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Stage I kits are best for vehicles that are stock. - Performance 550 Motors with Internal Fans, Lightweight Metal Pinion Gears, easy no-soldering wiring, & MLToys Phoenix Performance Gearboxes.
Stage II kits are best for vehicles that are stock or modified up to 18 volts. - Performance 550 Motors with Internal Fans, Steel Pinion Gears, Steel First Gears on Ball Bearings, Race Grease, easy no-soldering wiring, & MLToys Phoenix Performance Gearboxes.
Stage III kits are best for vehicles running 18 to 24 volts on a tight budget. - Performance 775 Motors with Internal Fans, Aluminum Motor Mounts, easy no-soldering wiring, & MLToys Phoenix Performance Gearboxes.
Stage IV kits are the most durable option for 18 to 24 volt vehicles. - Performance 775 Motors with Internal Fans, Steel Pinion Gears, Steel First Gears on Ball Bearings, Race Grease, easy no-soldering wiring, & MLToys Phoenix Performance Gearboxes.
Stage V kits are for vehicles running 18 to 24 volts and give the most speed and least wheel spin. - The same as Stage IV's but with Steel 66 Tooth First Gears on Ball Bearings for even more top speed.

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All of our Staged Motor/Gearbox kits are sold as matched pairs, meaning the price you see is for one complete vehicle.

Please read our How to Start Modifying Guide and Staged Upgrades Explained Guide before making your selection.

We highly recommend a
Brake Reduction Module with all Staged kits to increase gear longevity and driver comfort unless you have steep hills.
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12 Volt Motor/Gearbox/Battery Combo Pack 12 Volt Motor/Gearbox/Battery Combo Pack

This package combines our 550 High Performance Motors, Phoenix Gearboxes, and High Capacity 12v Battery for all Powerwheels vehicles that came with 7 or 7R gearboxes. Perfect for giving new life to an old ride on a budget.

The Stage I kit is a great way to add more speed to a Power Wheels without breaking the bank. Kit includes:
- 2 Modified Performance 550 motors - The fastest 550 motors designed for ride-ons today
- 2 Lightweight metal pinion gears
- Torque sleeves on both motors for more low end power.
- Quick-change wire connectors that require no soldering to install and allow fast install/removal of gearcases!
- Bendable motor wire tabs so as not to break as easy as stock ones.
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes, the first gearboxes ever designed from the ground up for higher speed ride-on use!
- Fully assembled. Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!

Motors are warrantied for up to 12 volts of SLA batteries and are often used with 18 volts of SLA batteries (not wrrantied). It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to add the Heat Sinks option if you do run 18 volts. Still helpful for 12 volt vehicles too. We strongly recommend using our Metal First Gears when running 18 volts or more.

Hollow Axle - F150, Hurricane, Dune Racer (and all variants), Hot Wheels Racer, some new quads
Solid Axle - Wrangler, Escalade, Mustang, Corvette, McQueen, Porsche GT3, Arctic Cat, and most quads

Our 12 volt battery has 12 amps of running time, compared to 9.5 amps of a stock Power Wheels battery. That means over 30% more run time! Battery also includes a fuse holder with 40 amp fuse and standard 12v Power Wheels female plug. Uses your stock 12v Power Wheels charger (just add 30% to your charging time).

This battery is NOT the same dimensions as your stock battery. However, it will fit into all current vehicles that currently use a grey 12 volt or 2 red 6 volts. Some models will required the white battery strap to be unscrewed.
Length: 5.95"
Width: 3.96"
Height 3.74"

Combo Kits only ship Priority Mail inside the U.S. Orders placed with other methods will be switched.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car please reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $210.00
: $185.00
Savings: $25.00
MLToys Stage I Speed Motors &Gears for Dune Racers Stage I Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme

This is the Stage I Motors kit for all Powerwheels 12v Dune Racers, Baja Extremes, Trailsters, & Stingers. The Stage I kit is a great way to add more speed to a Dune Racer without breaking the bank. Kit includes:
- 2 Modified Performance 550 motors - The fastest 550 motors designed for ride-ons today
- 2 Lightweight metal pinion gears
- Torque sleeves on both motors for more low end power.
- Quick-change wire connectors that require no soldering to install and allow fast install/removal of gearcases!
- Bendable motor wire tabs so as not to break as easy as stock ones.
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes, the first gearboxes ever designed from the ground up for higher speed ride-on use!
- Fully assembled. Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!

Motors are warrantied for up to 12 volts of SLA batteries and are often used with 18 volts (not warrantied). It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to add the 550 Cooling Fan Kit if you do run 18 volts. Still helpful for 12 volt vehicles too. If you're running lithium batteries you will need to use the Soft Start Low Voltage Lithium Module. We strongly recommend using our Metal First Gears when running 18 volts or more.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car you should reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $150.00
: $130.00
Savings: $20.00
Stage II Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racers Stage II Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer

This is the Stage II Performance Motor-Gearbox kit for all Powerwheels for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme, Trailster, & Stingers. It has the fastest 550 motors combined with the most durable gears. Easy to install... we've never had a customer that couldn't complete it! Kit includes:
- 2 Modified motors. The fastest 550's made for ride-ons anywhere.
- Motors have Internal Cooling Fans
- Torque sleeves on both motors for more low end power.
- Quick change motor connectors. Makes motors/gearboxes easy to take in and out of vehicle.
- Bendable motor wire tabs so as not to break as easy as stock ones.
- Hardened Steel First Gears running on 2 ball bearings each.
- Hardened Steel Pinion Gears.
- Race Grease for even more top speed.
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes. The First Gearboxes ever designed specifically for high speed ride-on use!
- Fully assembled! Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!
- Written and Video Installation and Break-in Instructions.

