I had the grub screw come out of the rear end. That connects the rear input gear to the rear drive cup. I had to take my sledge apart within 24 hours of ownership. I made a video. And you earned a sub from me!
@@rcilluminati26 i know the X-Maxx and it's spur gear are a really pain for brand new customers. I heard about it so the day I got my X-Maxx, I checked mine and it was hella tight. it's just life. Human error, that's all.
Good info. I need to do mine and watching your video, I forgot what mine looked like new. Seems I need to replace the front drive couplers too. The dog bone grooves “look stock”, but is probably because I never added O rings. Will be interesting to see if it helps my shifting dog bone pins. I have had to replace a couple due to that, already.
Yep. Just happened to me this morning and I picked up the sledge yesterday..and I’ve only been doing field and parking lot runs so far (although I have taken some tumbles) but the front CVD snapped right off. No parts in stock for sledge yet locally, gotta wait for order to come in now. Edit: update: contacted Traxxas. They requested pics of the damage, serial number and proof of purchase and it appears that they are going to send me a new CVD. Customer service on point. Will keep posted if anything changes
i just purchased a new sledge i guess the 2024 model. Love the videos btw. Anyway just saying that this issue has been fixed on new model. Well mine at least it actually has a metal donut behind problem area. fix not needed but very good to know ty
Simple fix with the O-rings, many other manufacturers fit O - rings in their drive cups to stop this very problem. What are Traxxas engineers doing releasing an $800 truck that has plain obvious issues with the dogbones, seems Traxxas are asleep @ the wheel.
Weird, I thought traxxas was putting o-rings in them now. I just got my sledge the other day ( was on backorder for a month from Amain ).. no orings. Thanks for the video i'll add some to mine.
Wonder why they specified orings as opposed to longer shafts... I'm guessing because they already had the shafts manufactured so the rings were a cheaper/ easier fix. If they missed this after "thousands of hours of testing" wonder what other issues will pop up. Or it's a QC issue... either way not a great start to their big halo product imo
They are shorter by design - a longer driveshaft will bend on a big hit when the arm flexes in. It is better to have a shorter driveshaft with o-rings as spacers. Lots of manufacturers do it like this.
Thanks, its a Hobao driver handle that came in a kit. The tips werent very good so I switched to MIP. Not sure if they sell just the handle but I'd actually like two more myself so I dont have to keep switching out tips. eshop.hobao-racing.com/p/87337-tool-set-1-4drive-9pc-w-handle?pp=48
I just got a sledge today, I saw in one of your videos you fitted a fan to the motor. Where did you plug it in to the receiver? What size screws do I need to mount a fan? Thanks,
Sir I really enjoy your videos I'm even subscribed to your channels but you definitely need to get a microphone. It's hard to hear your videos. But please keep them coming
I had it pop out twice today so instead of the o-rings, I’m going to try two small bearings so it continues to have smooth movement. The o-rings seem to be a temporary fix that will eventually wear out or pop out.
I have a lossy Baja Ray 110 and the driver side dog bone keeps coming out of my outdrive by my dif how could it like did it shrink or something one size perfect and now this side keeps coming out I put on new steering knuckles bearings and keeps coming out maybe that's a losi for you
I'd be worried metal could get jammed up in there and cause an issue. I would stick to some type of rubber or plastic. O-rings are easy to find at any hardware store
It’s more preventative. Some have run them without doing a thing and have been ok. I come from a racing background and I prep everything I can to prevent little things from ruining a fun day. -still bring a backup though. Lol
Easily fixed by adjusting the droop screws a bit...........oh wait I forgot traxxas did away with almost all suspension tuning options on this 800 dollar truck.
It actually not an issue when its drooped, its when the wheel is fully raised. I think droop screws will only be needed if you want to adjust ride height for a track, but yeah, for $800, some sway bars would've been nice.
@@rcilluminati26 once the cups start wearing it would be nice to limit how ar the arms come down or it could pop out when the shocks are fully decompressed. Adding droop screws would have also helped shock life because the could be overextending in the air off jumps. And 800 dollar truck has no excuse to not have sway bars, droop screws, or adjustable tie rides.
Its a great platform, as with every RC, it needs some work to really be bulletproof. Give it a few months and this will all be resolved by aftermarket. Before you complain about price, look at pretty much every Kraton out there. Guys are spending hundreds on chassis and braces, shock towers etc... all to make it tougher. Adding two O-rings is really nothing for a new RC
There really should not be a need to add a "shim" - thats a very lousy solution imo. Looks like the dogbones are not the right length. Traxxas put shorter for whatever reason - probably to save money and not have to design/manufacture new ones.
The dogbones need some play but this is an issue only when the arm is fully raised. The orings solve the problem. Arrma have rubber spacers in theirs too.
