Great review of this sweet truck. I actually had the side marker lights and tail lights disassembled on my Bronco today. I painted the light buckets silver for them so that they look more realistic and they’ll reflect the lights better than the unpainted black buckets once the light kit is finally released and installed, I’ve already installed the power module and rock lights.
New to this so Please forgive me on the Stupid questions, But at 4:20 you talk about locking diffs is that the Bronco climbing that incline with a Different Body on it or a diff truck ?? confussed ! LOL
Nice explanation ;) Saw another video, don`t remember the channel unfortunately, but the dude installed something like a 7700kV motor and did speed runs with it, worked out very well IMO. seems like a VERY versatile vehicle! I`m torn between this and a wraith, which are two very different vehicles, but the bottom line for me is, how challenging will my crawling really be, and can I go with a scale vehicle like this, sacrificing some size and "bash-ability", or should I go with something like a wraith, that frankly has more options, for the practicality, and let go of the coolness factor of a scaler.. Or save up and get both :D
I picked up the Bronco and had a quick question. When starting off fast in high gear from a stop and making the truck wheelie it has a LOT of body twist going on regardless of the diff locks being on or off. Is that normal or is something wrong? It's brand new but I thought the portals were supposed to eliminate that twist.
That is unusual. There is torque twist but it should be less than any other vehicle in the market. The thing to check is that your shock springs are seated ok and that it has shock oil. The shock heavy damping usually eliminates any of the visible body twist.
Thanks for the quick reply. Yes springs are seated correctly and all adjusted evenly except the LF being stiffer which in the manual it says is to compensate for the motor weight. I've been trying to find a video to compare mine with. If you take yours out for another video please check how yours does. By the way I mean I have the body twist on pavement. Offroad it isn't really noticeable when there's wheel spin. Thanks again.
I know this is an old video...just wondering how this compares to the Redcat Gen 8 Axe? They’re similar in price. Redcat has the better radio, servo, and power system. Traxxas has the better chassis, body, more features, more speed. 🤷🏽♂️ I cant decide...don’t get to drop $500 on an RC very often so I want to pick the right one. Any advice welcome!
The Redcat is a much, much better value. The Traxxas is a better drivetrain and is more ready for abuse and high speed brushless. At these prices, the vote goes to Redcat Axe. Performance is about the same.
Mikey Fourbarrel I want to add... in terms of dollar initial expense... sure the Redcat has enough ability and features to seem to be better bang for the buck. But IMHO it stops there. There is absolutely NO comparison between the 2 in terms of support, service parts and aftermarket support. The sky is the limit with Traxxas. Redcat makes a cool product and is great for getting into the hobby but more can be had, fixed and accomplished with Traxxas. The additional ground breaking features of remote locking diffs and 2 speed trans then make it an obvious choice. Again just my opinion though. But if you can afford the price tag of the Traxxas top in class rig then all that extra money for the initial purchase is MORE than justified and worth it.
Paid* :) 718USD isn`t too bad, I just found it for 744. The shipping rates from the US can be pretty traumatic lol, even for an importer.. Må sjekke kanalen din for å titte da, har sikla på TRX-4 en stund nå..
The blue and white 73 Bronco is actually on a TRX4 Defender chassis with 12.8 inch wheelbase. Since the 73 Bronco by Proline is 12.3 inches, the wheel wells had to be cut significantly (to the bumpers) to work. Bumpers had to be removed too. Works well though!
The tires/wheels have to be sealed. The motor should be brushless so it's sealed. The esc/receiver need to be waterproof or sealed with conformal coating. Or put them inside a bag/balloon
love your honest review! i just got myself a bronco trx4. love it, but ran in to a small problem. the car drives kind of weird when max steering either left or right. when steering and max and add throttle. the wheel chatters and seems rotating with resistance, is that normal? do you have any cure if there's something run with it. thank you so much!
That's definitely not normal. The first thing to check is the steering servo endpoints. The radio needs to be adjusted so the servo doesn't try to past its limits.
Thank you finally someone noticed the wheel base change I appreciate you sharing you knowledge and insights
Yeah, people are not very aware of the wheelbase difference but it is a big deal in terms of body compatibility.
Keep up the great reviews. Very in depth love the 73 Bronco paint job.
Great review of this sweet truck. I actually had the side marker lights and tail lights disassembled on my Bronco today. I painted the light buckets silver for them so that they look more realistic and they’ll reflect the lights better than the unpainted black buckets once the light kit is finally released and installed, I’ve already installed the power module and rock lights.
Thank you for making videos like this!! It's greatly appreciated.
Great review! Very informative. Counting down the days to the delivery of my Sunset Bronco!!!
Great review my guy
I have one and I love it!
Where did you get the older bronco body?
New to this so Please forgive me on the Stupid questions, But at 4:20 you talk about locking diffs is that the Bronco climbing that incline with a Different Body on it or a diff truck ?? confussed ! LOL
I pulled the Plastic Strap off, and added a Velcro Strap from Axial.
