NEW RC CAR! IS IT WORTH IT? Traxxas Rustler VXL Magnum Transmission

[@blaketundra3216]

Been waiting for someone to make a video about this! It's totally worth it to me, but they also sell part number 9494, which fixes the only problem with the old transmission. Of course the magnum has the metal motor mount and more kick-up.. and it comes in black! No doubt worth the money in our inflation times.

[@gotface1403]

I couldn't imagine being able to wake up everyday and test a new rc out! Living the dream brotha. Loving this channel more and more.

[@steve.wellersteve.weller9855]

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[@jaamilmaalik8671]

I agree. A nice way to spend time.

[@gotface1403]

@@steve.wellersteve.weller9855 No , 7.

[@geodude3966]

The new 272R is nice, but not $70 premium nice. $350 for a VXL 2WD is really expensive, might as well spend a little more and get the VXL 4x4 which already has sealed diffs and metal gears. I wish Traxxas would just include their upgrades for free instead of making us pay top dollar for them. They need to make an Ultimate version for the Bandit/Rustler/Stampede, kind of like how Arrma makes EXB versions.

[@corycagley1431]

At my hobby store it's 319

[@dwaynewilliams3077]

The rustler 4x4 is the worst version of the rustler ever. I wouldn't spend a dime extra on it.

[@shakenbake2k479]

I bought my 272r for 140 freedom bucks.

[@pulsetheprotogen]

They really need to make better drive shaft for their legacy chassis vehicles IE bandit rustler stampede slash The current ones are just flat out unacceptable especially with the VXL systems

[@darthvaydr]

@@pulsetheprotogen I’m looking at getting a Rustler VXL 2WD. What’s the issue with the driveshafts?

[@jamesconley297]

That’s a honey bee not a bumble bee

[@sexbeast-uf2bq]

Lol. Search up a bumble bee :)

[@EJ-74]

My first hobby grade was a Rustler back in 99. Lol They have came a long way since then. 👍

[@grantaspenwall6805]

One of my co-workers gave me an old nitro rustler and im working on swapping it to electric because I don't have any any experience with nitro. I've never done this before, but I'm excited to see how this goes.

[@dstjamesrc6395]

The stock rear tires wear out super quick on concrete/asphalt for sure.

[@bmcneal27]

Yeah mine lasted about 15 mins and I was on grass/dirt and it slung the foams out of the tires

[@longboardguy]

I’ve been waiting to buy one and I’m pretty sure I will get this updated version. I think it’s worth the extra not even $100. Also I think everyone should have a rustler. I’ve got some nice higher end cars but the rustler just takes a beating sun, rain, snow etc. it’s fast and fun to drive also and easy to fix and repair. Awsome truck

[@rcfan1013]

I think another huge perk I've noticed with the 272r is the breaking. The car seems to not break traction and slide as easy with the sealed diff. With the old diff it was often difficult in my opinion to slow the car down without spinning out.

[@georgekallely7103]

Must be due to the weight of the fluid inside, it helps both wheel receive similar amounts of breaking from the motor. The unsealed diff without any weighted fluid would probably send it to the wheel with least resistant (Both would as they are open diffs, but the sealed is less likely to due to the fluids weight). So yeah chances are that's why

[@ManuelOrtizification]

i dunno, the roll pin on the input shaft is super easy to replace with a bit of hex key and it will never break again. if sealed diff is what you want, theres after market options way cheaper than replacing your existing transmission. for me, the best part of this new rustler is the chassis. should make power slides over rough terrain a bit easier without the step in the middle of its belly to catch on stuff.

[@lastpally]

Traxxas had the magnum 272 “pro” back in the early 90s. Had a metal motor plate and metal guard. Was on a lot of their race kits. Can use the current vxl gears inside them too. Look up vehicles like the Traxxas SRT. It came stock with what the rustler slowly gained over 2 decades. Cool video however and the new rustler is a nice kit.

[@davidshipman4555]

I love my rustler! It was originally an XL5 but through upgrades its a VXL. I installed the hot racing TE38CH sealed rear diff and upgraded the transmission to a hot racing TE12HX01 aluminum transmission case. Paired those with the traxxas 1951r steel constant velocity drive shafts and this thing rips. Will pull the front end up at any speed like you said MSM. I had the same wheelie bars but last time out I ripped it off in a gnarly crash lol.

