YES! Its getting to be about that time of year again. It's been YEARS since I've been in the RC scene. Making me want to buy one of these, and get back into it. Thanks for the video!
This brings me WAY back in time! Thank you so much! True, RC cars have changed quite a bit through time. But, You should lower it down with in shock spacers so air will not make it fly at over 80mph. That was an issue we were having, when chasing speed, and how we got around it. Also, get as tall a pinion as you can, the smoother the acceleration, the less likely it you'll crash it. you're also on the right track using the smallest battery you can, with the highest voltage you can (more S is better, but less footprint). Same for foam tires: rubber, as you've shown, won't hold. Have fun reaching 100mph, now!
Yeah, I worked at a Hobby shop years ago before all the really good Gyros, the number of Aircraft (especially Helicopters) that crashed without leaving the ground was greater than those that fell out of the sky 🙄
WLtoys are awesome. I'm just starting out with RC's and they are fun to drive and quite affordable. It's nice to watch a video that explains all the technical details of modifying the car to up the speed. Great video man... 👍
He is a tech reviewer. RC is tech. The RC car was customized with the go pro. There was a computer shown and computer parts in the back ground. Well rounded video.👍
Like the change up! I love tinkering with stuff too! Once you start messing with mini quads (drones) it's hard to stop! My son is finally getting old enough to enjoy it as well so it makes it that much better.
This took me back to Slot Car Drag Races and building the chassis from hard wire, also cars with the rocket powered using the engines from the Este's rockets
I worked at a Hobby shop & we used to make Rocket cars out of the broken DieCast Models, after a close call free driving we'd take them to the local Netball Courts & run Wire between the Goal Posts as a guide like a RocketSled, it was awesome when they hit the pole 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
G'day Brian, That was so cool, those Rubber Road Tires on the blue Rims were 'Tearable' 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 WOW! all my RC stuff is older Fun Tamiya Cars & Trucks with High Detail Bodies, but I also have some TRF Racing Chassis, I have never played with Li-Po Batteries, Brushless Motors & Controllers, the most advanced I got was having a Speed Controller that came with a handheld unit so you could adjust the Settings like mapping the Power Curve, really handy for Front Wheel Drive Racing. I gave up racing as it was just getting frustrating that people were constantly complaining I was cheating because with my FWD I was able to compete with their 4WD Touring Cars, apparently a 4WD must be twice as fast as a 2WD with the same engine, I can't beat you so I will do everything I can to get rid of you.
This is really cool and a great change of pace I totally stopped watching pc builds and reviews since you can buy the hardware. Love to see where this goes! You should do some rc planes that's a big rabbit hole. Well it was for me.
I tried the whole FPV drone thing for a little bit. It ended up involving a whole lot of crashing and breaking stuff. It was a LOT of fun, but I ended up giving it up because it was starting to cost way too much too constantly replace parts. This was even with just little 2S and 3S kwads. Then there was all the tuning that went into it also. I've been looking at cars and have just been skeptical of how good they might be. Now that I've seen this, I could see doing exactly what you did here. Great video!
Dude! Going from one very expensive hobby to another? Seriously though, that was CRAZY! Both tires blowing out at the same time! Glad you got it recorded! Send it to mfg to see about replacements or at least to aid in their QC process!
I have a Losi XX, my dad has a kindwald edition that was stolen from him. If you still have any XXT parts or anything sitting about they sell for good prices. Local RC shop had some graphite arms for a XX that he bought for a great price but sold for much more!
Changing the spur and pinion gears will give you alot of gains with the setup you already have. I would go with that route before any new electronics or even batteries.
Been following your pc mods for a couple yrs now love your work and also decided to get into rc haha Tinkering is in the blood these poor rc guys don't stand a chance xD
I love RC car stuff. The last time I had one was a 1/10th scale Losi XXX-4 that I pre-ordered. Built and ran it on release day. Awww man that was so awesome. Ran that thing on the weekends at my local indoor off-road track. Obviously that was years ago, and that track shut down long before the pandemic. I really miss that. Now I might have to get back into it and if I do, my wallet is going to hate you. lol
I'm doing the same thing.. it is fun.. my tires have came off as well.. I've got the 3.5 turn motor.. I've been having alot or steering issues.. from wrong servo and Jimmy rigging it so I could run.. that ended in disaster. Now I have a new car and new steering issues. I'm going to tighten up my servo saver and try again today... I don't have a GoPro. Or a spotter. But I'll try to document my run somehow... Anywho. Cheers brother..
