Best R/C Upgrades & Accessories for your new RTR Car or Truck

[@off-roadrcaddict4572]

As a total novice to the RC crawler scene, I've watched loads of excellent videos and listed weaknesses in my particular rigs and made the adjustments needed 😎👍

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great research. It'll put you way ahead to have as much knowledge as possible, and KZbin is an amazing resource. If there is anything beyond that we can help with, let me know! -Brett

[@PeterOekvist]

"you can't drive a broken car" Sensei has spoken. Love your content!

[@AnythingButOnes]

Super useful for someone who is just starting like me! Thanks man!

[@bluavalanchez71]

On the traxxas ID comnector, you can use any battery that has the traxxas connector on it within the voltage limits. The ID part is more for charging the battery and using the traxxas chargers.

[@Donobansan]

Hello from Australia! This is exactly the kind of video I've been looking for, skill info wise and presentation wise. My first RC car (WLToys a979) arrives next week and I'm keen to slowly learn about RC cars. Subscribed. Thank you!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Greetings from California! Thanks for watching. -Brett

[@dylanwhite6539]

I know some people are probably gonna be skeptical about you guys recommending your own house brand servo but I gotta say the ecopower 120t is an awesome servo. I use it in place of dual servos in my erevo 2.0 with a castle bec and it’s wild for the price. I don’t think I’ll be able to go back to RTR servos again, best upgrade I made to my erevo.

[@STEVOD313]

U mean to tell me my RPM blower does not make my RC have more horsepower???? LOL Awesome brotha! Happy Holidays!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, your's does Stevo, it's just current models ;) -Brett

[@Krideezy]

Yeah I don' think this guy has any idea what he's talking about in the video.... :p

[@waddayabuying5258]

Yo 8s steve

[@MarkSmith-lm9yo]

@@Krideezy llll

[@SanchezOKelly]

For the traxxis connector to the battery - you could also just as easily make an adapter and not void your warranty.

[@thegamingsnake7535]

SanchezOKelly traxxAs

[@rj1402]

The helped me as a complete newbie

[@Ya_boiray]

The stickers still add power right???

[@tabdougherty8549]

I enjoy your content.Thank you, for the entertainment!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Thanks tab! We appreciate you watching. -Brett

[@kcmullins6179]

I had no idea y'all owned hobbytown usa lol. I bought a element Enduro Trail walker a few days ago on hobbytown usa website and I get a email from them and also y'all lol that's pretty neat lol

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Very cool! We help run and maintain the HobbyTown website for them, but we don't own it; it's more like a partnership. -Brett

[@alexstrobel2670]

Great video as always Brett.

[@The_RC_Dude]

I would also recommend a good sturdy, somewhat lightweight (doesn't have to be carbon fiber or titanium, remember!) bumper, as this will most likely pay for itself from all those part bills. The way I see it, a bumper pretexts most of you r front suspension, including the arms, hub carriers, all of those things. It is also usually cheaper then upgrading all of your front suspension components. Of course, it won't make your car bullet proof, as if you hit something hard with one of the front wheels at a weird angle, you probably will break something, unless your bumper curves around the front wheels, go-kart style. I found that a bumper can also put your mind a peace, without a bumper, I was constantly worried about wrecking my car, and having to buy new parts and install them. When I let someone else drive my car, it was even worse, I was clenching my teeth and cringing whenever they hit anything. It could just be me overreacting though...

[@sylvainster30]

Great video for newbies out there! 👍🏼 have a great 2020 guys over at Amain! ✌🏼😎👍🏼

[@304.cummins7]

Are upgraded servos plug n play?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes, typically you can unplug the old servo from the receiver port 1 (steering), and plug in the new servo to the same port. Typically you have to readjust the steering trim adjustment on the transmitter if the new servo center point is different than the old servo, and recenter the steering. If it's your first time picking out a servo I recommend you give us a call or consult an R/C friend for guidance. -Brett

[@griffintalbott-swain1715]

HAHAHAHA the Confucius supposed quote got me lol

[@williamshimmin2854]

What tires are you putting on the E-Revo around 5:25 ? I’ve been looking for good on road tires for mine and haven’t been able to find anything that is the right size.

[@joeyfesta2042]

Ty.I took a few screenshots of the servo & on-road tires I’m going to need.Your site is very informative and for that,I 🙏 thank you.

[@rodrigoborgneth]

I liked the Confucius part.

