Do Belted Tires Increase RC Car Performance?

[@MikeGray-ct6hb]

That is by far the biggest collection of transmitters I've ever seen!

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@mootine2007]

Before you start modifying your radio. Like others are saying i would recommend the MT12 RadioMaster. It's a very nice radio with Long Range, Multiple Protocols, EdgeTx Programming, Receivers are extremely Tiny and Reasonably priced at 20 bucks for ELRS. With And without external antennas. Receivers with No Antenna can probably still go over a kilometer. 10 Inputs, 16 Outputs, and Unlimited Model Memory. MT12 is Not just another Radio. Can't wait to open mine on Christmas day. Lol

[@ThEtEcHnOsAm]

Low slung bashers are honestly my favourite! But I don’t do too many jumps with harsh landing. They slide so much better instead of rolling

[@EJ-74]

Yeah boi, can't wait to see this thing on 8S 😁

[@TomleyRC]

Me too!

[@wrenchg3954]

tomley my boy you sure have stepped up your content game. well done

[@Speedbird917]

Rip the football pitches up. From a rugby fan!! 😂😂😂

[@TomleyRC]

Lol

[@davidpiper3652]

RadioMaster MT 12 has so many advantages over the Dumbo or any other controller. It will bind to anything. Superb software, Edge TX, allows for any set up. It's also really nice to have the same controller on all my models, the feel, the switches always in the same place.

[@wrenchg3954]

my ocd wont let me not comment on your comment about RM and dumbo "controlers". ugh, they're transmitters my man. merry chistmas

[@cj910]

I just got mine two weeks ago and I love it... my T3PV and Sanwa MTS will leave my storage soon to get a second one

[@davidpiper3652]

@@wrenchg3954 Picky! Happy Holidays

[@EagleFPV43]

Radiomaster finally decided to give the surface people a radio lol

[@mandismith89]

it doesnt connect to everything, there's many receivers it will not connect too and there's a few videos on here showing that

[@chrislang7460]

Now you just have to spend 4 hours cleaning an polishing it for the shelf ( oh wait, this is the proper channel)

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… yes, don’t ever talk about shelf’s on this channel!

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

I’m a big dumbo fan. This truck looks awesome

[@alantaylor353]

It depends what you're using them on & what result you want. They're good for on road stuff because they don't balloon & they'll give you a full contact patch with the road & better handling.. But not so great for off road bashers (Trucks/Truggies) because they don't ballon & give you air control.! They work well on rally cars & short course trucks as long as you're not looking to do mega jumps & flips.! 😉 That's been my experience anyway.. I've tried a few different brands over the years & my favourite so far are the JetKo ones.!.. They're not super expensive & last a long time.! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYBODY & BEST WISHES FROM SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🙏 ❤️ 📻 🕹️ 🔋 🚗 🚖 🚕 🚔 🚚 🚙 🚘 🚓 🚒 🚑 🚐 🚎 🚤 🚁 🛩️

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, less air control….but good for grip and stability on road/flat ish off road

[@deeztrucks0505]

The new Dumbo RC looks nice for sure. But the MT12 4 in 1 can bind to Dumborc, Spectrum, Traxxas, MJX, FMS, ETC.. Which would reduce the # of controllers you need in theory down to just 1.

[@beyondRC]

This. It also has unlimited model memory. I run every one of my trucks on the MT12 now and like you mentioned as it binds to so many protocols you can pick up Dumbo x6f receivers or flysky receivers for really cheap and bind to those. The MT12 blows everything else away. its the only transmitter anyone with multiple RC cars will ever need and highly customisable with edgetx software.

[@user-mo2cu2jd2r]

Really smooth run mt12 thank you for showing this Fantastic beast!!!

