For this tutorial I'm putting the Stage 2 motor into the XMODS Hummer. Start by removing the body then removing the back tires using the tool provided in the starter kit.
XMODS Evolution Stage 2 Motor Upgrade
By Michael James, About.com Guide
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Install the Upgrade Kit
Top: XMODS Hummer. Bottom: Hummer with body and back wheels removed ready for upgrade.
© M. James
Want more speed from your Evolution series XMODS? Upgrade it. This tutorial describes how to do a basic motor upgrade using the XMODS Evolution Stage 2 Motor Upgrade Kit, replacing the 27,000 Stage 1 motor with the 30,000 Stage 2 motor and a new gear setup.
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- Install the Upgrade Kit
- Removing Plastic Strip Holding Motor in Place
- Remove Cover on Spur Gear
- Remove Motor and Plastic Spacer
- Remove the Wheel Hub Cover and the Spur Gear
- Choose a Gear Setup
- Put in New Spur Gear and Spacer in Gear Box
- Replace the Pinion Gear
- Remove Leads to Old Motor
- Install the Motor, Heat Sink, Reassemble the XMODS
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