[@aggelosvelissarakos599]

im about to get some proline badlands i heard there all terrain and in a mix road and off road kind of driver

[@AlexisGarcia-mz3ry]

Would be great if i could de some of these but they no longer sell parts for my brushed raider

[@nicc2366]

You definitely deserve a sub! Also I kinda struggle finding the correct wheels and tires for my rc car but I’ll find them eventually. I’m kinda new to rc cars but I just upgraded my wltoys 10409 to brushless and it’s a beast but when I click the accelerator sometimes it doesn’t stat and just does a tr TR TRRR noise and then starts and goes but people have been telling me that it’s quite normal in fact it doesn’t affect the driving and happens rarely but just wanted to know if it’s actually a problem. Amazing video, keep it up!

[@infomutt2339]

Very informative video brett ...nice!!!

[@cmtvlogs9118]

Ever heard of a maverick strata xt nice truggy would recommend a review please

[@Carlosrap36505]

Where can i get a body shell like the one of the video, the ford f100 69

[@KryptoDaKidd]

A bone stock rc, if I upgrade just the steering servo, driveshaft and upgrade to metal transmission do I need to upgrade the motor as well?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, you shouldn't. -Brett

[@KryptoDaKidd]

@@AMain_Hobbies thanks a lot.

[@germanrcdriver39]

Storytime: I was out driving rc with my friend (1:10th scale onroad), mine was on 3s lipo (aggressive!) and i crashed with 60kmh into my friends car. The nimh that i lent him and was in it, flew out, and with it the tamiya plug from the battery. So i thought just solder a t plug on so he can run my 3s lipos. All my lipos run on t plugs and my cars too

[@jeffreyhay2610]

Brett; nice job I think time you ask for a pay raise

[@wheelsgears4857]

My favorite battery is the venoms and the proteks

[@mikejurnak0324]

I use Traxxas id on my Traxxas (Slash4x4,Rustler4x4) and Spectrum on my Arrma's (Voltage,Typhon) mainly because I have the id charger and I know spectrum batteries charge on it with $4 adapter

[@monteman59]

Great video on up grades 👍

[@mjolnirracer8088]

I just ordered a Arrma Senton V3 mega, I'm looking for a LiPo battery but I'm not sure what type of connector the vehicle uses

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It should be the IC3 connector, which is also compatible with the EC3 connector; so find a battery with either and it should work. This battery should work for example: www.amainhobbies.com/spektrum-rc-2s-smart-lipo-hard-case-battery-pack-w-ic3-connector-7.4v-5000mah-spmx50002s30h3/p802492 -Brett

[@mjolnirracer8088]

@@AMain_Hobbies thank you I'll check out 😁

[@NCMATT]

Mamba x 3800kv 6s great up Grade

[@TerraRyzin78]

How is the Song called? It's so cool

[@rcpete7055]

Do amain ask you to make these videos? Just curious 👍🏻 Ps really appreciate content 😊

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yeah, we want to create r/c videos to help and educate customers, or anyone interested in R/C who would like to watch. R/C is what we love. -Brett

[@maliquejoseph867]

That blower looks cool where can i get it

[@paulclancy2404]

Proline

[@SCOTTDIESELCRAZY]

What’s the best controller / handset I’ve got a mst rmx 2.0 and I don’t no what servo or handset to upgrade to thanks also esc and motor

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hey Scott. Nice car! The RMX 2.0 is a lot of fun to get sideways in. I have the FXX-D but it doesn't drive like the RMX. I can help you with some electronics though. To get you rolling, I'd recommend a Brushless and Sensored motor & ESC system for smooth operation, like this 17.5T Hobbywing system: www.amainhobbies.com/hobbywing-xr10-justock-sensored-brushless-esc-sd-g2.1-motor-combo-17.5t-hwa38020241/p784984 Here is the same system with a 13.5T motor for a little more wheel speed: www.amainhobbies.com/hobbywing-xr10-justock-sensored-brushless-esc-sd-g2.1-motor-combo-13.5t-hwa38020240/p784983 Basic servo: www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-100t-standard-digital-high-torque-metal-gear-servo-ptk-100t/p228478 Steering Gyro (you need in a drifter): www.amainhobbies.com/mst-lsd-3.0-rs-gyro-mxs-841012/p689801 Transmitter system: www.amainhobbies.com/sanwa-airtronics-mx6-fhe-3channel-2.4ghz-radio-system-snw101a32561a/p754115 These electronics are kind of starting points to get your rolling, with more advanced items available out there. I'm not sure what your budget is, or what you're after, but the items I linked to are great options that would serve your RMX 2.0 well. Let me know if you have any other questions. -Brett

[@AM562]

