I was getting ready to take my X-Maxx to the repair shop because the steering was not turning far left and also moving on its own when truck was when truck was just parked. After performing this step on your video tightening the screw 🙏😄👍 Back to new again. Thanks a bunch !!!!!!
Just done this made it steer a little better as the screw was loose. Probably upgrade the servo though as it seems poor for a 1/5 scale. Thanks for the vid
Thx buddy...I also put an extra coil in the spring to make the steering more positive. It has been working well. Ive still got the stock servo in mine with these mods.
@BigCheese85 yes buddy. The servo is there to take some of the shock from heavy steering and crashes. Don't tighten it all the way it needs some slack. As I said mines been fine... I'm still using my original steering servo after 3 yrs. It just a case of tightening a little then test it. Your steering will never be prefect because the traxxas stock servo isn't the best but you should be able to make it better. Have a look at my servo in the vid and try to match it....
pretty much a no brainer also depending on your driving style and most xmaxx owners have a driving style that dictates.. 2085X servo upgrade, im running trenchers so i guess my opinion is a little biased.
Bro do your self a favor from one xmaxx owner to another you definitely need to upgrade to a 2085x servo kit and also the traxxas 7748x steering toe links, the best advice I can give you, then you'll see a deference
I drive this truck at construction sights. They are all dirt, sand, rocks, and other fine grit to chew away at all wear points. I went through 2 sets of gears because of the servo saver being to tight by far. And when you add dirt and grit in between the sliding surface of the servo saver, the servo saver binds up and will not rotate even after I take it out and take off the spring. I can squeeze the servo saver together with my fingers, a very light squeeze and the servo saver won't rotate and do nothing to protect my servo. I have used two sets of metal gears in my servo. Today it lasted 10 min.. This is a truck and should handle dirt and not only be able to drive on grass or concrete. So far I have a all metal steering system because everything has broken. All due to this servo saver bound up / not rotating multiple times. My question is, is there anything that is sold that will stop the servo saver from getting dirt on it? I'm about to put a rubber tube over it. Since the servo saver is metal and after 10 min. the thing is all chewed up I either need to buy a new one or polish it then grease it and some how protect it from any dirt. I advise anyone do NOT get the metal one. The aluminum just gets chewed up like I to a chisel and hammer to it. I could sure use some feed back. Thank you
Hi I'm sorry to hear about the issues your having... I had something similar with my pinion and spur.. no matter what gears I used the gears would strip. It turned out to be a seized bearing. Traxxas bearing are rubbish. I know the steering system has 2 bearings. It wouldn't hurt to check them. The first thing I would do is test and eliminate possible causes. If you steering servo saver is loose then you would not have positive steering action if the saver is too tight then the servo would not have any protection. Aluminium parts won't flex and can send any impacts straight to the first plastic part in the chain. I would remove the link to the servo saver and check the steering linkage is moving freely. Ad some wd40 or grease to get free smooth movement. Adding a rubber cover over the saver would stop debris from entering. It may be a good idea. I personally prefer to use the original plastic parts over aluminium just because traxxas have tested and passed their parts prior to it going to market. They would have tested on all types of surfaces. I've recently used my rig on a dirt bmx track where it got covered in grit and sand. My original servo and servo saver was fine. I've got a vid on that bash on my channel. I am surprised you rig is giving you so much issues. Tbh without seeing the steering in action its hard to say what it could be. If your on Facebook there is a group called traxxas support. Here you can upload a quick vid and ask questions. This group has helped me lots in the past. Its definitely worth a visit. Have you contacted traxxas yet? It may be an idea to do so. You never know the front chassis section could be warped or defomed which could mean the linkage could be binding.
Hi. I do intend to upgrade if I still have steering issues. I have added a packer in the saver spring recently which I am currently testing. Check out the vid if you have 5mins! Stay tuned more!👍🙂
Hi. Its best to see it in action to understated but here goes... The servo saver acts as a shock absorber for the steering servo. The spring controls the amount of absorption. If the spring is loose then your rc with show weak turning. If it is too strong then although you will have good steering. It will reduce the lifespan of the steering servo.. Most servo savers have a screw or washers to help adjust the strength of the steering. In my case even after tightening the screw it wasn't enough so I added a an extra coil to my spring. Now the spring is stronger but not too much as to kill my servo. it is a case of trial and error.... i hope this helps.