[@michaeldorich4485]

This is anther great video. I always enjoy the onboard camera shots. The Method tires looked good. it will be interesting to see how they perform on dirt. The radio offers a lot functions for the price. I have heard you and others being very positive about their products. That thing really store up some grass.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, was great fun to rip around 👌

[@69jonhill]

So far, I'm 21 for 21 with the advent vids. Great work. About tires, I run an Arrma K6s and use the stock copperhead 2s for general bashing. For on road hooning and speed runs I'm using Sweep belted Roadcrushers. They're smaller than the copperhead, so I geared up to a 24t pinion and got 66.2mph. That's the biggest I could get on, so I've got a smaller spur on order. Anyway, you need tires to balloon a bit for better air control when bashing. Belted for on road to maintain contact with the tarmac. Cheers.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, ballooning for air/bashing, and belted for a nice planted run

[@jasonkearns3041]

If the aftermarket jumped on the machete id be all over it. I like the scale and look of it a lot! Its too bad a higher end brand didn't come out with this. Guarantee LOTS of people would pay double for a higher end version

[@MarkJackson-e1k]

Like the performance of the truck Phil. And sounds like you've got plans to turn it into a beast.😊

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, looking forward to better weather!

[@Skyhawk996]

I haven't seen anyone use a dumbo. The most popular transmitter in my area is the NB4 Noble

[@Wreckedekcoupe]

As a Dumbo radio owner, i am really interested in that new transmitter!

[@Isuzu_Paul]

That transmitter is really nice! I've had my dumborc x6 on all my mn's and now it's on my axial.

[@Cd68niou1]

Thank you, I have the 4s version of this, and now I know how to make it more fun

[@MCsCreations]

Awesome mods and review, Phil! 😃 But you just can't compare this radio with the Radiomaster MT12... I'm not saying this radio is bad, not at all, but... Well, you have 2 versions of the MT12: with ExpressLRS radio link (people flew more than 100km in distance using this radio link) or with a 4 in 1 module... Which means you can bind to almost any receiver. FlySky, FrSky, probably to DumboRC receives, etc... And you still can add an external module as well, so you can have any of the 2 versions, get a module of... Well, anything, really. Even Dragon Link! And connect to it and use. That not to talk about the firmware it uses, EdgeTX... It's basically OpenTX, but better. And you can find tutorials to set up anything for it, probably in many different ways even. You know? So, this radio should do something around 300 to 600m range, while the MT12 with ExpressLRS could do 4km in 25mw. And it can go up to 250mw, if I'm not mistaken. Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊 And happy holidays!

[@woutchauvaux6672]

yea, him saying this dumborc radio seems more modern than the mt12 sounded almost ignorant, would love for him to check out the mt12, he could use any car he could dream of with it. The dumborc very well might be a lot easier to use at first, but edgetx gives unlimited possibilities

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, after buying the Dumbo I did see lots of people talking about the MT12 and how good it is. Maybe I’ll try one next year

[@SortItOotMan]

Good tip with the centre diff & wheels. Looks a fun rig.

[@ReactionRC]

Another Great video!!

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks

[@ReactionRC]

No problem

[@gordousmaximus]

In regards to the Magnitron and the future summer bash….how about some Longer HD shocks if you can find some up front ? (i know hear me out) to further prevent chassis slapalthough its so low slung you may not avoid it entirely even with longer ones…. Happy Holidays Phil to you and yours! Happy Holidays to this awesome community we have !

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, certainly needs a bit of suspension work. I’ll give it a good going over before the next fast run

[@frackcha]

In my limited experience - you can push the gearing higher but you need to change the spur gear at the same time as the pinion. Also, I think that stuttering is something to do with the ESC setting - It looks like it's "cogging" - you can stop this by either using a battery that can deliver higher amps or set the current limit in the ESC a bit lower. I could be wrong

[@FarmerFpv]

Good evening Sir Phillip the III of RC-Lancaster Wee Wee. May I offer you a cuppa tea? lol. The problem I have had with belted tires even good ones like Proline is they are badly balanced. Also if you over-rev them with loose diffs and they spool out the belts snap. Then they make a loud flap flap flap sound when jumping and revving or during top speed they will flap out of control. As long as you don't over-spool them they are ok. Still never balanced very well and is super heavy.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, some disadvantages for sure. But for off-road speed running and ‘flat jumping’ they seem pretty good

[@jngrccars89]

Really good series love

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks

[@christophermears7738]

On the 21st day of Christmas Santa 🎅 dude gave to me... Upgrade parts for my rc .. smart Dumbo radio in high performance belted tires

[@Breakaway_RC]

Been using that new Dumborc since day one (pre ordered) absolutely fantastic and a great price, already had Dumborc receivers in everything just hope they update it for more than 10 model memory.

