Review: Xray XB2 Dirt Edition

[@dilloncaldwell7156]

if you run 3 rear toe, the JC S2 body and the front wing. DUDE! the car is stupid DIALED!! I have been running this car for a couple of months now and i am super happy with it. Also, i got the 1 slot front steering (carbon fiber) piece, and that made a worlds of a difference with the steering! I noticed with this car, that if you land while on heavy throttle, it lands much better! thanks for the awesome vids!

[@triathlonSDhsp]

great review and video! Pretty crazy Cavallieri was dipping into the 14's on this layout.

[@jasonstrom566]

I like what you do even though I don't agree with you on certain points. I worked at a local shop for years and now that I am retired, it is nice to keep up with what is new. I have raced for three decades plus and I still like playing in the dirt even though I have raced most of the 1/10 scale classes. Keep up the good work!

[@rileyrika7947]

dig the footage at the end nice to see a good bit of driving out of the car after the review. some solid laps to see how the car behaves in different situation's. like all your videos you're a top man for being the face of RC

[@robbieracer3294]

I'm hoping Ty and Gord can get support going here like mad. We never had a main driver here in the States besides Josh Wheeler and no disrespect, but he wasn't on Ty's level so...with a huge main driver here, hopefully Xray will push along with the shops to get more parts available. Especially with more and more carpet and turf tracks popping up. By the way Jay, you remember the shop here in MI called Larry's right? Had that rubber-cork style track? Guess what...they moved into an old ABC warehouse building, which..the hobby shop is fricken huge now! And...the surface now, Astro baby! Once the track is finished and if you are ever up here again, come check it out and try out some turf.

[@philfernandez7461]

Definitely agreed on using longer ball studs especially at the rear roll center holder. When adding more ball stud shims for tuning, One should use a 10mm instead of 8mm ball stud. This will decrease your chances of upgrading into a $30 aluminum part from a $8 stock part. BTW... when the ballcups come off a race...pray the marshall has pliers or hulk fingers that can push the ballcups in again. If ballcups pop, time to replace it.

[@dylanmaclean7485]

Your videos and explanation of the build and car are... pretty darn good!

[@kw1349]

i bought this car in 2016 when it released, ran it on a outdoor groomed med traction, car had a severe tendency to lose rear side bite and whip out. had another racer with same issue and he was a semi pro sponsored who struggled with the car. we both had the slap on landings causing the car to disorient. we worked the shocks endlessly. oils, pistons. springs, various losi, kyosho, it was a struggle. obviously xray finally realized this testing on their own dirt track with the changes they made for 2017 dirt version

[@PerryCodes]

Love it! Sounds like Xray is really pushing for more distribution in the US.

[@bigdaddyd82vapes92]

Every Xray vehicle I have ever seen is beautifully crafted. Though I do agree that plastic towers on the "D" car is kinda weak. Anyways great review and definitely a fan of the beard!!

[@RenoveAutoService]

Thanks for the review Jason I have the carpet version It's an amazing machine high quality and easy to drive

[@Gavs_rc_hobbies]

I made some plastic washers to help with holding in the suspension hinge pins. I was a little dissapointed that the hinge pin screw didn't hold the pin as is without using washers.

[@howlinwolfpup8861]

not a facebook user...bums me out when they get exclusives. ..but great review!

[@TobbeArnesson]

Good review, thanks! Just bought the Dirt Edition. :) I have two Xray XB4 and want to try some 2WD too. We have slippery carpet indoors and gravel outdoors so almost everything we tweak is to get more grip. :) PS: Snap-ring pliers is like $10 for a set of four here in Sweden, guess they're about the same over there. Any home mechanic should have them anyway...

[@FiddleMaker63]

Well on the marking note. They just insert a different marking pin in the same mold.

