Traxxas Sledge (I think I'm finally done with this)

[@maherkahala5269]

That motor mount is the only thing holding me back from getting the sledge. Thank you for you’re honest feedback UPDATE: I ended up buying a sledge. I’ve had it for 6 months now. I liked it so much I bought a second one second hand. It’s been one hell of a beast. I bash and jump it on a 45 degree ramp and it’s been taking it. Only thing that broke so far is the rear diff ring gear. I already ordered a $50 hardened gear from Traxxas. Motor mount is solid. So far it’s been my favorite rc car

[@YesIgen]

Yeah, and its a shame that traxxas dont sell rollers like arrma do. Traxxas electronics sucks too 😆

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

@@YesIgen That they do. Having to buy traxxas electronics with this truck makes it even more expensive. Because as soon as you get it home you need to pull them and then install some good stuff. :)

[@mhods4457]

I bought 10 dollar motor mount inserts that work amazingly well. M2C could have made those but then they couldn't sell you their mount which costs 10x more.

[@mhods4457]

@@DB-qm4jx I got the hot racing ones, the GPM ones had to come from the UK and I didn't want to wait. They are great so far and I think they look cool. Only like 10 or 11 bucks.

[@rctd3260]

Same

[@___Aaron___]

I found with the sledge that if you leave it stock. It's perfect. But soon as you start adding hop up parts.. its not as good. But to each they're own.

[@longboardguy]

That did happen to me also so I sold my M2Cparts and castle combo and I did return it to stock and it’s been great

[@TorchedRC]

items that make it lighter/stronger seem to really make this the best rc. Faster.. no. Stock gearing(hardened steel), add a fan to the motor, maybe dboots backflips. But Basherqueen carbon fiber shock towers and GPM carbon fiber Tbar wake up the handling and it's even better than stock. Don't add aluminum to this car.

[@jaymelz324]

this is typical traxxas trash. its more expensive than the arrma stuff yet not as good

[@3689enlighten.RC.]

YOUR NOT ALONE... BEEN GAVE UP ON TRAXXAS, LAST YEAR.. I OWN 6 ARRMA RC'S NOW...

[@SOMNIOHM]

@Traxxas 13:35 THIS is the feedback you guys MUST take into future consideration!!! #Traxxas #TraxxasSledge #TraxxasRC #Traxxas2022

[@frankszabo5309]

My son and I each bought one just installed m2c motor mount in both nothing but repairs on both . Rear differential went out on mine today tired of spending money repairing the sledge . They both suck and agree with your video. I’ve had enough also !!!

[@roadrunnerorange]

I dig the safe-d pinion thing on the kraton, simply a e-clip on the tip of the motor shaft to save the pinion from falling off👍

[@django2467]

Team corally is the best bang for your buck to me

[@clayramsey019]

Which are the best over all , no idea on any of those rc trucks/ buggy’s?

[@BeautyBeastRC]

They just have zero stock in the US for any of the newer stuff

[@django2467]

@@BeautyBeastRC I found couple sites that actually stock them

[@offthewallhobbyman6978]

I can seriously understand your frustration with this truck. Especially at its price point. Good luck with it.

[@jacobwhittaker6241]

Traxxas seems to be Iphone of RC. They're made to work within their ecosystem and that's it. That's what I've noticed running the Traxxas Maxx V2 4s. As long as you keep it stock, it works but if you want to do mods it feels like they've put minute hindrances built in to annoy you every step of the way.

[@coloradoxtremeunderground4466]

Good call my maxx v2 is stock and is super tough. I don't plan on changing anything, traxxas spends a ton of money in R and D on these vehicles, they are strong as built. If you change one thing is creates a weakness somewhere else.

[@MrtipRC]

I had one for 6 days , blew the spur , fr and rear diffs , shock caps and that motor mount omg . A arms , wing mount great oh and bent the shock towers . Sold it for dirt cheap !

