CHEAP, Giant RC Truck! NEW FTX Kanyon V2.

[@yoshums7970]

The fact that this comes with a rebranded Dumbo is one of the best selling points imo. I've switched every one of my vehicles over to Dumbo, and I have never had a single issue. Such a good bang for the buck.

[@Del350K4]

I enjoyed that. I remember when those 'twin vertical plate' chassis were common on crawlers, and people would make an ally ladder frame for theirs, and fit a scale body, often from a terrible New Bright.

[@georgemaddison60]

The kanyon is a whole load of fun but the first upgrade is angle aluminium chassis strengtheners , load's of how to vids on KZbin, brilliant video!!

[@carlbModels]

I saw those. Pre drilled kit on eBay for £20? seems good.

[@carlbModels]

@Comfortably numb this is another of Phil's videos that's probably going to "force" me to buy one. I've heard loads of criticism of them, but as far as I can see, for small effort and cash, can be made really good. FTX stuff is reasonably priced and it even looks good. The scale is a bonus. It's definitely calling me.... 😀🤓🤣

[@Sponsoredbybaz]

Deffo

[@idophotosuk]

You would have hoped FTX added them into this version, shame they didn't

[@esotericman22]

I bought the Kanyon V1. I put the angle on the chassis, uprated steering servo to 20kg, moved the battery tray forward 2 inch, put the spare wheel on the bonnet and moved the light bar back to the roof tray (all easy to do) and I can confirm that it really is a very competent crawler and not a lot of money too. I totally recommend the Kanyon.

[@dominicchesterman2107]

I'm a big Ftx fan now. Value for money cheap spares but plenty of upgrades if you want to level up. Got 3 of theirs now!

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, for the money they have done decent trucks 👍

[@TheRCBuildersPost]

These are also sold on Amazon under the Lagendary brand. They have it listed as an 1/8 scale

[@randall4411]

That was a nice little walk ! Austin took a puff and took a cruise .

[@themountain59]

The best thing are the axles..put some steeltubes in it and they are indestructible...did it on my MT and run it 3s brushless...no problem!

[@davidives7204]

Tomley, it was through you that I started this hobby. When I was ready to buy my first truck I was expecting to the Kanyon on your reviews but sadly I had to rely on a third party instead. This was my first Decent RC truck and I absolutely love it. Great content as ever.

[@khalidmuhammad1991]

Love your channel, got into the hobby recently, I got 4 trucks\cars so far, all based on your recommendation and they are all good and lots of fun👍 Thanks man!

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate. Appreciate the support 👌

[@uushabe]

I have the V1 and i love it. Did the straight mod on it and theres tons of mod vids to make youre Kanyon a beast. I love mine and mostly my Daughter drives it but i still steal it and go for some fun in the woods. The V2 looks alot better then the first. Love the 2 speed and winch on it. The V1 are missing those. Lover youre vids and thanks to u im gettin a Mauler as my next project.

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate. Yeah, seems a decent truck for the money 👌

[@carlbModels]

The Kanyon can take a 4ws kit easily, it's really just another set of front end parts bolted onto the back. Also works on the Outlaw as well. Nice video Phil 👍🍺🇬🇧

[@TomleyRC]

Nice… will take a look

[@avic6069]

Doesn’t the outlaw have double wishbone suspension in the front? Do you mean the outback maybe?

[@carlbModels]

@@avic6069 sorry, to clarify - the Outlaw back end is the same as the Kanyon back end, and both can take the steering gear from the front of the Kanyon 😎👍🍺🇬🇧

[@doubledome2076]

@@TomleyRC Hyper go H16 P that you have- I got one- comes with the stock smart batteries- Can it handle a 2s 2200mah 7.4 volt 35c battery? It's stock. Thank you!!

