Need some advice on driveshafts....

[Nitro4127]

I am getting ready to install a picco .26 red dot into my t maxx and I dont think the stock driveshafts, both center and wheel, will hold up to the increased power. I was wondering if anyone could give me suggestions on what kind to get and where to get them....Thanks

 

[Metalhead Matt]

If you have the newer 4908 maxx, you'll be surprised how well the centers hold up. They do give eventually, though. Traxxas hop up shafts are really nice. Last time I looked(6 months or so) they didn't make centers for the extended chassis maxx's. Someone will chime in with some better help. If you have to run the stockers for awhile, a good slipper adjustment will prolong the inevitable.

 

[maxx bash]

i've been thinking about the red dot as well,let us know how you make out! i would suggest robinson racing steel spur gear and i 2nd the proper adjustment to your slipper,that should hopefully save ur shafts

 

[Metalhead Matt]

A steel spur only sends the stress into the tranny internals and causes worse problems. Plastic spurs are fine when the mesh and slipper are adjusted correctly.

 

[Skwerly]

x2 on the slipper adjustment for now.

 

[drdoom405]

Check out my thread on the savage driveshaft mod. This will have you covered for the rear center anyway. I've had this installed with a picco p2 for the past couple weeks and it hasn't let me down yet. My stock one started to stretch out after just a few tanks.

Heres the thread
https://www.rcnitrotalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=75915