AMain Hobbies what is the best battery besides li-po. Because the people I live with won’t allow li-po batteries do to fires hazard Also for speed for a Traxxas slash 2wd with a tamiya Super stock Rz motor

[@AMain_Hobbies]

A NiMH battery is next best option. A 7-Cell in your Slash would be great, you can also fit a 6-Cell NiMH in the Slash as well, but the 7-Cell will have more punch, or acceleration power. NiMH batteries are much easier to maintain than a LiPo, so maybe it's not such a bad thing. For your Slash, you will want a Traxxas battery if your Slash is using the Traxxas iD connector. This battery should fit: www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-series-4-7cell-stick-nimh-battery-pack-w-id-connector-8.4v-4200mah-tra2950x/p402528 Let me know what you think, and let me know if you're using that Traxxas iD connector; if you aren't, you have even more options available. -Brett

[@fredricklindstrom837]

Can anyone tell me if I could upgrade my DEERC remote control truck?

[@rc.obsession8207]

Is it okay to leave lipos charged overnight and for 7 more hours on top of that?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes and No. We recommend you do not charge any LiPo battery to 100% unless you are going to use it within a few hours. If you must charge the night before, be sure you have Balanced Charged the LiPo. When you charge to 100% the night before, the downside is the LiPo battery will experience some degradation from sitting idle at 100% full; and sometimes the LiPo will "puff" or swell. The degradation to the LiPo will be minimal, as long as you do not do this often. Don't make a habit of it in other words. Hope that helps! -Brett

[@rc.obsession8207]

AMain Hobbies thanks Brett! I always balance charge.

[@jamesmartinez1246]

How would you upgrade 4 wheel steering setup?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It's more common with crawlers, but commonly guys will add a second front axle to the rear end, and then add a second steering servo to it. This way, you can have independent front and rear steering. -Brett

[@claytondunlop248]

Great video....but what do u do if u cant afford thr rc u want

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Saving money is a powerful tool Clayton. My first hobby-grade R/C truck was earned working for my grandpa in the yard, stacking fire wood and hammering down deck nails. There was many hours of work, and many months of saving, but eventually that truck was mine! Saving and waiting will make your new R/C that much more special to you. You can do it too my friend. -Brett

[@BillKisel]

Informative video. Thanks. In what category would you put a mod such as venting tires and closing up the rim vent holes? BTW, does AMain sell that little brass tubing drill bit that I see people on YT using to drill nice clean vent holes in their tires?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Maybe a little in the performance and durability categories. I think of the venting mod as a preventative measure to preserve the current performance when operating in water/snow/mud/sand. But it not only preserves the performance, but also the electronic efficiency, to keep temperatures safe, and prevent electronic failure. Great mod to keep in mind! -Brett

[@lincolnquilty3464]

How can I tell if I can use lipo with nicd

[@AMain_Hobbies]

LiPo and NiCd are two different battery chemistries and should not be used together. -Brett

[@austinmeadows3817]

who makes the 67 f100 truck body?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Not sure. Here take a look; this is what I could find for '67 F100: www.amainhobbies.com/search?s=1967+f100+body -Brett

[@alfourlas1779]

Hallo Brett, I know I'm a bit late but I have some questions about rc`s I currently don't have an rc but I really consider buying one. I would like to buy the "wltoys 12428". Do you know if it's a good beginner rc? Would you suggest it to a beginner? What do you think that I should ubgrade first? I would like to make it a bit faster and buy a brushless motor but idk whether it would work with the controller and the rest of the electronics is there any solution to that?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Sorry, the wltoys models are not within our realm of r/c. If you serious about getting into the hobby, a proper hobby-grade vehicle will serve you best with replacement parts and future upgrades. The Traxxas Slash, Bandit, Stampede and Rustler are all great. Any of the Arrma 3S BLX vehicles are great as well. The Kyosho Fazer Mk2 vehicles are also great options. There are also rock crawler under $200 that are great trucks, like the Tioga: www.amainhobbies.com/team-associated-cr12-tioga-trail-truck-rtr-1-12-4wd-rock-crawler-white-blue-asc40006/p1265477 -Brett

[@alfourlas1779]

@@AMain_Hobbies OK thanks!

[@jasonwilliams74]

Great video! Very informative when im looking to upgrade my slash 4x4! Durability and suspension parts for me. Will the lcg parts bolt on my base 4x4 model?

[@paulclancy2404]

Just a arm's suspension get rpm

[@dylanwhite6539]

I would highly recommend the lcg kit. Lcg is much better handling.