Glad someone else is getting into RC scene thats also in the PC business lol. I currently have a rustler 4x4 that im putting a Hobbywing Max 8 + 2650kv motor in and gonna run 3s (might try a smidge of 6s cause why not) and see this thing *haul* some serious booty.
I love this hobby man!! I had alot of giggles from the same experiences my first time giving it a shot😂 it was kinda intense i started with the rustler vxl with a 3s lipo😂😭
You should look into seeing if there's something like a small airstrip or similar you can use for better being able to really open up on the throttle. I do some light hobby drone flying and I'm lucky enough to have a decommissioned airport near me that they let people do stuff like this on.
Probably ~$400 total. The ESC alone was as much as the entire car kit and if this is something you wanted to do, you can probably do it cheaper. All links in description.
I saw the car in one of your other videos and was curious. I used to be really into racing 1/8th scale nitro cars. Save yourself a bunch of time and just put the bigger battery in there. More power is the best way to add speed. Most brushless motors are all relatively overpowered and the primary difference if whether they make more torque or rpm so gearing can overcome most any difference.
The gearing was stock but I replaced the spur with a metal version of the same gear. I wasn't confident that the plastic one would hold up although it may have.
@@BPSCustoms true still have that car (lcg rustler) and still take it out but with the stock gears now. Still can get up to 65mph with a fresh 3s battery. But because of no place really safe I stopped doing speed runs.
I like this, it's a nice change of pace over the current horrible computer market, cheers!
YES! Its getting to be about that time of year again. It's been YEARS since I've been in the RC scene. Making me want to buy one of these, and get back into it. Thanks for the video!
Also, is that a brushless motor? And did you put the last set of tires on backwards? (Although I guess it doesn't matter.... no spoilers here)
Eh, tbh I'm kind of glad they exploded anyway haha
@@BPSCustoms Time for more upgrades! Build, Test, Break Stuff, Upgrade, Repeat! Gotta love the RC world! Good luck on hitting that 100MPH Mark.
This brings me WAY back in time! Thank you so much! True, RC cars have changed quite a bit through time. But, You should lower it down with in shock spacers so air will not make it fly at over 80mph. That was an issue we were having, when chasing speed, and how we got around it. Also, get as tall a pinion as you can, the smoother the acceleration, the less likely it you'll crash it. you're also on the right track using the smallest battery you can, with the highest voltage you can (more S is better, but less footprint). Same for foam tires: rubber, as you've shown, won't hold. Have fun reaching 100mph, now!
Yeah that was fun! I'm just learning to fly FPV drones. They are a lot harder to fly than cars are to drive. :)
I can imagine!
Yeah, I worked at a Hobby shop years ago before all the really good Gyros, the number of Aircraft (especially Helicopters) that crashed without leaving the ground was greater than those that fell out of the sky 🙄
This was a really cool video! I've been toying around with the idea of getting into RC vehicles, and it's pretty cool to see what mods can do to them.
WLtoys are awesome. I'm just starting out with RC's and they are fun to drive and quite affordable. It's nice to watch a video that explains all the technical details of modifying the car to up the speed. Great video man... 👍
He is a tech reviewer. RC is tech. The RC car was customized with the go pro. There was a computer shown and computer parts in the back ground. Well rounded video.👍
I covered all bases
Like the change up! I love tinkering with stuff too! Once you start messing with mini quads (drones) it's hard to stop! My son is finally getting old enough to enjoy it as well so it makes it that much better.
reminds me of toy story RC car scene , i personally enjoy these neat side project videos that are different, keeps things fresh for me
This took me back to Slot Car Drag Races and building the chassis from hard wire, also cars with the rocket powered using the engines from the Este's rockets
I worked at a Hobby shop & we used to make Rocket cars out of the broken DieCast Models,
after a close call free driving we'd take them to the local Netball Courts & run Wire between the Goal Posts as a guide like a RocketSled,
it was awesome when they hit the pole 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
This was great, I know nothing about rc electric, used to have a thermic one back in the day, interested in following this !
Glad you enjoyed it
Holy cow man that is amazing!
And it's fun too!
