Redcat Gen8 V2 Review - great value rc crawler

[@MrRickTic]

Love to see this. We have had the V2 in our RadioShack Store for a bit now and i just talked my boss into becoming a dealer for Horizon so our store will have a lot of RC's. Since we started selling RC's 3 tracks have opened around us. Our Store is in Newland NC. Not many RadioShacks left anymore. I always wanted to work at RadioShack growing up. I'm a little late to the game (I'm 39 )but, we are thriving.

[@paulclancy2404]

👌 i miss radio sha c

[@RCGirl]

It's a fun rig! Super great value. I'm really happy with mine as well. Hopefully catch you out on the trails soon

[@RCReviewChannel]

What up RCG!

[@apocalypsezombyRC]

Glad to see you back Francis! Hope you are well!

[@RC_Rooster]

8mm hexes, heavy wheels, better foams, keep the IROKS. Just my suggestion for the upgrades. Love the video

[@fuse557]

My Gen 1 only broke twice and it was my fault. Got the Gen 2 skid plate and she still impresses me. Redcat did a hell of a job!

[@RCReviewChannel]

There you go. We appreciate your first hand experience.

[@TheCloudhopper]

How is the spare part / afermarket parts supply for the Gen8? Easy enough to get wheels, bodies etc?

[@ShadeTree_RC]

about time a proper crawler video gets posted 😁

[@fredwaldrop3810]

Nice, never had to fix my gen 1, but this one's a deal!

[@bacongl]

I am glad they keep improving these. Awesome deal. I actually like the new colors alot more than the V1. Nice review!

[@dretech]

Finally! I'm happy with my orange V1 and I love the purple and green from the V2, they look stunning IMHO.

[@tonyg315]

Absolutely love my v2. Enough I bought my son the green one!

[@jacqueslandry47]

I'm impressed by that kid: drives like a boss, follows instructions really good. A real champ!!!

[@jsrroadrash3663]

Oh snap I think I need one always like the orange body ...but could do purple. Good to see you back Francis.

[@smallcrawlrc3425]

Finally lol! 1) cut the rocker panels up to the bottom of the door line and use spacers to raise the sliders. 2) with body off reset the bumpers in as far as they will go, then trim the front and back of body to fit over bumpers. 3) you can stretch the wheelbase by moving all the links to existing holes. I was skeptical doing this but it crawls better so....I did end up grinding and cutting away some of the flares and bumper for clearance. 4) Hair donuts, I know I know, but for $4 I got 4 medium size and stretched them over the foams (cheap 2 stage!) and this definitely helped. Much better entrance and exit angles and fewer el rolos for not much. Now you can start spending your hard earned cash on tires, wheels, motors, etc. Btw, I did pull covers off the diffs and portals and all were well greased from the factory. Imho Redcat did a good job addressing issues with the V1 and we love our V2. Francis, you are the boss! Keep doin' what you do!

[@dezfan]

I think RedCat has done a great job with the Gen8. The V2 has made some good incremental improvements, updated(yet period correct paint colors, good performance for a scale crawler, and you can’t beat it for the price. If I didn’t have a slew of crawlers at my disposal and I was looking to add a new one to my collection, I’d seriously consider the GEN8 v2. Your test driver is obviously a skilled operator with professional abilities. Thanks for the great review. 👍🏼

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yeah, with this price, no one has been able to one-up them.

[@mbrine11]

@@RCReviewChannel Have you done any vehicle comparisons with the V2 vs TRX4, Emo, etc?

[@boldrbangr9834]

I have the Orange V1 with the Bow House skid plate, alloy bead locks, AM foams but stock tires, magnets vs. Velcro & relocated steering link for reducing bump steer. Love it & a great value. Just need to paint the clear body I have for it. Rock on Avery 😜

[@PJMCollectibles]

nice one, tito francis. thank you for finally doing a video on the gen8 v2. can’t wait for more videos (mods, pros & cons, vs., etc) on this rig. 👍🏻😀🍻

[@thomasconnolly7452]

A discount and free shipping sale popped up on New Years Eve so I grabbed a green one for 2023. Thanks for your reviews.

[@NWTMasterWolf]

I have one ( purple also) and I looooooove it. I own TRX 4's and Axials of many models. I gotta say this is a very very competitive vehicle on all levels especially for the price. This is my first Redcat and I am pretty impressed. I want the Axe also.

[@rcccrccrawlercontrol7228]

How do you rate it compared to a stick trx4 or scx10ii?