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

Cutting your losses. :/

[@MrtipRC]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs I bought the truck to compare to my Kraton but oh well .

[@dklien6443]

Maybe not related but an issue I have had is making sure to use alcohol on that new pinion to remove oils that stop the loctite from working at it's best.

[@wwjoshdew]

I am having the same issues with my Sledge and it is currently down. I am going to order M2C motor mount and hopefully that resolves my issue.

[@jeffgierzak8985]

I've watched many reviews on this sledge and was considering buying one. All the other videos I've watched every one seems to have the same traxxas problem. You are the only guy to give a complete honest apinion on what a piece of crap that it is. I just now subscribed to your channel and will remain. Good job and thank you I almost bought one.

[@edwinlomonacofoolsend]

Unfortunately I've been through the same thing with my Kraton 6S BLX. Came with the center diff dry. And it blew the center diff before the first battery was dead. Then soon after it blew the motor. Then soon after failed esc. Then it's the diffs. Over and over breaking diffs.

[@Xhal123]

I'm so glad I kept watching videos, it's ones like this that made me get the Fireteam over the Sledge.

[@3ternalvigilance262]

I have an older green one. I've done quite a bit of simple mods including a complete color swap on the anodized parts and a Mamba to match it. Other than the stupid motor mount to the chassis, I really have no complaints. I beat the life out of mine and it holds up. Although I do agree that the stock version is best. I have a few Sledges and the one that makes it through an entire session, every time, is my bone stock version.

[@nofreerides7033]

I put the M2C motor mount for this same reason and glad I did … No mesh issues and any size pinion and spur options is what I wanted 👍👍👍

[@ervinmedina9014]

Dude, I Feel your Pain!! I believe Rich DB said it Best. If you can get over the initial price & can Afford all the upgrades to make it a TRUE Basher, then yeah go for it. I have seen ALL the M2C upgrades for it from the Testers. Chassis, motor mount, reverse motor mount (bigger motor) hub extenders (for different wheels) ESC mount, Basher Queen shock towers $$$$$ 😆😆😆 I might have missed something. You have yourself a 2000$$$ + Rig. I Don't see the value in it. If you have the Money, well to each his own. It was a short session, keep the vids coming 👍 Stay safe and bash on from Colorado!!!

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

You’ll have what a kraton exb, or Kronos xtr already is. :)

[@coloradoxtremeunderground4466]

Before you started making changes did you have any issues? Not being funny but I'm wondering if it's error you caused with improper installation of parts. I hear these are super durable like the maxx.

[@erichehir9672]

I personally haven’t herd anything to good about the sledge, and that always sucks when you can’t get through a full battery pack,and I’ll have to Agree with you, great video 🔥👌👍🏻

[@django2467]

My redcat kaiju takes a beating with little aluminum upgrades like hubs and steering rack and that is what some would call "a lesser brand" but I never have those issues with it

[@mehimrc1314]

My opinion, It was a money spinner for traxxas. Anyone who seen the first review knew not to buy one, who puts a nitro style motor mount on a basher? Admittedly they gave people something NEW but crap! Body mounting system is something special for sure. Monkey metal gears throughout shocking behaviour, but they sold like hotcakes. Get it sold and buy a Kraton 6s EXB

[@ripper9111]

Appreciate your candidness on this subject. What speed control and motor are you using and what size pinion? Thank you.

[@connorendacott2904]

100% correct with traxxas mounts. changed motors on my X Maxx and went through numerous hardened steel gears and even snapped the shaft on my HW 1650kv.... had to spend $100 on a mount.

[@darrellwright3105]

You're frustration is deserved and understood. You don't need to feel guilty and glad your staying honest. I'm sure it has some good points but the negatives doesn't make that much money a good value.

[@joshuabarr397]

With your pinion coming loose, are you running the stock chassis? If so you probably have a slight bend at the motor mount holes. This angle puts outward pressure on the pinion and spur mesh. That pressure slowly pulls your pinion off the motor shaft no matter how strong the loctite, or how hard you tighten the grub. Hey man, too bad about your experience. Mine has been great on some pretty big bashes.

