Savage X 4.6 Special Edition Unboxing & First Review

[@koringn]

ive owned a savage xss k4.6 for 3 years now and after a hard life on dirt roads and constant thrashing it still wheelstands, ive only just decided to just re-sleeve the motor and do a few little upgrades to it other than that its the best ever investment i have ever made on an rc item.

[@rcnightmare]

choosing between the two slayer pro. It's based off the proven revo chassis and is of course awd i.e. all wheel brakes. Jato is an on-road straight line speed demon with rear braking only.

[@rcnightmare]

HD driveshafts, alloy tuned pipe, aluminum big bores with ti-ni shafts, engine stop, racing clutch bell, a few more...

[@Eureka_3D_Printing]

Ive been drooling over that car forever.

[@rcnightmare]

it's up to you...we haven't had the best of luck with it

[@ethanissocool]

Thanks for another great vid. By the way, do you remember me commenting on other vids or are there so many that it just slips your mind? I have always wanted to ask someone big that question and you are the only people that respond.

[@rcnightmare]

well we will likely have to shoot some tutorials and such before we sell it, what I can see there are still some available

[@rcnightmare]

Oh yeah no doubt. I've done enough of those upgrade builds in my day that I now prefer to just buy a race-spec chassis right away and have a higher baseline to start from. It's all part of the hobby though. And it usually comes full circle after awhile...

[@1marMusa]

i can't see whats so great about this edition to justify the price tag. thanks for the video

[@rcnightmare]

glad we could help

[@TheFluffyVanquisher]

YEY Finally! Always wanted some1 to unbox this car! :D

[@rcnightmare]

yes, that is correct, we both work full time...it's people who don't work their asses off that seem to have trouble understanding how to afford things

[@rcnightmare]

You know your shiz, start pumping up that channel son!

[@rcnightmare]

yes thank you it was mentioned

[@CarsnStuff]

Thats awesome it even comes with the push button stop.. those are really handy and make life easier ..

[@EasyDozit13]

4 5th scales!! Damn that's awesome Jeremy , great vids as usual

[@FinestRacing]

Great video. Funny how I watched the video after I bought it. LOL I think it is well worth the money. I did take the body off and put it away so it would not get damaged. I did buy the Grave Robber body. Thanks again for all the videos you do.

[@papabear61664]

And yes they still sale that savage x with the Charger body . Look on Tower Hibbies or A Main hobbys they got them.

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

Other than the Limited Edition plate and number, is worth the price tag for the upgrades compared to buying the regular X 4.6? Placing an order so need your help.

[@12345qwert911]

heavy duty steel spur gear. matt black wheels. aluminum tuned pipe. hige torque servo. just simply some upgraded parts.

[@MrJcosenza79]

What would be the must needed upgrades for this truck? Is nitro hard to maintain? Thanks

[@MoDeDBoDiEs69]

I just bought me and my son a savage x special edition breaking it in now!!!

[@SUPERFORMIAN]

I've one also, awesome truck. Few corrections though; it's a Charger body which has already been mentioned, none of the parts on this Savage are exclusive to it as HPI sells them separately as upgrades, the orange aluminum parts have been around for a while and has been on the Savage X 4.6 since 2011 (excluding the XSS), the tires are the old GT1's and the fuel tank is 160cc, these chassis' are sold randomly (not in order) so there's no reason to expect you received #1000/1000.

[@nerdyrcdriver]

Not sure, but the rumor started quite a while ago, then hpi actually put up a page that made it seem like they were releasing a gas 1/8 motor. I dont know much about gas or nitro motors, but I know gas would be much easier to keep running, the only downside being that you have to mix oil with it.

[@Devongamer1]

You said you was not getting this rc. May I ask what's the best rock crawler to get.

[@jamiller83]

So should i start looking at HPI stuff? ive been a traxxas person the whole time ive been Rcing "4-5 months" just simply because its a huge name and parts are very easy to come by. Hpi stuff looks really kickass so i wanna hear from other rcers.

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

All I need to know is whether it's worth buying or not? Please let me know.

[@rcnightmare]

yes and to 5SC's

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

Brandon: If I can't buy the limited edition and I get the stock 4.6, what am I missing out on (other than the freebies) with regards to the body and mechanics and how bad would that be?

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

Thats super nice of you!!!! Would love to see one in action. All that I ever get to see is the unboxing an review. Would really like to see one letting it go. I do have a decent amount of experience with Nitros. Owned a Jato 3.3 and TMAXX 3.3 as well. Looking to get back in to Nitros and didn't want to get anything that didn't make it worth it right out of the box. I live in Singapore now and the local Hobby Store isn't what it used be like. So 4.6 Special addition or 5.9 XL stock?