Nice explanation ;)
Saw another video, don`t remember the channel unfortunately, but the dude installed something like a 7700kV motor and did speed runs with it, worked out very well IMO.
seems like a VERY versatile vehicle!
I`m torn between this and a wraith, which are two very different vehicles, but the bottom line for me is, how challenging will my crawling really be, and can I go with a scale vehicle like this, sacrificing some size and "bash-ability", or should I go with something like a wraith, that frankly has more options, for the practicality, and let go of the coolness factor of a scaler..
Or save up and get both :D
I have both, the trx-4 is a better crawler for my rocks due to ground clearance and narrower track.
Great info brotha! Thanks for making this video really helped me out!👍👍👊👊📹📹
High five then!
I agree trx4 bronco is very capable thanks for your nice review and sharing your experience and knowledge...😎
Yeah, it is a looker and it is very capable indeed.
bout to pick mine up!
I ❤ TRAXXAS!!! ;)
Great review Francis. What battery and charger do you like to use on this vehicle?
8s 10.000mAh :p
very nice truck and video!
Appreciate very much.
I picked up the Bronco and had a quick question. When starting off fast in high gear from a stop and making the truck wheelie it has a LOT of body twist going on regardless of the diff locks being on or off. Is that normal or is something wrong? It's brand new but I thought the portals were supposed to eliminate that twist.
That is unusual. There is torque twist but it should be less than any other vehicle in the market. The thing to check is that your shock springs are seated ok and that it has shock oil. The shock heavy damping usually eliminates any of the visible body twist.
Thanks for the quick reply. Yes springs are seated correctly and all adjusted evenly except the LF being stiffer which in the manual it says is to compensate for the motor weight. I've been trying to find a video to compare mine with. If you take yours out for another video please check how yours does. By the way I mean I have the body twist on pavement. Offroad it isn't really noticeable when there's wheel spin. Thanks again.
I know this is an old video...just wondering how this compares to the Redcat Gen 8 Axe? They’re similar in price. Redcat has the better radio, servo, and power system. Traxxas has the better chassis, body, more features, more speed. 🤷🏽♂️ I cant decide...don’t get to drop $500 on an RC very often so I want to pick the right one. Any advice welcome!
The Redcat is a much, much better value. The Traxxas is a better drivetrain and is more ready for abuse and high speed brushless.
At these prices, the vote goes to Redcat Axe. Performance is about the same.
RC Review the advice is appreciated! Thank you. 👍🏼👍🏼
Mikey Fourbarrel I want to add... in terms of dollar initial expense... sure the Redcat has enough ability and features to seem to be better bang for the buck. But IMHO it stops there. There is absolutely NO comparison between the 2 in terms of support, service parts and aftermarket support. The sky is the limit with Traxxas. Redcat makes a cool product and is great for getting into the hobby but more can be had, fixed and accomplished with Traxxas. The additional ground breaking features of remote locking diffs and 2 speed trans then make it an obvious choice. Again just my opinion though. But if you can afford the price tag of the Traxxas top in class rig then all that extra money for the initial purchase is MORE than justified and worth it.
Really good and instructive video ! =) only a few days left for me :D
Right on. A lot more expensive out there right? Good news is it's a quality product all around.
I paided 718$ USD here without battery and charger =)
Paid* :)
718USD isn`t too bad, I just found it for 744.
The shipping rates from the US can be pretty traumatic lol, even for an importer..
Må sjekke kanalen din for å titte da, har sikla på TRX-4 en stund nå..
@@afrog2666 There is links under the video that you can buy from for a better price.
Is the blue and white early bronco on a TRX Chassis? If so, is it the shorter wheelbase?
Great video btw! Thinking of buying the kit version and trying to figure out what bodies will fit
The blue and white 73 Bronco is actually on a TRX4 Defender chassis with 12.8 inch wheelbase. Since the 73 Bronco by Proline is 12.3 inches, the wheel wells had to be cut significantly (to the bumpers) to work. Bumpers had to be removed too. Works well though!
@@RCReviewChannel what fenders did you use on this 73 bronco?
What batteries fit in the front tray?
The Traxxas 2200 ma is perfect
what part is not water proof? (bronco)
The tires/wheels have to be sealed. The motor should be brushless so it's sealed. The esc/receiver need to be waterproof or sealed with conformal coating. Or put them inside a bag/balloon
What 73 bronco body is that who makes it?
Proline
TRX4 ='s a Scale Trail version of the Summit ♡-!!!
There are any better rc cars than Traxxas on the market?
love your honest review! i just got myself a bronco trx4. love it, but ran in to a small problem. the car drives kind of weird when max steering either left or right. when steering and max and add throttle. the wheel chatters and seems rotating with resistance, is that normal? do you have any cure if there's something run with it. thank you so much!
That's definitely not normal. The first thing to check is the steering servo endpoints. The radio needs to be adjusted so the servo doesn't try to past its limits.
Isnt that just because of the diffs being locked?
great channel!! Sub+1 👍👍👏👏
Yeah man. Share and spread the news.
"Ummmmmmmmm...ummmmmmmm...ummmmmmm"
I ❤ TRAXXAS!!! ;)