The best bits from The Hotshot and The Hotshot II, with a few extra goodies. All in one box, surprisingly affordable and even after all these years, this little thing has some performance to unleash!
Let's take a look at the 2012 re-release of the Tamiya Super Hotshot 4WD 1/10 buggy!
( Re: that lost screw: I did use thread lock compound wherever a screw fastened into metal. I used a little more on that one main one under the tray at the front. We'll see how it goes. I'm still enjoying this thing! )
The Axial SCX10 Pro is Axial's impressive new kit catering to competitive RC rock crawling. Our early testing has found it to be very good. However, some minor issues have me unsure about driving it to victory in our country's biggest RC crawling comp of 2023. Do I take it with me or do I drive my existing Performance Scale rig that we've built up on the channel recently?
I need some clarity!
Today, we pull out the 4 most competitive 'C2' (or Performance Scale) kit-build vehicles I currently have in my RC garage. The SCX10 Pro goes up against the Traxxas TRX4 Sport (kit), the GMade GS02F (kit) and my SCX10 Raw Builder's Kit with INJORA LCG chassis (custom). This might be the best way to help work out which rig is the one to enter in the upcoming high-level competition!
Let's test!
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In this video:
Traxxas TRX4 Sport: https://youtu.be/_6GNxmFd_6E
GMade GS02F: https://youtu.be/FFAUNlvTbx0
INJORA LCG Chassis: https://youtu.be/pVyPkZAB03A
Axial SCX10 Pro: https://youtu.be/KohtmUOGObI
Pro-Line Trencher Tires: http://asiate.es/aff?l=183376&i=76070
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Chapters:
0:00 SCX10 Pro Test
1:28 TRX4 Sport
3:32 GMade GS02F
4:50 INJORA LCG Chassis
7:41 SCX10 Pro
10:29 INJORA or Axial?
10:47 INJORA Course 2
13:22 SCX10 Course 2
15:45 Decision Time?
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The Element RC Bushido is a beaut little crawler. But can it be improved? Today, we find out!
Let's test!
Our Bushido Review: https://youtu.be/RCRCNnse6U4
Parts in My Bushido Build:
Vanquish VXT2 Tires: https://amzn.to/3QcmvSE
Weighted Wheels: https://amzn.to/46HJevs
Fusion SE at Amazon: https://amzn.to/45wD5Rv
Fusion SE at Atees: http://asiate.es/aff?l=210193&i=76070
Holmes Hobbies Servo: https://holmeshobbies.com/servos/shv650-servo.html
Alternative servo: http://asiate.es/aff?l=190716&i=76070
Brass C-Hub: https://amzn.to/46ExWb8
Brass Knuckles: https://amzn.to/3PT9jAG (Yep, they'll fit)
Element RC Bushido: http://asiate.es/aff?l=210220&i=76070
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Best RC Crawler? https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/multiple/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler/
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Broke an axle at the last comp - just as we're counting down the days to the BIGGEST RC crawling comp in Australia for 2023! Aaargh!!
Don't have time to source a new axle to grind & file to fit the Mini axles. So, I need another set. Enter the UTB18, right on time to be a donor!
We've got the awesome new Dlux Fabrication uni-joint axles in for UTB18 better steering. Also, there are overdrive gears coming for those front portal housings. Today, we look at what the breakage was all about and at how feasible this axle swap may be. It may just be my best option to continue with Mini at the ECCF in NSW.
But what are these UTB18 axles like under my Mini? Will the portals disrupt my lovely low center of gravity? Will the motor be too slow now we have further gear-down with portals? Is it even competitive without overdrive? So little time, so much to do! First things first:
Let's test!
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In this video:
Axial Capra UTB18 (review here): https://youtu.be/EJZytzGkbBs
DLux Fab UTB18 Axles: https://dluxfab.com/UTB18-U-joint-Axle-shafts-p527948550
Holmes Hobbies 280 Revolver 2800kv: https://holmeshobbies.com/motors/brushless-motors/revolver-series/revolver-380/revolver-280-2800kv.html
Axial Capra UTB18
https://www.axialadventure.com/product/1-18-utb18-capra-4wd-unlimited-trail-buggy-rtr-black/AXI01002T1.html
Articles:
What's the Best RC Car? https://rc-tnt.com/guides/best-rc-car/
Best RC Crawler? https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/multiple/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler/
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Redcat Gen 8 V2 - it has a weak drag brake in stock configuration. What is the best Gen 8 upgrade for RC crawling with this rig? Find out now!
