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Old 12-31-2009, 08:58 PM
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I dont have time to look through this thread, but, I just got a new Slash..What are the best mods to do? Any suggestions would be appreciated..
Seems to me with that kinda 'tude .... maybe you should get your reading glasses on. I got nothing for ya.
Old 12-31-2009, 10:50 PM
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Amen to that brother sounds like the first upgrade he needs is his patience and socializing skills.
Old 12-31-2009, 11:11 PM
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Nevermind..I forgot that theres nothing but snot nosed punks on this forum...Didnt know I owed anybody anything..What goes around comes around...Im not the one with the " 'tude "... Thanks for nothing F#cks !
Old 01-01-2010, 12:58 AM
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Default RE: The Official Traxxas Slash short-course race truck

I'm not sure why you wouldn't want to read over 2000 post . LOL, I don't blame you but a search of this thread may help but wading through the useless posts would be a chore.

Most people go with RPM parts whenever something breaks. Aluminum shock caps can also be help as many have reported blowing the stock plastic ones. If you want to take is a step further, replace the stock shocks with the Traxxas Big Bore shocks.

If your looking for more power then try the VXL Brushless System or Castle Creations 4600 Sidewinder system. Some prefer to use a Castle ESC (for it's adjustability) and the VXL motor as a combo. You could also step up to 2S lipos for even more power. Some run 3s but it's crazy fast.

P.S. Try not to get so angry. Life is too short to waste energy messing with unhelpful people in a forum. Happy New Year!

Old 01-03-2010, 01:20 AM
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Default RE: The Official Traxxas Slash short-course race truck

What do you guys think would be a better bashing set up, the protrac kit or rpm stuff mixed with some aluminum parts. I would like to race but with my time schedule i only have time to bash with truck in a dirt area. I like the pro line protrac kit but it seems more for racing. So I want to make my truck as tough as possible. Thanks guys
Old 01-03-2010, 09:04 AM
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Most people go with the RPM parts.

Thats the route I will be going when something breaks.............first need to get my take in with spec/stock racing first.
Old 01-03-2010, 01:09 PM
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Quick question...Will the slash wheely easy with a 5000 2 cell lipo with the vxl system?
Old 01-03-2010, 02:05 PM
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My VXL Rustler did so probably cause they are pretty close to the same thing except the chassis.
Old 01-03-2010, 03:01 PM
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Anyone used the pro line epic beadlocks? Are they worth getting for bashing? Do they blow off the rim easily?
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Old 01-03-2010, 04:58 PM
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Haven't tried the beadlocks yet but the Switch tires are really good.
Old 01-03-2010, 10:22 PM
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What bumpers can you use with the Pro line, rear skid plate?
Old 01-04-2010, 09:01 AM
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I think it's supposed to be stock spec as far as size and bolt line up wise so any that fit the stock should fit right?
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Default RE: The Official Traxxas Slash short-course race truck

A couple of things to note... go with alu rear hubs, due to the rpm flexibility I've heard from alot of people that they tend to bend the pin. Also steer clear of the beadlock, they are heavy and if you want to power up to 3s brushless one day they won't take it. Stick with the Split-six one-piece wheels, you can even get them premounted to all of prolines variety of short course truck tires.
Old 01-04-2010, 06:05 PM
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So since you mention the split six wheels do you think the proline protrac kit would be worth getting?
Old 01-04-2010, 09:20 PM
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My PE 4x4 <3 Top secret body will be painted in time.. Killer scheme in mind














Old 01-04-2010, 09:46 PM
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Nice 4x4! i want one haha Ok so I ordered some stuff for my slash. I got the flm 17mm adapters and 1/8th buggy badland tires. they are awsome. I will post pics later or tomorrow. I also ordered some other stuff. i got a 36-60 2600kv motor from hobbycity, jato spur and32p pinion, and jato halfshafts to handle the power. All i need it to make the batt trays( gonna run 4s lipo!) and get an esc. this thing is gonne be insane so stay tuned!
Old 01-04-2010, 10:54 PM
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here are the pics! I forgot too add I also ordered an strc red aluminum front shocktower and front rpm arms. they should be here tomorrow[8D]
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Where is your ESC at?

Looks crazy!

NM, I should have read the above post before, lol!

You have an insane slash!
Old 01-05-2010, 01:18 AM
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My PE 4x4 <3 Top secret body will be painted in time.. Killer scheme in mind

(pics removed by HandyRacing to conserve bandwidth)
Hey Ken, come out to Washtenaw RC Raceway and race. Beside the regular classes, we're running Slash Spec, Stock SCT and Open SCT. This past Saturday three 4x4 SCTs showed up and were run with Open SCT, but we expect they will have their own class after one or two more show up to run.

Slash Spec A-Main vid from this past Saturday:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyoeDW1CKBg[/youtube]
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Thanks but no. I dont care much for a 14 hour race day. Id rather go to Larry's and rip it up in practice for a few hours on Sats while running all I want.
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Well looks like I'll be racing my 2wd brushless slash with the 4wd slashes this weekend. They made the class open, anything goes!
I'll try to take the 4wd's out! Haha
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Where is your ESC at?

Looks crazy!

NM, I should have read the above post before, lol!

You have an insane slash!
thanks haha now where near done. My parts didn't. Come in. Maybe tomorrow. I might work in the batt trays later, I will post an update later if I do.
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Thanks but no. I dont care much for a 14 hour race day. Id rather go to Larry's and rip it up in practice for a few hours on Sats while running all I want.
Yeah, 150+ entries and 20 heats of races will get you that. I've heard good things about Larry's and would like to visit some day.
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In addition to all that, Dirt Burners IS BAAAAACK!
http://bannedrc.com/forum3/viewtopic...12363&start=40
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Dam 14 hour race days? What is up with that? My local track isn't anything like that. Also 5 bucks to practice all day long as long as they are not racing. Hard to beat that........unless you know the owner, lol!
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Thanks but no. I dont care much for a 14 hour race day. Id rather go to Larry's and rip it up in practice for a few hours on Sats while running all I want.


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