This thing moves faster than the "Out Of Stock" notification on Newegg!
the front tires blown out in your hands was soo funny. lol
Nice change Brian - I used to Race RC Cars many years ago, Lets see if you can get 100mph - go for it - sure we will be watching.
Wow that's crazy with the tires! Nice video man
I can't believe those tires blew up! You need a front wing for downforce or your car will become an aircraft...temporarily. Fun video, tech and speed!
G'day Brian,
That was so cool, those Rubber Road Tires on the blue Rims were 'Tearable' 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
WOW! all my RC stuff is older Fun Tamiya Cars & Trucks with High Detail Bodies, but I also have some TRF Racing Chassis,
I have never played with Li-Po Batteries, Brushless Motors & Controllers, the most advanced I got was having a Speed Controller that came with a handheld unit so you could adjust the Settings like mapping the Power Curve, really handy for Front Wheel Drive Racing.
I gave up racing as it was just getting frustrating that people were constantly complaining I was cheating because with my FWD I was able to compete with their 4WD Touring Cars, apparently a 4WD must be twice as fast as a 2WD with the same engine, I can't beat you so I will do everything I can to get rid of you.
This is really cool and a great change of pace I totally stopped watching pc builds and reviews since you can buy the hardware. Love to see where this goes! You should do some rc planes that's a big rabbit hole. Well it was for me.
Well done Brian. Keep doing what you love.
o0o0o0, i really like this hobby video! I am down to seeing as many of these as you are willing to put up!
RC car video was a good idea. Keep 'em coming Brian!
I tried the whole FPV drone thing for a little bit. It ended up involving a whole lot of crashing and breaking stuff. It was a LOT of fun, but I ended up giving it up because it was starting to cost way too much too constantly replace parts. This was even with just little 2S and 3S kwads. Then there was all the tuning that went into it also. I've been looking at cars and have just been skeptical of how good they might be. Now that I've seen this, I could see doing exactly what you did here. Great video!
Dude! Going from one very expensive hobby to another?
Seriously though, that was CRAZY! Both tires blowing out at the same time! Glad you got it recorded!
Send it to mfg to see about replacements or at least to aid in their QC process!
Been in the rc hobby for 20 years and racing offroad for 10 years. Definitely better than hearing about a lack of gpus.
This makes me miss my days racing the xxt and 10L. Ah the good old days...
I have a Losi XX, my dad has a kindwald edition that was stolen from him. If you still have any XXT parts or anything sitting about they sell for good prices. Local RC shop had some graphite arms for a XX that he bought for a great price but sold for much more!
I wish I did. I’d pass it down to my kids.
Man, I'm a hobby collector, I need to stop watching videos like this, haha. Great video, man. Keep em coming
Idea for next time, maybe come kind of fpv camera on the rc car itself would make for some interesting footage.
This is a really cool hobby! Please share more sir!
Changing the spur and pinion gears will give you alot of gains with the setup you already have. I would go with that route before any new electronics or even batteries.
I plan on trying that, but doing so on this particular car is a huge pain. The gearing is non-standard, which is why I kept it stock for now.
Nice!! Do you have a link for the foam wheels?
I use to be in RC cars too when I was younger...now I'm on UAVs but you giving me the bug again.
Been following your pc mods for a couple yrs now love your work and also decided to get into rc haha Tinkering is in the blood these poor rc guys don't stand a chance xD
More of this please!
Hey man, i never would of thought I’d see one of my pc creators venturing into my world! Would love to see more
The tire issue explains why my T-Maxx was impossible to control at 65mph.
I love RC car stuff. The last time I had one was a 1/10th scale Losi XXX-4 that I pre-ordered. Built and ran it on release day. Awww man that was so awesome. Ran that thing on the weekends at my local indoor off-road track. Obviously that was years ago, and that track shut down long before the pandemic. I really miss that.
Now I might have to get back into it and if I do, my wallet is going to hate you. lol
I'm doing the same thing.. it is fun.. my tires have came off as well.. I've got the 3.5 turn motor.. I've been having alot or steering issues.. from wrong servo and Jimmy rigging it so I could run.. that ended in disaster. Now I have a new car and new steering issues. I'm going to tighten up my servo saver and try again today... I don't have a GoPro. Or a spotter. But I'll try to document my run somehow... Anywho. Cheers brother..
Holy blow out in hand .....WOW!!!!
