MN Model MN99s, MN96 and D90. My MN rigs Overview.

[@Onisamurai92]

The mn99 I got came with metal drive shafts and connecting rods

[@RunThatRC]

that's good to hear! Glad they keep updating there models.

[@jacksrccars347]

Awesome video . That defender looks great and I bet it performs really well with the brushless system you installed .

[@RunThatRC]

It's ok because its not sensored. A sensored one would be better but its livable.

[@theminiatureconstructionco4556]

I've got a D99 on the way. Can't wait! Very informative video! 👍🇬🇧😄

[@Ynot.LJ8]

How long did It take to come in

[@modelnutty6503]

really like the 6 spoke Fayee rims and tires on my D90, slightly shorter with a square tread profile, and about 7/16" wider footprint. they do decrease ground clearance about 1/8" but its harder to tip it over sideways. the A285004 oil filled shocks are a good fit, use the inner tray holes to mount the tops, cut 3 mm off the lower eyelets. usually about 12 bucks a set of 4 in eBay, the top mounting location tips them in a bit, don't really see it when they're a black set. their springs have threaded collars so you can spin the rears to be a little stiffer for climbing steep in a couple seconds is nice.

[@RunThatRC]

good stuff!

[@modelnutty6503]

thanks David, not done a video here in a while but I've never minded typing kinda long but clear "how to modify" comments all over.... obviously (lmao). there just might be a WPL drift car kit coming out someday soon too I HOPE... WPL owner might have liked my 1st video! gotta hand it to WPL for watching feedback and stepping up their game a bunch, he's made video here in KZbin too.

[@bruinlad]

Sorry for being late to the show. Just wanted to know where you got the truck topper for MN96 if you don't mind? Thank you.

[@RunThatRC]

never to late! These are all stock and came this way so unfortunately I don't know where to get them separately.

[@bruinlad]

@@RunThatRC So the MN96 comes with a topper? I only asked because your other video unboxing it did not show any. It had a rotating machine gun. So I figured you might have gotten an aftermarket upgrade or something similar. Thanks for responding BTW.

[@RunThatRC]

I got the truck names mixed up lol. That top that makes it a truck is from the mn99a.

[@bruinlad]

@@RunThatRC MN99a got it. I hope they still sell spares so I can just that part. Thank you sir!

[@davesmith5016]

Red nail varnish is great for tail lights I have been using the wife's red nail varnish for RC car for about 40 years now

[@RunThatRC]

I do use that sometimes. my wife now hides hers from me hahaha

[@rccrawler70]

Very good video. All three look great.

[@sooperwill]

Great video! My mn99s finally arrived! I'm thinking about upgrading my TX and rx, would you happen to know how to hook up the current light set up to the new receiver?

[@RunThatRC]

The light system on the 99s is all stuck on electronic boards. Easiest way would be to just get a light kit with leds unfortunately.

[@guruhmaulana8740]

@@RunThatRC ohh so the turn signal modules gonna be useless with new esc and receiver? Thank god I didnt buy the modules yet... I thought they're stand alone modules...

[@RunThatRC]

yup. not sure why they made it that way.

[@johnjuan6698]

Good day! Just watched your vid, what's the difference of the mn 90 and mn 99s? Hoping for your reply..thanks!

[@RunThatRC]

they are the same truck basically but the 99s has lights.

[@TeamKaosNZ]

Hey Mate, are the 4 link suspension arms the same for the D90 and the MN99s? Im looking for metal arms for my MN99s but can only find ones listed for the D90? Wondering if they will fit.

[@RunThatRC]

yes the D90 parts fit the 99s.

[@boanderson6716]

Who was getting destracted by the tv of the cars crawling haha

[@Yotapickup95]

Love your content! Im just wondering what kind of material you use to raise the 2 speed? I have a c44km coming and am interested in doing this mod. Thanks

[@RunThatRC]

I use lexan left over from a proline body and also old ID or credit card.

[@waynoo774]

Hey can you help me out please my controller will not connect to the car, the car and controller lights just keep flashing?

