Traxxas Slayer Pro 4x4 Motor went POOF

[Warrior4Jesus]

Was out running tank number 3 through and getting up to 1/2 throttle and poof died. I believe a connecting rod broke and I have no idea how. Off to the warranty department.

 

[hamz9561]

The connecting rod on the TRX 3.3 is a known weak-link in this hobby. The good news is that Traxxas has their power-up program and will sell you a new 3.3 at a reduced cost for you shipping them just your old engine (You'll want to keep the carb and the like).

 

[Warrior4Jesus]

The connecting rod on the TRX 3.3 is a known weak-link in this hobby. The good news is that Traxxas has their power-up program and will sell you a new 3.3 at a reduced cost for you shipping them just your old engine (You'll want to keep the carb and the like).

It's a brand new truck not a week old. They had better replace it for free. Wasn't even broke in.

 

[hamz9561]

Wasn't sure how old it was. They may just require a copy of your receipt in that case.

 

[ninnon]

It's a brand new truck not a week old. They had better replace it for free. Wasn't even broke in.

Send an email to Traxxas, I'm sure they'll give you a replacement.