Kyosho Scorpion Speed Test - Tamiya Torque Tuned Motor - It's Faster Than You Might Think!

Hello and welcome to this Speed Test of my new Kyosho Scorpion Re-release 1/10 RC Buggy. The Scorpion is totally stock. The kit doesn't come with an ESC or motor, so I fitted a spare Tamiya Torque Tuned brushed motor and Tamiya TBLE-02s Electronic Speed Controller (ESC).
My similar Tamiya buggies fitted with the same ESC & motor combination only managed about 18mph. I'm not giving anything away, but I was astounded by how much faster the Kyosho is!!! It may have higher gearing, but somehow it also retains excellent acceleration, too!
I hope you stick around for the fun run at the end where I also track the buggy closely so you can hear the awesome sound the car makes.
As ever, a massive shout out to Rob Brennan RC for filming the test.
Thanks for watching!
About the 2014 Kyosho Scorpion:
Following the original design, the Scorpion 2014 features a new two-piece die-cast aluminum gearbox with differential gears. In addition, the included slipper clutch protects the transmission as well as delivers efficient traction that takes the Scorpion’s control feel and durability to a new higher level. Precision 48 pitch gears reduce traction pulsation for direct driving control characteristics while the flat under surface of the countersunk chassis has no protruding screw heads for minimal contact resistance and scraping, resulting in higher durability. Stainless shafts combine with aluminum cylinders in the oil shocks for smooth stroke from top to bottom and running performance worthy of a true racing buggy.
Like the original Scorpion, the 2014 version is packaged as an unassembled kit, but nearly all tapping screws and nuts have been replaced with the improved lightweight and security a hex screws.

[@thunderstormrc]

Thats a well made brushed motor. A lot of brushed motors you find in rc cars are rubbish, finding a good brushed motor can make a big difference in performance.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Yes, I agree, the Torque Tuned is my go-to budget motor, always perform well and a good step up from a stock silver can for a decent price. Definitely recommended by me! Thanks for the comment and all the best.

[@RCBirds]

Cool Mark. There's a reason why Kyosho won the world championship back in those days with this car. The Kyoshos are such unbelieveble fast cars, just out of the box. Thanks for testing and proofing👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi dirk and thanks for the cool comment! Oh yes, I can see why Kyosho won the world championship, this buggy is just awesome even with that cheap Tamiya motor fitted. I'm happy with the speed as it is so we'll just leave it alone and have fun with it. Thanks for watching my friend! 😎👍

[@ianat5016]

Excellent 👍 25mph you have got to be pleased with that Have a good weekend

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers Ian, you got that right, 25 mph is impressive for a torque tuned motor! Wishing you a great weekend to my friend 🙂👍

[@thecontractor365]

Phew ! Thank god you didn't roll this piece of beauty. My guess of 20mph was miles out, but I guess I was basing that on the Torque Tuned motor. As you mentioned in the video mate, it had to be the gearing that was producing the extra speed. Torque Tuned motors can't reach 25mph. It's the same with my XR311 with it's silver can. It can definitely outpace Hornets, Lunchboxes and some other basic Tamiya's and I put that down to the gearing. Yes, what a beautiful sound this makes on tarmac. Awesome. Shout out to camera man Rob...👍🏻. Enjoy the rest of the weekend pal...👍🏻🙂👍🏻🙂.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello and good evening my friend! Oh yes I'm so glad I didn't roll this one on tarmac, that wouldn't have gone well! Yes I think it was the gearing that made the difference but it's still strange that the acceleration was so strong. My other buggies with the same motor only managed about 18 mph! My racing fighter with with a 13 turn brushless motor only managed 23 mph. I can't get my head around it! Anyway all good because this thing is definitely fast enough for me as it is! Thanks for the great comments as always and as ever wishing you a great weekend. Cheers! 🤝🙏👍😎

[@4cmjohn8]

Lightning fast! Tricky to control this rocket of a car, but you did fantastic as always! Great job Mark and Rob! Way to shake those wheels 😂, good ending 👍😄👏👏👏🤗💖!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Yes, Mark is the benchmark for RC Videos!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Oh yes Christine this buggy is certainly fast enough for me! Any faster and I'd be crashing all over the place 😅. Glad you enjoyed the ending with the wobbling wheels. Thanks as always and all the best my good friend 😎🙏👍

