I think you nailed a few things for sure. You need to cover the rear of the transmission with something, like the bumper mount or a rear bumper. The shock caps, rpm front bumper, and the 4x4 bell cranks are a great choice as well. Glad you mentioned the trimming of the chassis. I love my Rustler and other Traxxas 2wd's as well.
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
I missed one critical thing, the hubs have bushings instead of beating (at least the xl5 model). That is something that will wear down over time. Thanks for the comment and support Carlos!
@antisolcial
8 ай бұрын
I make my own body clips with paper clips.
@eekrc
8 ай бұрын
Even paper clips are better than the normal body clips that constantly fall off...thanks for the tip!
@mikewilson164
Ай бұрын
alu cap and c blocks with front/rear bumpers and ur done
@catcancrunch7260
2 жыл бұрын
All good 👍 I've just upgraded mine to a little robotronic 3000kv and bearings in bushings out, lowered it a fraction and stiffened up shocks all round, and was pleased tbh its good for 32 mph gets there fast holds the wheelie much better, and the bearings do make it run smoothly, ok 32mph is never gonna touch my vxl rustler, but it's a huge happy controllable increase on xl5 12t, I must get a wider front bumper you are right it really does need it, thanks for your upload 👍🙏🐈
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
If you drive anything like me then you'll need the rpm bumper...lol. And yes, bearings are a must. Thanks for the comment and support!
@extec101
7 ай бұрын
the rear bumper yes it protect gearbox from direct hits but as its mounted to gearbox it sticks out and get hit earlyer and sending that force eather way to the gearbox.
@eekrc
7 ай бұрын
It has some give to it though, and it definitely provides added protection, it's not super rigid. I would rather have it on than not have it at all, especially when I land on the rear. Thanks for watching!
@extec101
7 ай бұрын
@@eekrc agree that it gives exta protection not going to argue against that, its nice to se we got different thougts about it and still kan agree with eachother.
@thormortenson587
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I was so surprised to see that you only had a few subs, great work keep up the grind
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words...I appreciate the sub and the support!
@kennethhayes8054
8 ай бұрын
I see you have a deal with Amain
@eekrc
8 ай бұрын
I wish I did, but I don't...I don't have enough subscribers for that. I use Amain, Tower Hobbies, eBay, my local hobby store... whoever has the best deals.
@TheKittyClink
2 жыл бұрын
Running the VXL with 3s the thing rips about 65 almost 70 on warmer days.
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
I bet...I'm excited to get a brushless setup. How is it to control at those speeds?
@aendo723
2 жыл бұрын
i found a rustler 2wd VXL in a dumpster at work a year and a half ago. it already has a venilion motor with the matching heat sink area. i run it on 5000 7.4v 2s lipo battery. low speed is fine and once you get it to full throttle or near that it will be extremely stable on most surfaces. if you accelerate too fast you will spin the tires no matter what speed and you’ll probably lose control for a moment. on concrete or other harder surfaces you have to be careful not to turn too quickly. i took a turn way too fast on a basketball field and ended up bashing it against a pole and snapping the chassis in half
@aendo723
2 жыл бұрын
@EEK! RC
@mcmlvi6953
3 ай бұрын
How'd you do the short antenna? I hate how high/long the stock one is.
@lkkenn3200
2 жыл бұрын
Great video man, thank u for the info. I liked and subscribed
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for the support!
@christophermisiano5769
2 жыл бұрын
This was just what i needed to see. Thank You Sir!!!
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the feedback!
@Jim-mp9cd
Жыл бұрын
Great video I have 3 of these cars including the Orange 1 u got n put back tires in the Front also spikey style It helps steering Grip drastically ❤ happy rc
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
I know exactly what you mean...but something is fun about the front slipping and using the throttle to control it. The fronts don't have much grip at all on loose surfaces. Thanks for checking out the video!
@matthewedwards3762
2 жыл бұрын
Bandit with ace hobby wing 60amp 4000kv combo, 31 pinion uncontrollable 75/80+.just ordered gyro. All cheap up grades banana's 😎 3s lipo .have fun same chassis.
