sgireland

Right on, will look into what you suggested. I will likely stick to motor and shocks/mounts. What's the pick-up body on your chassis? Stock Blackfoot? Is the 20 tooth pinion upgrade to provide improved acceleration?

Some good info in this thread that should apply to my Overlander. Looking to upgrade shocks, motor, add bushings and possibly replace the factory painted body.

Hi and thanks for the info. I do have the ESC and will order a Sport Tuned once I get the bearing in. Any suggestions for what's next? I don't mind spending a bit upgrading this kit but don't want to go overboard as I would then consider getting a different car entirely.

Hi Folks, I just bought a Tamiya car, the Overlander XB, after not having a RC vehicle in about 10 years. (Previously owned a TamTech on-road car in my youth, a Kyosho Scorpion and later a Tamiya 2WD Chevy S10). I picked up the Overlander because it was cheap but still could be disassembled. I am hearing I should upgrade to real bearings but I am not sure where the bearings are needed and how many and what size. I was also considering upgrading to a Spot Tuned motor over the original 540J but don't know if it's worthwhile. Lastly, are there any other bodies that fit on this chassis? I have looked over the forums but have found few threads about this particular truck, though if I understand correctly it is mechanically similar to the Blackfoot Extreme though I don't know if I can get all of the info I need on the assumption that the parts needed will be the same. Anyways, if you can help me out I would appreciate it. Thanks!