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Christine, it's YOUR turn... I need you to check your email, this could be BIG

[@4cmjohn8]

@@MarkBryanRC 😁🤗

[@barrysrcdump3557]

Sounding sweet there dude. 👌👏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Sure does, Bazza! You can tell I'm in love with this buggy, can't you? I can't thank you enough, I don't think I would have been able to get one for a long time. Even with the Tamiya can in there it's fast enough to get into trouble. All the best, dude! :)

[@MauzyrockRC]

Well since my first buggy ( Wild One BHM) I started having so much fun. I was curious about the Kyoshos. What fun looking rig! Thanks 👍👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi my friend, it's great to hear that you're having fun with your first buggy, but then I'm not surprised because you chose a great one! Yes this Kyosho is fantastic too, I highly recommend it, something to look into in the future. All the best from Mark 👍 😎

[@rexrcs]

yessir, I like the torque tuned motors, lots of torque like the name suggests, great for higher tooth gearing, and runs cooler than sport tuned it seems

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Rex 👋! Yeah I am a big fan of the torque tuned motor and it's good value for money 💰! Great performance for the money. Take care my friend 🙃👍🤝

[@gavinboulton6878]

Awesome, great video! Keep thinking of getting a Scorpion one day, since young I've always wanted an up market buggy (never had a decent kit but was always into RC as a kid where I could afford). 40 odd years later I might just treat myself!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Gavin and thanks for the comment! Well, I had a break from RC for about 20 years and I'm so glad I got back into it. The Scorpion would be an awesome buggy to start with again 👌 it's just a high quality kit indeed. I hope you do treat yourself! All the best from Mark 👍

[@mad-beerc3818]

Fairly quick and look damn lush Mark👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers James! Yes it is certainly fast enough for me, mate! All the best! 😊👍

[@fireuprc5693]

25 mph on a 540! that's amazing mark. I was not expecting that kind of speed😆sounds awsome to! I managed to get my TT01 up to 23 on a NiMH by using a 550 can but this is very impressive:) all the best mate

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi mate 👍 and thanks for the great comment! Yes I was amazed by the speed too. 23 on a TT01 is pretty impressive my friend! I have yet to try a 550, sounds like a good plan 😋 all the best to you too! 🙂👍

[@theneohobbyist]

Man - watching these videos makes me want to pick up one of these over yet another Tamiya.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello and thanks for taking the time to comment! Yes I have really enjoyed this buggy even though I am a big Tamiya fan. Wishing you a great weekend! 👍

[@barrycheesemore2928]

Wow, 25mph, definitely faster than I was expecting!! Looks and sounds great too:)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Barry - yes I was surprised too! It felt quite fast but it was nice to confirm it with a spped test. Have a great weekend! :)

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

OMG Mark!! Raymond finished the first of two replacement Dragon A5 pieces... He found Steel too difficult for the small contours, so he went with Aircraft Aluminiuminium. He sent pictures, it's a work of ART!!! 😲❤😊 He's putting the finishing touches on it, then starting the other..... Which of course will be YOURS!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi carmine, wow Raymond sounds like a fine craftsman! Aircraft aluminium sounds awesome. Don't worry if you can't get one to me, I'll just enjoy seeing yours when it's done! All the best my friend!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@MarkBryanRC Don't forget, even though we're keeping our "home" in Petrol and desperately saving up for Security Deposit and moving expenses.... We're not paying Rent! As long as it's less than about $20 to ship, you're getting one. 😊👌 Raymond isn't a RC Guy, but is a precision Machinist..... He saw on the A5 part I sent him, and copy of the Manual, that Screw Pins fit the Arms. So he put M3 x 50 threads in those Pin Holes. He also went on Evilbay, and looked at a Hot Racing A5, for ideas. .... He decided that the HR part looked "too clunky", and should be smoother looking. (Like me, an OCD perfectionist!) 😜 The material looks thick enough that in your case, you might be able to use the same Pins you've got, without the Spacers.... I'm giving you the opportunity to make another interesting Video, plus I need to see how you'd sort it. I asked him if I could get them anodised Blue... I won't tell you his answer, but it was a bit vulgar!! 😅🤣 So they will be bare, but Clearcoated with Epoxy Paint. I think you'll like it. He is as good a Machinist as he is a Guitarist!! Cheers me Midlands Brother!🍻

