You should do a series where you make a slash track worthy and take it to races and show the results. I feel like a lot more people would get into the hobby if they knew they can start with a slash which is a lot less then a tekno kit and slowly upgrade it over time.
Believe it or not, an upgraded Slash is comparable in cost to a dedicated Tekno race rig. Find a lightly used 410.3 and that's about as cheap as you can pick up a race-worthy rig.
Just ordered one of these because they're on sale right now. And very good tips on the Futaba radio I have the same one along with a 7pxr end also have issues binding sometimes and setting up the esc.
I just ordered one. I've been out of the game for about 8 years. I've been eyeballing the raptor r 4x4 for a while. I'm excited for it to get here. I think I'm gonna do a no prep street build on mine maybe lol
Cool video. It would be good to see someone film it going round the track and zooming in a bit when its at the far side, would be much be easier to see and more exciting as a result.
I work at Fox Factory 😊 the folks upstairs really dig the UDR lol. A few weeks ago, there was a Fox Raptor on display in front of the building. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get a picture. Really digging the random tech tip btw 👌
One of my favorite trucks for sure. I feel your pain on scratching the Fox body’s I have all the different ones they make. Sway bars definitely make a difference handles much better with them. Also what are your thoughts on the VG racing springs compared to the traxxas springs I have both styles on few different cars but I don’t have any tracks near me to do a good test. Keep up the tech tips they can be very helpful
I do remember when I first got really into the hobby I would ask the guys that had fast stuff to drive mine and give suggestions on ways to improve. I just like to learn though 🤷🏻♂️
I often get told that my channel helped them so much. My newer videos lacked technical stuff... it was time to bring them back. Thanks! Hope all is well!
Yup learned how to diagnose that binding issue myself. My dx5 rugged wouldn’t bind with a new hobbywing esc. Called my local hobby shop and I got no help. I kept messing with settings till I got it binded.
What is the difference between servos ? Like a brushless server ? What does all this mean ? I’m new lol. I have a drag slag. Fox body. It’s crazy to lol.
I race mine at the local track in the SCT class. I run GTRs with the blue stripe springs and sway bars with stock 30w oil. I think its perfect...minimal preload required. Also running Proline Holeshots....surprised you went with traxxas tires. Upgraded steering servo is a must, and i can tune everyt8hng with thw stock tranmitter and the link app. Only additional thing i may consider is the optional centre diff over the stock slipper. My primary complaint is the sound of the bumper/body clunking - often mistaked for chassis slap or tire rub....but its actually the bumpers hitting the body.
Mark, I’m new to the channel and luv watching your vids! Just curious what mat you use in the back of your pick up truck when you show off this raptor? I’d love to buy one. Thanks again!
I love my raptor r slash, it was my first slash and I got hooked. I upgraded the shocks to the Ultimate shocks and stiffer springs, and traxxas sway bars, they said they sway bars don’t fit due to the heavy duty kit but it does fit the rear sway bar just fits.
Now I’m gonna have to get one for my black raptor, but I’m just gonna buy the body if you can do that. my dog chewed holes in my black body in the back like above both wheel wells and on the tailgate protector or whatever I was like really have a good one. Keep doing what you’re doing.
Amazing review! What would you say is the absolute best rc car I can get? What this raptor r can do seems to fit me best. What is out there that is better than it? I own a raptor so it would be cool to get the rc but I know Traxxas has bigger and badder trucks. Is the Traxxas the best?
How's This Compared To The Toyota Tacoma That You Got, Stock Vs Stock? I'm Leaning Towards The Tacoma, B/c I Like How It Looks, But As For Preforms Goes, That Would Be My Be My 1st Choice, Preforms 1st Them Looks 2nd..
Hey Mark are you interested in a bunch of hop-up parts Traxxas losie team Pro-Line especially OFNA non opened . About 2,800 I like these packages to go with some one that is going to use it... I'll let everything go for 1,200
Ok ok Mark… now the all important question… think I know the answer too but which truck was better on the track, the RaptorR or the Kyosho Tacoma? Inquiring minds wanna know!!!
