Upgraded Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL RC Truck - AMain Employee Car

AMain employee and R/C enthusiast, Jonah "SENDIT" B, lends his custom Rustler 4X4 VXL for some AMain Hobbies video glory.
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[@shephardoffire3840]

Loved this style of video. Please do more like this

[@joshblamey8486]

Amain absolutely love the detail in all your videos keep it up

[@jakethole]

Great Video do more of these showcase employees rigs. I like it Aaa Lot!

[@everythingyouneedtoknow5793]

Amazing customer service, friendly love buying from amain.

[@bigdaddyd82vapes92]

My FAVORITE BMX movie of ALL time!!! RAD📺 Totally 80's baby

[@RCsBigAir]

#MeToo!

[@mikewiley1007]

Me too

[@eddyrejserbil4229]

Thanks pal really helpful!

[@BDcumminsdiesel]

I want to see some of your personal rigs Brett this is so cool to see employees rigs

[@rctrucks2094]

At this time I work just to buy the dang things lol

[@tomandrews5392]

I like the idea of the belted tires....great content guys. Jonah I hope you fill better.... probably to much sun for Jonah..lol

[@bmc_rc6212]

Great video! Sweet car, Jonah!

[@redbanditracing]

Love watching these videos, we fully loaded our Rustlers.

[@tlfbshti364]

This is an AWESOME video idea!! Let's see some more employee rides, maybe something more tricked out?? Tbh anything to get more Brett....

[@fcsthememe7987]

Check out mine ;)

[@roynorthcutt830]

Definitely love my 4x4 rustler vxl. And yes way to hot I'm in Redding. Today sopost to be cool in the 80s definitely going to bash today. Have a great day. Awesome video. Always helpful

[@gabrielgonsoulin9671]

sounds about the same as south louisiana. thats why i put a hobbywing 1/8 system in mine.

[@Dakindbrew]

really Jonah sick? pssshhh unreal!! lol stellar movie guyz!!

[@robertwren2289]

I have that same truck, and I just bought my granddaughter the pink one for Christmas. Waiting for snow so we can use the paddle tires.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

Amain Hobbies is my Favorite place to get Rc parts vehicles and accessories. Just got some cone washers for RC10T. And soon going to Purchase This Ruster 4x4 vxl

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

Traxxas Servo, my TRX-4 Bronco Servo, lasted less than two hours! Went with a Savox 1258TG! Holy Hannah, awesome Scale Trail running Servo!!! Not so much for serious rock crawling!!!

[@craigconley2529]

Great content!

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

Thanks for sharing!!! 😎

[@mjuratich1]

Enjoyed the vid. Tekno front and rear drive shafts are a nice upgrade also

[@65BAJA]

They say not to run them with the RPM arms though. I'm torn. Do I get the Tekno axles and stick with the Traxxas arms or get the RPM arms and the Traxxas upgraded axles?

[@thornmatthew8395]

65BAJA why is that I wonder. I have the RPM arms they are pretty much a carbon copy

[@mjuratich1]

I have rpm arms with tekno shafts

[@viperbite3086]

65BAJA it’s not smart to get the rmp arms and stock drive shafts. Too much flex

[@poppysrcandmodels]

That is just too cool!👍😎👍

[@BillysRC]

There actually really rad

[@SnarkyRC]

Nice one. I'd ditch the rest of those Traxxas electronics but, that's just me. It would be cool if they released a 4x4 Bandit.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Haha, awesome. It would look sick with these Trencher HP tires on it. -Brett

[@tomv3361]

Bandit is meant to be the cheapest (and shittiest) vehicle, so why make it 4x4.

[@tomv3361]

@Lockdown spinning I did.

[@OliverJames69]

Tomáš Varga they also make it in VXL form making it one of Traxxas’ fastest vehicles

[@OliverJames69]

That would be pretty cool but would it really be a bandit if it was 4x4?

[@99thpeanut59]

These videos are hilarious

[@liltimmy7423]

Luvvvv those tires

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

AWESOMENESS!!! 😎

[@liamsrcs8622]

Good video

[@oscar_rc_basher7038]

Good video 👌🤘👍

[@pat873]

Pretty snazzy

[@troyflanagan173]

Always nice videos Brett

[@soldostrich8641]

I have the red version. Its a great car.

[@alcalafamily.3214]

Thank you for the video. It’s great to see what others are doing. Very helpful and informative. What’s the best gearing for speed and acceleration for skate parks and off road. What’s the best motor/Esc combo to make this a 6s comparable. Can any rustler do the self correcting flip over?

