Check & Adjust RC Slipper Clutch - How-To

[@chevrock22]

"Your not driving this to work, so you dont need it to be reliable." Best RC quote ever!!!!!

[@ellettron3731]

HAHA..Agreed!!

[@mygsrcoupe]

I was about to comment the same. Priceless quotes

[@dhaggard79]

I lol’d when he said that.

[@brucemuniz2100]

It's funny how he says yeah I like to adjust it tight af the other dude says it will break all the gears traxxas says he say yeah it will break all the gears but I get wheelies and throttle response , but i ain't driving it to work

[@christopherreiser1975]

I was about to comment the same

[@arcaderacer586]

i love it when he says... it goes wheeeeeeeee and doesnt go anywhere. that actually helps people understand the actual issues that may have, instead of just showing people how to adjust it.. great videos guys!

[@jose515]

You guys are awesome! I wish my local hobby shops were as enthusiastic and helpful you guys

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks a bunch!😎

[@JaredRappo]

Over 6 months of changing EVERYTHING else it seems through the driveline and watching soooo many videos and you just solved my problem. Thanks so much! I subscribed.

[@dirtrider88]

what was your problem?

[@danventress186]

Thank you guys so much I have a rustler that has just been sat in the garage because when I put throttle on it didn't go anywhere I just got took your advice to tighten it a lot and now it's zooming again Thanks again!!

[@subietech2019]

Best explanation I've seen so far. Good job guys

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks Raul much appreciated!👍

[@don_cruzen4079]

I never thought id learn about my slash 2wd slipper clutch and how to tune it to my liking this quick. You guys made it simple and easy to understand!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks a lot! Happy to help!

[@iceboundsuicide2629]

Im new to the RC hobby and i gotta say you guys have some pretty helpful stuff on here, keep up the good work!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for your comment! :)

[@akibof9427]

Thank you for this video. I just got my Nitro Rustler from a garage sale and thought it was broke. I said ahh well just paid $50.00. Saw your video did what you said and now I am tearing up the asphalt. Lol

[@Rcstreetshop]

Its so cool! Keep it rubber side down :)

[@mikeellsworth26]

Best tutorial I've seen as a new rc owner. Traxxas slash 4x4 ultimate

[@raquaro1]

I just discovered you guys. I am new to the hobby. Old and worn out in everything else. Just thought I would tell you that I am enjoying watching your videos. You are fun and informative! Thanks!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for leaving a comment Robert.

[@shaggyjuggalo2763]

Great video! 👍💯 I tightened down the slipper bolt a bit & now my Traxxas Rustler rips faster than before! Subscribed!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you!

[@DrewsR6]

Being new to RC this video was super helpful

[@tiboooms2327]

THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH MY TRUCK FINALLY WORKS AGAIN. I watched This video and I tried it and my car works again

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for sharing! We're excited for you!

[@mutosanrc1933]

thx guys my car went down yesterday and I thought right away its the motor but when i picked him up, the wheels still turned when pressing gas. I took it apart and found no broken things but now I know that I have to check this as well. This video is by far the best I found.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for your feedback Manuel!

[@mutosanrc1933]

well it seams it was not the cause of the problem and I ripped my diff apart as I probably tightend it to heavy. At least one side of the wheels is blockednow. Might also be because I took everything apart before I tighten it. But not worries, I will take the car to the shop where I bought it. They are very helpfull and I can order the things needed right away :D :D But still the video is very good and helped.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Local Hobby Shop👍👍👍

[@mutosanrc1933]

sure thing I dont like to order from abroad just to save a few bugs. and I always look to use the shops closest to me. Not only for RC stuff. But somethimes you have to go a bit further :-)

[@narayanacooper8571]

