@@mandel4889I have this and a TRX4. I like the DIG better than having locking and unlocking diffs. For less than 30 bucks you can get som portal gears to add overdrive. It would be nice to see a place for a servo winch, but I am sure that will be coming soon from someone. The ground clearance and balance for the scx10 iii is great. Definitely don't write it off due to a few cons.
Thanks for another great build series! One of these days you are going to choose something besides blue and shock us all. lol. The few issues shouldn't be a deterrent to anyone who enjoys building these trucks as most of us modify things quickly anyways. Mine was delivered yesterday from Amain, and I hope to dig into it this coming weekend. Can't wait to see a run video.
Thanks for watching Michael - yes, I agree with you, any true hobbyist would have no issue with the couple of negatives. I really enjoyed this build,, it was challenging
Just picked mine up today. I really like the idea that you said it is an advanced build .. A lot of kits go together to easily. The transmission is what’s exciting me I can’t wait to get into it..
This was very helpful when masking the windows. When applying the exterior stickers I'll use a method I've used on my planes for years. I'll spray the area with windex then apply the sticker and position it. Then use a credit card to squeeze the fluid out and let it dry
I just ordered mine, it's on back-order. it'll be my first build. But i got my feet wet with HPI cars back in the day, so i'm not a complete noob. I definitely have my work cut out for me and have to piece together a good motors /servo setup
They're doing a great job. Hopefully Matt Kearney's legacy will continue - He was the designer at Axial from the beginning, and this was his last design (he left Axial earlier this year) . He designed the original SCX10, the SCX10ii, the Capra and the SCX10iii (I'm forgetting all the others)
Excellent review, the best i have seen. As always you set the bar for everyone else to try and match on videos. I was skeptical on getting this up until i saw this video, I think i'm dropping the hammer and getting one now, it looks like it is going to be a great platform for building a nice scale rig.
I’m in the UK, I’m waiting for mine. It’s on route from Germany but so far who knows when it will arrive. Can’t wait. Saw the first axial release video and knew I wanted one. Deposit paid. Can’t wait for it to get here. Next big choice is what colour to do. I’m thinking battle ship grey.
I really appreciate what Axial has done here. I would love to build one but I already spent all my money on a TRX4. Also it looks like Axial has a little more room width wise under the axle.
Rich. I was able to get AXE system into my build with the plastic engine. I used Reefs 422HD servo and my motor is tilted more to the right. I passed the sensor wire on the right and the motor leads down the left side. Great review as usual thanks for sharing!
Axial just playing catch-up to Traxxas & Vanquish 2 years late. Not a quantum leap by any means. Not rushing out to buy one. Would prefer a raw builders kit minus the body. Rather wait to see what else is coming out then decide around Black Friday. Great review video though. Thanks for making it. Your rig looks great. 👍
Thanks for watching. The best part of RC are the choices, especially now. 2012, there was little to choose from for scale RC - Wraith, SCX10 or AX10...or maybe a Tamiya kit?
@@TheRCNetwork I am glad they released the kit 1st. Many times us kit builders have to wait for months for a kit version when a new platform comes out.
The Capra and SCX10-3 are the only RC kits I have painted the body before building the kit. I LOVE the pre-cut body, and I got it together in one long build session, but wouldn't recommend that to most people. I would say it is comparable to the TRX4 kit in complexity. Axial use to have really good instructions. After the Capra, they have been super disappointing. Also my SCX10-3 kit was missing about 4 screws. I fortunately had extra from other kits. It seems we are getting some improvements in quality, but let down in other areas.
I can't agree with you more on the pre-cut bodies. I couldn't imagine cutting that grill out, let alone the other 55 holes. Also agree on the instructions. Axial has made a huge improvement on the parts quality and also doing the "bag" organization - Bag A is everything you need. If you take a look at older Axial kits, you had to dig through 3-4 bags to find all of the parts.
@@TheRCNetwork I didn't mind the searching through bags, but I also don't miss it. I do miss the little odds and ends that you had left over, but I really do have enough cow horns, so I guess its not a bad thing. LOL!
I have one on back-order, I plan on using either a 2850 or 3100 motor and utilizing the two speed to get most out of it both on the trails and crawling. Honestly not sure yet about the dig function, never used dig before.