[@2stroke4me]

Nice to start the video with a wheelie :D 40 km/h is not bad at all! Nice bit of extra footage :) Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend guys!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello Hubertus 👋 and thanks for the kind wishes 😊. Hehe glad you enjoyed the opening wheelie! It was the old bottle in the road that caused it! I was really pleased with the top speed as you can see. I hope your weekend went well too. Take care my friend 😎👍

[@forzahorizon5_xpert_1]

Hey love your videos. keep it up. keep posting. Take care & Wish you a Happy day 😃

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much! Have a great weekend! 👍

[@theoagrc]

Love it Mark! I think the motor and gears along with those tyres makes it sound awesome on the Asphalt! I have those tyres on my Raiders and the rebuild one with a Carson Sports Tuned in have a lovely sound too. Great speed on that LiPo dude! What an awesome RC 👍🏻😎

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Craig 👋 and thanks very much my friend! Good to hear that yours sound as nice as this! I need to try one of those Carson motors too. Wishing you a great weekend mate 👍

[@UncleBobsRC]

Craig, I just said you have to be dying, it sounds like a Tie-Fighter flying past at speed. LOL

[@asmrrelaxationtv8673]

Wonderful. Thank You For sharing. have a good day!❤👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you! You too!

[@SpeccyMan]

That is a nice looking buggy. 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers Nick, yes I'm really pleased with the way this one came out! Wishing you a great weekend, all the best! 😊👍

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

25mph that’s pretty damn good, I was thinking about 22 but you’d probably get that on a normal nimh pack. Looked good , sounded good! Very nice mark

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Andy, yep it is a pretty good speed and I was quite surprised when I looked at the speed metre as, like you, I was also expecting about 21 ish! I'm sure you're right about the speed with ni-mh pack. Glad you enjoyed it fella take it easy! 👍

[@HaydadRC]

Wooooww you were right about the sound, it was wicked! That’s a real good top speed I’d say! Great content Mark!👍😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Jeremy, it's good to hear that you agree with me about the sound! I've had lots of comments about it sounding like a supercharger or a jet engine! Whatever it sounds like, I like it! Wishing you all the best my friend. Cheers! 😎🤝👍

[@RcNickster709]

Woah Mark!! Easy. Although I can understand why. The road is so Narrow there 😂🤣😁You're right the tires do sound mean on the road. Thanks for sharing bud. :)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Haha, thanks Nick! You know me, I never take it easy! I was driving too fast how to make a U-turn on that road and and just had to use a bit of the rough stuff! Glad you enjoyed the sound and I think it was the tyres making most of the sound. It's me that should be thanking you for watching buddy! Cheers! 😎👍

[@hollyhillrc]

It does sound really good. Have a nice weekend Mark 😀😀👍🏼

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, my mate Derek, glad you agree about that noise! You too, have a good 'un!

[@tiborvon]

25 mph, that was cool Mark. And i agree, it did, sound brilliant. I am also thinking it is mainly tyre noise, top stuff matey 👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers Tibs, yeah I was pleasantly surprised by the speed mate! Fast enough for me my friend! All the best 👍

[@peterhootonrc1498]

Hi Mark looks great and sounds great. She looks great fun to drive. Never really looked at Kyoshos in the past but have definitely put them on my wish list. What super cars they are. Great video again Mark and loved the action shots at the end. Best wishes and take care

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much Peter! Glad you like both the look and the sound of this fantastic buggy. No, I've always been into Tamiya too and and never really looked at kyosho, mainly due to the high price. However, when you look into what you get in their kits, they work out good value for money. I totally recommend this RC car. Thank you for the kind words, best wishes to you too, take care my friend. 😎 👍

[@RoosterRC]

Its one of the best looking buggies out there. Always nice to see in action! Have a nice weekend Mark!

