Hey everyone! In this video I made a mistake and stated that this car didn’t have a servo saver(which I found odd) as I just didn’t see the spring hiding in the servo horn. My eyesight is terrible and I totally missed it! Thanks to a very kind viewer who pointed out that he saw it , the( servo saver in the video) and notified me of it. So, correction, this does in fact have a servo saver! Folks, that’s what this comment section is for. I appreciate that! 👊🏼👀🤗
Man this looks like a great rc. Appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It’s got 3 things that make this a must buy for me. #1 the 2995 chassis. #2 the center dif. #3 the independent receiver. Thanks again for the video. Have a great weekend
Thanks dude, it really is an awesome Rc. You’re right on every point you make about why this is great. I was wondering when haiboxing was going to give us a serious larger scale rc, and finally they have. I contacted haiboxing to make some suggestions on other leaving room to allow a bigger , longer pack in this chassis and they responded asking why ? That surprised me that they didn’t understand why. They didn’t know where to put it all. I sent a picture of the internals of a Rlaarlo AM-D12 and replied “this is how.” I think they get it now hopefully 🙏. That’s really the only thing holding this Rc back. I love the smoothness of this esc/motor. It’s hard to explain, but it’s awesome! Thanks so much for watching and leaving your feed back brother!!👊🏼😎👍🏻✌🏼 Merry Christmas 🎄 dude!😃
Yes indeed Ryan. The cold can break any Rc! Love Haiboxing too! They’ve got to redesign the Battery compartment though like Rlaarlo! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving buddy! Happy Holidays!🙌🌟🎄🎅🏼🍻
Singer sowing machine on steroids!! Dang 40 mph impressive. It made it through the curb crash!! And some tough tumbles in that nice little dirt Jim there! Great slo mo crashes! Survived the tumble into the rock! Man anyone who interested in these saw a great test!! Sooo freaking cold out lately dude!!!!
Sorry it ended with some breakages Robby but I do appreciate you going out and freezing for a while to make the video! I am starting to like these 1/12th and "1/10th" scale little brushless kits more and more. I may have to check this one out! I hope you can get the part in for it soon and also find a new body for it too! The cold is not kind to plastics at all!
Thanks Addam! Every thing is back to normal except for the body. Right now I have a temp body shell for it which actually doesn’t loo too bad. I will be showing that on the channel maybe tonight. The stock body shell will be coming to Amazon in a few weeks from haiboxing And they said they will send me a replacement , which is very cool. Parts are abundant for this otherwise! Thanks for checking in and leaving your very kind comment!✌🏼😃🍻
Thanks so much Dirk. It was fun till the wind picked up🥶! Too cold for Rc stunts😝! I’m always glad to hear from you brother. Thank you. Happy holidays too!🙏🎄🌟🎅🏼
My nephew has an hbx901a in which now Ive replaced the rear pinion diff gear and rear diff (again) and am thinking of selling to get him one of these. Here in the UK, an imported (from the USA) 2997a is only a little lower than price of the aluminium Omni terminator. I love Hbxs but the Omni seems a lot of car for the money and shouts "quality."
Hi 👋🏻! I agree with you my friend. The 2997a is a great and tough Rc Truck, but Rlaarlo’s Omni is a lot more Truck for the money in my opinion. My 901A is still holding up nicely (knock on wood) I’m on the second body though and pretty much run it on 2s like it’s supposed to be run. I’m hoping to purchase the Omni Terminator soon and will probably go with the metal chassis version. What about you? Thanks I really appreciate the comment and your viewership!👊🏼😎👍🏻
Hey Robby, like the new Haiboxing 2997A, it is a spunky little 12th scale buggy. Man that last jump hurt me when it landed. True RC enthusiast filming in the cold (dedicated). Take care and stay warm. 💯💯
Haha LoL ! It hurt me too ! The 3s was on its way out! I should of known better than to try and backflip it at the end of the pack. It just couldn’t get enough rotation and then 💥BAM!💥 an extremely bad landing on its back side, in freezing temps🥶! Luck it was just basically the body. I already got the rest of it fixed up. Nothing too serious. I have to wait a couple of wks before Amazon will carry this new body style. Got a temp body I will be sharing soon hopefully! Thanks for your support brother! Always love hearing from you! Happy Holidays to you and yours AL!🙌🌟✌🏼🎄🎅🏼
Yes, you should definitely take them up on it! It’s a great little Rc! Thanks for tuning in and leaving a comment Brent! 👍🏻👊🏼😎 Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟✌🏼
I really appreciate you watching and your kind comment! Thank you Princess 👸✌🏼❤️🌟 These new budget Rc Companies are really starting to come out with some really nice Rc’s, while offering durability and spare parts. I like where the market is going!👍🏻👍🏻
It was a good test, hard to drive fast and video at the same time. It is good to test them to their limits so we can see what they can take. Thank you for the demonstration and great job on this video 👍
Thank you so much my friend! Comments like this keep me going! I’m so happy you appreciate it. I also appreciate you! Have a great weekend and happy Holidays🎄🙏🎅🏼🇨🇽✌🏼🍻
The AM-D12 would have been a much better Buggy if they would have used captured links on their links instead of pressure mounted ones that pop out of place, I sent mine back, couldn't enjoy having to stop every few minutes to snap the steering links back on, and this was only on dirt and pavement, no jumps, no bashing. Now, if HBX was thinking ahead, they really need to release a 2995 Brushless Version. The 2995 is one of my favorite cheap RCs.
@@NoodlesNJ1 I totally agree with you on the links. Capturedwouldbe so much better. This is basically a brushless “2995”underneath anyway. Thanks for the cool comment and the view! ✌🏼👍🏻😎
Good Review Robby 🎉 RCF4L 🥶 Man that's Cold Out there... Nice Run on the Speed 😜😁👉 If'n You Ain't Breakin' then You Ain't Bashin' Hard Enough (Temps are Hard on It) ✌🤠👍 Having Fun Laughing Playing and RCing 🙏 Stay Safe and Play Healthy Brother and Have a Great Rest of Your Weekend 🎉🏁💯🏁🎉
Yes, you are absolutely right! With MJX, and Rlaarlo Constantly delivering lately, HBX Needed this to put them back in the hunt! Thanks for your awesome comment!
Hi Robby, always look forward to your unboxing and product review, they are so, so good. Lots of great design features on this short course RC, from the oversize CVD’s, alloy shocks to the electronics and that highly detailed body. Nice tips from you too, getting the protective film off the body and getting the truck ready for action 😊😊 it’s certainly a serious contender to the other manufacturers in the scale, a very fiercely fought arena 😊😊 very cold day, bright, but cold. UK is again wet and around 5C (41F)🤔🙇🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️. I too use the local senior school car park for speed runs, nice and open and the surface is smooth enough 😊😊27mph is very respectable too, especially for the temperature 😊 oh wow! On 3s, so much more punch and speed 39mph, oh just saw the kerb strike, tough little tike 😊😊(and the RC😂😂). Off road, it’s great fun, if you can keep it off the rocks 😂😂😂Best wishes to you and the family 😊😊
John my friend Thank you so much for watching! I really enjoyed running this, I wish it would of been a tad warmer or at least no wind would of been nice Though as that wind Chill was unexpected and unwelcome! 🥶 I really do like this car. I got it fixed up and have a loaner body shell on it for now till the factory shell comes in. Will be sharing that on the channel maybe tonight! I really ❤️ your comment brother. Thank you so much! Glad you liked the truck! Warm wishes to you and yours brother!👊🏼😎🌟👍🏻💯
Thanks Dan! It’s a great car. Really fun to drive. It definitely has some softening done the programming, which really just makes the power delivery very linear, which is good for keeping you from flipping it over all the time. On 3s, I can still still feel it, but but not as much. I’m going to try my Hobbywing program card on it. And see if I can unlock the beast. Over all though I really do like it. I should of reinforced the body shell before testing it. Sy Lin said she’d send me another one as soon as they are available. Found something else to work for the moment! Thanks for watching dude!👊🏼😎✌🏼
@@careynorris9961 yes! I agree , both are truly great. If I had to pick one though it would be the Rlaarlo. Thanks for your awesome perspective and feedback! 👍🏻😎
Your absolutely right!! They ( Losi Arrma, and Traxxas ) do make great stuff , but for what you can get these for( this I got for ($150) it’s a no Brainer. Hbx is know for their robust and durable plastics. Now paired with decent oil filled shocks as well as a nice brushless set up its a great way to go whether new or a veteran to the hobby! Thanks! I really appreciate your feedback!👊🏼🤗👍🏻
I believe it does have a servo saver. My 18859 does and I’m pretty sure I can see it in your video. Please advise? I can’t believe that truck took a 40mph hit to a curb! Great video thank you!