@@TheRCNetwork What are the ratios for the high and low, how do they compare to the SCX10ii's stock gearing? I really like how the 2850 runs in my Scx10ii, i usually run 3s on trails and 2s for crawling.
Great build 👍. My thoughts are by the time you buy it and get all the electronics it puts it out of most people’s price range. Looks to be a great rig though.
Like most things in RC, you can build it the way you want - even outfit it with less than $100 for electronics would still be a great build. The price of the kit is pretty reasonable considering you're getting a $100+ body set as well and plenty of included upgrades (all steel gears, machined bevel/pinion, universals, aluminum shocks, SS links, etc)
@@TheRCNetwork A hobbywing 1080 ESC and a Homes Hobbies Crawlmaster sport5 550 12T and a decent servo will not set you back that much money but still provide tons of performance.
Nice review.... But a sharp #11 blade will work fine in trimming the servo mount.....No stinking dremel needed! I started mine Friday night, Paint and roof was done Saturday. Axles and trans were finished, Sunday was final assembly.Wheels and Holmes 2700 stubby fitted fine.Servo extension will be made tonight, My Futaba Rx fits awful in the box. Did you lock your gears in low or high for brushless?
Thanks MM! Yeah, my servo placement needed just a small corner notched, plus I had the dremel out from the Wraith 1.9 build. My gears are locked in first.....My 304 Futaba receiver fit like a glove
Hey Rich, Hope everything's going your way. Watched all 3 videos, you did a great job, hit the mark as always. I have my scx10 III on the way, I've built a few kits over time and really looking forward to the complexity of this build, I think Horizon and Axial did an amazing job on this truck. Was wondering if you used the included grease and would like to know what grease do you like the best? I've tried a lot of different brands. I'll be going back through your 2nd video when I get the manual in hand to highlight certain things. Thanks for the content and stay safe. 🤠🇺🇸☝️
The included grease is fine....I've been using the ProTek Blue grease normally, but ran out of it as of late: bit.ly/3bqG9Dm Yeah, make sure and watch that manual and pull up all of the revisions they made. Also watch the placement of gears in the trans - I missed one of the issues, since I placed the gear correctly, avoiding the "clicking" sound
Noob here, you mentioned this was a difficult build - would you suggest I start with another kit first? Very interesting point on the single speed transmission that I hand't considered. I don't need something fast, just something that can keep up with me walking a trail (or sidewalk). I'm also looking at the Traxxas Chassis kit for reference. Lastly, I apologize if I missed it but does this have locking/unlocking diffs like the TRX4? So many features among the various kits, I'm not sure what I _need_ and what I _want_ . Great job on the review! You only made it more difficult for me to choose. LOL
If you compare the two kits - SCX10.3 and the TRX4, both are complicated kits, but Traxxas did a FAR better job laying out he kit to be built including the best instructions. Axial makes a great car, but struggle to have a well engineered kit and instructions. I’d highly recommend the TRX-4 chassis kit even for beginners. I a,so think the TRX4 out performs the SCX10.3. Take a look at my Traxxas videos, I’ve done the chassis kit as well. Good luck and if you have questions, please ask.
@@TheRCNetwork first, thanks for responding. Originally I was tettor tottering between the two but leaning more towards traxxas but the bodies from Axial are so nice. I'll go find your trx4 build video now. Thank you again.
I have it listed in my "Build Review" video - but.....Motor, ESC, Steering Servo, Radio System, Battery, dig/2 Speed Micro Servos, and Lexan Paint will be the major items
Great video and great channel! New sub today! I love this release, but I've never purchased a kit. Just 5 RTR's that I've upgraded/customized slightly. Body, paint, accessories, etc. Looking for an honest opinion from someone that isn't selling me something. Is this something that will be out of my league to start with or is it something a first-time kit builder could handle? With the help of the wonderful world of UA-cam and the amazing amounts of expertise out there, of course... Many thanks!
Hey, Glad to have you on board! I don't think it's out of anyone's league, especially if you've been wrenching on 5 RTR's already. You will have a new experience here with a kit and know all of the ins and louts of it before you even drive it. Take a look at my build review video - I cover some of the tricky parts and just take your time. If you get frustrated, you always have forums/FB for some quick help.