[@009ADVENTURES]

I absolutely love my v1 kanyon, but as others already said that chassis mod is a must. they are pretty capable especially with a few mods. it would hirt to do the pick up mod on that shell though. excellent stuff bud 👍🐿

[@basementracer]

Thanks for taking us on the Cesspit Safari Mr Tomley. Seems like that dog has the same idea as me when it comes to this truck. Just too much going on that isn't quite there for me. The wobbly/weak body mounts, the winch that cannot lift it's own car weight, the 4wd system doesn't seem the best as it seems a run up is required for most moderate climbs, the steering servo is weak and the body bounces around like a cheap friction damper toy. Looks cool though, I really wanted to like it. I don't dislike it, just to many compromises for me.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, certainly needs a good going over, a few cheap fixes and I think it will be a little better. Although I didn’t really have any massive issues with it. The winch is enough to pull it out of trouble for the most part

[@maxbuckley9762]

Thank you for covering this rig tomley 😊 ftx are a great company they just need a kick up the arse in terms of marketing 🤦‍♂️

[@Hypnoticshrimp1989]

I have the Laegendary version of this. Literally same everything under the body. I've replaced Literally everything except the tires and motor with metal. Such a great crawler now. 👍

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

Really love the look of this, lots of features, may have to see about picking one up...

[@OWLS_9]

I've had the v1 for 4 months and it is so good

[@Pablo668]

That was really cool. You have a different mojo going on compared to our Kev, but it's quite relaxing to watch, sort of RC ASMR.

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate. Appreciate the support and feedback 👌

[@Pablo668]

@@TomleyRC no worries :)

[@daig1984]

Perfect balance! Not the car the channel, it’s exciting and relaxing at the same time. Without to many boooomms! Keep it up mate game over 😂

[@jameswisecarver]

1152 in Arkansas USA!!! Good lunchtime watch thanks Tomley!! Show us that thang!(that's what she said) haha

[@pocketrocket6494]

Always love the crawler content 😍😍😍

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you 🙏

[@areadierc2803]

Great truck for the money. I just picked up the ftx tracker lc76. Extremely happy with it . Ftx have definitely upped there game

[@markpace5809]

I've got the Kanyon v1 an the only thing I didn't like about it was the silver colour, had to spray it land Rover green 💚. Great review, I might have to buy the v2 ? Lol 👍

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Mark. I’ve heard mixed things in the Kanyon, but for the money I think it’s not a bad truck

[@isaaclawson9355]

YES FINALLY! You reviewed the kanyon. you should ditch the stock body and body/bumper mounts and turn it into a budget/crazy flex rig👍👍

[@TomleyRC]

Sounds good!

[@isaaclawson9355]

@@TomleyRC yeah man, they can flex to like 85degrees with some 300 cst oil in the shocks and slackening them out and it's crazy

[@user-rv8wb1nl1b]

@@isaaclawson9355 what body do you use ?

[@isaaclawson9355]

@@user-rv8wb1nl1b I've used the body of a maverick quantum flux pink body, mounted as low as I can

[@SPEXWISE]

I like the livery, it's a cool theme.

[@grrfy]

It's a big ol' Hector! I do like it's new clothes though.

[@TomleyRC]

It’s certainly a big boy

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

I didn’t know they had a v2.. there were a couple of these at horizon fest a couple months ago and they definitely gave my redcat gen8 v2 a run for it’s money

[@BrendonakaShanks]

I've wondered about this machine. Now I've seen it. I might even have a go at one.

[@bernardrc1137]

getting mine nxt mth,,your only the 4th channel to review this beauty,,ironically I ordered mine b4 all people were presenting on thier channel, 😱😢😂😂,, but I knew sooner or later you would have one up on your channel,,quite surprising you left it so late 🤔😂👍

[@Dixie1969]

I think an H1 hummer, alpha body would be perfect for that considering the size and width of the RC car compared to a TRX four bronco

[@derricksazrc3411]

What an Adventure Truck. Your footage is great Brother.

[@colincolchester]

ive a v1 so far very impressed its nearer 1:8 im doing mods as in changinging the shell style reenforce the chassie upgrading drive shafts to metal also iv upgraded to lypo

[@SteveWB]

Those aluminium body mounts snap super fast! I slid down a hill backwards and bent it on the first hit.