@@raivis1230 hi. I added an extra coil to the servo spring. Here is a video I made on what I did and how I did it.... th-cam.com/video/nTvR1YfIn6k/w-d-xo.html
I’m not positive, but I believe that center screw - that was the subject of this whole video - is simply there to initially hold the servo-saver spring down (in place) so that the top gray bracket (with 4 screws) can be installed. The bracket is what is actually supporting (pressing down on) the servo saver spring and that is why it has bearings on it. In other words, that center screw could come completely loose, but it won’t matter because the top bracket is what is sandwiching everything together. The center screw is pretty tiny because it’s only job is to temporarily hold the servo-saver together before installing bracket. Just my thoughts. If Traxxas felt that the owner would need to “adjust” the servo saver screw, it would probably be in the manual...but there is no mention at all about it.
Hi. I found by adding another coil into the spring has done the gob well. Ive had it like this for months and had no issue with. Initially the steering was fine but as I bashed it the steering became weaker. My first thought was to see if that screw had backed off under heavy repeated impacts. Hence why I checked and tightened that first inn this vid and then went to stage 2 of the steering fix. Check out some of my recent bashing vids. I show you how good the steering is now👍
I think you're right but there is a lot of stress on the grey plastic unit without that screw to tension the spring. I installed the 2085X and tried to get the higher tension spring in but stripped the thread of that screw just trying to get it in. The solution was a longer screw which i temporarily swapped for one of the 2 horizontal side screws you need to remove the get the front end detached. Just FYI I see some people use a thicker and longer gauge screw and drill right through. My steering issue is i'm now on the THIRD 2085X servo. they just die on me. not the gears (since my son is in the light use area on training mode) really annoying so i'm here as i ad this issue before also.
Hi. I had a similar problem. If tightening the screws doesn't help then try step 2. In this step I add another ring to the spring to add more pressure to the spring. Here is the step 2 video.... th-cam.com/video/nTvR1YfIn6k/w-d-xo.html
Buddy it sounds like the servo is dead. Its quite common on the xmaxx unfortunately. Traxxas do make an upgraded servo which is better than the stock one. Trx2085x.
I can't get that cap head screw back on. Can't tell if the thread is destroyed, or it's so tight and I can't get the spring to compress enough to thread it. Anyone else?
@@inspiredrc thanks! Yea I got the whole crank assembly out so its much easier to compress the spring and put the screw back in. Don't have any nuts that fit so I just tightened and put it all together. Great video thpugh. Thank you!
@@redblue40rc33 yes if the servo saver is comming loose and you struggle to turn then you need to add a nut to the screw. I didn't at the time but mine has been fine. If the steering is not working at all then the steering servo is unfortunately faulty.
This is all BS money making scheme my traxxas Bought a brand new xmaxx & the servo crapped out after a several runs For $900 plus what another what $600 in batteries & a charger this truck should have metal gears in the servo Not a happy Traxxas guy who has 7 traxxas trucks
I know when things go wrong, it sucks dude. The servo is a weak point on the xmaxx and traxxas know about it hence why they sell an upgraded servo separately. Hope you get yours sorted soon...🙂
My brother has gone through 2 RMAs with the steering servo. Traxxas has been good about immediately sending new things me and are now sending him metal gears to rebuild servo.
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I was getting ready to take my X-Maxx to the repair shop because the steering was not turning far left and also moving on its own when truck was when truck was just parked. After performing this step on your video tightening the screw 🙏😄👍 Back to new again. Thanks a bunch !!!!!!
Excellent buddy! I'm happy you found my video useful 👍👍🙂
This video fixed my steering thank you so much. I thought it was done for and was about to have to upgrade the whole steering lol.
Nice! Glad you got it sorted 👍 believe it or not I'm still using my original servo. It's over 3 yrs old. 😯
Just done this made it steer a little better as the screw was loose. Probably upgrade the servo though as it seems poor for a 1/5 scale. Thanks for the vid
Thx buddy...I also put an extra coil in the spring to make the steering more positive. It has been working well. Ive still got the stock servo in mine with these mods.
Perfect think iam having the same problem tonight, thanks eh! 👌
Thank you 🙂
The servo saver is just a spring and the spring just gets weak so you might need to get a new one or just add a washer or it might be lose
Yeah. I did add a spacer to the spring in the next video. Thx for watching 👍🙂
Thanks. I'll check mine. Off the ground mine turns right and left fine. On the ground it turns left fine but turning right isnt great.
Definitely worth tightening up. Mine been fine since doing this mod. 👍
@@inspiredrc this didn't work. Shall I try and put a spacer under the spring? I don't understand really how that would help? Thanks
@BigCheese85 hi yes. I cut an old spring and added another ring to mine to stiffen it up. Yes I would put at least two or three spacers in.