Get your Gen 8 V2 here: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Redcat-Gen8-Scout-II-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Redcat&model=Gen8%20Scout%20II&id=183080&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
Holmes Hobbies brushed motors can be found here: https://www.asiatees.com/featured?rank=&color=&company=&brand=Holmes%20Hobbies&model=&stat=&search=brushed%20motor&rc_pal=3736303730
HobbyWing WP-1080 available here: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=130816&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
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Chapters:
0:00 The Issue
1:07 Test 1 (Stock)
2:10 Test 2 (WP1080@50%)
2:38 Test 2b (WP1080@100%)
3:22 Test 3 (HH 21T)
4:17 Conclusion
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Best Gen 8 mod for rock crawling:
Holmes Hobbies Trailmaster 550 21T Brushed Motor
Also recommended but much less necessary after the motor upgrade:
Hobbywing WP-1080 ESC
Unnecessary unless you're only crawling (but even then, less change is better with this truck):
15t 32P pinion (stock is 17t).
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Which tire upgrade is best for trail driving for your Redcat Gen 8 V2? Let's test a bunch of them and see which is the greatest!
The Gen8 V2 has its work cut out for it today! Including batteries, this is 3.9KG/8.6lb of RC crawler trying to haul 9.5KG/21lb of trailer and excavator (Cross RC T-005 & Huina 1580) up a dirt hill. How far can it get in 20 seconds with different tires? Join us for this latest comprehensive tire test in our growing series!
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On test today are 10x 1.9" sets and one 2.2" tire set. Here's the list with manufacturer links:
Redcat OEM IROK Super Swamper 4.75"
https://www.redcatracing.com/products/13852?variant=30993776705626
Traxxas OEM Canyon Trail 4.6"
https://traxxas.com/products/parts/8270
Axial OEM Nitto Trail Grappler M/T 4.7"
http://www.axialracing.com/products/ax31565
Associated Electrics RC OEM General Grabber 4.6"
https://www.associatedelectrics.com/element/parts/details/42106-ASC42106-general_grabber_x3_tires_1_9_in/
Pro-Line Interco TSL SX Super Swamper G8 4.3"
https://www.prolineracing.com/tires/interco-tsl-sx-super-swamper-1.9.asp
Pro-Line Interco TSL SX Super Swamper XL G8 4.75"
https://www.prolineracing.com/tires/interco-tsl-sx-super-swamper-xl-1.9-rock-terrain-truck-tires.asp
Hyrax Clones 4.75"
Pro-Line Hyrax (Pred) 4.75"
https://www.prolineracing.com/tires/hyrax-1.9-rock-terrain-truck-tires.asp
Pro-Line BFG Krawler (Pred) 4.75"
https://www.prolineracing.com/tires/bfgoodrich-krawler-ta-kx-1.9-rock-terrain-truck-tires.asp
https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=156613&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
Pitbull Extreme RC Growler 4.75"
https://pitbullrc.com/collections/tires/products/pit-bull-alien-kompound-growler-at-extra-1-9-r-c-scale-tires-2-foams-2pcs
Boom Racing Hustler MT/X 5.5" on 2.2" Wheels
https://www.boomracingrc.com/hustler-m-t-xtreme-22-rock-racing-tires-snail-slime-compound-w-2-stage-open-closed-foams-55x20-139x51mm-super-soft-150231
https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=150231&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
Let's do this!
Get your Gen 8 V2 here: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Redcat-Gen8-Scout-II-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Redcat&model=Gen8%20Scout%20II&id=183080&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
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If you've read this far, throw me a comment to let me know this stuff is useful - and/or what tests you'd like to see next. Thanks so much for joining me on this one! Catch you next time :D
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:46 Redcat OEM Super Swamper 4.75"
3:23 Canyon Trail 4.6"
4:02 Nitto Trail Grappler 4.7"
4:14 Element General Grabber 4.6"
5:09 Pro-Line TSL SS 4.3"
6:42 Pro-Line TSL SS 4.75"
7:52 Hyrax Clones 4.75"
10:08 Pro-Line Hyrax 4.75"
12:13 Pro-Line BFG Krawler 4.75"
13:29 Pitbull Growler 4.75"
15:13 Gen 8 V2 on 2.2"
15:54 Boom Racing Hustler 5.5"
17:12 Results
19:54 Coming Soon
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Last video, we looked at the RGT Pro Runner EX86130 on the workbench. Specs, equipment and examination can tell you a lot, but it can't prove itself as a crawler. For that, we need to actually test the thing!
So, today the Pro Runner hits the rocks. Our 6-Problem course is designed for 1/10 RC crawlers in particular and at this point we have test results for all that have come before it. What problems can the RGT Pro Runner conquer? And which problems will prove too much for it in its stock form? Only one way to find out!
