Best Traxxas Slash 2WD unboxing video - Everything you need to know

[@mrchapis1]

Im a first timer, and So far, this is the most useful video on the slash I've came across so far.

[@Stingerlv]

Been researching for first RC and your video which is very informative has confirmed my direction as to a good vehicle to get started with. Thanks for all your input and instruction.

[@ayeslump]

First big league car for me and my wife thanks for breaking everything down!

[@SnarkyRC]

I've always called it a Radio or Transmitter since the late 80s. Controller sounds like something you would use with a video game. My Slash is well over 10 years old and still runs great. I've had many other Slashes in past but, I've always kept my Chad Hord edition. It's my favourite paint scheme. I use a Futaba receiver with an internal antenna. It's much more convenient.

[@TheRichardfortin]

Just bough a 2wd second hand Slash along with sand tires, can't wait to try it in the snow!

[@Speedslays]

Its ass in the snow

[@SnarkyRC]

A 4x4 RC is way better in the snow.

[@lindasoutner279]

Just got a slash like that used. I knew the battery mode setting...had no idea why it wouldnt go in reverse...thanks...race mode. That works for me. Im in pa as well!

[@philiplibby7536]

How much does a used one go for?

[@petya5314]

@@philiplibby7536 Almost like a new one in my country idk why

[@xHoosierDaddy85]

So glad I have found your videos. You are very clear on what people need to know for beginners. Your mudboss racing videos are entertaining also thank you

[@anthonykennedy229]

thank you so so much for the video i just bought a shash! this was a grade video thanks again

[@rynnalord1]

Freakin awesome thank you for showing me how to calibrate the battery so the light turns green and saves my batteries

[@peterthomas921]

I also noticed when you were charging your lipo it was on the fast mode. I would recommend charging it on the balance mode to keep the cells balanced and avoid the battery puffing and maybe even exploding.

[@OvalRC]

I charge in balance mode before every race day

[@Keijotti]

thank you i was worried that i wouldnt come with tools but with you i figured that it comes with tools :)

[@tomkruze2749]

Excellent video. I’m going to start with this truck. In the 80s I had a Tamiya Hornet and Fox. With Futaba controllers. Wish I kept them but sold everything when I left for the Airfirce in 1991. Gonna start with a RTR unit this time. Going to see if my 9year old son likes it before I dump big $$$ into it.

[@SnarkyRC]

I've been running Futaba radios since the late 80s and still do today. No one else compares in quality to Futaba.

[@spadds]

Hi buddy. Great video, thanks for posting. I just got my slash only 4 days ago after abstaining for 32 years from RC cars. All I can say is WOW!!!! They came a long way. Your video hit the nail on the head on many points for me as I got my slash home and unboxed it! NICE is really how they are straight out the box. How lucky are we to be able to get brand new kit like this! I'm still running in 50% training mode as this beats the crap out of anything mildly available in 1988........ why rush to go to 100%!? I'm actually finding the 50% speed in smaller spaces more rewarding technically than blasting up an down open spaces flat out! Thanks and stay safe.

[@OvalRC]

yeah right.. my first car was 1985.. from bolink, what a difference

[@SpellboundStats]

It drives similarly to the old Tamiya Monster Beetle

[@wescat2]

Great video. Covered a lot of good info for someone new to RC. My daughter just got her 2WD Slash last week and loves it.

[@TheBayAYK]

Very good video for a beginner. Battery charging now and will be taking it out for a spin in the morning.

[@skubb02able]

Good video! Can't wait to get mine in a few days.

[@logansportpilotrp8174]

ok so now to change out the shocks,wheels/tires,add sway bar,change axles to mip cvd,and also dont forget to change out the motor and esc.

[@jdmikeg4]

The default suspension settings are way too soft. First thing I did was change the shock mounting postions to the farthest out (holes closest to the wheels) it will angle the shocks more and make the feel stiffer. Then after wards, add spacers accordingly.

[@c.r.mccloud9452]

Thank you for the video. Its very informative and helpful for a newbie.

[@richardbarton7365]

Just opened my 2WD SLASH and I had questions as I'm very new to RC.

[@gear21clothingco.75]

Had my Slash bout 3 weeks. Waiting on a replacement servo now from Traxxas. Probably need to upgrade to metal. Nice video. I’m just getting into the RC world. Love it though.

[@briang2914]

same

[@bradytatom4657]

Sameee

[@bradytatom4657]

I had mine for a good 3 weeks now but I broke mine the first 24 hours

[@SnarkyRC]

Traxxas electronics are junk. You'd be off getting a cheap metal gear servo from Amazon.

