Arguably, the Best R/C Car Stand Ever Made - The EcoPower Aluminum Rotating Car Stand

Today we talk about why R/C car stands matter, and review what could be the best R/C car stand ever created. What makes it so special? Keep watching to find out.
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[@masonherrick04]

I couldn’t imagine not having Brett doing these videos.

[@thomasgross8289]

My x had that whole ball locking technology down pat years ago

[@joshrobinson529]

LOL

[@jameswaffle7604]

Thomas Gross , I hear ya brother, mine tried to make me ball free.

[@thomasgross8289]

@@jameswaffle7604 they got a lot from me, homes, children, blood sweat and tears, part of my soul even...but by damn I've kept my balls through it all!

[@LonerSurfer]

Now you’re #ballsfree

[@jackdurden466]

Ohh man, that’s some cruel and unusual punishment...

[@jacksica7808]

I love these videos they are really well thought out and I think it’s nice to have an actual Pearson talking to you like Brett instead of a voiceover or something anyway cool product and keep up the good work

[@gunsandcommissions]

These guys make great lipos as well. I bought a couple 2 cell hard packs used from ebay and they were really powerful and took a LOT of abuse/heat.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Good to hear! I had a few 3S packs for crawling and they were inexpensive and worked great. -Brett

[@CCxRC]

Congratulations! You mad an 8 minute video about a car stand entertaining. Watched the whole thing.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hey Tony! Glad you enjoyed the video man. Pretty tough to make a car stand interesting but we tried our best. -Brett

[@The_RC_Dude]

I was expecting this to cost like $50, but $27 isn't terrible. However, if you don't care about the "BLT" (NOT Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato 😂😂), you could use a later gee spare tire from another RC, a wooden block of something like that, and so much else. My car stand right now is made out of an empty duck tape roll, paint stirrers, some hot glue, and a little tape. It's not as pretty as this, but it works fine and gets the job done for $0

[@troyflanagan4237]

Great videos NOW iam going to buy car stand thank you Brett for the idea i will ask my hobby guy tomorrow if he sells them or he can order 1

[@C.o.h.racing]

I always enjoy a great BLT. For the stand I typically run 1/10th scale so most likely BLT free for me.

[@stephentaucci6558]

I got a new V2 maxx and this stand is crap ,I sent it back

[@gerardvailoces646]

yep, i accidentally launched my 1/10 basher at full throttle while calibrating the esc :D

[@Clavitz1]

I've been using Velveeta Mac and cheese boxes.... As long as I'm not hungry they've worked....haha A stand like this is a must imo, especially with a trx4 and XMaxx chassis

[@dylanwhite6539]

I’m glad y’all acknowledge the draw backs to BLT but how about y’all consider selling some optional springs for lighter and heavier vehicles. Should be okay with a 3 weight option.

[@ruftime]

Let me start by saying.....I love Amain! Tire flat spots Yes.....Sagging suspension arms from sitting?!?! Scratching steel shock shafts with aluminum?!?! Not in this world of science!!! I’m sure i missed more crazy marketing hyperbole, while I recovered from laughing😂 C’mon guys....😎

[@fromfin90]

hi, a week late, as mentioned, if you have your car next to a window and you live where it gets very hot, you can have plastic get soft and start warping. It's not "very" common but it can happen, also another possible scenario is metal fatigue in the springs if you store your car a long time on springs. oh and ANodized aluminium, the anodizing makes a very hard surface, so yes it will scratch your shaft if you rub it

[@2CabrasLocas]

Now I want one of these just so I can free ball it...

[@dariocuriel8940]

I’m confused how does the 1/6th Scale Super Baja Rey fit and the tires don’t touch but the Traxxa UDR will touch? Has more travel? Let me know I’m trying to buy but I read in the comments that the udr will touch any info much appreciated. Thanks.

