Tamiya XV01 vs XV02 Round 1: Slalom Race-Off and First Driving Impressions

Hi and welcome to this video where we pit the Tamiya XV-01 head-to-head against the new Tamiya XV-02 Pro! The race is on a simple rally slalom of 5 cones separated by exactly 2.5m, and the first cone is 2.5m from the start line. You can set up the same course and see if you can beat my times!
Both cars are totally stock, and as the XV-01 comes with a 27T silver can motor, I fitted the same to the XV-02 Pro so it was an even contest.
As you will see in this video, the XV-02 suffers from more body-roll than the XV-01 - I think this is down to the longer TRF shocks and the higher C-of-G in the XV-02 due to battery placement. Check out the XV02 chassis spec here: • Tamiya XV02 Pro vs XV0...
The XV-02 also seems to torque steer due to the propshaft driven differentials as opposed to the belt drive on the XV01 that eliminates that.
I hope you enjoy the comparison, it's just a bit of fun but I think it does highlight some of the differences between the chassis.
More head-to-heads coming soon!
Many thanks to Rob ‪@robbrennanrc‬ for the help making this video and of course to my friend Gary for loaning his XV02 Pro to the channel for these tests.
Note: The XV02 Pro comes in kit form and does not include a motor, body shell or any electronics. We are using Gary's basher Subaru body and I fitted a standard servo and 27 turn silver can so that the spec of the XV02 is the same as the XV01 for a fair comparison.

[@SergeyZZZ1977]

The XV-02 has a very very high center of gravity. You can see how the battery and servo are installed and you will immediately understand it.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi and thanks for the comment explaining about the c of g. I have actually mentioned this in the video description but thanks for bringing it up in the comment section. 😎👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

What I took from this is I need to get one of both! My wife is going to be so happy to hear that!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Haha, sorry about that, Addam! Yeah, joking aside, they are both awesome rally chassis and great fun to drive, you'd love them both! I promise not to tell your wife!!! :D

[@4cmjohn8]

Fantastic driving Mark and filming Rob! Amazing control with your driving around the cones Mark! I was super impressed how you made the car go around behind you, don't know how you did that! Nice comparison test! Thank you!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Always a pleasure to read you my good friend! Well it looked good on these runs, but some of the practice runs were terrible! Took me a while to get used to the cones. I've been driving these things for so long it's become second-nature! Glad you enjoyed it my American sister! Thank you!!! :))

[@NordicRC]

Good test, Mark and Rob! Yeah, they seem a bit different. The body roll difference is definitely there. Is the throw of the back end of the XV-01 a result of worn tires or oversteer? And hmmm … soon I need to find out what that ‘torque steer’ term is all about and it’s connection to the drivetrain (belt/shaft/diff). Good driving by the way! Definitely sure I can’t beat that with any of my cars ☺️

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello my good mate! Yeah, considering they both have the XV label, they are so different in design and hence different to drive. The old tyres seemed to grip OK, to be fair. I think the light rear end of the 01 adds to the oversteer and the longer shocks add to the 02 roll. Yeah, the torque steer is caused by the transfer of power through 90 degrees by the bevel and ring gears in the differentials. I don't usually notice it as much as I did on the XV02. Thanks for the compliment, set up some cones at 2.5m apart, I'm sure you can beat me!!! All the best, mate! :O)

[@theoagrc]

Great video Mark! Rob had to be quick on the camera to catch those transitions in the cones 😂 I am surprised by the handling on the XV02 as I was expecting it to be a little more direct than your video. It almost seems to be set up too high for the tarmac! Looking forward to part 2 my friend 🙌🏻👍🏻

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much, Craig! I don't know how Rob does it with the camera, but I did ask if he wanted to swap with me and do some driving, he politely told me to "Do one"!!!! The 02 is definitely set up for rougher terrain, we shall soon see! All the best, matey! :))

[@madsrcbuggy]

Interesting how different they can be, so far it mostly favours the older version. Looking forward to seeing next part. Lots of great entertainment and learning in this type of videos, please keep them coming, Mark!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello Mads! Oh yeah, these chassis are as different as chalk and cheese! Still both great to drive though! Yeah I'm looking forward to trying them on some loose surfaces and rough ground, should be fun. Thanks for always watching my videos, mate!

