Project Gen8 AXE - Part 3 - Treal Brass Lower Link Mounts

I had a little time to work on my Gen8 AXE today and decided to add some more Treal brass upgrades.  This time I went with the lower link mounts.  Not only will this add a small amount of weight down low (improving stability), they'll also add strength to my truck and look great too.

Although I've never personally broken a lower link mount on my truck, I do sell them from time-to-time so I know other guys are breaking them.  By swapping out my link mounts to these nice brass units, I've added strength to my own truck and will now have a second set of stock parts in my trail bag if my son ever breaks one of his on his V2.

Here's a quick look at these brass lower link mounts vs the stock mounts:

The stock plastic mounts and hardware weigh 14 grams.

The Treal brass link mounts and hardware weigh 45 grams - an increase of 31 grams over the stock plastic pieces.  This isn't a massive increase in weight but, they'll also add strength and heck, they look cool too.

This is a super easy project but it will require a few tools.  Here's what you'll need:
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• 1.5mm hex driver - Good quality like MIP is highly recommended
• 2.5mm hex driver
• Pliers
• Medium strength threadlock

'till next time

Rob

By the way, here are some other Gen8 posts that you may like:
Gen8 V2 Project Part 1 - Wheels
​Gen8 V2 Project Part 2 - Magnet Body Mounts
Gen8 V2 Project Part 3 - Bumpers

Gen8 AXE Project Part 1 - Injora Aluminum Wheels
Gen8 AXE Project Part 2 - Brass Wheel Hexes