[@MarkBryanRC]

I got to agree with you on that, Marcus! Glad you enjoyed it my friend 😊 My weekend was good thanks, hope yours is too! 🤞🤝👍

[@RoosterRC]

@@MarkBryanRC it was great, thank you!

[@andrewmagro7703]

i loved watching this go around and picking up mud all through the knobby's looked awesome Mark ,btw, -Hi Rob :-) i think im getting me a go-pro and start to take them out too as, whats the good on the shelf and as i know there great fun and yes the sound of these are superb , super chuffed to have watched this video Guys Thank you :-)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks, Andrew! Rob says "Hi" too! Good to hear about the GoPro, you won't regret it, it's an amazing camera and will do you proud. Definitely need to keep these RC cars running, it's what they were made for! Super chuffed that you enjoyed it, mate! Thanks again! :O)

[@ShenRC]

That's the same set up I have in mine! They do go quick and sound like a fighter jet!! Nice test Mark.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Steve! Great minds think alike (or we both had a spare Torque Tuned in the box!) All the best my friend! 👍

[@jone7940]

That's such a cool looking colour scheme Mark. And I think you matched the motor well to the gearing and car weight. I have a torqued tuned motor on my vintage Fox and its equally surprising how fast and responsive it is. I thought it was an odd freak motor until I watched this video.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Jon and many thanks for the support as always! I agree the motor is well matched to this car, I'm a big fan of the torque tuned motor and use it in most of my cars. I don't think it's worth spending the extra money on a sport tuned motor. It's good to hear that you get on well with this motor too. Take care. All the best from Mark. 👍 😎🤝

[@nhansme]

Looks and sounds awesome 👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

I totally agree! Thanks for the great comment, cheers! 😊👍

[@G9RCCar]

nice RC run. perfect shot.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the kind comment! :O)

[@chrisscott3039]

Awesome little buggy that looks like it would be good on a dirt track 👍😎

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers Chris, I'm looking forward to getting this buggy on a nice dirt track with a few jumps! All the best and have a great weekend 😀 👍

[@catcancrunch7260]

That surprised me tbh, I got a torque tuned in my rising fighter and think it was 21mph which I didn't expect, the noise maybe the pitch of the gears as I have a ftx vantage brushless 26mph and sounds really screaming fast lol thanks for your upload mate 👍🙏🐱

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya Cat and thanks once again my friend! Yeah, big surprise to me, too! My DT03 only did 23mph with a 13T brushless motor (on NiMh though). This is faster than it has any right to be! Have a great weekend, mate! :)

[@GreatBirdOfHope]

Torque tuned in a grasshopper is sick too

[@MarkBryanRC]

Yep, I bet it is! It's a decent motor for the price 👌 All the best from Mark 👍

[@GreatBirdOfHope]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks man you too I love your channel!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Great to hear that! Cheers, dude! 👍

[@swissrcvideo]

Excellent speed run Mark 👍 Nice looking buggy and good sound. Subbed with my new channel. Best regards, Thomas (Mooo 😀).

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Thomas, it's fantastic to hear from you again! I was wondering what happened to your old channel and it's great to know that you have a new one. I will be sure to pop over and check it out! I hope all is good with you, take care my friend. 😎 🤝👍

[@Del350K4]

Hello, Mark - what an impressive top speed, and, as you say, a lovely sound too. Tall gearing really pays off here.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Del 👋 yeah the gearing made all the difference mate, I just love this buggy! Sounds like a supercharger! All the best from Mark 👍

[@Del350K4]

@@MarkBryanRCHI, Mark! The gearing allows the buggy to make full use of the extra torque, I suppose. The sound really is reminiscent of the characteristic 'supercharger' whine, isn't it?