Hello and thank you for chiming in. I do really appreciate it and love getting feedback from viewers. As far as the servo saver goes, thank you, I stand corrected. Please forgive my failing eyesight LoL! I’m terribly farsighted and can’t see things close up, even my readers don’t help much any more LoL! I had to recheck 3 times after you called me out , third time using a magnifying glass helping me see it in the servo horn, heheheh! Thank you for the correction my friend. I thought it was odd that I didn’t see one, and called what I saw. I will pin a post to this video and make the correction. You got good eyes 👀! And yes’ I couldn’t believe this didn’t break anything when it hit that curb straight on! That certainly bodes well for Haiboxing plastics!💪🏽💯‼️
That thing took A LOT of crashes before it broke. Hard to be mad at it for that. I have one coming as well!!! May need to go straight to 3S based on what you show here.
Thanks Troy! Yes considering the cold here, it held up well. Basically just a shock eyelet broke and the body broke. The rear dog-bone went back in nicely after freeing things up a bit the 3s was dropping of on the jump do to the cold and I really think with a fresh 3s pack, this can get the backflips done! Always great to get feedback from Roadside Rc!💯💯💯👍🏻👊🏼😎 Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟🙏🎅🏼🍻
I have never tried one of Ovonic's higher end LIPO's. Their 50C line is really low performance but I was always curious about the 120C LIPOs. One thing I have learned from the serious speed run guys if you warm your LIPOs up before you run them, you can get optimum performance. That way your can run it at its highest voltage and just give it the beans right from the start and not wear it down before you do your actual speed run. I pre warmed mine (put it in a cooler bag with a hot water bottle and flipped the battery ever 15 min or so to heat it up as evenly as possible) as like you, when I ran mine it was chilly outside (but not as chilly!). It looked really cold when you ran yours! Way to brave the cold to get that video done! Sorry you got some damage. I cracked my body in the back too.... was annoyed for sure.
Hi Brian, thanks for your Red awesome comment brother! Yes I too have heard of those warm up methods. Which is good practice. I just kept mine near the heater vent of my truck. It kept them toasty. I have noticed thought that lipos surge after running a few laps and give optimal out put a few laps in before they drop off. If you speed run right away like many do with a fresh pack the stored energy deep in. The cell has not yet energized it’s full output. When it’s cold outside, with lipo’s anyway that energy in that gel has not much insulating it so it loses out put much quicker and gives a shorter runtime as well as compromised output. Hard packs do a bit better in the cold (if kept) warm than gel packs because of that extra bit of insulation , which takes up space. Makes sense why all these yrs have been so expensive! 😝 All I know is I really like this thing. I too wish there was more space for a longer battery pack.this little compartment is certainly limiting. On options out there! I mentioned this to Sy Lin and had her pass the message to the chief engineer. Don’t know if they listen to customer feedback like Rlaarlo does, but it was definitely worth a shot. It $150 it’s a great deal, but I don’t think I’d pay $200 for this. Any way, thank you so much for your very helpful videos as I’ve watched all of them. You have a great channel and go a fantastic follow up on stuff you are testing. Glad I subbed and keep up the amazing work!👊🏼😎💯😃👍🏻 Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟🙏
@@BangForYourBuckRc Thanks for the insight on the LIPOs. I never really considered hard packs having better "insulation: but that makes sense! I will say when I am running a car hard (as long as it has a pretty powerful system or on an undersized LIPO lol), the LIPOs usually stay warm at least on a cool day (maybe not as cold as the day your ran yours where I guess it was below freezing?). I will say I think it is tough to make a generalization as there are so many variables, but in a high draw RC (like my Bandit that goes nearly 100 mph on 3s), it will NEVER run faster than it will on the first pass because it will discharge the LIPO about 0.1v after each run. It might come close on the second run but after that it will never be able spin the motor as fast after that first run on consecutive runs. Now on a lower draw RC that might be different, I am not 100% sure. I will say with my HBX, I don't think I would have been able to reach and exceed the factory 45 mph claim on 3s or reach the claim of 30 mph on 2s without pre heating the LIPOs on a cool day (around 45 or 50F). I gave them like 45 min trying to give enough time for the center to warm up too. But, it sounds like yours may have been warmed up a fair amount too.... so IDK.🤣I would love to see you run that Ovonic 3s pack on a warmer day and see how far into the 40s you can take it. I don't choose to work Ovonic anymore as my contact would go off the grid/be unresponsive for weeks at a time and I found it very unprofessional but I would live to test one of their higher end packs as their lower end stuff has been subpar in my experience... I just can't bring myself to deal with them when I have many other LIPO companies that have been great to work with. : ( Also, I have used their packs to demonstrate lower performance so many times now... I am not sure if they appreciate it but it is what it is. : ) I am glad that your are in contact with Sy! I was going to talk to you about that offline but here is fine too. I cracked my body in the same location that your broke yours.... so that for sure is another area that needs improvement. I think (hope) if they hear it from enough they will make some changes in the future. I hope they are not lazy about it and just keep using the same chassis with little change from one version to the next. I think it is time they really redo it and free up space needed for a larger LIPO - something that can hold say a 2,600 or 3,000 mAh 3s. If they want to stay competitive, they are going to have to as as we both know.... a lower capacity LIPO (everything else being equal) is going to be slower and of course have a shorter run time too!. I am with you, for $150 it is a great deal. I personally wouldn't but it for $200 but for someone just getting into the hobby I think they could do worse for $200 for sure! I love that things are really heating up at this price point and this will only help us consumers get better and better products! I hope I can get a newer MJX or Rlaarllo or another competitor car in the future to test against my HBX. I am for sure going to have to check out some of your older reviews as that HBX one was great! You seem to have a lot of good products you test out and have a ton of great knowledge from all the testing. You are killing it!🤩
@@BriansRCStuff I really appreciate that Brian . I really have been enjoying what I’ve been seeing coming off from your channel as well and definitely appreciate and respect you perspective on things. I’m always learning so much from other enthusiasts as well. I pretty much stick to the budget grade stuff as that’s what got me back into the hobby 20yrs ago. Due to many people being on a fixed and lower budget like my self, I figured I’d weed through a lot of the crap out there for people and find what I think would be a worthwhile purchase for people who are cheap or budget minded as I am. Well , all the best to you brother, I’m glad to have gotten acquainted With you and your channel. I will definitely be back for more! ✌🏼😎
Dude, Thank you for watching. I really do appreciate your comment too! I’m betting Ali Express and Banggood will have these in by the new year. Really nice trucks! I think you’ll be pretty happy over all. They really just need a bigger battery slot. You don’t get much runtime with 1800-2000 mah. Need more like 2500+mah’s to get decent runtime. Happy Holidays brother! Hope you can get your hands on one soon!👊🏼😎🌟🎄🎅🏼🙏
Haha, I still have some of the old ones too! I’ve got to get those out, it’s been a while since I’ve last used them. Thanks for feedback Jeremy! It is a really sweet truck for sure! I’m sad the body got smashed. Was on the tail end of the 3s battery pack and thought it might have enough to back flip. Wish I hadn’t of done that!😆😫😂 that’s ok New body coming soon! As soon as they’re available!