[@Toystheyrenot]

Nice comparison test between the 2 XV cars! The XV01 although tail happy is very predictable and easy to drive. The XV02 is more responsive and turns in quicker.. so it may require more precise input to get the best out of it. Maybe the results will be different when you get more used to driving it. Looking forward the the next test!👍😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

Well said, Sean! Yeah, need to work on the 02 driving, but to be fair I haven't driven the 01 for months, I'm a bit rusty!!! I think it will be very different results on the dirt and gravel, but it'll be fun to find out! Take care my friend! :))

[@UncleBobsRC]

I guess they both have Pro's & Con's mate. Not sure if you have, but check out TrueMaxx as he drives both, in dirt, on asphalt & on indoor carpet (Rex also run's both). Awesome driving man and can't wait to see them in the dirt!!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi brother Bobster! Yeah, they sure do have their pros and cons! Thanks for the info dude, I'll check that later. Already seen Rex's videos, he's a clever guy! ATB mate! :))

[@MrFu75]

Thank you Mark and Rob as always for taking the time. wow got to say that's slightly unexpected (the time difference between 01/02) especially as previously you compared ride heights and they were similar, guessing both have recommended kit oil in shocks/diffs? may I ask, has the xv01 had the oil replaced in the diffs recently? (Lol, I'll say it, my first xv front diff would empty after 4 minutes let alone 4 years, they are terrible!!! lol). As for what I think we are seeing, (to anyone interested) Place your Rc car so you are looking at it end on, front or rear doesn't matter, now imagine where the COG is, pick a spot, as you simulate it going through a turn it will lean, creating a semi-circle, the 02 has a higher cog (Centre of gravity) Now picture that, so a larger semi-circle, which means a further distance for the car to pivot, this takes longer for the car to settle, while the car is pivoting the inner wheels have very little weight, but the outside wheels have not yet received that transitioning weight. Now this has been designed with the F/R weight distribution in mind, as once the 02 does settle she appears very stable and predictable. Me personally I'd look at adding a anti roll bar kit to the 02 (medium front, soft rear) I'm guessing as a starting point. You mention torque steer, or "wanting to go to the right" this tells me she's getting a lot of grip, and she's running very soft suspension and what your feeling is coming from the weight of the spinning Centre prop/drive line, again this will be reduced with roll bar kit, thicker damper oil, bearing in mind high grip normally mean tarmac/carpet, so the car would be slammed running much thicker damper oil and springs settings. My conclusion for the very little it's worth. Looks good, different from the 01 to the point of i could justify a 02 with my 01's, but that the reason I have two in the first place, they are setup completely different, but this is also my problem, i see the 02 with the correct setup for the conditions being a great car, but i already see multiple upgrades needed, a lot of time to swap parts for that correct setup, something I'm not really into, like i said i have two, i my LD version for the gravel and bumpy stuff my normal for car parks, i generally only run them after I've been out for a short walk with my scale crawler (I sit have cuppa wait for the body to recover, blast my 01 round for 10 mins) the other area where i think the 02 will outshine the 01 is in the indoor or very low grip drifting scene. Running the overdrive in the rear really interests me, would like to see the differences it makes, that and a sway bar kit, completely different car I bet. To anyone interested in tuning or just understanding why cars do what they do in certain conditions a paperback book was published in 2002 from "XXX main" - Radio control car chassis setup guide, A5 size (Part #B001), well worth a read, literally you need to know nothing, this 66 page paperback to teach you everything, in plain English. Again, just would like to say thank you both for taking the time and making the effort, driving these things under stopwatch conditions, with the Interwebs watching is never easy lol. Cheers and best wishes all. Fu.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks for the awesome comment and interesting observations, Fu! First of all, no, I've never checked the diffs, they appear to be working OK though! I read your points about the setup and handling with keen interest. At the end of the day it all comes down to plain old physics! But understanding how mass and rotation (of the moving parts and also the car as a whole) is a different kettle of fish! That book sounds great, we all need a copy! Yes, I think many an hour could be spent setting these cars up and adding the best hop-ups, but honestly I don't have the time at the moment. It's something I'd like to focus on in the future, though. At the moment we will continue to run them as specified in the manuals, bog stock and see how they compare - just for the fun of it! I'd like to thank you for taking the time to write such a great comment, much appreciated here! All the best from Mark...

