MN Model D90 Land Rover Defender: Dirt Cheap

MN Model is a new Chinese player on the RC market. Their first model is a really nice, 1/12 scale Land Rover D90 Defender. It is available as an RTR and as a kit version.
Of course I chose the kit version: www.banggood.com/1-Set-MN-90-...
D99 RTR: www.banggood.com/MN-99s-2_4G-...
So in this video:
- Unboxing
- Kit build
- Comparison with WPL C14 Toyota Hilux
- Outdoor test in the snow
More videos:
Part 2, crazy test run in the snow, brass pinion upgrade: • MN Model D90 Land Rove...
Part 3, hydraulic WLtoys shock upgrade: • MN Model D90 Land Rove...
Part 4, test drive with hydraulic shocks: • MN Model D90 Land Rove...
Part 5, new rear windows, test drive in the forest, rollover accident: • MN Model D90 Land Rove...
Part 6, new 3D printed 20“ alloy rims: • MN Model D90 Land Rove...
More links:
- 10A ESC: www.ebay.com/itm/JMT-High-Qua...
- STL data for the 3D printed servo clamp on my Thingiverse: www.thingiverse.com/thing:328...
- WPL parts (not all of them are compatible): www.banggood.com/search/wpl.h...
Banggood Weekly Coupon Deals: goo.gl/D8B1Mu
Banggood Weekly Discount Deals: goo.gl/uGS7Lf
My DIY Open Source Arduino 2.4GHz and IR „Micro RC“ Remote:
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github.com/TheDIYGuy999/RC_Tr...
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Features:
- 1/12 scale kit
- Detailed 2007 Defender D90 body
- A long and a short roof is included
- Available in three colours
- LED headlights
- Many parts are compatible with WPL 1/16 scale trucks
- 2 solid axles with locked diff, ideal for crawling
- Metal frame
- Soft and grippy off road tires
- 180 size motor with carbon brushes
- Servo included
- Nylon gears (WPL metal gears are compatible)
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[@egooooooooo]

I just bought one and your thoughts about the axles really helped me. I replaced them with better ones that does not slip and now it can climb places that it couldnt before. Thanks for the video.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You're welcome

[@AdventureTimeRC]

I have one on the way cant wait to build it great video thanks for sharing👍👍💣💣

[@STEVOD313]

looks pretty good

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, and it is quite big

[@macelius]

Like what You're doing with these, they have a good look. Fix the steering and it's not that bad for the money. I got the C14 to mess with too, and same as this, I can see the links, bushings, plastic joints, gears, wearing and breaking pretty quickly with any significant use, providing the opportunity for replacement and upgrades, but by the time you add all those and shocks, it may add up to ECX Barrage money, at least the builder kit. Only time will tell, looking forward to the rest of the videos. It's still very tempting at the price, specially for masochists such as myself who actually kind of enjoy the experience of wearing out and breaking stock parts and upgrading (vs buying and building upgraded in the first place). What I don't like is having those crappy stock parts sit around or go to waste, so I do wish upgraded versions would be available with ball-links and metal parts included in stead of the crappy plastics. I'd pay the bit more more up front to save on producing and buying parts that I and many others are only going to use temporarily or not at all. I'm sure the body alone would sell pretty well too. P.S. These are selling as a WPL 1/12 on US eBay.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

That‘s how business works: sell the truck for cheap and then sell expensive upgrades 😉. Seriously, I just love to work on RC cars and to improve things.

[@rcpatapouf]

That is pretty cool

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, this thing is pure fun. I drove it in deep snow today. Video will follow soon!

[@isaaclyonsf1]

Nice, saw this a week ago and wasn't sure what to think of it, looks like a good truck👍

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. Yes, it‘s really nice. You can upgrade the drive train with WPL parts

[@isaaclyonsf1]

@@TheDIYGuy999 sounds good! Refer banggood to me haha.

[@Polecat54941]

Nice Overview of this project and tempting to replace the parts with something more substantial,Thanks for sharing :)

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. Also have a look at my other MN D90 videos

[@Polecat54941]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Yes I am working my way through them Thanks :)

[@Powershotknecht]

nice Work!

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks

[@danielemulazzi7309]

Veramente bello ...poi per quello che costa! !...Divertimento assicurato!...Wowwww!!