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

Will the gas motor have the same or more torque and overall speed compared to the Nitro or more?

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

Sorry for the delay in the my response. Would love that video of the 4.6 whenever you get the chance, would love to see if how it does off road as well as on the street. Never get to see what the torque is like to looking forward to it. Thanks Buddy!

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

More specifically, if I can't buy the limited edition and I get the stock 4.6, what am I missing out on how bad would that be?

[@joecrack456]

i have a traxxas jato (awesome fast car btw) only thing is its 2wd. now im on the hunt for a 4wd. im really liking the hpi cause the waterproof servos. now im debating between this truck (savage special edition) or HPI Truggy 4.6. what do you thing?

[@Spencer8080]

I was wondering a good durable easy handling fast rc car for the first one.....any suggestions?

[@gumermejia8431]

i really liked the orange of the cover

[@ariesblade1]

any chance you can do more onroad cars? like hpi's or the kyosho gp nitro?

[@fishnfreak18]

this truck is bulletproof. very tough and powerful i used to have one but they are not as easy to work on as a revo. the chassis design on this truck is not as beginner friendly as traxxas vehicles are. also the 3.3 is a little easier to tune. nitro star engines tend to be a little harder to tune than trx engines. both are very good trucks. if you are pretty mechanically inclined then i would just go with the savage. hope this helps!

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

I need to ask you guys. I've been trying to figure out if anything in this is different than the regular 4.6's? Other than the extra freebies. I'm talking about the mechanics, build and everything else?

[@SuperOutdoorboy]

what state if a more off road deal the stampede if things are alittle more smooth but still has a few rough patches either but either option will be great

[@rcnightmare]

it's a cowrc, available on BuyRCStuffDOTcom in the stores section

[@rcmaniac-basherrc]

How much do you think it's going to be worth in about a year or more?

[@Super03terminator]

idk if they r still selling it but i know rc planet still has like 50 in stock that they kept untill now

[@saabkyle04megafan01]

Hello , which traxxas model BUY for beginner? (Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate Edition or Traxxas Stampede 4x4 VXL.?) Please ADVISE!

[@WStar4Life]

Would you trade one of your tr-40 radio systems for the TF-20 system? I just bought the RTR and it came with the TF-20 but I need the TF-40 with the end point adjustments so I can limit the throttle so I can teach my nephew. I will send first so you know that I'm not trying to rip you off. Lemme know what you think in a PM of reply. Thank you for all your reviews and unboxings also

[@rcnightmare]

yup

[@rcnightmare]

Hey Guys!! Brandon has 5 builds to do, 4 1/5 scales and an 1/8 scale truggy so I decided to scoop up one of these to try and bang out a running vid...help us out by CRUSHING that LIKE button, also let us know if you want to see any specific tutorials on it

[@CarsnStuff]

I personally broke mine in with 25% How ever the size of the block should be able to handle 30% with no problem.. its a tough engine and strong... other smaller engines 30% may damage the engine.. but the 4.6 is a beast. I plan on buying 30% fuel soon. i believe 30% will truly show the power this engine is capable of

[@XxbrandonxX234]

your very welcome!! and with my personal thought ,, i would get the savage 4.6 due to the fact it is lil bit smaller and thats great for wheelies ,, backflips, etc.. but iv heard the xl is the same ammount of fun, so it just depends on what you would like ! and i would be more then happy to make you a video but i did not mettion that i do not have the 4.6 special addition just the 2011 moddel but there still the same othe then the body and spur gear and a lil more stuff i think just let me no

[@zStone941]

Think it will be the savage, i don't mind having to mess with things to tune them, enjoy that stuff, just trying to see where to go with nitro.

[@rcnightmare]

yes mentioned 10 times in these comments already, thanks

[@TwelixsRCStudio]

packaged nicely, *toss away* continue lol

[@cptawsome731]

you guys should do a review about the kyosho dbx ve 2.0

[@SUPERFORMIAN]

If you want to be an expert, you can get into the kits where you have to assemble the cars and get everything you need separately. That's how I started RC, but from time to time I get an RTR. Still prefer the kits. It depends on which HPI car you purchase. I've only had two HPI cars so far. Traxxas electric cars are good, the nitros are debatable. The newer HPI nitros are a big improvement over the older ones. Get a Savage X or a Pulse 4.6 and see what you think. You might enjoy it.

