Why is this Truck SO CONTROVERSIAL? | Traxxas Maxx Slash

[@3X7Outdoor]

Tell us what YOU think of the MAXX SLASH!

[@maherkahala5269]

I like how Traxxas is doubling down on their super durable chassis such as the xrt a lower center gravity chassis like the xmaxx and not the max slash a lower center gravity to the maxx. For me I just think the performance is lack luster, I’ve seen how easily it flips & the way it jumps makes it feel like it’s a heavier rig than it actually is. Still won’t stop me from going out and spending $700 on it tho 😅

[@jayyoung6117]

i for sure will be getting one… early april they will be in the uk. Nice vid guys 👍👍

[@defiantfury7109]

More like the MASH

[@smitheshn6637]

It will handle like a Brick..like Maxx 😄

[@guymarotta2596]

Anything Traxxas sucks!

[@ArmyOfZin]

I feel like they missed an opportunity to call it the Slaxx.

[@3X7Outdoor]

🤣 that would be good

[@jat08202010]

The raptor r should have been the maxx slash

[@JBsFPV]

Nailed it

[@dudeimdano]

I was thinking the Traxxas mash

[@camvvti]

Lol

[@idan678]

way overpriced for what it is

[@3X7Outdoor]

it really should be $629.99

[@gibsonf06]

⁠@@3X7Outdoormaybe even 599.98

[@jgrc73]

it's just too big. Traxxas open a canna worms with XM because the bigger the rotating mass exponentially more powerful motor and speed controller is needed. 8s is not enough and peoples are budgets are not big enough to build the vehicle properly to really go 60 miles an hour without self-destruction. Has to have a bunch of giant vehicles now too to compete with Traxxas who is much much as you guys hate them are the biggest RC maker 10 times they sell more RC cars than Horizon sells everything think about that The new stampede is going to be the biggest vehicle they've made in the long time because for 400 you're in the door and you know 400 is considered economy now because of all these stupid big trucks and they're not fun and they're super expensive. 8 scale and fifth scale vehicles are a trend that will be gone soon but not soon enough, I've only been in RC for about 40 years so how do I know

[@tom100hp]

@@3X7Outdoortry being in the UK £759.99, and we don’t get any of the deals like batteries and charger for free etc

[@michaelregan427]

You guys have an excellent video format. Well thought out and great audio. It will be interesting to see how this truck does over the next year or so. It actually behaves more like a sct than I thought it would.

[@3X7Outdoor]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@EAmado-x3n]

Been a follower and first time commenting. Really enjoy your vids and the father/son sharing the same hobby. Nice editing, effects and well spoken from both dad and son. Subscribed.

[@3X7Outdoor]

thank you so much! glad to hear it

[@rockstar8o8]

time for a maxx slash drag car build.

[@3X7Outdoor]

Just like our raptor r!

[@gadgetmantwincities]

Your montages are the best!🤩

[@3X7Outdoor]

Glad you like them!

[@SOMNIOHM]

*_Turn it into a 6S XRT!_*

[@3X7Outdoor]

we aint do it rc

[@TheHudsonValleyWanderer]

It looks awesome with the UDR body

[@korbandallas8931]

u guys are great, glad i found the channel.

[@3X7Outdoor]

Welcome aboard!

[@RcScaleTales]

Very cool video , some nice editing

[@3X7Outdoor]

Glad you enjoyed

[@lummox1212]

I had a mojave 6s. It was a beast! I'd say these will be super durable too.

[@Techie_ASMR]

woow.. i m glad i found your channel. so entertaining.. subbed. keep those great videos coming guys. Maxx v1 with wide arms kit is hella stable. so much fun. and since a smaller Tub chassis like the Xmaxx. mini maxx is like the most durable RC right now. maybe you need to change the drive shafts and the spur to metal. but that s it. you are good..

[@3X7Outdoor]

we've almost never broken ours!

[@3X7Outdoor]

ours was the first on youtube and in america

[@frederico1977]

Thanks for sharing and good job! 👍

[@frankiep2314]

Already got mine on pre order thanks for the update and stay safe

[@3X7Outdoor]

Thanks, you too!

[@ublk94gt]

Got mine and ran a couple of packs. I love it so far but we will see when the honeymoon ends and we get down to real business.