Yes I liked this! Watch that explosion at 0.25 speed its great!
FPV drone flying is awesome too!..... Feels like you're flying
Wow amazing Rc car..i love it
This was cool. I want to break mine out now. I really wanted the Tyrell P34 road car but not made anymore.
Glad someone else is getting into RC scene thats also in the PC business lol. I currently have a rustler 4x4 that im putting a Hobbywing Max 8 + 2650kv motor in and gonna run 3s (might try a smidge of 6s cause why not) and see this thing *haul* some serious booty.
That rear wing makes it flip at high speeds 👍🏻
I love this hobby man!! I had alot of giggles from the same experiences my first time giving it a shot😂 it was kinda intense i started with the rustler vxl with a 3s lipo😂😭
You should look into seeing if there's something like a small airstrip or similar you can use for better being able to really open up on the throttle. I do some light hobby drone flying and I'm lucky enough to have a decommissioned airport near me that they let people do stuff like this on.
I just recently got back into RC cars after selling my whole collection 8 years ago. I have two so far.
How much total with the upgrades?
Probably ~$400 total. The ESC alone was as much as the entire car kit and if this is something you wanted to do, you can probably do it cheaper. All links in description.
I loved this please do more RC rock crawler drag cars a nitro car would be cool to see. Any and all of it please.
what spur did you put in? do you have a link im looking to upgrade but dont know what to get
I saw the car in one of your other videos and was curious. I used to be really into racing 1/8th scale nitro cars. Save yourself a bunch of time and just put the bigger battery in there. More power is the best way to add speed. Most brushless motors are all relatively overpowered and the primary difference if whether they make more torque or rpm so gearing can overcome most any difference.
I like that kind of content!
Maybe urethane tires, like similar to skateboard tires? Hard, but you could cut grooves into them for traction.
Was the tread facing the right way? They didn't look it, but maybe I'm wrong. That said those tires inflating like that is likely a worse issue lol.
Yeah it was the wrong way but it didn't really matter
What was done for the 71MPH run? Speed controller, foam tires, and motor, but stock gears? This was a great change of pace (no pun intended).
The gearing was stock but I replaced the spur with a metal version of the same gear. I wasn't confident that the plastic one would hold up although it may have.
Drop the suspension so the arms are level. There is a hole in the arms to set droop using a 3mm screw i think it is.
The front tires blowing up reminds me of my rs4 sport3 except I did it to the rear pair. Completely tore off the rear air dam.
Hey bro what size are those tires ?? U have the link? 😴
2 words.. before I even watched it.. SEND IT!
I tried lol
Cool content always been fascinated with RC cars but my Computing habit takes up all my money so I never got into them LOL
What's running 2s or 3s? At the end
The number of cells in the battery. Higher=more power
Could u recommend me a ssd ?
Can I use this for mining?
You need the optional attachments
Up next is moving up into the Airplanes RC units. That is an addiction, more than RC cars.
One step at a time lol
@@BPSCustoms ua-cam.com/video/jMg7PwrWaiY/v-deo.html
can we get more of this? More RC car stuff.
What radio did you go with?
Linked in description
Bigger wheels would definitely give you more top end speed. Might be worth a shot.
This would put an enormous amount of strain on the motor and would probably cause overheating, but purely from a mechanical standpoint you are correct
You should put batman in your next car
Lol
Very cool
Cool content
Heck yeah
Get the contact phones I never had that problem and tell your front end and a little bit more and lower down a little bit more front and back
ok, next tune-up 200mph! I know you can do it.
The current world record I think is 203mph. That's...just insane.
Tires blew because they were all on backwards. )
Bps customs ....yo man hit me up on the link for the wheels and tyres please ..keep up the good work bro 💪
I have a mini erevo I'm trying to get to 120mph.
Where are you so far
@@BPSCustoms 91mph, but I need to find a flatter place to test. I got 91 going down hill :( .
Big cheats!
Great 👍🤩👍~~~!!!!!!
Nice have one that can go 100+ but crashing at that speed is no fun and expensive lol. So that's why I went to scale crawlers and trail rigs.
Speed is an addiction though!
@@BPSCustoms true still have that car (lcg rustler) and still take it out but with the stock gears now. Still can get up to 65mph with a fresh 3s battery. But because of no place really safe I stopped doing speed runs.
I watched the crash video first. Painful.
Gearing is your problem now
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