When you’re building a race-ready truck, pulling tractor, or high-torque marine machine, every component matters. But here’s the thing—no matter how powerful your engine is or how premium your parts are, your setup is only as strong as its weakest link. And when it comes to gearboxes, that weakest link is often installation. At SCS… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Monster Truck Shows
Top Transmission Upgrades for Monster Trucks: What the Pros Use
In the world of monster trucks, the difference between a showstopper and a shop-bound breakdown often comes down to the transmission system. These machines face some of the harshest driving conditions imaginable—gravity-defying jumps, thunderous landings, and torque-heavy pulls—and they rely on rock-solid drivetrains to get the job done. That’s why the pros turn to SCS… Read more »
Choosing the Right Gearbox for Off-Road Racing and Rock Crawling
Off-road racing and rock crawling demand extreme durability, precision, and performance from every component in a vehicle’s drivetrain—especially the gearbox. Without the right gearbox, you risk loss of power, traction issues, and mechanical failures that could cost you the race or leave you stranded. At SCS Gearbox, we provide industry-leading gearbox solutions engineered for the… Read more »
Extreme Durability: How SCS Gearbox Keeps Monster Trucks Rolling
Monster truck racing is a spectacle of power, precision, and adrenaline. These colossal machines, with their massive wheels and roaring engines, perform gravity-defying stunts and endure punishing impacts. Amid the chaos and mayhem, one component stands as a symbol of reliability and resilience: the transmission. The Brutal World of Monster Truck Racing: Monster trucks are… Read more »
Understanding the Importance of Transfer Cases in Off-Roading
Off-roading is a thrilling and adventurous pursuit, allowing enthusiasts to explore the great outdoors and push their vehicles to the limit. Whether you’re tackling rocky trails, navigating through mud, or conquering steep inclines, the performance and reliability of your off-road vehicle are paramount. One critical component that plays a significant role in off-roading success is… Read more »
How to Get Started With Monster Trucks
Is your dream to become a monster truck driver one day? It can be a little bit difficult to break into the industry at first. Even if you have the funds to build your own monster truck, most of the big monster truck shows won’t let just anyone take part in a show. They need… Read more »
When Was the First Monster Truck Built?
Most people are probably familiar with the Bigfoot monster truck. Bigfoot is one of the most well-established brands in the monster truck industry. However, do you know the history behind Bigfoot, which is considered to be the very first monster truck ever built? The History of Bigfoot Bigfoot was created by a former construction worker… Read more »
How Are Monster Trucks Able to Go So Fast?
In order to be considered a monster truck, a monster truck needs to weigh at least 9,000 pounds. Nonetheless, there are some that can weigh as much as 12,000 pounds or more in some cases. With that in mind, you might be surprised to see how fast some monster trucks can move. Guinness World Records… Read more »
How to Prepare for a Monster Truck Event
Are you getting ready to go to your very first monster truck event? You might not know exactly what to expect from it. You also might be wondering what steps you should take to prepare yourself and your kids for all the action you’re going to see. Purchase ear plugs to wear during the event…. Read more »
Tips for Attending a Monster Truck Show with Children
Monster truck shows can be a great deal of fun for kids. There’s nothing quite like seeing a bunch of big trucks driving around and pulling off memorable tricks inside of a large arena. However, before you take your kids to a monster truck show, there are some things that you should keep in mind…. Read more »