[@Shellzwick]

I’ll stick to my Mojave 6s . This ain’t worth my money in my opinion . I didn’t like the maxx motor mount system , don’t want plastic driveshafts , don’t want slick tires , don’t want their electronics . Last but not least I don’t wanna upgrade like all my other Traxxas vehicles

[@rctd3260]

I agree. I’ll probably still end up getting one but I feel that my Mojave 4s is still better lol.

[@Shellzwick]

@@rctd3260 I’ll get one only if I can get it for great price . I might just convert my maxx to one cause how terrible it handles compared to my other cars

[@3X7Outdoor]

good opinion, everyone prefers something different and thats what the hobby is all about right now

[@overdosed51]

Get an aluminum servo saver, a good quality servo, and some arrma mojave 6s tires and your maxx will handle like a race buggy 🤟 (i actually hated my maxx until i did those mods, now i find my self enjoying it sooo much more)​@Shellzwick

[@Shellzwick]

@@overdosed51 i got everything you named . I’ll try it

[@WoodsUnknown]

I can't wait to get my traxxas Maxx v2. Awesome video as always.

[@3X7Outdoor]

Thanks 👍

[@chrisryder4709]

Mine will be here tomorrow , that pathetic servo , is out first off !! Good video guys !

[@3X7Outdoor]

it IS an xmaxx servo

[@KenneyC001]

LOVE it. Went through the first set of tires pretty quick. got some Proline tires I'm tryin out now

[@3X7Outdoor]

Great to hear!

[@FunnyGuy177]

i can't wait to get mine! thanks for the great video as always ❤

[@3X7Outdoor]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@nola_mouse]

i think it looks really cool!

[@rt66rc86]

The FACT is, this is a great handling RC right out of the box for the RC drivers that have good driving skills and good learning skills. I did want a stiffer suspension all the way around on mine, so installed a set of VG racing springs to settle body roll down a bit. It drives and handles extremely well! I use this on blacktop or concrete only as I have other RCs that I use for dirt and sand. Don't listen to the "Traxxas haters" who talk out of their backsides or the guys that can't drive, because all they know how to do is "Bash"... This Maxx Slash is a GREAT RC and well worth the investment!

[@3X7Outdoor]

Well said!

[@popcorn8199]

Pick mine up Friday! Can't wait!

[@3X7Outdoor]

awesome! 😎

[@myharryface]

It's awesome! I'm getting one. I have a Maxx V2 and it's amazing. I have a Slash Ultimate and it's amazing. They are both my most used RCs in my collection. A blend of both of those ... genius.

[@3X7Outdoor]

Right on! o

[@tomaszmolesztak9802]

Great movie, great channel. 👏 👏 👏

[@travisgross9570]

It's great when it polarizes.

[@3X7Outdoor]

true

[@XWXW-lk4jf]

I had one but ended up trading out of it at the hobby shop within 2 months of buying it. Within the first two weeks the esc needed to be replaced. Because it was brand new, I sent the entire truck back to Traxxas to get it replaced. That cost $65 to do. I then went out and bought a 6s Mojave and after experiencing that awesome machine, i quickly lost interest in the Maxx/slash. It is inferior in every way to the Mojave despite bring $80 more. Zero throttle control at low speeds which for $700 I demand. I despise vechiles thar surge and cog after the lightest touch of the throttle. For what it's worth, I did put the 4s system from the Maxx into the Maxx/slash to see if that made it drive better and it absolutely did. Significantly better throttle control and when swapping out the Spur gear for a 46 tooth, with the stock pinion gear, it hit 50 mph. This vechile should have been 4s. 6s is too much for it across the board and here lies the major problem with the vechile. It comes over-geared and over-motored out of the box and this greatly affects everything from throttle control to handling leading it to be very much inferior to the 6s Mojave which does not suffer from either of those issues. The last thing I will complain about is the lack of protection from debris. This collected more debris than any other vechile I have ever owned. It was terrible. The Mojave is not great either with debris protection but much better than this. Plus, on the Mojave you can buy some excellent inner-fenders from Scorched RC which once installed do a very good job of keeping debris out. The Maxx/Slash is significantly worse than my HPI WR8 which sits low to the ground. All in all, it needs a lot of work.

[@FreeMan-JPLK]

Great video ! 👍

[@3X7Outdoor]

Glad you liked it!