Preloading is not the same as using a stiffer (higher spring rate) spring. Preloading does not change spring rate but preload does change the force to start moving the shock and high preload dramatically reduces shock performance over smaller bumps and makes for a more harsh ride and worse traction.
Oh, I knew you were getting it when you mentioned it the other day. Look at that fox body it’s licensed we gotta get it I’m gonna get it ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha😂 cool
The truck looks awesome. it just sucks traxxas isn't any place near me. 4 years in the hobby and the only Traxxas ive seen in person are short course that look at least 5 yrs old. Almost want to to move to a more RC hobby friendly state, almost.
Hey mark, do you have an old Traxxas rustler 2wd VXL that you don’t drive? I would love to buy it if you do, I’ve always wanted a rustler 2wd and plus one from THE MARK SANTA MARIA would be awesome, if you are interested just comment back, I check my emails every few hours, thanks!
dank. that thing has no business being that smooth on the track! Nice tuning and driving.
Nothing like trailing a 1/8 scale buggy with the head lights on 😂
Pretty sweet truck!!
lol... so much fun!
Man that thing looks SWEEEEET, very smooth especially after the shock adjustment.. 👌
That body looks freaking awesome.
My oh my...loved it
Great going..love MSM
Hi I’m MArk Santa Maria and I’m an RC-HOLIC!!!! Love the new Fox body!!! Happy RC’ing Y’all!!!!
You should do a series where you make a slash track worthy and take it to races and show the results. I feel like a lot more people would get into the hobby if they knew they can start with a slash which is a lot less then a tekno kit and slowly upgrade it over time.
Believe it or not, an upgraded Slash is comparable in cost to a dedicated Tekno race rig. Find a lightly used 410.3 and that's about as cheap as you can pick up a race-worthy rig.
@@TheRCNut right but you have to cash out all upfront with the tekno
Slash's are crap. You'll spend way more than a box stock scte or 410.3 or SCTE 2.0.
@@gotmesom it’s actually about $400 less. I race mine and can be fairly competitive against the teknos. Just need to be consistent in your lap times
@@Arturito2017 sure bud. 👌
Just ordered one of these because they're on sale right now. And very good tips on the Futaba radio I have the same one along with a 7pxr end also have issues binding sometimes and setting up the esc.
I just ordered one. I've been out of the game for about 8 years. I've been eyeballing the raptor r 4x4 for a while. I'm excited for it to get here. I think I'm gonna do a no prep street build on mine maybe lol
Cool racetrack footage . Yeah the Raptor was impressive on the track for a fun truck.
Awesome video Mark! Wish I would have got out there earlier to see it run.
I stopped right before you got there… hahaha! Nice to finally meet you!
Great video, as usual, i like how this hobby attracts all walks of life. keep the content coming!
Cool video. It would be good to see someone film it going round the track and zooming in a bit when its at the far side, would be much be easier to see and more exciting as a result.
What sway bar kit would you recommend for this truck ?
I work at Fox Factory 😊 the folks upstairs really dig the UDR lol. A few weeks ago, there was a Fox Raptor on display in front of the building. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get a picture. Really digging the random tech tip btw 👌
One of my favorite trucks for sure. I feel your pain on scratching the Fox body’s I have all the different ones they make. Sway bars definitely make a difference handles much better with them. Also what are your thoughts on the VG racing springs compared to the traxxas springs I have both styles on few different cars but I don’t have any tracks near me to do a good test. Keep up the tech tips they can be very helpful
Wow putting the heavier shock oil really helped.
Why didnt u go for a high quality proline race tire? I think thatd control the sliding more
Where do you get the stand thing to hold your truck up ?
That is a sweet looking truck, I love the orange! 🤩
What model futaba radio and receiver are you using? Or does that transmitter link to traxxas receiver?
I do remember when I first got really into the hobby I would ask the guys that had fast stuff to drive mine and give suggestions on ways to improve. I just like to learn though 🤷🏻♂️
Love the new random tech tips
I often get told that my channel helped them so much. My newer videos lacked technical stuff... it was time to bring them back. Thanks! Hope all is well!
