Metal 4X4 RC Truck Awesome - Virhuck High Speed Climbing - TheRcSaylors

[@A_Man_In_His_Van]

So I've had mine for 2 days now, and love it! It came with 3 pinions, had a 22, 24, and a 26 installed. I changed to the 24 to reduce the speed a lil bit, and get more torque. The tool kit is nice to get, and overall I like the quality. The only weak spot will be the driveshafts, I have already ordered them. I am using 2000mah 2s drone lipos I got at Walmart, and it runs so long I get tired before the battery goes dead. I haven't timed it but it's almost an hour. They come with upgraded metal gear differentials, but there are some plastic gear in the transmission. I backed mine off a little as it was locked. Also it comes with aluminum 12mm hexes, and full ball bearings, which was nice, and fit and finish was good. I like the transmitter, and the wheel has velvety soft foam so it's comforting to drive lol one more thing, the shocks are just bouncy springs, I will be upgrading those to good oil units, aluminum driveshafts (all4)and a brushless 380 size setup. Otherwise I'm very happy, and I can't believe I got it for $40 it's a deal at $100. They are $45 on eBay so anyone thinking if one snap it up. I'm actually thinking of buying another one to keep new in the closet.

[@livewire2987]

I have both the Wltoys and the JJRC, just ordered Virhuck today for $42 with free shipping on eBay after watching your video, can’t wait. The JJRC is all ball bearings slipper clutch and metal gears front and rear and metal 12mm hex hubs on my buggy and Wltoys is not. Both are great at a great price, I’m hoping the Virhuck will be the same if not better. I have modified the Wltoys because it was the first one I got, brushless is the way to go with after market servo. Have not touched the JJRC and may not it’s great for crawling and still fast. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK YOU GUYS! Ps..... thank you to my wife for letting me get all three 😘

[@MSPhotography90]

2 videos in 24 hours! Dang you guys are working really hard, love seeing the notification that a video has been uploaded from you guys!

[@TheRcSaylors]

Thanks a lot :-) Yeah we are just really enjoying the hobby and love making videos for everyone. Plus this truck is just so awesome!

[@MSPhotography90]

Yeah I can tell, i've been practicing fpv lately and i can tell im getting better and more confident with everything i do :)

[@ahmetvaliamiri6849]

Love to see you guys back in business 😍😍😍😍😍

[@FarrellMcGovern]

I have the Virhuck V01 as well. I have been running it here with a couple Floureon 7.4V 30C Lipo batteries...and it is *FAST* with a 30C battery! There is another "brother" in this family of trucks, the Feiyue FY03 Eagle 3. I *think* the original was the Feiyue, and they are all copies of the FY03. There is also the FY07, which is the *Brushless* version of the Feiyue FY03. And there are lots of replacement and upgrade parts available for them...including a complete metal replacement front end and rear end, along with full metal gears and shafts for the drive train. Of course, by the time you have done all that work, it has doubled the price of it...but if you do it incrementally, then it's not too bad for the wallet, I guess. :-)

[@BoyJorgey]

I've had the 12428 since I first saw you guys review it. Got it upgraded with some metal parts and all metal gears and I am still loving it! The electronics are still alive after 2+ years except the battery so I got it upgraded..and here I am right now binge watching your reviews again..

[@DrWark]

Did you ever upgrade the servo?

[@rodsquires1737]

thanks for all you do it does really help when you do these test. i llike that you keep it real and tell the truth about all the cars and trucks you test that means a lot to me

[@karlp.9171]

I know this video has been out for a while, but I think this calls for a vehicle ground combat session like those that they have in the rc airplane world! Love the channel and the family friendly integrity. I can watch your channel with my 5year old.

[@josediosdado4727]

I just found this channel, it’s awesome. Good job guys

[@TheRcSaylors]

Thanks so much :-)

[@DanWhitacre]

I have a couple of ideas for a three way competition. 1. A smooth course to test for speed, like the one at RCS fest. 2. King of the hill competition, fastest up the big hill, you may have to pull some weeds. 3. Bricks stacked randomly for a crawl test. 4. Something to drag behind, small wagon, see how many water bottles each could pull.

[@stuntdubl2465]

What a great video! I can’t imagine 3 people would give a thumbs down. They must be drone or plane lovers. Sign me up for the comparison video. I’d love to see the basics. As you said, speed for sure, but also acceleration. I think the only way to put those aspects in perspective is to put them on a scale as well.

