Team Corally Kagama XP 6S is a brutally fast off-road 1/8 scale RC truggy. I wonder whether the rugged durability of the X-Maxx and the snappy speed of an Arrma Kraton can be found in this one RC car.
Could it really be the best of both worlds? Only one way to find out: let's test!
Welcome to Part 6 of our WRCCA primer mini-series, where we take you through the vehicle setup section of the rule-set. That's Section 2 in the rules document, which is linked below. As well as the 2023 WRCCA rules, we'll also cover two more classes some clubs have adopted for their comps this year as well.
This mini-series will cover all 5 classes of WRCCA, plus 2 additional ones: Super, Pro, Mini, Sportsman, Performance Scale, Pricey's Custom Tuff Truck and Scale-1.
This video is the SIXTH in the series. We take quick look at the PRICEY'S CUSTOMS TUFF TRUCK class.
Click through to whichever class/es you want to know about, or just watch the whole short series. We hope you find it helpful!
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LINKS:
WRCCA HQ (latest rule updates here too): https://wrcca.net/forums/
WRCCA on FB: https://www.facebook.com/RCCrawlingAssociation/
Our club's 2023 Rules document can be found on our site: https://melbournecompcrawlers.com.au
And here's this video content in Article format, in case you find it easier to read instead of watching: https://melbournecompcrawlers.com.au/2023/02/08/wrcca-ruleset-a-quick-primer/
As always, check the Rules document for specifics. Comments welcome below, but we'd recommend you ask questions in your club/local *RCCA group's discussion forum/FB page/etc., helping ensure you can get the most appropriate advice.
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WRCCA VIDEO SERIES:
Part 1: Intro & Super - https://youtu.be/L6W2bn6T5N8
Part 2: Pro MOA - https://youtu.be/kjIxjGzU2nc
Part 3: Mini - https://youtu.be/bS5h7_EGRFE
Part 4: Sportsman - https://youtu.be/q9Zn1_7SXys
Part 5: Performance Scale - https://youtu.be/ONLvAF3Ynwc
Part 6: Tuff Truck - THIS VIDEO
Part 7: Scale-1 - https://youtu.be/67O7yXX-6yc
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Live stream! First one, figured I'd let you in on some work I'm doing with the Tamiya BBX. This vehicle will get a full video soon, but I'm currently still finishing the build. If you find yourself with some time to kill, why not tune in and join me at the workbench for a bit!
...And hopefully next time I'll get that mirrored camera the right-way around - haven't worked it out yet!! (Update: turns out it played fine for you guys. It was just the preview on my screen that was mirrored! Maybe that's just "how it is" - in which case, no problem!) Thanks everyone for joining me, it was spur-of-the-moment and a bunch of you piled in. That was fun! Cheers :)
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The Rlaarlo XDKJ-005 is a 1/14 RTR brushed truggy with all the bits you'd expect on a small-scale basher. It has the huge, floaty tires, same quality suspension we found in the 006 buggy, speedy steering and a big old bag-o-spares in the box.
Will we need those spares? Can a brushed motor handle the bigger tires and heavier weight of the alloy chassis? Do we even need a truggy after playing with the brushless 006 buggy already? Only one way to find out:
Let's test!
Update: this is now called the RLR-14005E
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Correction/Note: I said it was a plus that the chassis doesn't touch the ground at full suspension compression, but having thought about it some more, this could have the undesired effect of blowing the tops off the shocks or causing some other damage to the shocks or towers in a heavy, full-compression landing. Having the chassis 'slap' the ground before the shocks reached full compression is probably preferable. The 006 buggy managed this on account of its smaller wheels and tires. Time will tell how much of a problem it is (or isn't) on the 005 truggy here!
Find more discussion & detail in our review: https://rc-tnt.com/rc-reviews/rlaarlo-xdkj-005-1-14-brushed-rtr-monster-truck/
Future video/s on the 005: top speed test on 2S and 3S; durability test; mods and upgrades.
Get yours here: https://rlaarlo.com/?ref=RCTNT
Rlaarlo advised us of this sale, from Aug 23, 2022:
- first 200 sold will be $99.99;
- next 500 sold will be $129.99;
- regular price is $169.99.
Essential Specs:
- 550 motor (11500rpm)
- Waterproof 60A ESC
- 1.7KG 3-wire fast servo
- Water resistance all-round
- 2.4GHz radio system
- Adjustable turnbuckles & shocks
- General parts compatibility with WLToys 144001
- 3x AAA batteries for the transmitter. All else is supplied.
Manufacturer's page: https://rlaarlo.com/products/rlaarlo-1-14-hobby-rc-brushed-monster-truck-50-70-kph-rtr-xdkj-005?ref=uDkKyZb6JFa7v
Also check out our RLAARLO XDKJ-006 Series:
- Don't miss our review video: https://youtu.be/BoG9Q0_X9wA
- Quick improvements: https://youtu.be/SQSXMnCqugQ
- Durability test: https://youtu.be/2XqAAoOEEHc
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Chapters:
0:00 Rlaarlo XDKJ-005 Unboxing
0:47 Under the Lid
1:51 Drive Prep
5:12 Straight Line Test
5:53 Bash Test
7:32 3S Test
8:45 Drive Debrief
10:40 Closing Thoughts
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This is the REMO HOBBY 10275 1/10 RC Rock Crawler. Banggood sent it to us for a closer look soon after its July 2022 release. We unbox it and take a closer look. And then we get it on the rocks to see what it can do! (Or maybe, what it can't do?) One way to find out...
