Every Brass Upgrade! Traxxas TRX4 - Heavy Metal Bronco - Episode 1

What happens if you buy every brass option part for a Traxxas TRX4? Lets do it and find out!
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[@scalebuildersguild]

This did not disappoint, in that I was prepared to be disappointed.

[@xxxxxx-rm2pn]

Idiot

[@stratobungle]

Is there a Build-off in the works? C'mon Matt - you know you want to join in the fun...

[@bmccormick08]

When he said "I would never ever do this for performance" I heard screams in the distance.

[@scrc1]

Finally, a Traxxas Bronco video that doesn’t feel like an advertisement, in fact a satirical look at aftermarket parts. Love this concept 👍🏻

[@longtalltexanrc3358]

There are 11 dislikes. Maybe they are brass fan bois or don’t understand satire.

[@JDMJDK]

I came for the brass chuckles and didn’t leave disappointed.

[@westdesertwheeler2666]

Niel Degrasse Tyson explains why this RC has its own gravity field

[@roberth5370]

Hey Josh U should drill out as many holes in the tire foam as possible and fill them with tungsten pine wood derby weights That should break an axle or 2

[@RC-ScalerandBuilder]

John Holmes is asking what colour his next motor should be, I’m thinking brass might be the right answer.

[@michaeltrilck5680]

😂!!!

[@duder280z]

I run my TRX6 with a factory trans with a Holmes 4100KV monster of a motor and a MambaX. It will drag the rear bumper popping wheelies on pavement, does 26mph on 3S, and flies through the air like an eagle! And the stock trans holds up great! The TRX is a bulletproof platform. But back to more weight! LOL

[@runnerbaba]

Metall Front Battery Tray/Plate. Winch/Light/Soundmodul/Interieuer with Seats/Driver Figur, Metall Bumpers, Metall Side Rails, Roof Rack, LOVE IT

[@prinznapp2018]

Every Brass you take 🎶

[@deaganewing9373]

I personally like treal brass parts because they dont look flashy, they are kind of discreet and they still work amazing.

[@GrimJerr]

Get it so heavy that when you hit the throttle the motor just smokes. ;- ) 23.7lbs my Guess

[@wesleyjandreau3367]

I also use brass kitchen cabinet knobs as wheel nuts. Lol it works great!!

[@davidbanaszak562]

Locked up RC makes some great steel axle housings and other accessories that weight more than brass..

[@favarofisica]

I understand the point of exaggerating, but in my experience at least the old trx-4 defender can benefit a lot from some weight down in the axles. Not full nuts like this, but portal covers and c-hubs helped me a lot to neutralize the tendency of lifting the front of the rig. One must is harder foams, otherwise everything is a waste....

[@stratobungle]

^^^Agreed... I'm pretty sure that he realizes that in moderation (like ALL things) brass can be beneficial, especially in certain situations or for certain vehicles. I have a Defender, and I'm probably going to go with the LockedUpRC TRX-4 Black Steel Portal Package that has Black Steel Portal Covers, Black Steel Portal Knuckles, Black Steel C-Hubs and Brass Pipe Bushings. I'd rather use steel, and it is going to add a fair amount up front and down very low. 245g total weight, around $120 for everything

[@ColoradoStreaming]

I agree, I put 98g brass portal axle covers in the front and 40g in the rear of my TRX4 Sport and it made a night and day difference. Its all about balance and moderation.

[@trashypantsyota]

I can already hear the nerds flapping their man pleasers about how Harley did it so it's the bestest thing ever. 🤦

[@andrewrichey7374]

Wow jackpot ! I do like the Broncos, but I still like the older ones better

[@xavierseitz7231]

D-links makes super heavy brass links for most platforms so that may help in your quest

[@CoachDRC]

Kiss my Brass, really lol… good stuff bro 💪🏾💯

[@reggaejunkie8642]

My TRX-6 front axle is all brassed out. I wanted to keep the stock fender wells too. Luckily, I found an aluminum panhard mount. I just dremeled out the stock plastic panhard mount to allow the aluminum one to fit. So now I still have my scale-looking wells but a rigid aluminum panhard mount.

