 tooth spline counts.
Axial's HD differential covers, part number AX30829. HD diff covers protect ring and pinion gears from being damaged by rocks, just like their 1:1 counterparts, all while adding a little bling to your ride.
Aluminum axle lockouts are another available option, part number AX30789. Axial's aluminum axle lockouts are more rigid than the stock plastic lockouts, which will allow the vehicle to track better in all situations.
Another great upgrade is Axial's aluminum shocks, part number AX30092. Aluminum shocks provide better dampening than the stock plastic shocks, especially when mated with our Delrin shock pistons. Aluminum shock bodies also dissipate heat better than the stock plastic bodies. Oversize 3.5mm shock shafts for rigidity. Great for high power applications and long run times. Axial also offer a complete line of various springs to fine tune your suspension as needed, see the complete parts list below for more info.
Another option part that is hiding behind the HD diff cover is Axial's HD ring and pinion gears, part number AX30395. HD ring and pinion gears are more efficient than the stock aluminum ring and pinions. CNC machined for precision. Hardened steel for durability. Great for high power applications. Axial also offers hardened steel overdrive ring and pinion gear sets, part number AX30401, for a little extra wheel speed. We also offer an underdrive ring and pinion gear sets, part number AX30402, for a little more torque in binds.
Axial's HD lower link mounts are another noteworthy upgrade, part number AX30830. Our HD lower link mounts allow users to fine tune ride height and wheelbase by providing more adjustment holes than the stock plastic units.
You can see a handful of options parts in this photo. First option is the aluminum knuckles, part number AX30760. Aluminum knuckles provide more responsive steering and help your vehicle track better at speeds and in the rocks. Another option shown is the Axial Aluminum C-hubs, part number AX30762. Aluminum C-hubs also help your vehicle track more consistently in all situations, especailly when used in conjunction with our aluminum knuckles. Also notice the AR60 universal axles, part number AX30780. Axial universal joint axles increase steering angle to 50 degrees, that's 60% over the stock dogbone/drive cup setup. These universals provide smoother action for a higher performing, efficient drivetrain. The universal is oversized; typical for 1/8 scale vehicles and made of hardened steel so it's capable of handling extreme power.
Our intention with this project was to build a solid axled basher that can handle a lot of power. Axial's Vanguard Brushless System was the perfect fit to supply that power. The 2900KV brushless motor, part number AX24010, is more efficient that standard brushed motors and provides a lot more power for hill climbs and general monster truck style bashing over the stock set-up. Providing control for the brushless motor is our Vanguard ESC, part number AX24260. The Vanguard ESC has an array of features that can be programmed manually or with a Castle Link. Highlighted features include adjustable drag brake, lipo cutoff, traction control, motor timing, etc. Our Vanguard ESC is compatible with both brushed and brushless motors, so it can be run with either configuration. Standard Deans® Ultra Plug® battery connector included.
Another great upgrade is the Wraith Stage One link kit, part number AX30797. This kit is geared towards the Wraith, but also works great with the Deadbolt. Especially if you are going to compete at rock crawling competitions, as the wheelbase falls just under the 12 1/2" max wheelbase limit. Our Stage One link Kit replaces all the stock plastic suspension links with high quality 7mm diameter aluminum links. Eliminates axle wrap and unwanted axle steer, especially in high power applications. Axial also offers machined heavy duty aluminum straight links, part number AX30790, to replace the stock plastic lower links as an alternative the the Stage One link kit.
Axial's HD motor plate, part number AX30860. Our heavy duty motor plate is for any vehicle running our AX10 transmission. CNC machined from 4.5mm thick billet aluminum, with integrated heatsink fins to help motors run cooler on those all day expeditions. A must have for any R/C overland adventurist! Axial also offers 13t, 14t and 15t steel pinion gears and an 80t spur gear to give end users an array of gear ratios to choose from. Add more torque for low speed crawling to your Deadbolt by installing one of Axial's optional brushed motors available in 27t and 55t configurations. Axial also offers a complete steel transmission gear set for even more durability, part number AX30708.