[@Onesixcruz]

Very informative video im a rookie and this is big help thanks boss.

[@yeetyeet8279]

Standard and race are the same except that race mode has no reverse I thought mine was broken great video btw

[@xojeffroxo]

thanks gr8 vid wish saw this vidieo first before learned a lot

[@timothyshaner8926]

They say the battery and charger come with the RTR Slash 2WD

[@SoopaKoopa]

Great video.

[@joellajuett1060]

We're long time dirt stock car enthusiasts, but very new to RC. My son and I watch your videos and hope to see you at a race some day . Excellent info and presentation. If your run anywhere neer upstate central ny lmk. We're all about the mudboss!!

[@OvalRC]

I have some friends and family in upstate NY that run Mudboss.. I have some videos coming up "how to build a mudboss" I hope it will answer any questions you have

[@brandontroyer2775]

I would really like to get into this hobby

[@OvalRC]

Call Modelbahn Ott hobbies. We use the Traxxas Slash 2wd. All the info is listed in the description of the video.

[@officialclownbusiness7788]

Joel LaJuett do you ever go to Racing City Hobbies in South Glens Falls?

[@TRYtoHELPyou]

Outstanding overview. TKS for sharing!

[@voorheeslaz70voorhees12]

One of the best unboxing and review, maybe the BEST one on KZbin. U explained everything I’m just getting into the RC world like literally this week haha I bought the Traxxas Bigfoot 1 on Tuesday and last night my hun got me the Traxxas Slash 2wd i haven’t taken out yet soon tho. Anywho I just subbed to ur channel. Thanks for sharing such an awesome video. ✌🏼👏🏼from Denver Colorado

[@markmathews5117]

Thanks for the video.. I think I want a brushless.. LOL

[@abelsolis6460]

What happens if you don’t turn it on low voltage mode??

[@erikwitts7187]

very informative i was wondering whether to get this or not but i’m going to get it!

[@OvalRC]

i bought probably 5 slashes by now. I still use my first one i bought to race with.

[@SofaKingJohnny]

Great info.

[@stephenwise734]

Very Good, Learned A lot.

[@austinharrell2821]

I lost my antenna cover , should I wait to ride it?

[@Chromoking]

I never got the thing that keeps the antenna from coming off does anybody know the piece name or number item

[@RCJOE]

Nice unboxing 👍🏻👍🏻

[@OvalRC]

Thanks!

[@bobtierney6946]

It may not be "the best" RC truck. That depends on what you want and what you expect out of it. But for sure it is the best supported brand of RC.

[@ruble1x157]

Cool video

[@OvalRC]

Thank You!

[@Kngzay]

I just bought mine today

[@tudorg22]

I serchead for a video like this for like 2 months, thank you!! Great video!! Edit: i bought the same car (58034-1) and it came with two batteries and a charger.

[@tudorg22]

@Fusion if you are a beginner i recommend the 2wd version, if not the 4wd

[@billypln9927]

So, if I buy a brand new traxxas slash 2wd, it will come ready for run, with batteries and charger?

[@tudorg22]

@@billypln9927 it depends where u buy it and if u buy it ready to run edition

[@billypln9927]

I found brand new on ebay and it says it is ready to run

[@tudorg22]

@@billypln9927 then it should be idk man I am not an expert

[@davidrenaldo9429]

I got my slash a month ago first it didn’t have plastic on the body there was only one tag on it for the esc not for suspension and it had a left rear broken hub carrier. Took six days to get a replacement for the hub and when it came they sent me two rear a arms wtf. Then another six to finally get the hub carrier and didn’t send stock sent me two rpm ones I was ok with that. But 12 days before I could even put a battery threw it. Not a good start.

[@robertarraiza]

Great video helped alot

[@CarlosDelaoGunEngraver]

well done!

[@andrewyork8513]

Great stuff

[@OvalRC]

Thanks!

[@erikwitts7187]

great video

[@jeffonquest1001]

What size Allen keys are included?

[@telykk]

I have a question my slash 2wd is flashing red and green I’m using a 3s 5000mah battery is it to powerful for the car

[@telykk]

I already calibrated it so many times but keeps flashing red and green

[@law_naturals]

Does the race mode on the esc give any extra power?

[@daviddelgado5275]

Quick question are the new traxxas slash the same thing when it comes to setting the esc?

