How to Calibrate Traxxas ESC (TQ & TQi Radios) Fix Throttle Issues!
Posted by Lucas on 8th Feb 2026
Is your Traxxas RC car acting strange? If your throttle is reversed, the car won't move, or you are seeing blinking red lights on your ESC, you likely need to recalibrate your transmitter to your Electronic Speed Control (ESC).
In this video, I show you exactly how to calibrate the two most popular Traxxas radio systems: the standard TQ (Top Qualifier) and the TQi (Traxxas Li
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How To Reverse Steering and Throttle On a Traxxas Vehicle
Posted by Lucas on 8th Feb 2026
Master Your Traxxas Controls in Seconds!
Have you ever turned your steering wheel right, but your RC car went left? Or maybe your throttle is working backward? Don’t worry—you don’t need a computer or a degree in engineering to fix it.
In this video, we break down Reverse Steering and Throttle for both the Traxxas TQ and TQi radio systems. We’ll show y
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How to Enable LiPo Mode on Traxxas ESCs Made Easy
Posted by Lucas on 8th Feb 2026
Switching from NiMH to LiPo batteries? You must change your Electronic Speed Control (ESC) settings! Running a LiPo battery in NiMH mode can permanently damage the battery by draining it too low. In this video, I’ll show you the quick button-press sequence to toggle between modes on the Traxxas XL-5 and the VXL-3s.
Why do I need LiPo Mode?
LiPo batteries shouldn't be d
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