[@Roger-nu2ec]

Love Jason’s reviews! Keep on going sir! 👍

[@travis9217]

maybe for your next video u could shw us your entire rc arsenal

[@B95_P]

In terms of value, the thing that unfortunately makes this car one that I would likely never own is 1: as you said the lack of available parts in local hobby shops(which can be overcome) but also 2: the PRICE of the replacement parts. The replacement arms are sold individually as I'm sure people know and they cost as much for 1 as they do for a PAIR from say AE or TLR. So that being said, you have a car that if you want to travel around and run at tracks that don't carry parts that you basically have to spend a fortune stocking your box with parts or run the risk of not being able to run your car after a crash/break. The car might be durable however I'm not one of those people willing to risk not having those primary spare parts(arms/towers). A friend of mine that ran Yokomo cars would literally buy 2 kits, 1 to build and run and 1 to have a spare of EVERYTHING. My buddy just got the Xray Stadium truck with the laydown transmission and so far it seems really good but cost effective is not a word I would use to describe it so I'll just have to keep beating him with my dinosaur T5m(Hi Matt)

[@robbieracer3294]

Thats what I had to do with my PR Racing 2wd and 4wd. When I signed onto Hobby Pro and PR, I had to buy two kits of both cars to get parts. Ended up with enough parts but still got 12 sets of arms for each and other plastic parts as well as 2 kits of each. I now have enough spares to build 6 cars LOL. But, it wasn't that bad of deal, because the 4wd is still all stock as nothing has broke on it in the 7 months I've been running it and only had to change the turnbuckles over to Lunsford on the 2wd as those are the only thing that broke on the 2wd. So..durability is amazing, but I'm glad I have plenty of parts just in case

[@Hanibul_Lecktor]

To be the cool guy who's driven Ty's car.....Excellent review as always...I'm still jealous you get to do this for a living, guess somebody has to ?

[@Eldofarmboy]

At least they pre-assembled the diff since it has those snap rings. I had to buy snap ring pliers just to be able to build my Team Durango buggy

[@jammindesigns7135]

Hey Jason paint skills are slacking I see cracks lol. Great review though! I think 3.0 or 2.5 rear toe would defiantly help just looked like it could go a little quicker in the corners looks like it likes to square up a bit too easy

[@brendand.2269]

i love xray. the quality is so on point

[@Racer-X-090]

I'm more of a Tekno guy but that ray looks pretty nice. Thanks for the video!

[@cadillacpimpn76]

I subscribed my final decision was the ultimate warrior t shirt ,NICE VIDEO!!! good info not all that useless info great job!!!!

[@Neal.Rigger435]

love those x-ray cars there buttery smooth

[@reflectdetailing8075]

Best rc videos on the internet

[@patrickperry8685]

Would you consider looking at the new Pro SC10? Seeing as its the updated all new rtr sc10. It shares many parts with the b5 which could make for really interesting aftermarket options

[@franksantarcangelo1950]

This was a great video very informational thorough I like it cars pretty cool to love the channel keep it up bro😁👍🏻

[@Al3xisAE]

3x 1.4 in the rear would sort it, then maybe you could take off some rear toe or anti squat. Nice review Jason

[@BBowenRC]

Lame they didn't just send you the carpet edition. Good review though. Maybe I missed it somewhere but I didn't expect Ty to be your camera man. "Think you can do better?" LOL. He did better ;)

[@Ninja1000.]

Your reviews are the best on KZbin! Jason, when is the full RB6.6 review coming out?

[@some19872003]

I LOVE Xray but I like to only buy cars from my lhs. Xray makes it next to impossible for small hobby shops to stock the brand.

[@connor9299]

They have grown a lot since you said this. My hobby shop (in Oklahoma) Now has a full stock of XRAY. Hobby shops in Texas and Louisiana have them too.

[@SgtRecio]

Awesome reviews. Will u be doing one on the tlr scte 3.0 short course?

[@ShortCourseWorld]

nope but i will be doing one on the tlr 22 3.0 sct

[@michaelleone4129]

Jason, what have you heard about the new B64D? I have a B44.3 and was in the market for a new 4WD buggy and was on the fence if I should wait for the associated car or grab one of the others that you have highly rated like the hot bodies car that you thought was a durable next gen type buggy? I am an associated fan but I'm seeing that they are pricing way up which makes it not as much of a value as their previous cars so unless their new car is as good as the other teams I will get something new. Thank you as always Sir!

[@knatknatbread]

Hey, nice review, what one do you prefer between the yokomo YZ2 or Xray XB2? And do you use only drivers setups or you make your ones by searching what tweaks you can do to make the car better?