[@RunThatRC]

unfortunately with these rtr models it could be a defective board or transmitter (make sure your using new batteries in the transmitter and the trucks battery is charged). I would contact seller if its new or just upgrade electronics if you want the truck to perform better.

[@gustawberg3764]

Здравствуйте, подскажите в чем может быть причина дергания сервопривода? Батарейки в пульте и аккумуляторе заряжены, сервопривода купил новые, но проблема осталась. Сервопривод при повороте дёргается и «колбасится». Может быть причина в стоковом приемнике?

[@RunThatRC]

check esc receiver. It could be bad. unfortunately it's hard to really say whats going on without me seeing it in person.

[@monchito7777]

Thank you for this awesome video and for taking the time explaining all those mods and yes the driveshaft was my first mod on my m99 and my jjrcq65 😎

[@RunThatRC]

yup they aren't up to the task.

[@monchito7777]

I did get the metal axel housing for the m99 hopefully when I get a good chance I will change them .

[@zbenta]

Any tip on how to prevent the MN 99s from tipping (pun not intended)? Mine is kind of top heavy.

[@jacksrccars347]

Thought about attaching some weights to the chassis ? I had to do that with my sendero .

[@modelnutty6503]

Fayee 6 spoke rims+tires are barely shorter and 7/16" wider track. wrap the front pair one if not 2 layers 2 mm solder wire (8 or 16 turns between the tire beads.. I went 2 layers). this lowers the CG, gives wider footing, keeps front down maintaining pulling and steering when climbing steep. the stock tires are a round profile, the Fayee are a square profile AND greater final width, does wonders.

[@RunThatRC]

I just use wheel weights. also adding metal axles and a metal upgrade kit for the gears and driveshafts will add weight down low to help with rollover.

[@modelnutty6503]

@Run That RC David yup, mine has evolved like that, metal gears, axle casings, and drive shafts, A285004 oil shocks, on top of the wider+weighted (front weight only) Fayee 6 spoke rims+tires. bone stock the original kit would side tip or back flip when climbing, pretty easily, now its got "magna-traction" compared to stock.

[@TheMrjt09]

I know this vid is old but you should overlay content of the rigs driving around over your voice so there’s more keeping audience attention. Just a thought

[@christopherantonio3453]

CAN I USE 2430-8200KV BRUSHLESS MOTOR ON my MN99S?

[@christopherantonio3453]

DOES IT FIT WELL ON THE CHASIS?

[@aggressivefish6196]

hi my mn 99s has a PROBLEM it does not reverse or go forwards but i stears i dont know what is wrong i give it a little push then press full throttle and then it drives for like 3 seconds PLEASE HELP

[@RunThatRC]

could be the esc/receiver went bad or a bad motor. If you have a spare motor you can check to see if thats the issue.

[@aggressivefish6196]

@@RunThatRC i dont have a spare motor would you recommend any i could buy without changing connectors

[@crescentcoachworkscollecti378]

Hi David, Great videos, very clear presentation. I am new to the RC hobby and have just ordered a MN99S from Bangood. What mods do you think i will need for mild rock crawling. I am thinking about a 2 speed box, but I don't know if i will need other upgrades to get this to work ie head unit, receiver ect and if so what would you recommend for budget/hobby grade? Joel in the uk.

[@RunThatRC]

you would need to upgrade the electronics to use thebl 2 speed remotely. Also I am not sure the stock mn model electronics can handle the bigger motor on the 2 speed. The lights as well will need to be modded or replaced of you still want the light functions. If you want to run it stock it isn't that bad. just get some metal cvd style driveshafts for it and it should be ok for a while.

[@crescentcoachworkscollecti378]

@@RunThatRC You may of done it already, but a total newbies video would be good. It hard to get up to speed with the tech language. Very basic talk about which components do what...

[@RunThatRC]

I may try and put out a video like that.

[@ingloriousmax]

Are there any 1/12th RC cars which can open their doors? I'm looking for a good looking vehicle for figure posing.

