For future reference. Putting the tip of a soldering gun on those set screws on the Pinon gear for a minute or so releases that glue and they come out real easy. Be careful though it will be really hot.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yeah there are great tips, I haven't found that to work so great but that may also be the tip of the soldering iron. I'll order and new tip and try again. Thanks for the info! Have a lovely evening. 😊👍
@NeoIsrafil3 жыл бұрын
True, they superglue or locktite certain screws on them to keep em together. Depends on which they had on hand at the time.
@kennethgomez43153 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried the soldering iron yet I just use a torch 🤣🤣
@lextex32803 жыл бұрын
I'm quite new to the rc world, and I was pretty impressed with this car with the brushed motor, now with the brushless system, you have definitely turned it into a little beast. Great video 📹.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes it's amazing how a motor change can transform a car. What I'm most impressed with is that we had a total of four days of filming, testing, jumping, rolling and crashing. Oh forgot when Colin threw it into a boulder. And not one thing has broken. Or bent! (other than tyres and they were never supposed to go at double the speed). That's impressive for any car but even more so when you consider its also handled the higher speeds meaning more energy in jumps and crashes. 😂 I've been converted with this car. Yes it's not 1:10th, but everything else is impressive! Have a great day!
@lextex32803 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC I think my mind is made up about my about the budget basher I have been looking for. Thanks for the reply and advice, have a great day yourself.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
If you need anything, just shout.
@lextex32803 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC awesome, thank you..
@williamthompson823 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid I love that you do these I have 2 wltoys cars I got the a979b when I got back into the hobby and your video's helped me with upgrading it
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya and that's great to hear. Wltoys are great to start back into the hobby.
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
Another great video John. I didn't really like that truck at first but it's growing on me after seeing that lol😁
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
I know right! 😉😂😂
@Lekkah6663 жыл бұрын
Same, don't care for the looks that much; but at least in this video it looks to be pretty driveable off-road. Seems happy with it's new internals
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I regret not putting the receiver with the gyro in while on the gravel as I think this truck is perfect for it. I'll try and get some footage tomorrow and upload it as long as its improved of course. 😉😊
@Lekkah6663 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC nah just upload the video anyways,😄 give your brutal honest opinion on that dumbass little gyro.😂 If it brings even a little improvement; it'll be worth it..😂😬
@adrianpilbeam74033 жыл бұрын
Cracking video as always mate. That thing is an animal on 3s and tough as nails too...
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah well cool. Loving it now. Its got personality! 😎😁😁😁 Thanks for watching and have an awesome day!
@NeoIsrafil3 жыл бұрын
Ooh! You have the same screwdriver set i have and love! Surpass hobby has a servo, 60A esc, 4k brushless motor combo that works GREAT with either 2 or 3s and goes into all the wltoys cars 12th scale or greater. My 3s 104001 does >50mph. I run out of room trying to get faster but shes got gas to go.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah for sure the Surpass Hobby fits well in anything really. 50 mph is a great speed. 😊👍
@DanjaBis3 жыл бұрын
The 3660 2600kv size of these motors is one of my favourite cheap brushless motors. So much power.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya Dan and couldn't agree mate! Great budget motors and esc with lots of power! Thanks for watching! Have a great Sunday!
@VesuviusRC3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I put 3650 pretty much everywhere too. :)) I think this car has a point of gravity slightly too high, you may fix the front flipping by lowering the trim, or with a small (~75 grams) ballast on the tail, or with different (foam) tyres. When lowering the brake power to the bare minimum was not enough all these solutions worked for me. Gave you a sub!
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya and thanks for the comment and tips. I honestly think it was just my strong brake but I will test your solutions. Thanks a lot. Have an awesome day!
@ricardoassuncao78713 жыл бұрын
Good afternoon. great video...please advise about battery life in this setting. time of use and battery used. 2S and 3S. thanks. David from Perth west oz RC made the upgrade with a 3100KV motor. What is better??
@arcaderacer5862 жыл бұрын
Love the video! Great real time upgrade! Question. I have 2 of the 104009’s and both of them started making loud gear grinding noises after we started doing small jumps in the yard . We have broken a few cvds etc but the grinding is new. Easy fix? Any help is appreciated?
