Upgrading Walmart RC Car w/ Hobby Grade Parts - Was it Worth it?

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  • @TheLuckymod13
    @TheLuckymod13 4 місяці тому +41

    I grabbed that same RC, replaced the windshields with mesh, and modded it to fit on my 1/16 e revo. Because reasons.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +5

      @@TheLuckymod13 You Peaked My Interest.. that would be a Little Monster

    • @TheLuckymod13
      @TheLuckymod13 4 місяці тому

      @@TestDriverRC how would I share a photo the easiest for you?

    • @TheLuckymod13
      @TheLuckymod13 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TestDriverRC got it. I posted a photo on my UA-cam channel.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@TheLuckymod13 you can always email us at TestDriverRC@Gmail.com

    • @brsrc759
      @brsrc759 4 місяці тому +1

      Awesome!! 😎🤙🏽

  • @telekinesischriswright2540
    @telekinesischriswright2540 4 місяці тому +17

    That's sweet man....I have been making rc cars out of things that didn't belong for 30 years and anytime I made a car go that fast and used the old plastic gears that came in it they would melt literally so that is awesome....that car needs a marble floor or concrete slab no bumps at all just scale buildings and it would rule....again nice work..take care my friend 👍 👍👍👍👍

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +3

      @@telekinesischriswright2540 This Car would Dominate on a Smooth Surface. 🤙

    • @telekinesischriswright2540
      @telekinesischriswright2540 4 місяці тому +2

      @TestDriverRC no doubt it would man.........35 0r 40% better grip on rear wheels cause if it spins like that on roads it would fling it around like a like the old tilt a whorl....... better grip and I would race against others with that on flat land

    • @telekinesischriswright2540
      @telekinesischriswright2540 4 місяці тому +2

      @TestDriverRC my bad to message again but the grip on the tires probably would make it melt those original gears though...my bad just thought about it..take care

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +3

      @@telekinesischriswright2540 If I find a Good Smooth Surface I’ll definitely run this thing till the Gears Melt Off 🤘😝 ⚙️ 🔥

  • @flyingfortressrc1794
    @flyingfortressrc1794 4 місяці тому +6

    Thats funny that the gas caps on the passenger side fender instead of drivers side quarter panel. Lol
    Pretty cool conversion i might have to try since I love Dodge Chargers. Lol

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@flyingfortressrc1794 The Orange Supra is next

  • @greenie43
    @greenie43 2 місяці тому +2

    Frankencharger!!!! Sweet build bro!!! 🔥😎👍

  • @901steammachine2
    @901steammachine2 3 місяці тому +7

    A pinecone/sg/udirc 1603 chassis will fit right under that body. The width and wheelbase are within a couple mm.

  • @caseys_cozy_garage
    @caseys_cozy_garage 2 місяці тому +2

    I like ur vibe! I'm subbed. The no suspension thing was hilarious

  • @therchotspot
    @therchotspot 2 місяці тому +1

    Ok, this was great! Think you forgot the glue!

  • @fcfva
    @fcfva 4 місяці тому +1

    I love these conversions! Looking forward to more!! Subscribed🎉

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@fcfva Huh.. What was that?!
      You said I should make one brushless..? Okay 🤷‍♂️

    • @fcfva
      @fcfva 4 місяці тому

      @@TestDriverRC 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @robertvasco9950
    @robertvasco9950 11 днів тому +1

    Creative work

  • @mcspartan660
    @mcspartan660 3 дні тому +1

    to add more control add more weight to front and back of it

  • @FrankBradford-v2b
    @FrankBradford-v2b 4 місяці тому +5

    You are a freaking genius respect

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@FrankBradford-v2b ✈️🧑‍🔧 🧰 /🚀🧑‍🔬🧪 🤫

  • @johnkincaid700
    @johnkincaid700 17 днів тому +1

    I had the same rc and I had the same idea before I saw this video 😂

  • @dantejones4551
    @dantejones4551 6 днів тому +1

    I need a link to that motor! Been doing the same thing just using the stock motor and burning them out. LOL.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  6 днів тому +1

      @@dantejones4551 It’s the entire electronics system off a brushed Losi Mini-B it actually fit really well!!