Hey new sub here great stuff man i wanted this truck so bad when it came out then come to find out i have a 2996 lol & have done the bL conversion & changed the cen diff fluid & its a beast of a truck realy i just want the body lol & they arnt indestructable Derby city riped the front end off but he brakes everything haha its funny 🤷♂️hey if your ever up for beach bash im in hampton beach,NH they setup rows of sand for winter storms they make great jumps
Hey neighbor! LoL! (Practically) I’ve Been down in Hampton Beach a handful of times. It’s a wicked nice area! If I think I’m heading down that way for any reason, I will contact you brother! That sounds like fun! I really appreciate the sub man, and yeah, if you have a made into brushless 2996 ( made into brushless) than you already have a 2997a 👍🏻👊🏼👍🏻👊🏼😎🤗✌🏼. No need to spend more mone except for a body shell! Evan DCRC puts them through the ringer pretty hard! It gets views!👍🏻 Thanks again !
I could tell you were from Maine as soon as I heard you lol so naturally I gotta subscribe to a fellow Mainer lol. It looks good , I haven't tried any china specials but they are definitely bringing up the level of par
For sure they are brother! A fellow Mainer? What part of Maine are you from? Pretty hard to miss the accent isn’t it! LoL! I get it all the time! Thanks for stopping in and leaving a comment dude. I do really appreciate. Please stop in again! Happy Holidays brother!🙏🎄✌🏼🎉🎅🏼
That would be an awesome video having the two chasing each other… where are you located? I’m in NJ I’d help you make that video if you’re anywhere near me lol
That’s awesome of you to say brother. Would take you up on that if we were a bit closer. All though in the big scheme of things we’re not that far from one another! I’m in central MAINE!
Question about alignment and steering trim- struggling to get this car to drive on straight line. I tried tweaking the steering trim but every time I adjust it over corrects in the opposite direction
Ooooh…wicked good and tough question, but if I had to pick one it would be the AM-D12. It fits bigger lipo packs right out of the box. Off road handling is just a hair better as well. Both are really great cars though and you can’t go wrong with either!
@@BangForYourBuckRcah cool. yeah I was debating between the two and I placed an order for the AM-D12 just because I have a couple of HBX and haven't got a Rlaarlo. I wish the AM-D12 also had a center diff though. I have asked a few UA-camrs who had reviewed both cars and it's been 3:1 AM-D12 winning 😂
Well it’s going to break somewhere if you fly it into rocks!!! Then flip it on a cold day!! Still running!! She’s beat dude! Idk if it’s crazy jump grade!!! Lol
Not in the cold it isn’t !🥶😝 Nothing like this really is. I should of kept it on all fours or just that small dirt pile! I think in a bit warmer weather and a fresh lipo it would rock the stunts. I was using what was left of those lipos from the speed runs. Thanks for the great feedback dude. Always look forward to it!👊🏼😎✌🏼 Happy Holidays too!🎄🌟🎅🏼✌🏼🍻
Can you connect a fan to the motor like some other rc the more come with a fan or u can buy it separately but my question is can that motor get a fan screw onto the heat sink ???
What’s up daddy! Thanks for your good question and thank you for Checking out the video! I think you can mount a fan on this motor heat sink, but I defer to check back with you later,as I am heading to work right now. Or you could just get a heat sink and fan combo unit and be done with . I think though,if you test it by taking out a screw from the esc fan and try screwing it into motor heatsink see if it captures it. That’s what I would try! Wish you good luck! Keep me posted!👍🏻😆💯
And what BangforyourBuck really meant to say: There's an awful lot of good ones out there today. Careful with that. I have the Gool 16th and the Hosin 10th scale and both are excellent trucks and rated for 3s. I would take the Hosin over the Redcat Volcano any day. I have a Redcat TRMT10E that was made for 3s and is probably the best I've got, it's 6 years old and has never broken. It's one of the best bashers all time, by any brand, and can draw pictures in the sky. Really. I have a Redcat Blackout Chevy Suburban on 3s. Same thing. It's like it's made out of rubber or something and it too is six years old. But I have gone through 5 bodies. The point is: There was life before Hyper Go and Haiboxing. And unless you're being paid by them, my answer is the best answer. As far as the Chinese brands go, take your pick; they're all the same. And most are just Redcat Volcano16 rolling kits with different brand stickers on them, with all the options. The peel off membranes on the Lexan body's? That's all Redcat. At least they put warning stickers on them now. Everyone who has Redcats has wasted at least one body sticker sheet by sticking them on the membrane instead of the body. I know I have.
@@dannysdailys I agree with you Danny. The old Hosims Rocked and still do. Some of the best cheap bashers out. I never claimed haiboxing to be the best. But they did set a standard, and Hosim did as well. I do think that MJX, and Rlaarlo have raised the bar with budget Rc of this time period. That comes at a bit of a cost increase,as everything is going up. I do still Like my Redcats. They have turned otherwise cheap bashers into good quality rigs. Remember, All these Rc’s are from China Even Traxxas. Traxxas is only assembled here. Still from China though. I think we have more in common on the subject than you think. Really appreciate your comment buddy! Thanks for watching too. Oh yeah, Nope, Not getting paid by anyone. I buy 99% of my Rc’s
Actually, Redcat is made in Taiwan, as is Hobbywing, except the left over HSB platforms which are China, like the Volcano. And the Volcano is hardly a basher, as it's far too fragile. Even Redcat warns you not to 3s it. All it does is break. Castle and Traxxas are from China. Castle doesn't even give you the full specs on their motors. And I never said you said Haiboxing was the best. Someone else did and I just had to set him straight. I thoroughly enjoyed your review. @@BangForYourBuckRc
When I purchased this it was under $150 off from Amazon with the use of an Amazon coupon. Great car for the money and great service as have spare part availability which came rather quickly after ordering through Haiboxing. Parts are now also available on Amazon as well! Thanks for the view and question! 👍🏻😎✌🏼
Splash waterproof means it's not waterproof. And why don't I believe it has a switchable center differential like the box says? What does that even mean? And far from high end, that's one of the cheapest, if not THE cheapest controller on the market. Sorry folks, I only call it the way I see it and I've been in this game for 30 years. I'm not saying it's a bad truck, I am saying it's not exactly what you think it is. Being "tested" by a Fan Boy doesn't help. Only being rated for puddles is a big disappointment. I do like the rub rails on the top and the rub rail wing. It looks plenty strong enough to protect the back of the truck. I would've liked to see two bodies like Hyper Go gives you with the chassis mounted wing. And Hyper Go is almost 50 dollars cheaper, and the Hosin 10th scale is the same money, and does come with two bodies. And what is a 12th scale anyway? What happens when your new 10th scale is laughably small and you don't want to call it a 16th? Great Truck or not? Either way, it was destroyed in one day, now wasn't it? It's in pieces and he still calls it an awesome RC. See what I mean about the Fan Boy? It's average at best.