[@XxbrandonxX234]

yeah, no problem man!! i will upload a video maby tomorrow or a couple of days :) and then i will message you to look for it under my channel !!:) if you have any more questions , please ask!!:)

[@zStone941]

How is she ? debating this or a revo 3.3 ? any advice ?

[@rcnightmare]

thanks much

[@andrecardona230]

Are you guys still selling the savage x 4.6? If so, for how much?

[@saabkyle04megafan01]

@rcnightmare What buy traxxas slash 4x4 ultimate edition or traxxas stampede 4x4 VXL? Please advise.

[@SUPERFORMIAN]

HPI makes an electric conversion for the Savage X. However, there is no Savage X Flux Special Edition at the moment.

[@saabkyle04megafan01]

What do you think about Hpi Super 5SC Flux?

[@GuygerTim]

@nitrorcfreak100 No the body, tires, updated big bore shocks, etc has been changed in the updated version

[@rcnightmare]

a couple more on the way actually :)

[@sc10crashtestdummy]

whick is better? this or the t-maxx 3.3? please respond!

[@lolznorway1]

Can you guys unbox the Hpi Vorza Flux?

[@grmsek]

hello!! Is this savage still for sale????

[@rcnightmare]

yup :)

[@jamiller83]

with hpi in general? or just that model?

[@rcnightmare]

apparently hex hardware is an upgrade for HPI

[@barracuda253]

They all good, and all new nitro r/c cars or trucks require "break-in" process. I have a few nitro(s) and I like it.

[@billzkustomz]

whats with all the Phillips hardware hpi?

[@conrad1468]

Wow!! That's sweet!!

[@Joshinator219]

Great unboxing Brandon! Could u possibly unbox the tmaxx 3.3 ?

[@Bman1143]

What do you prefer traxxas of losi5

[@sleekleek1245]

Those rc on on the side O.O losi 5t?

[@airtrifle]

what is the difference between this and the normal one

[@XxbrandonxX234]

yes its worth buying!!! so much fun anf great quality but recommond thst you should know alot bout rcs cuz it will be hard to tune and stuff if u dnt knowbout it or be hard to get it running right ,,. so if you do know alot then yes its worth it!! and its still gonna be worth the same after a year or two:) hope this helps and if you want any videos about one ill make one for you cuz i have one of my own

[@rcnightmare]

we will likely keep this one to do nitro tutorials on for a while

[@hbxhpikyosho]

yes

[@RCBasher323]

is this still for sale?

[@rcnightmare]

it's pretty sick

[@xxgg]

is the video mirrored? or am i seeing 4 5th scales? why so many ?

[@matiasgarafulic3844]

what car is best hpi savage 4.6 or traxxas revo 3.3

[@rcnightmare]

super comment formian! thanks

[@Ryan-719]

Hey y didn't u do an unboxing vid on second 5ive

[@jdskyrmie12]

really good well done!!

[@megabouni]

why do you have 2 of each? would have one, nice!!!

[@rcnightmare]

we already did one

[@redyunc]

what is the pit mat that you use?

[@rcnightmare]

neither, mugen mbx 6 t ekectric converted or thunder tiger g3 mt4

[@SUPERFORMIAN]

But I haven't, lol. The Trophy 3.5 is the exact same car as the HB Lightning 2, so I'm getting all the parts needed, along with compatible D8 parts, to make it a better chassis than the Lightning 2 Pro-Evo. It's going to be an awesome upgrade build, especially with the killer NitroStar F3.5 Pro engine.

[@dannyfrickinocean]

$675 is $200 more than the regular x and all it includes over that is a limited body and a few little hop ups. I got my X4.6 last year and would still buy that with $200 worth of extra stuff unless I was going for a shelf queen then this would be perfect.

[@rcnightmare]

shooting it tomorrow morning if it's not raining

[@MrJcosenza79]

Cool, Thanks man

[@Tugalife83]

I still would go for the savage x and buy the upgrades separate. Well that's what I did. And it still cheaper. I keep the upgrades as spares.

[@AZ007914]

Nice vid !

[@SUPERFORMIAN]

Do you prefer to assemble your RC's or purchase them as RTR's (like the novices)? My first nitro was a TRF801Xt. Great car, but it must be assembled. My first RTR nitro car was a Kyosho Inferno GT2. The new GT2 Race Spec is much improved over the original GT2. Only it's an on-road car. The Savage is quite a good RTR nitro car, just don't get a Traxxas nitro.

[@joecrack456]

i want nitro rc truck. not electric and not buggy. what do you think?

[@TheFluffyVanquisher]

U should buy a Tank Guard, to protect the fuel tank from as much damage as possible :D

[@MrScion74]

Nice Truck!