Traxxas Slash

Some cheap models don’t last very long. You’ll eventually realize why they were sold at such low costs after some time. There’s certainly one exception, and it’s called the Traxxas Slash. This is a well-built machine that can perform just as well, or even better than all the other similar products sold in the market. As for the batteries, you’ll see a foam spacer in the box. This is to protect the batteries located at the compartment on the chassis. If you want more traction, just place the battery toward the rear of the compartment while the spacer is placed in front. If you need more control with your steering, simply slide the battery toward the front and place the spacer behind. It’s all up to you actually.

Of course, you also need to look at the wheels and tires of the truck. These are needed for stock-spec racing. Because of the conditions it’ll be exposed to, the rubber is designed to work well and last long. If you want to add more personality to your car, there is an accessory called the red-bead wheel. Don’t worry about scratches showing because the color is molded-in. Take a look at the body because you can top this with a Pro-Line Hardcore body. It fits seamlessly and it also includes window masks and decals.

In the end, your whole experience with the Traxxas Slash will be unbelievable and amazing. You’ll feel your adrenaline pumping in every race. If popularity is an indication to how good a product is, know that more and more people have become fanatics of the Slash.

The Traxxas Slash is a well-planned machine that can outperform all the other electric race cars out in the market. It comes with a foam spacer for the batteries that is located at the battery compartment on the chassis. If you’re in need of some more traction, you can place the battery toward the rear of the compartment while the spacer is in front. If, however, you need more steering, just slide the battery toward the front and place the spacer behind the pack. Most players prefer putting the battery toward the rear.

The wheels and tires are also mandatory for stock-spec racing. The rubber works well in different conditions. They also offer excellent tread wear. You can also add an accessory such as the red-bead wheel if you want to enhance the look of your truck. Don’t worry about scratches because the color is molded-in. As for the body, you can top it off with a Pro-Line Hardcore body. It fits perfectly and it includes window masks and decals. Traxxas also offers a variety of styles for the body.

In the end, racing with the Traxxas Slash is an unbelievable experience. It’s fun and filled with adrenaline. If you looked all over the US and scrounged around the racing circuits, Slash racing has single-handedly changed the trend. These cool trucks are fun and sturdy. People of all ages can take part in the fun. Plus, it’s affordable and unique. You’ll enjoy building and putting all the parts and accessories together.

When it comes to the electric racing circuit, there are many battery options available for you. The most common cells used are the NiMH batteries. These are very popular because they’re affordable, durable, and most importantly, reliable. They are not prone to internal damage and can be charged with most battery chargers available out in the market. When compared to the others, these are relatively inexpensive. Now, another kind of battery has become popular, and it’s called the Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) battery. They are capable of doing more, have a higher voltage, and come with a flat discharge curve. These are a little more expensive.

The Traxxas Slash comes built with Low Voltage Detection circuitry. This is perfect for the LiPo pack because it saves on voltage and tells you when it’s time to add more power to it. If you stay on course, the speed control shuts power down automatically to protect your battery. During a race, a Traxxas Power Cell Series 7-cell battery is perfect because it gives you more voltage than a 2S LiPo while the additional weight of the NiMH pack helps stabilize the truck and keep it firmly planted on solid ground.

If you want insane power, the 3S LiPo setup goes as high as 11.1 voltages of power. This gives you consistency and control during your run. The Slash is able to maximize the battery’s power while it doesn’t sacrifice the machine’s performance. Get the truck now and begin one of the many amazing races you’ll have in your life.

Gain control on your car’s speed and performance by enhancing the parts that your Traxxas Slash came with. You can replace the stock plastic steering bell crank unit with the aluminum version. You will see a big improvement on the steering control and durability. You will also be able to pivot freely on sealed ball bearings.

You also have to consider the kind of races you enter. For those who are highly involved in stock-spec racing, the factory Titan 12T motor is the most ideal. You can fully rely on this brand as it offers excellent speed. However, for open-class racing, you need something with a higher power capability. The best one in the market is called the Traxxas Velineon. This is the best out there when it comes to speed, power, and of course, reliability. The Velineon provides you with plenty of power for clearing the biggest jump sets and ripping down straight paths at daredevil speeds. The best thing about the Velineon is the virtual maintenance-free operation of the brushless motor. The said motor is fully protected with a casing so that no brush wears it out.

Brushless motors are better at handling stock gear ratios. You can also replace the plastic output yokes with hardened steel output yokes so that you Slash can better handle the increased power of the Velineon brushless system. You’ll see that the yokes can operate smoothly and are made from steel of good quality. The goal is to put an armor that fully protects your new toys while it doesn’t sacrifice performance.

Just like people, you want your Slash to have a personality of its own. The best part is, the toy won’t cost you much. As with any popular stock class of racing, you may want to eventually get into open-class racing. You won’t be disappointed because the Slash performs superbly at high speeds as it was designed to handle the rigors of modified off-road racing.

You simply need the proper setup and accessories to see what your truck is truly capable of doing. You’ll definitely have fun because there are accessories that improve performance and durability. For your basic instructions, you can simply refer to the stock setup guide. But if you want to build the ultimate Super-Slash, there are other things you must know about.

One of the first things you can look into is the upgrade of parts. The Traxxas aluminum Big Bore shocks add to the smooth action and long performance. These are coated with Teflon so that it can withstand the excessive wear and tear in every race. Plus, the shock shafts are coated as well to ensure that you get your money’s worth. You can also replace the steering links with lightweight aluminum links so that you decrease the weight of your truck while enhancing performance. The links are also available in red. You can adjust them easily and make changes whenever you want.