Hi Daniel. I understand any skepticisms But, yes the box says waterproof as this uses a 45 amp “waterproof” esc from HobbyWing. I used the words splashproof/waterproof As I do for many of the cars I run. Didn’t mean to send a mixed message if you took it that way. The car does actually have a full metal center diff . Which is awesome for keeping this thing planted. It is an actual 1/12 scale car when comparing it to other 1/12 scalers. No where does it say on the box that it’s a 1/10. This thing is very nice for $150 and worth that all day long. You can’t compare the cheaper price of a 1/16 HyperGo to this as far as price goes. The 1/16 HyperGo’s are physically a good bit smaller. Yes they do match it in performance, but this is a much heavier car in comparison. The reviews out there that I have seen had similar experiences as I did with mine, and pride their channels for being True and honest reviews. It’s a really good solid Rc for the $150 price. Would I pay $200? Probably not. I hope you get one and try it out. It would make a great gift for some one in your life or even for yourself to bash around with. Take good care brother and thanks for watching and commenting! ✌🏼👊🏼😃💯
Raindrops usually means splash waterproof. Showing it underwater usually means waterproof. And thanks, I won't be buying it no matter how much you push it, as I already have 21 RC's, 22 counting my snowmobile. And another 1/2 dozen construction machines. I need another RC like I need a whole in the head. Anything that gets destroyed in one sitting is average at best. And you didn't beat it that hard. I saw one of these (different brand) hit the concrete nose first at 15 feet and it literally exploded into a pile of broken parts. I've never had one of my Redcats do that. I did have a custom Lightning car split in half by hitting a telephone pole at 65 mph. I put gyro's in everything after that. And the Haiboxing is 200 dollars on Amazon, not 150. That puts it in the same pricing as the 10th scale Hosim. The Hyper Go is 150. Thanks for your review. @@BangForYourBuckRc
@@dannysdailys Amazon has had this on sale at $149.99 on and off since thanks giving. Yes the regular price is $199.00 when no coupon is applied and I’ve said in my video that I don’t think it’s worth that. I think your watching bits and pieces of different videos. Derby City Rc , the video that you are speaking of crashing into the ground from 15ft in the air, had beaten the snot out of his 2997a before that happened. Look, I’m not pushing anyone to buy it,nor are other channels who have reviewed this rc. I am simply recommending if if they can purchase it at $150, then It’s a good solid deal at that price. I’m not pushing this on anyone. I only review Rc’s that in my opinions are great deal for what I paid. That is why it’s important that I am genuinely interested in the vehicles I purchase. J I don’t want junk. I want a solid performer at the best price I can get it for. If it didn’t meet my expectation than I don’t recommend it. Simple as that Danny!👊🏼💯
@@dannysdailys and I know what splash proof is vs waterproof. I explained that above if you skimmed over it and missed it. This ultimately is water proof as it’s marked on the box . I tested its splash proofability making sure it’s at least that and it definitely does and is waterproof.
Okay, so what's it's waterproof rating? Everything has a waterproof rating; even your wrist watch. I didn't see a rating, maybe its in the owners manual. I was under the impression that anything with a fan can't be waterproof which seems pretty obvious. Maybe it didn't have a fan, I forget. I saw the puddles but that only proved it's splash proof. Sorry. @@BangForYourBuckRc
You’re in the ballpark Daniel, not bad. and not bad speeds at all for a car in this price range. Aside from the body shell breaking( which I don’t fault it as It was like 18*F outside)it was very durable for what I put it through, and is still going strong! Thank for sharing your good guess my friend! Happy Holidays to you!👊🏼😃👍🏻💯🎄🎅🏼
Lexan should be impervious to temperature. Real snowmobile windshields are all made out of it and I've never shattered one. Cold weather goggles are also made out of Lexan and I did shatter one of those at 48 below in upper Canada. My custom RC bodies are made out of polycarbonate and that's the best for bodies. But they are pricey. @@BangForYourBuckRc
Hey Thomas ! These should do the trick. HOOVO 3S Lipo Battery 2200mAh 80C 11.1V Shorty Lipo Battery Pack Softcase with Deans Connector for Drone RC Quadcopter Helicopter Airplane FPV RC Car, 2 Pack a.co/d/4W8YXO9 You may also have to order some longer Velcro straps as well , as the ones provided with the car will not completely go around a 3s battery. VIGAER 20ft Hook and Loop Strap with 30 Plastic Buckles - Arbitrarily Cut Fixing Fastening Strap - Adjustable Reusable Nylon Cable Strap a.co/d/gW2wMOj Hope this helps!
I think it’s a good buy @ $150. I wouldn’t pay the regular asking price of $200. I’d wait for an Amazon coupon or a sale. Just my opinion Thank you for your question my friend!👍🏻👊🏼😎
Think I read your comment out of order😝! Yeah, very impressed over all with this Arty considering what it went through. I think it’s worth what they’re asking for it on Amazon right now at $150 after coupon is applied. Don’t think I’d buy this at regular price of $200 though. I’m kinda cheap like that😂! I’m glad you enjoyed the video though. I hope your thanksgiving was great! Thanks for the wicked cool comment brother!😎✌🏼💯🍻
Thanks Shawn that’s good to know. Which part of the video would you like to see the music deleted? Just curious… Reason being, since putting light music in the background of my videos, retention has increased but an average of like 3 extra minutes. Much longer than it did without music in the back ground . Only a couple of complaints about it since. If you don’t mind telling me, is it the type of music? Any parts you do like music in? I should probably pole this topic! Really do appreciate the feedback. No worries , I’ve got thick skin👊🏼😝 Thanks buddy!
Definitely a huge part is the type of music for sure. That’s a yes on the poll, I’d be curious on the results. I’d say no music for sure whilst your talking, maybe while your test driving 🤷♂️
@@shawnmoore1628 Thanks for the reply buddy. Think the music in the background was holiday jingles and this was the opening video entering the holiday season. I thought personally it was down low enough after just listening to it again . And my ears are border line tone deaf. I could understand everything I was saying with no issues. I will pole the subject though. Your right it would be interesting to know! Really appreciate your honest feedback!👊🏼😎
I fucking loved the background music made me feel like a little kid on Christmas morning getting a new RC car! How can you hate on that? I know this video is been out for a while, but I just saw it and I thought it was perfect buddy. I'm going to buy one of these carsand play Christmas music on my headphones while I bash it. Love the content.
Hey everyone! In this video I made a mistake and stated that this car didn’t have a servo saver(which I found odd) as I just didn’t see the spring hiding in the servo horn. My eyesight is terrible and I totally missed it! Thanks to a very kind viewer who pointed out that he saw it , the( servo saver in the video) and notified me of it.
So, correction, this does in fact have a servo saver! Folks, that’s what this comment section is for. I appreciate that! 👊🏼👀🤗
Man this looks like a great rc. Appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It’s got 3 things that make this a must buy for me. #1 the 2995 chassis. #2 the center dif. #3 the independent receiver. Thanks again for the video. Have a great weekend
Thanks dude, it really is an awesome Rc. You’re right on every point you make about why this is great. I was wondering when haiboxing was going to give us a serious larger scale rc, and finally they have. I contacted haiboxing to make some suggestions on other leaving room to allow a bigger , longer pack in this chassis and they responded asking why ? That surprised me that they didn’t understand why. They didn’t know where to put it all. I sent a picture of the internals of a Rlaarlo AM-D12 and replied “this is how.” I think they get it now hopefully 🙏. That’s really the only thing holding this Rc back. I love the smoothness of this esc/motor. It’s hard to explain, but it’s awesome! Thanks so much for watching and leaving your feed back brother!!👊🏼😎👍🏻✌🏼
Merry Christmas 🎄 dude!😃
HBX is my favorite chinese RC brand. Love their stuff. Gotta love the cold. I'm sure that made the body more brittle.
Yes indeed Ryan. The cold can break any Rc!
Love Haiboxing too! They’ve got to redesign the Battery compartment though like Rlaarlo! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving buddy!
Happy Holidays!🙌🌟🎄🎅🏼🍻
Singer sowing machine on steroids!!
Dang 40 mph impressive.
It made it through the curb crash!!
And some tough tumbles in that nice little dirt Jim there!
Great slo mo crashes!
Survived the tumble into the rock!
Man anyone who interested in these saw a great test!!
Sooo freaking cold out lately dude!!!!
Sorry it ended with some breakages Robby but I do appreciate you going out and freezing for a while to make the video! I am starting to like these 1/12th and "1/10th" scale little brushless kits more and more. I may have to check this one out! I hope you can get the part in for it soon and also find a new body for it too! The cold is not kind to plastics at all!
Thanks Addam! Every thing is back to normal except for the body. Right now I have a temp body shell for it which actually doesn’t loo too bad. I will be showing that on the channel maybe tonight. The stock body shell will be coming to Amazon in a few weeks from haiboxing And they said they will send me a replacement , which is very cool. Parts are abundant for this otherwise! Thanks for checking in and leaving your very kind comment!✌🏼😃🍻
Nice car and very good presentation Robby. Looks like a lot of fun out there
Thanks so much Dirk. It was fun till the wind picked up🥶! Too cold for Rc stunts😝! I’m always glad to hear from you brother. Thank you. Happy holidays too!🙏🎄🌟🎅🏼
My nephew has an hbx901a in which now Ive replaced the rear pinion diff gear and rear diff (again) and am thinking of selling to get him one of these. Here in the UK, an imported (from the USA) 2997a is only a little lower than price of the aluminium Omni terminator. I love Hbxs but the Omni seems a lot of car for the money and shouts "quality."