That’s an awesome looking truck Body is that chassis exclusive to that model.
❤ I've been thinking about this truck A LOT. 😢
I’ve never had an rc and I just ordered one. Should i upgrade the shocks immediately?
That thing is Super Sick! Great video Mark!
Thanks Joe! hope all is well
Awesome video Mark.
Great truck, great track n which track was this?
does the upgraded metal servo really make any difference from the stock?
Wow another Slash with a little Desert Racer built in
Yup learned how to diagnose that binding issue myself. My dx5 rugged wouldn’t bind with a new hobbywing esc. Called my local hobby shop and I got no help. I kept messing with settings till I got it binded.
Looks sweet. I am only surprised you didn't have a video out the day it was released.
i kind of did... but i didnt own it... hahaha
I just transitioned from RC to dirt biking and come to find out my local dirtbike track has a RC course in it! 🔥 I love when worlds collide 😎
That has got to be one of the best intros ever
I once sent my Losi 8 buggy with a Novarossi 8 port motor into the ceiling on that back corner rise before 😂
Hey Mark did you do a XO1 hub conversion on a Rustler 4x4.
I want one but am waiting for the light kit first. Any idea when they’ll release the kit for these?
I’ve been waiting for the light kit too. But I would still get a raptor r now. I love mine. I’m thinking of getting a second one.
I almost did the same thing (buying another Raptor R). That body is too good to pass up😍
Crazy to see a truck with headlights and taillights on the track😎
What is the difference between servos ? Like a brushless server ? What does all this mean ? I’m new lol. I have a drag slag. Fox body. It’s crazy to lol.
I race mine at the local track in the SCT class. I run GTRs with the blue stripe springs and sway bars with stock 30w oil. I think its perfect...minimal preload required. Also running Proline Holeshots....surprised you went with traxxas tires. Upgraded steering servo is a must, and i can tune everyt8hng with thw stock tranmitter and the link app. Only additional thing i may consider is the optional centre diff over the stock slipper. My primary complaint is the sound of the bumper/body clunking - often mistaked for chassis slap or tire rub....but its actually the bumpers hitting the body.
I’m thinking of getting one to race at my local track too. What trimming would needed to be done to stop the bumper from slapping?
Dude! I grew up at that track. I spent many Friday and Saturday nights racing my Nitro Rustler.
Where was/is this track?
Mark, I’m new to the channel and luv watching your vids! Just curious what mat you use in the back of your pick up truck when you show off this raptor? I’d love to buy one. Thanks again!
Really nice set up
Is that dirt track in Garland or Richardson??? I think I’ve been to that one before… a long time ago
Garland
Once again, awesome video, props
thank you!
Oh wow, I’m actually talking to you, you’re awesome and I love your videos! Keep up the great work, rc cars rock!
Always great video cool information
I love my raptor r slash, it was my first slash and I got hooked. I upgraded the shocks to the Ultimate shocks and stiffer springs, and traxxas sway bars, they said they sway bars don’t fit due to the heavy duty kit but it does fit the rear sway bar just fits.
Now I’m gonna have to get one for my black raptor, but I’m just gonna buy the body if you can do that. my dog chewed holes in my black body in the back like above both wheel wells and on the tailgate protector or whatever I was like really have a good one. Keep doing what you’re doing.
You could probably fit a much larger motor and battery in that chassis.
Also have you tried the hobbywing g2 system’s?
where do you race in Texas?
That truck was dialed in bro… or your editing is stellar 😳
Thank you! You have no idea how much the editing compliment means to me!
Dude, your addiction is worse than mine 🤣
Perhaps there's a RC rehab
Love the channel content
COOL BEANS 🤙🤙🤙
This body is nice . I wanna try sway bars , now that you mentioned
I’m not surprised😂
I seen that DODGE Mr Ford raptor lover 😂😂
Dang are you really running 700 weight oil here I was running 50 and 60 thinking that was good
Loving the tech tips bro. 👌
Glad you like them!