[@EJ-74]

I feel ya. If I dropped a grand on a RC and couldn't run a full pack through it without a failure I'd be pissed 😡 lol I've watched many vids on the Sledge and what I've found is to make it super tough you have to upgrade the crap out of it then you end up with 1500 dollar in a RC that should only cost half of that IMO. The Sledge is a awesome RC once upgraded but dang I couldn't justify the price when you could get a Kraton etc Nice jumps Love how you set it up to where you land on a down slop, makes the landings look so much better and it's a lot easier on the truck. 🔥👍✌️

[@jumpman765]

Dude I had the same issue when I first got mine. Axles popping out then I got the front ones on rear... Screws missing. Spur stripping.... Hubs breaking. All kinds of crazy stuff.. but now that I've replaced stuff it seems to be good to go.

[@FullaBullz]

Mine burns through pinions like crazy. Replace the spur once too. Not sure what Traxxas was thinking with the motor mount or why they don’t even make the mount kits for the gear combos they Traxxas recommend running.

[@heatwave-2243]

i havent modded mine at all and its blew up 3 tires lost 2 screws and broken front shock cap and it hast even gone threw 5 full pairs of batterys yet

[@badermohamed32]

Hey bud Great video as usual. I gotta tell you what I did to my opinion. I super glued it. It never came off in six months bro. I got tired of it coming loose. So it never did again. Try it, it works.

[@bryanspanjer3213]

I can’t help but think that grinding a little Divet or recess on the shaft of the motor could stop this all from happening.

[@jonk967]

Good video, I feel the sledge is just priced way to much from the start for what all it would need to be a basher. You bring up some excellent points, and I held off buying one due to this and how much other have had to throw at it to make if what it should have been. Great stuff man, hope it gets better for you.

[@bansheebandithot350]

Thanks for the honesty I’m not getting one hour the 3rd person I’ve herd say this 😎👍🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@silentassassin7175]

Love the truck all here are right with the issues. My issues are the front and rear differential gear. great video

[@jhicks1774]

Thanks for the info! I understand.

[@imezryou2002]

I left mine stock and it runs great so far so good , nice video i like the orange you have on there

[@aaronblackett134]

I got 20 packs out of my sledge before it broke just had to lock tight the pinion and even when it broke it was my fault

[@314Chevelle]

I love the truck but have to agree . Traxxas does things in a way so that the new hobbies guys can keep purchasing there proprietary parts because that’s what they are. When they design a Rc, they don’t do it for the hobbiest as u said taking into the consideration of the opinions of consumers, they design it so you HAVE TO go aftermarket to mod or only purchase their stuff. I’ve got so much aftermarket on my sledge u can’t even call it a sledge anymore

[@konfyoused]

I went through the same thing quite a bit with my Xmaxx. It's finally been running pretty consistently, but I chewed up a couple of pinions and spurs before it got there.

[@TheGhostman132]

traxxas pinions are garbage. Tooths rip off very easily. I like to use Tekno pinions because M5 nuts. Those can be tightened way more than the smaller ones. Also it really helps to use grease on pinion and spurgear so they don't create so much friction -> heat. The heat will loosen the loctite and so the pinion looses easily.

[@alanlilly5004]

I have the motor mount washers which are ten bucks. New pinion and spur, hot racing. Motor doesn’t move whatsoever, one of the best and toughest trucks I’ve had. I put a 5mm bash bar on it from radical rc UK. If you get and put those washers on the motor cannot move. They sell four different types for different spur and pinion setups, they are a game changer, no need to buy a different motor mount.