Hi 👋🏻! I agree with you my friend. The 2997a is a great and tough Rc Truck, but Rlaarlo’s Omni is a lot more Truck for the money in my opinion. My 901A is still holding up nicely (knock on wood) I’m on the second body though and pretty much run it on 2s like it’s supposed to be run.
I’m hoping to purchase the Omni Terminator soon and will probably go with the metal chassis version. What about you? Thanks I really appreciate the comment and your viewership!👊🏼😎👍🏻
Hey Robby, like the new Haiboxing 2997A, it is a spunky little 12th scale buggy. Man that last jump hurt me when it landed. True RC enthusiast filming in the cold (dedicated). Take care and stay warm. 💯💯
Haha LoL ! It hurt me too ! The 3s was on its way out! I should of known better than to try and backflip it at the end of the pack. It just couldn’t get enough rotation and then 💥BAM!💥 an extremely bad landing on its back side, in freezing temps🥶! Luck it was just basically the body. I already got the rest of it fixed up. Nothing too serious. I have to wait a couple of wks before Amazon will carry this new body style. Got a temp body I will be sharing soon hopefully!
Thanks for your support brother! Always love hearing from you! Happy Holidays to you and yours AL!🙌🌟✌🏼🎄🎅🏼
This looks great hbx contacted me about testing it but I have been to busy I might have to take them up on it
Yes, you should definitely take them up on it! It’s a great little Rc! Thanks for tuning in and leaving a comment Brent! 👍🏻👊🏼😎 Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟✌🏼
Looks very interesting! I have no knowledge of this one so very happy you have went into detail about it! 😊
I really appreciate you watching and your kind comment! Thank you Princess 👸✌🏼❤️🌟
These new budget Rc
Companies are really starting to come out with some really nice Rc’s, while offering durability and spare parts. I like where the market is going!👍🏻👍🏻
It was a good test, hard to drive fast and video at the same time. It is good to test them to their limits so we can see what they can take. Thank you for the demonstration and great job on this video 👍
Thank you so much my friend! Comments like this keep me going! I’m so happy you appreciate it. I also appreciate you! Have a great weekend and happy Holidays🎄🙏🎅🏼🇨🇽✌🏼🍻
Wow! Fantastic review video!! Yes, cold Temps gets them every time! 👍😎👍
BiG THANKS bud! It’s all fixed too. Just waiting for the body to come in. It’s a really good rig! Worth the $150
Awesome Robby!! You are right this is the 2995 only better and better looking to boot!!! Love it!! Great review and run!! 😁
Thanks Brad! I really appreciate you bud! Just wish they’d make room for a bigger longer battery instead of these tiny ones! 😜
The AM-D12 would have been a much better Buggy if they would have used captured links on their links instead of pressure mounted ones that pop out of place, I sent mine back, couldn't enjoy having to stop every few minutes to snap the steering links back on, and this was only on dirt and pavement, no jumps, no bashing. Now, if HBX was thinking ahead, they really need to release a 2995 Brushless Version. The 2995 is one of my favorite cheap RCs.
@@NoodlesNJ1 I totally agree with you on the links. Capturedwouldbe so much better. This is basically a brushless “2995”underneath anyway. Thanks for the cool comment and the view! ✌🏼👍🏻😎
Good Review Robby 🎉 RCF4L 🥶 Man that's Cold Out there... Nice Run on the Speed 😜😁👉 If'n You Ain't Breakin' then You Ain't Bashin' Hard Enough (Temps are Hard on It) ✌🤠👍 Having Fun Laughing Playing and RCing 🙏 Stay Safe and Play Healthy Brother and Have a Great Rest of Your Weekend 🎉🏁💯🏁🎉
That’s what they all say brother. I personally prefer not breaking them though👊🏼😂 found a temporary solution though for now! Take care my friend!😎
Great looking truck! Definitely needed from HBX to stay relevant in the cheap RC world!
Yes, you are absolutely right! With MJX, and Rlaarlo Constantly delivering lately, HBX Needed this to put them back in the hunt! Thanks for your awesome comment!
Hi Robby, always look forward to your unboxing and product review, they are so, so good. Lots of great design features on this short course RC, from the oversize CVD’s, alloy shocks to the electronics and that highly detailed body. Nice tips from you too, getting the protective film off the body and getting the truck ready for action 😊😊 it’s certainly a serious contender to the other manufacturers in the scale, a very fiercely fought arena 😊😊 very cold day, bright, but cold. UK is again wet and around 5C (41F)🤔🙇🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️. I too use the local senior school car park for speed runs, nice and open and the surface is smooth enough 😊😊27mph is very respectable too, especially for the temperature 😊 oh wow! On 3s, so much more punch and speed 39mph, oh just saw the kerb strike, tough little tike 😊😊(and the RC😂😂). Off road, it’s great fun, if you can keep it off the rocks 😂😂😂Best wishes to you and the family 😊😊
John my friend Thank you so much for watching! I really enjoyed running this, I wish it would of been a tad warmer or at least no wind would of been nice Though as that wind Chill was unexpected and unwelcome! 🥶
I really do like this car. I got it fixed up and have a loaner body shell on it for now till the factory shell comes in. Will be sharing that on the channel maybe tonight!
I really ❤️ your comment brother. Thank you so much!
Glad you liked the truck! Warm wishes to you and yours brother!👊🏼😎🌟👍🏻💯
😮 Awesome RC Unboxing and Review!!! 💪🏻🏆👍🏻 very well done Footage my Friend 🐼🐻❄️👍🏻
Glad you enjoyed it! All the best to you!🙌✌🏼😎
You are Welcome and Thank's my Friend
Great video! Have mine ordered! Can't wait to test that center diff! Body looks very similar to the Vorteks or rustler, stadium truck styling!
It definitely does brother! Hope you enjoy it!
Awesome Great job on the review Robby, I'm looking forward to getting mine out for a rip
Thanks Dan! It’s a great car. Really fun to drive. It definitely has some softening done the programming, which really just makes the power delivery very linear, which is good for keeping you from flipping it over all the time. On 3s, I can still still feel it, but but not as much. I’m going to try my Hobbywing program card on it. And see if I can unlock the beast. Over all though I really do like it. I should of reinforced the body shell before testing it.
Sy Lin said she’d send me another one as soon as they are available. Found something else to work for the moment! Thanks for watching dude!👊🏼😎✌🏼
Hbx has put together a fantastic rc car and I really like the way it looks
Yes it’s awesome,has few minor flaws, but worth the current $150 on Amazon after coupon, But not $200
Thanks for the awesome comment !👊🏼😎💯
I really had trouble choosing between the Rlaarlo AM D12 and this HBX 2997a. I have the Rlaarlo on the way, but the correct answer is both.
@@careynorris9961 yes! I agree , both are truly great. If I had to pick one though it would be the Rlaarlo. Thanks for your awesome perspective and feedback! 👍🏻😎
Great review video. Definitely awesome value for under $200. Losi and Arrma still make incredible stuff but you pay a premium
Your absolutely right!! They ( Losi Arrma, and Traxxas ) do make great stuff , but for what you can get these for( this I got for ($150) it’s a no Brainer. Hbx is know for their robust and durable plastics. Now paired with decent oil filled shocks as well as a nice brushless set up its a great way to go whether new or a veteran to the hobby! Thanks! I really appreciate your feedback!👊🏼🤗👍🏻
I believe it does have a servo saver. My 18859 does and I’m pretty sure I can see it in your video. Please advise? I can’t believe that truck took a 40mph hit to a curb! Great video thank you!
Hello and thank you for chiming in. I do really appreciate it and love getting feedback from viewers. As far as the servo saver goes, thank you, I stand corrected. Please forgive my failing eyesight LoL! I’m terribly farsighted and can’t see things close up, even my readers don’t help much any more LoL! I had to recheck 3 times after you called me out , third time using a magnifying glass helping me see it in the servo horn, heheheh! Thank you for the correction my friend. I thought it was odd that I didn’t see one, and called what I saw. I will pin a post to this video and make the correction. You got good eyes 👀!
