Two of the big names in RC crawling: Axial and Element RC. We've seen the Enduro SE up close. The Deadbolt was also impressive. They have a lot in common, including a similar price. But which one should you buy?
Want 'in' on the Mini comp scene? Have a UTB18 Capra or planning on getting one? A little unsure about how to upgrade to comp levels of performance without breaking the bank?
I've got a shortcut for you. And I'm giving it away. Because I like you. And crawling. And the UTB18 deserves it, let's be honest!
This is the HT Feather, a comp chassis for Axial UTB18 Capra which I designed to work with as much of the stock parts of the rig as possible. Let me show you what it's all about!
LINKS
Downloadable Files: https://rc-tnt.com/
My UTB18 Setup:
HT Feather Chassis V2: https://rc-tnt.com/
UTB18 Overdrive Gearing:
Portal O/D Gears (17/24): https://amzn.to/3OhLbbE
Front Diff & Spool O/D (13/28): https://amzn.to/3OhbazW
jx Servo CLS5830HV V2: http://asiate.es/aff?l=165766&i=76070
UTB18 Brass: http://asiate.es/aff?l=210466&i=76070
Surpass Hobby 1300kv Outrunner: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdIpn7r
Alternate Lighter Option: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DESCpY1
Cheap Brushless ESC for 1300kv or lower: http://asiate.es/aff?l=98788&i=76070 (has programmable drag brake)
I'm running the Castle Mamba Micro X ESC: http://asiate.es/aff?l=208954&i=76070
My Other Capra UTB18 Setup Videos:
- Prepare a Mini for Comps: https://youtu.be/bS5h7_EGRFE
- UTB18 Motor Upgrade: https://youtu.be/e-ILpmQpH7E
- Axles Go Boom!: https://youtu.be/qTZ1Ie6_u7Q
- My UTB18 Review: https://youtu.be/EJZytzGkbBs
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 Racing Gen 8 V2 on the trails - this is Part 3 of our review of this capable rig. Is it the best RC crawler for trail driving? The rock test in Part 2 was slightly shocking, to be honest. See how the Gen8 V2 fares on the trail in the conclusion to our review of the latest Redcat 1:10 RC Crawler!
Part 1 - Unboxing, Examination: https://youtu.be/4v_rwyHLLlE
Part 2 - Rock Test: https://youtu.be/hpdD-KB34Xs
This is Part 3.
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Products mentioned in this review:
Redcat Racing: https://www.redcatracing.com/?ref=DzcOQYZRkdn7H (Affiliate link)
Redcat Gen8 V2: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Redcat-Gen8-Scout-II-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Redcat&model=Gen8+Scout+II&id=183081&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
HobbyWing WP-1080: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=130816&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
HobbyWing AXE FOC System: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=180340&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
HobbyWing QuicRun Fusion Motor+ESC FOC Unit: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Miscellaneous-All-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Miscellaneous&model=All&id=173328&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:27 Bad things first
1:33 Drag Brake
3:28 Servo
3:52 Crawl Ability
4:58 Expected Mods
5:21 Gen 8 vs TRX-4
5:58 Suspension
7:05 Gen 8 Upgrades
7:50 Final Thoughts
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Music by the talented and awesome astrofreq
Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/users/astrofreq-19902647/
His YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvTr8BVWXMTzdVz_mvZUsmw
#rccrawlers, #redcat, #gen8
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Element RC Enduro Zuul is finally here! But wait a moment, is this a whole new vehicle or just an Ecto in disguise? And can we speak to Dana?
We have questions and it's time to get some answers! Let's take a look!
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This video is brought to you by RC-TNT channel members, including Andy Yates, Matt Mays, El Duderino Lebowski, Tetra and Chris F. Thank you!
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Only Zuul: https://amzn.to/3RB4Qou
Ecto-1: https://amzn.to/3NpkWz7
Clearly, the folks at Element RC know who you're gonna call.
Next video, the 6-problem rock test!
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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Chapters:
0:00 Element RC Zuul
0:36 Also In The Box
3:17 Zuul Stickers
3:45 Zuul in Detail
5:09 Zuul vs Ecto
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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Twitter @rctrailandtech and on Instagram:
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WHERE TO BUY RC STUFF:
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#rccrawling, #rcreview, #elementrc, #elementzuul
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Losi first released the Baja Rey in 2016. It quickly earned raves for incredible handling, speed, and overall performance. An updated Baja Rey body style was introduced a few years later, but the platform itself proved so successful that it was unchanged — until now.
For 2023, the Baja Rey 2.0 not only gets another body update but also significant design improvements underneath. They say it performs like a champion on all sorts of desert and bumpy terrain. What's it like to drive - really?
