5 best TRX-4m steering fixes- and how to mod it to turn 20% tighter
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- čas přidán 14. 11. 2022
- Best steering binding upgrade mod and fix .
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Im getting my trx4m today i cant stop watching these videos because of how excited i am to get it
How is it?
So how has it been?
@@JohnELPadrino33 it’s been awesome had the crap driven out of it buy my little cussins gone down a flight of stairs more than a dozen times haven’t broken anything on it yet
Yea baby
Those headlights were killing me 😂. Great insight sir.
Yeah I remember that about the stupid headlights
Really love my trx4-m. Fast eddy bearings are only $25. Just picked up some today👍. Wish ya the best with full time CZcams Francis. God bless buddy. Keep up the killer content.
Fast Eddy is the ticket! Great performance and value!
Subscribed. Bought a TRX4m for my son and I am stoked to get to mod this thing for improved driving! You are a solid dude!
Thank you for all your great tips. I bought my Traxxas on Friday a Christmas present to me. I came in took at something else. The price point was more than I wanted to spend. And didn’t want a buggy. The guys stated they had the new Traxxas but there on hold. I left. 1/2 hour later we can sell you a Traxxas. I booked on down. I opted for the bead lock rims and brass rings while I was there. I’m blown away by how well this rig works. Yes I went back got a 2nd battery and low gear kit. I also ordered the Ijora? M/T tires and rims. Seen good reviews on them. This has got to be the best bang for your buck crawler rig ever.
I just put Syko Grease on the CVDs and ran it for a while. It helped a ton! Thanks for posting these tips!
Very good to know!
Don't put grease in the CVDs, it attracts dirt and the mixture grinds them very fast, use dry lubricant like graphite powder or just a drop of 3in1 oil as Francis suggested
Damn I’m so glad I found your channel! Just bought one of these today ! You have tons of great information
The TRX4m has a wheelbase of six inches, creating a whole new class.
So far this unit is great for scale/trail running as advertised.
The rest is up to you... or whatever you plan to budget for to create your own dream machine.
GO TRAXXAS!!! GO RC Review!!!
Thumbs up and all the rest of it!
Very good summary!!
I have not seen too many positive reviews of anything Traxxas but I agree. The more we develop, the more can break and fix
Great video RC Review. The TRX4M is a great performer out the box stock. Truck has lots of potential.
It’s all about the potential right? In this truck I think has more cost-effective potential than any RC out there. I can’t wait for all the aftermarket and all the 3-D printer designers out there to come out with stuff
Already got my order in on EBay for my TQI transmitter after watching this :)
That was really good information.
Thank you.
Good video! Great enthusiasm! I thought I heard you say you are doing this full time now? If so good for you man! I know you were stressed out awhile back!
Thanks bud!!
Awsome informative video's keep it going 👍
Thank you!!
Thank you!!🙏
Thank you for the very practical solutions. May biggest complaint about Traxxas is the extremely cheap radio they include in their basic kits. I think this truck might get more people into crawling and trailing because of its price and the parts that will be available.
Very good point Michael. The radio feels good on the hands but it does need more levels of trim and endpoint adjustability. Much cheaper competitors offer those features
You can use graphite instead of grease on the CVD’s. Anything that’s not sealed, we use powdered graphite as it is smoother than grease at this scale and doesn’t attract dust and grime.
Edit: Cheers!!
Very good advice!!!! I always fear dirt and grime when lubing.
Awesome videos!!
Thank you thank you thank you
Bearings make a big difference!
For steering most definitely. I’ll see if there’s any effect on the drivetrain after I install it.
So by the time it’s upgraded the 1/12 😂 Capra would be the buy if scale and size is not your thing. I don’t care about dumping money in upgrading at all just for the person who expects better results out of the box. Thanks for doing this for us I really appreciate it…your the man!
If you also change your bushings to bearings.. you can use the hub bushing as a washer which is 3mm thick
im a little late to this dicussion,just watching the vid and thought i would pull my 4 trx4m broncos out and try your method of checking for wheel binding and to my surprise my 3 stock ones all showed a slight binding, the 4th is upgraded with bearing and alum steering blocks,casters and steering link, no noticable binding on it
Bearing kit throughout will help the drive train fully. There are no bearing in the rear or drivelines either. Also the wheel options for the scx work but the traxxas tire beads are to thick to go in any wheel but theirs. So stuck with the options available.
Flubberstuffers has motor mount plates for the micro Komodo and regular Komodo. Also hop ups for the trailer. And insurers for the tires.
You can drill out brass hubs from the scx to fit the axel on the trx4m. It’s bigger. Then you get a few extra grams down low.