[@bigmickrc8265]

You should get the first kanyon, do the chassis mod , and upgrade the steering servo and compare them . Doesn't seem to be much difference other than the 2 speed box

[@kilroy_4wlc]

yeeee you got a kanyon on the channel

[@rcfanaticdublin]

That was the Most Stagnent looking pond I've seen in a long time...I would not have went anywhere near it buddy. My local Hobby shop has a Mk1 version that I have been agonising over...220 EU.

[@oldeschoolrcukold5141]

Aluminium angled length along the top is the usual first mod to do to any Kanyon budy

[@Kale_thevegetable]

For a 285 dollar crawler its very nice. its rare to get a car that cheap with a winch and lights which its very cool

[@mikemangiameli561]

The hand is starting to be a regular love it lol. Wish we would just get headlights and taillights never seen anyone on the trail use flasher's or turn signals.

[@michaeldorich4485]

You did another nice review and test. I enjoyed it. I have always thought these body styles looked good, but they make the center of gravity a little too high.

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks Michael

[@andreRC88]

That really cool I'm interested hard looks mental with all updates

[@jonathanmc-smith7284]

I built mine from parts. I reckon ftx should bring a Kanyon crew cab body shell.

[@piotradamski271]

Tip for the winch: use tent hook 😄👍

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, I had one out ready to take with me, but left it on the side 😆

[@piotradamski271]

@@TomleyRC I'm keep forgetting my equipment too 😂 always there is something....

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty impressive truck, Phil! Fantastic review! 😃 It really runs nicely! Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude 👌

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Awesome fun unboxing and information as always and omg it is big 😝🤭 its good to be back on your channel bro 😛 its a decent Crawler 👍 Austin Loved he drove well 😀 YEAHHHH BABY ✌😛✌ Awesome fun test and I honestly enjoyed every second mate as always 👍 😀 👍 Well done to for the way your channel is getting bigger 👏 you deserve it mate 😛 BOOOOM 💥💣💥 Have a Brilliant week ahead 👍😁👍

[@Eddiee757]

Hey mate. Just wanted to see if you will ever do a video on the FTX Tracker? Looks like a real competitor to the TRX4. It has hi/low transmission and lockable diffs.

[@stevendowse9230]

"Got some length to it, it isn't even all the way out"🤣

[@enjay6503]

Another good, honest review! Keep up the great content 👍🏻

[@wheelsdownrc6348]

An unboxing a review and a lesson in physics.!priceless 😂

[@rrrccc1571]

I owned a v1 but didn't quite gel with it so sold it. Good on FTX though throwing some new stuff at it. Surprised by a winch on that wobbly chassis 🤣

[@Unsungh3ro_88]

Toying with the idea of getting a crawler but no tracks or trails near me 🥲

[@wordreet]

With a winch and 2 speed it's not too bad for the price. And if you imagine it as a L/R crossed with a Hummus, hmm, yeah, it kind of works as a 10:0 scale. Deffo have to brace those body mount areas though. Maybe a "spine" down the length of the chassis?

[@dustineputtaert5792]

Like already said by others pop off to b&q and get aluminium L angle run full length of crawler to stop the droop and also I would undo the roof lights and move them back to the front of the roof rack that way when it falls over the roof rack supports the lights they won't move and that way you won't lose one or five of the lights If that makes sense

[@roblowrie1969]

It's a strange beast, the Kanyon. I know the V1 has a few issues straight from the box. The chassis being as flexible as a bendy thing, steering, etc. Looks like the V2 might have the same steering issue. Nice looking thing, though. 😎👍🏻

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, certainly needs a few tweaks to make it better

[@AsurasWrath164]

Nice looking? Really? This thing looks like a cheap children's rtr. Stupid neon grill and other body parts, terrible light lenses, hilarious flex in the chassis and downright insulting body mounting, makes this a mediocre deal at best.

