TRAXXAS X-Maxx 1/8 Steel Motor Gear 17T by GPM TXM017TS  [TXM017TS]

Steel motor gear for X-Maxx

This GPM aftermarket motor gear is a single 17-tooth steel pinion produced for TRAXXAS X-Maxx 1/8 models. It is an RC-scale replacement part intended to restore or alter motor-to-spur engagement where a 17T pinion is required. The text below focuses on fit, installation considerations, and how this gear affects drivetrain tuning.

Fit and role: the gear is made to replace a stock or worn 17T motor pinion on X-Maxx platforms, providing a hardened steel option where durability under load is preferred. Using a steel pinion can reduce wear compared with softer materials in applications that see frequent high torque or abrasive conditions.

Installation notes: check motor shaft diameter and set screw orientation before fitting, clean mating surfaces, and verify gear mesh with the spur gear using a standard pinion-spur shim or paper method. After installation, run a short low-load break-in and re-check mesh and set screw torque to prevent loosening during use.

Tuning impact: changing to this 17T steel pinion affects acceleration and top speed relative to other tooth counts; a 17T provides a specific balance between torque and RPM for 1/8 X-Maxx setups. Consider motor timing, ESC settings, and spur gear tooth count when adjusting gearing to maintain motor temperature within safe limits.