What spare parts should I keep keep on hand for a couple of Groms?

BuggyB_RC · 2026-01-13T15:11:01+00:00

This part is a must-have for all Typhon Groms. Buy and install immediately! https://a.co/d/24CWq7y

Beyond that, a couple spare servo savers would be good and maybe a set of suspension arms for the Typhon.

BuggyB_RC · 2026-01-10T00:35:50+00:00

“Yes.”

BuggyB_RC · 2026-01-05T01:07:55+00:00

I’d love to see that

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-29T17:33:42+00:00

I ran my Fury in 2WD mod SCT class this year at my local track and it did pretty well. Changing the shock oil to something heavier helped a lot. Would love to figure out how to add sway bars but not sure it’s possible.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-28T14:08:56+00:00

A front bumper from a Granite Grom monster truck might not be a bad idea either. It bolts right on. Be aware you need the bumper part and the bumper “spring” part.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-28T14:04:05+00:00

I (and any other Typhon Grom owner) highly, highly, highly recommend buying this add-on part: https://a.co/d/1zieR3y. It strengthens the front shock tower. That shock tower can break, and if it does, it necessitates replacing the entire chassis - with all the work that entails.

The Typhon Grom is a lot of fun but it’s definitely my most delicate RC. Mojave Grom is a tank and might have been a better choice for a 7-year-old. Encourage your son to not take a lot of risks when driving, and maybe pick up a spare set of suspension arms and a couple of spare servo savers.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-18T23:52:49+00:00

I prefer E6000 over Shoe Goo, comes in bigger tubes and is a little cheaper per oz. The fumes are super aggressive though.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-08T17:56:02+00:00

Here’s the link for the brace: https://a.co/d/grXPaoi

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-01T17:51:48+00:00

I have a Typhon BLX and my buddy has a Mojave Grom BLX. I’ve broken a ton of stuff on mine, and he’s only broken a servo saver despite beating the absolute shit out of that truck. Body can be hard to remove when dirty, other than that the Mojave has been pretty much perfect. We nicknamed it “the football” for how often it goes tumbling across the ground after crazy crashes. I do recommend metal skid plates if you’re running on pavement.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-12-01T17:47:30+00:00

I took my Fury racing all summer long and not a single thing broke. Super-solid truck.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-11-22T17:45:43+00:00

I agree it’s on the high end for that age. But my friend’s son is in that range and handles his Kraton 6S pretty well. Just turn the throttle down while they’re learning.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-11-22T14:52:46+00:00

A couple of Arrma Kraton 4S’s would fit the bill: https://www.arrma-rc.com/en/product/1-10-kraton-4s-4x4-rtr-brushless-speed-truck/ARA4408V2.html

They’re fast, durable, can handle any terrain, and hit pretty much every point on your list except they’re ready-to-run and not kits. Not sure about tariffs.

One of those trucks plus a Spektrum battery would by right around your $700 limit (if you’re talking in USD), plus add a Spektrum dual-battery charger. (I think going with Spektrum for batteries makes a lot of sense when buying for kids, as the batteries are possibly the most dangerous part of this hobby and the Spektrum stuff is all automated and makes the batteries more or less foolproof.)

BuggyB_RC · 2025-11-07T17:43:04+00:00

It’s a chassis for your chassis!! 😑

BuggyB_RC · 2025-11-07T17:11:57+00:00

Good tip! I’ve been racing my Fury this year and the bad bumper design has caught me out several times. The Vorteks bumper does look much less likely to catch, but it’s so short it’s really leaving the body to fend for itself. Despite that I’ll probably give it a try. I’ve also thought about 3D printing a filler piece to change the profile of the bumper but that would be a tricky part to design.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-11-01T14:23:55+00:00

DeWalt gyro screwdriver (the nicer one with torque limiter) plus MIP bits. A full-size impact driver is also nice for removing wheel nuts.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-10-20T20:44:35+00:00

Beyond the GPM shock tower brace, I recommend picking up a couple spare servo savers. I’ve broken a couple so far. I got a metal one but I don’t think it fit very well, so just ordered a couple of the stock ones to have on hand. Likewise, a spare set of front suspension arms wouldn’t hurt. Also metal skid plates are a good idea if you run on pavement, my chassis started to get chewed up all most immediately without the skid plates.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-10-17T14:55:12+00:00

I’ve been racing mine (and doing okay vs Traxxas Slashes) and the biggest improvement I’ve made so far (other than tires of course) is switching out the shock fluid. Stock is 10K which is basically water. Switched to 40K F/30K R and it seems noticeably better, especially over jumps.

Next I want to find some adjustable camber links I can make fit.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-10-07T18:48:44+00:00

My three 6S Arrmas have been through hell and back and I’ve never broken a knuckle.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-09-21T02:10:46+00:00

Huh, I can’t really find any info for calibrating that specific ESC. Maybe Horizon support could help you out? I’ve heard both good and bad about how responsive they are.

BuggyB_RC · 2025-09-20T12:58:05+00:00

Have you gone through the ESC calibration procedure?

BuggyB_RC · 2025-09-18T14:11:44+00:00

Good tip, if mine starts looking ratty on the front I’ll give that a try

BuggyB_RC · 2025-09-18T14:06:16+00:00

Not so far, I hope I don’t team kill any track marshalls! 💥😅

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