[@chriscarlton-gm4hr]

The flat chassis trucks always seem to have durability problems my outcast 6s was trash

[@JoeyW979]

Thanks for the honest comments about the Sledge. I really like the look of this car, but I never leave my cars stock and stock seems to be the only way to run this car. Shame really as it looks so slick, hopefully the v2 will address a lot of the issues found on the current version

[@floydblue1783]

Have you considered using a Dremel tool and grinding a small flat spot on the motor shaft, if it doesn't have a set screw flat. I haven't seen this motor shaft actually. But if it's a round shaft, this could eliminate the problem 🤔

[@anthonycassise9063]

never had so many problems with an rc like i do the sledge , i threw mine in the trash

[@f.noggle]

It seems like the work you put into the truck is failing. How is that a traxxas problem when you've got everything after market?

[@shawnjanda9775]

There's nothing wrong with giving your opinion I'm having the same problem and I agree 100% with you about traxas

[@LosihoTTT]

Thanks for your honest review Jason. Now go back & re-edit your HW Max 8 G2 video and tell us what you really think :)

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

Really? You want hear me complain again. 🤣

[@LosihoTTT]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs Well, don't get yourself sued, but sure, i love it when people say what they really think. That's why i avoid channels that are paid for their comments or give free poducts & kits for review expecting a favourable comment.

[@f.noggle]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs 🤣😅😆

[@Bing3132]

If your still running the stock motor mount that’s the biggest problem get m2c mount to fix that. The next upgrade would be upgraded diff gears and your good believe me it’s a tank after those two upgrades

[@rooseveltrainesjr7618]

I put hobbywing 2200kv in an a new esc 8s firmma stock pinion. Put the red lock tight on pinion. I can't wait to run mine. ALSO A STRONG SERVO

[@ah6352]

I put an Arrma 120 blx ESC and motor in my Stampede 4x4. Now I can 3s or 4s. And everything is upgraded to RPM. It's fun on 3s and insane on 4s. I'm done with Traxxas ESC and motors.

[@Dos_Rc]

I love my sledge I have the green one it has been taking a beating like no other Rc I own arrma and traxxas I love mostly arrma but this sledge is a tank, Iam stil running stock spur after 30 lipos however I did get the m2c motor mount a week after I got the truck. It’s a shame to have to spend more money 💰 on top of the 800$ for the car but this is the hobby

[@grnsgottaM]

I’ve broken driveshafts, trashed a set of tires (almost done with the replacement Badlands), have replaced all 6 drive cups and of course several hinge pins (at least they are cheap and easy to replace). The only problem I’ve had is since I replaced the ESC/motor combo, the Castle 1:10 ESC seems like it’s getting hot and shutting down. Guess I’ll try a bigger one. That said, I think the internet has been hard on the Sledge. I love mine!

[@Garcias_rt]

How is your chassis holding? I went thru 2 chassis and had to do some M2C upgrades to be avail to enjoy it

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

Oddly enough, my chassis is still fine. Straight as an arrow.

[@jaymitchrc]

100% agree. Traxxas doesn't really have consideration for the end user. It's what they want to give you or too bad. @traxxas at some point you have to listen to the ppl or your sales will decline.

[@gillian9178]

Nothing wrong with speaking your mind as you see it Jason. This is one reason I dont buy Traxxas, they simply dont listen to customers concerns. They just seem to keep pumping out the same products even when they have known issues. I will stick with other brands that give me less problems/failures, as a bonus most other brands are also cheaper into the bargain. So for me personally its a win win situation staying away from Traxxas.

[@FLPatrick1095]

My gripe is the premium price for the Redcat quality product. They have no business costing more than Arrma vehicles and race kits.

[@Gamer-ade]

What brands should one look into if all they know is traxxas?

[@SuperNikonlover]

Oh believe me I feel the pain of your frustrations when something breaks everytime you go bashing!! That's just the nature of the hobby sometimes. Apparently there are some rc rigs that are more durable than others but for Traxxas, who claims to be the top dog of the rc industry (and the most expensive) to be making rc's that keep breaking just as fast as their rivals is unexceptable. I don't blame you one bit for disappointed at that rig or Traxxas.