[@telephony]

Wow! That is a totally *AWESOME* R/C truck!!! :-) Most definitely a home run -- and a good one! At least a three-run homer; possibly a grand freakin slam!!! Yes, please do a vid featuring all three trucks. 1: The BIG hill climb challenge (not the little {mainly UK term for kitty cat; five letters, starts with P and ends with Y} hill). 2: Ramp challenge. 3: Speed challenge (just use a watch or clock with a second hand on it to calculate the winner -- GPS is not necessary. Watch holder stands at the "finish line" of course). 4: Grass & weed challenge (place all three trucks, one at a time, in such a position that they'll have to traverse progressively taller grass and possibly face off with dangerous weeds). 5: Doughnut challenge (place all three trucks, one at a time, in such a position that they'll have to do doughnuts on an asphalt or concrete surface). The truck that does doughnuts most easily and prolifically is declared the winner -- the doughnuts can be done in either forward or reverse -- whichever works out better for the individual truck).

[@rcpete7055]

Such a nice guy Nate😊 you didn't criticise when Abby kept falling but she was negative when you rolled once😊 as you said just having fun😊👌 Awesome guys thanks for all you hours of work/RC Fun😊😊😊

[@racerboom3389]

70/30 trigger throw is what most racers prefer and what you'd find on high end transmitters. It allows much finer control over the throttle range, as such precision is less critical for braking. You would need to recalibrate the ESC if you're switching between 50/50 and 70/30 modes.

[@nathanhunzeker6033]

I bought that 12428 (only $52) for my son....and was so impressed I wanted another for me. lol. All 3 of those look great!

[@omicrondec]

Where'd you find it for so cheap?

[@nathanhunzeker6033]

@@omicrondec I found a guy on eBay selling it new, still in box. Took a while to get it since he was in Vietnam. I'm still impressed how tough it is for that price!

[@jayi.6448]

Thank you guys for the great videos! This is a very cool RC! A 3-1 video would be awesome! Tug of war, speed test, drag race (both driving at the same time), speed hill climb, "which vehicle can drive with a raw egg on board w/o cracking it."

[@Benjamin_Reese]

I didn't even know the V01 had a metal body when I ordered mine! I was so surprised and happy! They all have different motors in them though! I think the 12428 has a 540, the jjrc has a 390, the Virhuck has a 380.

[@TheRcSaylors]

Awesome, thanks for the motor size tips!

[@briangalway2837]

theonly benreese uh ya it does has a 390 motor

[@bryanbryant9962]

13:47 Definitely a video with all 3 variants of this truck would be very interesting! The coolest feature of this one is the metal body. I really liked how the paint sparkled in the sun.

[@beast_slayer-bf9yg]

Bryan BryanT do you know when thair going to do it

[@bryanbryant9962]

"do you know when thair going to do it" No, I don't.

[@newcode14]

We put some 20mm hub extenders on my brother's WL Toys version. Gave it a wider stance and it is even more fun. Flips a lot less.

[@secretagb]

3-way crawl-off! Consisting of several main events. Chalk lines at 0 and 100ft on that asphalt and drag race. Speed climb from road edge to the top of the hill at the big tree, up to 4 attempts, take best time. Kenevil-Ramp jump over your other RC trucks, start with two or three, add one each jump until you can't make it over any more.

[@SteveSoper1979]

13:47 Wiser words have never been spoken. Great work guys.

[@lylekehrer6159]

Y'all should do all three, all very similar. Maybe get a stack of cups. Definitely do the ramp! Then have them land and plow through some packing peanuts - I think that'll be cool to see. I like the look of this truck, the shinny red. I have both Deadbolts and got a hitch receiver for one, plan on making a trailer to haul the Cajun Comander. Thought that'll be good enough for me, but I might have to get this one too.

[@Thecaptnjp]

Hi my friends! Here's my crazy idea - How about setting up a launching ramp on cement or smooth pavement, determine a distance away that each truck reaches top speed when it reaches the ramp. Of course, to measure the top height that each truck achieves, a hovering drone (like your Spark) off to the side could document it - and would be really cool to do some slow-mo of the lauch, etc. Then for landing area, probably an area like tallish grass to soften it somewhat. Take good care! JP

[@hollyhillrc]

I'm a bit late to this video but really enjoyed it. I have just treated myself to the newer upgraded Feiyue FY03H brushless version of this buggy. It's essentially the same but now has a better esc, tires and really cool black wheels. I probably won't receive it before Christmas, but it will be a great RC to start the new year with. Have a wonderful christmas and a fun packed RC new year 😊🎅👍👍

[@Thestudiedtheist]

I like it for the price. I have watched about 200 of your videos in the last few days and I’m overwhelmed by all the buggies and such but I do like this one.