@patkowalczyk13 жыл бұрын
so much power the tires go from being squared to rounded from the centrifugal force as seen in the on board cam
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
I know right. Both days with 3s 11.1v batteries the tyres were ripped off. Thank god I have the world's strongest tyre glue! 😂😂😂🙏
@Bowjeng Жыл бұрын
After change to brushless system, how about the light? Can fix like original?
@JohnRobinsonRC Жыл бұрын
No I am sorry. You would need to change the connector.
@Bowjeng Жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC what type of connector? And then connect to what? Receiver?
@JohnRobinsonRC Жыл бұрын
@user-nz4ib3qi6y yes to the receiver where it gets it's power from. Problem i have is that my receiver is missing from my car. Cannot remember why. So maybe if the receiver that comes with it is OK, then you won't need to swap connectors.
@felipe17762 жыл бұрын
start that engine on Eachine Eat11, I have one and I'm curious to know how it goes
@SURCs3 жыл бұрын
Hell you did the same stupid funny thing like I did to my metal eagle 1/12😂😂 You‘ve built a 1/12 monster. Great job.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha that's true. Didn't mean too but it just happened.... 😂😂😂😂
@mikeoleksa3 жыл бұрын
I've been using a refillable butane kitchen torch lighter to put direct heat on small spots like that grub screw. It does the trick and only cost about 20 USD. Of course, you need a can of butane refill, but for under 25 USD total it makes life much easier. They also make specific butane torches that cost a bit more, but the kitchen torch hasn't failed me yet. I imagine that the torch would last quite a while since it doesn't get used a lot, and the can of butane should last well over a year.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah just got the email. Thanks again! It's much appreciated!! Here is the link if others want to pick one up. www.amazon.com/dp/B089G4C69W/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_JZMP4CQA21T167E3SXHA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
@hilr013 жыл бұрын
Hi John, can you also post a link to the battery you used? Thank!
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes it's from Ampow.com 3000mAh 3s 11.1v with t-plug/deans connector. 😊👍
@hilr013 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC Thanks!
@liquidator133 жыл бұрын
Is it still possible to get the lights to work after the brushless conversion? Thanks
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes it is, I just have to get a servo three wire connector and connect the plus and minus to it from the lights. Then if you have a 3 or 4 ch transmitter you can turn them on and off as you desire. 😉👍
@liquidator133 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC u mind doing a video on this? I'm quite the beginner in this and I'm interested to try a brushless conversion but I do not want to lose the lights (1 of the reasons I got this model). Thanks for the quick reply!
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes I'll do one a little later. 😉👍
@liquidator133 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC awesome! Looking forward to it!
@marcoscaetano30693 жыл бұрын
Hey, How are you? Great vídeo, what is the name of the blue líquid, what you puted in the motor brushless? Where I buy them? Thx ✌️
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes sorry that's something I have mentioned before but did not on this occasion. At the time I did not have any thread lock so I used some of my wives nail polish. Works very well in fact. 😊🤣👌👍
@marcoscaetano30693 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC thx ✌️
@steveperson56862 жыл бұрын
Soldering iron helps with set screws and as far as stock tires on that terrain, I think with the added power from brushless, the need for light tires for heat reasons on the stock system no longer applies, and your climbing/crawling would see a major improvement from the added benefit of a more suitable tread pattern as well as foams/weight etc.
@WhatThatName26182 жыл бұрын
Hi John, Do you think that ESC, servo and motor of the 124017 brushless version 2 could be used to replace those on the 104009 ?
@eXo1732 жыл бұрын
Any cogging issues with this setup? How is the battery life on 2s and 3s?
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
Hiya. I am sure I answered your message already... Anyway no cogging issues no. Battery life on 2 and 3s is 11-13 minutes from what I remember. 😊
@Martin-pd1hv3 жыл бұрын
Get yourself a little blow torch for taking out grub screws that seems to work the best for me.
@Martin-pd1hv3 жыл бұрын
Just make sure its in a vice or you will obviously melt your fingers off
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Will do. Thanks soul much!
@victorng65883 жыл бұрын
104001, 104009 and 10428 (not 12428), which one will you choose if you can only buy one?
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
I think I would pick the 104009 as it can take a beating. Sorry for the late reply. Never showed up. ☹️
@stevemdelacruz56023 жыл бұрын
I just bought a butane deal for 5 99 works great
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Nice one! Love a good deal!
