Review - GT Power Entry Level RC Container Truck Sound & Light System - 4k

This is the older Sound & Light system from GT Power. It is used in conjunction with an external Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) so you can choose your own preferred ESC, it's very basic and should fit your requirements if you're building on a budget.
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[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Lipo vs NiMH comparison was enlightening! With NiMH, initial power surge dropped the voltage into the FIVES!! 😮 Significant. Teri, I was really hoping you would get to this one! I have one now in storage, waiting for us to get out of this MESS. 😭 It's going into a Budget Semi project with a Hercules Hobby Truck kit.... I DON'T expect it to be Tamiya quality, but it may help a lot of people who would love to get into these, but don't have Thousands to spend. (Like I am now) When I can, I'd love to get a second one of these. I think I like the Entry Level better. Less FAFF, less confusion, no phone needed!! Thanks for doing this one! 😉

[@TeriWilde]

I was also surprised and it just shows how much current the stock motor can draw without any load. I only really use Nimh for light duty stuff such as the light system in my trailer. All my trucks now run lipo.

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

I guess I should run Lipo, since I'm either using a Hobbywing WP-1080 ESC or Beier USM-RC-3.

[@markrendell500]

Thank you so much for this video. I have just been able to connect all of my light and sounds after watching it. Great job and so easy to understand your instructions 👍👍

[@breeze0413]

awesome video

[@soniinaaz]

Very Awesome video 😋 Thanks for sharing ☺️ have a good day 😃 Stay connected😁

[@dustineputtaert5792]

The sound you said was gear change was the sound for the 5th wheel uncoupling of the trailer

[@CarmineRC]

Teri.... I wish I had thought about THIS. I remember you saying that you prefer the Bluetooth version. I'm guessing you didn't use this basic vrsion, and i would have asked for that too! I could have really used this with a budget truck build i'll be doing by end of Summer......

[@dalecripps1291]

or can we run the GT power off of the speed controller on the truck

[@robbomber984]

Could not get it to work on my spectrum 40a esc works on my other brushed but not that one haven't t rtr IED on my 120a spectrum esc might layer to see.

[@michaelrichardson1030]

Hi Teri. I've got a GT Power System like on the video. (I fly Mode 1 and all my trucks are in Mode 1 as well). Does the system still work if I change the throttle and steering to a different channel i.e. mode 1. Great videos by the way! Keep up the good work! 👍

[@TeriWilde]

as long as you plug the Input Control leads in the corresponding channels on the Receiver, then it should work.

[@user-uk4nj1vw8g]

what voltage goes out to light? thought to connect som extra light

[@FARFARMER]

Hello. Thanks for the review. Okay, tell me, if I don't have such a power adapter, how can I connect this whole system? Will you need two batteries?

[@TeriWilde]

you could use 2 batteries but that would take up more room in your model, it would be easier and better to get an adaptor lead to be able to power up the unit as well as the ECS from the same battery.

[@FARFARMER]

@@TeriWilde Thanks!!!

[@johng7622]

Try a different motor with more turns, test it with a truck puller motor

[@CarmineRC]

Once again, thank you for this! I wish I could afford 2 more of these... It has everything I need, NOTHING I don't!! No FAFFING with phones, which I can't use. And nearly as plug-and-play as an MFC-01/03. It would be great for two Budget Diesel builds I've got coming up... or maybe even make my Grandson! How did you get Throttle/Steering on the CORRECT sticks?

[@TeriWilde]

To get the throttle/steering working correctly it's a simple case of figuring out which channel to plug the leads into. not all RX are set up the same :)

[@CarmineRC]

True. My Flysky FS-i6X has ch 1 for steering and ch 3 for Throttle. So.... it's only as simple as deciding which inputs to plug into the Receiver?