Yeah, sure - the kit comes with a supplement bag with traditional body mounts for bodies like the blazer. Bumpers will also have to be looked at, as well as the sliders - they might work
Why can’t you use another brand micro servo? You just complicated my electronics choices lol. Not sure what esc/motor I want to purchase. All I know is I want Hobbywing but just not sure past that.
The Spektrum 107 micro servo comes with the last piece of the servo saver for the build - yes a bit tricky on HH/Axial's part, but you can purchase it separately. Others have just used thier own micro servo, and an aluminum horn with some modification to make it work without the servo saver - ask any of the MKS or Reefs "drivers" and they will have photos of what to do
IMO, Tekin is a better choice. More of a racing system, more tunable and Tekin has had sensored technology for years....where castle just got into making sensored.
The RCNetwork thanks appreciate it just ordered all three the esc the motor and Hotwire you told me :) can’t wait to put everything together also ordered the reefs 500 HD servo .
noooo you stole my color scheme! actually i'm going to use tamiya's dark metallic blue. my kit should be here thursday. i've got a fresh set of black bullies with super swampers ready to go.
Not without some mods to the motor cover. I didn't want to show something that needed to be hacked up. If you don't run the motor cover, it's no problem
@@TheRCNetwork only reason i want this over trx is the motor cover and all the body features. That body alone is a master piece. Axial raised the bar pretty high on this imo.
Great rig, hate the body, does every crawler in the fucking solar system need to be a jeep? So tired of jeep crawlers. A little originality is needed here folks. Get with it axial. Get off the bandwagon. There are a ton of awesome bodies you could have done. Even an 80's jeep 2 door or something. Come on guys.
Oddly, this is the first wrangler I have owned....Axial does have the licensing for Jeep (Obviously) and it's a body they can show off all the details they can do. I don't mind it
@@TheRCNetwork I am well aware of the jeep sponsor. They can show detail on a different body. Or like I mentioned it would be much cooler to do a 70's 80's or even early 90's jeep.
The RCNetwork Thanks Rich. Not a lot of change for me really, (mental health = stay at home) But my girls are home and we usually head to our hometown for the school holidays. Was looking forward to riding around the Grampians mountain and National Park. But another time. Hoping you and your family a surviving and good health. We are all basically in isolation for 2 weeks more, 1 and a half done. Hobby shops are busy with online orders but stock is hard to get. I have a few spare kits to build, should keep me honest! Take care mate 👍🤓
Good to hear. It's just crazy here. We've just spent our 3rd week of "stay at home" and have been told 30 more days with May 1st being the next "we will see" date. Supposedly, April will be the "bad" month for the US. I've built so much stuff lately, fixed stuff, upgraded stuff. I'm almost running out! lol
The RCNetwork yeah we are at “stage 3” so all non essential that can not be done at home are to stay home. No real deadline. Watched a upload on UA-cam claiming the incubation period could be as long as 28 days. We have been running on a 14 day mentality. As far as building, I have some bodies to paint up, mainly touring, a heap of cars to solder ESC to motors (lost my different sized tips, wanted to use a larger, just found them, so no excuses now). Kit wise Schumacher L1evo 4wd 1/10, Eclipse 1/12 pan car, and the stock spec laydown (waiting on 17.5 Hobbywing G3R). I bought a Tamiya Clod Buster Black edt. Waiting on the Tamiya brand RC tool kit, with the funky Phillips’s head screwdrivers etc. Just finished a Hornet, just to bash (but it looks to good to bash 😢) and 4 Kyosho re-releases. Surrounded by kits and cars. We were going to rebuild our house but, COVID19 and where that takes us is so uncertain. If you’re looking for material to feature the Kyosho re-releases are a really nice build, and I really like the Schumacher kits as well. They are race spec stuff! Take care and hang in there!
What's your thoughts on the SCX10iii? Is it JUST Hype? 🤔
The RCNetwork so far so good. Definitely fun to put together
Only Traxxas Fanboys think it's a Hype.
Yes it is, only good thing with it is the portals. I would rather see overdrive and diff control with a servo place for servo winch.