[@thisguy092]

The ideal weight distribution is the xv02, but I prefer the xv01 front motor design. It’s more scale to the group A rally cars. I can’t wait to get my own xv02

[@MarkBryanRC]

You are spot-on, Jack! I totally agree with you on this one. My first impressions of the xv02 are good, but I still like the way the xv01 drives! Cheers! :))

[@yellomello71]

The comparison is unfair. After all, everyone knows that Italian cars ALWAYS win. 🤣🤣

[@MarkBryanRC]

Haha! 🤣🤣Such a funny comment, but I totally agree! All the best my good friend!

[@DustyFingersRC]

Fantastic stuff!!!! Love this content and looking forward to the rally stage 👍🏼

[@MarkBryanRC]

many thanks, Damian! It was a great session to film and we really enjoyed it. We are looking to do a few more rally stages, gravel, dirt, grass etc. Should be interesting and more importantly, FUN!!! Cheers! :))

[@ShenRC]

Nice test guy's! I think the suspension on the new one will be better off road.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you Steve! Totally agree, the 02 should have the advantage on the rough, it will be fun to find out! Cheers buddy! :O)

[@thomaswoolsey2602]

I wonder if the results would be different with modern brushless power. I have seen a comparison video with the -01 lifting the rear interior wheel where the -02 stays planted. But most videos I see I like the look of the -01 cornering better every time.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Great point, Thomas! I think the 02 is definitely made with brushless in mind, as it doesn't come with a motor at all. Yeah, I've also seen those videos. I think the 02 will perform better on the rough, but we will see. I do love the handling of the 01, I have to say. Cheers! :)

[@rc-dom-uk]

Good comparison mark and Rob . I probably won’t upgrade just yet . Great video 😊👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya Dom, hope your Sunday is going well! Hehe, yeah, after this first round I'm keeping my XV01!!! love the way it handles, out of the box! Cheers, matey! :D

[@iggytse]

I thought these chassis’s were meant for dirty hence the longer suspension travel?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Yeah, they are rally chassis! But there are many tarmac or road rallies, we are going to race these cars on all surfaces, gravel, dirt and grass, it will be interesting!

[@rc_michi]

Nice comparison! The XV01 was braked by the antenna 😂

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks! Yeah, I think that antenna must be giving away at least 1mph!!! Cheers! 😬👍

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

I was waiting for that one! Have to say, I'm not surprised. The XV-02 has more weight transfer (body lean), making it more neutral in corners. The XV-01, although more tail happy, is more predictable... and QUICKER. For the large difference in price, I'd have an XV-01!! (IF I could afford one) The venerable 01 is time tested. Maybe in time, when mods come out for the 02, it will be more impressive.... But still expensive! Thanks for the comparison, me Mukka!! 🇺🇲🇬🇧👊👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Carm - you have good eyes, I think you assessed it well! I think things may be different on rough ground where the longer travel of the 02 might prevail, but it will be fun to find out! As you say, for the money I'll stick with my 01... for now!!!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@MarkBryanRC I believe you're right my friend. Off-road the 02 should shine, with its longer suspension. Still a tough call.... If I could, I'd send you some new Rally Tyres, to even that aspect. But then, neutral Handling only helps On-Road. Could cause 4 Wheel Drifting Off-Road. Advantage again, 01. It will be interesting to see! Cheers my English Brother! 😀