I have not only adjusted the Slipper Clutch in my ECX 2WD Ruckus but upgraded pretty much my whole Truck. I upgraded her Transmission with new Metal Gear set & Associated Slipper Pads, upgraded to a Metal Spur & Pinion Gears & applied some Tamiya Cera-Grease & bought a Clear Plastic Trans Cover (that looks 😎 watching the Gears-a-turnin' 👍). A new Metal Slippery Diff (& I opened up my Stock Diff & Locked it with Super Glue as a replacement to try. 😜). I also upgraded my Drive Shafts to a set of Hot Racing HD Shafts (not the Star Shafts, just the thinner round 1's. 1 of the 1st upgrades to do due to the Stock Plastic pos items breaking almost every time you take it out! 😔). I upgraded my Stock ECS & Brushed Motor to a HobbyWing EzRun WP-SC8 & a Leopard Hobby 3800KV Brushless Motor, & added a Motor Heatsink & Fan that I "piggy-back" connected to the ECS Fan wiring, so both fans run together from the same Plug Port. 😘 Upgraded the front Steering & Suspension with mostly HR Alloy kit (some goood bit o' kit, right there, that HR is! 😅) & (Cheap Chinese from Wish)Metal Camber/Caster Adjusters, Front & Rear (went back to Stock Steering Arms due to the Wish 1's I bought being too short. 😕), a HD Steering Servo. HR Rear Hubs. I installed a Light Kit & Roof Light Kit but need new of both from rolling & crashing my Raucous BEAST!! 😂). Oh, I had to install a Traxxas Wheelie Bar & am working out Front Weights to help keep the Front End DOWN so I can have SOME semblence of Control. 😂 I only need a new Dual Battery Charger that "does it all" & a new Battery or few. My Vant 7.4V 30C 4000mAh battery is swelling due to improper storage on my behalf (I beleive?). I had it charged unused the past 6 months due to my upgraded Alloy Bell Housing losing an Allen Screw or 2 & falling apart, breaking stuff, etc... & my being financially strained, unable to get replacement parts. I just worked out a temporary fix using some Stock Parts until I can get a new Bell Housing, & whilst doing the repair job checked my battery & it's-a-balloonin', man! No good. So I'm discharging it completely running the cars' Lights & Fans to dispose of it properly asap. 😅 What would you suggest is a suitable Battery C-Rating for my Setup? I am pretty sure the ballooning is due to improper storage as the Battery hardly heated up under use compared to the Stock Battery & ECS, etc... THAT Battery got HOT! I just want to be sure that I am correct in thinking the Battery WAS ok, & that 'twas my bad storing it charged. Thanks heaps! ☺

[@Rcstreetshop]

The right way to address this is to get telemetry and check your peak load/power. It is going to be different for different setups/vehicles etc,...of course, bigger is better in terms of "C" rating, but to do it right you need to know what your actual load.

[@narayanacooper8571]

@@Rcstreetshop I believe I saw some device on this 'ere inets that you can plug your esc into one side & your motor into the other, & it tells you various infos about the motor's various states of operation? But that may be a bit costly for me atm? Certainly worth my looking further into though. I have an Automotive Multimeter with a Temp Probe & all, but lack the knowledge & experience with 1 to do so, so... 😅

[@jonm2884]

The Penn and Teller of RC with more magic.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you Jon

[@SheDayTrades]

This is an awesome vid and I’m so glad I came across it. I was working on my rustler and did the suggested adjustments. Thanks so much!

[@Rcstreetshop]

You're welcome!Happy bashing on high speeds!👍

[@Cody_Ujhelyi]

OMG I found this video so helpful!!! Me being me I ripped my motor out and was checking all this stuff until I found this video, tysm!.

[@prajusonu1414]

Wow , very well explained , thank you so much , much love from India

[@ronaldlatosinski4066]

I agree with tightening slipper all the way. Because I switched to a brushless setup and kept burning up the spur gear and slipper parts. I tightened the slipper all the way and no longer have that issue. And like he said an $8 gear part much cheaper & easier to fix and replace.

[@robinjansen8522]

Thanks guys, was just modding my Rustler and had to take the clutch off. Now I know what to do next. See you next time 😉

[@Rcstreetshop]

See ya and have FUN with your Rustler!

[@Cooldibs]

I’ve always fully tightened the slipper clutch on all my vehicles haha. I like all the power to go to the wheels

[@Rcstreetshop]

Rock on!

