@@billiwhizz221 I got my kit from AliExpress and it’s an almost 100% clone of the Mini-Z. I would guess that the Mini-Z parts would fit.

I swapped out the radio/ESC for the one in the MN82 and it worked like a charm. So it must be the electronics module. This last weekend I swapped out for a RadioLink receiver and a cheap ESC. (Video coming soon) It does seem to be working better, it is still "under powered" as it stalls. I don't think it's the replacement ESC because it will get over if you give it full power. The old electronics module would not do that. With that said. The MN99S platform is a nice little platform if you like to tinker and upgrade. I plan on getting my 3D printing skills up to the task and make some modifications that will hopefully get this little guy up and running like a champ. I have lots of plan for this crawler. I am interested to learn how yours performs. Please let me know.

It is one of my favorite Matchbox cars. It was fun to bring that one back to life.

Thank you. It looks to be a fun one. I plan on getting the lighting and such working on this build. It looks like finding a place to put the electronics and battery will be challenging. Did you have issues finding space, or am I overthinking it?

@@BillsWorkbench I did a custom 3D resin body on mine and did not have any issue to fit all the electronics inside. D4L ESC and light system + sound modul. For what I seen about this kit, there is enough room for everything even with the Scania body.

Thanks 🔥

@@_aman_sarkar thank you.

Thank you 👍

Thank you for the Sub!

More to come!

@@joasama9763 It’’s getting there

This is a guess, but LED lights. I looked at the receiver in my MN99S, and it looked to be the same connection to the main chip. I would need to do some testing with the meter to be sure. Take this as advice from the internet, and it may be incorrect.

I checked the 6 pin connector and they are indeed lights, but they all are on at 2.7 volts. No change with turn, reverse, break etc.

@@BillsWorkbench Thank you !! Appreciate your help brother 👍

Thanks 👍

Here are the shocks I used. 70mm Injora RC Shocks: amzn.to/3TorJuQ I just got back from running it on a trail ride and they work great. No more bouncing.

And density oil ?@@BillsWorkbench

@@yaucisn I went with 20.

@@mfdoomtree3753 It’s a fun kit to build. Take your time and don’t force anything. I needed to do some things a few times to get it right.

@BillsWorkbench so far I have the diff and the gear box built. Going slow, taking my time. Question for you, did you glue the tires to the wheels?

@@mfdoomtree3753 I have not used glue or loctite yet. I am waiting until I am all done and everything is working well before doing anything permanent. This weekend, I will be recording assembling the front end. I hope to have it completed by the end of the month.

Awesome thank you!

@@hugosaiz4086 I use the same method but more careful not to short out the connector with the tweezers. A couple toothpicks may also work.

I was thinking of doing that, but I want to go brushless. I have a new outboard brushless motor to try, but I need to use the lathe to make the shaft fit the pinion. Stay tuned.

@@BillsWorkbench thats better. Using blhelli esc and outrunner motor. 2700kv are enough

@@febryant9720 It's a C2836 1120KV motor. I wanted something a bit less KV, as it's a crawler. We shall see how that goes.

@@BillsWorkbench good but. Too slow I use the outrunner 2217 2700kv, best speed and much torque

I know right, they also take off permeant marker off white boards too.

You bet!

I don't have my MN-128 stock enough to do that. But maybe I can do that with my MN-82. The Electronics would be straight forward, but the servo would require a replacement after a while of using in water. To water proof the Electronics I would use Silicone Conformal Coating and apply that to both sides of the Receiver and the board inside the servo. The battery connection would also be an issue, I would use electrical tape on that to keep the water out. One issue I can see is the speed controller part of the receiver board overheating after applying the Silicone Conformal Coating. Regarding the gears you would need to apply grease to keep the water out. After using it in water you would need to properly clean out the axels and transmission. You would also need to re-grease and oil all the proper parts. It's a lot of work to keep a RC crawler working well, I am lazy when it comes to that. Maybe that I why I don't use my crawlers in water.

