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Bag E, contents all laid out. Notice, the 22 2.0 comes with 1 set of white and 1 set of yellow wheels, as opposed to 2 sets of yellow with the original 22. TLR is throwing some love to the white wheel fans out there.

Step E1, mounting the new battery tray to the chassis. Frank is running a shorty LiPo, so he is mounting the tray in the rear position.

No time to mount the tires! Notice, the 22 2.0 comes with 1 set of white and 1 set of yellow wheels, as opposed to 2 sets of yellow with the original 22. TLR is throwing some love to the white wheel fans out there.

Frank chose to mount JConcepts Gold Bar Codes for his 22 2.0 using TLR Standard Tire Glue.

** Build Note - Frank cleans his wheels and tires using Windex. It works best for cleaning tires in his experience.

While the tire glue was drying, Frank returned to the chassis to mount his electronics. Frank's ESC of choice is the Orion R10 Pro, for supreme reliability and ultra smooth performance giving him the best control. He didn't get the sensor wire on for the photo, but it was on before he ran!

Also at the front end, Frank mounted his personal transponder and receive directly behind the servo. Frank chooses to use the SR3520 Micro receiver from Spektrum to connect to his DX3R Pro - the system connects him to the car in near real time for incredible feel.

Step E2, the 22 2.0 comes with precut hook and loop pieces, 2 for each side of the much guard and 2 for each side of the body. Just another small improvement on the 22 2.0.

** Build Tip - Frank puts a small dab of TLR Standard Glue behind the hook and loop strips to be sure they are solidly secured.

Step E2, installed the tires onto the 22 2.0 chassis. The 22 2.0 includes serrated wheel nuts for the rear axles in the kit. Frank chose the yellow wheels since they match his paint scheme the best.

** Build Tip - Make sure to tighten down the front wheel nuts tight. You need to wheel nut to compress the plastic of the wheel for a nice firm setting.

Step E3, the 22 2.0 comes with TLR's all new 6.5" Medium Downforce Wing. Don't let the Medium word scare you away, this wing produces a ton of rear grip. As you can see, Frank only runs about 4mm of wicker, which is 3mm below the lowest line on the wing.

** Build Tip - Frank uses Scotch Brite (steel wool) pads to scuff his wing rather than painting it. It is quicker, and cleaner. If the wing is left clear and not scuffed, it shows scratched easily and reflects light which is distracting when driving, so this is really the best option for most racers.

TLR 6.5" Medium Downforce Wing, cut and scuffed.

Step E4, the battery is held down with the new battery strap and 2 body clips. If is super quick and easy to remove and install. Frank chose to run his Orion XS 4000mAh "Shorty" LiPo.

** Build Tip - Frank and the TLR Team prefer to run a "shorty" LiPo for 90% of their racing. "Shorty" packs are around 70g lighter than standard battery packs and give the 22 2.0 a better balance and quicker and more responsive handling.

Frank's complete 22 2.0 kit with the body off, beautiful!

Frank's complete 22 2.0 kit with the stock 22 2.0 body painted. Frank would like to change Bradley Fine Line Designs for the amazing paint and UpGrade RC for the fantastic matching decals.

Frank's complete 22 2.0 kit with the optional Cab Forward Body. This is a great tuning option for the 22 2.0 buggy that will increase front end grip on higher traction surfaces where the team has found they prefer more steering.

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