Looks cool but ware can I get a 2 door jeep I need a minime for my jeep.
@@mandel4889I have this and a TRX4. I like the DIG better than having locking and unlocking diffs. For less than 30 bucks you can get som portal gears to add overdrive. It would be nice to see a place for a servo winch, but I am sure that will be coming soon from someone. The ground clearance and balance for the scx10 iii is great. Definitely don't write it off due to a few cons.
Great video Rich! Excellent detail and I really like the part at 11:48 😎
RCDriver_Online can you believe it, a non blue RC here??
Got mine yesterday, not going to build it for a while. (Just got done with trx4 sport)You did an amazing paint job. And as always very good review.
Thanks William! The TRX-4 Sport is a great kit as well! I think I'm going to pick that up here soon
I just purchased one & I can’t wait ,first build in year’s .
Nice! It's a great build - def. a bit harder than the usual RC, but satisfying
I’m just finishing up the chassis.. ready to get on to the body!
Nice! The body took just as much time as the chassis
Thanks for another great build series! One of these days you are going to choose something besides blue and shock us all. lol. The few issues shouldn't be a deterrent to anyone who enjoys building these trucks as most of us modify things quickly anyways. Mine was delivered yesterday from Amain, and I hope to dig into it this coming weekend. Can't wait to see a run video.
Thanks for watching Michael - yes, I agree with you, any true hobbyist would have no issue with the couple of negatives. I really enjoyed this build,, it was challenging
Ordered mine from my local shop (buy local if you can) and should get it this week. This will be my first kit build. Thanks for the great video.
Nice! Thanks for watching and happy building!
Great build and tips. Can't wait to see yours out on the trail.
Thanks RSRC!
Just picked mine up today. I really like the idea that you said it is an advanced build .. A lot of kits go together to easily. The transmission is what’s exciting me I can’t wait to get into it..
It's a great build, and challenging, especially for the beginner to intermediate builder.
Building one now. I’m just putting it together in my spare time. I have the trans, shocks and axels built so far.
Well, that's the toughest part - well, besides the body. Thanks for watching!
This was very helpful when masking the windows. When applying the exterior stickers I'll use a method I've used on my planes for years. I'll spray the area with windex then apply the sticker and position it. Then use a credit card to squeeze the fluid out and let it dry
Cool info. I haven't tried that with windex before
I just ordered mine, it's on back-order. it'll be my first build. But i got my feet wet with HPI cars back in the day, so i'm not a complete noob. I definitely have my work cut out for me and have to piece together a good motors /servo setup
Nice! I heard end of April for the next shipment. Take a look at my build review in the mean time...there's a few bobbles in the manual
@@TheRCNetwork I've already have, i've got a list of changes for the manual for when i get to those areas, thanks!
Really great job, Rich. Been looking forward to seeing this. Just love that Axial are still innovating.
They're doing a great job. Hopefully Matt Kearney's legacy will continue - He was the designer at Axial from the beginning, and this was his last design (he left Axial earlier this year) . He designed the original SCX10, the SCX10ii, the Capra and the SCX10iii (I'm forgetting all the others)
Excellent review, the best i have seen. As always you set the bar for everyone else to try and match on videos. I was skeptical on getting this up until i saw this video, I think i'm dropping the hammer and getting one now, it looks like it is going to be a great platform for building a nice scale rig.
Wow, thanks for the nice comments! It is a great build - the scale aspect is off the charts
A new challenging and not too complicated build. Spending hours are worthed during these lockdown time. Great Video tips.
Thanks buddy! Happy Rcing!
I will get one eventually right now my SCX10 Deadbolt OG is perfect
Nice! Thanks for watching!
I love it, can't afford one right now. Appreciate you sharing. Love the color you chose. Looks awesome. Appreciate you sharing
Thanks for watching Andy!
Build your own servo extension its very easy if you can crimp a connector.
You just named the 2 things I don't have right now! 😬
I’m in the UK, I’m waiting for mine. It’s on route from Germany but so far who knows when it will arrive. Can’t wait. Saw the first axial release video and knew I wanted one. Deposit paid. Can’t wait for it to get here. Next big choice is what colour to do. I’m thinking battle ship grey.
