Top 5 Upgrades For Traxxas Rustler 4x4 VXL

Today I go over what are in my opinion the top 5 upgrades for the Traxxas Rustler 4x4 VXL! Let us know in the comments some of your favorite upgrades! Please consider subscribing!

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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:07 - 1st
0:29 - 2nd
1:07 - 3rd
1:41 - 4th
2:06 - 5th
2:24 - BONUS!

[JustGrant]

Awesome list of upgrades!! I love the looks of the rustler light kit it’s sooo sick!

[xavierkranendonk]

I have a rustler 4x4 xl-5 but upgraded motor and esc to a 6s hobbywing max 8 2200kv combo and also upgraded the whole drivetrain, it going crazy fast

[usernameistakentryanother]

yo bro were did you get that lighting kit its sick! also u just earned a new sub!

[MatthewKnight-ko]

2:27 - That shits hilarious. Great video, thank you!

[nerfbrothers]

For anyone still looking for upgrades id recommend the metal axles for front and back abt 150$ for front and back total. Mine kept breaking and was agervating to have to keep replacing.

[maszkalman]

I already have two of these upgrades the shocks and the cooling fan... :D

[michaelrowe]

Awesome choice of tires!! I just got my 4x4 rustler to get back into the hobby. I need to check out light sets looks pretty sweet.
I got mx28 badlands put on but I think I need some wheel bearing s or something cuz the front is wobbly. Tires are bigger than I thought. Hope they don't rub.
What gearing is your buddy using? Do you know? I think with stock vxl I may have to gear down with the badlands. Definitely gonna need a better servo as well. Seems pretty weak for my liking. Nice video! Subbed

[ChooChoo_u]

I just bought one of these the other day. Got a 5000mAh battery 3s 25c (same one you got in the video). Traxxas claims this thing will do 65mph+. Will my battery be sufficient or do i need a bigger one? Completely new to this hobby.

[MatMabee]

I've got a 2050kV, a Firma 150a, and a Zeee 6s 100C. 21:32 gearing, GTR shocks. Only frame upgrades I've had to do are the arms with RPM arms and rear aluminium hubs because hitting pebbles at 90 breaks the hole the stainless threaded pin goes through. On nearly 1:1 gearing I don't have a single problem with the grey plastic driveshafts. That being said, it doesn't even have the torque necessary to wheelie with my punch setting.

[MatthewKnight-ko]

Standard Upgrades:
Steel Spur Gear from the Hoss
HD Suspension Kit that comes on the BL2-s
HD Driveshafts that come on the BL2-s

Extreme Upgrades:
540VxL w/ correct ESC
Aluminum Motor Mount
Aluminum Bell Crank
Aluminum Steering Servo

[xandercook]

what about the shafts for wheels cause I have a slash 4x4 and my driveshaft keep on breaking all the time

[BodofLegend]

Would you recommend the sledgehammer tires for the rustler without any additional upgrades? I’ve been eyeballing those for about a year and couldn’t get at least 1 opinion. I don’t do anything heavy with my rustler. I just drive it around mostly flat surfaces.. shorter grass, driveways, basketball courts etc.

[retrox]

Great video! I also have a question abt the tires. Do you think i should get the proline pro1023910 or the pro1015910? I am asking this because the pro1023910 is a lil bigger so it wil be faster. And also how is the balooning on the prolines that you are using in this video? I don't really do stunts so i don't want them to ballon.

[flhandster]

While I know this is an Upgrades video, I’m just curious if you may know what could cause my Rustler 4WD to stop popping wheelies!?! I’ve adjusted the shipper clutch and still no wheelies. PLMK if you may have any thoughts or insights. Trying to get my grandson’s truck up and running. Thank you for the video and your time. 😎🙏🏼

[fabianterf]

Hello thanks for this video, what is the autonomy with the 5000 battery ? thanks

[joewhite]

Do you reccomended upgrading to the differential from the slipper, i found when jumping i stripped my spur gear but if i loosen then sliiper it well slips alot under heavy throttle i cant find the perfect spot for it and i know atleast with the 6780 diff it will handle much more abuse what are your thoughts on this and considering it's about $130au aswell.

[cazadon]

Yes eco-system also know as keep spending money on things you don't need

[but]

Can you fit motor cooling fan and lights to work together ? The esc I know it has it's own fan cable.

[MattCut-ty]

Will I still be able to add the gps and stuff or will I have to take the light kit iff

[Luismnegrito]

Hey guys what batteries do you all recommend? And charger?
I’m new to this hobby just bought a rustler 4x4

I keep hearing that the traxxas batteries are bad and expensive. What is the alternative? What are u guys using?

Thanks