Question on 1/8 scale tires for Slash.

[Grambo97]

What parts do I need to have to run them? And how would I install them?

[O.G.]

This is a pretty simple mod. You need a set of 17mm adapters, I recommend AKA or traxxas. Installation is pretty straightforward, and use blue loctite to secure. Then get a set of 1/8 buggy tires or go big with Truggies tires.

I get my buggy tires from suprasales on eBay.

The buggy tires are a little taller than the stock slash tires, and you get a huge selection for cheap.

I think they look great on a slash.

[hurley747]

Not to mention the surprising performance boost 1/8 buggy wheels/tires can offer.

[Grambo97]

What hex hubs should I get though? Can you tell me which ones you got? Cause theres quite a few different ones to choose from. (E-Revo, Summit, Revo 3.3.)

[Dr. Isotope]

You want 17mm adapters for Slash. The others will all be for 6mm axles. I prefer the AKAs.

[Grambo97]

Can you send me a link to the ones you got then? Cause I dont wanna get some and find out later that they wont work.

[O.G.]

I got mine from toadzrc. Get the 17mm AKA adapters for slash 2wd which will fit the slash, Pede and rustler. You'll get a set of 4 adapters, the longer pair go on the front. Use blue loctite to hold the threaded parts in place or they'll go flying off at the end of a long run, or thats how it happens with me. Next you'll need a set of 17mm wheels/tires.

I prefer aka hubs because you can easily get spare parts for them.

I'm on my phone so I can't copy the link.

[thedreadedend]

O.G. hold the address bar for a second...... last option in the pop up window should be copy link. I just open the the web spot in a second window, hold address bar for second, copy link, (last option in pop up), then place here.
Trx adapters http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nk...stampede+slash
Aka adapters
http://www.toadzrc.com/aka-rear-alum...slash-2wd.html

[O.G.]

Well well well it can be done, thanks dread. Lol

I figured someone with a little more knowledge could do it.

OP, the second link is the rears for your slash, you'll want the complete set of 4 and you'll be golden.

[TXSlasher]

Not to mention the surprising performance boost 1/8 buggy wheels/tires can offer.

Can you tell me where would I see an increase in performance? speed? clearance?
Do you have to trim the body or get the taller tower thingy to raise the body?
Thanks

[O.G.]

They look kewl
tires are cheap
you can run big 'ol Truggy tires if you want
buggy tires are a little taller than the stock slash tire so a little more ground clearance
and it's different than what the other guys run.

[O.G.]

You won't need to trim much at all, maybe 1/4" if any.

You don't need to raise the body for this mod.

There is a huge selection of tires available and once you put a set on your truck you'll see how sharp they look.

[TXSlasher]

You won't need to trim much at all, maybe 1/4" if any.

You don't need to raise the body for this mod.

There is a huge selection of tires available and once you put a set on your truck you'll see how sharp they look.

Dang it, I guess I need to check them out LOL
Thanks!

Btw are there any bed lock style 1/8 wheel? It is sweet not having to glue/unglue/clean and just snap some tires in 5 minutes..

[Grambo97]

I have another question, will any 17mm hubs fit on my slash? Cause I looked on Ebay and I found some that are pretty cheap and I dunno if they will fit it.

[Dr.J]

They have to fit the axle size, and if you want them to be equal width front to back, need the ones that have 2 different offsets (fronts alittle longer).