Yeah, that kind of dull grey is a great color
I am goin crazy waiting for the truck to arrive
Thanks fr watching - and happy building when it arrives!
I really appreciate what Axial has done here. I would love to build one but I already spent all my money on a TRX4. Also it looks like Axial has a little more room width wise under the axle.
Thanks for watching Nate - the TRX-4 is no slouch - keep on RCing!
Looking good, nice build, the detail is exquisite.
Thanks for watching, buddy!
Rich. I was able to get AXE system into my build with the plastic engine. I used Reefs 422HD servo and my motor is tilted more to the right. I passed the sensor wire on the right and the motor leads down the left side. Great review as usual thanks for sharing!
Nice on the Axe system - I tried the tilt, even upside down....I musta gave up too quick.
Axial just playing catch-up to Traxxas & Vanquish 2 years late. Not a quantum leap by any means. Not rushing out to buy one. Would prefer a raw builders kit minus the body. Rather wait to see what else is coming out then decide around Black Friday. Great review video though. Thanks for making it. Your rig looks great. 👍
Thanks for watching. The best part of RC are the choices, especially now. 2012, there was little to choose from for scale RC - Wraith, SCX10 or AX10...or maybe a Tamiya kit?
Catching up on videos and man, this thing came out great, I've had mine for a couple of weeks and its still in the box. Great job!
Thanks for stopping by! Get that thing going!!
Considering purchasing one in the near future
It's a challenging and great build - enjoy if you do! Here's a handy link if you decide: bit.ly/2xgrkVa
Hope we get a rtr version soon.
I'm sure Axial has that in the plans
@@TheRCNetwork I am glad they released the kit 1st. Many times us kit builders have to wait for months for a kit version when a new platform comes out.
The Capra and SCX10-3 are the only RC kits I have painted the body before building the kit. I LOVE the pre-cut body, and I got it together in one long build session, but wouldn't recommend that to most people. I would say it is comparable to the TRX4 kit in complexity. Axial use to have really good instructions. After the Capra, they have been super disappointing. Also my SCX10-3 kit was missing about 4 screws. I fortunately had extra from other kits. It seems we are getting some improvements in quality, but let down in other areas.
I can't agree with you more on the pre-cut bodies. I couldn't imagine cutting that grill out, let alone the other 55 holes. Also agree on the instructions. Axial has made a huge improvement on the parts quality and also doing the "bag" organization - Bag A is everything you need. If you take a look at older Axial kits, you had to dig through 3-4 bags to find all of the parts.
@@TheRCNetwork I didn't mind the searching through bags, but I also don't miss it. I do miss the little odds and ends that you had left over, but I really do have enough cow horns, so I guess its not a bad thing. LOL!
I have one on back-order, I plan on using either a 2850 or 3100 motor and utilizing the two speed to get most out of it both on the trails and crawling. Honestly not sure yet about the dig function, never used dig before.
Def. try the dig, it's a cool feature. You may not need 2 speed with that 3100
@@TheRCNetwork What are the ratios for the high and low, how do they compare to the SCX10ii's stock gearing? I really like how the 2850 runs in my Scx10ii, i usually run 3s on trails and 2s for crawling.
If you're already running brushless sensored, I don't think you'll need the 2 speed. Just run it in 1st gear and you'll be fine
Great build 👍. My thoughts are by the time you buy it and get all the electronics it puts it out of most people’s price range. Looks to be a great rig though.
Like most things in RC, you can build it the way you want - even outfit it with less than $100 for electronics would still be a great build. The price of the kit is pretty reasonable considering you're getting a $100+ body set as well and plenty of included upgrades (all steel gears, machined bevel/pinion, universals, aluminum shocks, SS links, etc)
@@TheRCNetwork A hobbywing 1080 ESC and a Homes Hobbies Crawlmaster sport5 550 12T and a decent servo will not set you back that much money but still provide tons of performance.
Amazing build, looks incredible, cant wait to see it on the trail.
Thanks Don, I can’t wait to get it out there!