[@derekhutson5715]

I run stock motor 18t pinion can get 71 mph and bash never had that problem

[@zzTUCKERzz]

to be fair you have put armor esc and motor in no wonder why its not reliable. should of got a revo 2.0

[@czechiadiecastproject2445]

hello, I have a TRAXXAS sledge for exactly a week and I have a problem with the fact that when driving on the rear wheels, the car makes an unpleasant whistle, please help, I don't know what to do with it

[@wyldebill7248]

Did you ever figure it out? Mine is doing the exact same thing. Thanks 👊🏻👊🏻

[@Toys4Life]

My 3s stampede 4x4 and Kraton 6s pinions always stay put. I used to have a HPI Savage Flux and that pinion always worked itself loose even with Loctite. I never did figure out why that was. Are you thinking the mesh between aftermarket gears is causing a Harmonic or Vibration that overcomes the pinions ability to stay put. I believe there is an issue because you are an experienced RC guy - but I guess I am not quite understanding what exactly you think is causing the issue. I understand that this would be frustrating but also wonder exactly what the issue is..

[@ReadySetRC]

I feel your pain. Same way I felt with my first ERevo. Do you think you would have had the same issues had you left it stock? I truly feel they set this truck up to either never be upgraded or only use Traxxas parts. At some point they are going to release either the inserts to adjust the motor mount or release a whole new motor mount. It feels like the same formula that they've done with the XMaxx 6s and the original Maxx, get the product out first, let the community state the issues then release a whole new truck.

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

I am not sure. The pinion issue started as soon as I replaced the stock spur with an aftermarket one. I went out again yesterday and broke something. Not sure yet what.

[@neallogue1486]

I really appreciate your honesty about this car, most pple won’t talk truthfully about some of there cars. I was thinking about buying that sledge but now think I’m going with the new outcast v2. Thanks again!

[@abefavela6806]

Great video Good Info man thanks👊👍

[@RuisRcAdventures]

My mate Jake has fitted an M2C motor mount on his Sledge which seems to have cured that problem. I appreciate the cost of thw truck and the money you said you spent on it but it might worth considering?

[@ballard-bt2ts]

The sledge is riddled with problems and low quality parts. That’s fact. The sad part is that there will be kids or newcomers coming into the hobby that will get a Sledge and be rapidly discouraged. That said, the Tekno pinion is your solution. It has a 5mm grub screw and is made from quality steel.

[@Bikebros27]

So I have just brought a sledge, it seemed to hold up well on it first run down the skate park. Ran for a gd hour. Is there anything any would recommend doing/ upgrading? Thanks

[@BigCheese85]

My pinion hasn't come off xmaxx since I used hard strength locktite. Use to come off each pack. Now on 6th and all good. Might be different with sledge but a screw is a screw eh. Good video

[@bryanspanjer3213]

Is there any reason why not to grind a divet or recess in the motor shaft to prevent this from happening? I don’t mind doing little things to my E Revo 2.0 to make it reliable. It’s one way I put part of myself into the truck. Try to enjoy it!

[@tyehicks8739]

Is that the 1515 Castle motor?

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

Yes.

[@tyehicks8739]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs do you like the performance of that motor? I have a castle motor combo and I've wanted to try it but was wondering if it was a bit small for that truck. Thanks!

[@edderocher4761]

I have not had a problem with my sledge and I run it more than my kraton and I've done no upgrades and haven't changed the connection

[@EXTREMERC416]

It wouldnt be a big deal if it wasnt 800$ hats the MSRP right?

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

That too!

[@BadBillyJack]

with all the kraton upgrades you have to put on them, I just decided to buy the body and the mounts with Basherqueen towers and put it on my Kraton exb.

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

I wish I had done the same.