[@GT-po6by]

This silliness reminds me are the original Top Gear shenanigans. Love it!

[@BFG_Skramstad]

Treal hobbies is probably the best brass that I’ve bought or seen so far

[@freddieflanders]

Add a bomber interior with brass heads

[@blakedenley3792]

Running those same foams in my 14lb trx4 and they do great, plenty of tire conformation while still supporting sidewall

[@thomasgross8289]

Knowing how much you hate brass parts I was laughing the whole video 🤣🤣

[@NEO-RC]

Nice bro! I love dumping out all the parts for a new build! Great info! I’m doing some brass but not all out.

[@RyanRKJ]

Very interested in driving footage / impressions for this project.

[@MattC87]

Needs an big old nimh battery and it's on the outside but maybe a solid tube exo-cage. My first crawler was a home made TLT-1 based 1/8 new bright JK with 2.2 rock crushers. I made the chassis out of that heavy 1/2" square tube from home depot and cut it down the center like c-channel. I loved how the tires would actually bark when they spun on the rocks. I think it looked the most realistic out of all my trucks performing just because of how heavy it was

[@xxxxxx-rm2pn]

I love this so much. Can't wait for the next videos thanks Josh

[@moosejawrc]

“Brass” has taken over the word “servo” for our Harley Drinking Game! Cheers!

[@Boss-dr2zk]

List of what's still needed: -8s system with two 8000mah 4s packs -brass links -lead weights wrapped around the wheels -Hardbody

[@ryurc3033]

I totally used the aluminum shock mounts for a stronger panhard mount. And cut slots in the inner fenders. It was ALOT of cutting, trimming, and bracing. I like the excess. Troll away

[@MrNobody-bv4ec]

My life savings in brass trx 4 parts, but really im just envious, got wheels on mine and it helped but still need a little more weight down low.

[@joweemac]

This is just what i plan on doing and i was in the middle of my list. But with a twist, i'll be looking for the most licensed parts to make my Bronco super scale realistic........ thanks

[@kinetic40]

Don't forget to add the heaviest & highest mAh battery you can fit in there!

[@runnerbaba]

and one in the front, if there isnt a winch or a big soundmodul

[@207rc]

You forgot the brass 10mm links and mounts!!! I love this video. I do enjoy running all my rigs VERY heavy. As long as the rotating mass stays light and they are powered/geared properly they're unstoppable

[@dirtdobber7799]

an old school way from the AX-10 days for adding weight was stick on lead weights on the center wheel ring inside the tire. We used to wrap electrical tape around them after that to ensure they stayed in place. You could replace the elec tape with 3M mastic tape which is a thicker rubbery tape.

[@XerosGhost]

Full interior, driver character, metal roof basket and camping accessories.

[@hilltoprccrawlers1979]

"TRX 4000" for the win! You need brass link rods and steering links next. Great video.

[@jayward8217]

Full brass rims, we had them milled this side of the world. Around 500grams per tyre. Would add a nice 2kg to the rig. I actually raced it around our offroad track the other weekend.

[@WreckitRalphie]

This is gonna be fun. Poor servos 😂😂

[@joesmith4222]

All those poor gears😢

[@slackreviews]

Can't wait for the brass body

[@jjvizms]

This is hilarioua, cant wait to see where you get to.

[@ramezjweainat3593]

you gotta wrap those wheels with stick-on wheel weights. That'll be an extra pound at least.

[@joesmith4222]

I skipped the brass, took out the foams and filled my tires with aquarium sand. It works great.

[@ryano8613]

@@joesmith4222 youuuu,,, are joking. Right?

[@jackk8422]

I like the YR alloy axle housing. Mine fit perfectly and they are way stronger than plastic.