My opinion, axial has improved with their design. Two thumbs up for me. Good job my friend, really enjoyed the video.😎 👍
I happened to agree! I like the TLR influence on some of the parts too
Great build. Thanks for the excellent video🤟🏻
Thanks for watching!
Hey bud thanks for answering question about rear portal covers I was trying to put bearing in
No problem 👍Thanks for watching!
Love this channel thanks for the review the best one yet:)
Thanks Marc! I appreciate the great comments!
Excellent video. I am a fan of your very professional videos! Thanks.
Thanks Bill - a ton of work goes into them and I'm glad you appreciate it. Happy RCing!
Impressive build Rich!
Thanks buddy!
Another fantastic build Rich! This is an amazing looking truck 🤩
Thanks buddy!
currently assembling my SCX10 - 3 Kit, stuck on the Transmission due to a missing Bearing though
Yeah, the SCX10iii is a tough build, especially the trans - I had to step back thought it due to an extra bearing I missed
Nice review.... But a sharp #11 blade will work fine in trimming the servo mount.....No stinking dremel needed!
I started mine Friday night, Paint and roof was done Saturday. Axles and trans were finished, Sunday was final assembly.Wheels and Holmes 2700 stubby fitted fine.Servo extension will be made tonight, My Futaba Rx fits awful in the box. Did you lock your gears in low or high for brushless?
Thanks MM! Yeah, my servo placement needed just a small corner notched, plus I had the dremel out from the Wraith 1.9 build. My gears are locked in first.....My 304 Futaba receiver fit like a glove
I NEVER expected to see it painted BLUE! Haa!
Exactly! I love shocking the viewers! 😉
Hey Rich,
Hope everything's going your way.
Watched all 3 videos, you did a great job, hit the mark as always.
I have my scx10 III on the way, I've built a few kits over time and really looking forward to the complexity of this build, I think Horizon and Axial did an amazing job on this truck. Was wondering if you used the included grease and would like to know what grease do you like the best? I've tried a lot of different brands. I'll be going back through your 2nd video when I get the manual in hand to highlight certain things. Thanks for the content and stay safe. 🤠🇺🇸☝️
The included grease is fine....I've been using the ProTek Blue grease normally, but ran out of it as of late: bit.ly/3bqG9Dm Yeah, make sure and watch that manual and pull up all of the revisions they made. Also watch the placement of gears in the trans - I missed one of the issues, since I placed the gear correctly, avoiding the "clicking" sound
Great vid Rich cant wait to get my hands on 1‼
Thanks Sean for watching! It's a great build, don't hesitate!
Looks great Rich mine will be here this week 👍🏼
Nice! it's a great build, happy building
The RCNetwork thanks buddy
Nice video. Mine is in the mail. How will the Hobbywing Fusion SE fit.
Thanks for the compliment! Gosh, I totally forget on the fusion fitting or not. Everything is a tight fit because of the fake motor though.
Love it👍, making one white to match my JLU 👍
Nice! You're just a can of Sprint white away!
Would be nice if someone would get these back in stock. I am ITCHING to buy one!!!
They should be hitting by May1st...get the preorder in to Amain and they will ship it to you first (link in description)
@@TheRCNetwork I ended up ordering direct from Horizon. I didn't see your message...I can't wait!!
merci pour la vidéo 👍 très détaillée ...
Thanks for watching Philippe! My high school French has paid off!
Noob here, you mentioned this was a difficult build - would you suggest I start with another kit first?
Very interesting point on the single speed transmission that I hand't considered. I don't need something fast, just something that can keep up with me walking a trail (or sidewalk). I'm also looking at the Traxxas Chassis kit for reference.
Lastly, I apologize if I missed it but does this have locking/unlocking diffs like the TRX4? So many features among the various kits, I'm not sure what I _need_ and what I _want_ . Great job on the review! You only made it more difficult for me to choose. LOL
If you compare the two kits - SCX10.3 and the TRX4, both are complicated kits, but Traxxas did a FAR better job laying out he kit to be built including the best instructions. Axial makes a great car, but struggle to have a well engineered kit and instructions. I’d highly recommend the TRX-4 chassis kit even for beginners. I a,so think the TRX4 out performs the SCX10.3. Take a look at my Traxxas videos, I’ve done the chassis kit as well. Good luck and if you have questions, please ask.