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

♡ the L.C.G. Chassis!!! 😎

[@xandersons]

hold set for 4 secs, thanx for this info!

[@nsbob70]

hmm you'd think with the bigger tires on it, you'd get at least 1-2-maybe 3 more MPH out of it than the stockers. I also liked he put some sort of protection on his shocks. Lately, for idunno what reason, companies are starting to do away with the shock boots, which I thought was the greatest thing since sliced bread for shock shaft protection from dirt dust and grime. Dunno why they're taking those away. What did he use on his? seems to cover the entire shock. When you said, "Jonah called in sick today, so, yeeeaahh..." I thought the next sentence would be, "So he'll miss us doing speed runs with his truck!" lol Great video as usual!

[@FenrirFire18]

Nice 💪😎👍

[@jpbonnelly6645]

Great video! New subscriber as a result! However, I would not recommend the Trenchers for the Rustler 4x4 VXL. Makes it just too flippy. If you are a speed freak, no go. Love the tires, just not on this rig.

[@Marcodurango22]

I love my SledgeHummer tires woth my 3 s Traxxas 6400 lipo and i will do this test soon...

[@talonvaughn6175]

I have one, was thinking about getting a matching e Revo. But they look really weak with the joints and stuff. I wish they made a 8th scale rustler.

[@drjavogel]

Great video Brett. I am a bit concerned about you guys torturing those poor little servos though. Basher carnage!

[@imserious2187]

That pinion woke that thing up

[@br1ann88]

I like his nickname! “Sendit” lol

[@AMain_Hobbies]

SEND IT!

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

53 M.P.H. is awesome!!!

[@robconnett1794]

I will never stop watching your vids man. Been watching for years and never disappointed brother. Sitting at 27 traxxas rc s and still upgrading and unleashing. Would love some a main stickers or swag. I'd be proud to represent you at my track. Much love for knowledge and helpfulness in every video you do. One quick question... The Haas. Do I or don't I??? I seen the pros and cons. Just had a baby girl. I wish I could afford a hass. You know what I would like for christmas. Would you mind telling my fiancee?? Ha... I wish. Nm just wanted to thank u for every minute I spend helping the public. Please dont stop man

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Congrats on the baby girl Rob! And Thanks for watching! Sounds like you're a long time R/C with a lot of cars and experience, so it's great you still find the videos worth watching. For the Hoss, I don't know man. Depends on what you have already. If you already have a Maxx or X-Maxx, I'm not sure the Hoss will satisfy your sweet tooth. But it all comes down to personal preference. Shoot me an email and we'll send you out some AMain decals! My email is: [e-mail] -Brett

[@rctrucks2094]

@@AMain_Hobbies How can I get Amain decals I have Hobbytown decals (Which is partnered with Amain apparently) on my Revo's body I would love amain ones for my Maxx

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@rctrucks2094 Shoot me an email [e-mail] Put stickers or youtube in the title so i see it! -Brett

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

27MPH to 41MPH I ♡Traxxas!!! This Chassis is capable of running 71MPH with balanced Traxxas S.C. Truck Tires!!!...

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

8:55 THE ONLY WAY TO FLY!!!!! 😆

[@williamkeeling7666]

The traxxas servos hav a fuse in them and it pops if you take a strand og wirn and solder it in place of the fuze it will fix the problem how i fixed my e revo 2.0 there is a video of it some ware on KZbin

[@clintwoollacott3422]

i love my Rustler you can change out the wheely bar from a bigger truck and i only have 2 S lipos and the high speed gearing from the box .... its fast enough

[@fcsthememe7987]

Why didn't you show the self righting with those bigger tires?

[@rcglenn3764]

Very nice. Not sure about the cover

[@tomtracks3007]

LOL! OMG dislike, unsub!! 😂😂👍👍🙏🍻You rock Brett! Have a great day buddy! 👊🔥💯.....Jonah calling in sick, hahaha! I thoroughly enjoyed this!! Best video released to date, hands down, keep that humor rolling and I'll be watching baby!!

[@mtbmonkey]

I want one!

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

8:35 = 2S, WHAT? !?! 3S for this little black Duck!!! We're needing to break some Parts!!! 😈

[@austint.1062]

I'm looking to buy some trencher 2.8 for my rustler vxl 4x4. With the tire being bigger what size of pinion gear would you recommend? Thank you! I love the channel! Much love from Utah ✌🏻

[@proracing9672]

Can you guys make a video about the traxxas rustler

[@nj2033]

Getting the back of the body off is easy... The front... Not so much! Haha

[@curtpemrick5516]

Yea ,then back on...PITA!!