[@TARDIS76]

I wanna see this with the Mojave 6s

[@davidcortez8496]

what body do you have and and what too kit do you have

[@charlestonbrown9161]

Haven't ran an rc oof yet but now I know to pay attention to that, also idk if I would do blt or not since I've only had one rc and never a stand.

[@Yoyo-01]

The more you tried to sell it the worse it looked :D the tray looked good tho.

[@robbryan3044]

I'm not trying to "put anyone down"...but, if you're working on your vehicle while a battery is connected, or (even worse), while the vehicle is powered up, then a stand is the LEAST of your worries. Honestly, it doesn't take much to turn off the ESC, or to unplug the battery. If you 'must' have the vehicle on (such as centering the servo, to install the horn...although, this would only apply to vehicles requiring the servo be installed in the vehicle before attaching the horn), then the intelligent thing to do is to have the Tx positioned far enough away that it's impossible to accidentally sit on it, or touch it in any way (except, obviously, for adjusting the steering trim). Anyway, I'm liking this stand enough to add it to my 'wishlist', and consider purchasing it. Oh...one last thing...regarding storing vehicles off the wheels/tires, there's two MUCH better solutions (one is cheap, one is free): Free - remove the wheels from the axles/driveshafts, lay them on their side, and place the chassis on top of the wheels/tires. Cheap - Use yoga blocks. For shorter height, but retaining length (perfect for buggies, SCTs, truggies, etc), simply cut them in half lengthwise. For crawlers, and other vehicles with fairly short (lengthwise) skid plates, cut them in half (or even thirds) widthwise.

[@artkingofwholefoods74]

What kind of RC manufacturer/car was the lime green Mopar?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Oh, the Team Associated DR10 Drag Car. We made a pretty good video on that car here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a37an52cfJ6io6M And here is the product page for it at our shop: www.amainhobbies.com/team-associated-dr10-rtr-brushless-drag-race-car-green-asc70026/p1218877 -Brett

[@artkingofwholefoods74]

AMain Hobbies thank you! I’ll check it out!

[@johnmiller4553]

POOR NANA 😢😭. 😂😂😂🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@glennhobbs59]

Sweet

[@ScottP89]

Would this work well with an Arrma Mojave?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It should work. We can put the other Arrma 6S vehicles on there without the tires hitting the work surface, so the Mojave should definitely work. -Brett

[@KaniZRC]

Car stand and eye protection for me. You don't want get blind by flying rc wheels lmao 🤣 or flying pinion ..

[@proz71ful19]

I’m all hangry now.. got me thinking about burgers

[@infomutt2339]

I like but I'm BLT free baby

[@bikesandrc4387]

I almost made it 89th

[@chuckgym]

Free ballin 🤣🤣

[@koolkiwikat]

Nana vs the Xmaxx.....lol

[@johnmiller4553]

STILL WAITING FOR THEM TO COME BACK IN STOCK 🤨☹️🤭😔😔

[@LonerSurfer]

Doesn’t fit my crawlers. There aren’t many stands that accommodate those tiny skid plates and those lower links sticking out. My Eco Power stand is great with my Associated DR10 but not the lifted (for the GIGANTIC Ottsix USD Stickys) Axial SCX10. Warning crawlers and scalers!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hmm, what if you rotate the top plate perpendicular, so it's the short way? That's how we used it with some crawlers to get the skid and links happy. -Brett

[@deltazero3796]

I use two rolls of duct tape...

[@curtishubbard907]

It's to small for the xmaxx lol

[@jamesmclintock8047]

Sounds like an old man

[@Charlie86RC]

I’ve also accidentally sent off an 1/8 scale basher while I was working outside. Drove into my legs. 😆

[@MetalHeadRCGarage]

Yep, definitely guilty of accidentally launching a few vehicles 🤷🏻‍♂️ Diggin’ the new stand! I’ll be picking up a couple of these!🇺🇸

[@54raceman]

One my buddies was checking the amp draw of his 17.5 foam tire late model at the track and forgot to remove the pinion gear and launched the car into his bowl of chili his wife had just brought him from the concession. I heard the motor rev and turned around about that time to see his bowl of chili flying through the air lol

[@PopExpo]

They should just go full on scale and the stand into a actual mini hydraulic lift. That would be sick, I'd buy that right quick.