@@inspiredrc thanks. If I tighten the screw right down does it mean I could damage the servo if I crash?
@BigCheese85 yes buddy. The servo is there to take some of the shock from heavy steering and crashes. Don't tighten it all the way it needs some slack. As I said mines been fine... I'm still using my original steering servo after 3 yrs.
It just a case of tightening a little then test it. Your steering will never be prefect because the traxxas stock servo isn't the best but you should be able to make it better. Have a look at my servo in the vid and try to match it....
pretty much a no brainer also depending on your driving style and most xmaxx owners have a driving style that dictates.. 2085X servo upgrade, im running trenchers so i guess my opinion is a little biased.
Honestly I was going to upgrade but my stock servo is still working surprisingly 🙃 2928 is defo a worth while upgrade to do....👍
Bro do your self a favor from one xmaxx owner to another you definitely need to upgrade to a 2085x servo kit and also the traxxas 7748x steering toe links, the best advice I can give you, then you'll see a deference
It is my next upgrade for my xmaxx but honestly my servo and steering have fine since doing this mod. Still waiting for the steering to fail.
I drive this truck at construction sights. They are all dirt, sand, rocks, and other fine grit to chew away at all wear points. I went through 2 sets of gears because of the servo saver being to tight by far. And when you add dirt and grit in between the sliding surface of the servo saver, the servo saver binds up and will not rotate even after I take it out and take off the spring. I can squeeze the servo saver together with my fingers, a very light squeeze and the servo saver won't rotate and do nothing to protect my servo. I have used two sets of metal gears in my servo. Today it lasted 10 min.. This is a truck and should handle dirt and not only be able to drive on grass or concrete. So far I have a all metal steering system because everything has broken. All due to this servo saver bound up / not rotating multiple times. My question is, is there anything that is sold that will stop the servo saver from getting dirt on it? I'm about to put a rubber tube over it. Since the servo saver is metal and after 10 min. the thing is all chewed up I either need to buy a new one or polish it then grease it and some how protect it from any dirt. I advise anyone do NOT get the metal one. The aluminum just gets chewed up like I to a chisel and hammer to it. I could sure use some feed back. Thank you
Hi I'm sorry to hear about the issues your having... I had something similar with my pinion and spur.. no matter what gears I used the gears would strip. It turned out to be a seized bearing. Traxxas bearing are rubbish. I know the steering system has 2 bearings. It wouldn't hurt to check them.
The first thing I would do is test and eliminate possible causes. If you steering servo saver is loose then you would not have positive steering action if the saver is too tight then the servo would not have any protection. Aluminium parts won't flex and can send any impacts straight to the first plastic part in the chain.
I would remove the link to the servo saver and check the steering linkage is moving freely. Ad some wd40 or grease to get free smooth movement.
Adding a rubber cover over the saver would stop debris from entering. It may be a good idea.
I personally prefer to use the original plastic parts over aluminium just because traxxas have tested and passed their parts prior to it going to market. They would have tested on all types of surfaces.
I've recently used my rig on a dirt bmx track where it got covered in grit and sand. My original servo and servo saver was fine. I've got a vid on that bash on my channel.
I am surprised you rig is giving you so much issues.
Tbh without seeing the steering in action its hard to say what it could be.
If your on Facebook there is a group called traxxas support. Here you can upload a quick vid and ask questions. This group has helped me lots in the past. Its definitely worth a visit.
Have you contacted traxxas yet? It may be an idea to do so. You never know the front chassis section could be warped or defomed which could mean the linkage could be binding.
wish you would have showed us what a proper servo saver looks like in action
Hi. I do intend to upgrade if I still have steering issues. I have added a packer in the saver spring recently which I am currently testing. Check out the vid if you have 5mins! Stay tuned more!👍🙂
Good job bro but replace the screw with a nut and bolt it'll never come loose again
@@fluke730 Yeah. I've adjusted it to my preference and have put a nut on👍
Can you explain how the servo spring works exactly?
Hi. Its best to see it in action to understated but here goes... The servo saver acts as a shock absorber for the steering servo. The spring controls the amount of absorption. If the spring is loose then your rc with show weak turning. If it is too strong then although you will have good steering. It will reduce the lifespan of the steering servo.. Most servo savers have a screw or washers to help adjust the strength of the steering. In my case even after tightening the screw it wasn't enough so I added a an extra coil to my spring. Now the spring is stronger but not too much as to kill my servo. it is a case of trial and error.... i hope this helps.