[@Mzlanders]

I love all RCs. All have fatal weak points and all have their great points. But the second I heard this man say a team corally truck is durable…..nope. I’ve driven most of them, and you even sneeze towards it with too much force and a pillow ball pops out. Or a dogbone cup snaps or pops out. This made me lol.

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

You obviously haven't been up on the updates that took place on the new Corally's.

[@Mzlanders]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs , I have. I’m just a realist is all.

[@htx_rc4256]

Traxxas motor mount is crap honestly. I was disappointed in it. M2c came to the rescue but I totally understand the point of having to buy aftermarket stuff to even enjoy it as it should be “great” as is

[@KentuckyHillbilly]

a drill bit and a simple diviet made on the shaft will 100% stop that. and or a hole at the end of the shaft put a small lock nut and hex screw..

[@rcboys619]

Always keeping it real bro thats why i love your content

[@krashkingrc9715]

Awesome video definitely understand I like traxxas but have had a lot of problems myself.

[@angelogallegos1400]

Any updates on Hobbywing

[@TheGhostman132]

I don't understand why every manufacturer now days add wings to the back. It is the biggest magnet for car to stay upside down when rolling over.

[@RC4us]

I’ve really been enjoying ur content your 1of the guys that made me wanna do…. Keep it your awesome dude

[@JeffSkurkis]

Jason, really enjoy your content. As a newbie into RCs (roughly five months), hearing real life experiences and opinions of many different vehicles is invaluable. My 13-year old son and I own a Traxxas Hoss 4x4 VXL. We really enjoy it and the times that it breaks down it's usually do to driver error. I do most of the wrenching and he does most of the driving, so we're looking into getting another RC. We went with Traxxas initially because our local hobby shop is a Traxxas dealer which has been a great help. Would like your thoughts on a next RC. Some say that it's good to get another Hoss to share parts but we would live to venture out into different types. Not sure if you've owned or used one of these vehicles but what about the TRX-4 Defender or the Slash 4X4 Ultimate? And is there any issues to buying used or best to stay with new? Thank you!

[@FLPatrick1095]

The Slash is one of Traxxas' best. Short course trucks are generally very strong all brands. The body takes most of the damage with the arms being enclosed. Good luck, i'll suggest the Ultimate.

[@bigalinbc4075]

I got the Hoss. It's weakness is the shocks/suspension. I then got the Maxx V2. It's the next step up. So much more durable. Drive it conservatively on 3S. Put it on 4S and have some serious fun. Good luck!

[@JeffSkurkis]

@@FLPatrick1095 Patrick, thank you! I've also heard great things about the Slash and to also go with the Ultimate as it has a lot of upgrades that come standard. Appreciate the advice.

[@JeffSkurkis]

@@bigalinbc4075 Big AL, thanks! I love the Hoss I've upgraded to the GTR Shocks with heavier weight oil. It has made a huge difference. I'm digging the Maxx V2 with the wide stance too. Tough choices.

[@gsxrfun7774]

For the price of this rig you can almost get an 8s Armma which is a no brainer. Yeah I’d be highly upset with this truck having dishing out all the money and not even getting a single pack through and your not the only one with issues from the start with this truck highly disappointed I’ll stick with my Arrma rigs way less problems out the box from what I’ve seen, keep on bashing buddy!

[@lemonadejesus5485]

M2C motor mount is a key upgrade for the Sledge.

[@Real_vtec]

Traxxas offers different ratios of spur and pinion gears. It shows the speed chart on the website- there’s no reason to say the truck is only designed for the stock gears. The pinion falling off is not due to poor backlash, which would break the teeth. If possible, I would try cutting a small divet in the motor shaft for the grub screw to anchor into.

[@RBRC1]

Interesting…. I don’t have any issues with mine. It’s still stock though.