And the UDR fox shock caps fit on the GTR shocks lol
i need to try that... i havent had a problem with the stock caps so i havent changed them yet
@@MarkSantaMaria Heck yeah either way the Raptor R is a sweet ride no matter what. We always enjoy watching y’alls videos. Thanks and Happy Holidays 💯
Amazing review!
What would you say is the absolute best rc car I can get?
What this raptor r can do seems to fit me best. What is out there that is better than it? I own a raptor so it would be cool to get the rc but I know Traxxas has bigger and badder trucks. Is the Traxxas the best?
Both traxxas and arma are good, Arma doesn’t sue like traxxas when someone makes a part that is compatible with traxxas
Good evening brother nice truck cool review
Music gave me an 80s Van Dam movie
How's This Compared To The Toyota Tacoma That You Got, Stock Vs Stock? I'm Leaning Towards The Tacoma, B/c I Like How It Looks, But As For Preforms Goes, That Would Be My Be My 1st Choice, Preforms 1st Them Looks 2nd..
Hey Mark are you interested in a bunch of hop-up parts Traxxas losie team Pro-Line especially OFNA non opened . About 2,800 I like these packages to go with some one that is going to use it... I'll let everything go for 1,200
2:47. I wish I lived near Traxxas headquarters
Get an extra shelf queen body for the Slash and Raptor R, then use one to bash with.
I should watch the whole video before commenting lol
Ok ok Mark… now the all important question… think I know the answer too but which truck was better on the track, the RaptorR or the Kyosho Tacoma? Inquiring minds wanna know!!!
Looks good but what's the true purpose for that truck so many other rc' that are better.
Is right out the box not good enough? Allot videos ppl always upgrade before driving. Is there a reason? I’m new to da game
Preloading is not the same as using a stiffer (higher spring rate) spring. Preloading does not change spring rate but preload does change the force to start moving the shock and high preload dramatically reduces shock performance over smaller bumps and makes for a more harsh ride and worse traction.
😯
P. S he did say "I wish I would have bought 2 sets of extra long springs🤔
My exact reaction when I got the email. Lol I need the fox edition Raptor!
hahaha
I literally did these upgrades 2 weeks ago. I went with blue GTR shocks. And 60 weight all around. But I did 7445 front and 7447 rear.
It is a traxass, you have to upgrade it, because they never put in the box what they sell on the outside of it.
I got the red Raptor R the other day❤
Oh, I knew you were getting it when you mentioned it the other day. Look at that fox body it’s licensed we gotta get it I’m gonna get it ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha😂 cool
i tried not to... but i had to
The truck looks awesome. it just sucks traxxas isn't any place near me. 4 years in the hobby and the only Traxxas ive seen in person are short course that look at least 5 yrs old. Almost want to to move to a more RC hobby friendly state, almost.
Do u do anything else but traxxas
Dude u got the money , u should keep your licensed cars unopen in the box and race/bash the regular versions
You might as well just have armor Traxxas factories just send you every release that they have you practically have every single RC car that comes out
How much do you want for that raptor? Would you like to sell it?
inner fenders and you could trick a lot of people!
The only Raptor I can afford...
Man how much you spend on RC every week😆
🔥🔥🔥
500 & 700w ?? do you mean 50w and 70w ?
If they would only put one on a xmaxx or sledge it would be awesome
Traxxas milink the system. Why not get a Raptor R body and slap it on a slash????
Wish I had some tracks near me 😢
🎉are you in Texas??
Love the beg...funny
alex kowaliuk here the intro was fuckin fantastic yesss.
Take Mauercio Deleon from Fer and Mau to help find his manhood!!!
Put some weight in the rear so it will not nose dive on all the jumps.
Saw the title and thought it was going to be the new Tekno monster truck
I just bought one today
What track
Hey mark, do you have an old Traxxas rustler 2wd VXL that you don’t drive? I would love to buy it if you do, I’ve always wanted a rustler 2wd and plus one from THE MARK SANTA MARIA would be awesome, if you are interested just comment back, I check my emails every few hours, thanks!
Lol o noooooo not another licensed body😂😂😂
Track location?
Indy RC World in Garland, TX
It’s fun let me tell you