[@farhanarsyad6250]

How about the turning radius? Which one is better? Bless you mark

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Farhan, the turning radius is the same on both cars because they both use exactly the same suspension arms and steering components! Bless you too! Cheers! :)

[@RCBirds]

Great video Mark. I'll wait for the next comparison before I'll gonna make my mind up. One thing that might effect the times is that you're might be more experienced to the 01🤔?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks, Dirk! Yeah, wise thinking, this is only Round 1 and it was suited to the 01 being flat. Anything can happen in the next rounds. I thought people might think I was more experienced with the 01, but I've been driving so many different RC's lately that it can't be that I'm used to the 01, it's the first time I've driven it in months! All the best my good friend, cheers! :O)

[@rexrcs]

Awesome run! Agreed, a lot more roll takes a lot more time to settle, while the xv-02 was still settling the xv-01 moved onto the next cone it seems

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for watching and the comment from a man who knows! I think you hit the nail on the head there, dude! :D

[@MrFu75]

Hello Rex, Yes buddy, in one of your videos you mention thinking of where/how to start tuning, you mentioned anti roll bars, BINGO!!! this man gets it!!, i screamed at my tv!!!, i do not own a 02 admittedly but that is where i'd start, May i ask, are you running the overdrive in rear? or have you tried it yet?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Fu - yes, Rex really does know his RC cars!

[@barrycheesemore2928]

Awesome stuff, really enjoyed that! It looked like you were struggling a bit with the XV02, whereas the XV01 looked a bit more 'planted' for you. Awesome video as always!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Glad you enjoyed it, Barry! It was very interesting to drive the 2 cars back to back, i could really feel the difference. I think the high C of G of the 02 makes a big difference. Good spotting, yeah the 01 was more planted for sure on the tarmac. Should be interesting when we get them onto some dirt, might be a different outcome! All the best, Barry!

[@stephenmoore9230]

Is the any xv Facebook pages/groups

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Stephen. There is a dedicated Tamiya XV chassis group: facebook.com/groups/tamiyaxvnation Or you can look at the RC Rally group that I really enjoy: facebook.com/groups/RCRallyCarClub

[@thecontractor365]

Hi mate and a top comparison video. That's was some proper nifty steering you showcased there. I'm no expert on this stuff but maybe the XV-01 gained an advantage with it being a tad shorter \?/ . Anyway as I'm a massive fan of the Integrale I'm glad it won in this challenge - no matter which chassis it was mounted on. I totally love the look of that car. Maybe I'll get a TT-02 version of it one day, but those stickers just fill me with terror. Great stuff. All the best my friend.. 👍🏻😁😀👌.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi dude and hope you're doing well! Hehe, it took a bit of practice around those cones before I let Rob start filming - i did ask Rob if he wanted to swap and he told me "to do one"!!! You could have a point there mate, but I did struggle to get the 02 off the line as it kept torque steering! And the longer shocks were a disadvantage on tarmac, methinks. Glad your favourite won, the Lancia is a particularly nice looking rally car. I'll do the body for you if you ever get one, it would be a pleasure. Take care my good mate. :))

[@thecontractor365]

@@MarkBryanRC Hi Mark, thank you so much for offering to do my body shell, however as a modeller I would have to attempt it myself. Other than RTR RC's and diecasts all my models and miniatures were built and painted by me. Just the way I am, but I really appreciate the kind offer dude, it was so kind of you...🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😀.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@thecontractor365 Hi Dude, yeah I totally understand, just wanted you to know that I'd be happy to help if I could, but I think you would make a smashing job of that very difficult body! Having said that, if you ever fancy painting a Tamiya driver for me... 😅🙏🤝👍

[@thecontractor365]

@@MarkBryanRC No worries mate, I'd be happy to do that for you...👍🏻👍🏻.