[@breadclips7366]

finnaly someone my age reviewing rcs keep it up

[@3X7Outdoor]

haha thank you bro!

[@danielfelix6243]

First time watching your videos don’t know if that older gentleman is your dad. I hope he is but I think it’s pretty cool how you guys decuss the vehicle back-and-forth.

[@3X7Outdoor]

yep he's my dad! glad you liked it!

[@benscootin4329]

I really like this hybrid, but I'm completely sold yet.. Is the motor mount better than the Maxx v1?

[@3X7Outdoor]

whats wrong with the one on the maxx v1

[@bazis98]

Much different. It now sits on a plate with pins in yhe bottom and has a cradle around it, as well as the screw in top corner of the motor plate.

[@edwardanca69]

Best review out there. Bought a green one and iam so happy

[@3X7Outdoor]

thank you so much!

[@BlixxardRC]

If i already have the maxx(v2) so is it worth getting it?

[@Ammondude]

Looking to get another basher/grass capable truck. I have a classic TMAXX, a bandit VXL an erevo1/16, and a TRX4M. I'm torn between this Maxx Slash or a Maxx. Do you have an opinion which one is better all around? I'm usually driving on soccer fields, dirt/loose gravel, or my backyard grass. I've never been to a track, and I probably won't get into that yet. The TMAXX is a blast but way too big to run around the yard/driveway so i don't use it as often. The ERevo 1/16 is awesome around the yard but struggles with tall grass (bandit more so). Maybe i should just buy them all lol, but would love your opinion based on my usage which I one to get that'll be fun on grass and dirt, and maybe around the yard

[@rudebuddha4895]

Just bought the MOJAVE 4S and still have no regrets considering the prices involved. Just saying.

[@3X7Outdoor]

totally understand you there

[@StraitJacketRC]

You recommend the truck, with an insane price tag without having driven it, and with so much negative experiences out there from people actually ran them, how is that?? In a world where only traxass exists I'm sure it would be fine. But, there are other options out there. Traxass doesn't have the die-hard fans like they used to, they will and do buy other brands and either of the Mojave are a better performer AND value. After watching actual running footage like Razer RC I would be very mad if I picked this up off your recommendations, just saying.

[@3X7Outdoor]

that's your opinion. are we supposed to make sure we tell everyone NOT TO BUY IT?

[@StraitJacketRC]

@@3X7Outdoor No, you are supposed to try it before recommending it. At least most people do that’s my opinion at least. The whole point of a video is so we can come to our own conclusions based on what you show. I’d recommend at least telling them to wait for the price drop like sledge had, since it was over priced and not selling. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@3X7Outdoor]

this wasn't a review

[@StraitJacketRC]

@@3X7Outdoor definitely not a review that’s for sure. Just an opinion from someone that hadn’t ran it yet but suggested you go buy one. I’m curious if you paid for yours.

[@jgrc73]

@@3X7Outdoor probably not best to be confrontational with trolls if you're the maker of the video but it's an excellent point and you know what if you titled your video don't buy this piece of crap you get 1 million hits because it's all about the negativity but trust me your presentation style is good just more factual and more driving footage or any driving footage

[@Hunterdietzman]

I have it. For the terrain im using it in, some stiffer suspension would be nice. Its normal height while stationary uses like half the travel. Bottoms out really easily.

[@Blackfreak243]

Cant decide between this or a maxx for a rumbler.

[@3X7Outdoor]

tough one!

[@XxHazelnutxXx]

Nice quality

[@3X7Outdoor]

ok

[@KurtsRCs]

Great video, It is a cool truck, What would it look like and how would it handle with the Maxx wide kit on it.

[@3X7Outdoor]

we were thinking the same thing! tires would probably not pass and rub on the body

[@familyrc777]

Great vid, big fan! I grew up rcing with my dad! So we relate to your channel! Who’s going to be the first to throw a Widemaxx kit on the Maxx Slash? That should be interesting 🤔 lol.

[@3X7Outdoor]

i think "Do Rc" did something similar!

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

I agree the Maxx Slash should have been launched as the Raptor R, I think Traxxas missed that opportunity. Curios to see what switching the Maxx Slash wheel and tyre combo over to the E Revo makes a difference performance wise. Nice comparision content though.

