SCX30 Brass Knuckles: Lower Weight, Better Traction

If you’re looking for one of the best budget upgrades for the Axial SCX30, this might be it. In this video, I upgrade my Axial SCX30 with Hot Racing brass steering knuckles, a simple $19.88 brass mod that adds weight exactly where your crawler needs it down low and up front. These CNC machined solid brass steering knuckles replace the factory plastic parts and add 6.7g per knuckle, improving front-end traction, stability, and center of gravity. The result? Better climbs, less tipping, and smoother control on technical lines. 🔧 What’s covered in this video: • Full SCX30 brass steering knuckle install • Weight comparison vs stock plastic knuckles • How added brass improves low CG crawling performance • Why front steering knuckle weight matters • Real-world crawling performance test 🔩 Product Specs: • CNC machined solid brass • Adds 6.7 per steering knuckle • Direct replacement for factory Axial SCX30 knuckles • Cutouts for easy bearing removal • Includes stainless steel king pin bushing screws • Recommended: removable thread-locking adhesive If you’re building a more capable SCX30 crawler and want maximum performance per dollar, this is one of the easiest and most effective upgrades you can do. 👇 Drop a comment and let me know: Are you running brass on your SCX30 or staying lightweight?