[@midwestboss8808]

I have a Tamiya M07 up for sale on Ebay, built it and ran some practice laps that's it, mint condition, hop ups , ready to run just add a receiver! Grab it fast!!!

[@RC4X4]

Looks good. I still have new VXL one from 2019 on display. These are excellent trucks.

[@johnricci7935]

You should try the wl toys 124017 brushless rc car on 3s I got 60 mph on stock set up

[@gregorymoreland2140]

I love my old rusty 2wd. It takes me back to when RC was fun and easy. Good video

[@falcondragonslayer]

The tires wear so much cause they’re meant for dirt or sand and running them on asphalt or maybe even gravel will wear it fast. My dad’s Bandit had the same problem

[@michaeldorich4485]

I enjoyed the comparison. It's good to know for those who want to buy a new Rustler.

[@Buckethead7777]

I didn’t know that there could be someone so cool and helpful, thinking about buying it, I already have a slash 2 and 4wd VXL and I love em, props on the video

[@cryptidpizza9096]

That background is amazing. I still need to add a Traxxas car to the lineup! Great video Mark!

[@Eddie_freeflow504]

I do agree this is a fast RC out of the box.

[@lionelplunkett9428]

Traxxas Rule's man 🤘🤘

[@Trevinator1990]

not a bumble bee, a honey bee. SMOOSH IT!!!!!

[@kjaks1yt]

I’m thinking about buying this new rustler so my friend can drive my bandit. Does the new transmission make it faster or is it just going to be more reliable? I haven’t had a problem with the plastic gears in the bandit yet and I drive it pretty hard just wondering.

[@crazylarryjr]

One more thing different, they replaced the Planetary style diff with a revo type bevel gear diff. It's also possible the new diff might actually fit the old gearbox, also the motorplate is metal (Aluminum) over the stock original plastic

[@Braiden-jn9xe]

I got my rustler vxl 3 months ago and it had everything updated like that one besides that transmission and I’m broke the chassis in half on first day and wasn’t even being hard on it he careful guys I put the old chassis on it

[@Ezduztube]

They still use the Bandit frame🚙

[@justinparker1842]

Yes I agree the Magnum transmission is way smoother thanks for the video keep up the good content

[@christopherzatalokin8652]

Traxxas is building new chassis with accessory mounting points. Ie. Traxxas 6588 kit.

[@ysuprintmaking5866]

What's is the old school skateboard hanging in the background? Thanks for the comparison vid...

[@cbforme]

The only differences in the two transmission are the input shaft (9494)and the differential has bigger bearings. And parts are interchangeable except the diffs.

[@chevyrc3623]

That's is well thanks for saying that so it's already over hype it seems like

[@geodude3966]

The new transmission also has a sealed diff and a metal motor plate. The sealed diff is a game changer.

[@markoftheus]

Another difference is also the idler gear. The new idler gear uses the full width of the gear for the teeth compared to the older one which had some extra space on each side of the teeth.

[@joseCalderon1976]

Nice. Does that magnum transmission also come with the brushed models with the LEDS, or is that a different one? Thanks

[@happytrailsrc]

I put that new transmission in a bandit (metal chassis) build that I did, and man is it smooth.

[@RicoMan1992]

Hey mark, could you point me in the right direction to get that updated wheelie bar for the rustler? I have the old style and it’s always popping off. That style looks much nicer

[@lonemindinacrowd]

Sir... SIR!!! That is a honeybee lmfao @3:09

[@trenchjudas9297]

What wheelie bar did you use for the rustler? Just ordered one and not sure which one to grab

[@jackschoen224]

Honestly I don't think you need a new transmission I ran the old 272 on 6s no slipper clutch and rear xo1 tires and was fine so unless you want the sealed diff it's not a necessity

[@shanehoule9477]

Transmission works great have it in my rustler

[@sammygonzalez7627]

Definitely smoother

[@BBSPRAD]

I had an old Nitro Rustler when I was a kid. I'm thinking about getting back into Rc. Would you recommend a rustler VXL or Slash VXL?