[@lukespector5550]

What do you know about "Radiolink" brand transmitters? I must have a gyro installed in my overgeared F1 racers. Everyone knocks Dumbo gyro compatibility however. Cheers. 👍

[@paulmaybury5700]

day 21 all good like the truck as for the dumbo transmitter i have 2 rc with dumbo in and a outback evo on is way one transmitter for all looks good to me nice on Phil

[@bongofury3176]

I realised my RC addiction when I had to write the model on every controller. it is my main use for a white paint pen...

[@rcfools]

I really want one of those DumboRC DDF-350's. I nearly ordered one a couple of weeks ago but decided to wait until early next year when the post is back to normal. I mainly use the DumboRC X6 with the X6FG. Got them in loads of my cars. I also like the Spektrum DX3.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, it’s seems a decent radio for the money. I know everyone’s saying the Radiomaster MT12, and I’m sure it’s really good, but this is also good especially for the price

[@rcfools]

@@TomleyRC Got mine today.

[@nolansmith571]

Buddy of mine has those method rc tires on his 12s xmaxx. They hold up super well.

[@TomleyRC]

Good to know!

[@NathanStorer-RC]

Kind of surprised to see the belted tires still expand. Wasn't nearly to the extent of the stock tires, but more than I would have expected.

[@radsk8dad932]

I put earplugs in my center diff in the machete6s I do run 8s but where you mount the motor you only have limited space so it’s hard to find an 8s motor to fit.

[@dansgarage5121]

These videos have been great. Love the Christmas advent Callender theme. Did you ever see the movie "A Christmas Story" from America 1983? Happy Holidays.

[@tobydyes]

best video to date

[@TomleyRC]

🤘 Thanks

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

AS THE TIRE GROWS GEAR RATIO CHANGES ( A LOT) TOP SPEED WILL BE MORE WITH A BALOON TIRE ( ASSUMING U CAN KEEP THE REVS UP. SAME AS ON A RACECAR

[@stephenshea4215]

Radio master MT12 review pls, EdgeTX and ELRS will surprise and probably confuse in equal amounts, I was wondering how you were gonna fit the promoto in one of your Christmas boxes 😉

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, I may get one next year

[@phookit2]

I’ve just sold my Rustler VXL, this looks like where I’m going next. 8S yes!

[@AlexanderKowaliuk]

Alex kowaliuk here I just wanted to say Iv absolutely enjoyed the Christmas video series..

[@ThatDude7788]

Heck yeah 4 more days🎉

[@TomleyRC]

🤘

[@brantleemolloy1571]

Man, need some of those remotes right about now 😂

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@funknunkl]

When you get the MT12 you can chuck out all other radios👍

[@kevhavard]

Nice g-shock, I've got the blacked out version ❤

[@TomleyRC]

Noice 👌

[@alantaylor353]

That's the same "cleaning" method I use.! Nature provides.! 😉 😉

[@TomleyRC]

Yes haha

[@rctraildriversuk-lone-wolfvide]

a beast i could see this as being a fastest off road truck

[@Mike_and_Life]

I dont know if it helps performance, but it definitely keeps their pants up.

[@TomleyRC]

Hahaha

[@RoostedFilms]

Who else paused @ 0:26 and zoomed in to see what's what ? No worries Phil I won't let the cat out of the bag.

[@TomleyRC]

Tomorrow…. 🙃😊🤫

[@kjflyte5088]

The Dumbo used to be the go to but Amazon now sells a turbo racing controller that is better than Dumbo. Imo.

[@mitch3424]

radio link ! Same price give or take , way better holds a TBS module on the front too !

[@AlexanderKowaliuk]

The hard work is appreciated..😊

[@muskokamike127]

Hey Phil: just a suggestion, to fill up your vacant looking shelves, how about putting the "prizes" back into their cubbies? Yeah, considering this video was shot 2 weeks ago hahaha that's me! day late and a dollar short!

[@MCsCreations]

Hey Phil and everyone... Is anyone else getting errors when trying to see the subscription list? (That place where you see the new videos from the channels you subscribed to.) I just can't get there. 😕

[@dazofthemoo1531]

Sometimes. Been like that for at least 6 months. KZbin is far from consistent. All bugs come and go.