@arnaldofx1729 Жыл бұрын
Can a 3674 fit in there?
@JohnRobinsonRC Жыл бұрын
From my measurements yes it should just fit.
@gazifor2 жыл бұрын
What this is the battery you have used?
@bfvelitex65463 жыл бұрын
Hey man! I want to buy the brushless upgrade kit for my 144001 on banggod. It includes a motor a 120a esc a servo and a transmitter with reciever. Do you think I need to programm the esc? Or is it good to go like it is? Thank you
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Sometimes the full kits can be not as good as buying separately but if you think it's good then go for it. No need for a program card if you don't want.
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
I'd buy a programmer card bud. Only £5ish.they very skittish without programming I find.
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
Worth having for future projects 😃
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
@@adampsrcs3487 yeah it's worth having for sure, but if on a budget it's not required. You could wait in my opinion. I bought one and haven't used it on any car or setup. Must try and find it! 😂😂😂
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
Definitely nutty lol.need to get a receiver with gyro for my 124019 can't keep the thing straight at all.4370kv surpass init. Tore my tyres to shreds earlier today lol.and they taped and glued.. it's crazy.no more avoiding contact foams lol
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
4370kv! You are crazy man! Not surprising it Tore apart the tyres! Gyro for sure. I just wrote I'm going to try and get footage tomorrow of it on the gravel with the gyro to see if it improves it! I'm sure it will.
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC I've just been looking at these separate gyro modules for about £10-15 any idea if any good mate.looks like you plug it into existing receiver??
@adampsrcs34873 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC it is a real handful mate.need a lot of room. Gotta be pushing 85mph easy if I could keep it straight and keep the tyres from shredding lol
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yes I bought 2 for 4 euros each. They seem to work but I haven't gotten around to making a video yet. Can't go wrong at 4 euros though. 😉
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! Yeah. Going to glue the tyres now and see what speed we can get. 😁😁😁
@Welshrobb3 жыл бұрын
Thats crazy cool fun.. left a thumbs up 👍
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much buddy. 😊👍
@petercantremember2533 жыл бұрын
Good touch with the mask John your almost half good looking haha..All your videos look like Malta has the perfect weather do you have a spare room? lol That's quick for a big buggy like that..thanks for sharing mate
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
I know right! Masks seem to make everyone better looking! 😂😂 Yeah Malta has 300 days of sunshine apparently which helps a lot for making rc videos. Thanks for watching and have a great day. Kind regards, John.
@adriancuneo62992 жыл бұрын
Great informative video! Which camera are you using for the on board video? Is it a 360?
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
Hiya and thanks. Yes the Insta360 one r. 😊👍🏼
@S40TBS3 жыл бұрын
If soldering iron doesn't work to remove pinon grub screw put it on the gas ring of your cooker or camping stove
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya and yes thank you so much for that info. So obvious things that you don't alway think of. Thank you! 😊😊😊👍👍
@darkki943 жыл бұрын
Would this 3650 3900KV + ESC combo be good upgrade for a wltoys 124018 ?
@mitsmatsushita9941 Жыл бұрын
Have you ever replaced the supplied motor with a different 540 Brushed motor? My servo decided to replace all the elevtronics. I have a radio, reciever, servo and brushed ESC. My motor is pretty beatup so I am thinking about buying a Tamiya Sport Tuned 540 motor. Do you think it will run any different? Faster, Slower? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
@Dryk_13 жыл бұрын
Did you replace the original gear??, mine has broken diff gear, even though it still using stock motor. Nice vid btw
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. No I used the original gearing on this one. Did you grease your differentials? Sorry yours broke though. Hate when that happens. 😔😔
@dantetoscano21322 жыл бұрын
105009 or hosim 9155?
@perspectivemeditation76483 жыл бұрын
That bottom fitted battery compartment finna do wonders for the beast's centre of gravity hey John?
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah without doubt. I left it at home once though so that sucks but wow does the low battery help! Oh and fyi: instagram.com/p/CS8edB7qeN0/? 😁😁😂😂😂👍👍👍👍
@perspectivemeditation76483 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC Hey if your humble viewers can influence your lifestyle in a somewhat healthy manner, we'll do it😂👌
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! Yeah why not! 😁😁😁😁
@digeolrc8586 Жыл бұрын
What esc spec is it ?