[@dgunzdamcgmb2306]

When you fully tighten the slipper do you back it off the one full turn or just tighten it down and leave it at that?

[@Cooldibs]

DGUNZDAMC GMB I fully tighten it. Don’t man handle it haha. But once you feel resistance, just stop there and you’ll be good.

[@dgunzdamcgmb2306]

@@Cooldibs thanks man gonna give it a shot

[@Alexander-uw7im]

Great vid. Easy to understand for the newbies.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you Alexander.

[@Ace_Man_Gaming]

I had to take the spur gear off yesterday to reach a suspension screw that broke loose. I thought that nut in the middle was to take it off and tried that first, only to find out what it really did in another video. It was a traxxas bandit, and it seemed to be cranked all the way down from the factory, so that's where I put it back. Seems to run okay after putting it back together.

[@maxbernacchi8223]

just got my slash to go again ! thanks guys !

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you for the comment 👍

[@infinite3135]

I’m glad you said it before me, please don’t take this wrong, but for having big hands you sure can work on some tiny parts lol

[@jamesj.]

Got my Rustler at the beginning of the year and learning. Very helpful vids. Thanks.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for your comment James!

[@joeyjackson3117]

very helpful cause thought I stripped my gear I didn't know it was those cheap plastic pads great explanation guys I just bought the hot Racing carbon fiber pads keep it up guys

[@forrestpollock6522]

I like coming in to your store. You guys have been very helpful. Thank you. I'll be buy after this covid 19 thing is over.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you and stay safe there!

[@mrcrowley12002]

oh thanks for this info i was wanting quick take off and cool spinning of the tires lol.i thought i was going to have to try to change gears or something..ill be sure to get a few extra parts if they break

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you and have FUN!

[@johnyinthemachone8209]

I support the roger way!!!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Cool :) we support it too!

[@jasonjantzen]

Super helpful and insightful. Thanks for sharing your RC wisdom!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you for your feedback ,we're happy to help!

[@moldybong1753]

Thank you so much, you just saved me a headache!

[@Rcstreetshop]

We're happy to help Moldy, have Fun!

[@n.j.crawler]

You pointing out the removable plug was a lifesaver. I’ve taken off and reinstalled the whole cover 3x tonight.

[@JulianOlson]

Thank you guys so much! I love RC's so much. Just finished my first kit. I also just fixed my old duratraxx truggie and 2wd traxxas slash. Lol the truggie is missing a spur gear, but I think I have one lying around. What brushless ESC would you guys recommend? I'm trying to convert the trugggie to brushless. I already have a brushless motor... Please get back to me asap. (I subbed)

[@lada_niva_1.7i]

your explaining so good, works for me awesome! thanks man

[@Rick-kb1wv]

Thank you! Helped a lot guys!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Sure, anytime! 👍👍👍

[@benstough5671]

Thanks...this video helped tremendously.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Happy to help!

[@justgrayyy105]

Ahh! So that’s why whenever I would accelerate with my 4x4 slash, it kinda of just sits for a split sec before slowly gaining speed! Because I had replaced the entire Transmission and didn’t adjust it! The problem I suspected but never knew. Thanks!

[@Rcstreetshop]

You're welcome. Instead of adjusting your sleeper, try 3rd differential (it is another Traxxas upgrade)

[@vespworks]

Does the slipper help with braking too? Will it ease off a little on the gears with hard braking? Or does it not matter at all.

[@AddictedRC]

The slipper is designed to help increase traction on low traction surfaces, and reduce the load on the gearbox. If you adjust it too loosely, it can damage the slipper and the spur gear. Adjusting it too tight can cause damage to the gear box/spur. To adjust it properly, place the vehicle on the surface you intend to drive on, and from a dead stop, accelerate hard. The slipper should slip for no more than 2 feet.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Great tip! 😎👍 a good way of setting it

[@thomasdavison7184]

You beat me too it. Thank you. Don't ever torque your damn slipper clutch down... By the way we sell Traxxas transmission parts lol

[@Sleeperknot]

I am a noob, so please excuse me for asking - how do you know how far the slipper slipped?