[@3TRCGarage]

Hi Mark, fun comparison but they are so similar. I think the tires and agree the suspension/weight may have been the difference. I think the XV02 may shine on a rougher looser surface. Maybe you guys should run the same tires on the car. Fun vid, take care👍🏾

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Paul, your analysis is spot on as usual 👌 👍 I think the 02 will come out on top when we add some rough ground into the mix! And what a great point about the tyres, I've got some new tyres on my Escort wheels, I must fit those to the 01 before the next round! Thanks so much my good friend 👍

[@3TRCGarage]

Hi Mark, another good comparison maybe a simple oval track with two straights, one gentle turn and one sharper turn, it would test grip, acceleration, braking and top speed but remove the more variable chicanes and hairpins. You would have to brake hard for the sharper turn after the high speed straight but be balanced in the gentle turn :)

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@3TRCGarage Love that idea, dude! You got some good thinking going on, Paul! I'll see what I can come up with, struggling with finding a decent location at the moment! Cheers!

[@LyhneRC]

Great, that XV01 dominated 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks! Yeah, the XV01 does seem to have the upper hand on tarmac roads! :))

[@MrVinchenza]

Hi Mark, great video. What cheap brushless esc and motor combo would you recommend for the xv01? Cheers.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Terry - the only cheap ESC Motor combo I have is a SKY RC leopard 9.5T. It's fast but I don't really like it as it cogs at low speed and is difficult to get to run smoothly. I much prefer the sensored brushless motors but they are more expensive. The best compromise I have found is to use a cheap sensored 13.5T motor with the TBLE02s ESC. I have a few and they are all great to drive and the batteries last twice as long as with a silver can! I find the Hobbyking Turnigy motors to be great quality and value. All the best from Mark.

[@MrVinchenza]

@@MarkBryanRC that is superb. Thank you for replying and providing so much info.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@MrVinchenza You are very welcome, Terry! 👍

[@chrisscott3039]

😎👍the 02 is very overpriced

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Chris, I totally agree with you my friend 👍 😊

[@BasBoyRC]

So cheaper is better so far 🙂

[@MarkBryanRC]

You got that right Mal! But hang on, we got some off road stages to come, all could change! Thanks for watching and take care mate! :)

[@HaydadRC]

A lot more roll on the ‘02 it seems! Good stuff Mark!👍😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

You got that right, Jeremy! Both good handling cars, it will be interesting when we get to a rough surface! All the best, my friend! :O)

[@ferozferoz3965]

I like them both 😊🧐😎😉👋

[@MarkBryanRC]

I don't blame you for liking both, they are great Tamiya rally cars and a lot of fun! 😎👌👍

[@brokenspokesxl]

I love a tamiya rally chassis shootout, you could probably tune each car to suit the conditions but who cares, both awesome 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Couldn't agree more! Love the sentiment in your comment, yeah, they are both awesome! :))

[@kotetsujin3493]

You should try on loose dirt

[@MarkBryanRC]

Don't worry, we are going to do rally stages on dirt, gravel and grass, too! :)

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

Nice video enjoyed as always Mark. I think a big difference is your so used to how to drive the xv01 over xv02 , also the long travel shocks on the02 in a tarmac driving situation your bound to loose time compared to the other chassis. Be interested to see how the other stages go. Great stuff :)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, Andy! Glad you enjoyed it fella. I think you have a good point, but to be fair I haven't run the 01 for ages and have been driving all sorts of RC's. But yeah, I reckon it will be very different results on the dirt and gravel, but it'll be fun to find out! All the best, mate!👍

[@carlkeig5640]

I'd love either of these chassis's, but they are a little expensive for my wallet lol, but I've never had a Tamiya chassis that is actually a rally chassis( I mean not a tto2 with a rally body)they both look good at handling but I think the xv02 may be better once u get used to the handling,maybe it just needs a different approach on the controller 🤔just my thought tho Mark 🇬🇧👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Carl, yes they are a bit expensive! But remember the 02 is almost twice as much as the 01 when motor and body are added! You make good points about the handling! Maybe I could improve a little with practice on the 02, but honestly, the 01 is easier to drive on tarmac. It will probably all change when we get them on proper rally territory, though! Cheers, mate! :))