[@3X7Outdoor]

thank you! true that

[@chucklanman3315]

i love my Arrma Senton

[@3X7Outdoor]

great

[@harlyquin]

6:48 if the maxx slash is 1/10 then what do you call the normal 1/10 slash?, also when it comes to scale its tricky with things like the revo since it dosent exist in real life, alot of people base scale on size when thats not how scale works

[@chrisb8489]

My local hobby shop will be around $969 cdn before tax. I'm not really seeing the value there, but I do love what traxxas has done. Maybe they'll 'slash' the price haha

[@ublk94gt]

Where do you live? I paid. 699 plus tax.

[@chrisb8489]

@@ublk94gt Ontario, Canada

[@SmilingNightSkyline-rx3nk]

@@chrisb8489yeah truck is around $1000+ where I live but I saw people put the wide max kit on the slash makes it’s super durable when added so I think it’s worth the price especially if you got money for it

[@chrisb8489]

@@SmilingNightSkyline-rx3nk thats very interesting, i'll look into that. Thanks !

[@rhealgagnon1460]

Hahah yes I got parts for my v1 maxx again lol I do t need to worry so much

[@3X7Outdoor]

nice!

[@rctd3260]

Something I’ve noticed a long time ago is the fact that they call them “clipless” bodies. Maybe they should say “pinless” because like on the Maxx Slash even though there not hood pins they still use a “clip” system. Just a thought.💭

[@3X7Outdoor]

i mean true if we're being literal. maybe postless

[@rctd3260]

@@3X7Outdoor I call them clipless too actually. Just something I noticed

[@3X7Outdoor]

good observation!

[@motododo4626]

I just got my maxx slash with the rock n roll body can't wait to rip should be dry tomorrow.

[@3X7Outdoor]

awesome!

[@donniewiggs8749]

The music is awesome

[@Mark-yy2vw]

For me it's the price, here in the UK its 759 but a max is 599

[@3X7Outdoor]

ouchh 😕

[@smitheshn6637]

Hello.. I heard that "Shock Extender" won’t work with Maxx V2 arms.. can you guys please check that???

[@3X7Outdoor]

we'll see if we can get ahold of them

[@smitheshn6637]

@@3X7Outdoor Okay thanks.. please do check on Maxx V2 arms

[@3X7Outdoor]

@@smitheshn6637will do

[@3X7Outdoor]

uploaded just now!

[@3X7Outdoor]

do the maxx slash droop things work on a widemaxx? #rccar #traxxas #youtubeshorts #questionanswer

[@pablosgarage707]

ordered a green one today!

[@Ichwiebrot]

Slash Maxx or UDR? I wonder what to buy, leaning towards UDR for the metal gear servo and larger suspension, but I don’t know for sure. Didn’t watch the full video before commenting, thanks for the detailed review!

[@3X7Outdoor]

I would personally say the slash maxx is going to be your best option because it's going to be pretty easy and self-explanatory to work on and the Mod support is wonderful

[@mikes062]

Both will be great trucks but it depends on how you want to drive it, the udr with the solid rear axle is more of a scale experience but if you’re looking for something to just drive everywhere and jump and beat on the slash is probably better for you. Either are great it just depends on what you want to do.

[@3X7Outdoor]

great insight!

[@mikes062]

@@3X7Outdoor thanks! My brother has a udr and it’s awesome but I don’t think it’ll bash like the Maxx slash. I picked up the losi hammer rey a few weeks ago in the horizon blizzard sale and it’s very similar to the udr, and while it’s an awesome truck and I’ve really liked running it, it does not handle like my 1/10 slashs so I’d imagine the Maxx slash is like those but even more capable

[@adamsabz6179]

Udr sucks so bad

[@jeromedaniels3914]

Nice 👍🏾

[@3X7Outdoor]

Thanks 💯

[@davidd9289]

I got it put the spacers in the front and it leavals out the truck 4 buck upgrade worth it and better springs and it's a beast

[@bloodeaglexx8182]

I got one and sold.my maxx themax slash is insane bro

[@3X7Outdoor]

awesome!

[@RandomEditz93]

probably one of my favorite cars that traxxas has released

[@3X7Outdoor]

same here!

[@country8184]

I think traxxas was thinking since the slash is so popular in 1/10 scale they figured they would try in a bigger scale

[@JesseSerna-s5g]

Arguably with the scales it's the same as new omni terminator... called it 10 but more like 12 but it's bigger then some 12s I have... and your revo body is same size but wheel base way wider hense the size.... same as revo 3.3 vs hoss both 10 scale body's but the wheel base about double... but love the explanation and compassion dope vid

[@3X7Outdoor]

thank you for your insight!