[@honda116969]

What's BETTER the VXL3S & 3500 combo vs 🏰 1410 with Mamba max pro? 🤔 i really like the stock system. Most of my trucks have the original 2 pole💈 motor b4 they changed to the 4💈

[@jub856]

If you plan to seriously bash the Rustler 4x4, I’d strongly recommend the aluminum shock caps. Otherwise be prepared to rebuild your plastic ones after each hard bash run.

[@jasonhaynes8621]

How are you at 41mph on 3s with stock? I hit 55mph stock on 3S. Only thing I changed was tires to Duratrax C2 six pack ST

[@LandenDenham]

There should be employee rc car parking at the a main hobbies warehouse

[@justaregularguyontwowheels1644]

That looks a like lot a slash 4x4

[@douglaselliott8298]

What about the size difference of the Pro-Line belted Trencher tires and the added 'load' subsequently being placed on the motor? Should you gear down if planning more than speed runs on hard flat surfaces? Burning out one's motor can be such a drag.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes, good point; gearing down may be necessary for general driving using the larger Trencher HP tires. You'd have to pay attention to the temps. On a really hot day, definitely necessary. On a colder day, maybe not so much. -Brett

[@Wmacrum]

I have a stamped 2wd vxl should I upgrade it to this truck or the hoss

[@jamesdunning7600]

I got the red one also but it’s not the vxl it’s actually the first one that came out which is the xl-5 4x4 traxxas rustler

[@TheTechBuyersGuru]

Those belted tires won't help increase your speed. They'll just make the truck more stable. In fact, they might slow it down due to higher weight and the fact that they don't expand, which effectively increases the final gear ratio.

[@fromfin90]

well, hello one week later, you can drive faster before your wheels balloon to oblivion, so thats how they allow for higher wheel speeds

[@windlockatc]

I'd love to get some of those shock can vers for my Rustler, but cannot find them on the site.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

They're part of the chassis shroud package: www.amainhobbies.com/dusty-motors-traxxas-stampede-4x4-rustler-4x4-telluride-protection-cover-blue-dty-trx0062/p944476 The shock covers are only in black though, but the chassis shroud is available in four different colors as you'll see in the link. -Brett

[@windlockatc]

@@AMain_Hobbies thank you so much! You guys are awesome

[@McFly_FPV]

Slide the front out ahah yeah right 😁

[@brianwilliams4082]

I have your Rustler.where did you buy that mess zipper cover.I go in sand a lot in Nevada.

[@jeepontop]

It sounds like it was on training mode ?

[@BingBangBrine]

i got a new traxxas and i need to fix my slipper clutch its so annoying to fix it you have to keep taking apart the whole car btw i have a stampede 4x4 vxl

[@fergie_fg482]

I have the same gearing and tires. I have fans on the motor and esc and the esc is overheating do u have any idea. Gears are a 17t pin with 54t spur

[@BlvlWmpower]

"Oh my god...DISLIKE DISLIKE". Lmao. I like Amain.

[@RobertNES816]

How's mine doing 40 mph with a 12 tooth pinion and 9.6 volt battery?

[@SilverGearRC02]

I love the mispronunciations!

[@skagerstrom]

Traxxas should really sell their cars as kits :P Great cars - crappy electrics :P

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That would be great. They have recently released the TRX4 in kit form, as well as the Stampede 4X4, but nothing else. www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-stampede-4x4-1-10-rtr-4wd-monster-truck-kit-tra67010-4/p945388 -Brett

[@roadhog29389]

Could one take the front and rear of a slash 4x4 and bolt it onto the rustler 4x4 chassis or is there a too much difference within those sections? I know the centre shaft would need changing and a LCG would be an easier swap than a HCG.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That probably won't work without some custom fabrication. The Rustler 4X4 is a new platform, not the same as the Slash 4X4. -Brett

[@the-drifter-4242]

1:42 'Red'

[@GrumpyOldManRC]

You're worrying me. You don't seem to be having as much fun as you should. Are you getting enough fiber in your diet. Feeling bound up, maybe? Great video any way. Always look forward to them.