And yes’ I couldn’t believe this didn’t break anything when it hit that curb straight on! That certainly bodes well for Haiboxing plastics!💪🏽💯‼️
That thing took A LOT of crashes before it broke. Hard to be mad at it for that.
I have one coming as well!!! May need to go straight to 3S based on what you show here.
Thanks Troy! Yes considering the cold here, it held up well. Basically just a shock eyelet broke and the body broke. The rear dog-bone went back in nicely after freeing things up a bit the 3s was dropping of on the jump do to the cold and I really think with a fresh 3s pack, this can get the backflips done!
Always great to get feedback from Roadside Rc!💯💯💯👍🏻👊🏼😎 Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟🙏🎅🏼🍻
I have never tried one of Ovonic's higher end LIPO's. Their 50C line is really low performance but I was always curious about the 120C LIPOs.
One thing I have learned from the serious speed run guys if you warm your LIPOs up before you run them, you can get optimum performance. That way your can run it at its highest voltage and just give it the beans right from the start and not wear it down before you do your actual speed run. I pre warmed mine (put it in a cooler bag with a hot water bottle and flipped the battery ever 15 min or so to heat it up as evenly as possible) as like you, when I ran mine it was chilly outside (but not as chilly!).
It looked really cold when you ran yours! Way to brave the cold to get that video done! Sorry you got some damage. I cracked my body in the back too.... was annoyed for sure.
Hi Brian, thanks for your Red awesome comment brother! Yes I too have heard of those warm up methods. Which is good practice. I just kept mine near the heater vent of my truck. It kept them toasty. I have noticed thought that lipos surge after running a few laps and give optimal out put a few laps in before they drop off. If you speed run right away like many do with a fresh pack the stored energy deep in. The cell has not yet energized it’s full output. When it’s cold outside, with lipo’s anyway that energy in that gel has not much insulating it so it loses out put much quicker and gives a shorter runtime as well as compromised output.
Hard packs do a bit better in the cold (if kept) warm than gel packs because of that extra bit of insulation , which takes up space. Makes sense why all these yrs have been so expensive! 😝
All I know is I really like this thing. I too wish there was more space for a longer battery pack.this little compartment is certainly limiting. On options out there! I mentioned this to Sy Lin and had her pass the message to the chief engineer. Don’t know if they listen to customer feedback like Rlaarlo does, but it was definitely worth a shot.
It $150 it’s a great deal, but I don’t think I’d pay $200 for this.
Any way, thank you so much for your very helpful videos as I’ve watched all of them.
You have a great channel and go a fantastic follow up on stuff you are testing.
Glad I subbed and keep up the amazing work!👊🏼😎💯😃👍🏻
Happy Holidays buddy!🎄🌟🙏
@@BangForYourBuckRc Thanks for the insight on the LIPOs. I never really considered hard packs having better "insulation: but that makes sense! I will say when I am running a car hard (as long as it has a pretty powerful system or on an undersized LIPO lol), the LIPOs usually stay warm at least on a cool day (maybe not as cold as the day your ran yours where I guess it was below freezing?). I will say I think it is tough to make a generalization as there are so many variables, but in a high draw RC (like my Bandit that goes nearly 100 mph on 3s), it will NEVER run faster than it will on the first pass because it will discharge the LIPO about 0.1v after each run. It might come close on the second run but after that it will never be able spin the motor as fast after that first run on consecutive runs. Now on a lower draw RC that might be different, I am not 100% sure. I will say with my HBX, I don't think I would have been able to reach and exceed the factory 45 mph claim on 3s or reach the claim of 30 mph on 2s without pre heating the LIPOs on a cool day (around 45 or 50F). I gave them like 45 min trying to give enough time for the center to warm up too. But, it sounds like yours may have been warmed up a fair amount too.... so IDK.🤣I would love to see you run that Ovonic 3s pack on a warmer day and see how far into the 40s you can take it. I don't choose to work Ovonic anymore as my contact would go off the grid/be unresponsive for weeks at a time and I found it very unprofessional but I would live to test one of their higher end packs as their lower end stuff has been subpar in my experience... I just can't bring myself to deal with them when I have many other LIPO companies that have been great to work with. : ( Also, I have used their packs to demonstrate lower performance so many times now... I am not sure if they appreciate it but it is what it is. : )
I am glad that your are in contact with Sy! I was going to talk to you about that offline but here is fine too. I cracked my body in the same location that your broke yours.... so that for sure is another area that needs improvement. I think (hope) if they hear it from enough they will make some changes in the future. I hope they are not lazy about it and just keep using the same chassis with little change from one version to the next. I think it is time they really redo it and free up space needed for a larger LIPO - something that can hold say a 2,600 or 3,000 mAh 3s. If they want to stay competitive, they are going to have to as as we both know.... a lower capacity LIPO (everything else being equal) is going to be slower and of course have a shorter run time too!. I am with you, for $150 it is a great deal. I personally wouldn't but it for $200 but for someone just getting into the hobby I think they could do worse for $200 for sure! I love that things are really heating up at this price point and this will only help us consumers get better and better products! I hope I can get a newer MJX or Rlaarllo or another competitor car in the future to test against my HBX.
I am for sure going to have to check out some of your older reviews as that HBX one was great! You seem to have a lot of good products you test out and have a ton of great knowledge from all the testing. You are killing it!🤩
@@BangForYourBuckRc did you ask Sy to send you replacement parts? I have a new body coming.👍
@@BriansRCStuff I really appreciate that Brian . I really have been enjoying what I’ve been seeing coming off from your channel as well and definitely appreciate and respect you perspective on things. I’m always learning so much from other enthusiasts as well.
I pretty much stick to the budget grade stuff as that’s what got me back into the hobby 20yrs ago. Due to many people being on a fixed and lower budget like my self, I figured I’d weed through a lot of the crap out there for people and find what I think would be a worthwhile purchase for people who are cheap or budget minded as I am. Well , all the best to you brother, I’m glad to have gotten acquainted
With you and your channel. I will definitely be back for more! ✌🏼😎
@@BriansRCStuff yes. She said a new body was a couple wks to a month out though. 👍🏻
She’ll be sending me one. Great service!
Nice video Robby👍🏻 unfortunatly Ali dont have these yet from what ive seen and they are expensive to get to NZ from Amazon😐 thanks for sharing mate
Dude, Thank you for watching. I really do appreciate your comment too! I’m betting Ali Express and Banggood will have these in by the new year. Really nice trucks! I think you’ll be pretty happy over all. They really just need a bigger battery slot. You don’t get much runtime with 1800-2000 mah. Need more like 2500+mah’s to get decent runtime.
Happy Holidays brother! Hope you can get your hands on one soon!👊🏼😎🌟🎄🎅🏼🙏
Great overview and test Robby! This looks like a nice unit! I may have to upgrade my hbx collection!👍😊
Haha, I still have some of the old ones too! I’ve got to get those out, it’s been a while since I’ve last used them. Thanks for feedback Jeremy! It is a really sweet truck for sure! I’m sad the body got smashed. Was on the tail end of the 3s battery pack and thought it might have enough to back flip. Wish I hadn’t of done that!😆😫😂 that’s ok New body coming soon! As soon as they’re available!
love the looks of this rc,runs awesome also, really like it 👍👍😃😃
Thank man, I totally agree! It’s got good controllable linear power characteristics,which I like a lot! I appreciate the comment my friend!
Hey new sub here great stuff man i wanted this truck so bad when it came out then come to find out i have a 2996 lol & have done the bL conversion & changed the cen diff fluid & its a beast of a truck realy i just want the body lol & they arnt indestructable Derby city riped the front end off but he brakes everything haha its funny 🤷♂️hey if your ever up for beach bash im in hampton beach,NH they setup rows of sand for winter storms they make great jumps
Hey neighbor! LoL! (Practically) I’ve Been down in Hampton Beach a handful of times. It’s a wicked nice area! If I think I’m heading down that way for any reason, I will contact you brother! That sounds like fun! I really appreciate the sub man, and yeah, if you have a made into brushless 2996 ( made into brushless) than you already have a 2997a 👍🏻👊🏼👍🏻👊🏼😎🤗✌🏼. No need to spend more mone except for a body shell!