I’m also interested to see if the rubbing goes away with the aluminum arm. Cheers!
Very very cool info. Thank you
Very informative video Francis! Thanks for the awesome content!
My pleasure!
Do you have a link for the different hexes? Thanks and great videos!
Looks like traxxas might have updated the steering link, picked up one today and there is quite a bit of clearance between the front tires and the link at full steering lock, and the link looks like it was redesigned with a little more clearance.
I don't like wheels scrub so I'm not to fond of using the wide hex to fix the wheel issue. Love your videos,you are the go to authority on rc crawling imo.
Going to have to try the low gears and bearing kit I suppose. I don't mind taking stuff apart and putting it all back together,I kind of like it really. 🤙
Agreed. Man puzzle lol
Thanks for the info ! I'll stick with FMS .
Traxxas didn't get it right .
Right on, FMS is a good choice too.
I am new to this and just got my first TRX4 after watched your video. Can you do basic mod/upgrade step by step for beginner like me? So I can follow you in this journey. Thanks
There' are some other channels better at that. I'm better with lists and testing them out in the field to see if they make an appreciable difference.
I just got a TRX4M bronco from traxxas Christmas special where they sent it direct from the factory. I don't seem to have any binding on mine at all like your videos show. I was going to do these mods, but maybe they fixed it? The tires don't hit anything and if i turn it upside down and go super slow and turn the wheel they never stop. Either that or they limited the steering now from the factory. I'll have to try it on one of my other traxxas radios tomorrow.
Very interesting 🤔 I had a hard time getting that transmitter binded. Was only able to get it binded when I took the module out. Wierd
I picked up brand new Bronco and it does not have this binding issue. Runs great out of the box.
Mine is fine also
Great 🎉
I live in a block of flats so any Lipo fire would be disastrous so all my rc models run on Nimhs. I have thought of cutting the Traxxas plug off and making up a connecting lead to a Nimh battery but I don't know if the lipo mode on the ECM2.5 esc can be disabled.
I just noticed that the TRX-4M has beefier CVDs than my Tamiya TT02
Yeah beefy internals on this one.
My servo just gave out on mine (as many people also seem to experience) and I’m just wondering what you would recommend as a good servo. There are a few injora servos I’ve looked at on Amazon one was about $30 and another was about $50 I think, and from what I’ve experienced, injora is a good brand, so I’d think they’re good, but what do you think?
Thanks for all the info/work. I did a couple of your mods (except low gear) to my Defender. When the tires are in the air, steering is smooth. But on ground the Defender gets slower the more you turn despite constant speed on the Controller. And still wobbles/ jerks in turns. Any further ideas/ experiences ? Does upgrading the servo or thinner tires help?
The low gearing will help that for sure. Maybe, grease/lube all the steering pivots if you don't have the bearing kit.
It looks like on the newer TRX4M that are now shipping, the issue is fixed from factory!
Which model of traxxas transmitter are you using with the extra features? Thanks
Nicely explained, I got 2mm spacer hex’s, full bearing set, crawler gearing and a brass steering link. Zero contact points but it’s still very jerky in maxed angles. I have the suspicion that the binding comes from them diff. Any suggestions?
I am with you I did all the fixes and it is still awful! Anyone else unable to solve this? Extremely frustrating!
@@drivefast876 well my guess would be, the locked diffs just push the hole car straight and that could cause the jerkyness
Behind closed doors at Traxxas...
Engineer #1: "Do you think anyone will notice the Bronco can't actually use the 45° stereing angle we're advertising?"
Engineer #2: "Nah. But, if they do, we'll sell them the fix."
Ha ha! Made me smile.
man I really hope the fcx24 comes out in New bodies soon. I just can't do the power wagon
Very true!! They keep just releasing colors.
just buy the bearing anywhere else separately :) you only need to know inner and outer diameters and thickness. Never bought a bearing kit when you can get better/different bearings anywhere else, same apply to screws/nuts :)
Good advice. A complete set of bearings and bought separately it’s pretty pricey though. So I will advise just the steering bearings. Four on alternative fast Eddie bearings started selling a complete bearing kit for $26
For #1, what size washers did you use?
I installed bearings in my front axle, and wheel spacers also, but the binding issue persists. It is undriveable to me, I pick up any one of my SCX24's and play all day while this just sits on a shelf.
A 'like' for proving the turn radius😉. Thanks for the suggestions for addressing potential issues. I need to get one of these especially for my 3 year old🙂
I’ve never had a mini crawler do a complete circle On my table. This is gonna be incredible out there.
