GPM is a Taiwanese RC aftermarket brand that produces an enormous range of aluminum and metal upgrade parts for virtually every major RC platform. In the Philippines, GPM is a staple in hobby shops and online stores — if you want to upgrade something on your rig, GPM probably makes it.
What GPM Produces
GPM's catalog is massive. For Philippine RC hobbyists, the most relevant categories are:
- Aluminum Shock Towers and Plates — Direct replacements for plastic stock parts. Stiffer, more precise, better-looking.
- Aluminum Link Sets — Threaded aluminum links for crawlers and trail trucks. A significant handling improvement over plastic stock.
- Brass Weights — Brass differential covers, knuckles, and bumpers for added front-end weight on crawlers. Essential for proper crawling balance.
- Motor Mounts and Skid Plates — Protects your driveline from trail damage.
- Servo Mounts and Horns — Metal replacements for plastic servo hardware. Prevents stripped servo saves on technical trails.
GPM for Bashers
GPM also makes a wide range of upgrades for popular basher platforms like the Traxxas Stampede, Rustler, and Slash. Filipino basher communities regularly upgrade to GPM aluminum arms and towers for improved durability.
Is GPM Quality Good?
GPM quality is consistent mid-tier — better than cheap no-name parts, not as precise as Vanquish or SSD. For functional upgrades where you need something tougher than stock plastic, GPM delivers well at Philippine hobby shop prices (₱300–₱2,500 for most parts).
Availability in the Philippines
GPM is one of the most widely stocked upgrade brands in local hobby shops. If your local shop carries RC upgrades, they almost certainly have GPM. Also widely available on Shopee and Lazada.
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