  • @FloridaGeekScene
    @FloridaGeekScene 4 дні тому +1

    I like it, but I think it would run better with some foam tires or slicks. I think the foam or rubber would have better grip on the road especially with the lack of suspension, and those hard plastic tires that came stock with it look like they just can't take all those little bumps at the increased speed.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  2 години тому

      I'll definitely be looking into some new tires for the next video!

  • @robertvasco9950
    @robertvasco9950 11 днів тому +1

    Awesome

  • @mysticr3448
    @mysticr3448 4 місяці тому +4

    New hobby unlocked for me

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@mysticr3448 Level Up!! New skin unlocked new skill learned.

  • @BrianB-ii9yu
    @BrianB-ii9yu 5 днів тому

    I found 3 RC cars in the dumpster 1 with small damage and the other 2 broken but I used for parts and fix the other a T MAXX it's cool to play with 😎💯

  • @mr.itchroot6304
    @mr.itchroot6304 4 місяці тому +2

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
    Bro u and that glue got me rolling

  • @SpACeCruizeR2o3
    @SpACeCruizeR2o3 4 місяці тому +7

    Looks sick actually now u gotta do a paul walker one

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +3

      Once I find the Orange Supra or Green Eclipse
      Yes 👍

    • @brsrc759
      @brsrc759 4 місяці тому +1

      I don't remember what company made it but someone made a 1/6 scale toy grade fluorescent green Paul Walker Mitsubishi Evo. I had one about 10 years ago. It was huge. ​@@TestDriverRC

  • @ralphhowing3473
    @ralphhowing3473 4 місяці тому +3

    Paint it orange and call it the general lee!!!

  • @wendyhayden2170
    @wendyhayden2170 3 місяці тому +3

    I have that same rc car, I'm turning it into General Lee

  • @robertvasco9950
    @robertvasco9950 11 днів тому +1

    I did it with the metal body.

  • @another_irate_user
    @another_irate_user 3 місяці тому +1

    I'd say just use the body.. but this time like.. see how realistic it can be made for cheap.

  • @joshmatthiesen4552
    @joshmatthiesen4552 2 місяці тому +1

    Why is the fuel door on the fender and not on the rear quarter panel like it should be. And that Daytona style rear window is horrible

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  2 місяці тому +1

      I’ll have to write a strongly worded letter to Walmart about this..

  • @bassheadforeverclub2118
    @bassheadforeverclub2118 Місяць тому +1

    I ran it on 3s lmao way too fast bypassed the esc and connected it straight to the battery 😂😂

  • @zack-l5y
    @zack-l5y 4 місяці тому +2

    GOOOD to know!!! Thanks bud

  • @SmallGadgetMan
    @SmallGadgetMan Місяць тому

    Did you ever add suspension?

  • @bigbristv
    @bigbristv 4 місяці тому +1

    That was interesting. Did you ever review watches? I feel like you were about to break out in song, "test the loooom" 😅

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@bigbristv I haven’t done a Watch Review.. I need a watch

  • @MustangsCanTurnToo
    @MustangsCanTurnToo 4 місяці тому +2

    Tyco Super Turbo 4WD is the best hobby grade conversion ever.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@MustangsCanTurnToo it sounds epic even without the conversation!

  • @Raycefan
    @Raycefan 4 місяці тому +1

    A 19.84lbs servo??? Is it made of osmium or iridium???

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@Raycefan That little thing can do it.. not 20lbs tho.. that’s too much

    • @Raycefan
      @Raycefan 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TestDriverRC YOU SAID the servo was a nine KILOGRAM servo, so, naturally, I could only assume it was made of something like Unobtainium

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому

      @@Raycefan 9ton would’ve been a bit much..

  • @TestDriverRC
    @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

    Brian O’Conners Orange Supra Next

  • @sped6954
    @sped6954 4 місяці тому +1

    $100 worth of upgrades ain't bad at all. Especially if you factor in that you can't buy what you have now.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +1

      I mean… the right offer you can buy anything 😉

  • @sst-e9p
    @sst-e9p 2 місяці тому +1

    😂 fun to see what I have done

  • @jeremyrojas8942
    @jeremyrojas8942 4 місяці тому +1

    NICE JOB!!