[@RCVictoryLane]

Definitely gonna recommend it to my friends for sure MSM

[@joshherrman3201]

That new chassis looks amazing. So much better than the first gen.

[@WVFAN1958]

We’re is a good place to buy the new one at ? Thanks great videos 👍

[@bradykaras1695]

My hobby store would take my broken input shafts and put and sold pin in the ones it comes is actually hollow on the old one

[@5x56mm]

What is the part # on that blue wheelie bar you installed? Thanks!

[@fishnrc294]

Nice Glamour shots! I went from 0 Traxxas to 2 but both are crawlers. I have the Fire team & a Armma short course truck & Im thinking about getting a 4 wheel drive Traxxas slash or basher something low to the ground that halls ass & doesn’t flip over. Mostly for off-road use with some medium jumps. Any suggestions?

[@LuvFstar]

I remember having the older vxl brushless & my gosh I stripped the gear at least 3 times within 3 months. Ended up selling it broken & someone threw in a heavy duty piece so it wouldn't happen anymore. I'm for sure picking up the newer one this week even though I just bought a MAXX V2 about one week ago LOL. I have an addiction as you can tell XD.

[@jscott893]

Of you were truly addicted you wouldn't have sold it, and upgraded it yourself. My rustler is indestructible

[@sambishop4720]

​@@jscott893lol weak

[@rcnitroguy9317]

Love how u do review of old cars

[@kingkeif2406]

That input shaft pin is the reason I shelved my Bandit. Thanks for the vid I will be looking into this.

[@NitroStarGT]

What was the input shaft pin doing? Breaking? I haven't broken one yet but just running on dirt mixed with grass. 2s also. 3s was stupid fast LOL. Just ran a couple 3s packs and went back to 2s

[@LuvFstar]

@@NitroStarGT Yep, breaks a lot. I broke 3 of them within 3 months so I ended up selling mine to save me a headache LOL. If you're running on mainly 2S the car won't give any problems because it's not as much power as to when the car runs 3S.

[@kingkeif2406]

Yes it was breaking all the time. I got tired of taking the transmission apart for such a small part

[@sled_neckx9972]

I ended up cutting a piece of a 1/16 drill bit and using that as the pin when I had my slash 2wd VXL. It never broke again after that and I beat the crap out of it.

[@tjgetem3783]

What do you do for a living man . You have everything a man could ever ask for

[@TheWright1]

Rustler is cool but just not quite my style. A buddy gave a a new in box VXL he found at a auction and now Im going to convert it into a LCG Slash with the Hawaiian body!

[@RickyD1968]

Love the VXL Rustler but I'm surprised they kept the body clip design.

[@truerc]

Not a bumblebee... But yeah, this is the 2wd to get out of all the Traxxas offerings. Stay away from the Bandit unless you want to build a drag car.

[@MrMDly]

Also my VXL came stock with the Magnum 272 according to the Traxxas website just not the Magnum 272R could that real be the difference. I didnt think the 272R model was that much different other than the metal components? thanks

[@allyoucando8486]

I don't see to many review for the new lineup from Traxxas, good now if I want one form this lineup I want the slash

[@MrMDly]

when you say 60mph out of the box are you saying with the 25/83 setup and a 3S lipo you hit 60mph? Mine doesnt appear to be that fast but i haven't GPS'd it yet... LMK thanks

[@Machine1984nin]

What wheelie bar mount is that on the bottom of the old rustler ?

[@christiansrcs7789]

i modified my transmission where that little pin would never snap like NEVER! what I did is I took a drillbit and I just cut it and it basically worked

[@EZ4U2Say11]

Led top plate and holes are for the wires

[@shlomogoldstein3373]

Hey Mark, do you have a line on any Revo 2.5r bodies? Stock or aftermarket

[@everythingisvibration]

Thought they went ALL Wheels drive with the new ones ??