[@MCsCreations]

​@@dazofthemoo1531 Yeah, it's been hard... 😕

[@gugman9684]

Yes. I have been having trouble with it right now. KZbin is messing around with how it functions yet again and does that every two or so weeks on average. I have noticed there have been over 20 changes already to KZbin throughout this year from thumbnail sizes to how everything changes from how it has been displayed previously.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes I’ve noticed that some of the channels I subscribe to are not always on the subscriptions page

[@RoostedFilms]

A TRAXXAS ?!? THE HELL YOU SAY PHILS GONE MADD

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… I may even like it as well!

[@RoostedFilms]

@@TomleyRC nawww no way !

[@ChrisPrice-z2t]

Gonna miss this when your done it all

[@carsonscustombricks5272]

Lamo gonna be so mad when the daily videos disappear

[@TomleyRC]

Me too 😅

[@dazofthemoo1531]

​@@TomleyRCHaha.! Idea - it's only 365 days to Christmas.!😮

[@ZIGZAG12345]

Yep. This was a great idea for a series! I've become a subscriber as a result! (Though it must have taken a bunch of effort to make all of these in advance to post one for each day! 😮 )

[@julianorozco761]

Muy buenos dias mi querido Santa , parece que compraste una podadora nueva , este auto es divertido y rapido ,el clima no ayuda mucho , saludos a tí y toda tu familia en esta navidad , dia 21 del calendario ,muchas gracias desde Panama con mucha lluvia feliz dia

[@alantaylor353]

The GPS obviously froze up on you because you didn't say the magic words.!! 😉 😉 😂 😂

[@TomleyRC]

I’m saving it for next year haha

[@chuzzwade288]

Hi Phil, I’ve just received the DDF350. I only have a Corally Muraco and just got the radix 6, with the standard transmitter adjusting the steering endpoints is tedious. With the 350 it’s so easy. Took a while to figure out getting the gyro to work but done it now (I have very little experience with rc’s). There is no decent manual that explains all the features of the transmitter. Could you possibly do a vlog that explains how to set up the gyro? I’ve managed to use the CH3 button to switch between gyro on/off and channel 6 to turn it up or down. Not sure I’ve done properly and haven’t tested yet but it seems above controller. Love the channel btw. Hope you and the family have a great Christmas 🎄 👍🏻

[@Pablo668]

That truck is really pretty good. How much are the receivers for that handset? I'm still pondering what handset to get next. I have a Spektrum DX4R that I've got upwards of 20 models saved on, great handset too, and a couple Flysky cheapos with about 10 on each, their limit. I was considering the Noble.

[@TomleyRC]

The standard Dumbo receivers are pretty well priced. I bought them in bulk for about $6/7 each

[@Pablo668]

@@TomleyRC Thx for that.

[@doubledome2076]

TOMLEY #1. DON'T YOU FORGET IT‼️😁👍👍🦾🦾🤘🤘

[@joshuasmidt8595]

i figured there would be a difference cuz the ballooning tire gets bigger. I like belted tires way more consistent. Every time I see a tire pancake is ruins the immersion.

[@SweatyHanes]

I would have guessed it was a red cat shredder 😮

[@shortfuse7839]

That looks like great fun! Beast!

[@mandismith89]

the dumbo is ok if you have dumbo receivers, if not then the radiomaster is unbeaten

[@TidyRC]

I use Dumborc had no probs. Think they’re really good for cheap.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah agree 👍

[@angelikakurowicka7182]

@@TomleyRC What about the new Rlaarlo one? 😛

[@TidyRC]

@@angelikakurowicka7182 that the one that’s around £39?

[@lyricofwise6894]

​@@TomleyRC where can you get spare parts for this rc car?👍

[@OldeSchoolRcUk]

Almost unlimited models to but sadly no model memory on the dumbo

[@daledavis8093]

If I have a rc with 3 diffs, I put a locker gear in the middle, it works everytime

[@sgtoster]

Have you went back to this car yet? I was considering grabbing one and wanted to see if you had modified it any further.

[@SupersusSS606]

Was literally centering my steering servo watching this with a dumborc transmitter in my hand lol how ironic

[@rrrccc1571]

I got my transmitter when it was first released and it came with a 10 model limit. I assume yours is the same and they didn't update the firmware?