@Lekkah6663 жыл бұрын
Seems this model takes this dirt and stone patch you Maltese call road pretty good compared to other(smaller?) RC cars you tested here👍😄
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yeah its doing great in its current form. I think once I glue the tyres back down it will be much better.
@robertwaters86603 жыл бұрын
Next time heated on your stove or get a small torch
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
You mean after I pulled it off? Yes that's also a good idea but sorting my soldering iron would be the best solution but if that doesn't work then your advice is next! 😊😊😁👍 Have a lovely evening. Kind regards. John. 😊👍
@sharkusd3 жыл бұрын
Nice truck and mods
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Good morning. Yes it's amazing how a little more speed can transform a car! 😁😁😁 Have a great day! 😀😊👍
@romisilvente16702 жыл бұрын
Buen video! Ahora parece un arma o traxxas. Va muy bien
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
Si va muy bien. ¡Gracias por ver!
@lornefrancis92313 жыл бұрын
How goes it my friend that thing is cool now .must be geared really low to crawl up that hill with 3900 kv motor You know what that means u can gear it way up lol
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
I know right! I thought the same thing! Wooohooo! 😁😁💭
@bfvelitex65463 жыл бұрын
Hi mate it's me again! I have a problem with my shocks on my 144001. When I compress the car and let go again the car doesn't come back to normal hight. It gets stuck a few centimeters lower than normal. Do you know how to fix this? Thanks like always, you're the best.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. Yeah it sounds like you either have air in the system or dirt. First you can try taking odd the spring and stretching it to double its length. Then put it back on and test again. If it returns to normal height you are done. Well done! 😂 If not you will have to open them and see. You can see clearly if fluid is missing or air in the system or of course dirt. If it's any of these then empty it out and refill with new oil. I fill to the top and move the shaft up and down a few times (not above the fluid) and then loosely put the cap on so the excess drops over the edge. So when you remove the cap the fluid looks like its just below the top. Wait for an hour for the air to escape and put the caps on. When you push the shaft in it should return by about 30%. That's perfect. Put it back together and you are done. Simple. Enjoy! Hope that helps.
@bfvelitex65463 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC thank you. I opened them today refilled them a bit and put them back together. There was no dirt in them but it can be possible that there was some air.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yes air is so hard to diagnose because as soon as you open them it of course escapes. But if its lots of bubbles it turns the oil a milky colour so if its not clear then it could have been air. If it is clear then let's hope the added oil fixes it. But you HAVE to leave the cap off for an hour as tiny air bubbles hide under the round plastic on the shaft so take your time and be patient. 😉😉😉😁⌚
@bfvelitex65463 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC yeah the oil was a bit milky
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Air it is. 😉
@normanlaw81913 жыл бұрын
Can't help but wonder.....'Allo Allo!' Fan?
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Uhm... Watched in when I was young but its been at least 26 years as that's the last time I lived in the UK. 😉😁
@richsmith68103 жыл бұрын
This could be a good option for me In the future, I'm looking at getting a truck/buggy of some sort but either they are super expensive or (rubbish) 🤣. Ive got a 124019 speed runner and a Maverick Strada Rx which I absolutely love but the thing just fills up with dirt whenever I take it off road which gets a bit annoying after a while
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yeah constantly cleaning and clearing a car becomes annoying after a while. Sometimes the hobby is just about driving and I for one sometimes forget that. Lately though I'm concentrating more about the experience than the footage or shots and feeling like I'm having fun again which important. I said on an earlier comment that after the 4 days of bashing and crashing and jumping the 104009 hasn't broken a thing. Tore the tyres off but that's the power. So for a pure cheap basher then this could be the one. Have a lovely evening and sorry for the late reply. Your comment was in the KZbin spam folder. 😞 Stay safe!