@@rcilluminati26 jfyi, I found a video showing that you can use the front CV axes in the back - they fit perfectly without needing the orings and that also solves the issue.
They should look in to the mirror before mocking Arrma being inferior than their products. Just look at the leaked "internal use only" training leaflet.. 🤣
This is the reasons why you have 1.5K subscribers 👌👍. Keep up the good work sir! Picking up mine next week ! Cheers!
Awesome! Thank you!
I had the grub screw come out of the rear end. That connects the rear input gear to the rear drive cup. I had to take my sledge apart within 24 hours of ownership. I made a video. And you earned a sub from me!
Cool man, I really wish they sold all cars as a kit so we could build them ourselves. Would be nice is they were $100 cheaper that way too.
@@rcilluminati26 i know the X-Maxx and it's spur gear are a really pain for brand new customers. I heard about it so the day I got my X-Maxx, I checked mine and it was hella tight. it's just life. Human error, that's all.
Just got the sledge last week and mine came with these o rings installed already, yay lol
Thanks for showing this well. I am trying to grab one today so I will have to do this.
Awesome truck, you’re gonna love it. Just needs some attention before driving it, like most RCs.
Good info. I need to do mine and watching your video, I forgot what mine looked like new. Seems I need to replace the front drive couplers too. The dog bone grooves “look stock”, but is probably because I never added O rings. Will be interesting to see if it helps my shifting dog bone pins. I have had to replace a couple due to that, already.
Yep. Just happened to me this morning and I picked up the sledge yesterday..and I’ve only been doing field and parking lot runs so far (although I have taken some tumbles) but the front CVD snapped right off.
No parts in stock for sledge yet locally, gotta wait for order to come in now.
Edit: update: contacted Traxxas. They requested pics of the damage, serial number and proof of purchase and it appears that they are going to send me a new CVD.
Customer service on point. Will keep posted if anything changes
Thank you. Getting my sledge tomorrow. Glad I came across this video.
Awesome! You’re going to love it.
i just purchased a new sledge i guess the 2024 model. Love the videos btw. Anyway just saying that this issue has been fixed on new model. Well mine at least it actually has a metal donut behind problem area. fix not needed but very good to know ty
Nice, I think they fixed most of the issues
WoW Traxxas! The quality-control and test department must have been on vacation letting this mishap out the door!
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Simple fix with the O-rings, many other manufacturers fit O - rings in their drive cups to stop this very problem. What are Traxxas engineers doing releasing an $800 truck that has plain obvious issues with the dogbones, seems Traxxas are asleep @ the wheel.
Sometimes it’s the simple things.
Great quick fix and helpful video thank you!
Holy crap, good catch man. Enjoying your videos.
Thanks!
Weird, I thought traxxas was putting o-rings in them now. I just got my sledge the other day ( was on backorder for a month from Amain ).. no orings. Thanks for the video i'll add some to mine.
I guess it takes a while for the factory to get the message. Lol
8:01 it's for adjusting the roll center. Camber is adjusted by changing the length of the link.
Yes my dogbone keeps popping out. Put 2 o rings in both sides. Let's see if it helps
Foam ear plugs work as well, cut off a little chunk and shove it in there
Mine comes tomorrow. Thanks for this video.
Wonder why they specified orings as opposed to longer shafts... I'm guessing because they already had the shafts manufactured so the rings were a cheaper/ easier fix. If they missed this after "thousands of hours of testing" wonder what other issues will pop up. Or it's a QC issue... either way not a great start to their big halo product imo
They are shorter by design - a longer driveshaft will bend on a big hit when the arm flexes in. It is better to have a shorter driveshaft with o-rings as spacers. Lots of manufacturers do it like this.
@@zelph1844 Yes but the 0-rings are installed at FACTORY ..Lol
Thanks.
Getting mine on Friday.
Did you also check the front and rear diffs? I saw the video about the center diff
Didn’t check the front or rear but they feel good spinning the wheels. After doing just the center, I’m happy with the performance
Also love the channel name. Not sure I can trust you man.....hahaha
Haha! You have no choice, must obey!!! Lol
Thank you for the tip
Could you let us know where can we get the O ring? Web site product link is good for us
Thank you 🙏
I have a kit from Harbor Freight. You just need some with an outside diameter of 10 or 11mm
Can you share the Hex Driver handle mfg and p/n you are using for your MIP tips? Thanks so much. Love the vids. Very helpful!!!!
Thanks, its a Hobao driver handle that came in a kit. The tips werent very good so I switched to MIP. Not sure if they sell just the handle but I'd actually like two more myself so I dont have to keep switching out tips.
eshop.hobao-racing.com/p/87337-tool-set-1-4drive-9pc-w-handle?pp=48
@@rcilluminati26 thank you!!!
Nicely done!