[@NighthawkGliders]

Um... yes, please! That is a spiffy one, indeed! I love the metal body, I love the look, I love the detail, I love its ambidextrous transmitter. Tool kit is nice, but they should change that out for lights! This is a grand slam! 😀

[@TheRcSaylors]

You should check out our Pinned comment before you pull the trigger on this ;)

[@bikesrc4642]

Keeping me occupied during lockdown 💯👌 " wicked job ✌️ nice truck 🤠 all the best 👌

[@Ben-311]

Awesome! Love the aluminum!

[@TheRcSaylors]

We are huge fans of this truck :-) Definitely check out our Pinned comment for an amazing deal!

[@michaelinsc9724]

Definitely need all 33 in a video. Tests could be speed, stability (flip resistence), ramp jumping, hill climbing and of course, best dust storm.

[@didactylos4diddy474]

It's a good truck with a better controller than the 12428 but I don't see any advantage of having the metal body. Tool kit is nice though Not being a basher, I'm not that bothered by relative top speeds and the speed switch has little relevance for me. The shocks _look_ exactly the same which means it will need oil filled ones fitted and probably, long-term, will need transmission fixes and replacements. I use my 12428 as a light trail truck and at walking pace, with the throttle trim turned way down, get 30+ minutes from the stock li-ion battery which equates to about a mile of fairly easy trailing. If this or any of the other similar trucks can beat that I'd be interested..... However, in your current circumstances, I don't suggest and would not advise that such a test is carried out for a while yet :)

[@spicywater9747]

didactylos4 diddy4 it wont brake as easy

[@cateyesaerial7703]

If some one buys one of these, you better know kow to fix it. I own the green one and I had to replace most of the gears with aftermarket ones because they broke. Its an awesome truck and I love it but if youre not a handyman then this truck is not for you. Great video! I love it. Unfortunately this one wont be one I will be getting because I just got a trx 4.

[@Warwick3511]

I remember using a transmitter with a similar throttle adjustment. It gives you more throttle sensitivity range. I used it to limit the reverse range as I was racing back then

[@jtlerch]

You guys are killing it with the videos. I just ordered this one. I was planning to buy one of the other two next week but when I just checked this one Amazon had 16 left so I just jumped on it.

[@mikeupton5406]

Yes a side by side comparison of all three.

[@Icantdrive55]

Love that aluminum truck and all the goodies it comes with. Wow! Needs oil filled shocks for more stability and less rollovers. That would make it closer to hobby grade. Great find!

[@fieldsofdrones3495]

We are excited to see the 3 truck challenge. Have fun yall......😎Ashmee

[@durtydaddytoes9690]

Definitely have to do a video of the 3 but you should definitely do a 3-way drag race a hill climb a bash session and maybe a crawling competition to see which one can crawl and articulate better

[@r3xtz12]

I just ordered the 12428 the day before you put this video out, what a coincidence.

[@tahustvedt]

You guys should visit a track and try driving around a track. So much more fun than driving around randomly.

[@mauricioportillo84]

My personal opinion The Wltoy 12428 is the best of the three RC Cars. Wonderful video congratulations.

[@jasona2516]

Ordered! Can’t wait. Love y’all reviews. Keep it up!!

[@scottharris6423]

I like. I will be buying the red one, for sure . Thxs

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Great review fantastic buggy but everywhere is sold out I'm proper gutted I can't get it must have flew off the shelves when everyone's seen this video 😭😭😭😭 great video guys 👍👍👍👍

[@wiggleworm3869]

I know. When I first saw it on amazon they did not record this video yet. I did not get it because I did not see the potential of this I regret it

[@davidlewis620]

Use a ramp to determine which vehicle jumps the farthest and which truck jumps the highest !! Love your videos and I miss Popeye a lot!!!

[@MarcRCAddict]

Oh I'm liking that, I'm looking forward to watching the rest of this video 👍

[@TheRcSaylors]

:-)

[@moumitakundu3410]

I want to own one of these. It's crazy awesome. Thnx for doing this video. Love you so much. 💓💓

[@micharlflemisteibhdjfhjr2211]

I like all you guys's videos

[@ironj100]

Hill climb Challenge /Tug Of War Let’s go RED METAL

[@I1Meh]

Another great video Nate and Abby

[@TheRcSaylors]

Thanks Luke!

[@br1ann88]

I love that metal look.

[@josephbivins1670]

I just got this truck and it’s a blast, put in FPV

[@rippingj6017]

Hey guys looks fun, like the Red aluminum, definitely do a ramp test, great video.