[@matthewrustia4874]

Is the eco power servo good for crawlers

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yeah, great with 1/10 scale crawlers. We use them in our studio trucks because their waterproof, bring the torque, and their inexpensive. They're also high voltage if your system can take advantage of that. -Brett

[@sebastianhawpe812]

Or U can jut replace the servo gear in the rtr car/ truck from plastic to metal

[@johngrant1337]

good video

[@Officialjimibaur]

I have a 2014 ecx torment 2wd,could I strap a 3s lipo onto it ?

[@edgiestofcars]

all things wild if the esc is rated for it and the motor can handle it

[@Officialjimibaur]

@@edgiestofcars thanks

[@edgiestofcars]

all things wild no problem

[@marlonrakosi9579]

cann someone pls give the link for the weights

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Which weights? www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-self-stick-chassis-weight-strip-2-120g-4.2oz-ptk-8380/p-qeaxqzuqgm2xactz -Brett

[@marlonrakosi9579]

@@AMain_Hobbies thx

[@colemanbinyon7063]

I got a 4s blx arrma on a 2wd slash.

[@brandonbunn978]

Do you ever break the roll pin on the slipper shaft? I run 6s and I'm constantly tearing the transmission down to repair the slipper shaft.

[@colemanbinyon7063]

@@brandonbunn978 my yolks are my weak point. They break before anything else happens. What motor are you running? I would tighten down the slipper. Is it a 2wd slash or something else?

[@brandonbunn978]

It's a 2wd slash. I have the slipper tightened all the way. The motor is too strong to run it loosened, it will just burn the slipper pads up. It's a Poseidon 2200kv. St racing makes an upgraded slipper shaft with a solid pin. I may try that.

[@brandonbunn978]

I run the extreme heavy duty traxxas drive shafts. They hold up pretty well for the price. I've bought $60 sets and broke em so I'll stick with plastic.

[@colemanbinyon7063]

@@brandonbunn978 I saw you KZbin channel and it your car look like mine but mine is built with a higher percentage of zip-ties. I have a 2400kv. Do you think I can run 6s on that with a really good cooling system?

[@mikejurnak0324]

Eco 120 wp 💪

[@paulspeiser4882]

Does Amain ship to the UK

[@mikepetersen8585]

They do, but you’ll pay £££ for it. I’m uk based, and regularly shop at amain, but have items delivered to American based colleagues that routinely come to the uk for work. Brilliant service, great selection simply not available here.

[@redneckgearheadgarage495]

Ok, does he remind anyone else of the snowman off smoky and the bandit in this video?

[@ktm65ccsx89]

for a rc car is 70+ fast or no

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's very fast! -Brett

[@skagerstrom]

... and all of a sudden your 500 dollar hobby turned into a 1500 dollar hobby :P

[@estheban2352]

What’s the rc car on the thumbnail

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It's just some 1/10 touring car. Not sure the specific model. The body, hood blower, wheels and tires are all custom. -Brett

[@andy2more475]

The first thing I do is great a cheap body to take the damaged.

[@cactuscat8009]

4:03 🤭

[@Alienvisitor007]

I just want it all so im of to the bank to get a mortgage. You forgot to mention that it costs a lot of money to do all this ;)

[@1peanut]

them kids were all stoked and then seen the box said Traxxas. Buzzkill.

[@Voltmander]

I got back into rc cars last summer and just switched from touring cars to a used traxxas 2wd slash and immediately started to throw out the stock tires with some softer compound tires for the snow

[@rattlehead7281]

Traxxas is good.

[@sixcolors4226]

I love my TRX4 Chassis Kit! Love painting bodies and 3D Printing scale details for it!

[@connorkubilus8044]

😂😂😂

[@johnnycash7803]

My upgraded 4x4 slash out lasts everyone when bashing easily

[@rcpete7055]

Is this a call in show 😊😊🤩 lol phone

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Ha! No, it was used for our Wishlist Giveaway videos. Have you seen that video? We call customers and buy all items in their wishlist, then send it to them. Here it is if you want to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qV6Uoauug6h8pqs&lc=Ugw_vdeDLjFoYoOAjXp4AaABAg -Brett

[@Nathan-tu3uu]

Why does this only have 280 likes

[@TrueNomadSkies]

Can't drive a broken car? I feel that was a well played jab at 1:1 scale car people hahahah

[@julioc4635]

Lol the phone

[@SnarkyRC]

No offense Amain but , Brett's old channel was better.

[@luftwaffle6701]

KodeKraft RC what is his old channel?

[@SnarkyRC]

@@luftwaffle6701 BBowenRC