[@TeriWilde]

it is as simple as that yes 👍

[@CarmineRC]

@@TeriWilde..... and therein lies my problem. I have an Engineer's mind - I can't stop THINKING! Even when I know better! 🤪

[@bruceclark9449]

hello teri, brillant video as allways my thottle does not work, any surgustons, bruce

[@TeriWilde]

as this system doesn't have a ESC I can only assume there is an issue with your ESC, Receiver to transmitter signal (bind) or a wire isn't plugged in correctly.

[@davidgrimes5385]

🚛Hi Teri, would you know where i would get a throttle return spring kit for my flysky fs-i6 transmitter watched your video on how to fit the kit great stuff keep them coming

[@TeriWilde]

Where in the world are you? If you're UK then I have some.

[@davidgrimes5385]

@@TeriWilde Hi Teri, im in dublin ireland

[@davidgrimes5385]

Hi Teri, im in dublin ireland

[@TeriWilde]

Email me (see description) and we can sort one out for you.

[@clementmcnaney6787]

Hello. I'm new to the semi world and doing research before my first build. I want to run this sound system for sure. I have a Futaba 7pxr transmitter that I use for all of my RC's and would like to do so with my Semi. Can this be used for the GT control system?

[@TeriWilde]

I've never been a fan of pistol type radios so I've never looking into how they work but bear in mind that you need 4 channels that are 3 position.

[@redwolfrc1.14]

Hey Teri. Trying to figure out what is the best remote to use with the system. Same gt power system with one sound. In the manual it shows the 2 joystick type remote I dont have yet. So 6 channel / 8 channel / 10 channel/ 12 channel

[@TeriWilde]

the GT Power unit needs 4 channels to operate it.... If you're on a budget, I say go for the Flysky FS-i6X which comes with a 6 channel receiver but can support a 10 channel receiver (that's what the X means)... plus it has a 20 model memory so you can use the one radio for many models. be careful not to pay too much for them from because I've seen some sellers asking over $100 for a $60 radio. and it's advisable to fit a return spring on the left throttle stick which are only a couple of $. I prefer to use a Spektrum radio which are a lot more expensive

[@redwolfrc1.14]

@@TeriWilde that's great bro. Cause I also need to operate other lights and a winch

[@martjackson7942]

Hi Teri, has it got a reverse beeper, cheers

[@TeriWilde]

yes, it has... I go through the set, up, functions, operations, and features in this video.

[@dalecripps1291]

does it really matter the type of battery to use for the gt power

[@TeriWilde]

Not really, Nmhi is fine but a Lipo is more stable when powering the motor.

[@dalecripps1291]

plus do you need to the red male pug in for power to the truck

[@TeriWilde]

yes, you will need to power this up from the battery

[@benner-iw8rx]

Voltage drop when the system is running. Can this module be powered by a separate battery other than the main battery?

[@TeriWilde]

@@benner-iw8rx the simple solution would be to get a higher capacity battery, or better still, use Lipo. That should solve your problem.

[@benner-iw8rx]

@@TeriWilde Imay have to break down and buy a Lipo for this.

[@dalecripps1291]

do you need to plug in your speed controller to this,

[@TeriWilde]

You'll need a separate ESC and it does run through this system as do the servos. This is to facilitate the engine speed sound and turn indicators.

[@rockysoles3318]

Hey I’m having hard time putting in my transmission together

[@TeriWilde]

It can be a little tricky.... follow the link below to a video I did not so long ago showing in detail how to build the transmission kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6jdhaywg7ppg9k If you got to my channel I've done a full build showing some handy tips and one where steering is improved on the US trucks.

[@ruffrider8769]

I need help with mine it's so frustrating

[@TeriWilde]

This is the easiest of all the GT Power Sound/Lights product to set up. I'll help where I can.

[@ruffrider8769]

@Teri Wilde I think I'm missing a lead as I have no way of connecting battery to lorry and to the main box

[@rcjackiemack728]

How much is this T?

[@TeriWilde]

I've seen it for sale at around £80.

[@lopatovich]

@Teri Wilde reverse sound is TERRIBLE! :D

[@TeriWilde]

this is what you get for "entry level" units... you will always have to pay a lot more if you want a more realistic sound .