@richsmith68103 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC I absolutely agree with you there, Sometimes it's just about getting out and driving and enjoying the hobby. You are also 100% Right about having to clean the car out every time you use it. Definitely starts to wear a bit thin after a while. A basher is definitely on the cards for the future. Another enjoyable video 👍👍
@stekeel69933 жыл бұрын
John get some zd racing shocks 7359
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff. Thanks. I'll take a look. 😊👍
@stekeel69933 жыл бұрын
No problem mate just ordered some for the d7
@slysplasteringsly10123 жыл бұрын
Power
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@stevemdelacruz56023 жыл бұрын
Must get small torch
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Uhm.... Huh?
@redstarrgaming76543 жыл бұрын
Get a butane lighter, it will work better then a hair dryer
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Hiya. It wouldn't have worked this time as it would have melted the motor mount. It's ok to use when it's a metal mount though. 😊Have a great day! 😊😉👍
@klisklis7933 жыл бұрын
Its worthed to buy john??...or still waiting 124016
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Honestly I think it's bullet proof. It's not the fastest but for sure it's the strongest I have had on the channel. If you add brushless then it ticks a lot of boxes for not so much money.
@UncleGus2 жыл бұрын
I'd be surprised if that plastic spur gear survives long.
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
Well it's months later and still going strong. I just checked and no signs of wear. It's never really been a weak point with WLToys. Many other parts maybe, but not this. Have an awesome Sunday! 😊👍🏼
@UncleGus2 жыл бұрын
At the stock price point seems like HSP Brontosaurus is better value.
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
I don't own a HSP Brontosaurus so unfortunately I can't comment which is a better deal. I just know that this car is not a bad deal.
@stevemdelacruz56023 жыл бұрын
Not bad at all 190 us buck s
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
No not really when you consider the speed and the fact it held up very well. I would however add that a bottle of 6 usd glue is required for the tyres! 😂😂
@stevemdelacruz56023 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC i agree about the tires. Seems Like This always needs changed wheels tires on all wl toys
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yes but that's usually because they weren't designed for such speeds. My original 144001 from April 2020 are still fine without issues. 😁😁👍
@stevemdelacruz56023 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC it did surprised at the plastic out put on main shaft held up...thats good
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yes me too to be honest. Seems like a strange place to save a few cents/pence but it held up so let's see how long it does. I am going to try another speed run tomorrow after gorilla taping the rear tyres. Fingers crossed I get to full throttle. 🤞😁🦍🦍🦍
@sergiofreitas35203 жыл бұрын
Topp.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Thank you mate. Have an awesome day!
@xibidit3 жыл бұрын
just put it in the oven, the pinion, for 5 minutes max temp.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Morning. And thanks for that. I have 2 pinions that have stuck grub screws so I will try today. Thanks again and have a great weekend! 😊👍
@n0ukf3 жыл бұрын
5 wire servo? Why? every servo I've ever seen has been 3 wire.
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree. It's my pet hate is them using the 5 wire servo in 2021.... Hate them....
@johnwayne6663 жыл бұрын
✌🏼🤠
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Good morning mate! Have an awesome day! 😊👍
@johnwayne6663 жыл бұрын
@@JohnRobinsonRC .😁...12:26 am...... goodnight 😴..... have a wonderful weekend....✌🏼😁
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Goodnight mate. Sleep tight! 😴😴😴
@okruiner7835 Жыл бұрын
it's like a mini xmaxx😂
@JayMann73 жыл бұрын
Can't believe that you don't know how to get a over glued set screw out with a sodering iron. I thought that was common sense but apparently not. Lol
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
Not at all. What I just explained in another comment my soldering iron tip is crud. So will order a new one and see how I get on. I was recommended on a previous video and when I tried I couldn't make it work so gave up. Then mentioned again and it's the tip not getting hot enough. So I will try next time with the soldering iron and I'm sure I will be more successful. Thanks for the information and have a lovely evening. 😊👍
@ksrnate3 жыл бұрын
Nice! There's going to be a lot of brushless 104009 around soon! Check my last video out.. I got 65mph 😳 Looking forward to more videos dude 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@JohnRobinsonRC3 жыл бұрын
65 mph? Wow that's truly bonkers! Well done!
@Top-Jimmy Жыл бұрын
@UncleGus2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a nightmare to work on.
@JohnRobinsonRC2 жыл бұрын
No not at all. I found it perfectly fine, even with my chubby fingers. 😊👍🏼
@Lekkah6663 жыл бұрын
Is a bit of a snug fit... Barely restrained myself from yelling:"that's what she..."