[@baconboy1421]

I’m so glad you finally reviewed this car I’ve been wanting you too ever since I got mine

[@josecanseca8979]

my gen8 orange v1 is still holding up strong after 1 year, i ordered two parts with my v1 gen8, one being rer#11939 that's the parts that the v2 gen8 comes with, and there still sitting there brand new in the bag, and my other part was rer#11821 and those are also new in the bag, i loved my gen8 so much i build two gen8 packs one being a jeep cherokee hardbody 324wb on a gen8 pack, the other an axe international body on a gen8 pack build, i finally got my trx4 sport unassembled kit for christmas and that build start soon and ill turn that into a hardbody jeep comanche, next is my first tamiya kit maybe the isuzu mu aka the isuzu rodeo /amigo, so many options, i love the hobby and every brand brings something different, but redcat has always been good to me and never let me down...i love the hobby and redcat has always been good to me!!!

[@RCReviewChannel]

there you go!

[@paulclancy2404]

Nice traxxss is a bully company ,stick other companies when possible

[@TurncoatTony]

Nice, I'm thinking about picking one of these up so I can try and get some friends into this with me.

[@jeremymiller2340]

Redcat has stepped up, my gen 1 is still a beast!! Nice review as always man!

[@erierc2539]

I have put brass on mine about 250 grams in the front and it has completely changed the truck its amazing now plus a servo shocks and tires but noticed the biggest difference with the brass.

[@adamadams6740]

That kid impresses me every time I see him drive,when I was 6 I’d be driving like it was king of the hammers breaking stuff lol

[@baconboy1421]

Same lol

[@stephenpendegraph7209]

Glad you got one. This is the one I was wanting your thought on. Thanks for the insight. Great work.

[@sincitycrawler7375]

Got to use one at the 2021 sema show. Absolutely amazing quality for the price and the portal axles make things way easier

[@steveh8224]

So glad to see another video! And wow $299. ? Thats a pretty sweet crawler.

[@evidentloss]

Thanks again bud! Love your content!

[@glennjthompson332]

Go brushless Francis!😀👍🏗️ with predator comp crawling tire's, (Boom!🤯 It will be Awesome) Welcome, back 😎 stay healthy and be safe.🧙

[@RCReviewChannel]

We'll install that with very heavy wheels and post another video.

[@MrSpeedyNYC]

Thank you for finally doing this review!

[@kennethwelty1190]

Picked one up with broken input gear at Amain missing axle pin holder ordered input gear have to wait for axles not in stock. Got a great deal on it.

[@larrybahr48]

I have both the Gen 8 and Gen 8 V2. What I like about these vehicles is that that neither one of has any kind of upgrades. I run both right out of the box and like every thing about both. I do own several TRX-4s and a TRX-6 along with Axial and Gmade crawlers. Real happy with the price for the Red Cat Scouts.

[@mindspinn311]

Includes pretty much all the minor upgrades I did to my original Gen8. Servo is the biggest for sure. Love the colors not sure if I’d go 💚 or 💜

[@stickmanjoe99]

I have this car it’s the best!! For upgrades I’ve got all the treal weights major difference!!! Also Austar tires and pro line dual stage foam. Metal drive shafts. Also spektrum smart crawler system with dx5c this things is so good it can hang with a vanquish vs410 ultra

[@bigandcoolrcschool294]

I love my Gen 8 V2! such a great truck!

[@RobKingRC]

I could hear the body scraping on the passenger rocker panel, it wasn't tucked behind the rock slider. 😱 I have the green one , with a few mods, love it!!!

[@sunriserc1033]

0:36 who was that? Peter Griffin? LOL Glad to see you back. Also, saw one of these at the river the other day and I was quite impressed. It killed it!!!!!!!!!

[@fishdogg44]

Love your videos! I’m going to head out tomorrow to buy my wife this rig!

[@oldironsfury]

You have the IH Scout body license . One perfect mod Redcat could do is release a V2 with with the Axe system and a half-cab body !! It will lower the CG and give it the updated look without throwing too much company money at it. The vanquish isn’t a licensed scout half cab after all! Come on, let’s get Redcat to make a half-cab Axe edition !!!!

[@repairmanjack9082]

That was a fun video. I would like to see you list all the things that were wrong with the Gen 8 V1. The things, that people complained about and had to fix to make it better. And then compare the gen8 V2 to that list and see if Redcat improved on every one of those points. I believe they did. I believe it cost the consumer $100 to fix everything that was wrong with the V1. I believe Redcat fixed everything on the V2 and the shocking news is, they kept the price the same on the V2. Which makes this new Scout and incredible deal. Just an idea for your next video Francis keep up the good work. By the way Avery rocks...!