[@Matthewv1998]

i've barely had any issues with my sledge. once i changed out my servo and got belted tires, 0 complaints. seriously. ive cycled through damn near 20, 30 packs now with no issues, and i dont baby it either. no pinion slipping, no motor shifting, nada, nothing. the stock servo did short out, and since it was a Day 1 sledge i didnt have drive cups. both were very easy fixes, put a raw 500 in it, and i got some o rings. simple. ive felt 0 need to change anything else on the truck, seriously. its borderline uncontrollable as it is, and anything ive wanted to tune is perfectly doable on my phone.

[@hrivera9357]

I think u know m2c had a motor mount or u don't like to buy aftermarket parts because I see u have a ton of cars whit really nice upgrades.keep up my man

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

I do. But the Sledge was already an expensive truck. And since it doesn't do anything better than the other trucks. I am having a hard time sinking even more money in to a truck to just bring it up to the same level as a Kraton EXB or Kronos XTR.

[@hrivera9357]

@@JasonPerrinRCVlogs I completely agree whit u,that's why for me was like no no I have a kraton 6s whit m2c and exb and is awesome.keep up the good vids.i feel that frustration too.God bless

[@Mars741]

I am 100% on your side. When I seen your 1st video I was like subscrib.

[@davevilla1061]

easy fix just use a dremel tool and put notch on keyed section of the motor shaft were the set screw would go. problem solved.

[@da1stuna]

Broke three pinions, two spur gears, and a motor. Avoidable with $9.99 for motor base reinforcements. No excusing Traxxas for this, but it’s still the best basher ever.

[@GreatLakesRC]

Oh man I could hear the apprehension at the beginning and it just turned into frustration 👀 It’s such a bummer when you get a truck that won’t preform. I will say that I am seeing some amazing videos of Sledges fully upgraded, but if your trying to keep it stock this truck is a big letdown.

[@marlinrc6209]

M2C motor mount fixed this for me forever

[@ManuelOrtizification]

Arrma safe-D pinion and drill a little dimple into the motor shaft for the set screw to sit in. I do it for all my higher powered RCs. Unfortunately the issue isnt your motor or gear mesh, its the soft set screw getting squashed on the end and no longer being tight

[@secondhandrc7024]

Hey Jason 👋🏻 yea I’m actually opposite,lol I totally agree with you. At first I was like wait he’s running aftermarket motor so how can pinion be it’s fault. After ya explained the engineering and mount system, it’s definitely Trashix trying ta make you buy there parts. 🤣👍🏻 I’ll stick with my Kraton Beefcake build!! Keep bashin !!

[@roadrunnerorange]

Ive seen these trucks up on ebay the first week it was released,that tells you something.....

[@alex_a_moreno]

I just recently got into RC's about 3 weeks ago and picked me up the sledge, sadly I'm having the same exact issues as the one in this video. I was hoping it wouldn't be having these problems for the price point but I've had no luck. Honestly I regret purchasing the sledge and would have gone for a kronos roller and built it up for right around the same price as the sledge stock. If your thinking about getting yourself a sledge be prepared to spend around $500 more than what you bargained for just on reinforcing the truck with m2c and other stonger metals and around a $1000 if you plan on putting high quality electronics into it as well. My final build for the sledge will cost me around $2,200 total just for perspective, (purchase of sledge included) then again I want all the strong materials and high quality electronics in this thing.

[@JasonPerrinRCVlogs]

And see that is my issue. You can buy a Kronos XTR, Kraton EXB and get WAY better durability straight out of the box. Hopefully it's a good truck for you now.

[@alankowalski8781]

There is no way that truck has $800 in it. It’s a sad day when the E Revo 2.0 is a better truck

[@JoshuaWorth]

I’ve spent $800 on my new sledge in less than a month just replacing broken parts I think I’m done with this truck as well

[@radsk8dad932]

Use a Tekno pinion it has a bigger grub screw with a flat side

[@katiedecker5292]

Funny, that really only person on KZbin that complains about the sledge

[@chrisciantar5183]

100% agree with you . For the price of this truck and the amount of money you have to spend on upgrades to make it reliable is just not worth it. Thank you for your honest review.