DB-01 users have many hop-up options at their disposal to tailor their vehicle for their racing needs. While there are limitless combinations of hop ups you can install on your DB-01, here are a few that are believed to be the most important to enhance performance for racing.
5mm Suspension Balls - 50994
Aluminum Suspension Blocks - 54039
| The optional aluminum suspension blocks that are offered are much more durable and precise than the stock plastic parts they replace. Combining them with the fluorine coated 5mm suspension balls will make for a much more efficient, and durable suspension. |
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Differential Joint - 51286
Differential Rings - 51287
One of the most important parts you can buy for your DB-01 are differential rings and the 501x differential joint. The diff joints on the 501x are made of a one piece alloy that are more durable and efficient than the two piece plastic parts that come standard with the DB-01.
Slipper Clutch - 54018
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The slipper clutch allows for adjustment on how the power is transferred to the wheels. By loosening or tightening the nut on the clutch, you can control how slowly or suddenly the power comes on when you pull the throttle. This is also a very good item to have when considering higher end motors in order to control the increased power output. |
Front Universal Shafts - 54015
Rear Universal Shafts - 54016
Universal shafts offer better efficiency than the stock dog bones transmitting power to the wheels. These units are made from tempered steel as well to ensure they are durable for racing purposes.
Front Setting Springs - 53974
Rear Setting Springs - 53975
TRF Buggy Dampers - 54028
| While the stock dampers are more than adequate for backyard bashing and some club races, the serious competitor will find the TRF dampers are better suited for racing. The TRF dampers are much more precise and offer more accurate tuning than the stock dampers. The diameter of these dampers is consistent with those used by other companies meaning you will have many options when selecting your springs. You can also pair these with a set of front and rear Tamiya setting springs (come with hard, medium, and soft) to give more tuning options to match the track conditions. |
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Aluminum Steering Bridge - 53972
Aluminum Steering Post - 54148
Aluminum Racing Steering Set - 54149
Adding these pieces to your chassis is a good way to allow the steering to operate more efficiently and therefore put less stress on your servo. The steering bridge offers 3 linkage positions to help tune the chassis even more.
Stabilizer Set - 53963

The stabilizer set allows you to fine tune your chassis for any track. These are the same stabilizers found standard in the 501x kits. They come with hard, medium, and soft thicknesses. The stabilizers are a good way to further improve the cornering ability of the chassis.
Aluminum Motor Mount - 54079

This optional motor mount is much lighter than the stock piece and offer better motor cooling. The blue anodizing also looks great!
Aluminum Caster Block - 53961
Aluminum Rear Upright - 53962
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Replacing the front caster blocks and rear uprights with aluminum pieces will offer more strength to your buggy as well as more tuning options. Each piece offers 3 upper link attachments to help get that perfect setup. |
Servo Saver - 51000
A servo saver is always a useful option to have in order to increase the life of your steering servo, and to help protect it in case of an impact.
Baldre Bodyset - 51338
The DB01 chassis comes with a choice of either the Durga or Baldre body. While the decision to buy either kit has a lot to do with personal preference, the Baldre body handles better on the track. In addition, there is more space between the motor and body, which allows the motor to run cooler.