Hello, although this upgrade worked. It ran way too fast for crawling. But for trail running, it may be just fine. Here list the list of parts that I used: Note: the drive shaft is not in this video, but I did break one crawling with this upgrade. HOBBYWING Quicrun 2435 4500KV amzn.to/3VVHmg7 Hobbywing QuicRun-WP-16BL30 amzn.to/3VUE6RY HOBBYWING ESC LED Program Card Box: amzn.to/3VRBEeW Zeee 2S Lipo Battery 2200mAh: amzn.to/3zapu82 Metal Drive Shaft: amzn.to/3z7Pa5d

Mine will be here for the weekend I will see how they fit and report back.

Sorry to hear that. I have had very good luck with mine. I hope you find something that works for you. Please let us know what charger you went with.

Thumbs up emoji back at ya!

I have not found the perfect shots yet. But I do have the measurements, they are at the end of the video. If you find some please let us know.

I was unable to determine the Torque of tool, nor do I have a Dremel 4000 to compare. Sorry

Yes this is one of the top tools needed. The others are hex drivers, soldering iron, and a good set of wire snips.

Yes the smaller the battery the less amperage you should use. Each battery should have a the recommended amperage listed on the battery or on their site. I charge at 1 amp when I am unsure.

I just got this charger yesterday. I have a brand new pack of Zee’s 2S Lipo batteries rated at 6500mah at 120c. When I set the charger up, the counter in the middle on the bottom row doesn’t stop going up. Any idea on what is going on? It’s currently at 9:33 and still going up. I have it set at 6.5A and the limiter set at 6500mah.

@@mylifeintexas I have hand the best luck setting the amperage to 1 amp to start. The max I have charged is 2. The amperage will affect charge time and keep the battery from overheating. More amperage will not give you any more run time or power in the battery. Make sure both the balance plug (white one) and the main plug (2 connectors) are plugged in when you charge.

@@mylifeintexasthat’s a timer haha it shows how long it’s been charging for

I think so too! Thank you for watching.

Please tell me bigger tyres for lift the crawler from aliexpress Ty!

First of all thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Yes I did slip shot, job installing the shocks. I owe everyone a video creating new, adjustable, shock mounts and as always I will share the 3d models so anyone can print their own.

I don’t think it will, you can try it. Worst thing you will need a replacement bulb, and get the LED it much brighter. If you just want brighter you can just get the LED bulb. But if you just want the larger size, you will most likely need a new bulb as well.

@@BillsWorkbench i noticed it has a xenon bulb and not a regular old incandescent bulb. it shines bright white like an led bulb. i will try and see if it will handle 8 d cells. hopefully it will not blow out.

I think you are referring to the old shocks. If so, they leaked so badly that, when upside down, the shocks did not have any damping at the first part of travel.

You are right, but what fun is that. :). I have a couple ideas for brushless coming soon.

I would start with something like this: amzn.to/3wsxTmq. (DC Motor Polarity Reversing Rocker) but it is most likely way too large to fit inside the tool. You may be better off getting another rotary tool. amzn.to/44vZwYo. For what's it is worth I have switched to Proxxon tools and have not looked back. The still spin the wrong way but with the universal holder for their tools I can place the tool on my left and use both hands to hold the piece. www.proxxon.com/us/micromot/28610.php. Note: this holder will not fit the Dremel.

Thank you for that tip! Worked great and have another crawler on the bench to get lights next.

Glad you enjoyed it.

It was a lot of fun to figure out which was what. I learned a little bit more about these fun little trucks.

I just got my Windows Box up and going again. I hope to have more Alibre content soon!

Thank you Paul

Thank you, that one took some thinking to get it right.

I was amazed how easy it really was. 😀

@@BillsWorkbench Haha brilliant

Thank you. It was a bunch more work than I thought.

@@BillsWorkbench I just built a WPL C44KM that was more work than it needed to be there was no way I was filming it for the channel to 😆 I know how awkward it is to film and wort on the bench so really good work to do both well 🙂

@@suvsteve That is why I have the camera ready to go at any moment and a second camera to my right while filming. Oh the large monitor in front of me helps keep me in frame, which seems to be the most difficult part. I can't wait to see your WPL C44KM in action!

Word that!

Two tea spoons. Not much.

I will add that one to the list.

You are 100% correct, I should have done that.

I do my best. :)