[@roblowrie1969]

@@AsurasWrath164 just my opinion! Id already commented on the trucks shortcomings, and everyone who has ever owned a Kanyon would be well aware of those. Compared to the V1, the VW, in my opinion, for what it's worth, looks better!! 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@doubledome2076]

@@TomleyRC PLEASE HELP 🙏 = At this time, the Rival mt10 & arrma big rock 4x4 3v 3s are the same price. Which one would you choose to take the worst beating and still keep going? Btw- saw talbot has a Lamborghini between that and him calling $900 rc cars dirt cheap, earned him an UN sub from me! Go team Tomley!

[@TomleyRC]

If they are the same price.. get the Big Rock. It’s my favourite 3s Arrma and has better parts support than the MT10 👍

[@camrowdrone6497]

And dog says out of here 👊🏻👍🏻

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@markpoitras9794]

Thanks!

[@muskokamike127]

6:01 "it's got some good length on it" oh my GOD I can't believe you missed that one....."that's what she said" lolol

[@TomleyRC]

I try not to over do the ‘that’s what she said’s 😅

[@muskokamike127]

@@TomleyRC you can NEVER overdo it hahahah

[@TomleyRC]

Hahaha

[@tromshi]

Great video, it’s really help me make my mind up. I’ve been out of RC for 20+ plus years and this looks ideal for me to get back in and see if I still love it. Apart from the chassis upgrade I wanted to get some Lipo batteries for longer run time. Can I just flick a switch on the ESC to use Lipo? And what are some good Lipo’s to throw in this thing? Thanks in advance.

[@wilsrecreations450]

They blew it. Come one Ftx, you need two profiles for rigidity... Finally, 2 speed... Oh, a winch... My Kanyon Mk1 has a winch, the profiles and a 15T motor, I call it my trail monster... It's a machine.

[@Moggmodels23]

Brilliant video mate love ❤️ the jeep it's awesome 👌👏

[@adamwolfy4826]

Wagwan tomley, I need to find that airboat video now 😂

[@darrenstevens972]

I have the ftx Kanyon b1 but am struggling atm as I’m not sure what the bind button is for on the transmitter

[@jamesmagillphotography]

Looking at getting my first Crawler RC and really like the look of these and the FTX Outback 3... which one would you choose out of those two?

[@BenjaminHarness]

I have the same question

[@jhawk1985]

Instead of painting the yellow cage you could dye it black with RIT dye

[@finthemanbehindthescreen8520]

When you gonna get the feiyue fy08 out again love that little car it was my first

[@TomleyRC]

Not sure

[@lcpeterbilt379]

lmao.. i went to check your links.. my man you win...

[@thelovleydoge1593]

can you compare again yikongpro fj cruizer vs trx4? and not the sport version

[@Heizekel77]

Which size is Austint? Trying to find an 1/8 or 1/10 figure.

[@itsalexplayz2782]

Yesss!! I love my Kanyon!

[@PakWahyu]

Wow the rc is so cool my friend 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@robsrcinsanity1220]

Really like that one 👍🏻🍻

[@EJ-74]

Yeah that's a very big 1/10 crawler huh 🤔 lol Pretty dang cool 🔥👍✌️

[@irishmutrc9320]

You should review the legendary grando

[@mojojoji5493]

Is there any way to tune the steering angle with the transmitter ? Like entering a code on the controller?

[@DeliberateNRandom]

I'm wanting the Treka 3! Hard to get in the states.

[@Driver86stig]

Looks like it is based off the same HSP that the Redcat Everest 10 is based on.