Let's test!
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Notes/Corrections:
- there's no slipper clutch. The 32P spur gear is nylon and has a drive pin directly through the drive shaft and into the nylon spur gear itself. For the power of this vehicle, this arrangement looks strong enough to last.
- I had the tires on the wrong way on front-left and rear-right wheels. It didn't make a difference because the electronics let it down before we reached the limit of traction, but I'll have that fixed before the follow-up video!
- I didn't clearly explain it but CMS (Chassis Mounted Servo) requires a panhard setup rather than 4-link setup, which is appropriate for axle-mounted servo - something the original SCX10 did have! The newer ones used CMS, but without a panhard you get steering issues!
- Wheels are plastic beadlocks! I missed that during my inspection, but that's awesome!
Read our review, including more photos, on rc-tnt.com: https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/remo-hobby/remo-hobby-10275-worlds-cheapest-1-10-crawler/
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Sponsor Coupon for 10% Off at Banggood: https://www.banggood.com/custlink/DmDYfBIZV8
Another cheap option - RGT 136100V3 on BG:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/Dm3Rf4iIaL
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Chapters:
0:00 Remo Hobby 10275
0:16 Remo 10275 Unboxing
0:34 What's In The Box
1:14 10275 Closer Look
6:15 Remo 10275 Rock Test
11:11 Improvements Needed
12:04 Closing Thoughts
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I'm done with my SCX10.3 JLU. And you can download it!
Before I retire this rig and start building a new Scale-1 project for 2025 WRCCA comps, I wanted to show you how this thing performed! Here are a couple of runs from the 2024 East Coast Crawl Fest from the end of April 2024, in south-east Queensland, Australia.
I also highly recommend checking out these runs from that same class, they're good watching:
Tom K's Course 2 attempt: https://youtu.be/VvNr_uR_KtY?si=9ODsqutaX1RLa69s
Kyle's Course 1 attempt: https://youtu.be/76cZVbJS9bM?si=1nEFs5Z-FkxnhQZH
Here are the others that I got on camera from my group: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDJ1u6BChxVFgxPxBzbMx_c7wZpGu86R1
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Here are the parts in this build:
SCX10 III JLU Kit
Fusion 1800kv (BEC on 7.4v)
jxServo Brushless 7.4v servo
Stock gears, shocks, axles, chassis, drive shafts, front body, bumpers.
Pro-Line Trenchers with DIY 2-Stage foams
240g/wheel Brass Wheels
Orlandoo Sound Kit (via 6v BEC)
Flysky GT-5 Radio & BS-6 Rx
RC-TNT Hood Sticker!
Generic front axle brass, exhaust pipe, winch, roof rack (cut-down), trail tools, antenna, etc.
2200mAh 30C 3S Lipo
Download the parts files on rc-tnt.com in the Downloads section:
https://rc-tnt.com/project/scale-1-conversion-for-scx10-iii-jlu/
Related Vids:
This rig's original review: https://youtu.be/Hi4HLd21s98
My 2023 ECCF Round-Up: https://youtu.be/oKVwqRJSIeo
Lexan vs Hard Body: https://youtu.be/BnaBUyq3UmE
Setting up a Scale-1 Rig: https://youtu.be/67O7yXX-6yc
And here's the previous video about this rig, which includes a link to where you can download the rear end I designed for the SCX10.3 JLU body: https://youtu.be/yNt4neI3k4Q
Rules I'm building to are on our club page:
https://melbournecompcrawlers.com.au/
And I made a handy Scale-1 quick check & handicap points tool, too!
https://melbournecompcrawlers.com.au/scale-1-assessment-tool/
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Axial SCX10 III JLU Kit Review: the build is finished (AXI03007). It's a 1:10 scale remote controlled Jeep. With a shorter wheelbase than the Gladiator and basic electronics we've installed, how does it stack up against its bigger brother?
We take a detailed look at the vehicle, the heritage of the storied SCX10 line, and then we put it to the test on the rocks. Don't miss this one if you're interested in the current SCX10 III line-up!
Let's test!
Read our review here: https://rc-tnt.com/rc-crawler-reviews/axial-scx10-iii-kit-jeep-wrangler-jlu/
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Electronics we installed:
ESC: HobbyWing WP-1060
Motor: Holmes Hobbies 15-turn 5-pole 540 brushed
Servo: jx Servo 46kg Coreless Waterproof Metal Gear
Shift Servos: EMAX
Receiver: FlySky FS-A6
Transmitter: FlySky GT5 6-channel
Where to get them:
ESC: http://asiate.es/aff?l=98793&i=76070
Motor: https://www.asiatees.com/featured?rank=&color=&company=&brand=Holmes%20Hobbies&model=&stat=&search=brushed%20motor&rc_pal=3736303730
Servo: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=190715&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
Waterproof Mini Servos: https://www.asiatees.com/display.php?brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=160541&rc_pal=3736303730
Radio: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=150074&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
(The above are affiliate links which help support our channel. They cost you nothing to use, so you have our thanks for clicking through, if you're so inclined!)