@@inspiredrc hey! Could you please tell me exactly what you did to that spring? My maxx servo saver is too loose, cannot get it tighter
@@raivis1230 hi. I added an extra coil to the servo spring. Here is a video I made on what I did and how I did it....
th-cam.com/video/nTvR1YfIn6k/w-d-xo.html
@@inspiredrc thanks! Watched it and understood. Have fun bashing 😉
Thank you great video very informative
Thx bud...steering is still working fine nearly a year on....👍🙂
I’m not positive, but I believe that center screw - that was the subject of this whole video - is simply there to initially hold the servo-saver spring down (in place) so that the top gray bracket (with 4 screws) can be installed. The bracket is what is actually supporting (pressing down on) the servo saver spring and that is why it has bearings on it. In other words, that center screw could come completely loose, but it won’t matter because the top bracket is what is sandwiching everything together. The center screw is pretty tiny because it’s only job is to temporarily hold the servo-saver together before installing bracket. Just my thoughts. If Traxxas felt that the owner would need to “adjust” the servo saver screw, it would probably be in the manual...but there is no mention at all about it.
Hi. I found by adding another coil into the spring has done the gob well. Ive had it like this for months and had no issue with. Initially the steering was fine but as I bashed it the steering became weaker. My first thought was to see if that screw had backed off under heavy repeated impacts. Hence why I checked and tightened that first inn this vid and then went to stage 2 of the steering fix. Check out some of my recent bashing vids. I show you how good the steering is now👍
I think you're right but there is a lot of stress on the grey plastic unit without that screw to tension the spring. I installed the 2085X and tried to get the higher tension spring in but stripped the thread of that screw just trying to get it in. The solution was a longer screw which i temporarily swapped for one of the 2 horizontal side screws you need to remove the get the front end detached. Just FYI I see some people use a thicker and longer gauge screw and drill right through. My steering issue is i'm now on the THIRD 2085X servo. they just die on me. not the gears (since my son is in the light use area on training mode) really annoying so i'm here as i ad this issue before also.
Did all this, still having same issue and it’s not the servo. Turns right good but not as much left
Hi. I had a similar problem. If tightening the screws doesn't help then try step 2. In this step I add another ring to the spring to add more pressure to the spring. Here is the step 2 video....
th-cam.com/video/nTvR1YfIn6k/w-d-xo.html
My xmaxx no longer turns but throttle works. You know if the servo is dead?
Buddy it sounds like the servo is dead. Its quite common on the xmaxx unfortunately. Traxxas do make an upgraded servo which is better than the stock one. Trx2085x.
Mine is doing the same right now. Did it help or no?
Yes. Mines been good since I did this.👍
I can't get that cap head screw back on. Can't tell if the thread is destroyed, or it's so tight and I can't get the spring to compress enough to thread it. Anyone else?
Best to try the screw with the spring removed to see if the thread is OK. Ideally if you can get the screw in you can try put a lock nut on it.
@@inspiredrc thanks! Yea I got the whole crank assembly out so its much easier to compress the spring and put the screw back in. Don't have any nuts that fit so I just tightened and put it all together. Great video thpugh. Thank you!
@@seanclarke4061 yeah. I didn't put a nut on mine either. Its been fine for months now.....👍
@@seanclarke4061 thx sean👍 excellent you managed to get it sorted🙂
It worked for 10 minutes and get bad again. Any idea?
What happens when it goes bad??
Did you put a lil longer screw with a nylon lock nut to hold it all together?....if not that's problem, it needs a lock nut.
@@redblue40rc33 yes if the servo saver is comming loose and you struggle to turn then you need to add a nut to the screw. I didn't at the time but mine has been fine. If the steering is not working at all then the steering servo is unfortunately faulty.
This is all BS money making scheme my traxxas
Bought a brand new xmaxx & the servo crapped out after a several runs
For $900 plus what another what $600 in batteries & a charger this truck should have metal gears in the servo
Not a happy Traxxas guy who has 7 traxxas trucks
I know when things go wrong, it sucks dude. The servo is a weak point on the xmaxx and traxxas know about it hence why they sell an upgraded servo separately. Hope you get yours sorted soon...🙂
2085x.. using it now, was a shame it never came as stock, powerful & faster.. also horn upgrade. makes me wonder also still it RIPS NOW.
@@kermit56780 yeah. For the amount you pay for it you would expect these upgrades to come as standard....
My brother has gone through 2 RMAs with the steering servo. Traxxas has been good about immediately sending new things me and are now sending him metal gears to rebuild servo.