@@RCReviewChannel The only mini crawler I have now is the hobbyplus CR24, which is still pretty good at the price point (Also I had received it as a free promotion from amainhobbies, so thanks to Amain :) ). I started to like mini-crawlers as I could have a nice time indoors too! and my 3 year old enjoyed it 😃. Of course the obvious drawbacks are turning radius, upgrade-ability. Now I have to get the trx4M to match my 10 scale trx4 bronco 2021 (which I absolutely love especially after I put on the hobbywing fusion pro after watching your video!. So, can't thank you enough!)
Hex extenders 👍
That's a good simple and cheap mod.
That should tell you the problem right there if they're not putting grease at all and anything they do and that's suspect like you said they was so inconsistent one but have greased but the other one would not
What is actually “binding?” I have bearings, low gears, wheel spacers. (Injora makes a +2mm on Amazon, works perfect), I get jerkiness at full turn. Do you think maybe polishing the cvd would help?
Francis, do you think Traxxas QC wasn't as good as their other products ie the binding and tolerances. As Traxxa's are mostly known for top QC and come out of the box without needing to tighten screws etc ( ie like ARRMA ). Or do you think the issue is they went CVD/Bushings so that alone makes it hard to really control QC/Tolerances... And Other question is is the TRX4m worth it when you substitute the bearing price ? Thanks Francis
Bearings are only 25 bucks
I think QC was deafly not as good. There is zero grease in this whole vehicle. But it is a great platform for playing around. For high-performance modeling and upgrading make it a great opportunity.
Yes it’s definitely worth it. I would advise just getting the six steering bearings and the low range gear.
@@RCReviewChannel Do you think they rushed them out? As its very unlike Traxxas to have low level or neglect QC like that. Arrma okay but traxxas? Do you think they will start paying attention and start to grease them or look into the tolerances qc levels? Or leave it and later put bearings as a update ( as it wouldn't cost them that much more). Thank for you reply as wanted your thoughts as QC :)
hello RC review! i have a TRX-4M. I just sheared my front driveshaft when i turn. it skipped when i turn. I have already got a 7MM hex, and lowered the gears. ill try the oil and the gears. I called Traxxas and took it to the RC shop and they had no ideas. Do you have any other ideas? thanks!
Francis i need 2 of each steering bearings you have linked, correct? 1 of each per side for 6 total?
6 total,yes
I can't solve my binding issues and I've done all the fixes. I'm completely turned off to Traxxas at this point, while I play with and enjoy my Axial SCX24 everyday!
Which TQi transmitter model factoring in price would be best?
Where is the endpoints on the Traxxas link app I have an Android but I'm assuming the app is the same as on a iPhone ?
How do you bind traxxas link to the car? Traxxas support claims ecm 2.5 is not compatable with bluetooth link
What tires are those on your fcx24?
I designed and printed a steering link to fix the rub problem even if you run wider tires. Tire rub gone completely idk why traxxas gave the steering link such problematic geometry lmao.
👍🏻✌🏻👍🏻
Useful info but maybe disconnect the headlights for next video!
How can I fixed the trazas trx4m the wheels Dont turn any direction ?
What is the Toyota LC on the shelf in the background? What body and chassis? Thanks
The FMS or the blue Vanquish VS4-10?
The green Toyota is an FMS FJ 45. I have a recent video on it.
Has anybody tried to see if a furitek Komodo will mount into the trx4 m yet? That’d be slick if there was a way to.
Another advantage of using the TQI radio is to set the Multi-Function control knob to "throttle sensitivity" for some super low end control... Is the traxxas link bluetooth module necessary to set end points beyond 100%? When setting the steering endpoint through the radio button menu it stops short of maxing out the steering.
That sucks! Didn’t have that problem at all with the trxm k10
I think they definitel resolved some of the issue. Mine was first production.
Hey I found this video, ignore my previous comment on your other one lol
Really bad distortion on the sound in this video... or is it just me? Good video and good info though.
Sorry, the mic was hitting my collar
Good to know, I thought it had bearings in it. That’s how they kept the price point low.
Element just released new enduro 1/10 and guess what... it also have bushings...
Right?? It’s not the worst decision on their part to keep the cost down on this vehicle. But it’s good to know what the side effects are off brass bushings and if one should upgrade the bearings in their specific situation.
i wanted this truck because it had tighter steering than the scx24 but i got to do all this? traxxas crapped the bed on this one. this was going to be my first traxxas but i dont know now. seems like a waste of money. gonna have to buy bearings and a different traxxas transmitter? no.
It’s still good. The key is if you can get the Lawrence gear for five dollars modulation will be much better. Also that Lawrence gear is going to power through this binding so you won’t be as noticeable
@@RCReviewChannel well im givin it a shot. i just left the hobby shop with one and the low gear set.. i want that turning radius. i got a buddy who is gonna let me have a traxxas remote to set the end points so maybe this will work
I don't have any problems with my steering binding up
I must of got really lucky modulation is great and I get no binding crawls nice and slow no issues hmmm?