[@Paul0088]

I like it but have the 4s Mojave already and the UK price is high

[@3X7Outdoor]

truth

[@timmanis2000]

I got mine yesterday!!

[@3X7Outdoor]

awesome

[@TheHudsonValleyWanderer]

Honestly feel if they put a more scale looking tire on there they'd sell more. The Maxx slash just looks like they put monster truck tires on a slash. I kind of want one though 😆

[@robdogboy78]

It run great on 4s, it power slide very nicely

[@3X7Outdoor]

Yes it does!

[@GearStreet]

🔥🗣️

[@3X7Outdoor]

🗣️🔥

[@Trashcan9999]

Buying my friends maxx for 300, still want a maxx slash but not right now.

[@3X7Outdoor]

hope you like it

[@Trashcan9999]

@@3X7Outdoor so far, it goes way faster than I thought it would.

[@3X7Outdoor]

nice!!

[@bazis98]

Dunno if anyone has pointed this out or not already, but the lower suspension arms are NOT Maxx arms. They have their own part number and are a slightly different design. The upper arms however are V1 Maxx arms.

[@3X7Outdoor]

it's debatable because how much of a difference does it actually make

[@Smok-stack17]

1/10 slash is truly 1/8 scale but the max slash looks like 1/7 scale never the less can't wait to get one

[@3X7Outdoor]

Awesome!

[@truerc]

It's 1/8 if you convert it to a buggy, but trophy trucks are large in real life. The original Slash is 1/10 scale. Just do the math based on the real thing.

[@LeBlanc10]

im back here 7months later to see if there were any new videos or updates on this and can hardly find any. the mohave is doing really well in comparison. this car was definitely over priced. and for the people saying it costs more because Traxxas makes their own parts, thats exactly why it should cost less. it costs more to have to outsource and buy parts when its on such a large scale especially when you already have most of those parts in stock.

[@3X7Outdoor]

these are sent to us as press cars by traxxas! we can't keep them forever!

[@richardharrold8658]

Good video fellas. I have a Slash, always wanted a Maxx and now this. Traxxas really knows how to keep the Rc heads coming back lol

[@3X7Outdoor]

Yes they do

[@saubrnthedragon9296]

I mean if the maxx is as you say nearly unbreakable then you'll never believe me when I say that I broke mine in one afternoon simply by hitting a curb and I broke the part in which the part number is 8932 on the front assembly and it's a serious pain in my butt but I will be getting the 8932X in the mail with is a blue aluminum variant to the part so I'll be able to get my slash fixed and ready for more stunts and stuff 😂

[@3X7Outdoor]

wild curb i guess 😂

[@dylanwhite6539]

The erevo is 1/8th scale. The sledge is a 1/8th scale, and the erevo was the same wheelbase and same size wheels. It was a silly thing from the original erevo era when the 1/8th class wasn’t fully developed yet.

[@3X7Outdoor]

thanks for the info!

[@haywardadams9789]

Not impressed just a nother slash rather buy a 1/5

[@3X7Outdoor]

good to know

[@RickyD1968]

It looks really awesome and tuff but the $700 price tag you don't even get a motor fan or Bluetooth module but you get all of the sensor's WTH Traxxas ??????????

[@3X7Outdoor]

true, its pretty spendy

[@jaydog77]

If a regular slash is 1/10 how the hell is the maxx a 1/10😂

[@3X7Outdoor]

Just by comparison to the erevo 2.0

[@BlairW66]

The revo isn't 10th scale either no matter what traxxas call it lol. It's 8th.

[@nathanwood1567]

I feel like a 6s Rustler is Next‼️

[@3X7Outdoor]

🤫🤫

[@Rckid28]

It’s controversial because Traxxas leaked it themselves just to bring hype…

[@3X7Outdoor]

😬🙊

[@51panhead91]

I like this truck. I would consider buying it if it didn’t come with such ugly graphics. Not sure why Traxxas doesn’t make it look like a real truck with sponsor decals on it and such. I hate all those wedge like stripes. It makes it look toyish. Hopefully it will come in a builder’s kit with a clear body.

