A bashing truck needs strong shocks, steel drivetrain parts, and tight turnbuckles that hold alignment. A 1/10 Slash or Granite with 70 mm oil shocks and a steel differential case survives jumps that break stock parts. This guide covers shocks, tires, alignment, and the upgrades that keep a truck running after hard landings.
Which shocks survive bashing jumps?
Oil shocks with aluminum bodies survive landings that bend plastic shocks. The MALOM aluminum shocks fit the 1/10 Traxxas Slash and Stampede front and rear.
A 70 mm adjustable aluminum oil shock fits 1/16 RC cars. Set shock oil thick enough to stop bottoming out on big jumps.
Which tires suit bashing and racing?
A 1/10 short course truck tire at 110 mm with a 12 mm hex fits most bashing trucks. The tire and wheel set ships as a 4-piece set for one truck.
A metal 12 mm wheel hex hub adapter with brake disc locks the wheel to the axle. Check the hex size, since 12 mm is standard for 1/10 trucks.
How do you set camber and toe with turnbuckles?
Adjustable turnbuckle camber links set the wheel angle for grip. The OGRC 7-piece set fits the Traxxas Slash 4X4 and 2WD in 1/10 scale.
Set camber near 2 degrees negative for racing grip. Set toe near zero for bashing, since toe-out makes the truck twitchy on jumps.
What drivetrain parts break first when bashing?
The differential and drive shaft take the most load on landing. An aluminum sealed differential case with a steel main gear fits the 1/10 Traxxas Rustler and Slash.
A full metal gearbox middle transmission box with motor gear fits the 1/10 Axial SCX10. A 540 motor is 36 mm in diameter, so check the gearbox mount before you order.
How do you protect the servo on a truck?
A front servo saver arm absorbs hits before they reach the servo gears. The saver arm for 1/10 scale cars fits the standard 31015 mount.
A 20 kg waterproof digital servo handles steering loads on a 1/10 truck. A 12 kg servo suits a light truck, but it strips sooner on hard hits.
What tools keep a truck running at the track?
A 17 mm wheel hex wrench fits 1/8 RC car wheels, and a hex driver set in 1.5 to 3.0 mm covers most truck screws. A 155-in-1 precision screwdriver set covers small electronics.
A metal RC car work stand holds 1/8 to 1/12 crawlers and trucks for repairs. A magnetic screw tray keeps small screws from rolling away at the track.
Frequently asked questions
What is bashing in RC trucks?
Bashing means driving hard for fun: jumps, rough ground, and crashes. It needs stronger parts than smooth track racing.
How do I stop my truck flipping on jumps?
Lower the center of gravity and soften the rear shocks. A truck that lands nose-down needs less rear droop or a lower battery position.
Do I need steel gears for bashing?
Yes for the differential and transmission. Plastic gears strip on hard landings, while steel gears survive the shock.
What is a servo saver?
It is a spring-loaded arm that absorbs steering hits before they reach the servo. It saves the servo gears on a hard front impact.
Parts used
MALOM RC Aluminum Alloy Front & Rear Shock Absorbers, 1/10 Traxxas Slash / Stampede / Rustler / Hoss, $57.99. MALOM RC aluminum front and rear shock absorber set, 4 pieces (2 front, 2 rear), for 1/10 Traxxas Slash, Stampede, Rustler, Hoss and Bandit. Oil-filled, ready to use. Ships from NY, USA.
70mm Adjustable Aluminum Oil Shocks for 1/16 RC Cars, $15.97. Oil-adjustable 70mm shock absorber for 1/16 RC cars. Ships from NY, USA.
YSIDO 1/10 Short Course Truck Tires with Wheels 110mm, 4-Piece Set, 12mm Hex, $51.99. YSIDO 1/10 short course truck tires with wheels, 4 pieces, 110mm diameter, 44mm wide, 12mm hex, three tread patterns. Fits Traxxas Slash, Arrma Senton and more. Ships from NY, USA.
Metal 12mm Wheel Hex Hub Adapter Brake Disc, 4-Pack with Pins, Tamiya TT01 / TT02 / HPI / HSP / Sakura D4, $12.89. Metal 12mm wheel hex hub adapter brake disc, 32mm diameter, 4-pack with pins in 9 colors. Fits Tamiya TT01, TT02, HPI, HSP 94123, Sakura D4. Ships from NY, USA.
Madifier Aluminum 12mm Drive Hub Adapter Hex 5-12mm, 4-Pack with Screws and Bolts, $6.33. Madifier aluminum 12mm drive hub adapter, 5mm to 12mm thickness in 5 colors, 4-pack with screws and bolts. Fits HSP, HPI, Redcat, Axial SCX10, RC4WD D90. Ships from NY, USA.
OGRC Aluminum Adjustable Turnbuckle Camber Link Set, 7-Piece, Traxxas Slash 4X4 / 2WD 1/10, $18.77. OGRC aluminum adjustable turnbuckle and camber link set, 7 linkages with screws and lock-nuts, blue anodized. Fits Traxxas Slash 4X4/2WD 1/10. Ships from NY, USA.
Aluminum Sealed Differential Case with Steel Main Gear, 1/10 Traxxas Rustler / Slash / Stampede 2WD, $14.46. CNC machined aluminum sealed differential case with hardened steel main gear for 1/10 Traxxas Rustler, Slash and Stampede 2WD. Tune with diff oil. Ships from NY, USA.
FACSNY Full Metal Gearbox Middle Transmission Box with Motor Gear, 1/10 Axial SCX10, $54.99. FACSNY all metal middle gearbox with 87T large gear and 20T motor gear for 1/10 RC crawler Axial SCX10. Aluminum housing, steel gears. Ships from NY, USA.
Front Servo Saver Arm for 1:10 Scale Cars (31015), $7.38. US stock, ships fast from NY, USA. Front Servo Saver Arm for 1:10 Scale Cars (31015). Quality checked before shipping.
20KG Waterproof Digital Servo, $53.99. 20KG waterproof digital servo, standard size. Ships from NY, USA.
Dilwe SPT4412LV 12KG Digital Servo Large Torsion Metal Gear for 1:10 RC Drift Car, $53.99. Dilwe SPT4412LV 12KG digital servo with large torsion metal gear for 1:10 RC drift cars. 0.09 sec per 60 degrees at 6V, 12 kg.cm stall torque, 2 ball bearings. Ships from NY, USA.
17mm Wheel Hex Wrench for 1/8 RC Cars, $8.97. 17mm hex wrench for RC wheel nuts. Aluminum T-handle, easy to grip. For 1/8, 1/7, and 1/6 scale cars, trucks, and buggies. Ships from NY, USA.
Metal RC Car Work Stand for 1/8 to 1/12 Crawlers, $20.99. Metal RC car repair station for 1/8 and 1/10 cars and trucks. Ships from NY, USA.
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Last updated: 2026-11-10.