[@RunThatRC]

the mn model mn86ks is advertised as a 12th scale and the doors open on that model and it has a decent interior but may need painted if the red is too flashy.

[@ingloriousmax]

@@RunThatRC Appreciate it! Looks like the door opening is not a must as most cars won't have space for their legs anyways, so it will just be for the torso and up illusion.

[@ThePJJellett]

You mentioned you waterproofed 2 of the cars, just wondering what you did to make it waterproof?

[@RunThatRC]

plastidip the board and servo board. just a thin but full coverage coat.

[@AsianJason_]

How do you color the red plastic part for the last crawler??? Please answer it.

[@RunThatRC]

Not sure if you mean the diff covers? I use paint or plastidip

[@michalondreicka5955]

Hello David, how did you make the "glass" windows? Which material and where to buy? Sorry for my english... Thank you...

[@RunThatRC]

I just used spare lexan and also packaging with clear plastic. I also use clear tape back to back which is what you see in the teal D90.

[@modelnutty6503]

yup, clear flat packaging material, cut to size+shape will wedge itself into place perfectly, 3 pcs.

[@Hjerte_Verke]

You can also buy clear sheet styrene (polystyrene) plastic from many hobby stores. Evergreen makes some, Plastruct too and in other types of plastic; clear acrylic (plexiglass), ABS maybe. Lots of options.

[@maynardpaulaurelio2819]

What is the tire size of mn99s?

[@guruhmaulana8740]

2 days ago I watched your review on MN RC models, now i'm waiting the D96 RTR versions I bought online yesterday because i'm intrigued into the MN D96 got military style and also interchange able to civie jeep. I also new into this hobby, and when you saying that the drive shaft probably gonna break, I looked into metal drive shaft in online market. I've found 2 options though; one with 62mm - 52mm length, the other is 74mm - 60mm length. My question is, are differents shaft length matters for MN D96 models? Sorry for long comment, I like your videos, I just subscribed, big thanks. :D Greetings from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@RunThatRC]

not sure the length. I use the wpl CVD style driveshafts for the c24 and c14 rigs and they are equal length front and back

[@guruhmaulana8740]

@@RunThatRC I decided im going to buy the longest one, in case I have to raise the gearbox position for future upgrades. Now im focusing on upgrading electronics such as esc, better controller, and also 2 speed gearbox. I'll look to ur vids for references, thanks mate!

[@Andrew-bv6qc]

What’s that white Toyota next to the boat you have

[@RunThatRC]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXOQXmNvqZp1o68

[@Andrew-bv6qc]

Run That RC thanks :)

[@davidcolorado4509]

I need to know what the original 90 mn card has integrated since mine burned

[@RunThatRC]

I recommend just upgrading it and you will have a better running truck. Go to WPL-RC.com and look for the V3 esc sound kit with controller and esc/receiver combo and bumps up the performance of the MN D90.

[@lemongorengpeng]

Can you review the hobbywing 1060 brushed esc fitted to one of those wpl?

[@RunThatRC]

I don't think i would run a 1060 in these rigs. it will be a tight fit and probably requires some panel trimming. also a bit overkill in one of these. I have a B36 kit with a XL5 esc and that had to be opened up to fit under the hood compartment. I have seen it done by someone. Smaller 30a ESCs would be a better fit. or the WPL V3 controller with esc receiver sound kit combo.

[@dans2423]

Very good video! Could you tell us where to get the top cabin cover for the MN96?

[@RunThatRC]

I dont know where to get it separately. I just swapped the one from my mn99a.

[@toastman9297]

Can you take the roof off of the mn99s

[@RunThatRC]

yes the roofs can be unscrewed.

[@toastman9297]

Which screws do I unscrew because I don’t know which ones I’m supposed to unscrew

[@RunThatRC]

Look underneath it's four screws on each corner of the truck bed then you have to pull it off it's clipped in at the front. Hopefully that helps.

[@toastman9297]

Ok thank you

[@toastman9297]

Do you have a link for the truck roof? If you know what I’m talking about.