[@carlkeig5640]

Great sound from this Mark and bloody quick,would love to have one of these in the collection👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Carl and thanks for the comment. Yep, it sure is fast enough for me! I'm so lucky that Barry sent this to me, it's already one of my favourite buggies. Wishing you a great weekend! :)

[@carlkeig5640]

@@MarkBryanRC yer looks fast enough for me too, have a great weekend Mark and Rob 👍👊

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@carlkeig5640 Cheers, will do! :))

[@BasBoyRC]

25 Mph, quick on that motor against being in a Tamiya.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Mal, yep it really surprised me with the speed, I know it felt quick but seeing the speed on the meter was awesome! Have a great weekend! :)

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hey that's brilliant mate. Only 7mph slower than mine with the brushless set. I did opt for the lower gearing on mine because people had said that these are high geared. Yours didn't look slow off the mark so the standard gearing is obviously fine. Anyway great vid mate. Glad that you've got Rob out with you too. Looks like you did a bit of running for those tracking shots! Hope you have settled into the weekend with a lovely beer. I'm just getting one on the go in a minute. Have a good one mate. Best wishes 😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Pete, thanks for the comment as always! Yeah yeah the top speed on this buggy wasn't too bad considering it's just a run-of-the-mill motor! I think I'll leave it just as it is is and just have fun with it. Yeah I just left the standard gearing as it was and doors I just see how it went. Yes I did have a little jog with the camera, and then a very long rest afterwards! And yeah Rob was good to come out because he got a bit of a cold, you can probably tell if you listen to his voice. I did have a few too many last night, but that won't stop me me having another one tonight! Thanks again and all the best my friend. 👍

[@rccrawlersmid-wales645]

This really is one of my absolute favourites in your collection - it's just so pretty! And I think I've said before your Sheene paint is better than box art, in my opinion. 😎👍 Oh and yes, it even sounds awesome!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Steve - man you are spoiling me with comments today (but of course it's a pleasure to read you!) Well, this rig has quickly become one of my favourites, yes it looks good, but it runs so nicely to boot! Take it easy, dude! :)

[@DustyFingersRC]

Love that paint job, it does sound awesome 👍🏼

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, Damian! Have a smashing weekend, mate! 👍

[@g.b-MTB-trail-jumps3062]

perfect run mate..looking crazy car keep going dude🤩

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks! I'll do my best! 👍

[@rc-dom-uk]

All the kyosho’s I’ve had generally tend to be faster than the Tamiya’s. But that’s usually because they plonk a 14 t in. But yeah my tomahawk was quick👍

[@thehomefront1905]

Tamiya own kyosho, so they use the same motors.

[@thehomefront1905]

Much better off buying Wltoys 144001 £70 does about 32mph , super strong, can handle jumps, these old Tamiya car brake on the 2nd or 3rd run, waste of money. Forget about all that nostalgia bullshit, that time is gone and never coming back, get over it and move on, you dont drive a Cortina anymore so stop playing with the Hornet and frog, if you can't move on you might need to talk to someone about it, I have a friend who suffers with the same shit, he still wears the shoes from from 1983 and thinks its cool. If you need any advice dont hesitate to ask , I'll do my best.

[@rc-dom-uk]

@@thehomefront1905 I love my old cortina . 🤷‍♂️it’s worth a fortune now

[@thehomefront1905]

@@rc-dom-uk And how did I know that my friend?

[@rc-dom-uk]

@@thehomefront1905 you tell me ?

[@AmbientRC]

Man that thing would fly with a 13.5t brushless motor in it.

[@MarkBryanRC]

You got that right my friend! I may try that in the future 🤔 but it will do me for now! Cheers 🍻 🙂👍

[@JF-RC]

Hi there Mark, that Kyosho certainly sounds almost like a super charger whining away! Torque tuned 25mph, that’s is very good indeed! Awesome work. Think I’m going to need to get a GoPro of some kind to try and get some running footage of my RC’s! Just they are a bit expensive. Anyway, take care and best wishes to you and the family 😊😉😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi John and thanks thanks again for always leaving a top comment. I never thought of that, yeah it does sound like a supercharger! I was also amazed that the torque tuned motor propelled this beauty to that speed! Oh yes, I think a GoPro is a good investment in the long run. It might be worth looking for some special offers or for a second hand and camera. I'm sure you will get your money's worth with all the videos you are making. Take care too and all the best to you and your family 👪 😎👍

[@madsrcbuggy]