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@jeremyrojas8942 it Was a FUN Build

  • @Sandtoasty
    @Sandtoasty 4 місяці тому +1

    That’s awesome! Any Teching videos you recommend?

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@Sandtoasty How the Frankenstein is a tough video to make with the uniqueness of whatever project it is.. Can’t teach what you’re still figuring out..

  • @lylekehrer6159
    @lylekehrer6159 4 місяці тому +1

    I haven't seen that Charger, I did get the El Camino. All I've done was take the body off(plan on putting on one of my SCX 24s) - Hopefully will fit. This might need the Gladiator with the longer chassis.. at least you'll have the suspension.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      I’m looking into a SCX24 Gladiator also

  • @carmencorpuz4843
    @carmencorpuz4843 2 місяці тому

    Where can i order that

  • @mariomozie2102
    @mariomozie2102 3 місяці тому +1

    I'm impressed 🤔👌

  • @GF-mf7ml
    @GF-mf7ml 4 місяці тому +1

    I only do that for RC car with suspension. It's impossible to run fast without suspension.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@GF-mf7ml I’ll agree the car would do much better with some springs.
      But that’s all Walmart offers so we work with what we got.

  • @thattoyvehicleguy9000
    @thattoyvehicleguy9000 4 місяці тому +1

    I have countless toy grades (mostly 18th scale) I'm working on upgrading, i nicknamed the process toy grade glow ups lmao.
    So far the only one completed is the pxtoys 22nd scale buggy

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@thattoyvehicleguy9000 I found a Pink RC Toy by the trash..
      time for conversion Deux

  • @Skateandenjoi
    @Skateandenjoi 4 місяці тому +3

    If you can find better tires it will make a world of difference with control

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@Skateandenjoi New tires and some springs for suspension..
      I agree

  • @MarcusChatman0
    @MarcusChatman0 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice job with upgrade

  • @SlideCityHotwheels
    @SlideCityHotwheels 4 місяці тому +1

    I have a few different bodies for my latrax rally from walmart

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@SlideCityHotwheels I have a few Mini Slash Bodies too..
      Nothing to put them on though

  • @TeamJunkYardDog
    @TeamJunkYardDog 4 місяці тому +1

    Fun Car now!

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@TeamJunkYardDog Made it way more FUN!! I have the itch to do more budget building now

  • @MysticRiverRC
    @MysticRiverRC 4 місяці тому +1

    It's a symptom of the hobby. You do it for the lolz!

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@MysticRiverRC I Can’t just leave it Stock.. Then it’s just like all the other Cars at Walmart..
      I’d rather have the “Unique” one ☝️

  • @RC4us
    @RC4us 4 місяці тому +5

    could you ever get it to drive in a straight line. i think i wouldve rather just used the body on a different platform.... just because you can doesnt mean you should lol good good tho

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +6

      @@RC4us It would drive straight on a smoother surface. The wheels spin too fast to get grip and just slides the tail out on hard trigger pulls

  • @user-blankman
    @user-blankman 4 місяці тому +1

    WPL C24 black wheels + lego lowpro tires fit the 6mm rear axles i did the same thing and used 1/18 tonka police car was probably fsstest toy grade rc car ive ever seen.
    Handeled terrible though

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@user-blankman These toy grade RC cars are fun to experiment on but you learn very quickly Hobby grade is where the quality driving experience is

  • @OGRadRC
    @OGRadRC 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice 👍🏾

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@OGRadRC Thank ya, Thank ya very much huuuu Huuuu..
      (Elvis Voice)

  • @robertvasco9950
    @robertvasco9950 11 днів тому

    Bought two one for display

  • @carlosjuarez7449
    @carlosjuarez7449 4 місяці тому +1

    I've also done a bunch of conversions.

