Friday, December 30, 2011

Stampede VXL 4x4 Monster Truck | At the begin, it was Traxxas Stampede...

Traxxas Stampede is very well known monster truck in rc world and it deserves few words. This truck was one of the first Traxxas trucks and it is still in manufacturing. The whole Stampede platform has been improved several times because of the market demand.In this post I will say few words about Stampede history and specifications.

Traxxas Stampede was introduced 1994 and is was first Monster Truck that was released from Traxxas. Since 2006, Stampede was represented in four versions. Stampede XL 5, VXL 4x4, VXL 2WD and Nitro Stampede. Stampede XL 5 came out with waterproof electronic speed control and Titan 550 brushed motor which reaches speed over 30 mph. Stampede XL 5 was America's most popular Monster truck. Today, 17 years later, Stampede name is still synonym for high quality and high performance Monster Trucks.

Traxxas Stampede VXL 4x4 Monster Truck

In 2007 Traxxas released Stampede VXL 2WD truck with complete new Velineon 3500 Brushless motor with brutal horsepower combined with very high efficiency. Next generation of Stampede VXL was Stampede VXL 4x4 which is even better because of the four wheel drive. This truck has better efficiency and traction. Traxxas Stampede VXL 4x4 successfully combine the power and the ultra-tough suspension which makes this truck unstoppable for any kind of terrain. This is one of the reasons why Stampede VXL 4x4 is so popular. One truck for all types of actions.

Why You Should Pick Stampede VXL 4x4?
Everyone who choose this truck will be satisfied with everything that comes in the package. There is a lot more reasons to choose this truck between others. For instance, Traxxas Stampede offers you choice to do upgrades to see even better performances. Parts availability is also very good so you won't have trouble with this. Support in any Stampede's topic is also covered in text and video form as well. The truck comes in box 100% ready tor run. All you need to do is to charge up the batteries and you're on the road, and you don't have to be an expert to do that.

Stampede is also for those who can't afford more expensive trucks such as E Revo. Stampede and Revo are built on the same platform, but Stampede is cheaper than Revo. Both are great trucks but I prefer Stampede because of the high center ground clearance that gives Stampede its monster look. All in all, Stampede is great truck for everyone who know how to have fun with the radio controlled truck. Everyone who bought Traxxas truck once, it will buy again. My first model was Stampede and now I have Slash 4x4 Ultimate, E Maxx and Stampede. All trucks from Traxxas are great, it is just matter of personal choice and of course, money.

I hope now you have good look about Traxxas Stampede. If you're still not sure and you need more information about this truck I found cool place for you. This site provides all informations about Stampede VXL 4x4 and other models such as Traxxas Stampede XL 5 . You will also find Traxxas Stampede Manual for free.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

How To Do Stampede Motor Upgrades and Where To Find Traxxas Stampede Parts For Upgrades

If you want more horse power for your Stampede, you will need to make motor upgrades. Standard Stampede motor is quite good, but in many cases it's just not good enough and for fifty bucks more you can have real beast. In this post  we will discuss which options you have for your Stampede. At bottom of the page you will find site with all Traxxas Stampede Parts.

 The reason why Titan 550 is replaced
Titan 550 motor is not used only in Traxxas Stampede, it is also used in Traxxas Rustler, and Traxxas Bandit. The main reason why this motor is replaced, is that for $50 more you can get Brushless Velineon 3500 motor, which is much more durable, and stronger than Titan 550. So, when you look at the price of the Titan 550, which is around $25, and the price of the Velineon 3500, which is around $80, of course, you will pick Velineon.

There is always better option such as Velineon 3500 Waterproof motor, which price is around $160, or Mamba Pro Max 5700, which is available from $175. Now, we are talking about two excellent motors with capability to reach speed of 100 mph or even more. Now, I will ask you something. Is this speed something you want for your Traxxas Stampede? If it is, than I will say that is possible to Install Mamba Max Pro 5700 in Stampede, but it could be really hard to reach this speed with Stampede. This motor is made for racing trucks, and cars such as Traxxas Slash, not for Off road trucks. So, if you are going to make this upgrade, you will need to adjust transmission, clutch, tires, suspension, and other things.

From the other side, nobody can tell you how much this motor will live if you use him on Off road terrain. You have to make decision if you want to make your Stampede more racing, or you want it Off road style, as it is. If you don't want racing Stampede, then you don't need Mamba 5700 motor. Velineon 3500 Waterproof motor is more than enough strong for any kind of terrain you could imagine. It is waterproof, so you don't have to worry about the water. With this motor, you will have so much fun.

If you decided to install Mamba 5700, or Velineon 3500, you will need a lot of information. When you do such upgrades, it's good to have a place where you can get support from someone who knows more than you about Traxxas Stampede upgrades.


I have found this great site about Traxxas Stampede Upgrades with all support you'll need. There is also a wide range of all Traxxas Stampede Parts you will need for any kind of upgrades. It helped me a lot. I think it will help you too.

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Traxxas Stampede Body Upgrades - Where to find Traxxas Stampede Bodies

In rc world, body upgrades are very well known and Traxxas Stampede Body upgrades are not the exception. Today, we have so much different and high quality rc trucks that many guys don't know which to pick. Here, at this blog I will talk about Traxxas trucks. As you probably know, Traxxas is one of the most popular manufacturer with big credibility. There is many Traxxas models, but this blog is just about Stampede, and today we will talk about Traxxas Stampede and Stampede Body Upgrades.


Traxxas Stampede is one of the first trucks released from Traxxas. Today we have four variations of Stampede: Stampede XL-5, Stampede 4x4 VXL Brushless, Stampede VXL Brushless which is 2wd and Nitro Stampede.

The best part of all is that Traxxas Stampede shares platform with very well known Traxxas Revo. This gives us much more space for upgrades. 


Traxxas Stampede Body Upgrades

Body plays very big role in upgrades. If you want to build your truck for races, then you will need body with better aerodynamics, so you can achieve higher speed. Many guys underestimate the importance of body shape, but I am telling you, body is very important for racing trucks. Upgrading Traxxas Stampede Body is also great way to make your truck more unique to your style. Upgrades also includes painting so if you don't know anything about this, don't worry. Now you can Learn How To Paint Traxxas Stampede Body.


If you decide to change Traxxas Stampede Body , I have cool site with great support about Traxxas Stampede Bodies , and other cool stuff about Traxxas Stampede. I would like to see you there. Thanks for reading.