It’s pretty good on a flat smooth surface. But when you get it out on the rocks where torque is required that’s when the issue is a lot more evident.
@@RCReviewChannel cool good to know ..I have the fast Eddie's on the way..and some injora beadlock and tires should be awesome
20.00 🇨🇦
I have a new TRX4m, an is try to re create your issue, and mine does not do what yours does. Mind does NOT bind.
Defender or Bronco? Have you tried it on the rocks yet, under load, that's when the issue is most noticeable.
I have built an indoor course and played around . It is a Defender. I can shoot A video of it on its back and give it throttle like you do.
I can't make my tqi remote bind
First solution at 4:00.
Thank you bud. Yeah I guess my intro is too long!
@@RCReviewChannel It's a pleasure watching your channel, been here since you started =)
i got one about a month ago, and it sucks….iv nothing but problems with it
What are the biggest problems you've experienced?
Love the video but you kept calling it an scx24 from fms 😂
Ha ha. It’s their fault for naming the FCX in the SCX so close together
@@RCReviewChannel no doubt! Keep up the fantastic videos! You rock!
Yet another reason I am glad I didn’t get one. Who knows what else I would find wrong with it?
This is an insanely good vehicle backstock, for the money. The true potential though is muddying and updating it and making it your own.
@@RCReviewChannel Nah, I'm good. Thanks though. 🙂
thats a helll of a lot of upgrades just to make its out of the box performance basic.
lights are distracting
Lol. First here
Full bearings in a fcx? Open up the trans. It’s not even bUshings. Just cheap white plastic on tiny shafts
Will do. Thank you for that.
Francis, again, you should really look at my comment from your previous video on this. The tire slightly rubs against the steering link on the Bronco but certainly doesn't bind up like you're showing. After trying this with three separate Broncos, I couldn't even come close to duplicating what you're showing. Perhaps you need to reset your endpoints (which is possible with the TQ radio as per my link) before trying to "fix" it. czcams.com/video/u5H03-SDNwU/video.html
Thanks Matt. My endpoints were at default at 100%. I was experiencing binding with the tires. I was experiencing binding without the tires as well. It was noticeable with no load but much more significant under load.
Tire rubbing out of the box, stiff CVD on a brass bushing at an angle, low motor torque with stock gearing contribute to the issue that is easily identified and addressed. Gearing change, steering bearings and tire placement allowed me to improve steering with endpoints, not decrease it.
I really appreciate your input Matt SBG. My TRX4m was good but it is much more driveable now.
@@RCReviewChannel something doesn’t add up then, as nobody I know has been able to duplicate the problem. Did you follow the instructions in the video?
@@scalebuildersguild Yes I did. No effect. It is quite improbable that buyers of this vehicle will know to do a master reset after buying this, even if it did work.
The issue is very well experienced in enthusiast groups. The problem is more obvious on the rocks rather on the bench. Thanks again for taking the time.
@@RCReviewChannel I suspect a very limited few have the EPA set beyond the limit of the CVD then, in error, from the factory. The best advice perhaps is to try the TQi method to try and fix it. It doesn't seem as widely spread as you let on if I'm honest.
I love your reviews, but PLEASE don’t point the led’s toward the camera. I don’t like being blinded the entire time while trying to see what you’re doing.
Yeah man, that was a crime. Good thing I noticed a little bit
So in other words, the FCX24 is better.
I dont understand why no one is comparing to the panda hobby 1/18 scales, I have the x2t and I'll give anyone a run for their money, from all the run vids I've seen of the trx4m my panda will walk all over them, jus saying not angry lol
That thumbnail tho...
Almost thought it was Joe Biden trying to pitch toy car sales
All you needed to do was put some tape OVER the lights 🤦
For sure. Never had to do that before but will do that with this vehicle
Dude your audio and those lights are nuts. Can't.
Right on. Will fix.
i love how everyone complains about the steering and it binding and all this garbage yet i have never had an issue with mine. no binding, it turns pretty tight, zero issues with the truck. idk why you guys keep bitching about it
I had ordered 4 of these trucks and still need to go pick them up! But this whole problem has scared me from getting mine. I still don’t know how I feel about the binding issues 😢what’s your opinion Francis?!
It's only noticeable for some, in high performance slow crawl situations. What's essential is the low gear. Will fix the modulation and most of the steering. This vehicle is incredible.
Mine is not binding, but I've been running it every day for a week and it's loosened up , the shocks too and the tires seem better after spinning them on the rocks
Zero problems with mine so far.