[@TomleyRC]

I didn’t look at the limit. Although it seems east enough to update the firmware

[@KenE.Bell96]

Nice transmitter. But can you bind it to multiple cars or just to one car?

[@jamesmelton9705]

Currently with my "machete 6s" since there is no room for a longer motor, I'm rearranging the inside by rotating the motor mount 180 degrees to the other side to fit in the hobbywing max 6 4990 1650kv system. Not sure if it's going to work but I'm going to try anyway lol

[@monte821]

Did it work?

[@Slikx666]

So I need to ask a question about the Dumbo. Is that switch under your thumb usable for rear steering?

[@davidrivero7943]

Maldonado, Pelé , Massi , Soccer Players ? . Ayyy Dios Mio !! Nice BIG rig , THATS cool.

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@rcsendandblast1579]

Nice Car bud 👊😎 Curious have you bashed a basherbody yet. I’m not sure if I’ve ever seen you bash one of them. If you haven’t please consider for they are the Absolute Best bodies money can buy. Mine on my Maxx 1/10 has now out lasted the Maxx and is now fitted to a second new rebuilt Maxx 👊😎 Even my Outcast 6 s basherbody shell I just can not destroy or even crack it. I’d like to see you try 😊👊😎

[@TipoftheMitt69]

Ha! He said it’s low hung hahaha

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@JoevsRc]

There is something odd about this truck i like. i usually like scale looking but i like this truck.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, it looks nice… especially slammed

[@gillian9178]

What is the length of the battery trays ?

[@Casitascrawlers]

1147 pm just made it before the 22nd it was along day it’s been raining here in Ca. for 3 days now which always makes work wet n cold. So is Redcat just paying this company to make it or the opposite?

[@TomleyRC]

Got here just in time haha. I think PD Racing is the factory, so they make it for Redcat.

[@lukespector5550]

Try & corner my Tamiya F104 RC collection cars at FULL THROTTLE without belted tires & you'll be learned!!!

[@brucebaker0316]

Does that have a programmable ESC in it where you can turn the punch level up on it? I've got the Redcat Machete and I just put the hobbywing Max 6 G2 6s-8s in it.! Yet to try 8s need 4s batteries first.. Lol 🤟

[@Earth-realm]

I just got my machete how is yours running

[@MitchellBolognaniRC]

I know I'm late but I'm here for day 21 ❤ Cheers

[@awesomusmaximus3766]

Anything that stops ballooning yes

[@Coyote.five.0]

that thing is fast 8:33

[@Sideshowgaz5779]

I've designed and printed a 3d thumb wheel for my controller that glues inside the wheel. I'll chuck it on thingiverse if anyone is interested?

[@s109apache7]

Hey tomly I noticed you posted a e maxx vid teaser a few days back and I haven’t seen the vid come out yet where is it at I’m exited !

[@TomleyRC]

Coming in there next couple of days ;)

[@s109apache7]

@@TomleyRCgreat to hear thanks for the reply !

[@jonjacob1962]

I love your watch.

[@tobydyes]

let's see this big RC you was talking

[@GSG-lc5zm]

Hey, no spoilers 😉

[@disciplinerc]

Do I see an off-road 100mph car here?...🤔

[@TomleyRC]

250mph off road

[@disciplinerc]

@@TomleyRC Easy-peezy

[@JayC133]

Random question... What watch is that?

[@coreynelson6731]

You rock. USA. Loves u

[@carbide1968]

have you or your friends ever been hit in the ankles by a big rc like that one at 60mph? i'm guessing it would be very bad?

[@kraftcraft2934]

Hey does that old Toyota truck truck run fire it up let's here it

[@TomleyRC]

A little drive out in it coming soon

[@adamross4774]

50 mph on wet grass..... dude id call that good all day... and honestly its could have just a hair bigger tires... not a bad little rig... looks like a mini XRT....

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, that’s pretty impressive really. Hoping to push 70 in the Summer

[@Earth-realm]

Is this not a Redcat machete?

[@jakejager]

Belted tires may not help with performance but they do help them from exploding mid jump.

[@rickyhits6547]

Heavier shock oil will fix those shocks