Manufacturer's page: http://www.axialracing.com/products/axi03007
Straight Axle Conversion Kit: http://www.axialracing.com/products/axi238000
Kit manual & exploded parts diagram here: http://www.axialracing.com/products/axi03007/instructions
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Chapters:
0:00 Axial SCX10 III JLU
0:15 SCX10 Heritage
0:55 JLU Body
4:01 Transmission
4:54 Electronics
5:42 Chassis Layout
6:27 Axles & Links
6:43 Shafts & Diffs
7:12 Suspension
7:39 Tires
7:51 Battery & Tray
8:53 Make XT30 XT60 adapters
10:06 JLU Radio Config
11:21 JLU & Gladiator Differences
12:14 Shims and Diffs
12:34 6-Problem Test (1-2)
15:11 Uni vs CVD Joints
16:10 6-Problem Test (3-6)
22:17 More on Shims & Diffs
22:55 JLU Test Debrief
24:55 Thoughts on the Kit
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This upgrade is overdue - and it comes with a twist!
Today, the Knightrunner gets its trail chops improved with some down-low axle weight from SSD and a lowered transmission and improved IFS steering geometry from Bowhouse RC.
Oh, and a snazzy new one-handed radio - you have to see this one in action for yourself!
Featured in this video:
Element RC Knightrunner RTR
http://asiate.es/aff?l=194762&i=76070
Hot RC DS-4A 4-channel Radio System
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004988442550.html
SSD00357 Brass Knuckles for Enduro
http://www.ssd-rc.com/heavy-brass-knuckles-for-enduro.html
SSD00354 Brass Rear Axle Weights for Enduro
http://www.ssd-rc.com/brass-rear-axle-weights-for-enduro.html
N2R Steering Rack for Element Enduro IFS V2
https://bowhouserc.com/n2r-steering-rack-for-element-enduro-ifs-v2/#description
SVT Low CG Multipurpose Skid for Element and SCX10
https://bowhouserc.com/svt-low-cg-multipurpose-skid-for-element-and-scx10/#description
CHAPTERS
0:00 Knightrunner Problems
1:32 Hot RC DS-4A Radio
7:22 Knightrunner Upgrades
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It's nearly 5 years old but it looks and drives like something new. These are still for sale and if you like the sound of trailing arms, floating motor and gearbox and very neutral handling in the air, this rig may appeal.
Let me show you what it's all about!
What this is: Kyosho Rampage Outlaw Pro ARTR kit
$223 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Usg3YN
Parts I used:
Hobbywing 10BL120 and 3660 G2 3700kv brushless combo: http://asiate.es/aff?l=214227&i=76070
jxServo WP5323LV servo: http://asiate.es/aff?l=190715&i=76070
Flysky Noble NB4 Pro: https://amzn.to/3JNH2sK
(But I'd recommend Flysky GT5 (w/Gyro): http://asiate.es/aff?l=150074&i=76070 )
(Wheels, tires and body included in kit.)
Manufacturer's site: https://kyoshoamerica.com/34362.html
It's expensive, but there's a steel gear upgrade: https://amzn.to/3JSeheI
Related vids to check out:
HPI Jumpshot SC V2: https://youtu.be/FNosmI2rwQw
Team Associated Pro4 SC10: https://youtu.be/uP8IPc4FESM
Losi Baja Rey 2.0: https://youtu.be/BpKBKAhMPe4
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The carbon-fiber bodied Rlaarlo XDKJ-006 Brushless 1/14 4WD Buggy has a TOUGH day in the office today! Skate park, LiPO batteries and a gorilla at the controls. What could go wrong?
There's big air. Big landings. Big... ants? Guess you'll have to watch to get the full story! Will it survive the toughest environment an RC car can face, or will it go home in little Rlaarlo pieces? One way to find out...
Let's test!
Update: it's had a name change. Now known as RLR-14006P(C).
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Get yours here: https://rlaarlo.com/?ref=RCTNT
RLAARLO XDKJ-006 Video Series:
Don't miss our review video: https://youtu.be/BoG9Q0_X9wA
Quick improvements: https://youtu.be/SQSXMnCqugQ
This is the durability test!
Next time, 3S & further optimizations...
Read more here: https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/rlaarlo/rlaarlo-xdkj-006-1-14-brushless-4x4-buggy/
Essential Specs:
45A 2S & 3S ESC with cooling fan
2847 3200kV brushless motor
1.7KG 3-wire fast servo
Water resistance all-round
2.4GHz radio system
Adjustable turnbuckles & shocks
General parts compatibility with WLToys 144001
3x AAA batteries for the transmitter. All else is supplied.
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Chapters:
0:00 Rlaarlo XDKJ-006 Durability
2:31 Low Voltage Cut-off
3:50 Heat Management
4:08 A Battery Problem
4:48 Can It Bash?
5:53 Durability Verdict
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