[@bigjay4142]

Hi nat and Abby congratulations on the baby Cool truck look like lot s fun. I think it would be awesome to do a three truck drag race Or I three truck hill climb to see who got to the top first

[@blackphantom99]

Just subscribed to you guys a week ago, been loving your vids as I catch up lol. You guys do an awesome job! Big hi from Australia ☺️

[@MannyGunzz]

Ordering now looks nice!!

[@TheRcSaylors]

Good luck my friend, this is sold out just about everywhere. I'd love it if you stopped by to check out some of our newer videos! 👍⚓😃

[@junardbatsarpa7686]

Mital 4/4 39

[@stanbrewer6079]

WOW, fast,rugged,climbs,great color, love the metal. Abby quad's do flips on purpose, buggies not so much. 😁😁😆😆. Way fun review, definitely a race off, and climbing. Prime had a meltdown. Fun-fun-fun. 😊got one

[@slysplasteringsly1012]

I love lights. . Play time in the dark . Worth it . All cars should have lights standard . . It's a car

[@torres5775]

Jump test, speed test, crawling test, track test, traction test, reverse test, and lastly... Rollover test! Which one rolls over easiest and which one is best at maintaining CoG! Also, links to suspension/gearing upgrade kits? I have the original one, 12428, and it makes loud grind noise and doesn't go anywhere so I think it's trans gearing? Idk. I love it tho! (when it is operational lol)

[@shoffmann70]

Wow. I just might get one of these wonderful off-road RC trucks. Last time I had an RC truck was a 1980 Radio Shack special. The torque/power was pathetic (NiCad battery). These newer RC trucks can throw some dirt!

[@ismaelyu5]

Good job on trying to compare model clones. More of this plz. But one complaint on Nate.. i dont see 2 speed setups. As far as the car reacts in the video the switch just resets the "Zero on Bind" so u can get more precision in the 70/30 on the throttle uphill

[@lifewithtech9579]

This is like the 12428, love the aluminum

[@slysplasteringsly1012]

Please do a shootout between all 3 cars . I just bought a 12427/8. Great truck . Thanks for the great reviews guys

[@bigdog1476]

I just love your videos, just out having a blast, awesome life.

[@Mastertech6]

Nice truck but the spring suspension just bounces all over and rolls over.. wonder if you can upgrade shocks? GREAT to be in the park with you guys feels like im there!

[@TheRcSaylors]

Yeah you could add some grease or something to slow it down a bit, or just new shocks all together. With our Pinned comment price though, how can you go wrong :-)

[@kentuckybeardsman]

I believe the hill climbs are the best on ur truck reviews.

[@user-SgtArmoroldtanker]

That looks like the fastest one I've seen you guys review

[@rockthebase]

I have the WLToys and the Virhuck is on the way, I think the metal Virhuck is cheaper on sale and its a has good upgrades. Thanks, to race them together and add better batteries!

[@AugustWest420]

You guys are my heroes! Can't wait to get my first hobby level truggy. I have the 1st wl toys model that y'all showed and it is still fun! I am thinking 2-300 for a good traxxas or similar starting level digger. I will be reviewing your reviews to help me choose. :) It sure is nice to be back out side and I am going to break out some crazy drones soon. Thanks again .Cyber Hug!

[@Warwick3511]

May be a obstacle trail course (like in the WL toys video you did). this seams to becoming a popular sector of the rtr side of the hobby

[@rickmcdole2389]

You're way over 700 likes. Looks like you owe us a 3-way shootout video. ;)

[@doboy861]

You took my idea! Ramp test! Also a side by side speed test. Again Thanks I just bought one.

[@A_Man_In_His_Van]

Im thinking of either getting the green 12428 with the 540 size motor, or the red one here, and then upgrading the motor/esc with a goolrc brushless kit. But for basically the same money i can get the 2 speed 1:10 one. Idk. Too many choices...but sometimes a little bugger is fun.

[@br1ann88]

Now the metal truck is $20 LESS than the other ones! I don’t want summer to end, I want to play with RCS!

[@TheRcSaylors]

We are sad it's coming to an end too!!!

[@Benny71]

Dang,could not pass up on this one after seeing it on the Wal-Mart link you posted,almost seems too good a deal to be real at that price.I shall see,thanks for the share of this one,looks great😎

[@TheRcSaylors]

I sort of thought the same thing but it looks like they are just trying to get it out of stock. Probably just don't realize the true gem that they have. I think I'll be ordering a back up as well at that price ;-)

[@Benny71]

Thanks for sharing the great find 🙌

[@flyinbrianhutch3371]

Abby said tires were sticky do a slow craw up increasing angles to see the grip...😛

[@TheRcSaylors]

That's a good idea :) If we could find the perfect spot to do that, I think we'd definitely give it a go!