@@TheRCNetwork first, thanks for responding. Originally I was tettor tottering between the two but leaning more towards traxxas but the bodies from Axial are so nice. I'll go find your trx4 build video now. Thank you again.
when is there going to be a guilders kit??????
As always-awsome! Did you officially change to xt-60 I remember you were into star plugs at the last scx10 launch
Yeah, XT90 on all 3s-4s packs. I still use Deans on 2s.....but decided to run XT60 on this one
@@TheRCNetwork How long did it take to swap everything? I'm thinking of doing it - one too many rc and packs..
A good 2-3 hours and patience, especially when working with Lipos -- don't do it when you're tired
So what do I need to buy other than the truck?
I have it listed in my "Build Review" video - but.....Motor, ESC, Steering Servo, Radio System, Battery, dig/2 Speed Micro Servos, and Lexan Paint will be the major items
Should of went with mambaX and a puller pro motor
Name the last video/year you've ever seen a CC product here? But yes, HH is great stuff!
What difference would using a white backer on the metallic blue make?
It would make it a lighter blue, or more royal
@@TheRCNetwork thanks! Just got a clear trx 2021 bronco body and want to make it metallic blue!
Great video and great channel! New sub today! I love this release, but I've never purchased a kit. Just 5 RTR's that I've upgraded/customized slightly. Body, paint, accessories, etc. Looking for an honest opinion from someone that isn't selling me something. Is this something that will be out of my league to start with or is it something a first-time kit builder could handle? With the help of the wonderful world of UA-cam and the amazing amounts of expertise out there, of course... Many thanks!
Hey, Glad to have you on board! I don't think it's out of anyone's league, especially if you've been wrenching on 5 RTR's already. You will have a new experience here with a kit and know all of the ins and louts of it before you even drive it. Take a look at my build review video - I cover some of the tricky parts and just take your time. If you get frustrated, you always have forums/FB for some quick help.
Do you think a 3300kv motor should run it ok
It might be a bit too fast, even on the lowest gearing....Most people are running low to mid 2,000's
nice
Thanks CJ!
It’s a deal breaker for me if the axe system won’t work in it. That’s all I use in my rigs.
I didn't want to "not" run the motor cover, otherwise it will fit in. Some have modified the cover and had the Axe system fit as well
I'm building one and I am going to use the540 2300kv can am I goi gto.have problems getting it to fit
It will fit, but's you'll likely have to modify the engine cover or not run it
I want it but I don't want the body. Do you know if the axial blazer body would work on it
Yeah, sure - the kit comes with a supplement bag with traditional body mounts for bodies like the blazer. Bumpers will also have to be looked at, as well as the sliders - they might work
@@TheRCNetwork thanks for the response and all the hard work you put into this channel. BEST RC CHANNEL ON UA-cam HANDS DOWN!
Why can’t you use another brand micro servo? You just complicated my electronics choices lol. Not sure what esc/motor I want to purchase. All I know is I want Hobbywing but just not sure past that.
The Spektrum 107 micro servo comes with the last piece of the servo saver for the build - yes a bit tricky on HH/Axial's part, but you can purchase it separately. Others have just used thier own micro servo, and an aluminum horn with some modification to make it work without the servo saver - ask any of the MKS or Reefs "drivers" and they will have photos of what to do
wnow you can clearly see, what big company will do with small one, just to earn some money ;) I stick with my TRX4 and 10.2
Besides the manual, I think Axial has benefited greatly from the HH/Axial acquire. The plastics have improved, the upgrades, etc.
other then the mamba x crawler combo what combo would you recommend ? i want best quality stuff ??? thank you
Take a look at the Tekin stuff - RX4 with a Roc412 would be solid! Grab the Hotwire 3 and you're programming off of your phone!
The RCNetwork thank you
The RCNetwork but if you would compare which ones better tekin or castle ??? It’s just castle there saying gonna be available June
IMO, Tekin is a better choice. More of a racing system, more tunable and Tekin has had sensored technology for years....where castle just got into making sensored.
