Last video we found that 1/10 is about the sweet spot for backyard bashing fun. You can see that video here: https://youtu.be/jJujfFUtMkE
Today, we want to know what's best for fun in the backyard, local park and for general RC fun times. Big skids, big crashes, some rough stuff, big air and dusty chaos. We try it all with three machines: a SCT (Short Course Truck), an MT (Monster Truck) and a Buggy! What's the best type for fun in the yard?
Let's test!
THIS IS PART 2! Don't miss Part 1: https://youtu.be/jJujfFUtMkE
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VEHICLES & THEIR PLAYLISTS:
Traxxas Bandit XL5: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdp26CHTdwev5LSDQbVVjsdD
Arrma Senton 3S BLX: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdplzZOGAg5Z3A_FOzd8oChP
Team Associated MT10 Rival: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdrMy0Zoh5XipKAAmlbL3HZ6
DURABILITY MONTAGES:
MT10 Rival: https://youtu.be/mKVQtm7EvuA?t=79
ARRMA SENTON: https://youtu.be/sxdU4srxvE8?t=184
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Buggy, MT or SCT for Bashing?
1:17 Traxxas Bandit Brushless
5:50 AE MT10 Rival
11:10 Arrma Senton BLX
18:17 Conclusion
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Portals! We've still got 'em in the rear axle! But now, with a much more sensible 12.5% overdrive to the front. Weight distribution is pretty good, we've got opposed-direction drive shafts to minimize torque twist (though the portals help there too). Those long rear upper links now have a solid place to attach, with adjustment available too!
Overall, I'm pretty happy with this latest iteration of the Performance Scale rig for the upcoming Nationals...er, ECCF. (I may have been calling it Nationals without realizing that wasn't even in the name - oops!) East Coast Crawl Fest, that's where we're headed, and the end of March is coming up fast!
So, how's the latest version of our C2 Comp Rig drive? One way to find out!
Let's test!
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In this video:
- INJORA LCG Chassis: https://www.injora.com/products/injora-lcg-carbon-fiber-chassis-kit-frame-girder-for-axial-scx10-scx10-ii-90046
- DLUX Fabrications Ham Berger transmission
- 1.9 Pro-Line Trencher 4.75" Tires, Predator Compound, with included Pro-Line foams.
- Wheels are INJORA beadlock cheapies, 110g per wheel.
- generic front AR44 wheel weights (63g each, iirc)
- INJORA steel universal drive shafts
- HobbyWing WP-1080 ESC
- Holmes 40T Trailmaster Pro 540 Brushed
- Holmes BLS SHV500 V2 Servo @12V direct
- Turnigy 700mAh 3S 70C LiPO
- SCX10II RBK AR44 single piece front axle
- SCX10II RBK shocks (after-market super-soft springs in rear)
- assorted links and cross-members from the spares box
Rear axle from the RGT Challenger
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Perf Scale Update
1:37 Rock Test
5:45 Test Debrief
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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!
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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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Road to Nationals! It'll be here in no time at all, so it's time I got organised! There are 7 classes running over 3 days and I've entered 6 of them! That means a lot of prep, a lot of practice, and - lucky you - a lot of videos as you get to follow along with it all.
When we eventually get to the comp, I'm hoping to give a vlog-style experience of the three days on the rocks, interspersed with a few chats with some of the guys and a look at some of the many epic rigs we'll find there.
For today, it's all about laying the groundwork. We take a look at the Pro/MOA 2.2 rig in this video and outline some plans in the new series, Road to Nationals, which will air woven in amongst our regular videos from now until late March 2023. There's heaps to do - let's get to it!
This video is the first in the Road to Nationals series playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6qQhzesLdp1S9ZrGteYRw2a1grtKuNP
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In this video:
RC4WD Bully II Pro/MOA 2.2 comp rig
Custom CF body
Custom axle parts from Shapeways
Futaba 157HV servo
Sanwa MT4 radio system
Team Brood brushed motors
Voodoo pin tires w/custom foams
Turnigy Nanotech 450mah 3S battery w/XT30 connector
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Arrma Gorgon: an unexpected addition to the Mega 2x4 550 line-up earlier this month, it's already in Australia and I got one of the first ones off the plane. And oh boy, am I glad I did!
The last time I had so much fun with a brushed RTR was with a Kyosho Fazer Mk II, Traxxas Bandit and HPI Jumpshot V2. They're all brilliant and different machines. But for this machine, where I already have numerous monster trucks and way more powerful bashers? I wasn't sure what to expect.
Well, I can honestly say I did NOT expect to have such a great time as I did with the Gorgon here. It tracks straight, jumps well, *crashes* well, is easy to use, comes with every single thing you need and other than the body getting battered over time, I think it may be one of the most kid-proof models I've ever used.
It's seriously good. Let me show you!
Amazon sells it: https://amzn.to/3FtYIaO
Arrma's site: https://www.arrma-rc.com/en/product/1-10-gorgon-4x2-mega-550-brushed-monster-truck-rtr/ARA3230T1.html
There's a kit, too: https://www.arrma-rc.com/en/product/1-10-gorgon-4x2-mega-550-brushed-monster-truck-ready-to-assemble-kit-with-battery-and-charger/ARA3230SKT1.html
Did you notice the driver name under the side windows? (S.L.JACKSON) The bumper stickers at the rear? (Beware: snakes on board) They clearly had a bit of fun with the theme of this one!!