[@TheRcSaylors]

We just found this for $45! Check it out here: goo.gl/UYZcTe

[@twain772]

Saylors: do you know if it comes in any other color since i dont like red?

[@DFDuck55]

Honest RC: Virhuck web site doesn't show any color options. Pull the body off, give it a very light sanding, and paint it whatever color you want :> At 45 bucks you could get two, paint them different colors, and have races!

[@RobPAHC]

Awesome! Good find, thanks guys!

[@bjbollier1010]

Wow great deal, just picked it up. I alread have the JJRC version because of the Saylors!

[@calvarycustoms6681]

So in the side-by-side-by-side Buggy Competition, maybe rather than call it a “Three-Way” challenge, you can just call it a “Menage a Track”... 🤔 Nope, on second thought, that’s simply too corny. 😋

[@jasonsaez3668]

Great video guys!!! Love the looks and the features of this truck, and the price.....amazing! You should do a 3-way comparison doing Solo cup bowling!!!

[@MightyistheRCGamer]

My Traxxas VXL transmitter has that 70 30 switch you have to program it in the ESC i guess because it will go into reverse as well for me when switching the switch

[@gentlejake605]

thank you for posting kinda had a rouph day love the vids keep it up put a smile on my face lmao

[@jamesmarler3939]

That’s what I’m talking about I like that one especially it having metal on it, I think differently a speed test and and see which one could make it up the hill the fastest, great job guys I probably going try to pick that one up but I have too let a light bar for it LoL 👍👍

[@richardbrayman6986]

I'm poor but I enjoy the heck out of watching your videos your a very cute couple keep rcing

[@ObedYah561]

Great video. Try running a 5200 High Discharge Lipo in any one of those, my wl12428 electronics and motor lasted over a year, before a friend ran I’d wide open for 45 min. Totally melted the motor and esc. Make a video of modifying the wl12 or others with scale bodies... Great show love the family theme..

[@pip6069]

this looks more like the Feiyue FY03 than the WLtoys one, nice video too!

[@momo.ru-kun]

Both Virhuck and JJRC have metal internals. For the Virhuck the battery runtime might be less than the two since it is carrying more weight.

[@BigAlFPV17]

Great truck. A definite 5 stars :)

[@YellowRoseDrones]

Catching up on your videos this week. I like when Popeye chases.

[@TheRcSaylors]

Make sure you check out our Pinned comment on this video, and enjoy catching up! You'll love tonight's video in that case ;-)

[@RS4393]

I'm absolutely going to HAVE TO go get me one.... Great review y'all.

[@silverado9964]

Good review. I like the new look, Maybe needs a nice set of oils shocks.

[@jamesgruhn-n0dfi647]

Rock crawling skills

[@TheRcSaylors]

:-)

[@joemac8998]

that one is defo the best 2 speed and seems like more torque also nice vid keep up the great work from dublin ireland

[@markstehle7169]

I noticed the light buckets are predrilled for lights already, it would be easy to add lights to it.

[@twain772]

Saylors: SkyRC makes the GPS you used to have, Dynamite makes one also but it is 100 bucks.

[@TheRcSaylors]

Just found a copy of our GPS for around $60 or so. Going to give that a shot.

[@twain772]

good luck! what brand is it

[@AugustWest420]

Great driving Abby!!

[@kd5byb]

Hi Nate and Abbey! Can you comment on the material used in the drive train? Are the gears plastic or metal? My son and I managed to strip out both the forward and rear differential gears in our WL Toys 12428. Metal replacements are on the way so we'll fix it eventually. :)

[@rbigg]

Love your channel. I know I'm late to the game, but did you ever did that 1x1x1 challenge with these cars.

[@TheRcSaylors]

Thanks! No we did not because Traxxas ended up filing a lawsuit against this company because of their radio looking too much like theirs.. Traxxas has sued a lot of companies since weve been in the hobby ☹

[@rbigg]

TheRcSaylors Wow, that kinda suck, was looking forward to it. Keep up the great work though. I saw your channel about a year back when y’all were covering the drones and I thought I hit the subscription button. Made sure I did it now though. Thanks again.

[@ironj100]

So Mr Nate How Kool is This Truck it loooks great. Is it Hobby Grade it’s Amazing loooking.

[@karengoodski2559]

🔥🔥🔥 nice truck

[@jmills151]

Pls do a all three video I wanna see them race

[@markattardo]

Cool truck, fun vid!

[@jaysrcunboxingsreviewsandv2195]

I own it too, it's an awesome vehicle

[@TheRcSaylors]

Sweet! Glad you like yours too :-)