[@BlindGuyRc]

Great review. I have debated bringing a redcat back to the channel. It's actually where I started. 7 ish years ago with the not so great everest 10.

[@timohoffmann5768]

Awesome driving from the little man avery!

[@jasonice1584]

A true review every other review was just omg it's the best thing since sliced bread so hearing the negative was good thanks for the truth

[@darrylcarpenter903]

Great video - really described well. I'd suggest brass hubs, running lights and interior...I mean with clear windows ya need an interior!

[@JimmyB643]

Since this is a budget truck, I’d like to see “budget” upgrades in order of importance. In other words, what should be upgraded first, the second, etc based on a performance quality per dollar standpoint. I just got this truck but don’t have a lot to spend right now. So I’m looking at where best to spend what little I have. Thanks! Great review!

[@repairmanjack9082]

Stretch the wheelbase it's a free mod. it changes it to 13.2 in. you can leave the bumpers in the stock location and they're no longer a problem. you know what they call this in the RC World a game changer. Rock on and enjoy your Redcat.

[@diclexicschweb4748]

I have one and i love it did the light kit add a roof rack but now its way to top hevy but it looks so cool might get a nuther body so i can swich

[@spreadeagled5654]

I have this vehicle in the orange color and I love it! 👍

[@reinovanrooyen8915]

I tucked in the bumpers a little...get more angles...helps a little

[@golaren]

Great video. Would love to see wheels and tires upgrade. A bonus would be a lighter body, brass and lover cg. Edit Love the original body but it seems to hold it back when it comes to crawling.

[@_Schreintime]

Just got my gal this... She loves it! Now I'm jealous.

[@RCReviewChannel]

happy gal will go a long way!!!

[@anthonytuccillo6274]

Yes! Finally, thanks Francis!

[@SonoranScaleStudios]

As always, fantastic review!

[@reggaejunkie8642]

Brass patties on all 4 wheels and front brass diff cover, she’ll be much more grounded. Add front brass portal covers & c-hubs to that, she’ll defy gravity.

[@seanmcpherson7962]

Seems all it needs is a good lower cg lighter body. Tires ,foams, heavier beadlocks and youre good. Maybe some low front weight...maybe... if it rolls over all day thats not fun so priority #1 has to be fixing the cog issue.

[@bobsennick7403]

Grab the awesome Reefs sliders! My favorite upgrade on my Axe. Really nice rig, great value.

[@valleymade9563]

Where can I look exactly to upgrade suspension , just picked up a used one today it is so fun . New to the RC hobby

[@HoundStuff]

Nice video! Maybe some over drive/under drive gearing as an upgrade? Add a servo winch to see how that mounts and functions? Lots of fun!

[@joshlvn7732]

Good seeing you buddy nice review as always!👌👍✌️

[@doripanda]

Great timing, mine should be here this week lol

[@wurstsalat3070]

hey, which crawler can you recommend me? by now im thinking about trx 4 blazer or bronco, axial scx10 gladiator and the emo but if u have better ones tell me please!

[@jooonsRC]

Hi sir, I only added some weighted steelie beadlocks and vxt 1.9 tyres, it's excellent now

[@DFDuck55]

I never really notice a big problem with bump steer in the V1. But I hate the painted windows, and the lack of throttle modulation especially in reverse. The V2 looks like a nice improvement, especially the clear windows and lack of belly bump. I had plans of clearning my V1 windows but never did. I bought the files to 3D print an interior, then my printer broke. I might have to pick a V2. I think the Redcat Gen8 is the best bang for the buck in it's class.

[@stevencampbell5831]

If you had to purchase only one would you go with the gen 8 v2 with all the fixes they did or would you go with the gen 9? I really like the 2 speed transmission on the gen 9 but like the body on the gen 8 more.

[@robertbolin853]

Great video👌. My personal appinion is that a strong slower servo is more scale than a hyperfast. Never seen a driver in scale 1/1 turn that steering that fast that many rewierers recuiers😅

[@camilohernandez17]

Does it have a two speed transmission? And if not it didn't seem too slow when you ran it at the end with the defender 😊

[@RCplamodel]

*Thank you for sharing a great video with a great car!!! ~~~^_^*

[@mikem1406]

I was teetering on if I want to buy this one. Then you convinced me at "Oh Sh!t"

[@mikem1406]

I was serious with my comment. It's in the mail now. I'm happy I found your channel. Awesome reviews!