Oh, man, that was cool, Mark! You forgot to collect guesses but I kid you not, I was guessing 25, but then I thought that was a stupid guess, ha ha! It does sound really nice! What happened with the tyres? I had mine out for the first blast yesterday, it was awful. I think maybe someone had forgot to glue the tyres, ha ha! And the gear cover flew off, luckily all the gears stayed in... I'll try again today or tomorrow, see how it goes. Have a nice weekend there, mate!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Mads! Haha, yeah I did forget to collect the guesses didn't I? I'm really impressed that you guessed correctly, I was expecting about 20 miles per hour so I was happily surprised. Oh there wasn't really problem with the tires, just a bit of scuffing! Great to hear that you got yours out, oh no no you have to glue those soft tyres on the rear! I rarely glue my tyres, but this time I made the right choice. I'm also glad to hear that you didn't lose any gears! Better luck on the next run my friend. I hope your weekend is going well, all the best from Mark. 👍 😎

[@LyhneRC]

That’s pretty amazing speed with that motor, my Neo Fighter is far from doing that. Awesome looking buggy 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you my friend! Yes my racing fighter only managed about 18 mph! And that was with the same motor. I agree this is is a really cool looking buggy! Wishing you a great weekend and my friend! 😎👍

[@petergoodwin2465]

I knew you would love it, on brushless they are animals unless your Rottweiler bites it when the battery died.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Peter, well I for one I'm so happy that you were right. Of course I love it! Haha luckily I don't have a dog so my buggy is just fine! I hope your weekend is going well my friend and, take it easy! 😎🤝👍

[@jalee6587]

I got my plasma edge to 24.2mph on the stock torque tuned motor on 2s and 2 teeth taller pinion over the stock pinion.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Ja, good speed with that setup 👌 well fast enough for me! 😎👍

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

25mph!! 👍👍😁 QUITE impressive, for a 25 turn Motor. I am so in Lust with that Buggy!! 😜👌 It's topping me Someday List. Looks like we're both getting a bit of cooler weather. SO welcome for us!! Chez Nissan doesn't have to run this morning. And yes, I'd like you to check your email!! 😋😂 Something important to me. You look good!! Hope you're feeling well. 👍❤👍 As always, all our best to you and your Family!! Cheers🍻🍺🍺 Mukka! 🇬🇧🇺🇸🙏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi dude and thanks for the comment as always. Yep I was also surprised by the speed and obviously pleased at the same time. Definitely a boogie for the wish list. It's actually getting warmer here, it's like summer already. Good to hear you're getting some cooler weather there. All the best to you and yours, cheers mate. 🍻 🥶👍

[@UncleBobsRC]

Oh she's fast Mark, even with that Tamiya motor, can you see that buggy with a 19 or 15 turn motor? OAG must be dying, that buggy sounds like a Tie-Fighter as it flies by at speed. ATB my friend, to all on the home front!!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya Bob! Yep, fast enough for me, my friend! Hmm, I think I'd soon smash it up with a 19 or 15T installed! I see OAG has seen your comment... hehe, nice one, mate! ATB straight back at ya! :O)

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@MarkBryanRC Ok ok ok, a 23 turn, LOL. Ck your other chat, I sent you a tip. ATB my friend!!

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@MarkBryanRC You'll be fine, Go For It!!! LOL (at your own risk).

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@UncleBobsRC Got it my friend! :)

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@MarkBryanRC Ha, I beat you in posting a TD4 video!!!!

[@alikpuzinalikpuzin]

Hello dear friends! They are very good, kind, intelligent and beautiful people! I want you and your family lots of happiness, health and all good things!💖💐☕🍰🍓🍍😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

That's very kind of you ☺

[@NANNIRC]

Hi Mark, really a nice buggy . Good speed, very good suspensions and steering. What do you want more!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for stopping by, Nanni! Yeah, this is a fantastic buggy in every department! Take care, ciao! 👍

[@FukYoub]

My scorpion has the tamiya sport tuned motor...it's a perfect fit for this car. Out of curiosity, does your scorpion make 'clicking' noises while turning on pavement? I cant find any issues, thinking its maybe front wheels sliding in turns? I really hope it isn't a problem with diff.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Yes I would imaging the Sport Tuned would suit this buggy, it's just that I had the Torque Tuned as a spare! No, I have not had any clicking sounds when turning, or at any other time. I don't think wheels sliding would make a click. I would look at the dog bones and drive cups. Fingers crossed!