[@wraithfpv9210]

Yeah just ordered some of those parts for my ultimate rustler build…I keep hearing how good that pro magnum 272r is can’t wait

[@JavierDiaz-sp9ec]

Make an update video on that bandit man

[@wraithfpv9210]

@@JavierDiaz-sp9ec man that thing has been a rustler for years now …I have probably a hundred videos on my computer between fpv and cars I just don’t have time to edit

[@JavierDiaz-sp9ec]

@@wraithfpv9210 thats cool actually i just did the conversion to my bandit got tired of messing up those shock caps when flipping during speed runs

[@wraithfpv9210]

@@JavierDiaz-sp9ec yes sir and bending those metal wing post…it’s just less hassle being a rustler

[@JavierDiaz-sp9ec]

@@wraithfpv9210 you got any other cars?

[@mattbrown7033]

I’m just gonna state the obvious here as it appears that nobody else noticed, but before you put the backwards cap on, that’s a Sweet Fade Brah! 🤙🏽🤣

[@BruceMyers-f3p]

I just bought one Saturday

[@TheUnknown714]

I've been looking forward to this video.

[@aaronmarkham4424]

That’s a honey bee, a Bumble Bee is much, much bigger

[@KG-xf9ew]

Great video. Can we get the techno music even louder?.......

[@MarkSantaMaria]

Glad you like the new music

[@SuppleBun]

that bee wanna do a speedrun

[@rcdemonblood574]

Great Video! Excellent comparison

[@rizzie643rizzie]

Definitely magnum trans is better

[@kashmurray1199]

It is more quite. Wich means smoother. I agree.

[@wasifali4700]

I like how you unpack it with is

[@keithmcsorley5271]

smoother transmission like it

[@tanklesspolarstar]

Can you do a build breakdown of your drag cars

[@johnlujan8706]

Good information 👍

[@Storyracing387]

Now all they need to do is make a 4x4 version 👍 btw I dig the music

[@BenjaminMcNamara-v5q]

Like the new rustler but like the old one more I don’t think it’s worth the extra

[@Jakexorz89]

Does anyone else wonder what ge does for a living besides these vlogs?

[@Jakexorz89]

And racing for tekno or course 😅

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Good afternoon brother enjoy the weekend great video cool cars

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Really nice colors

[@JexuanyGuerrero]

Any idea how to get the Rustler to stopsagging in the rear? already tried thicker shock oil lol

[@Rebelscum985]

Try using the supplied shock preload spacers

[@markoftheus]

Try using different springs. If my memory is correct, the 1/10th scale springs from losi will also fit traxxas ultra shocks.

[@rcmtb1052]

Rustler vxl is my first traxxas rc, until now I still have that but don’t use it any more it’s kinda boring specially on off-road on a grass.

[@hellonwheelsuknow6556]

Smoother

[@michaelclarke4629]

Teust me folks, right out of the box this thing does 60 plus. I know, just personally test drove one on a airport runway

[@Northern_rc_fam]

Nice fast car 3s good and fast

[@rcsmith5909]

Good vid 🙂👻

[@keithmcsorley5271]

have it awesome and i pick up the traxxas sledge

[@endosrc]

am i dumb for putting a 155s in my slash 2wd lcg

[@davidrivero7943]

Cheaper, parts avail. & faster than Typhon 3s if, you can live with 2wd which led me to watch this. Its a bargain.

[@joeyfesta2042]

Yes definitely The 272R it’s not as tight,quieter .

[@danweiss4928]

Cool thanks

[@chrisrosenberg863]

Always great content Mark! I agree with you on the 3s and the amount of torque sent through the transmission. I now run an aluminum Integy gear case with Robinsion racing gears and I like to run the plastic drive shafts and create the break point there rather than the transmission gears. It is great to see the new transmission upgraded and I will give the new Rustler VXL a go!

[@nathanlengyel9235]

I feel like the magnum mobile shoulda had a shiney gold n black paint job

[@joshuacollins9855]

That was a Honey bee bud.

[@MADDOG_745]

Yo loving the videos bro

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Great video

[@kpkp2655]

I had to crank down my wheelie bar to the ground. It chews through the wheelie tires..... :/

[@Storyracing387]

Hey....nice shirt! 😁🔥

[@hellofromsoutheastalaskarc7517]

Hello from southeast alaska.

[@doobiehash3941]

I have an older VXL Rustler and I think that new transmission sounds excellent I most definitely want one