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Great chassis to upgrade, the 4wd definitely handles speed upgrades better, but I like the challenge of driving the 2wd fast. It's unpredictable, but that makes it fun too!
@matthewedwards3762
2 жыл бұрын
@@eekrc old school I like it 👍
@ughToxic
2 жыл бұрын
are the those tires best for going as fast as possible
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Depends on what you are trying to do. If you are talking about speed runs on road surfaces then no, you would want to go with a belted tire like hoons, or something like that. For off road speed the stock tires are good but proline makes better tires in my opinion. Wheels and tires can get expensive so I normally keep the stock ones until I wear them down.
@GhostWarGalleon
Жыл бұрын
I noticed the short antenna, did you upgrade the telemetry?
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
I like to use my own radio and receiver on all the cars, I use a flysky gt5. The antenna isn't very long on the receiver, so I normally trim down the antenna tube so it is the length I need.
@GhostWarGalleon
Жыл бұрын
@@eekrc ah, I read. Thank you. I’ll check that out
@bapasrcadventures3619
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. Good video!
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ifrainjimenez8857
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the information 👍😊
@eekrc
6 ай бұрын
No problem! I figured it would help someone. Thanks for watching!
@mulberry8930
2 жыл бұрын
I installed some alum parts for the front end to it from wheeling.
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Is it more controllable now? Does it feel heavier when driving?
@mulberry8930
2 жыл бұрын
@@eekrc nope, just a little will do like bellcrank. Keeps the front from going up easily. I figure more metal is no good.
@travisschwen4727
Жыл бұрын
I have a newer version of the rustler with lights that are stock on it it's a t12 I think I like my lights on the front and I don't drive crazy unless it's a open field or no traffic on my street. I just have a couple if lipo 6200mah 7.4v batteries and a few of the stock batteries with a b6 charger so I van charge all types of batteries. The question I have is, is there any difference from up grading the steering and shocks or should I replace then with the original so I won't have to up grade more parts.?!
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
I would definitely replace the shock caps, not the entire shocks. The caps tend to pop off when you start running it harder and take jumps. The stock steering is good enough unless you bash it harder. I would just drive it a lot and you will eventually figure out what you need to upgrade based on your driving style. Thanks for watching...and have fun with it!
@LH-120
2 жыл бұрын
I got the same car
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Have any upgrades planned?
@LH-120
2 жыл бұрын
@@eekrc yes I do
@vicente8848
2 жыл бұрын
Do i know the gear box cover on the back because i do a lot of wheelies and its starting to get scrached up
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely get that wheelie bar...did you see the new models? They are adding bumpers/lights. The old model is on sale now cheap!
@paullussier9349
Жыл бұрын
Do the pins scratch the body with no washers used?
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
Yes, they do leave some scratches, but not terrible. You can use plastic washers to prevent that, I never do.
@mulberry8930
2 жыл бұрын
I have the same car, problem is that it keeps on wheeling that makes it based to jump. Any suggestions?
@eekrc
2 жыл бұрын
What motor and gearing are you using? 2s lipo?
@mulberry8930
2 жыл бұрын
@@eekrc yep 2s. Don’t know what gearing. I am not that techy anymore.
@sethulaxmishibumon1597
Жыл бұрын
@@mulberry8930 loosen the spur gear a little bit. That should fix your problem.
@flhandster4395
Жыл бұрын
Cool video. I'm gonna take a look at doing a couple of these now. Thank you.
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Months later, gone through probably 25/30 lipo packs, it's still running great...a lot of scratches, but nothing broken! Thanks for the comment!
@flhandster4395
Жыл бұрын
@@eekrc Awesome. Why have you gone through so many Lipo packs?
@eekrc
Жыл бұрын
@@flhandster4395 Meaning battery charges, not new batteries...sorry, I didn't word that properly 😂
@flhandster4395
Жыл бұрын
@@eekrc Ohhhhh, OK. 🤣
@flhandster4395
Жыл бұрын
@@eekrc You mentioned about needing to top off the oil when adding the shock caps. Which oil would I need?
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