[@tonyallen8626]

sounds like the build went pretty darn good

[@Team-Fraser]

Hey Jason, I'm torn between the Xray XB2D 2019 & AE B6.1D, which would you recommend? Parts support for either isn't a problem. Thanks @ShortCourseWorld

[@manaz28jose]

Hah.. First like. First comment. Love your vids . You're vids are helping me out a lot. Thanks 😎

[@bigdaddyd82vapes92]

Hey, a little off topic but, have you seen JQ's blog?? He has a post about who will get canned first. He talks some heavy smack about the Drake and others. But, he also says Ty isn't thrilled that Xray is sticking with pivot balls for their 8th scale program. Don't you think Ty and Gord knew exactly what they were getting into with Xray??!! I think Ty did awesome at Neo and his 10th scale game looks stronger than ever! Just thought I'd throw that out there. Love the Xray stuff! And I am a Tessman fan!

[@MWA78]

Hey Jason, I seen Adam Drake at the SIC race in Alabama and asked him how come you never come out to the races in Alabama like the AMS or the SIC!!?? Would love to meet you some time so get your but out here and race with us one time! Anyway the videos coming! Doing an awesome job on your reviews?

[@michaelstewart3042]

Xray on the set since day one Luxury' performance comes standard😁😁😁😁😁😁😁👀👀👀👀👀

[@weathdone]

so guess Ty is Human!!! lol thanx for the vids bro u r the man!! always smiling!! keep up the great work my man!!!

[@3rdgear104]

Looking good and fast Jason!!

[@zachogdahl210]

cool now review the yz2 and youll have covered almost all the major buggys. the xrays are fantastic and a couple of the guys at trcr have bought some. we even have a sponsored guy there too. one of them had a reciever glitch and went full throttle into the end of the straight, broke the front end off like you described.

[@ShortCourseWorld]

already reviewed the yz-2

[@zachogdahl210]

lol how did i miss that.

[@megr1ff1th]

Hey Jason, would you mind giving us a full review of that 510R? I haven't seen any reviews of this esc yet and i'm in the market for a new one. Your video's are great, thanks for taking care of us.

[@daveherron]

Uhhh so I just built a Carpet Edition and your first tip - I didnt even notice that and sure enough, I put 'em on backwards. Thanks!

[@bamboozledbob3298]

I feel like I'm the only one who likes e-clips, I kinda like the challenge whenn building lol.

[@DmaProductions1]

How do you like the xray brand? Looking into there new 1/8 nitro truggy

[@jonnims6603]

Could you add associated shocks shafts in X-ray shocks?

[@briansantos01]

This review was pretty darn good.

[@craftymgaming5362]

My local track is medium to large size, with a dusty-ish clay surface. I'm interested in the TLR 22 3.0, but what turn motor do you recommend for the surface and the size? I'm thinking right now that 7.5t would be a viable option. I'm not interested in stock racing and would prefer a mod motor. I would appreciate anyone's feedback, Thank you! (:

[@ryanlux5463]

"Pretty Darn Good" Counter: 12, Lol just messing with ya buddy

[@briancurry438]

Hey Jason. I enjoy your videos and learn a lot from them. I purchased a 22t 2.0 and installed a three gear transmission. Should I install a brass rear pivot or is that better for a 4 gear?

[@ShortCourseWorld]

only if you think the truck needs more rear traction.

[@chevyrc3623]

Brian Curry hey the tlr 22t 3.0 just come out but it's not available at amain hobbies

[@briancurry438]

Chevy RC I saw that. I am going to wait till Jason does a review and hear what he thinks.

[@chevyrc3623]

Brian Curry i think he is doing the sct and not t because i found a comment on that

[@chevyrc3623]

Brian Curry well they are similar i guess

[@muddfoot69]

What kind of servo do you recommend, standard size or smaller?

[@binks321]

"I didnt want you to feel too bad." lol.

[@petehendrick78]

Love this review! Really balanced and not too technical for someone returning to this after a 30-year sabbatical...I'm considering an XB2 carpet version for astroturf / indoor racing here in the UK - just wondering what you'd personally go for, when you consider options like the Xray, Team Associated B6.2, Schumacher Cougar LD2, Yokomo YZ-2 etc?

[@michaellazzell4296]

what is the best 2wd buggy

[@xfunzaix]

Will it be a review on the rb6.6? Or a review like this on the tki4? Keep up the great work!

[@johnschommer7657]

Do you have a review for the XT2?

[@muddfoot69]

Thoughts on 2019?

[@christianpugmire1292]

are you doing a review on the B64D?