[@squareblueorange]

Great vid 😎👍. I love my XV-01. I've got a TT-01 and TT-02 which are rally spec. I'd love an XV-02 but it's quite expensive. Glad to see the XV-01 still holding it's own.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much! I couldn't agree more, I do like the XV02 but it's a lot of money! Yeah, there's still life in the XV01! Cheers! :))

[@MauzyrockRC]

Sweet! Nice comparison of the 2 XV's. Also cheers for the tip on distance between cones as I struggled with that in my last video. Still learning how to drive lol! 👍👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi dude and thanks as always! Oh, I'm a bit rusty, too - I tried the cones 2m apart at first and just couldn't get round them! 2.5m feels just right. Keep practicing, see if you can beat 7.77 seconds! Have fun! :O)

[@madmustangrc214]

Great video can't wait to see takes the victory I have an XV01 and I was thinking about a XV02 at some point.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Kevin and thanks for stopping by! They are both excellent rally chassis and it will be interesting to see how they compare on some proper rally stages. All the best my friend! :))

[@axxonn01]

What do you you use for transmitter/receiver?

[@MarkBryanRC]

I used a Carson Reflex Pro 2.4ghz digital twin stick for the XV02 and an ancient Acoms 27mhz analogue radio set for the XV01.

[@axxonn01]

@@MarkBryanRC thank you!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@axxonn01 You are always welcome! :)

[@bradkalman2353]

I feel the xvo 2 should have won that it seems to be more controllable in the turns it doesn't it's it's more direct with its turns it turns in much faster I don't see how the xv01 could have won.

[@MarkBryanRC]

I don't really know how to answer this comment, Brad. Did you watch the video, listen to the comments we made and read 📚 the description? No, I didn't think so! 🤣

[@CheckYourSheds]

Great video. I’ve been looking at them both and this has helpedmake up my mind. I’m going XV01! Keep up the good work.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Nick, glad the video helped. Good choice, the XV02 is a great RC car, but at the price I think the XV01 is a winner! Cheers! :))

[@Ryan57Garr]

It looks like it will be a lot easier to maintain. No drive belt. However it’s the weight distribution of the old XV01 that makes it so fun to throw around corners. It has a more “realistic” feel to it.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Ryan, good point, but TBH I haven't had any problems with the XV01 belt in the last 5 years! Agreed, the XV01 is such a natural handling car, I love it!!

[@scalecrawlnl]

Very cool video and awesome rc cars, great fun had, thank you!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the kind comment! Definitely lots of fun with these Tamiyas, lots more to come on different surfaces!👍

[@JF-RC]

Hi there Mark, another great dynamic duo production. I’m certainly looking very closely at this head to head. I’ve just finished building the XV-01 Lancia Delta Integrale. You’re certainly pushing those chassis through their paces, with the weight transfer from side to side. Seems a bit strange that Tamiya should design a predecessor to the XV-01 that has a performance loss in handling. As usual, a great head to head, looking forward to the next stage. Awesome my friend. Take care and best wishes to you and the family 😊😁😉

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi John, best wishes to you and yours, too. I know you are gonna love that XV01! Yes, the 02 did struggle on the road, but I'm sure it will be very different when we get on the dirt and gravel, but it'll be fun to find out! :))

[@JF-RC]

@@MarkBryanRC I’m looking forward to seeing your appraisal. Take care and best wishes to you all. 😁😉😊

[@derekmillen42]

Outstanding performance by two smashin looking car's ...

[@MarkBryanRC]

Totally agree with that my friend! Lots more to come and the 02 may have it's revenge! Cheers! :)

[@ianat5016]

Great video. Locking forward to round 2. Come on xv02 😂it’s not over yet

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Ian, it certainly isn't over yet - we've only just started! Things will be different on an off-road course, I'm sure. Thanks for watching and the great comment my friend! :))

[@Del350K4]

Wow, Mark - these two platforms really are like chalk and cheese, rather than the successor simply performing like a slightly improved update of the original. I'll be very interested to see how your relationship with the XV-02 develops over this autumn and winter.