[@agapitosuperstardelososcos7395]

What parts do you think l must improve in my mn99s?

[@agapitosuperstardelososcos7395]

And where to buy it

[@Hjerte_Verke]

Metal axles and gears is my suggestion. You want as much weight down low as possible.

[@stevemdelacruz5602]

Have a question about the mn86k .I not seen any video yet .isvthis vehicle worth a 100

[@RunThatRC]

I have not seen one yet as well. I don't know if it's worth it or not yet unfortunately.

[@IanandIdaDroneAdventures]

can a d90 body fit the other mn chassis?thanks

[@RunThatRC]

the mn d90s and mn45 share the same chassis. You can mod a mn body on a wpl chassis and vis versa.

[@IanandIdaDroneAdventures]

thank you@@RunThatRC im soo excited to get my mn 99s from online...this is going to be my first rc car in a long2x while...i also ordered the metal parts upgrade for the under chassis..i really like the red d90 body and the fj body though of the mn45 that i thought of just buying the the bodies separately and swapping it out w/ the mn 99s body...😊😊😊

[@panzadeviborarc9613]

Great overview and comparison.Bro!! Great video! Have a nice weekend!! Thanks for share.

[@2piecechickenbox]

got a mn99s but have you a link to the two speed transmission

[@RunThatRC]

www.banggood.com/custlink/mKDD8paQh7 also if you check around you may find a better price. Try ebay or aliexpress if you have patience hahaha.

[@2piecechickenbox]

Run That RC cheers!

[@davesmith5016]

What batteries do you use for your MN's please I need to get some myself Thanks

[@RunThatRC]

I use 2s 800 to 1500mah 18650 packs.

[@PJMCollectibles]

hi david, really like watching your videos and i am learning a lot of things. i am new to RCs and i am planning to buy my first crawler. can i ask for your advice on what model to get: mn 99s or hb zp1001 i have no plans of upgrades yet. just trying out RC and crawling scene. i want something that is ready to run and has already decent specs. thank you and stay safe out there👍😉

[@RunThatRC]

take a look at the Caster Racing Cj10. I have a couple videos on that rig. It does cost more but if you want a good experience with crawling this is where I would send you. It's a great truck to start with and can be made even more capable if you get even more into crawling. I run mine all the time and its been a reliable truck. It's also ready to run and water resistant. here is the link www.banggood.com/custlink/GGvDQdChg8

[@PJMCollectibles]

@@RunThatRC found the vid and it looks and runs great. thanks for that. after hearing you mention the term "scaler", i got intrigued by what it meant and headed to google it. and i will revise my earlier question: between the two models- mn99s and zp1001, which would you recommend to be my first "rc trail scaler"? [hopefully, i got the term right]. the caster racing cj10,on your videos, is awesome. unfortunately, it is not available here and the zp1001 and mn 99s [and some kpls] are available here. thanks a lot, sir!😉👍

[@PJMCollectibles]

@@RunThatRC and also i would like to have one with a defender body.😁😉

[@RunThatRC]

@@PJMCollectibles if your a defender fan then the MN Models would be my choice. It has a lot more aftermarket support than the ZP1001. The zp is bigger at 1/12th scale but the MN is a hard body and looks better imo. Start with a MN model, preferably one of the newer ones that have metal gears and proportional steering and throttle. Mn 96 and 99 and 99s are all good starters. I recommend getting spare gearbox and metal driveshafts for it because those are its weak points. And if you end up liking the hobby you can continue with more mods on the mn. Be warned! Its addictive hahaha.

[@PJMCollectibles]

@@RunThatRC thanks a lot for the info, david. will probably get the d99s. 👍 btw, in your opinion, which has better components MN or WPL straight out of the box? (sorry for my never ending questions)😉

[@jessekokkinen2693]

Question for you is it possible to put 1/10 motor into b16 wpl

[@RunThatRC]

I have seen it done to a highly modified one. It will take some creativity for sure.