Let's drive!
More info: https://www.losi.com/product/1-10-ford-raptor-baja-rey-2.0-4x4-brushless-rtr-method/LOS03046.html
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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RC-TNT's Other SCT and Desert Truck Reviews:
Tekno SCT410 2.0: https://youtu.be/depsCs0MEcw
DeeRC 9201e Budget SCT: https://youtu.be/-HKsZqPu_30
Arrma Mojave 4S: https://youtu.be/t0nF89KlqQ8
Traxxas Slash 4x4 VXL: https://youtu.be/XdBfOumh4Tc
Associated Pro4 SC10: https://youtu.be/uP8IPc4FESM
HPI Jumpshot SC V2: https://youtu.be/FNosmI2rwQw
Arrma Senton 3S BLX: https://youtu.be/ybv6i_wLx3Q
Hobao Hyper 10SC Kit: coming soon
Losi Baja Rey 2.0: https://youtu.be/BpKBKAhMPe4
Kyosho 1/10 Outlaw Rampage Kit: coming soon
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/
Follow us:
Website: https://rc-tnt.com/
Twitter @rctrailandtech and on Instagram:
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Send money directly to people living in extreme poverty (lets combine our resources to help those most in need):
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#losibajarey2, #rcreview, #rctruck,
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Our first day out with the Rlaarlo AM-X12 brushless buggy was underwhelming. It ran hot, even on 2S. It was noisy, sluggish and not fast. I didn't note this in my review but I also found it just ATE the batteries!
Turns out something wasn't quite right! Join me today as we look at what was needed to unleash the full potential of this latest little rocket. And then, speed run time!
Let's test!
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Our original review: https://youtu.be/G-eO0Sk0-n4
Buy AM-X12 Buggy here: https://rlaarlo.com/?ref=uDkKyZb6JFa7v
(AM-X12 only has a 20% off code: RCTNT)
Buy diff oil here: http://asiate.es/aff?l=120619&i=76070
(I linked to 40K, a little lighter might be better)
Our Related Media:
XDKJ-006 Buggy Review Vid: https://youtu.be/BoG9Q0_X9wAXDKJ-005 Truggy Review Vid: https://youtu.be/R5w-jglEKew
XDKJ-006 Review Article: https://rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/rlaarlo/rlaarlo-xdkj-006-1-14-brushless-4x4-buggy/
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Chapters:
0:00 AM-X12 Slow & Hot
0:54 More Details!
1:20 AM-X12 Fixes
3:07 AM-X12 Speed Run
6:22 Review Take 2!
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#rlaarlo, #rlaarloamx12, #amx12, #144001, #14scale, #12scale
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If you're looking for the best RC rock crawler, watch this video! We compare two of the cheapest, big-name RTR models to see which is the best crawler: the Element RC Sendero HD or the Redcat Gen 8 V2!
Prefer a kit build instead of RTR? Check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXC7UlGnWL8
Correction on tools: you'll need a 1.5mm, 2mm and 2.5mm hex driver to change the motor. And possibly a soldering iron if the replacement motor doesn't come with bullet cables already attached.
Rock Test Scores & Notes:
Sendero HD: 3:09, 6 rev, 1 gate, bonus. -19
Gen 8 V2: 4:30, 8 rev, 1 gate, bonus. -17
Scores may be close but the Sendero HD did it much faster!
Also, I had a technical problem with filming and have had to show a worse run here for the Gen 8 V2 than it's best. This run had 3 gate touches! Did you spot them all? I did a few runs with the Gen 8 V2 and took the best score (-17) for the comparison. The score for the video here would have been -7. It was not an easy course! (But that shows you how good the Sendero HD really is!)
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Get your Sendero HD here: Element RC Sendero HD: https://www.asiatees.com/display?Element-RC-Enduro-Parts-Hop-Ups-Upgrades&brand=Element%20RC&model=Enduro&id=201693&pid=1&rc_pal=3736303730
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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Useful articles on rc-tnt.com:
Sendero HD RTR Review: https://rc-tnt.com/rc-crawler-reviews/sendero-hd-rtr-rc-crawler-review/
What is the best RC rock crawler? https://rc-tnt.com/rc-crawler-reviews/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler/
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Useful videos mentioned in this comparison:
Element RC Sendero HD new course run: https://youtu.be/xXC7UlGnWL8?t=623
Element RC Sendero HD Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdpAicew5pL0Kl8yYyzCtzfa
Sendero HD Upgrades: https://youtu.be/seB9YpPPmu8
Redcat Gen 8 V2 Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdqDlo27nTf8sd_dPtDDaP05
Gen 8 V2 Upgrades: https://youtu.be/k0gScfI2jlQ & https://youtu.be/aEOIGLPViJg
Tire Test Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdq5KWsGLj0A6tU6tOy2WmvT
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Chapters:
0:00 Gen 8 V2 tows Sendero HD
0:23 What's the best budget RTR?