[@jacksica7808]

That’s a good idea

[@subradiant_music]

Same I been looking forever it doesn't exist. a hydraulic little tube would be too expensive and will just end up failing

[@jimbolaya65]

So- I’ve been using a yoga block resting nicely on an old kitchen “lazy Susan “ for the rotation…. Works pretty good. Just got my Eco Power stand and I love it ( 1st mission was Big Rock shock service) Ima BLT guy all the way lol😂😂

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Excellent! Happy to hear your enjoying it. I love using mine and it's still going strong. -Brett

[@orange1248]

Hah I use a wooden block I found in the trash, drilled some holes in it for shocks. And as a bonus: it acts as a window stopper! Cool product anyways :D

[@brysonkuhn3290]

Same! Why spend money on this when you can have the same result for free. But if you need a stand this is a real good one

[@gunsandcommissions]

This channel (and our esteemed presenter) are very underrated.

[@SebastianLong]

I literally only use RC stands for storing my vehicles. Other than that, I'm to busy flipping my RC, putting it on it's side, etc. When I tried using a stand to work on my RC, it was more of an inconvenient. What would probably work for me is a rotisserie. Mostly used for restoration in the 1 to 1 auto field.

[@combatcapacity690]

I work at subway so it's funny when he says BLT 😂

[@LeoDenman]

but is it better than three books and a bit of double sided tape?

[@dansemonami]

i just put some tires under my car

[@JLNYardBird]

So if I am free balling it, is there any support?

[@PLASMA_2005]

Hmm I want a BLT now...

[@davidbrennan5]

I use a table....

[@DoubleClutchProductions]

My wife has been using ball locking technology for years, this is nothing new.

[@odomandr]

How many takes to get the free ballin comment?

[@fcsthememe7987]

I might actually get it, never launched a car without wanting to. Only that one time I tried to use what I think crappy rechargeable batteries in my Transmitter, I'm currently an only standers Duracell guy to this day. I couldn't stop it even with the radio off, luckily it hit a bump, flipped over still running and unplugged the Lipo

[@54raceman]

One my buddies was checking the amp draw of his 17.5 foam tire late model at the track and forgot to remove the pinion gear and launched the car into his bowl of chili his wife had just brought him from the concession. I heard the motor rev and turned around about that time to see his bowl of chili flying through the air lol

[@terrynavin55]

Have you any recommendations for a stand to hold a xmaxx?

[@holmer1982]

I was wondering the same.

[@truthbetold916]

Just ordered with matching work mat!!! AMain Hobbies FTW!!!!! Thank you!

[@billderas3420]

Excellent points as usual Brett. Fixed car stands...Absolutely. Rotating car stands...Eh...Not so much.

[@bobthomas9403]

Brett is much better than the British accented guy, I just wish Brett would do more how to videos on Tekno, Agama or Mugen...like how to rebuild the diff,how to check for general suspension and steering maintenance, etc...

[@jerryvolpini7987]

I consider a car stand a necessity, great for working on my vehicle. This one is very nice, excellent craftsmanship but wondering if BLT is just a gimmick? Also, no tray for parts and feet need non-slip pads. Regardless, better options out there (for me). Thanks for the review 👍

[@nathancunningham8717]

I confirm this is the best RC pit stand available. I've been using this for years to build multiple buggy builds and when not being used nice display stand

[@chriscottell6854]

Does it work ok with traxxas xmaxx 8s? Great video

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes and no. If you remove the tires you should have clearance, otherwise they'll touch the work surface. -Brett

[@loum7008]

Ah, setting the endpoints on an Arrma Kraton, the throttle blipped with that funky SLT3 procedure. The Eco power car stand saved the day!!!