[@AddictedRC]

@@Sleeperknot - You can hear it when it slips. It has a bit of a high pitch whine. You'll also notice the car launch slowly if its too loose.

[@Sleeperknot]

@@AddictedRC thank you! I just adjusted it the traxxas recommended way while building. Will do this test once I'm able to run the car!

[@Blowloudpack6996]

Thank you seriously needed this

[@Rcstreetshop]

You're very welcome

[@LastBastian]

These guys are great! Good info!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Appreciate your feedback!!

[@catsathome4545]

Thanks for the video. I needed this because I removed the bearing in my Slash which is attached to the slipper, and didn't know how to readjust it when putting it back together.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Anytime 👍 thanks for your comment!

[@devonhernandez3987]

thank you so much this helped very substantially!

[@rojoz1848]

amazing video, thanks!

[@Rcstreetshop]

Glad you liked it!

[@babygorilla31201]

Thanks for your help guys ..

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks, we're happy to help! 👍🏻

[@nunyabusiness3567]

Wish you guys still made more videos

[@diemrcupcake]

Yeah this solved my problem. My clutch actually caught on fire... Getting a new one soon.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Wow, we've never seen RC clutch on fire

[@diemrcupcake]

@@Rcstreetshop i was trying to figure out what happened and i was pulling the throttle for a good 30 seconds then some of the plastic caught fire... My steering servo also died yesterday so im getting all my new parts soon.

[@jsmith282]

Thank you guys that was a big help!!!!!!

[@Rcstreetshop]

We always happy to help!

[@mswcap]

Thank you for your advice, awesome!

[@turboandy10]

on my first RC I melted the spur gear that the entire was gone. I have learned a lot sence then. Im watching this because my cousins have broke a total of 6 front and back diffs and I have not broke one yet and I did not have a lot of info about this

[@Kyosanym]

If I close my eyes while watching this, I can pretend it's Seth Rogan giving the RC lesson. You probably get that a lot.

[@dennism1548]

Great job guys! I have a kyosho nitro buggy and i was wondering how would I adjust the clutch because it does not have a slipper clutch like the traxxas models?

[@tonynooijens]

Not Seth Rogen, but Seth Roger (That voice..awesome)! Cool video guys.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks!

[@Ben-dj1bu]

The guy with glasses 👓 is cool lol

[@iTsYaNgT]

why don’t you guys make video anymore i love it you guys should make more videos

[@stacyjimenez5455]

Thanx for this video it really help me out

[@Rcstreetshop]

Always welcome, we're here to help!

[@peterbennpan7288]

The slipper clutch maintenance kit you can get for the Traxxas Rustler VXL the pads you get with it are made from some kind of material. You can also get the slipper clutch maintenance kit for something like the Stampeed but the pads are made from metal. Will this kit work with the Rustler?

[@2morrowMuggins]

AWESOME INFORMATION!...I have a question hoping you guys can answer. I recently chose to put aluminum slipper pads. After a couple of runs I opened it back up and noticed I had metal shavings every where in my MM/Slipper housing. Turns out that the hubs were grinding into the aluminum pads leaving a circular groove in the pads. Is that normal for aluminum pads?...because the plastic stock pads only had scuff marks that I can easily clean off...the hub didn't cut/dig into the plastic. If it's not normal...what can be the cause of this?

[@ryanoutdoors5985]

Thank you for the help my good sir

[@TheJordanJ]

Favorite new RC quote " you're not driving this thing to work you don't need it that reliable it's just a $3 part"

[@Rcstreetshop]

👍👍👍LOL

[@zZRedVeNoMZz]

Great vid i appriciate this allot thanks guys!!

[@Rcstreetshop]

We're happy to help!

[@Supercars.of.Australia]

Thanks, great help

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for the comment!

[@CmwSpeedrunUk]

Great advice 👌🏽

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you!

