Swami RC Wheelie Bar

Testing and Final Thoughts

Throughout the time that this wheelie bar has been used, it has shown itself to be a very tough upgrade. It resists bending when it takes the brunt of an impact while jumping and provides the ability to ride a wheelie as long as your motor can keep the front end in the air. This part is, without a doubt, the toughest wheelie bar I've ever put my hands on.

I did manage to get it to bend slightly during testing, but it took a bad landing from a jump that hit a peak of around 8 or 9 feet. Even with that blow, the bar only suffered a very minor bend, that was easily reshaped. The wheels and screws have held up perfectly. I have been told that the currently shipped versions of this wheelie bar have even stronger screws installed in them. So the current version should take even more punishment.

Swami RC only offers a natural finish on their wheelie bars, so you don't have a colored anodized option. Overall I really like a natural finish myself, as it is less prone to showing the scrapes and scratches that occur over time. With an anodized finish, scratches stand out, but the color still does appeal to many hobbyists and may be a small disadvantage to those who care for colored parts.

At a price of $34.00, the Swami Bar is a very good investment. It's priced in the same range as similar bars, but offers thicker and stronger aluminum construction. Instead of soft cheap screws, Swami RC goes all out and provides hardened steel screws for the ultimate in securing the wheelie to the bar. If you have a lot of power sitting in your Stampede, this wheelie bar is a "must have" item.

If you are interested in seeing this wheelie bar in action, check out the PT Crusier Stampede, in my Stampede of Wheelies video.

Durability 10 Fit 10 Looks 9 Quality 10 Value 10

Overall Score 9.8

Rants	Raves

No Anodized Option

Top Grade Aluminum Construction Uses Hardened Steel Screws Simple Install

Reviewed 10.08.2003