[@jessekokkinen2693]

@@RunThatRC need the power because it's becoming a tow truck and have you ever ordered from dh gate.com before order 2 rc cars from it 1 is 1/8 pirate zd car for 27.45 second one 1/10 rock crawler fully metal underneath for 19.45 both are on planes now flying to canada if they are the real deal I send a video of the rc

[@olivermasangcay1539]

Did Mn 99s have 260 motor?

[@RunThatRC]

yes the mn99s has a 260 motor from factory.

[@RCModSquad]

Really nice overview. Thanks 🙏💯👍🏻

[@RunThatRC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@9657Hong]

Hi RTR, just wondering do the MN's absorber fits perfectly to WPLs'? Thx. ☺

[@modelnutty6503]

lengthwise yes, but may have to drill the bottom eyelets larger, and the springs will be a little too strong for the WPL C-frames. best budget mod is adapting M3 half threaded cap screws to be new WPL shock rods. for 2 bucks (per truck) you'll get 1-3/4" of OWL (one wheel lift) flex, near 1/2" gain.

[@RunThatRC]

what model nutty said.

[@9657Hong]

@@modelnutty6503 Thanks for the info ☺

[@IDBUZZ_RC_DIY]

Great!!

[@mauriciobuitragoosorio230]

Is compatible wpl parts with MN trucks?

[@RunThatRC]

some but not all. like the axle shaft because it is longer than wpl.

[@modelnutty6503]

yup, axles and mounts, all about 6 mm wider. if you want to adapt MN axles to a WPL you'll need those MN bridge mounts to go with them, and add 2 mm spacers with longer screws to the shock tops. minor headaches if you want to monster out a C-14, but doable! for 1/8" more axle width its much easier to use JJRC axles and lock the diffs, then use Fayee 6 spoke rims+tires comes out near 3/4" wider than stock WPL

[@Ingle9930]

I'm Indian, which best car? give your opinion plz.

[@RunThatRC]

they are all the same underneath. Just pick the one you want between the mn96, mn99, mn99s, mn99a.

[@altajiagracia1441]

MN99 is waterproof?

[@RunThatRC]

not out the box. I waterproofed them myself.

[@ginsonvillanueva8244]

Hello RTR, what kind of medium for waterproofing? Thanks in advance!

[@RunThatRC]

@@ginsonvillanueva8244 I use this product called Plastidip. It's a rubber coating for multipurpose use. I just brush a thing even coat making sure I cover everything and let it dry and carefully reinstall not to compromise the waterproofing job you just did. Have to also open servo and waterproof the board then seal the seams of the servo once reassembled.

[@altajiagracia1441]

Thanks bro

[@altajiagracia1441]

Thank you

[@tyagoh101]

Hi mate, do you know if the motor that comes with wpl 2 speed gearbox can handle lipo 3s batterys?

[@RunThatRC]

I am assuming they are 3s capable. I ran my B36KM on 3s with no issues. I'm using the WPL V3 esc receiver combo that is 3s capable so I assume WPL took that into consideration.

[@palligrafie]

You earned more subscribers, great video😉

[@RunThatRC]

I appreciate it!

[@alexzanellati]

More mods on mn99s! How to video..

[@RunThatRC]

I may mod it but not too sure when I will start that.

[@noexcuse6704]

Why don't these RC cars have differentials like a real car? I hate the fact that it's locked in.

[@RunThatRC]

I understand that and there are axle upgrades for these that are open diff. Only problem is it wont be able to off road as good with open diffs.

[@noexcuse6704]

@@RunThatRC Thank you, I like the idea of having an open diff so it behaves more like a real car and maybe have an option of locking it when needed. Maybe more expensive crawlers have this option but not sure.

[@coolasrc]

Nice video brother

[@zhonna_handsome_jiho]

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[@flacthergoh211]

First

[@STIjojoSTI]

Did you upgrade the battery on the last defender you shown?

[@RunThatRC]

I use all sorts of batts in these. 2s 1000-1500mah lion or lipos are my go to for good run times.