What should I upgrade on my Traxxas Rustler?

What should I upgrade on my Traxxas Rustler?

Top 10 Best Traxxas Rustler Upgrades

1. Shocks. While the standard shocks that the Traxxas Rustler comes with are effective for normal use, they may not stand up under pressure of intense situations like mudding or bashing.
2. A-Arms.
3. Caster Blocks.
4. Axles.
5. Tires.
6. Steering Blocks.
7. Battery.
8. Engine.

How fast is the Traxxas Rustler brushless?

The Velineon™ Brushless Power System launches Rustler VXL to speeds that reach beyond 70mph while Traxxas Stability Management keeps you in total control.

How can I make my Traxxas Rustler 4×4 faster?

How to Make Your Rustler Go Faster

1. Learn how to add Extreme Velineon Brushless Power.
2. Remove the old motor and Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
3. Installing the new ESC.
4. Plug in the new ESC.
5. Step 4: Remove the original motor.
6. Step 5: Install the new brushless motor.
7. Step 6: Reassemble the truck.
8. Step 6: Finishing up.

What is the fastest Traxxas Rustler?

The Traxxas Rustler is fast but the fastest the company offers is the Traxxas XO-1. Reaching 100 mph, it is the fastest RC car out of the box.

Is the Traxxas Rustler XL 5 brushless?

Brushless-Ready Rustler’s Magnum 272™ transmission is assembled with new all metal gear internals riding on ultra-smooth sealed ball bearings. Combined with the smooth 48-pitch gears, power is delivered quietly to the durable telescoping U-joint driveshafts.

Is the Traxxas Rustler a good car?

The Traxxas Rustler XL-5 is an excellent car that keeps things simple for you as you explore the possibilities of RC racing. An intuitive remote control makes learning easy without sacrificing precision. The car’s durable, waterproof construction ensures that broken parts won’t slow your progress.

How fast does the Rustler 4×4 go?

If you are wanting more speed, the brushless version of the Traxxas Rustler 4×4 includes a 3500kV Velineon motor and can reach speeds of 65 mph with an optional 11.1v LiPo battery and optional speed gearing. This truck is fun in all weather and on any terrain.

Can the XL 5 run a brushless motor?

Nope, the XL5 will only run brushed motors down to 15 turns.

What kind of radio does Traxxas Rustler VXL have?

See the complete lineup of Traxxas iD batteries and chargers available for this model. The Rustler VXL rolls out of the box Ready-To-Race ® with the advanced TQi 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system and powerful Velineon Brushless Power System.

Is there a brushless version of the Rustler 4×4?

You can get the Rustler 4X4 brushless from the start as the VXL version, but since we’re starting with the brushed model, the Velineon VXL-3s brushless power system is going in as an upgrade.

Can a Traxxas be upgraded to a rustler?

You can use the tool kit that comes with the Rustler to install all the parts in this article, but upgrading your tools can be just as important as your vehicle modifications. The Traxxas #8712 tool kit includes premium hex bits and nut drivers to perform upgrades or maintenance on your Traxxas model.

What kind of arms does Traxxas Rustler 4×4 have?

Traxxas formulated this heavy-duty composite for superior strength, even in cold conditions that make other plastics brittle. Black arms are standard on the Rustler 4X4, but as a style mod, we’re swapping them for a set of blue arms (the other options are red, green, orange or white).