Motors are warrantied for up to 12 volts of SLA batteries and are often used with 18 volts (not warrantied). It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to add the 550 Cooling Fan Kit if you do run 18 volts. Still helpful for 12 volt vehicles too. If you're running lithium batteries you will need to use the Soft Start Low Voltage Lithium Module. We strongly recommend using our Metal First Gears when running 18 volts or more.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car you should reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $235.00
: $205.00
Savings: $30.00
Stage III Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme Stage III Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme * Due Mid June If You Order Now

This is the Stage III Motor kit for all 12V Dune Racers, Baja Extremes Racers & Trailsters, & Stingers. The Stage III kit is a great way to add more A LOT off-road torque and speed. Recommended for hardcore off-road hill-climbing trail-riding fun and for 18-24 volt vehicles. Kit includes:
- 2 massive 775 size Modified motors with internal cooling fans
- Hardened Steel Pinion Gears attached to motors
- Torque sleeves on both motor for even more low end powers
- Quick change wire connectors with no soldering installation
- Aluminum Vented Motor Mounts to keep the motors from twisting on the gearcases.
- 4mm motor mounting screws
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes including stronger nylon gears, improved lubricating, stronger housings, and low friction race grease.
- Fully assembled! Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!

Motors are safe for up to 24 volts. Their potential is not seen unless you are running at least 18 volts. We strongly recommend using Metal First Gears when running 18 volts or more. Not for use with lithium batteries unless you use our Soft Start Low Voltage Lithium Module.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car you should reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $210.00
: $180.00
Savings: $30.00
Stage IV Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme * Due Mid June If You Order Now Stage IV Motors & Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme * Due Mid June If You Order Now

This is the Stage IV Speed Motor/Gearbox kit for Stinger, Dune Racer, and Baja Extreme and Trailster. The Stage IV speed kit is specifically designed for 18 or 24 volts of SLA style batteries. The Massive 775 motors provide insane amounts of torque for off-road and handle 24 volt loads without a care. The gearboxes are made by MLToys specifically for higher-then-stock-speeds. The weakest link in the gearbox, the First Gear, has been replaced with a hardened steel first gear which spins on 2 ball bearings for maximum efficiency and minimal heat. The thicker-then-molasses stock grease has been replaced with our Teflon Race Grease designed to coat the gears and shafts to make them more slippery and create less heat buildup. The remaining gears are a much denser nylon filament. Even the gearbox housing is a more rigid design with grease channels designed to keep lubrication where it is needed. This setup is for die-hard speed addicts only. Installation is simply removing your old gearboxes and putting your Stage IV in its place. Kit includes:

- 2 massive 775 size Modified Motors with Internal Cooling Fans pre-installed in gearboxes.
- Torque sleeves on both motors.
- Internal Cooling Fans in motors.
- Quick change wire connectors for easy wire installation.
- 2 Hardened Steel Pinion Gears with Lifetime Warranty*.
- 2 Hardened Steel First Gears with Lifetime Warranty*.
- 4 Steel Ball Bearings.
- MLToys Teflon Race Grease for even more speed, motor durability, and more run time.
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes, the first gearboxes ever designed from the ground up for higher speed ride-on use!
- Fully assembled. Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!

Not for use with lithium batteries unless you use our Soft Start Low Voltage Lithium Module.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car you should reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $275.00
: $245.00
Savings: $30.00
Stage V Super Speed Motors/Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme * Due Mid June If You Order Now Stage V Super Speed Motors/Gearboxes for Dune Racer & Baja Extreme * Due Mid June If You Order Now

The Stage V kit is specifically designed for Dune Racers, Baja Extremes, Trailsters, and Stingers running 24 volts and looking for maximum top speed and less wheel spin. We've swapped the 72 tooth first gear for a 66 tooth Hardened Steel one running on Ball Bearings and the pinion gear is 22 tooth Hardened Steel making this the lowest gear ratio (highest top speed) available in any ride-on. Our Performance 775 motors provide insane amounts of torque for off-road and handle up to 24 volt loads without a care. The thicker-then-molasses stock grease has been replaced with our Teflon Race Grease designed to coat the gears and shafts to make them more slippery and create less heat buildup. The gearbox housings and remaining gears are our Phoenix Performance Gearboxes designed for maximum durability. This setup is for die-hard speed addicts only. These gearboxes should only be used on-road or light gravel. No passengers or added weight. Installation is simply removing your old gearboxes and putting your Stage V in its place. Kit includes:

- 2 massive 775 size Modified Motors with Internal Cooling Fans pre-installed in gearboxes.
- Torque sleeves on both motors.
- Spade Connectors for easy wire installation.
- 2 Hardened 22 Tooth Steel Pinion Gears with Lifetime Warranty*.
- 2 Hardened 66 Tooth Steel First Gears with Lifetime Warranty*.
- 4 Steel Ball Bearings.
- Modified Final Gear Ratio for even more top speed.
- MLToys Teflon Race Grease for even more speed, motor durability, and more run time.
- 2 MLToys Phoenix Gearboxes including stronger nylon gears, improved lubricating, stronger housings, and low friction race grease.
- Fully assembled! Just swap out with your stock motor/gearboxes and follow the break-in instructions!
- Written and video instructions.

Motors are safe for up to 24 volts. We strongly recommend using Steel First Gears when running 18 volts or more. Not for use with lithium batteries unless you use our Soft Start Low Voltage Lithium Module.

Just like when modifying a real car, modifying a Power Wheels voids all warranties. If you have made any non-MLToys modifications to your car you should reach out to our tech support first to check compatibility. MLToys bears no responsibility for damage to vehicle, persons, or property incurred by modifying a vehicle. Be Smart, Be Safe, and Have Fun!

: $300.00
: $268.00
Savings: $32.00