Evan DCRC puts them through the ringer pretty hard! It gets views!👍🏻 Thanks again !
Awesome rc car unboxing 💯👍👍
Thank you my Rc brother?
Nice one bro, looks awesome and it's fast. Great video! Happy Holidays!!👍🏽
Thanks dude! It certainly is a performer! Thanks for the Holiday wishes🙏🎄✌🏼you as well!
I would like to see you try a HBX 2995 shell on this car.
Thanks for watching and for the comment! Just sold my 2995 back a few months ago. Almost 100% sure it will fit! 👍🏻
These things are awesome!! Happy thanksgiving buddy
Thanks Thad. You too! Hope it was great!
Love this car, that battery tray has got to go and be redesigned!
Looks like a really good one!
Thanks Gabe! IMO the best haiboxing yet!
Wow it's fast but not so durable but it could be the cold added to the carnage!
Yes it’s definitely the cold, not the car.
Thank for watching/ commenting Steve!✌🏼😎Happy Holidays Brother!🎄🇨🇽🎅🏼
Nice job 👍
Thanks dude!
I could tell you were from Maine as soon as I heard you lol so naturally I gotta subscribe to a fellow Mainer lol. It looks good , I haven't tried any china specials but they are definitely bringing up the level of par
For sure they are brother! A fellow Mainer? What part of Maine are you from?
Pretty hard to miss the accent isn’t it! LoL! I get it all the time! Thanks for stopping in and leaving a comment dude. I do really appreciate. Please stop in again! Happy Holidays brother!🙏🎄✌🏼🎉🎅🏼
@@BangForYourBuckRc happy holidays to you too. I'm from Waldoboro. Not brutally far away.
@@nickteele169 only about an hour. My partner at work lives over in Nobleborro. No longer in Maine Nick?
@BangForYourBuckRc I'm still in Waldoboro, just realized it autocorrected it to "from" lol. I wonder if I know them
@@nickteele169 where do you work?
That would be an awesome video having the two chasing each other… where are you located? I’m in NJ I’d help you make that video if you’re anywhere near me lol
That’s awesome of you to say brother. Would take you up on that if we were a bit closer. All though in the big scheme of things we’re not that far from one another! I’m in central MAINE!
Yeah, at least we’re both on the same coast lol
Happy Thanksgiving 😊
This one looks great Robby
You to my brother! 👊🏼😎👍🏻thanks for watching!
Mjx for de win
😝I would have to agree! With you there, but which MJX? I like the14209!
Happy new year!!!!!!!
You as well buddy! Happy New Year!!!🎉✌🏼🙌🙏🍻
💪👍💯🔥
Thank you sir! Hope you have a great day!🤩✌🏼
Question about alignment and steering trim- struggling to get this car to drive on straight line. I tried tweaking the steering trim but every time I adjust it over corrects in the opposite direction
Did you try turning your ST dual rate down and then trim?
Between the 2997A and AM-D12, which one do you like more?
Ooooh…wicked good and tough question, but if I had to pick one it would be the AM-D12.
It fits bigger lipo packs right out of the box. Off road handling is just a hair better as well. Both are really great cars though and you can’t go wrong with either!
@@BangForYourBuckRcah cool. yeah I was debating between the two and I placed an order for the AM-D12 just because I have a couple of HBX and haven't got a Rlaarlo. I wish the AM-D12 also had a center diff though.
I have asked a few UA-camrs who had reviewed both cars and it's been 3:1 AM-D12 winning 😂
@@tianl98765 it does have a slipper clutch though, which helps take some load off the rear.
I think they are very close though!
@@BangForYourBuckRc yup that's true.. can't wait to get mine
Well it’s going to break somewhere if you fly it into rocks!!!
Then flip it on a cold day!!
Still running!!
She’s beat dude!
Idk if it’s crazy jump grade!!!
Lol
Not in the cold it isn’t !🥶😝
Nothing like this really is. I should of kept it on all fours or just that small dirt pile! I think in a bit warmer weather and a fresh lipo it would rock the stunts. I was using what was left of those lipos from the speed runs. Thanks for the great feedback dude. Always look forward to it!👊🏼😎✌🏼
Happy Holidays too!🎄🌟🎅🏼✌🏼🍻
Can you connect a fan to the motor like some other rc the more come with a fan or u can buy it separately but my question is can that motor get a fan screw onto the heat sink ???
What’s up daddy! Thanks for your good question and thank you for Checking out the video! I think you can mount a fan on this motor heat sink, but I defer to check back with you later,as I am heading to work right now. Or you could just get a heat sink and fan combo unit and be done with . I think though,if you test it by taking out a screw from the esc fan and try screwing it into motor heatsink see if it captures it. That’s what I would try! Wish you good luck! Keep me posted!👍🏻😆💯
Nice 🎉
So’s your comment! 👊🏼😎Thanks for watching!👍🏻💯
Best RC I've ever seen.
Wow!👊🏼💯🌟
That’s a great comment for Haiboxing to see!
Thanks dude, it’s surely really good one indeed!
Thanks for the feedback!
And what BangforyourBuck really meant to say: There's an awful lot of good ones out there today. Careful with that. I have the Gool 16th and the Hosin 10th scale and both are excellent trucks and rated for 3s. I would take the Hosin over the Redcat Volcano any day. I have a Redcat TRMT10E that was made for 3s and is probably the best I've got, it's 6 years old and has never broken. It's one of the best bashers all time, by any brand, and can draw pictures in the sky. Really. I have a Redcat Blackout Chevy Suburban on 3s. Same thing. It's like it's made out of rubber or something and it too is six years old. But I have gone through 5 bodies. The point is: There was life before Hyper Go and Haiboxing. And unless you're being paid by them, my answer is the best answer. As far as the Chinese brands go, take your pick; they're all the same. And most are just Redcat Volcano16 rolling kits with different brand stickers on them, with all the options. The peel off membranes on the Lexan body's? That's all Redcat. At least they put warning stickers on them now. Everyone who has Redcats has wasted at least one body sticker sheet by sticking them on the membrane instead of the body. I know I have.
@@dannysdailys I agree with you Danny. The old Hosims Rocked and still do. Some of the best cheap bashers out. I never claimed haiboxing to be the best. But they did set a standard, and Hosim did as well. I do think that MJX, and Rlaarlo have raised the bar with budget Rc of this time period. That comes at a bit of a cost increase,as everything is going up. I do still Like my Redcats. They have turned otherwise cheap bashers into good quality rigs. Remember, All these Rc’s are from China Even Traxxas. Traxxas is only assembled here. Still from China though. I think we have more in common on the subject than you think. Really appreciate your comment buddy! Thanks for watching too. Oh yeah, Nope, Not getting paid by anyone. I buy 99% of my Rc’s
Actually, Redcat is made in Taiwan, as is Hobbywing, except the left over HSB platforms which are China, like the Volcano. And the Volcano is hardly a basher, as it's far too fragile. Even Redcat warns you not to 3s it. All it does is break. Castle and Traxxas are from China. Castle doesn't even give you the full specs on their motors. And I never said you said Haiboxing was the best. Someone else did and I just had to set him straight. I thoroughly enjoyed your review. @@BangForYourBuckRc
nice rc car
Thanks dude!👊🏼😎
What was the temperature outside?