  • @johnlujan8706
    @johnlujan8706 4 місяці тому +1

    Subscribed

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@johnlujan8706 You’re The Best

  • @ralphhowing3473
    @ralphhowing3473 4 місяці тому +1

    Try it on carpet!!!

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +1

      Many votes for this.. maybe we will

  • @poggie_
    @poggie_ 3 місяці тому +1

    Few years ago I bought one and shot it with BB guns with my cousin and threw it around and rode a little 50cc minibike over it and it still worked (sorta)

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому

      @@poggie_ Usually I drive them..
      But that sounds like so much Fun..

    • @poggie_
      @poggie_ 3 місяці тому +1

      @@TestDriverRC oh it was definitely fun, we drove them too and rode the hell out of them

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +1

      @@poggie_ new video idea 💡

  • @DSPIC444
    @DSPIC444 4 місяці тому +1

    You're gonna need a gyro in that bad boy.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@DSPIC444 some slices and a gyro would be PERFECT on this rig.

  • @robertvasco9950
    @robertvasco9950 11 днів тому

    Be nice if you smoke the tires

  • @carloshnunez
    @carloshnunez 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice
    🔵🔵🔵🙂🙂🙂👍👍👍🔵🔵🔵

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +2

      @@carloshnunez Three Thumbs Up!?
      Wow it’s must be nice then lol
      Thanks Man

  • @Thuggin4Jesus
    @Thuggin4Jesus 4 місяці тому +1

    Now return it to walmart for your 24.99 back and the next person gets a surprise

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +3

      Till the Moms buys 2
      Then Timmy is mad at Tommy

    • @Thuggin4Jesus
      @Thuggin4Jesus 3 місяці тому

      @TestDriverRC Tommy is just a lucky mf

  • @toolbaggers
    @toolbaggers 4 місяці тому +2

    Can't upgrade everything except the suspension and tires think it's gonna drive good.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +3

      @@toolbaggers I might be about to squeeze a spring in there, but the stock setup doesn’t allow much room for upgrades when it comes to the suspension

  • @br0k3nbassboost55
    @br0k3nbassboost55 4 місяці тому +1

    my dude needs a gorilla glue sponsership

  • @FearnT-e1l
    @FearnT-e1l 3 місяці тому +2

    Guys please...try to find a way to ditch that pos chassis and just use the body. That chassis is worthless!

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +2

      Yes. But now we know for sure 👍

  • @richardbrown6762
    @richardbrown6762 4 місяці тому +2

    😯🤔😅😅😎👍

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@richardbrown6762 I know huh

  • @williamsolomon602
    @williamsolomon602 3 місяці тому +2

    PLASTIC CHASIS TOO BRITTLE…GET A TAMIYA , ABOUT 20BUCKS MORE AND COMES WITH ESC AND MABUCHI MOTOR… AND THE SWEET BODY YOU CHOOSE…

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  3 місяці тому +1

      @@williamsolomon602 I have a feeling you haven’t seen our older videos.. our channel was once called ONLYTT02 and we drove only Tamiya.
      (Tamika’s are plastic too btw) 😉

    • @williamsolomon602
      @williamsolomon602 3 місяці тому

      @@TestDriverRC BEEN USING TAMIYA SINCE THE 80s…

  • @Raycefan
    @Raycefan 4 місяці тому +2

    Also, say “guys” less.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому +1

      @@Raycefan should I start saying Ya’ll? Lol

    • @Raycefan
      @Raycefan 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TestDriverRC no. Leave referring to those watching out completely. Sounds far more professional than saying “guys” every other word. That, or if you have to refer to those watching, use a different word each time. I see too many content creators repetitively using “guys” to refer to those watching and it is not only annoying, but makes you sound uneducated. Expand your vocabulary past “guys”. There are tons of other words: ya’ll, folks, everyone, people, etc., etc. it just seems to me that too many content creators over use “guys”. It’s lazy. That’s all. Constructive criticism.

    • @TestDriverRC
      @TestDriverRC  4 місяці тому

      @@Raycefan Absolutely love the feedback. 😉👍
      Thanks, I’ll definitely adjust accordingly