Once again for wheels we went with our VWS beadlocks, part number AX08061. VWS wheels allow users to tune foam set-ups and change tires at will for varying terrain and conditions. Another wheel option offered by Axial is our black 8 hole beadlock wheels, part number AX8097. These wheels offer a little wider overall stance which equals stability at high speeds. For low speed rock crawling you can increase your Deadbolt's climbing abilities by adding Axial's 2.2 Internal Weight Rings, part number AX30545. Add even more weight by utilizing Axial's 2.2 Internal Wheel Weights for the Internal Wheel Weight Rings, part number AX30546.
You can see our R35 Ripsaw tires pictured here, part number AX12015. R35 Ripsaw tires offer both a realistic look for the image-conscious scale crawler and for those looking to up their performance game. This 2.2 Ripsaw offers an aggressive tread design, greater ground clearance, and is made from a R35 sticky compound. The VWS wheels include black aluminum rings, but I swapped those out for our Grey beadlock rings, part number AX08133, just to match the grey colored suspension links.
Complete Deadbolt option parts list:
AX8097 - 2.2 Black 8 Hole Beadlock Wheels (x2)
AX08061 - 2.2 VWS Beadlock Wheels (x2)
AX08133 - Grey VWS Beadlock Rings (x2)
AX08141 - 2.2 Trail Ready Beadlock Wheel - Black (x2)
AX08142 - 2.2 Trail Ready Beadlock Wheel - Black and Chrome (x2)
AX12015 - 2.2 R35 Ripsaw Tires (x2)
AX12022 - 2.2 Maxxis Trepador Tires (x2)
AX12021 - 2.2 BFGoodrich Krawler T/A Tires (x2)
AX30545 - 2.2 Internal Wheel Weight Rings (x2)
AX30546 - 2.2 Wheel Weight Inserts (x2)
AX30797 - Stage One Link Kit
AX30790 - Machined Heavy Duty Aluminum Straight Link 101mm (x2)
AX30469 - Machined Heavy Duty Aluminum High Clearance Upper Links (x2)
AX80057 - XR10 Linkage Set (x4 for all 8 links)
AX30395 - HD Ring and Pinion Gear Sets (stock gear ratio) (x2)
AX30401 - Overdrive HD Ring and Pinion Gear Sets (x2)
AX30402 - Underdrive HD Ring and Pinion Gear Sets (x2)
AX30571 - 13t Steel Pinion Gear
AX30569 - 14t Steel Pinion Gear
AX30573 - 15t Steel Pinion Gear
AX30665 - 80t Spur Gear
AX30708 - Steel Transmission Gear Set
AX30829 - HD Differential Covers (x2)
AX30860 - HD Motor Plate
AX30830 - HD Link Mounts (x2)
AX30834 - 23t HD Servo Horn
AX30835 - 24t HD Servo Horn
AX30836 - 25t HD Servo Horn
AX30762 - Aluminum Axle C-hub's
AX30760 - Aluminum Knuckles
AX30789 - Aluminum Axle Lockouts
AX30092 - Aluminum Shocks (x2)
AX30780 - AR60 Universal Axle Set
AX24260 - AE-3 Vanguard ESC
AX24010 - Vanguard 2900KV Brushless Motor
AX24007 - 55 Turn Motor
AX24004 - 27 Turn Motor
AX04032 - Clear Ridgecrest Body
AX30223 - Black Springs 1.04 lbs/in (x2)
AX30224 - Purple Springs 1.43 lbs/in (x2)
AX30225 - Orange Springs 1.75 lbs/in (x2)
AX30218 - Red Springs 2.07 lbs/in (x2)
AX30219 - White Springs 2.47 lbs/in (x2)
AX30220 - Green Springs 2.85 lbs/in (x2)
AX30221 - Yellow Springs 3.27 lbs/in (x2)
AX30222 - Blue Springs 3.55 lbs/in (x2)