You can also make improvements on the suspension by adding aluminum caster blocks, steering blocks and rear hub carriers. These not only make your Slash look so much better, but you now have a car that can withstand just about anything.

Setting up your Traxxas Slash can be an awesome experience. You will get to know your truck more if you know where each piece goes. You even have to consider the car’s camber. This basically defines the angle at which the tops of the front and rear tires are leaned in from a perpendicular setting. When it leans inward, this is set at negative. But when the tops of the tires are leaned outward, this is called a positive. When it comes to usability, the negative camber is more common. For off-road racing, you need to tune in your negative cambers so that you can adjust the tire’s contact patch in relation to the ground. There are angles you can follow, and all you need to do is take a look at the instruction manual to see which one you need.

As for the differential found inside the Slash, you’ll see that it is a planetary gear-type differential which isn’t sealed by anything. Nonetheless, you can still make adjustments to it should you choose to. To change the action of the differentials, you will need to use a lube. You don’t need to use much. In fact, a small amount can yield effective changes and improvements. Before putting in the new lube, you must remove factory grease with a rug. You can experiment by trying on different amounts of 300K fluid to get to the outcome you most want. After some time, you will get to know your truck better. Once you see what you need to prepare, you can be on your way to the best racing experience of your life.

You open the box of your new Traxxas and can’t wait to set it up. But know that proper alignment should be made to make the most out of the truck’s performance. If you feel that something is wrong and that the truck doesn’t run the way it should, you can usually look at the camber and toe settings. As you adjust the chassis and line them accordingly, always take note that it’s most important that the left and right sides are set and adjusted the same way.

When you look at the toe angle on the slash, no adjustments have to be made to it. It’s already been adjusted in the factory and the manufacturers have built it into the rear suspension design. You can make adjustments, however, with the front toe angle by changing the length of the steering links. A zero would mean that both the left and right side tires are pointing perfectly straight ahead

The base setup for shock position up front is the inner hole. This kind of setup offers enough down travel that have bumps and jumps along the way. If the road is smooth and there aren’t much jumps to be made, move the shock positions out one hole so that the ride will be much better by reducing body roll and enhancing agility. But on a bumpy road, a lack of down travel will cause the chassis to bounce and upset overall handling. Therefore, for your Traxxas slash to perform at its finest, make sure that you are careful during the setup.

You can also set different positions for your shocks on the new Traxxas Slash. There are basically two positions that you can find on each front suspension. Plus, there are five other possible positions on each rear suspension arm. If you move the shocks outward, you decrease the leverage to compress the shock. This feels as if you’re driving a truck with a much stiffer suspension. On the other hand, if you move them inward, the opposite is achieved.

You need to consider how you change the shock’s angle as you move them in or out on the arms. Everything changes with every movement, including their spring and damping rates. The more vertical the position, the less the spring and damping rates will change from full extension to full compression. The more horizontal they are, the greater the rates change. When the shock is compressed, the spring and damping rates also increase.

Basically, where you put the shock on the arm affects the overall down travel of your truck. You can only reduce it by moving the lower shock mount further away from the chassis. You need to get the right amount of down travel before anything else. It is only after can you determine the right damping rate. Remember that if you change shock position to alter down travel, then the damping and spring rate will also change, according to which direction the shocks are moved. If you’re base setup for shock position up front is the inner hole, you can travel to absorb bumps and jumps much better.

The preload that you need for your new Traxxas Slash will depend on the transition and weight transfer you require. You also need to consider the type of battery pack you’ll be using. The heavier the battery pack, the more preload clips you’ll be required. You need to achieve the same height ride for your truck.

As you set the truck to its proper height, you should be able to drive it immediately. Otherwise, there’s a mistake somewhere in the installation. After you install the battery and mount the body, you’re basically good to go. To move, just pump the front and rear suspension using your hand. You may have to do this a few times before you can finally let go. Also take note where the chassis settles. You know that you’ve made a good base setup when the rear drive is set a little below the level and with the front suspension arms set at surface level. This means that the rear stance is slightly lower. Turning on corners can be smoother when you assemble the truck this way because the weight transfer will be evenly distributed.

On the other hand, you can do the opposite and drop the front end slightly as you raise the rear. This works perfectly for more aggressive turns. You also give yourself more power on your grip by maintaining more of the truck’s weight directly on the rear whenever you accelerate or add more speed. What you do is all up to you, but whatever it is, you’ll love the Slash!

You have to think about how you’ll set up your Traxxas in order to maximize your new toy’s speed and performance. First off, the preload that you’ll need for your new Traxxas Slash will depend on the kind of transition and weight transfer you will want. Also think about the type of battery pack you’ll use for it. The heavier the battery pack, the more preload clips you’ll need because you have to achieve the same height ride for your truck.

As you set the truck and assemble it to its proper height, you should be able to drive it immediately. Moreover, after you install the battery and mount the body, you’re essentially good to go. To start moving, just pump the front and rear suspension using your hand. You may have to do this a few times before letting go while you take note where the chassis settles. There are several choices for a good base setup. When the rear drive is set a little below the level and with the front suspension arms set at surface level, this puts the rear stance lower. Thus, you can turn corners smoother because the weight transfer will be evenly distributed.

You can opt for the opposite as you drop the front end slightly and raise the rear. This works ideally for those who want more aggressive turns. You also give yourself more control on your grip by keeping more of the truck’s weight directly on the rear whenever you accelerate or add more speed. However you set it up, you’ll love the Slash!