[@paulguerrero972]

Did everyone notice that he's holding a BLT sandwich @ 3:33????🤣😂😅 I love his reviews!!!

[@JFlyer1973]

Gotta have fun with this... B.L.T... Brett... Loves ... T________....... ok .... GO! 😁

[@henrysimas4747]

and you dont have to use tires as stands (guilty)

[@connorwilkinson7370]

Nice

[@tenncutt]

Ball Locking Technology is sweet. Nothing like a well placed detent.

[@fromfin90]

for my TRX4 sport i use a bucket of marine grease as car stand not to flatten the tires, haha

[@obsessedrc7836]

#BLT my name is Brandon Lee Thelen

[@javiertrujillo2866]

I laughed a lot watching this video, definitely one of my favorites.

[@dynasty4851]

At 2:15. Thumbs up if this happened to you. 🤣👍👍

[@skaargan]

Im the 1dollar food container as car stand guy

[@Xecuter1174]

My old T-maxx Tire/Rims do just fine. 😝

[@jameswisecarver]

Flipped that 70/30 switch huh haha I have done that it bounced off a car run over a stand and flipped over before I got it shut down....mine was 8s xmaxx lol

[@braydenroy4047]

I luv u guys I made my stand out of ductape and legos

[@ShiazVivek]

I am sold

[@ChicagoBears2121]

Buying this now! Great review!

[@itchyprince3793]

I gotta go full BLT. Just seems right.

[@hemitj]

This looks like a really nice stand, finally!

[@troyflanagan4237]

What about putting my Truck on top of the box i bought it in and keep it away from my heater and put it in my closet or just put it back in the box with 4 wood blocks to keep the shocks upright both front and back and my closet is six feet away from my heater plus i have a ceiling fan and air conditioning

[@shanemouton7606]

BLT all the way man!

[@gavinsisca7253]

I switch something on my radio once while I was binding an esc and it took off across the table hit a glass of water and poured all over my moms apple computer and ruined it 🥶😢

[@codyrunsfast1]

#3 was the reason I ended up buying one, haha.

[@og7173]

This is cool because I have a traxxas slash but I don’t think I could put my xmaxx on there 😂

[@gamercat7004]

I remember it happened to my slash and had my remote on and tapped the throttle and it launched to the floor upside down and was the first day when I got it.

[@james.d.8044]

I love the Recreations!!!

[@jakethole]

Bretts awesome love his comedy.

[@jst4kicks568]

Yeah I need 1 of those. Add to cart soon.

[@tenncutt]

I use a foam block for yoga or some crap that the wife was throwing away. I like yours better

[@armoredsaint007]

Will it fit a Losi Super Baja Rey 2.0?

[@rickcrawford6288]

BUT WILL IT WORK WITH A MONSTER TRUCK BET YOU DIDN'T TRY THAT OUT...

[@never-stock-rc2968]

Why does Brett remind me of Brian kinwald?

[@tenzinggoertzen4779]

will it slip off the stand how sturdy on it is it

[@bmastrgaming7340]

Watch this stand is 400 dollars lol

[@Shaun-hp2yz]

no blt means bacon lettuce tomato

[@StefsEngineering]

Didn't make those mistakes yet, I guess it is because I started the RC hobby with model helicopters and from a safety point it is VERY important to do setup without blades. It just carried over to the other model types, planes without propellers, cars without wheels. a 6S 8th scale car will make some serious mess and can be dangerous. now imagine a 600 size heli that accidentally gets flipped to idle up.

[@layknlyons8714]

#BLT

[@dang3402]

How about 1/7 Mojave ?

[@oz1141]

I like to free ball

[@TrashCanNinja87]

Should go around and ask staff for the best blt acronym i will start boomer lawn tractor

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Ha! Good one. -Brett

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

That's cool

[@andyphillips2530]

I use tires😂

[@jamesmclintock8047]

Kill me!!!

[@josemorales2817]

BLT Boiz