Upgrade Your Traxxas Sledge: Vitavon Parts Make It Bulletproof!

"Upgrade Your Traxxas Sledge: Vitavon Parts Make It Bulletproof!"
Hey guys! Following up on the 10 packs video where I shared my thoughts on the Traxxas Sledge-man, I’m absolutely head over heels for this truck! It’s been such a blast running it across the rough terrain I usually hit, and it’s really shown me its true potential.
After some back-and-forth with Arthur and the awesome team at Vitavon Racing, we started brainstorming ways to make the Sledge bulletproof without piling on unnecessary weight or straying too far from the truck’s OEM design. Traxxas’ 6061 metal is fine for light bashing, but if you’re hitting ramps or pushing it hard, it’s just not enough. And since you guys know I love upgrading, we came up with a plan!
In this video, I’ll be walking you through the Vitavon upgrades that Arthur and his crew generously provided to take this truck to the next level. These parts are designed to keep the Sledge tough while maintaining its original character. If you’re looking to push your truck to its limits, you’ll want to check this out!
Parts used were -
VITAVON CNC HD Steel 43/10T Front Rear Diff Gear Spiral Cut Pinion Ring Gear for Sledge - Vitavon front and rear
VITAVON CNC Alu#7075 Main Chassis for Traxxas Sledge
VITAVON CNC Alu#7075 Front & Rear Shock Tower for Traxxas Sledge
VITAVON Rear Carbon Fibrer Front & Rear Suspension Arm Cover For Traxxas Sledge
Here is the Link to the Traxxas Sledge Catalogue - www.vitavon-ra...
What’s Next:
Stay tuned for more in-depth reviews and comparisons as I continue to test the Traxxas Sledge. I’ll be putting it through its paces in various terrains and conditions, so you don’t want to miss it.
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[@Maddmax206]

Great video!!

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Hey max buddy thanks for watching dude Chris :)

[@Doug_Morgan]

I picked up my new Sledge on Tuesday and some goodies for it. It is the belted tire version. Before I even took it outside I changed the steering servo, added a motor fan and temp sensor as well at the bluetooth module, wheelie bars and RPM front bumper. I would like to get the M2C motor mount but for now I will just use the Hot Racing motor mounting washers. Took it out for a rip Wednesday night and it handles great. Sure is a little ripper, I am going to wait for the Hot racing stuff to arrive before adding a 17T machined pinions and machined spur gear so I can get it done together. For now I will just run the stock 13T. I run the same 5200 mah CNHL batteries that you do. With all your M2C stuff yours will be a dream machine.

[@ChriswithaCrc]

That’s awesome, congrats on the new Sledge! Sounds like you’ve already done some killer upgrades - I love that you’re going all out with the steering servo, motor fan, temp sensor, and Bluetooth module before even hitting the track. Those belted tires should handle like a dream too. 🤩 The Hot Racing motor mounting washers should hold you down for now, but once you go M2C with the motor mount, it's a whole different game! It really locks everything in place, especially for those higher gears like your 17T pinion upgrade. I’ve got the same batteries and they’ve been solid for bashing, so you’re set there. Keep me posted once you get that Hot Racing stuff installed - sounds like your Sledge is going to be a real beast! 💪

[@L2theWcarscoffeelife]

Lots of work there I hope it all works out for you good video

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Hey dude , Yep sure is but man this was fun building i really hope all this work pays off now hey . Stay awesome Mr L2theW Chris :)

[@colinmorand129]

Great vid and love the car, seems to be holding up well

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Hey bud , Yeah it is awesome to be fair i genuinely love this truck . Thanks for the kind words also . Hope your well Chris :)

[@NBRC]

Awesome

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Thank you buddy :)

[@MegaDeth859]

Uour videos are kick butt! I'm wanting a Sledge really bad, but I've bought 6 RCs this year and well, the wife 😅. Maybe I'll ask for one for xmas.

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Wow thanks man i sure do appreciate this , Yeah the pain is real brother , Santa always tells whos been naughty or nice . Stay awesome Chris :)

[@RC4us]

great upgrades brother... but in my experience you really need the gear box themselves as the plastic is weak and allows flex and thats what is actually stripping the pot metal gears with these you will get some extra time but i believe its gonna do it still just my experience ive already been down this sledge highway

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Thanks for the insight, brother! 😂 I appreciate the heads-up! It seems like that plastic flex is the sneaky culprit behind those pot metal gears having a meltdown. It’s like they’re auditioning for a part in a horror movie! 🎬🧟‍♂️ If you’ve already taken that Sledge highway, I definitely trust your experience! I might have to gear up and swap out the gearbox down the road to avoid a full-on gear apocalypse! Thanks for watching and sharing your wisdom-let’s hope I can keep this ride on the road longer than a few scary scenes!

[@RC4us]

@@ChriswithaCrc just needs a few key upgrades to make it unstoppable the arms are the toughest I've ever seen almost 18months of hard bashing on the factory arms....

[@alantaylor353]

Great RC mate, but it's no Hobao.! 😉 😉 👍 👍

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Thanks buddy :) But remember not all RCs are Hobao lol ! Stay awesome Chris :)

[@ravioliiking]

Bro Rinne mé é seo agus chuir sé orm coileach pléascadh le háthas hahaha am ag magadh av bhí cúpla guiness dom níos mó cosúil le 15 timpiste gluaisrothar hahaha 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Errrmmmmmmmm !

[@user-ge2qn6gp4o]

I am kind of surprised you didn't do the bulkheads at the same time. Vitavan makes awesome stuff and he's nice to work with.

[@ChriswithaCrc]

Hey buddy , well funny you should say that to be honest with you , watch this space ! Stay awesome 🤩 Chris 🚀👍🤙🤘💪