[@mixinthebisquic1238]

So can I follow the same principle here tighten it to it's Max capacity then do one full twist to loosen I own a stampede and it was recently repaired and upgraded but it isn't popping wheelies as that is one of the reasons you get a stampede 4x4 vxl I follow this guide and I will be good to go?

[@DeliberateNRandom]

What if you have a horrible, loud sound coming from it? I adjusted the Velineon motor on my 2WD Rustler and lost the screw while driving it and it tore up the spur gear. I replaced the gear and I still have that sound. I also have the Slash 2WD with the Valineon motor upgrade, so I can tell they're the same. Not sure what it is. Possibly the transmission?

[@stacyjimenez5455]

Can you guys make a video about the electric motors and which is been

[@Rcstreetshop]

Actually a good idea! thanks a bunch 👍👍

[@richardmarlow8773]

Same here as my car was fine out the box then made a wizzing noise. And it turns out it was this 👍👍

[@Rcstreetshop]

Happy to help!

[@SuperJLD2005]

I just watched this vid for no reason and I already had my slipper clutch set up the roger way and after watching this vid, I’m still going to keep it that way even if I could ruin other parts, what’s the fun in RC if something doesn’t break if its replaceable

[@Rcstreetshop]

We would say it is an essential part of RC hobby to "break.fix.repeat." Ride safe!

[@ConditionZero76]

RC STREET SHOP Geat Video , quick question, is there anything you recommended if running 2.8 tires? I have a slash 2wd upgraded vxl-3s Velineon 3500 set up, should I crank it down or loosen it with the larger tires or do you recommend a complete clutch upgrade? Thank you very much

[@Rcstreetshop]

Bigger wheels = higher loads on your transmission. You'll need to change your entire setup, fixing just one thing will make something else break.

[@ConditionZero76]

@@Rcstreetshop Ive changed nearly everything on the truck Im talking specifically the slipper clutch., Ive changed everything from the Servo to the A-Arms to metal steering bellcranks & draglinks, to aluminum Caster Blocks & Front Steering Block & Rear Stub axle Bearing carriers, aluminum front & rear shock towers, Front & Rear Aluminum Springs Dampener aluminum alloy shocks etc etc? I currently have 19 Pinion w/ 90 Spur debating on dropping down to 14 pinion, Do you have any recommendations on gearing without losing to much Top End? Thanks alot guys

[@Rcstreetshop]

Give us a call when you have a moment 562-425-9000

[@rayv882]

I have a 2wd Traxas rustler and I put larger oversized rims and tires on it for the front end back and i burned out my slipper clutch. When i press the throttle it wouldn't really move fast so im going to replace the slipper clutch it's burned out bad. Should I just tighten that Spring And is it okay to run the larger tires on the front and back? It's the brusless VXL model and the tires and rims i bought are way bigger then the origin tires it actually looks like a monster truck now.

[@WA-hq6ls]

i'm so grateful you made this video, sub+, like+ thank you so so much

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for your feedback. We are happy to help!

[@straitupfya]

Thanks guys!

[@marcossantiagozicarelli135]

hi thanks for the video. is IT true that if the clutch is too tight IT can damage the engine? or burn IT because the big Gear is too tight and that over forces the engine (velineon)?

[@Rcstreetshop]

Yes and No. If it is too tight then under hard acceleration something might break instead of the slipper just slipping.

[@marcossantiagozicarelli135]

hi thanks for your answer! can I build the 3 pads of the clutch with some material? wood or any other ? today one of them has broken cause IT was too thin.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Try aluminum or carbonfiber.

[@itzzgraham]

Hey man I have a question, I keep on breaking the pin on my slipper shaft, there are two pins, one on the outside that you can see after removing the slipper clutch and then one more in the transmission on top of a gear, I have probably had to replace that pin inside my transmission nine or ten times now.. I’m getting frustrated, The people at my hobby store said that they have no clue what is going on most of them are on their first slipper shaft pin and still running smoothly, am I doing anything wrong? I have my slipper clutch adjusted a turn out

[@joseCalderon1976]

Great info. Thank you.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thank you for the comment.

