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Replacement Screws



Over time the stock Phillips head screws become lost, bent, or stripped. So you'll want to have several screw sizes available in your pit box as replacements. While you can replace the screws with some of similar characteristics, you'll find some benefits when considering to upgrade the screws to a stronger metal or using hex head screws.

The stock screws are rather soft and bend easily. At times this can make removing some parts difficult due to the screw being bent. So replacing the screws with some made of stronger steel can make a lot of sense. Phillips head screws are well known for their heads becoming stripped after being used several times. This makes them difficult to remove because the screwdriver isn't able to provide enough bite on the screw after this happens. Screws with a hex head are a good way to eliminate this problem.

There are a couple of different ways to obtain replacement screws for your T-Maxx. Most local hobby stores have a large amount of replacement screws on hand. However this can often be one of the more expensive ways to purchase the screws as they often come in small packages with just a few screws. Buying several of these packages can add up quickly. Your local hardware store is often a good place to shop for many of the screws you may need. However keep in mind that some hardware stores may not stock all the necessary sizes.

A third option is to purchase a replacement screw kit, and if you are looking to replace all the screws in your T-Maxx this would probably be the best route. Some replacement screw kits will contain just enough screws for your truck while others may come with extra screws, which will come in handy should you lose a screw one day while running your truck. So be sure to keep that in mind when shopping for screw kits.



T-Maxx Screw Chart

The chart below lists the common chassis screws used on a stock T-Maxx and their approximate locations. Purchasing using the list below should provide you an adequate supply of spare screws.

Chassis Screws
Quantity Size Location
2 3x8 mm Flat Head Bell Crank Posts
4 3x8 mm Button Head Servo Mounts, Steering Bell Crank
6 3x10 mm Button Head Servo Mounts, Pipe Hanger
8 3x12 mm Button Head Bumpers
8 3x12 mm Round Head Lower Braces, Transmission Mounting
11 3x12 mm Flat Head Suspension, Steering Components
12 3x16 mm Button Head Bumper and Body Mounts
15 3x10 mm Cap Head Engine Mount, Transmission and Differential Housing
15 3x16 mm Flat Head Steering, Bulkheads, Shock Towers
34 3x10 mm Flat Head Lower Braces, Fuel Tank, Skid Plates




Replacement Screw Sets

Below are some of the more commonly used replacement screw sets for the T-Maxx.


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