[@germanrcdriver39]

this car is actually on the market for a while in germany. Here its by the manufacturer DF-Models

[@maximhens3134]

i want to get an new rc car but idk if i want to go touring or build a tt02 rally kit or something like this

[@TomleyRC]

Lots of choices out there

[@esotericman22]

Could you please do a video of this car up against the Ravine and Axial on the rock course, would love to see how it compares

[@SteveWB]

looks just like my Laegendary rango but different body. Even the same radio lol

[@maxbuckley9762]

Would love to add the 2 speed transmission into my gen 1 kanyon but from what I've seen on the Facebook forums someone had done the motor lift and added the 2 speed but the drive shafts were cogging and this was reported by multiple people too Had my gen one for a few mouths now and admittedly she's still waiting for upgrade parts before I take her out for a proper run (stock batteries need to go/ esc is being replaced with hobbywing/motor change to Holmes hobbies♥) heard there is a way to get the servo to be chassis mounted too but you might need to buy a 3d printed front bracket for that to work The gen two although the theme of the design is cool FTX had flopped on this remaster hard since they still didn't bother to address the chassis flex/reinforcement issues - they are still running Nim batteries (admittedly I'm being a little picky there but for the extra money you pay on the mountain rescue package you would atleast expect to see a nice lipo pack to reflect the cost of the rig hence why many people still opt to just buy the gen one and upgrade the chassis and esc

[@paulmcnamara16]

Cool truck Don't like the body but that's an easy fix! Should compare it to the 1/8 Double E Defender. But what I'm seeing with a little modding to body mounts and link length is a cheap SCX6! Will be checking specs out before I build another 6th scale as this would be an awesome donar truck!

[@TomleyRC]

I need to fix my Double e

[@paulmcnamara16]

@@TomleyRC got mine up and running with Chinesium metal axles dumbo rc gear and new 2sp gearbox next and money willing an ax brushless system! I love mine its my fave of the fleet right now! 😁👌

[@paulmcnamara16]

@@TomleyRC was wondering how wide is that Kenyon buddy? Because bumpers and axles really look 6th scale compatible? Really stuck for aftermarket bumpers for my two 1/6 F350s

[@rustyparham393]

Great video but where can i get this in the USA????

[@Storyracing387]

Hey guy, really dig your "cheap as chips" videos. Have you used Hobby Fan esc/motor combo? It's a brushless set with a Dean's plug. Cheers from USA 👍

[@ER6nPhil]

What battery did you run ? Was it a 3s ?

[@marcusleader283]

With how big it is, they should've gone for thee Hummer H1 style!

[@redvikinghobbies]

Is it as hideous in real life as in the video? Maybe drop a V1 body on it. Or peel the stickers like you said. Get my airbrush ready...

[@TomleyRC]

Nah… not that bad. Just a little over sized

[@rcchallenge8626]

Can’t believe they dint strengthen the bumpers on the V2

[@TomleyRC]

I’ve not had a V1… but does seem a bit ‘floppy’

[@rcchallenge8626]

@@TomleyRC it was the biggest problem with them straight out the box but easily resolved with some 20ml aluminium angle running from 1 end to the other

[@davidfowler9740]

So do I get the kanyon or geo??

[@mark-1rc502]

Got some good length on it yeah 😂😂

[@TomleyRC]

Hahahaha

[@stevemoon2136]

The proportions of the body are definitely off, looks like it caught gigantism.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, certainly oversized

[@UnwrappingByMimiKoteng]

Would you say it is hpz1000 clone? Hehe

[@BASSstarlet]

it would be fun to modify the indicators as a alarms when the car is stopped!

[@davidroberts6085]

Looks a good truck and advantage being ftx parts and upgrades should be easy to get shouldnt they

[@AlexHT100]

I’m thinking there’s a gap in the market for a wooden tent peg tree stump for all the winchers out there 😹

[@DozerBoyRc]

Smooth running crawler there Phil !! Was there room for the battery lower in the chassis?? Great video and keep them coming!!!

[@timearlmountainsiderc6519]

I like it . Great video

[@toddbertram6556]

At first glance it looks kinda toy like. Maybe it is just the sticker set. But the width gives it am overall good looking footprint. Seems like it has potential

[@ianmangham4570]

Yeah, its a hummer land rover cross, she's big and for the money ya can't go wrong, camo/army would look good on this truck/desert

[@orinmarson3608]

When I bought mine the Velcro came of the the back

[@damienparker-burgess7086]

Turned my kanyon into a 6x6