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Axial Deadbolt AX90066 Simple Body and Bumper Mod

By Tony Phalen on May 21, 2018
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The Axial AX90066 Deadbolt is an extremely popular body style, and we’re constantly pulling spare plastic out of our parts bins to try and create a few simple body mods. The first is something we’ve been asked about for a … more

Yeti Option Parts Overview

By Greg Vogel on May 18, 2018
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The Yeti is one of those high speed, multi-terrain capable vehicles that many turn to for extreme rock racing performance. The combination of the independent front suspension and rear solid axle design gives the driver a unique driving experience. The … more

Skeeno’s Axialfest 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Build

By Skeeno on May 16, 2018
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After AXIALFEST2017, I started thinking that I needed to update my trailing rig.  Last year, I built a new racer for for the Altra Ultra 5K Enduro, but I needed something new to run on all the trials at AXIALFEST2018. … more

RTR Brushed Motor Maintenance Tips

By Greg Vogel on May 11, 2018
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Just because you purchase a ready to run vehicle doesn’t mean it will always stay that way. Like anything mechanical, components can wear, get dirty and just need general maintenance to keep going. This holds true for any ready to run … more

Building & Tuning Axial Icon Shocks

By Greg Vogel on May 01, 2018
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In the world of RC racing, driver’s won’t hesitate to pull their suspension and shocks apart to rebuild or tune them in order to achieve better performance. But in the trail truck and rock racer segment, many think, you just … more

Tips For Traveling With LiPo Batteries

By Greg Vogel on Apr 26, 2018
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The Axial Blog has been loaded up as of recent with articles filled with tips and information you need to know to attend Axialfest and have the best experience possible. We know many of you are already prepping for the … more

Axialfest Rock Racer Preparation Tips

By Greg Vogel on Apr 20, 2018
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If you are a regular follower of the Axial Blog and we know you are, you probably saw the Trail Rig Prep blog for Axialfest. It’s loaded with great tips to help trail truck drivers and don’t think we forgot … more

AXIALFEST2018 – Concours Show & Shine

By Tony Phalen on Apr 20, 2018
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CONCOURS • AXIALFEST 2018 Hello AXIALFEST2018 participants! Concours is now in its fifth official year and growing because of YOU! Because last year’s participants stepped up the game, AXIALFEST is responding back with additional classes! 10-classes within Concours Show & … more

Axialfest Trail Rig Prep

By Greg Vogel on Apr 13, 2018
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Before you know it, Axialfest will be upon us and the last thing you want to worry about is preparing just a few days before you embark on your adventure. You want to have your adventure vehicle ready to go … more

Battery Endurance Test – Maximize Your Drive Time

By Greg Vogel on Apr 11, 2018
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  What is the best battery? We spend so long in the hobby trying to answer that question ourselves along with seeking opinions on the subject from others. When talking batteries, most people go right to the battery used in … more