The RCNetwork thanks appreciate it just ordered all three the esc the motor and Hotwire you told me :) can’t wait to put everything together also ordered the reefs 500 HD servo .
what type of shock absorbers? 90mm ? 100mm ? ; )
Physically they're 90mmm, eye to eye - the owners manual states 97mm though (mis-print)
@@TheRCNetwork very good ! thank you so much...
noooo you stole my color scheme! actually i'm going to use tamiya's dark metallic blue. my kit should be here thursday. i've got a fresh set of black bullies with super swampers ready to go.
Tamiya's dark metallic blue is legit! But, it's so expensive - and as much as I shoot blue......
Wait the axe system wont fit? This deserves its own video.
Not without some mods to the motor cover. I didn't want to show something that needed to be hacked up. If you don't run the motor cover, it's no problem
@@TheRCNetwork only reason i want this over trx is the motor cover and all the body features. That body alone is a master piece. Axial raised the bar pretty high on this imo.
Yeah, I'd suspect the body set alone will go for about $100+
looks like your sensor wire is damaged
Nope, works fine
I was right to begin with,,, your tires are on backwards.
Like Dwight Schrute says: "False". The tires are not "directional" - it doesn't matter which way you mount them.....they'll always be the same
@@TheRCNetwork Made ya look. LOL
Me need 😭
There's a link in the video description, pick one up!
The RCNetwork they aren’t back ordered like everywhere else???
It's pre-order - but I'd get it on Pre-order now - everyone that got them this round didn't expect them till end of April
The RCNetwork aight. I’ll preorder I suppose. You should subscribe to my channel... 👌🏻
Great rig, hate the body, does every crawler in the fucking solar system need to be a jeep? So tired of jeep crawlers. A little originality is needed here folks. Get with it axial. Get off the bandwagon. There are a ton of awesome bodies you could have done. Even an 80's jeep 2 door or something. Come on guys.
Oddly, this is the first wrangler I have owned....Axial does have the licensing for Jeep (Obviously) and it's a body they can show off all the details they can do. I don't mind it
@@TheRCNetwork I am well aware of the jeep sponsor. They can show detail on a different body. Or like I mentioned it would be much cooler to do a 70's 80's or even early 90's jeep.
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Thanks for watching! Stay safe in AZ!
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Hey PG - hope you're staying safe down there in Aussie land
The RCNetwork Thanks Rich. Not a lot of change for me really, (mental health = stay at home)
But my girls are home and we usually head to our hometown for the school holidays. Was looking forward to riding around the Grampians mountain and National Park. But another time.
Hoping you and your family a surviving and good health. We are all basically in isolation for 2 weeks more, 1 and a half done.
Hobby shops are busy with online orders but stock is hard to get.
I have a few spare kits to build, should keep me honest!
Take care mate 👍🤓
Good to hear. It's just crazy here. We've just spent our 3rd week of "stay at home" and have been told 30 more days with May 1st being the next "we will see" date. Supposedly, April will be the "bad" month for the US. I've built so much stuff lately, fixed stuff, upgraded stuff. I'm almost running out! lol
The RCNetwork yeah we are at “stage 3” so all non essential that can not be done at home are to stay home. No real deadline. Watched a upload on UA-cam claiming the incubation period could be as long as 28 days. We have been running on a 14 day mentality. As far as building, I have some bodies to paint up, mainly touring, a heap of cars to solder ESC to motors (lost my different sized tips, wanted to use a larger, just found them, so no excuses now). Kit wise Schumacher L1evo 4wd 1/10, Eclipse 1/12 pan car, and the stock spec laydown (waiting on 17.5 Hobbywing G3R).
I bought a Tamiya Clod Buster Black edt. Waiting on the Tamiya brand RC tool kit, with the funky Phillips’s head screwdrivers etc.
Just finished a Hornet, just to bash (but it looks to good to bash 😢) and 4 Kyosho re-releases.
Surrounded by kits and cars. We were going to rebuild our house but, COVID19 and where that takes us is so uncertain.
If you’re looking for material to feature the Kyosho re-releases are a really nice build, and I really like the Schumacher kits as well. They are race spec stuff!
Take care and hang in there!
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@@TheRCNetwork Like the Chassis and not the body lol
Oddly, this is my first wrangler - I've avoided them so far