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If you’re new to RC bashing do not upgrade this first
You should not upgrade every thing to aluminum
While aluminum parts look great, replacing plastic components (like suspension arms or shock towers) with aluminum on a basher is a "noob trap" that often makes the car worse.
Here is why you should avoid this, along with other, more effective strategies for beginners.
Why to Avoid "All Aluminum" First
- Transfers Impact Force: Plastic is designed to flex, dampen energy, and break cheaply, protecting expensive parts. Aluminum does not bend; it transfers the impact energy to the next weakest point, which is usually the chassis, bulkhead, or transmission case—a much more expensive repair.
- Added Weight: Metal parts make the car heavier, increasing inertia and leading to harder impacts, which causes more damage over time.
- Deformation: Aluminum bends rather than snaps, and it is very hard to bend it back to its original shape, forcing you to buy new parts anyway.
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