Element RC Enduro Trail Truck, Builders Kit V3

The Hobby Hideaway Verdict: The Best Canvas for Your Custom Build! If you are the type of RC crawler who loves building from the ground up and picking your own specific electronics and body, the Element RC Enduro Builders Kit 3 is arguably the best starting point on the market right now. The Hobby Hideaway Team loves this V3 update because Element RC didn't just rebox old parts; they significantly upgraded the core components. They moved from plastic pivot balls to machined steel and introduced the new Stealth XF transmission, resulting in a chassis that is incredibly smooth, rigid, and ready for serious technical terrain right out of the box.

Advanced Engineering for Technical Trails The biggest game-changer on this V3 kit is the Stealth XF transmission with a forward motor mount. This shifts the weight bias heavily to the front axles, drastically improving your ability to climb steep, technical inclines without flipping backward. It also gives you the ability to independently adjust your front and rear drive ratios (overdrive) across three levels using the included gears. Combined with the new GKS shock towers, aluminum track bar mount, and behind-the-axle (BTA) steering, this kit provides a precise, flex-free steering feel and incredible articulation over rough terrain.

Key Features & Technical Specs:

• Stealth XF Transmission: Features a forward-mounted motor design for improved climbing weight bias and adjustable overdrive (5.7% and 11.83% gears included).

• GKS Upgrades: Includes new GKS shock towers with inserts for precise suspension tuning without altering spring preload, plus a rigid aluminum track bar mount.

• Factory Team Shocks: Equipped with ultra-smooth threaded aluminum, bronze-anodized shocks featuring new black plastic bleeder caps for an easy, air-free build.

• Heavy-Duty Components: Upgraded with 30 machined steel pivot balls (replacing previous plastic ones) and steel wheel hexes for maximum durability.

• Optimized Steering: Behind-the-axle (BTA) steering design significantly improves the approach angle and front-end clearance.

• Adjustable Wheelbase: Includes heavy-duty, high-clearance links to build the chassis in either a 12.3" or 12.8" wheelbase configuration.

Hobby Hideaway Pro Tip: When you are building this kit and installing those beautiful new Factory Team shocks, take full advantage of the new bleeder caps! Fill the shock body to the brim, slowly thread the cap on with the bleeder screw removed, and slowly push the shock shaft up. The excess oil and trapped air will bleed right out the top, giving you perfectly matched, buttery-smooth dampening without the dreaded "squish" sound of trapped air!

Why buy from Hobby Hideaway? Hobby Hideaway is a brand bigger than any one person, and our dedicated team of employees is here to support your RC journey. We advocate for an "old-school" service model where technical education and community come first. Whether you are building your very first crawler kit or need advice on the best brushless electronics combo for your Stealth XF transmission, our team provides the professional-grade support you need to keep your hobby moving forward.

Join the Action in Ottawa! Ready to start your custom build? Bring your project down to our shop in Ottawa at 112-1455 Youville Dr. While our indoor tracks are designed for the smaller scales, we absolutely love checking out custom 1/10 scale crawler builds and can point you toward the best rock crawling spots and woodland trails in the area. Join our ever-growing community of local hobbyists, swap build secrets, and experience the adrenaline of the RC community in person!

Note: This is an unassembled builder's kit. A 540-size electric motor, electronic speed control (ESC), transmitter, receiver, steering servo, battery, charger, body, paint, 1.9" wheels, and 1.9" tires are required to complete the vehicle.