[@MarkBryanRC]

They really are different, Del! Yeah, unusual to go for a complete redesign rather than just upgrading target areas. I'm not sure I prefer the new design, the old one makes so much sense to me. But yes, the proof of the cake is in the eating, so we will see how it tastes in the longer run! Cheers, mate! :))

[@Del350K4]

@@MarkBryanRC I love eating cake. Like you, I think the older design seems to make a bit more sense, but it'll be fun, and instructive, to join you in exploring the relative merits of the two platforms.

[@JustforFun-xh6ld]

Good to see you out just having real world fun & enjoying it 👍🏻

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks ☺ yes this was just a bit of fun, they are both lovely cars to drive! Cheers 🍻

[@catcancrunch7260]

Interesting, good fun for sure, thanks for your upload mate 👍🙏🐈

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers 🍻 mate, yeah it was interesting, have a good Sunday 👍 😎👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya matey. Hey I'm having Mark Bryan overload here because I've got your Wild One top tips video in one window and this in another. Really interesting to see the different handling. I have to say that the XV-01 looks more fun and I know that mine is lovely to drive. As I think I said before it does seem like better value all round. Anyway good stuff. I'm just starting my Wild One kit which is why I was reviewing your other vids. The thing I'm short of is an o ring the right size to stop the suspension spring rattling. I did order some but I'm not sure that they are right. Anyway all good apart from that. Hope you are having a lovely Sunday. Cheers for now 😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Pete and happy Sunday to you too! Wow, good for me that you got an overload of my videos! Great to hear! Yeah, these cars are like chalk and cheese in some ways but similar in others, if that makes sense?!?!?! Both lovely to drive though. I just felt that the 01 was more predictable and accurate. I've been driving so many different RC's lately that it can't be that I'm used to the 01, it's the first time I've driven it in months! Have fun with that Wild one build. If your O rings are the wrong size, give me a shout and I'll send you a few from my spares box! Cheers matey! :O)

[@davidhiscock1969]

Hi Pete. Watching Mark's wild one vids are dangerous. I now have 8 of them !!!! Rather hooked lol . G parts tree , G11 are 2 stepped plates . They are not used in the kit but they fit nicely on top of shock bottom and take up the slack of the springs . Done on a couple of mine. Cheers Dave

[@MarkBryanRC]

Great advice, Dave! Hope Pete reads this! :D

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@MarkBryanRC sent you 2 pics a while back if that helps Pete

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@davidhiscock1969 Good thinking Dave, I'll forward them! Thanks!!!!

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[@MarkBryanRC]

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[@M.A.S.Ked-Crusader]

Another great review guys 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you 🤗

[@davidhiscock1969]

Nice vid Mark. Just wondering if adjusting shocks a little and adjusting the steering dual rate so it doesn't turn so wide might help ?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Yes, absolutely! Many thanks for your thoughts, Dave! I reckon adding preload would reduce the roll on the 02 but I needed all the steering lock I could get to make the turns, especially the loop at the top. I'm sure I could dial both cars in better for the slalom, but wanted to run them totally stock back to back. They are both set as specified in the manual, and I thought that was fair. Anyway, thanks again and all the best my good friend! :O)

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@MarkBryanRC no worries Mark. Left a comment on your friend Pete's post about the wild one spring plates. Hope you didn't mind. Cheers Dave

[@MarkBryanRC]

No problem mate, it's great to share our experience in this community and I'm sure Pete is glad of the advice! Feel free to post anything you want my friend! :))

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@MarkBryanRC cheers Mark. Think I after stripping and rebuilding 7 of them I hopefully know my way around them lol . Must send you pics of the latest 3 wild ones . They all came out sweet