[@3X7Outdoor]

theres are green and blue and red bodies

[@FranksRC638]

I cant believe i walked into a hobby store told the guy to give me the most badass truck out and he sold me this pos

[@chaser1357]

Got me too.

[@maxeriousbrooks9807]

For me its just a maxx with a slash body and bumpers on it... its not a sct i guess you could say that about a lot of rc model variants adapted from the same core chassis but its not a slash even the name suggests its a Maxx..slash i think its viewed incorrectly by most but there's nothing wrong with a maxx with a slash body on it lol

[@3X7Outdoor]

good take!

[@noquarterschavez5415]

Great video I think it was better then MSM

[@3X7Outdoor]

thank you 🤣

[@RCRoads]

Awesome coverage of the Maxx Slash. The low CG and 6s power plant really adds to the performance and stability. 🏁🏁

[@3X7Outdoor]

Thanks! 👍

[@justincase948]

Should come with metal driveshafts that’s the only thing I can see ..👍👍👊🏻👊🏻

[@3X7Outdoor]

true!

[@AmplifiedRblxYt]

I know everyone is saying mojave 6s is better but i just like the maxx slash more lol

[@chadhumphries3970]

Traxxas builds disposable rc cars , just a bunch if bathers to be sold broken on marketplace a year later

[@RCCarsLover]

Great Truck, new subscribe from me

[@willanderson5088]

Cause you can get either Mojave for less and have a way better rc. I love my trx4’s and my slash but yeah better brands for better bashers imo. Does look sweet I will save that but not worth the price tag

[@3X7Outdoor]

you're on board with everyone else

[@robertmappus5668]

I like mine . Better handling looks and price isnt too bad . It's alot like my maxx. My arrma 4s mojave can't hold anything on this vehicle

[@3X7Outdoor]

good to know

[@robertmappus5668]

Thx 😊

[@mymom1824]

The reason it's controversial is because it's handling, jumping is horrendous, servo and tires suck and it's priced like a premium vehicle which it definitely is not. If you want one, recommend waiting a few months when the people who care about performance are selling theirs.

[@ib4217]

It's controversial because they made yet another vaguely scaled short course truck that doesn't belong on a racetrack instead of giving us a basher proof summit version 2 that they sued arrma over for making a better version called the nero.

[@3X7Outdoor]

thats a good take on it

[@mikemartin6857]

I will never understand why folks say clipless body then push 4 clip release buttons to detach the body 🤷

[@3X7Outdoor]

just what traxxas calls it lol, pinless or postless would be a better term i suppose

[@jackschoen224]

That is a 1/8th scale truck as well as the erevo the slash in 1/10 and is still on the the bigger side of 1/10

[@3X7Outdoor]

erevo was called 1/10th

[@majesty2699]

We got some in where i work already, its an alright truck but not worth $700. It just drives like a big slash. Loves to roll over way too much. Youre much better off getting a normal maxx. All the cons of the slash come with this thing.

[@3X7Outdoor]

good to know!

[@truerc]

Scale is just math. 1/8 would equal a 16.5 inch wheelbase if using the original 1/10 Slash as a base.

[@3X7Outdoor]

good to know

[@gangstafish25]

My m2c'd notorious will eat that thing for breakfast.

[@f687sNFM]

Controversial since its massively overpriced for what it offers, given the competition offers more for less the price I hear the handling is worse

[@3X7Outdoor]

going to have to get one and tell us

[@dylanwhite6539]

Price needs to come down. $649 at least. Then they can bring the UDR back down to 699.

[@3X7Outdoor]

totally agree

[@0thers1d3]

Too good? Lol. Traxxas fans are just brainwashed. The Mojave has been doing it better for less for years now. Lol. This thing doesn't exist compared to the Mojave.

[@3X7Outdoor]

we'll have to see over time since we don't have a mojave

[@carltruva8872]

I have one they are bad ass

[@trashydrifter7557]

It comes stock with a wheelie bar?!?!? 🤢… but looks great in general

[@3X7Outdoor]

yes it does 🙄

[@tommygunnz450]

You can get a 6s kraton exb for $700, metal diff cases, metal chassis braces, shock towers, etc. How can they charge 700 for plastic. It handles bad and rolls like crazy. I don't understand, and plastic is good in some cases but you can't tell me plastic is the same price as aluminum. Not to mention Traxxas electronics are garbage