[@SGTDBL007]

Good vid

[@sw3rve159]

I’m not using a lipo battery is it the same?

[@JoelDino]

Very helpful, Sir. We bought the brushless version. Did everything you covered more or less apply? Thank you!

[@valium4016]

Joel Dino everything is the same besides the motor and esc. But yes, every covered applies to your brushless one. Have fun👍🏻

[@cooperkisler801]

Mine will not go forward or reverse but it can turn what can I do to fix this?

[@jasoncolindres1153]

Just bought one, when I turn the remote on the light on the remote it blinks red. It seems like I’m setting it up wrong. Any help?

[@MrMendes666]

You need new batteries for the remote.

[@dominicj5282]

Can you guys help me out please what type of battery should I get if I want to be able to go fast on pavement and grass?

[@XavierHarrison]

The blue stick well not go down into the black thing at the end of the antenna

[@dumbarian9265]

You have to put more force its not ganna brake the antenna

[@johnm9279]

Just received my slash ultimate the other day and I’m impressed with it. I’m sure you meant to have published this video in December not January.

[@corneliusoswaldstoffer1455]

Your a nice guy

[@trd-ricky6904]

Is this battery better than the 7cell 3000mah battery ? Thats the one that came in my car but wanna upgrade to have longer run time should i get the 2 cell lipo 5000mah or 5800mah ?

[@OvalRC]

2 cell 5800 will give you almost twice the run time.. The "mah" is your gas tank.. bigger the number, longer the run time.. the bigger the "c" rating the bigger burst of energy you will have although i found to be less noticeable. hope that helps..

[@Speedslays]

Lipo for life.

[@gabehuson934]

Idk what’s wrong with my / because I just bought a lipo for mine I switched it to lipo mode but when I give it throttle the esc light turns off and the car doesn’t move when I let off it lights back up the steering still works it just won’t move. Can someone tell me what’s wrong do I need a new motor or somthing

[@eladiaz7613]

Does the same apply to the 4wd version?

[@losdiegospro7798]

Hi, this car, don't not have charger? Thanks

[@OvalRC]

this model does not come with a battery or charger

[@overcomecross9843]

Why is my controller blinking red and green

[@BLACKBOX1004]

nice👍👍

[@salemabdulla5053]

I dont know to turn on my truck now i know

[@blowinzotwitayn]

well i don’t have a lipo battery i have a nimh

[@jaystevens427]

No Duracell?!?

[@zeyadalkhanbashi7795]

Please help me to order like this from original website I’m from Saudi Arabia

[@Rcking5111]

Can you put it on 3s

[@OvalRC]

no

[@Rcking5111]

Ok

[@ClayEnnisMusic]

just unboxed mine and the esc doesn’t do anything, no light, nothing. help?

[@jaxonhighfill4641]

Did you plug a battery in and press the on button

[@solomonmitchell6048]

Is the chassis metal?

[@officialclownbusiness7788]

Solomon Mitchell no. It's plastic.

[@LordDecrepido]

How haunted is your house?

[@rc.obsession8207]

Hey, does the truck preform better in race mode than standard mode? Or does standard mode just give it reverse.

[@OvalRC]

no difference in performance

[@rc.obsession8207]

Oval RC thanks

[@nsvaluto48328]

Was that the XL-5 speed controller it can run lipo with a mode switch?

[@ohcustomsr6311]

It has a lipo mode on it and it can run only 2s

[@Speedslays]

Other then racing why would this be proffered to a 4x4?

[@daniomyte]

speed slays tbh a 4x4 is much better, it's just the 4x4 is almost 2 times as expensive

[@maximk.3194]

no

[@santiagoguillen3543]

Try use appropiate light yo make any video. Your hands are the most viewed part in the hole video, common sense please!

[@aidenmccammon2232]

i drove for 15 minutes and my engine caught on fire

[@firedawg1998]

Wow. You defisntley got a dud motor. My sons monster truck is still using his original. It's been used for 3 seasons. Sometimes used as a crawler but mostly indoors as his juniors class race truck. It's been overheated many many times and just keeps trucking. I bought a spare just in case years ago and it's still sitting on the shelf. Hope u got a replacement under warranty

[@valium4016]

Motor*

[@obs.vanness1604]

firedawg1998 I can’t seem to keep Titans working. I’ve only had bad luck with them getting hot as hell. Ran it on a 2s lipo. Guess I’m to hard on them. I’ll never have an xl5 in my main vehicle but I’d definitely own one