[@guycarpenter8838]

I have the same one

[@davidmiller7065]

Looking to buy one of these for my wife.. She started with a brushed 4wd and is ready to upgrade... Really like some oof the upgrades... Would love to find out if those wheels are available for the Sledge and the Hoss

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hey David. Here's what Pro-Line offers for the Trenchers in your size: www.amainhobbies.com/search?s=3.8+trencher The first listing are the "HP" version which means they are belted and very stiff with little give. Great for high rpm, speed run type of driving, or if you are having tire ballooning issues. They are big tires, sized for the Sledge but not Hoss. The 2nd listing are the normal "LP" tires and I believe they are a little smaller than the Sledge tire but they'll fit. I believe they'll fit the Hoss too, although we haven't tried it. The last tires are the "MX38" and they're similar to the last tire, but bigger and most ideal for your Sledge. Hope this helps! -Brett

[@davidmiller7065]

Thanks for the quick response. You are the 1st shop to get back to me about putting aftermarket parts on these 2 trucks . Everyone else will only talk to me about manufacturer specific parts.... 👍

[@edgiestofcars]

It’s pretty much a 1/10 E Revo 2.0

[@johnmiller4553]

🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@Tman-lq9mx]

I have the red white and blue version and I have the pink version

[@anotherstar8125]

the dampers have a cover... is that custom or aftermarket?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

They are part of the chassis shroud package from Dusty Motors. This is it: www.amainhobbies.com/dusty-motors-traxxas-stampede-4x4-rustler-4x4-telluride-protection-cover-black-dty-trx0061/p944475 -Brett

[@FatherandSonHavingFun]

It might but it won't make hardly any difference. I've had mine off since last true up.

[@Tac92480]

Did he change the pinion gear to accommodate for the larger tires?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, I don't think he did. But he'd have to once the summer heat warmed up. At the time of this video the heat hadn't picked up yet. -Brett

[@michaelisler9920]

Question for you Brett - So I have a Rustler 4x4 VXL with Pro Line Badlands MX28 wheels/tires, a stock 4tec 2.0 VXL with Ford GT body, and a stock Slash 4x4 Ultimate. I was originally thinking of selling the 4tec and Rustler to buy a 1/10 Maxx, or sell just the 4tec and get a TRX4 sport. So I'd either have the Slash and Maxx, or Slash, Rustler, and TRX4 sport... What would you do? I feel like I'm leaning towards selling just the 4tec and getting a TRX4 sport, not sure if I'll be super into trailing/ crawling but figured maybe it's worth a try? I love off road stuff so I feel like I'd enjoy it. What are your thoughts on the TRX4 sport and just trailing/ crawling in general, and first getting into it? I feel like that's the direction I'm leaning towards because I feel like while the Maxx looks epic, seems like the Rustler 4x4 VXL I already have has a lot of the same features and speed capability. If the Maxx is game changing or something I'd probably go that direction but for now thinking of giving the TRX4 a shot. I'd love to hear your thoughts! I live in WI by the way, Milwaukee suburbs so decent amount of parks, e.t.c around. Thanks Brett have a great day and keep up the awesome work buddy

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I guess it depends on what type of driving you enjoy doing the most. Like you said, you may have some overlap in vehicle capabilities, and the Maxx may not offer much of what your Rustler 4X4 can't do; perhaps in fact, your Rustler may offer more high speed performance, where the Maxx falls short. We had a blast with our Maxx, but it sits high and pops a lot of wheelies, especially when you don't want it to. If it was me, I'd ditch the Slash and keep the Rustler 4X4, keep the 4-Tec (I need to hit the pavement full steam sometimes) and get the crawler. Crawling is slow, thought out and gets you on some fun adventures. And, it's super easy for new people to get the hang of it without breaking your truck, if you want to bring someone alone. I know the Slash is fun, but the Rustler jumps better, has self-righting and since it's wider, flips over WAY less. But these are my preferences and your results may very. But I like having a vehicle for all the categories; off-road, on-road and crawling. Kind of keeps you covered for whatever comes up. Hope this gives you some good things to think about! And regardless of what happens, you have some nice R/C cars dude! Have fun. -Brett

[@michaelisler9920]

@@AMain_Hobbies thanks Brett!! Appreciate your thoughts, yeah maybe I will have to try crawling then. I'd love to see some of your RC collection on the channel like this video!

[@liltimmy7423]

Im ahave to get some

[@gzaonas]

would you recommend any gearing changes for these tires on that setup ?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It depends on what your outdoor temperatures are like. Next time you drive, check the temperature of the motor with your finger. If you can leave your finger on the motor for a few seconds without burning, temperatures are ok. If the motor is too hot, you'll feel it. Just be careful not to burn yourself. -Brett

[@curtpemrick5516]

@@AMain_Hobbies lol, that's awesome.

