Frank's Top 5 Traxxas Slash 2wd Upgrades

Updated 8 September 2022 by Frank

The Traxxas slash 2wd is a popular model and has been for many years, offering a great out of the box truck with a vast amount upgrade options available so it's no wonder it's been a go to basher for so long.

1. Traxxas Low CG Conversion Kit For Traxxas Slash 2WD

Increased handling capabilities and less grip roll are the main resons to go for this upgrade, better for on road and astro turf running however you will lose some ground clearance so take that into consideration if you bash your slash!

2. Traxxas Anodized Aluminum 17mm Hex Adapters ( 2WD )

This mod means that you have more wheel and tyre options available as you can use most 1/8th buggy wheels, this increases ride hieght slightly and means with better tire choices you can get more grip!

3. ProLine ProTrac Suspension Kit - Traxxas Slash/Stampede 2WD

easy to install kit that greatly increases forward acceleration, corner speed, consistency and drivability.

4. Traxxas Steel Rear Driveshafts for Traxxas Slash/Slash 4x4/Rustler/Stampede - 1 Pair

The driveshafts on the 2wd slash vxl always suffer, particularly when running on harsh terrain so this steel upgrade from Fastrax.

5. Traxxas Wheelie bar - Fits Stampede/Rustler/Bandit - Black

Wheelies are cool however when you just want to get the power down for a speed run a traxxas wheelie bar in essential, easy to fit and cheap to buy!