0:33 Cheaper RTR Brands
0:43 Is Gen 8 V2 best?
0:53 Is Sendero HD best?
1:23 TRX-4 Sport expensive
1:33 Sendero HD vs Gen 8 V2
2:35 Gen 8 V2 rock test
6:20 Sendero beats Gen8 on rocks
6:40 Sendero HD electronics
7:07 Gen 8 V2 radio
7:54 Element RC vs Redcat
8:20 Gen 8 V2 upgrades
8:47 Verdict: Gen8V2 vs Sendero
9:45 Sendero HD upgrades
10:00 Gen 8 V2 Durability
10:24 Gen 8 V2 for Trail
10:34 Sendero HD for Rock
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Twitter @rctrailandtech and on Instagram:
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Element RC Enduro is one brilliant little platform. We're big fans here! And we've looked at the Sendero HD and the Ecto on the channel already, in considerable depth.
But one thing we've not yet done is to compare them both directly. So today, we're gonna fix that!
Let's test!
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Sendero HD Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdpAicew5pL0Kl8yYyzCtzfa
Ecto Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdoFJT_HDfqQXVP4YGbl6sBY
Element RC Cars & Parts on ATees: https://www.asiatees.com/featured?brand=Element+RC&c=search_enter&rc_pal=3736303730
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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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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL3zKeOm87o
We run a small local comp down south, racing the rain and the tide. 15 or 20 people, 6 classes, two new comp rigs in my stable - both unfinished but thrown into the deep end! Oh, and a young bloke embarrasses some of us older guys with a nearly stock rig!
Let's drive!
A correction: tires on the Bushido are Duratrax Deep Woods CR
PB CCP: https://www.facebook.com/PinkBitsCCP/
I'm running the Leviathan and Pinnacle. Both are unfinished, so what you see today is very much a work in progress! Go check out Jake's page, he's super helpful and has a quality product. (This video is not sponsored, I paid full price for my models - a very reasonable price for what you get, for that matter!)
More comps soon, please! Thanks for watching :)
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/
Follow us:
Website: https://rc-tnt.com/
Twitter @rctrailandtech and on Instagram:
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WHERE TO BUY RC STUFF:
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Send money directly to people living in extreme poverty (lets combine our resources to help those most in need):
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Self-affirmations have gotta work *some* of the time, right? We'll keep telling ourselves that.
In the meantime, here's our first of two days on the road with our Rlaarlo Speed Run Challenge First Round attempts.
It was... educational.
Product links:
Radiolink RC8X: https://amzn.to/3rtOdR0
Rlaarlo CF Roller: https://rlaarlo.com/products/ak-917-1-10-car-frame-set-carbon-fiber?ref=RCTNT
Camera Gear in this Video:
Tiny Camera: https://amzn.to/43G6Ezu
360 Camera: https://amzn.to/43G6F6w
Handheld Gimbal Camera: https://amzn.to/46SPSjl
GoPro: https://amzn.to/3rGylKT
(And my phone. It was a bit to organize!)
GPS Units:
LCD-based GPS: https://amzn.to/46Vi70I
App-based GPS: https://amzn.to/44SZj06
The Little Car:
WLToys 144001: https://amzn.to/46T6HdY
144001 Brushless Kit: https://amzn.to/44OGlbd
Radio System: http://asiate.es/aff?l=150074&i=76070 (or https://amzn.to/3XWs1Ly )
Grab a Rlaarlo CF Roller:
https://rlaarlo.com/products/ak-917-1-10-car-frame-set-carbon-fiber?ref=RCTNT
Seriously. It's the one to have. I can't believe how nice it is.
Thanks to @radiolink_official for supplying the Radiolink #RC8X System:
Buy here: https://amzn.to/3rtOdR0
More info: https://radiolink.com/rc8x
Full review of this radio coming in future along with my radio transmitter round-up later this year.
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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/
Follow us:
Website: https://rc-tnt.com/
Twitter @rctrailandtech and on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rctrailandtech/
WHERE TO BUY RC STUFF:
Buy kits, models & upgrades here: https://www.asiatees.com/shop-now?rc_pal=3736303730
Send money directly to people living in extreme poverty (lets combine our resources to help those most in need):
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