[@dylanchadderton1]

If i switch my receiver and radio out for my Futaba 7PX will i lose the self-righting feature or is there a way to program that back into the radio?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

You lose it. The features requires a TSM enabled Traxxas Rx. Did you buy one of these? -Brett

[@dylanchadderton1]

@@AMain_Hobbies i did Brett

[@michaelfinley2189]

Wait so you should keep the dust cloth on when it's hot?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No the opposite. You want to let the heat from the electronics escape out of the chassis to keep them cool, otherwise you might overheat them. -Brett

[@michaelfinley2189]

@@AMain_Hobbies ohh ok thanks

[@fredsansoucie644]

I wonder why he used a GPS speed tracker other that the telemetry options from traxxas?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

We already own the GPS Speed Meter. We've never used the app for extra data but that would be a great thing to try. -Brett

[@fredsansoucie644]

@@AMain_Hobbies Good point. If you already have it, might as well use it 🤷‍♂️

[@spedracer55]

meanwhile me usinge a 120c graphene right off the bat

[@fanfan423]

I have this car and bought these tires. I was looking for more ground clearance and but like jumping a lot. I what to try to maintain near stock gearing. I bought a 10t but the motor doesn't seem to adjust to get it closer to the ring gear. Any suggestions on gearing or other upgrades with this combination?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hmm, not sure. Have you changed the insert in the motor plate. Those need to be changed to correspond to the pinion gear size so the gear mesh is set correctly. It's part number 6790. Here's a picture of it: traxxas.com/products/parts/6790 -Brett

[@andresvillagomez75]

fanfan423 do you feel like the stock servo is a bit slower with the bigger tires??

[@andresvillagomez75]

AMain Hobbies what servo do you recommend for the sledgehammer tires. They are heavier and my stock servo is having trouble turning those wheels. I don’t want another traxxas servos

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@andresvillagomez75 Normally I'd recommend this WP120T. It has a lot of torque and it's still waterproof but it's out of stock right now. www.amainhobbies.com/ecopower-wp120t-coreless-waterproof-high-torque-metal-gear-digital-servo-ecp-120t/p734714 This WP110T is also waterproof, but not as much torque, but it is in stock: www.amainhobbies.com/ecopower-wp110t-cored-waterproof-high-torque-metal-gear-digital-servo-ecp-110t/p734713 -Brett

[@andresvillagomez75]

AMain Hobbies I heard the metal gear is plastic so it strips very easily is this true?

[@talonvaughn6175]

Are aluminum arms a bad idea? My shop has some ( I think they are called ) Ultra. They are fairly inexpensive.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Generally aluminum arms look great, especially if they are colored, but in a hard crash they might bend and be no good. If a plastic arm breaks in a crash, they're pretty inexpensive to replace, usually aluminum is not, but if the price is right, maybe give them a go. -Brett

[@talonvaughn6175]

@@AMain_Hobbies I might go aluminum with my 8th scale street buggy wheels for speed runs.

[@YY15UPC]

they shift crash damage to more expensive and harder to replace parts. really don't recommend them for anything

[@gdogbb7483]

Shafts gonna get creamed

[@mattanders7617]

What is the link to the LiPo connector video?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

This one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/f32omGd5m9KobpY I'm not sure what video you're referring to, sorry. -Brett

[@npccaleb]

should i change the gearing my mine or should leave it stock

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's up to you. Just be careful not to gear too high or excessive temps could cause the ESC and/or motor to fail. -Brett

[@smashrc8481]

I want to see what Brett owns

[@billlangdoc913]

I thought about putting 2.8 trenchers on my rustler 4x4 as well to increase ground clearance a little bit to assist in keeping the chassis from hitting so much. What’s your opinion on how the 2.8’s handle compared to the standard 2.2 tires?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Straight line stability was very high. They are heavier so a more powerful servo than the stock 2075 is recommended. But they worked good and looked great. You should give them a try especially if you have other rigs you can use them on. The included interchangeable hex options are wide and narrow to fit most rides with a 12mm hex. -Brett

[@JMOSORT]

"Trolling" 🤓

[@troyflanagan173]

How Expensive are your upgrades like Aluminium shocks Aluminium front bumpers front and back plus New Motors and Battery 11.1 WITH a 4000kv or 38000kv Motors with speed Controller

[@AMain_Hobbies]

The truck is still newer so there are not too many aluminum upgrades at this point, but here are the Aluminum upgrades for the Rustler 4X4: www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-rustler-4x4-parts/c12909?s=aluminum&fb=23 -Brett