Revo 3.3 motor question

[LoRidin4WD]

I dug my old Revo 3.3 today and saw what I needed to fix it. The only question I have is about the connection rod, I work on motorcycles and know how to tell if the rod is bad on them. " Like checking the bottom bearing by turning the crank to check for hard spots and up and down play! just wondering if it was the same or maybe it was a good rule of thumb to do it everytime you replace the piston and sleeve? Only reason I'm asking is because I see a piston sleeve kit and a piston rod sleeve kit. Just wanting to do it right the first time and not blow money up a wild hogs but!!":

 

[REVO-5309]

Dollarhobbyz have em cheap. Iv bought a full motor in parts from them and just ordered a 380 velineon motor. Heaps cheaper than other stores

 

[joshman1204]

Get the traxxas piston/sleeve and an RB Mods connecting rod. The traxxas rods have a history of breaking so if you are replacing it I would atleast get a decent upgrade.

 

[Bkyd Basher]

Dont forget, u can get a brand new complete motor minus the carb for 94$ shipped.To me after replacing the piston sleeve and bearings, it is way to close in price not to buy the complete. And it is from a trustworthy buyer. I have bought a ton of stuff from him and all was just as described and very reasonable price http://www.ebay.com/itm/Traxxas-TRX...Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5895aa4483