Let's test!
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This video is brought to you by RC-TNT channel members, including El Duderino Lebowski. Thank you!
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RGT Pro Runner Unboxing video: https://youtu.be/3mrjf_D-9Ns
My article about choosing the best RGT EX861XX model for you:
https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/rgt/which-rgt-trail-rig-is-best-for-you/
RGT: https://www.rgt-racing.com/cn_asp/productshow.asp?id=1222
Buy here: http://asiate.es/aff?l=224857&i=76070
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Also note, the car comes with a Lipo battery but no little USB charger, so you'll need to supply that. If you don't have a charger, get one that does balance and in particular, storage charge, so you can look after it when not in use.
Here's a good basic one: http://asiate.es/aff?l=173333&i=76070
And an Amazon option: https://amzn.to/41j2X2S
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A first look at the Tekno RC SCT410 2.0 1/10 scale Short Course Truck kit. Let's go!
Articles:
What's the Best RC Car? https://rc-tnt.com/guides/best-rc-car/
Best RC Crawler? https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/multiple/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler/
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More factory pin tires for 1.9 class rigs? Woohoo!
Finally, no more 'cut-n-shut' at the workbench with scissors, super glue and perfectly good 2.2" tires going under the knife. After looking at RC4WD's version last time (link below), today we're checking out INJORA's version of 1.9" competition pin tires. And once again, they'll be tested on the perfect candidate, the Axial Capra UTB18.
This is not a sponsored video. I paid for both these and the RC4WD tires and I have no preference for who wins. It's all about raw performance - like you, I want to run the best I can get on the comp rigs, please!
Let's test!
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INJORA 1.9 Pin Tires:
Buy here: https://amzn.to/3QkHxxi
RC4WD 1.9 Pin Tires:
Buy them here: https://amzn.to/3LyvFpK
RC4WD's site: https://store.rc4wd.com/rc4wd-bully-competition-19-scale-tires.html
3D-Printed Beadlock Wheels: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3600060
@goodsons_hobbies how-to vid: https://youtu.be/KSv0bgMx4og
Related UTB18 Vids:
RC4WD Bully Comp Tire vid: https://youtu.be/OziL7NPY4SU
UTB18 Review: https://youtu.be/EJZytzGkbBs
UTB18 Gets an Outrunner: https://youtu.be/e-ILpmQpH7E
My UTB18 Comp Chassis: https://youtu.be/uaP3ifvP9e0
Buy an Axial Capra UTB18: https://amzn.to/3R9c3ML
Download my UTB18 chassis: https://rc-tnt.com/downloadable-files/
Other Essential Mods:
Front Axle Brass: https://amzn.to/484e3fb and https://amzn.to/3LgGo8m
Portal O/D Gears (I run 17/24): https://amzn.to/3RdAlVL
Diff O/D Gears: https://amzn.to/3PxsdhP
These pin tires: https://amzn.to/3LyvFpK
Lightweight beadlock wheels: https://amzn.to/3ZwRBaF
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Articles:
What's the Best RC Car? https://rc-tnt.com/guides/best-rc-car/
Best RC Crawler? https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/multiple/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler/
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Meet the Tamiya Item# 58705-A, the 1/10 RC Ford Bronco 2021 on the CC-02 platform. Yep, the same CC02 which has been around for *years* now. Some things just haven't changed - and Tamiya seems to like it that way.
There's a lot to like about the licensed 2021 Bronco reproduction that Tamiya has plopped onto their venerable CC02 chassis. But is it enough to overcome the weaknesses and older design of the platform? Join us for a closer look and extensive trail run with this admittedly very pretty RC crawler.
Let's test!
PS. Oops! I forgot to mention the lack of ball bearings! Plastic bushings all round for this one, with a few brass bushings on the axles. That's it! (I used ball bearings in mine but if you're not going to drive this terribly much, you totally don't have to).
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Manufacturer's site: https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-ford-bronco-2021/
Recommended bits:
45T 540 Brushed Motor: http://asiate.es/aff?l=140831&i=76070
HobbyWing WP1060 ESC: http://asiate.es/aff?l=98793&i=76070
jx WP5323LV Servo: http://asiate.es/aff?l=190715&i=76070
FlySky 2ch Radio System: http://asiate.es/aff?l=60437&i=76070
CHAPTERS
0:00 Tamiya CC02 Bronco
8:25 Running Footage
9:16 The Value Proposition
12:08 Trail Drive Thoughts
14:30 Other Options!
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Articles:
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