[@tankbulldogge8639]

Francis, as always a good vid. I have been in the RC hobby since the 80'S. I have lots of vehicles & now looking for a crawler. Would you recommend the Gen 8 v2 or the Gen 8 axe. Both seem like a great value.

[@JREVY22DECEPTICON416]

The purple looks great 😍😍only thing I see is it needs a lower centre of gravity

[@scottoblander9419]

great review. We need some servo tests of some of these new over hyped servos that have come out.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yes for sure. We'll collect some new ones.

[@kyledupont7711]

If they were still $299 I would buy one in a split second, they are now $330, add some shipping, tax and a battery and its getting up there. Such an nice looking truck..

[@jefferyjackson6762]

what connector does the hobby wing come with on the Gen 8 Axe????

[@scootamayne610]

Would you recommend this for a beginner? And do they have extra after market parts ? 🤔 and new to the channel by the way. And I'd it waterproof?

[@tomcook5813]

Could you do some maintenance videos? Maybe how to clean up mud and not mess up anything? Just simple stuff. Thank u 😊

[@rc-daily]

It likes like its vastly improved compared to the older models. I like the lcg style chassis they use. But I always have to ask myself "is it worth it over the trx4 sport for 339?" I dont quite think it is yet. The sport is a straight performer right out of the box. Redcat is coming along nicely though. Especially with using the axe systems and reefs servos in some models.

[@RCReviewChannel]

that's right, they have that Axe edition too.

[@paulclancy2404]

, I was happy to buy a better looking rc at a cheaper price although your correct sport is stronger but if only using for crawler you never know . The sport woukd be 438 if these companies didn't make crawlers,

[@rc-daily]

@@paulclancy2404 that is true. The market dictates the price. Imo something around 500 bucks and less is my main market. Anything more than that and i I start to back away faster and faster. It's the exact reason why I bought my tf2 used and dont own a vs410 yet.

[@leedunkerley3684]

Is there any difference between this V2 and the Axe Edition apart from electronics, body and interior?

[@Kickthelighter]

A year later and the price hasn't changed. Given everything going on that's quite impressive! Mine should be here in a few days

[@hyperlogos]

The mod I want to see is rear steering. It looks like there's adequate room for a servo back there.

[@RCReviewChannel]

That's more common in the 1/10.

[@levethane]

Nearly $600 in Australia but still good value.

[@djr01974]

Throw a fusion system in it 😁😁😁 and test out the injora 2 stage foams. I have a set and they add a lot of weight down low 👍

[@RealJawnes]

I’ll check them out

[@michaelklancer983]

I’ve been looking at this truck but was waiting for your review, thanks! We have other RCs but I’m looking to get into crawling with my 8 year old and we are between this and a TRX-4 Sport, which seem almost impossible to find right now. We would be doing mostly trails, not a lot of extreme rock crawling, would this be a good truck to start out with?

[@RCReviewChannel]

This will be a fine choice for that purpose! snp.link/ba04d6b3

[@michaelklancer983]

@@RCReviewChannel Thanks! It looks like a really solid truck and good value for money, my only reservation has been potential issues with parts support. My local shops are all mainly Traxxas.

[@byronwins1034]

Was there any improvements in the drivetrain?

[@Art-zs6sl]

Are you gearing up for more servo reviews? Last ones were great!

[@apexstudio4657]

Wow nice vehicle bro👍🏻🥰

[@Brandenlytle1]

did you ever make a video modding this?

[@Randy1124pr]

My V1 is a beast but it took a lot of mods to make it perform that way, my V2 on my he other hand only needed some brass here and there for strength and lower cg and better wheels and tires.

[@SuperBakersk8er]

Is there any videos on how to clear the windows on the previous model?

[@Paul-wz1tm]

They're pretty tough and reliable rigs

[@stevenhood3313]

Is the builder kit a v2 version aswell?

[@justarandomrussian9948]

Whats the brand of it other the n Redcat Racing?

[@spiritlight9845]

Is this really worth it? Or should I spend a little bit more on trx4?

[@philipmazzuca2269]

Will these take a Traxxas Lipo battery?

[@kennethmeyers5008]

I have the V1. Time to get the V 2

[@rubendanracing970]

Does it come with battery and charger?

[@tamasdohy1146]

one gear or two? diff locks?

[@sandiegobashing975]

Is this in San diego?

[@KTMcaptain]

Will they come out with a Gen8.2 PACK?

[@DirtyRC101]

Hi, anybody know if there is a 2-speed conversion kit for this rig?

[@loichristopher3806]

Nice review on the cat 👏👍

[@jeremiahbudai5460]

Where are u crawling at