[@rodneyarmstrong2548]

This is funny and a good time to watch but I can't help but think part of this is deflecting away from the fact that the trx4, while hated by many, is still a solid performer.

[@petermakeithappen8336]

Dude your my new idol for this😆 it's such a bad idea but it sounds so epic

[@billhenderson8014]

Holy brass! That thing is going to weigh 20 pounds when your done. Great video can't wait to see the final results

[@kenwhite2852]

Injora makes a 2 stage foam with a red rubber inner ring, adds 77 grams to a tire assembly and supports heavy trucks man you need to put a set on especially since you used the extra wide beadlocks

[@codyoscardavid6268]

Can not wait to see it drive the few inches it can at a time!!

[@jessicalatex2539]

For an interior you could use a piece of MDF (particleboard) . Use 6 golf balls as a family and their dog.. using some aluminium strips to brace it in place with double-sided tape..

[@dylannarkawicz5710]

Rock sliders, roof rack, front battery mount, Servo Mount, 3D printed items.

[@EddieDesigned]

Hey Harley, have you thought about brazing up a set of solid brass bumpers and a brass roof rack?

[@paulschryer9571]

Ya, seriously !!! 😆🤣

[@chrismcguin3489]

You can add brass suspension links that's what I did to both of my trx4's. It's nice and clean looking.

[@rcflashcars]

nice vid! congrats for its views number! 👍👍👍

[@DArealCHAZZ]

Now I feel crazy because my Jeep Cherokee weighs almost 20lbs LMAO but climbs like a goat LOL this is a really interesting video

[@DEMON_CHILD709]

New trx4 owner and this was awesome haha ...liked and subed cheers

[@nicholasstephey8475]

Maybe the best project you have done

[@rconly5787]

Brass links wheel weights on the inner beadlock ring

[@MikeRCWorld]

That is great project 👍👏😎 great and heavy, niiicee

[@stevenmorgan999]

I love this idea!

[@StudQBeefpile]

Please slap the Traxx and a snowplow on it once it’s done. It might make a heck of a winter driveway-clearing monster back here in the Midwest!

[@robsadler7094]

Exo-cage. You got fab skills

[@bonedigggss]

I didn't know i needed this series lol

[@rcpwolf7892]

nice upgrade👍👍👍👍nice vid

[@atomicbusdriver2151]

You could talk to a local jewelry casting shop to talk about casting your 3d printed parts in bronze or brass. If you really want to go to the moon, start molding things like the stock sliders, inner fenders etc... Think parts that are fairly symmetrical, so you can get multiple parts cast from one mold. After that, you should think about tungsten. Should be easier and cheaper to get than depleted uranium. 🤪

[@oldironsfury]

Love the strain lifting the bin ! 👍😂👍

[@gibsonlife573]

Good job man

[@MikelangeloPhoto]

get some flex seal and 1/4oz lead weights and mount them EVERYWHERE. :) getting over 18lbs should be easy-peasy.

[@danielzilles1794]

With all the weight you could shoegoo/e6000 dry wall tape the body for better durability and more weight.

[@GrimJerr]

I feel a sense of weird synchronicity, I bought a set Of Aluminum and Brass Vitavon Axles for a TRX-4 (Bronco or Sport) I haven't even purchased yet. I have a special project in mind also, but not a behemoth.

[@timbabcox6581]

Out of all these brass parts, which are the ones that you would recommend, as far as upgrades go? I'm completely new to this so I'm not exactly sure if any of these upgrades are good. Thank you!

[@josephmasi2735]

Awesome video! The only thing you missed was the Brass Monkey !!

[@bryanowens4048]

Add working lights, a fan on the motor/speed controller, and a sound box to it that will add some weight.

[@tykelly310]

Lol! Love what you are doing and yes absolutely ridiculous but fun to watch. I'll say final weight 16lb10oz.