I just got a sledge today, I saw in one of your videos you fitted a fan to the motor. Where did you plug it in to the receiver? What size screws do I need to mount a fan? Thanks,
The screws are m2, I used 16mm long.
Any open channel should provide power, I think I used ch4
I know Arrma sells some drivecup inserts ARA311028 maybe they fit bettet than o-rings!
Nevermind you did mention it later in the video! 😉
They’re too small. I’m sure someone is 3D printing these as we speak.
A finally placed there 10mm diameter with 2mm thick rubber. Had 12mm also, but i was to big.
Yes, 10 is perfect. No issues with my rear axles since doing this
8960 is the part# stock its supposed to come with those opps rushing to get some sold.
Sir I really enjoy your videos I'm even subscribed to your channels but you definitely need to get a microphone. It's hard to hear your videos. But please keep them coming
Its on my to do list, thanks
I had it pop out twice today so instead of the o-rings, I’m going to try two small bearings so it continues to have smooth movement. The o-rings seem to be a temporary fix that will eventually wear out or pop out.
Interesting, rubber tubing also works. Make sure there’s still a little side to side play. You don’t want side pressure on the bearings.
I have a lossy Baja Ray 110 and the driver side dog bone keeps coming out of my outdrive by my dif how could it like did it shrink or something one size perfect and now this side keeps coming out I put on new steering knuckles bearings and keeps coming out maybe that's a losi for you
Check you bearings, if they're worn it can happen
Don't forget the droop screws
So far I’m not finding that the arms droop too much but I think for track use they can def help.
Sway bars too.
Thank you!
So I'm about to buy the Sledge. All videos I'm watching on this are 9 months old. Has Traxxas fixed this
From what Ive heard, they now come with the o-rings and Traxxas even has an upgrade cvd axle for these.
Would a metal washer work, or would it be better to have something soft in there to absorb some impact?
I'd be worried metal could get jammed up in there and cause an issue. I would stick to some type of rubber or plastic. O-rings are easy to find at any hardware store
Cool!!!
Leave it to Traxxas for making a rig you have to fix before it ever touches dirt.
It’s more preventative. Some have run them without doing a thing and have been ok. I come from a racing background and I prep everything I can to prevent little things from ruining a fun day. -still bring a backup though. Lol
Well, in the Manual / Exploded View is a O-Ring as Standard
Need longer shaft
I believe M2C racing is already working on front and rear shafts.
@@rcilluminati26 be sweet but ppl should hold Traxxas accountable for half ass made product that’s not cheap
Easily fixed by adjusting the droop screws a bit...........oh wait I forgot traxxas did away with almost all suspension tuning options on this 800 dollar truck.
It actually not an issue when its drooped, its when the wheel is fully raised. I think droop screws will only be needed if you want to adjust ride height for a track, but yeah, for $800, some sway bars would've been nice.
@@rcilluminati26 once the cups start wearing it would be nice to limit how ar the arms come down or it could pop out when the shocks are fully decompressed. Adding droop screws would have also helped shock life because the could be overextending in the air off jumps. And 800 dollar truck has no excuse to not have sway bars, droop screws, or adjustable tie rides.
You need a stand so you can show people properly
Thanks, but this video could have been done in 3 min.
I always say I’m going to make vids short and I never can. Lol
Some like the longer edits so can’t please everyone I guess.
$800 and having to do this mod is a joke!! People are still kissing it’s arse 😂
Its a great platform, as with every RC, it needs some work to really be bulletproof. Give it a few months and this will all be resolved by aftermarket. Before you complain about price, look at pretty much every Kraton out there. Guys are spending hundreds on chassis and braces, shock towers etc... all to make it tougher. Adding two O-rings is really nothing for a new RC
There really should not be a need to add a "shim" - thats a very lousy solution imo. Looks like the dogbones are not the right length. Traxxas put shorter for whatever reason - probably to save money and not have to design/manufacture new ones.
The dogbones need some play but this is an issue only when the arm is fully raised. The orings solve the problem.
Arrma have rubber spacers in theirs too.
@@rcilluminati26 jfyi, I found a video showing that you can use the front CV axes in the back - they fit perfectly without needing the orings and that also solves the issue.
@@VandalBee I actually think I made a video on that. Lol.
19 mins video for a 1 min fix……..
Having a bad day?
They should look in to the mirror before mocking Arrma being inferior than their products. Just look at the leaked "internal use only" training leaflet.. 🤣
I havent heard anything about that. They def stirred up some controversy but got a lot of free publicity along the way
@@rcilluminati26 Tomley has a video about it.
Should not have to fix a 800 dollor truck to run it Traxxas nah sorry bud
It’s now done at the factory
Annoying repeats himself can't work an talk at same time wow
I'm making videos trying to help people, go f yourself if you dont like them