How do I make my rustler faster?

How do I make my rustler 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.

How fast does the Rustler go?

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

How fast is the Rustler 2wd?

The brushed version of the Traxxas Rustler 2wd comes with a 12 Turn 550 brushed motor and can reach speeds of 35 mph out of the box.

How fast is a Velineon motor?

Already capable of 35+mph, these models will still benefit dramatically from the addition of a brushless system. The Velineon system consists of a new brushless motor and the powerful VXL-3s Electronic Speed Control.

What is the fastest Traxxas Rustler?

70+mph
The agile, 70+mph Rustler VXL takes an adventure at the local park. Fast, fun, and rugged – Rustler VXL hits massive jumps, roosts berms, and blasts down single-track trails. Professional driver on a closed course.

How fast is the Rustler VXL?

Why does my spur gear keeps stripping?

If they are stripped or if the motor mount is broken, the gear mesh will move and the spur gear will strip. If it is too tight, it may result in stripped spur gears. Having the slipper too loose can melt the center of the spur gear.

What size motor is a Velineon?

Can Diameter: 1.42″ (36mm) Can Length: 2.22″ (56.3mm) Total Length Including Shaft: 3.02″ (77mm)

What does a Traxxas Rustler heavy duty kit include?

The kit also includes an overmolded grip and convenient embroidered storage case. Traxxas now offers upgraded Heavy Duty arms for the Rustler, molded in the same super-strong, extra-resilient, composite plastic developed for the E-Revo VXL and Maxx monster truck.

What is the difference between the rustler and Rustler VXL?

For maximum performance, we’ll replace the Rustler’s 16-tooth pinion and 90-tooth spur gear with a 25-tooth pinion and 83-tooth spur gear, as used by the Rustler VXL. The Velineon system will also work just fine with the stock gearing and your Rustler will still go a lot faster, but not quite as fast as it can go with the VXL gearing.

Can you trade in a Traxxas Rustler for a velineon motor?

With the Traxxas Power-Up Program, you can trade in the Rustler’s stock XL-5 speed control and Titan 550 motor for a discount on the Velineon system. You can make the exchange by mail, or at your participating Traxxas dealer—get all the details here.

How fast can a Traxxas Rustler go?

The Traxxas Rustler is the most popular 2WD stadium truck of all time, the go-to machine for all-terrain fun and high-speed performance. Straight out of the box, the Rustler can top 30mph. There’s no shortage of capability and durability engineered into this hot truck, but “stock” is just the beginning for the Rustler.