[@hotheadedfilmshhf6734]

The black and copper does look badass

[@mikebird8290]

Great idea for a very interesting video THANKYOU SIR 🇬🇧🇺🇸💯✊

[@crazygrc528]

I gotta to say. It looks cool. I’m not a brass guy typically

[@1957fuzz]

I want to see some carnage after all the brass is installed lol This is gonna be great 👍

[@alphamale1568]

Add some hidden stick-on weights inside the tires to the brass wheel clamp rings. No one will be the wiser. : )

[@markstopczynski5869]

Lol great video, don't forget brass links. I'm sure you could get it up to 16 17 pounds pretty easy could always sneak some fishing weights in there to. If you don't need those shock mounts send them my way would work good on my sport and eliminate my body mounting issue for cliff hanger body.

[@jerryvolpini7987]

Send it!!! Bahahaha! I see the faithful following your lead 😆

[@HonkeyKongH]

Stick on automotive wheel weight to the bottom of the skid plate, did that to mine, works like a charm

[@chrismccarthy5984]

You can also get brass front differential and rear differential support rods 👍

[@MrNobody-bv4ec]

Could do one of those motor relocation kits that puts it further forward then adds a gear housing to run a small drive shaft to the transfer case. Bet that entire assembly would add on quite a bit of weight and also shifts that motor over your front axle.

[@rylanshelton9408]

Buy some sticky wheel weights and remove the tires. Line the rims in the middle with the wheel weights equally and put the tires back over the rims with beadlocks on. For about $14 bucks for 2 set's for all 4 rim's. All my RC crawlers have aluminum rims with wheel weights. My trx4 weighs 14.0 pounds after my brass upgrade but I'm also 4s with a 130a brushless esc. I use that same transmission and I can go over 40mph so I'd say it's pretty tough lol

[@ron7836]

crazy idea and I love it. my guess for weight is 13

[@htownking24]

Brass steering link, brass 4 link front and rear. Rear steer with all the brass stuff like the front? Lead scale jerry cans, a winch? 25ish pounds final weight.

[@JJ78n]

“Birch wood/Casey brass black”would help hide the brass. You heat the brass up and dab the solution on the brass and it chemically turns the brass black.

[@TheAirforce14]

Use to always put weights in the wheel between rim and foams

[@rc-ingaroundamerica8792]

I was going to mention rear axle c hub adaptors an covers but you mentioned them already, aren't there metal body post braces available as well, get Matt to build a styrene interior that you can add weight to the bottom of, an add weight the the chassis like your burnout Challenger had

[@pcx4545]

Interesting project considering that it maybe isn't going to perform pretty well in rock crawling or trails but it can be a champion in tug-o-wars and sled pull competitions

[@khrisyeet8022]

You could wrap the wheels with lead before you put your foams on, or add lead sinkers in the tires where the foam doesn't fill. You could hollow out the foams and install lead.

[@MTCKIE68]

Best update the servos for sure, and a much more powerful motor. Got a feeling that your electronics are going to get pretty hot from working harder.

[@Shkieletor]

Husky links from Club 5 RC and PROPDRIVE v2 4258 500KV Brushless Outrunner Motor from HobbyKing (i run that in mine TRX-6)

[@thor_4017]

It would be fun to see this against stock in loose snow, soft sand and mud.. with snowplow and studded tires/chains the extra weight would help it puch more snow.

[@Mtbmi]

Make some super heavy interior out with all the scale accessories for the weight!

[@oldmanrc3252]

Same as my bronco well my trx4 bronco it’s a little over 14lbs the only thing is just the motor burns 🥵 very easy lol 😂,,,,, eny good suggestions on a more strong motor than the stock ones?? Lmk thanks

[@RCRitterFPV]

Thought you were doing lead shot in the tires... this is great content, always wondered what you Could do..

[@joesmith4222]

How much does the real Bronco weigh, and what's 1 tenth of that? You wouldn't be able to pick it up, right?

[@philster3451]

Can you get a brass block and put it in the forward battery tray?