[@cbossplayz3555]

If you end up tightening that thing all the way down I do lock tight with another nut on the outside and never have issues but get a wheelie bar if you have stampedes rustlers and what not

[@jerkoff7508]

Really helped thank you

[@Rcstreetshop]

We're happy to help. Ride safe!😎

[@qstix9733]

how come i strip out spool lockers when i use sand paws on the lawn?

[@Rcstreetshop]

Because you had too much grip and power.

[@drakorc]

nice video

[@Inverted88]

This was an awesome video thanks guys

[@Rcstreetshop]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@schuylerwelch19]

Fixed it! Thanks!

[@Lokithefeline]

nice vids, i got a question about traxxas stock tires, do they all come unbalanced? mine did and my back tires shake when i hit the gas in the air. front ones seem to want to hang at a specific spot. first time traxxas owner here.

[@Rcstreetshop]

Any tire comes unbalanced, it doesn't matter if its Traxxas, Kyosho or HPI. It is recommended to balance it (to make your suspension work better), but it is not obligatory.

[@Lokithefeline]

RC Street Shop how is that done?

[@Rcstreetshop]

You suppose to use a special tire balancer.

[@budnanc509]

I just got the E Revo nitro conversion unit. I can not get the Dx5c and my 6ch rx to deal with the 2 speed w/rev transmission . What are some tips to setting this up?

[@thercdude9382]

I hold my spur and push but my tires don't move but I have a weird sound coming between both axles. Please let me know what you think. Thanks

[@Rcstreetshop]

Most likely you busted differential, but it also could be something else, there are a lot of variables. Stop by the shop and our tech will take a look (or your other local hobby shop).

[@joefoto]

Anyone have advice on how to prevent breaking the slipper clutch shaft pin so often? I'm new and bought a rustler vxl used, and the slipper may have been too loose. I'm an expert now at tearing this apart. Lol..

[@northeastohiooutdoorschann4866]

Thanks this helped

[@Rcstreetshop]

thank you for the comment

[@rawiswar1969able]

Good advice but meat hooks in the way can't get a better angle?

[@Rcstreetshop]

I'm sorry, we are working on improving our videos

[@marvinportillo8516]

I'll be in ur store soon

[@Rcstreetshop]

We're looking forward to meet you

[@the_letti0584]

The problem with my little traxxxas summit vxl is that if the clutch isn't REALLY soft my back differential is broken after 4 wheelies

[@Rcstreetshop]

Try to help your diff with higher viscosity oil

[@LameduckArmyOF1]

i have the nitro rustler and it has a slipper clutch on it. Do i use the same instruction for mine? i bash only.

[@car_detailing0327]

Are the stock slipper clutch pads good

[@Rcstreetshop]

Yes they are. Slipper clutch just needs to be adjusted.

[@youngpocket7846]

The more I break the more I learn :)

[@Rcstreetshop]

Amen!:)

[@redraider7614]

So I switched to a 70 tooth, and the gear mesh keeps slipping sometimes. The wheel is spinning fine but the gear just slips sometimes

[@Rcstreetshop]

Try to re-adjust your slipper clutch

[@alexcrowder1673]

How should i set it if i keep breaking my diffs? Will loosening it save my diffs or will it just wreck my spur gear? I have a 1/16 revo with a 1/8 motor and it just keeps destroying my drivetrain. My driveshafts are all steel but everything else breaks even when testing at only 1/4 throttle... :/ id mych rather replace a spur gear every run than pull my diffs out after every run. Edit: i did shim my diffs.

[@markoftheus]

I would definitely recommend trying a looser clutch setting, especially if you run on loose, low traction surfaces.

[@matb2505]

I smoked my clutch so bad i thought it was the motor, lol, it did smell like an electrical fire, is the 5352R kit compatible with the XL-5 2WD RUSTLER?, Thanks

[@stacyjimenez5455]

What kind of damage can overheating do to the motor

[@Rcstreetshop]

1) damage magnets -> efficiency drops 2) crack isolation laquer -> shortcut 3) overheat ballbearing -> damage isolation ->shortcut 4) damage magnet glue -> shortcut