28*F with the wind chill factor it felt like 15-20*F
Did u get it off amazon. And how much go for price
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When I purchased this it was under $150 off from Amazon with the use of an Amazon coupon. Great car for the money and great service as have spare part availability which came rather quickly after ordering through Haiboxing. Parts are now also available on Amazon as well! Thanks for the view and question! 👍🏻😎✌🏼
Bigger battery slot yes!! 6s?????😅
LoL! Well I’d be happy with a more normal size battery tray, but 6 s would work!🤔😂
Splash waterproof means it's not waterproof. And why don't I believe it has a switchable center differential like the box says? What does that even mean? And far from high end, that's one of the cheapest, if not THE cheapest controller on the market. Sorry folks, I only call it the way I see it and I've been in this game for 30 years. I'm not saying it's a bad truck, I am saying it's not exactly what you think it is. Being "tested" by a Fan Boy doesn't help. Only being rated for puddles is a big disappointment. I do like the rub rails on the top and the rub rail wing. It looks plenty strong enough to protect the back of the truck. I would've liked to see two bodies like Hyper Go gives you with the chassis mounted wing. And Hyper Go is almost 50 dollars cheaper, and the Hosin 10th scale is the same money, and does come with two bodies. And what is a 12th scale anyway? What happens when your new 10th scale is laughably small and you don't want to call it a 16th? Great Truck or not? Either way, it was destroyed in one day, now wasn't it? It's in pieces and he still calls it an awesome RC. See what I mean about the Fan Boy? It's average at best.
Hi Daniel. I understand any skepticisms But, yes the box says waterproof as this uses a 45 amp “waterproof” esc from HobbyWing. I used the words splashproof/waterproof As I do for many of the cars I run. Didn’t mean to send a mixed message if you took it that way. The car does actually have a full metal center diff . Which is awesome for keeping this thing planted. It is an actual 1/12 scale car when comparing it to other 1/12 scalers. No where does it say on the box that it’s a 1/10. This thing is very nice for $150 and worth that all day long. You can’t compare the cheaper price of a 1/16 HyperGo to this as far as price goes. The 1/16 HyperGo’s are physically a good bit smaller. Yes they do match it in performance, but this is a much heavier car in comparison. The reviews out there that I have seen had similar experiences as I did with mine, and pride their channels for being True and honest reviews. It’s a really good solid Rc for the $150 price. Would I pay $200? Probably not.
I hope you get one and try it out. It would make a great gift for some one in your life or even for yourself to bash around with. Take good care brother and thanks for watching and commenting! ✌🏼👊🏼😃💯
Raindrops usually means splash waterproof. Showing it underwater usually means waterproof. And thanks, I won't be buying it no matter how much you push it, as I already have 21 RC's, 22 counting my snowmobile. And another 1/2 dozen construction machines. I need another RC like I need a whole in the head. Anything that gets destroyed in one sitting is average at best. And you didn't beat it that hard. I saw one of these (different brand) hit the concrete nose first at 15 feet and it literally exploded into a pile of broken parts. I've never had one of my Redcats do that. I did have a custom Lightning car split in half by hitting a telephone pole at 65 mph. I put gyro's in everything after that. And the Haiboxing is 200 dollars on Amazon, not 150. That puts it in the same pricing as the 10th scale Hosim. The Hyper Go is 150. Thanks for your review. @@BangForYourBuckRc
@@dannysdailys Amazon has had this on sale at $149.99 on and off since thanks giving.
Yes the regular price is $199.00 when no coupon is applied and I’ve said in my video that I don’t think it’s worth that. I think your watching bits and pieces of different videos. Derby City Rc , the video that you are speaking of crashing into the ground from 15ft in the air, had beaten the snot out of his 2997a before that happened. Look, I’m not pushing anyone to buy it,nor are other channels who have reviewed this rc. I am simply recommending if if they can purchase it at $150, then It’s a good solid deal at that price. I’m not pushing this on anyone. I only review Rc’s that in my opinions are great deal for what I paid. That is why it’s important that I am genuinely interested in the vehicles I purchase. J I don’t want junk. I want a solid performer at the best price I can get it for. If it didn’t meet my expectation than I don’t recommend it. Simple as that Danny!👊🏼💯
@@dannysdailys and I know what splash proof is vs waterproof. I explained that above if you skimmed over it and missed it. This ultimately is water proof as it’s marked on the box . I tested its splash proofability making sure it’s at least that and it definitely does and is waterproof.
Okay, so what's it's waterproof rating? Everything has a waterproof rating; even your wrist watch. I didn't see a rating, maybe its in the owners manual. I was under the impression that anything with a fan can't be waterproof which seems pretty obvious. Maybe it didn't have a fan, I forget. I saw the puddles but that only proved it's splash proof. Sorry. @@BangForYourBuckRc
Let me guess, 25mph on 2s and 35mph on 3s. It's what everybody else is. I was off by 2. Good guess.
You’re in the ballpark Daniel, not bad. and not bad speeds at all for a car in this price range.
Aside from the body shell breaking( which I don’t fault it as It was like 18*F outside)it was very durable for what I put it through, and is still going strong! Thank for sharing your good guess my friend!
Happy Holidays to you!👊🏼😃👍🏻💯🎄🎅🏼
Lexan should be impervious to temperature. Real snowmobile windshields are all made out of it and I've never shattered one. Cold weather goggles are also made out of Lexan and I did shatter one of those at 48 below in upper Canada. My custom RC bodies are made out of polycarbonate and that's the best for bodies. But they are pricey. @@BangForYourBuckRc
Which 3s battery?
Hey Thomas ! These should do the trick. HOOVO 3S Lipo Battery 2200mAh 80C 11.1V Shorty Lipo Battery Pack Softcase with Deans Connector for Drone RC Quadcopter Helicopter Airplane FPV RC Car, 2 Pack a.co/d/4W8YXO9
You may also have to order some longer Velcro straps as well , as the ones provided with the car will not completely go around a 3s battery. VIGAER 20ft Hook and Loop Strap with 30 Plastic Buckles - Arbitrarily Cut Fixing Fastening Strap - Adjustable Reusable Nylon Cable Strap a.co/d/gW2wMOj
Hope this helps!
@@BangForYourBuckRc thank you for that! What would you say the run time on a 2200 3s is on average?
@@Fishing_Obsession87 should be ~20+ min
@@BangForYourBuckRc awesome videos btw. Nice work!
@@Fishing_Obsession87 thanks Thomas!👍🏻😀
What do you think of the price though? Could be lower?
I think it’s a good buy @ $150. I wouldn’t pay the regular asking price of $200. I’d wait for an Amazon coupon or a sale. Just my opinion
Thank you for your question my friend!👍🏻👊🏼😎
No problem! Great video. Does look like a sick rc! I gotta say i think i like Hbx over hyper go.
First comment!
Think I read your comment out of order😝!
Yeah, very impressed over all with this Arty considering what it went through. I think it’s worth what they’re asking for it on Amazon right now at $150 after coupon is applied. Don’t think I’d buy this at regular price of $200 though. I’m kinda cheap like that😂!
I’m glad you enjoyed the video though. I hope your thanksgiving was great! Thanks for the wicked cool comment brother!😎✌🏼💯🍻
Thanks for being No.1
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A review on your review. You gotta delete that background music, couldn’t watch more than a few minutes because of it.
Thanks Shawn that’s good to know. Which part of the video would you like to see the music deleted? Just curious… Reason being, since putting light music in the background of my videos, retention has increased but an average of like 3 extra minutes. Much longer than it did without music in the back ground . Only a couple of complaints about it since. If you don’t mind telling me, is it the type of music? Any parts you do like music in?
I should probably pole this topic! Really do appreciate the feedback. No worries , I’ve got thick skin👊🏼😝
Thanks buddy!
Definitely a huge part is the type of music for sure. That’s a yes on the poll, I’d be curious on the results. I’d say no music for sure whilst your talking, maybe while your test driving 🤷♂️
@@shawnmoore1628 Thanks for the reply buddy. Think the music in the background was holiday jingles and this was the opening video entering the holiday season. I thought personally it was down low enough after just listening to it again . And my ears are border line tone deaf. I could understand everything I was saying with no issues. I will pole the subject though. Your right it would be interesting to know!
Really appreciate your honest feedback!👊🏼😎
I fucking loved the background music made me feel like a little kid on Christmas morning getting a new RC car! How can you hate on that? I know this video is been out for a while, but I just saw it and I thought it was perfect buddy. I'm going to buy one of these carsand play Christmas music on my headphones while I bash it. Love the content.
@@OB_RC love the support! Thank you Brad, and Merry Christmas buddy! 👍🏻😎💯🤘🏽