[@ShortCourseWorld]

not sure

[@robbieracer3294]

The thing I don't get, even in Europe and here, most people run 2 hole pistons, usually 1.7 or 1.6 and Xray still doesn't include them in the kits? Umm ok. My friends who live in Germany are also puzzled by this and there Xray is like Associated here.

[@SilentlineProduction]

I’d like to see a review on the 2018 carpet edition of this model 😓

[@SilentlineProduction]

Or maybe b6.1 vs 2018 xb2 carpet

[@subscriberswithoutanyvid-tz1yb]

What camera do you use Jason?

[@robbieracer3294]

I agree about the machined pistons, especially given the price of their 8 scales and pistons on a tree in those kits..no. If I pay 700 bucks for a kit and see "luxury" model written on the front, piston trees are not what I want to see in the kit itself lol. I can forgive this in the 10th scales, but 8 scales are suppose to be the "big daddy" of rc and 700 bucks is big daddy money. No machined pistons is not big daddy designs.

[@SPKiller]

wheres my #notificationsquad at

[@Michael-Krueger]

nooo, please stick to the e-clips on the pistons XRay, love them as I had screws before and they suck!

[@ShortCourseWorld]

are you from canada?

[@Michael-Krueger]

No, Not from Canada 😉

[@teamcrc1]

really really super super darn good :)

[@macfpv03]

I want a buggy so bad I might just get the BZ-444 kit from hobby king

[@robbieracer3294]

Don't settle on a kit just because it's cheap. If you can afford to spend the money, get what you really want, it's worth it in the rc world to spend the extra money. The BZ stuff isn't bad, but you get what you pay for. If you are going to be hitting a track, spend the money and get a track proven buggy. Trust me, when I first got into rc, I thought I would save some money and go cheaper...in like two months I ended up getting an Associated because the cheaper car I was running just wasn't holding as far as durability.

[@darkkreeture8499]

try the schumaker 2wd buggy they just came out with

[@nate1593]

Pretty darn good

[@computerracer]

... so curious if you still run the XB2 at all?

[@ShortCourseWorld]

no i don't..........I'll be running either the TLR 22 4.0 or a B6

[@computerracer]

Thanks for the reply (found your vid's recently & really like them!) ... I have been running the B6 & just decided to give the XB2 a go, and have to say I think it fits my driving better 😎

[@computerracer]

... so, sort of curious what u didn't like about it (as maybe I'm missing something)

[@kylebecker3312]

Strc?

[@JVGmidi]

The rc races are fun I ones win a race because everyone else had broke his car.

[@StickyGeko]

the new xb2 dirt 17 will be out soon ;)

[@macfpv03]

If only I had money😭😭😭😂😂

[@bashslash1971]

Seems a lil slow in the straight but hard to see on video lol but looks good

[@ShortCourseWorld]

video is deceptive the car is a bullet down the straight.

[@coolasrc]

nice

[@colinhandy9792]

👍

[@jeremiahalbritton1378]

Don't know why they just didn't send you the carpet car, smh .Most are using it on carpet and clay

[@ShortCourseWorld]

agree

[@mazpr2025]

The days of buying directly from a hobby shop are long gone for me. Only to buy nitro fuel and maybe fuel lines. From the side the body looks hatchback fugly. Dont know if its me, but why he always looks as if he just woke up....

[@smhero3564]

I've had a strong hunch years ago that Juraj Hudy of xray never liked Americans. Made excuses for not coming to an ifmar held in the states for 1/10 off-road. Lets go of Paul Lemieux who would make the amain in tc world's. Made more excuses that the price to compete at another world's was too much, coincidentally held in the US again. Now selling this dirt edition for the same price yet with crappy plastic towers, which does not help with performance in any way. I don't hear much about any American xray drivers. They probably get paid kibbles and bits. I don't support xray because of these reasons. Xray cars are just Schumacher cars with less steering but more oversteer. juraj was originally a Schumacher employee who tweaked the steering and called it an xray.

[@jmmustangs3078]

No thanks if most of hobby shops don't carry parts it would be hard for a non sponsored driver to spend the $ on one of these you would pretty much have to buy 2 just so you would have parts.....

[@acejossy]

Your videos are "darn" good, except you use the word "darn good" too many times.

[@dylanmaclean7485]

Your videos and explanation of the build and car are... pretty darn good!