[@CeriaTani]

Hadir dan menyimak kakak,salam sukses selalu,n full suport

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much 😀

[@32993771243475]

Which gear ratio did you use? I have a Kyosho beetle re-re and I run 21t brushed motor with the smaller pinion, and found the motor to run hot.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Not sure of the ratio off the top of my head, I just used the standard setting as in the manual. I have fitted a heatsink but don't have any overheating issues! The Torque Tuned motor is 25T. 👍

[@32993771243475]

@@MarkBryanRC i guess that would be the bigger pinion. anyhow, i have a tamiya torque tuned motor laying around. i will give that a shot. thanks for the vid!

[@rcalltypes8230]

Such a nice looking buggy. How hot was the motor, with that gearing. Good top end speed though.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much! I'm pleased with how this buggy came out, it was good fun to experiment with the paintwork. Oh, the motor was fine on this gearing, no overheating issues whatsoever, even after a few battery packs! Thanks again and all the best from Mark. 👍

[@rcalltypes8230]

@@MarkBryanRC I’d be more than happy with it 😎 Have you tried the Sport Tuned motor, in the Scorpion?

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@rcalltypes8230 hi, no I haven't tried a sport tuned yet but I might try some different motors later on. Need to do some shopping first! 🛍 😅

[@rcalltypes8230]

@@MarkBryanRC sounds good 👍🏻

[@jspeedrc]

👍🏽 👍🏽 🇫🇷 Cool

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the kind comment! :)

[@davidhiscock1969]

One day I will hopefully get one of these or a beetle. Certainly looks sweet pretty nippy. I wonder if putting a tamiya sport tuned motor in would give it a boost 🤔. My blitzer project idea on hold as I now have an original Wild One 😜. A little tatty but will come up OK 👍. Need a wild one manual 😉

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi David, yes I totally recommend these buggies or the Beetle on the same chassis. A sport Tuned should add a couple mph more! Cool you got a Wild One. If you watch my Wild One build videos, you can clearly see all steps of the build manual on screen!!! Might help a little! Have a great weekend! :)

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@MarkBryanRC hi Mark. I have already watched those vids on your build. Would be nice if I could get a manual as shocks different etc on original. Have a good weekend too

[@davidhiscock1969]

Found a crack in gearbox casing and tub cracked/broken . New tub coming from rcmart. Bought the engine case and suspension parts tree off the blockhead motors kit . Now fitted silver gearbox and suspension bits 👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@davidhiscock1969 sounds like it's coming along nicely 👌 David. You are going to have a very unique buggy when it's done ✔ 😀

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@MarkBryanRC cheers Mark. It's going to be a hybrid original/ re re I guess 😅. Got a unique upgrade being made for rear suspension/roll cage . Guy that makes alloy parts for the wild one etc liked the idea and will be using it in a new upgrade he is working on . All hush hush lol . Hope you are well my friend 👍 . Just working on an alloy roof panel aswell

[@RoshniTheInspired2]

Very Nice ❤️❤️🙂 New Friends Full Sapport Dear Friends 🤝🤝😍🥰😘😘

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much 😀

[@coopersharp2921]

I made the mistake of putting a brushless motor in it, and it is way to fast! I can hardly controll it

[@MarkBryanRC]

Oh yeah, Cooper, I can imagine this being a real beast on brushless! I gotta say I think the Torque Tuned motor suits it well. Best wishes from Mark...

[@coopersharp2921]

@@MarkBryanRC yeah, I definitely should have gone with the torque tuned motor, but it is funny to do speed runs on smother beaches!

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@coopersharp2921 That's cool, I bet it is tons of fun on the beach, sand flying everywhere off those rear tyres! :)

[@bradkalman2353]

Shen RC has a scorpion and he used to talk tune in and he got almost 27 miles an hour out of it with that motor.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers Brad, I think he said it was about the same as mine 😀 👍