Should You Upgrade to Metal Front Steering Knuckles for MJX 10304?

Is it necessary to upgrade the front steering knuckles of your MJX Hyper Go 10304 to metal? Actually, this upgrade is not mandatory. While metal steering knuckles can boost the vehicle’s performance, your driving preference should be the key factor before modification to avoid costly unnecessary upgrades.

Let’s break this down by different usage scenarios:

If you are a hobbyist who drives casually on flat surfaces, you can stick with the stock plastic front steering knuckles to keep the factory lightweight handling balance.
If you love aggressive bashing on rough, bumpy terrain, prioritize excellent crash resistance and hope to avoid frequent part replacements, upgrading to metal front steering knuckles is a great pick. Metal front steering knuckles feature higher rigidity and impact toughness, which greatly lowers the risk of cracking or deforming in hard crashes. One trade-off to note is the added weight, which will slightly soften the steering feel.

Both stock and upgraded parts come with pros and cons. MJX 10304 owners can make their choice based on their own needs.

If you plan to install metal front steering knuckles, I highly recommend this set. These aluminum front steering knuckles for MJX Hyper Go 10304 are available in 3 colors. They are impact-resistant, cost-effective, and easy to mount with no extra complicated steps.

Here is the installation diagram of the metal front steering knuckle upgrade part for MJX Hyper Go 10304: