HPI has updated their massive (and massively popular) Savage XL 5.9 for the 2014 year. New parts include sintered, bulletproof diff gears, new big bore shocks, aluminum exhaust, dual-stage air filter and their new Roto Start 2 already installed. Best yet, all you need to do is add fuel and you’re ready to rock! Don’t …

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The HPI Savage is an Award-Winning series of 4×4 monster trucks that continue to push the limits with performance, reliability and ease of use. Now with the release of the new Savage XL Octane, that level of excellence has been raised to new heights. Fans are now treated to a newly updated design of the …

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The Build – Part 11 The final step in the HPI Savage XS SS build is the body, wheels and tires. HPI includes all three but you’ll need to glue the tires to the wheels and paint and mount the body. Build Notes: Gluing up the tires is a simple but sometimes messy step. I …

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The Build – Part 10 Step 10 involves building and attaching the front and rear shocks. There’s nothing new or complicated about the shocks so it’s a pretty straightforward build. Build Notes: Shocks involve shock fluid which, if you’re not careful, can easily get all over the place. Have some clean towels ready for clean …

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The Build – Part 9 In Step 9, we will be installing the Futaba receiver and Castle Creations Mamba ESC. This step requires a little patience as you’ll see early on, but take your time and it shouldn’t be all that hard. Build Notes: If you don’t read ANYTHING on this page, read this: Insert …

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