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Bringing in the RC heavy equipment (Huina 1580 Excavator) and trucks to set up the new logging base. The mighty 8x8 Cross RC BC8 Mammoth Flagship tows the Cross RC T-005 and Cross RC T-835 trailers to do the heavy lifting. The plucky 2x4 duallie King Kong CA-10 (ZIL-130) hauls up supplies in the Hercules Hobby 20' Container and twin-axle semi-trailer. A few of the guys are here to help in their RC4WD TF2 and sleeper utility trailer. Site manager is Tully the Vizsla.
This is not a review video. RC is for fun and today it's all about the trail! Thanks for watching :)
Featured Vehicles:
0:00 Cross RC BC8 Flagship 8x8
0:20 RC4WD TF2 4x4
1:10 Huina 1580 v4 Excavator
1:50 Cross RC T835 Logging Trailer
3:10 King Kong CA-10 (ZIL-130) 2x4
3:20 Hercules Hobby 20' Container & Semi-Trailer
4:00 Cross RC T-005 3-axle Trailer
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https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32222010192.html
Cross RC BC8 Mammoth 8X8
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https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32952260163.html
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Horizon Hobbies recently released their SCX10 III Gladiator Elite Edition for $1099. We priced the components individually and had a go at making it better. Presenting the RC-TNT S.M.A.E Gladiator! Wooooow!
Horizon's Elite Edition: https://prod.horizonhobby.com/product/1-10-scx10iii-jeep-gladiator-elite-edition-4wd-rtr-green/AXI03012.html
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We added:
Axial Tuff Stuff Overland Accessory Pack
Unbranded Brass Portal Outers to front only
INJORA 1.9" Metal Beadlock Wheels
Pro Line Hyrax Predator 4.75" Tires
INJORA Dual-Stage foams (firm-soft rear, soft-soft front)
SCX10 III Heavy Rear Springs
80wt. Shock Oil to rear shocks (35wt. standard in front)
Unbranded LED Light Bar
A note on suspension: I forgot to wind on some pre-load on the rear-left shock to counter torque-twist. It's quite evident in those last reels of running on the grass, there. I've since put 5mm of pre-load on the back-left and now it sits nicely, even under acceleration.
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Chapters:
0:00 Horizon SCX10 Elite
0:10 RC-TNT SCX10 SMAE!
1:04 Tires & Shocks
2:46 Brass & Wheels
3:22 Light It Up!
3:37 Horizon vs RC-TNT
4:27 Rock Testing
9:06 Elite or SMAE?
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This is the Boom Racing BRX02 Review of the Leaf Kit & Team Raffee Co. Land Rover Defender 110 Pick-Up (Ute) Body. Welcome to our most detailed build series ever!
Part 1: Intro and Unboxing - https://youtu.be/xt-OzO2Hafo
Part 2: Starting on the Chassis - https://youtu.be/WQqnNepdZbo
Part 3: Cross Members & Transmission - https://youtu.be/TBUF5_-SGfE
This is Part 4: Transfer Case & Suspension
Boom Racing BRX02 site: https://www.boomracingrc.com/brx02-scale-performance-chassis-kit-leaf-spring-team-raffee-co-d110-196511
Get yours here: BRX02 Leaf Kit: http://asiate.es/aff?l=196511&i=76070BRX02
Coils Kit: http://asiate.es/aff?l=196510&i=76070TRC D110
Pickup: http://asiate.es/aff?l=130588&i=76070TRC D110
Wagon: http://asiate.es/aff?l=130587&i=76070
BRX02 6x6: https://www.asiatees.com/display?id=208813&rc_pal=3736303730
Soldering Jig: http://asiate.es/aff?l=207840&i=76070
ISDT ESC70 ESC: https://ban.ggood.vip/12JX0
Also check out our BRX01 review: https://youtu.be/IGvkUnnUKQA
The new Boom Racing Land Rover Series III BRX02 Bodies: https://www.asiatees.com/article?Win-A-Boom-Racing-Land-Rover-Series-III-BRX02-Pickup-Kit&id=3568
Tools Mentioned:
Boom Racing Metric Hex Wrench Tool Set (7pcs): http://asiate.es/aff?l=159922&i=76070
6-in-1 Caddy Hex Wrench Set: http://asiate.es/aff?l=157060&i=76070
Sponsorship disclosure: some of the items in this video were purchased at a discount from a sponsor (AsiaTees - though we'd have bought this one anyway, it's a stunner!) As always, we aim to make an honest and fair representation of whatever vehicle we're discussing.
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And it's not what you'd expect!
I did try the Holmes Hobbies 280 Revolver 2600kv, but with a 12T pinion, even on 2S, it was just too fast. So, today, the UTB18 gets an Outrunner it can actually manage! Cheap Surpass Hobby motor plus Holmes Crawlmaster Mini ESC (overkill for this one) and we have a sweet little rig!
Product Links:
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
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(has programmable drag brake)
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