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Sì, questa cosa è divertente! Guarda anche questo video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpeZe6Ojptlplck

[@rczone9830]

Waiting for your next video with improvements, I hold my build. Good job

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. I will go out in the snow today. 🙂

[@Latvian3Dman]

Looks okay :)

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Especially for the price point. You can use WPL upgrade parts, but not all are compatible.

[@BLACKBOX1004]

Good scale vehicle😁👍👍

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, it's very nice for the price point!

[@modelnutty6503]

with the WPL's, carefully remove axle input gear from shaft, remove the inside bushing. use a paper punch with thick card stock or matchbook cover, put the "dot" where the bushing goes, get it a little wet with CA and press the bushing in. after drying, drill through the paperboard center hole, shaft back in and carefully press the bevel gear back on. I saw this flaw in other peoples KZbin videos, did to my C24 as I was building it, also to the RTR B1 that I'd picked up for 20 bucks (US) from GearBest before even running it. have had no problems with the plastic bevel gears, with the WPL there is room to do same to both bushings, stock are REALLY sloppy at the short shafts. if its too tight it will feel too notchy, if thats the case, make a paper gasket for the input bell to regain a little clearance for the bevel gears. its the simple cheap easy (cheesy?) fix for the axle gear issue.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

In my case, the nylon pinion was slipping on the steel input shaft. So I have replaced it with one frome a WPL B36. It is one piece with the shaft and made of brass. The prop shaft was then glued with super glue and the prop shaft press fitted back in place. Works fine, as you can see in my next video

[@carbonitegamorrean8368]

i need to remember that

[@gabrielsilvaz4199]

TheDIYGuy999 Is the mesh is not the same from the metal pinion gear to the plastic axles gear if people follow your directions metal and plastic they’re going to run into problems that might be why you’re getting 👎 plastic on plastic and metal on metal is only way to do it right my truck is running a 370 motor 320a ESC and 3s Lipo with plastic gears CA glued just like my buddy Model nutty says! It would be wise to listen and learn!

[@TheDIYGuy999]

The mesh is the same and metal on plastic is not necessarily a bad idea. A 320A ESC is overkill in a slow 1:12 scale vehicle. Of course the 180 size motor is not the best for extreme rock crawling, but perfectly good for trail runs in the forest. I will upgrade the drive train later on, but for now it‘s OK and works just fine.

[@gabrielsilvaz4199]

TheDIYGuy999 If you get the plastic gear and line it up with the metal one They do not line up equally. so the gear mesh is not the same but are close enough for now like he say but The 320a 3s Lipo Set up I am using may seem overkill to You but a lot of the rocks I crawl over seems that way too! I am still using all plastic original gears only modified to run metal driveshaft and CA glued pinion gear just like model nutty said in the comment above! No disrespect I actually hit the thumbs up button just so I can keep this in my like list to go back later and discuss these things with intelligent people like yourself! Keep up the good work can’t wait to see the next videos of the forest all we have around here Is The high mountain desert so lots of rocks.

[@STEVOD313]

I might have to do a build off with this kit it looks decent

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You should. It‘s much fun to build

[@kenryu364]

I just ordered this one.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Have fun

[@davesrcvideos8031]

Looking very good for its price. Nice video

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. Yes, you can‘t complain for the price

[@lorraineupward656]

Can you fit people into the vehicle? Does the top come off easy or will it break eventually if your getting people in and out of it?

[@Craig-wp3pz]

Looks good! So good I'm tempted to buy one, rip the body off and stick it on a Tamiya Lunchbox

[@TheDIYGuy999]

I think it's too small for a lunchbox

[@tomassoejakto]

I'm looking for a 1/12 scale offroad car to display with my model kit figure but it seems the only cars available in 1/12 scale are RC cars, and it also seems this model is the cheapest one. It's a bit daunting to see because, since it's not made as a model kit, there's so much unfamiliar processes I need to go through before it could serve its intended purpose, like sawing off the doors so I can open and close them. If I ignore the electrical and mechanical systems, would you say it's easy enough to assemble to the point I could get the wheels to roll freely?

[@joseangelurribarri3773]

Hello, I already bought a MN D90 but I have issues trying to charge the batteries, is there any advice to buy at amazon a battery kit for this cheap crawlers? Cheers!

[@HeinerStorchennest1]

Hello, I am looking for a new rear propshaft. Wpl ones do not match - do they? Furthermore, the tires are that soft, they kick off the rims, especially at the front axle. Any tip appreciated. Heinz

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, WPL propshafts are OK

[@fathanliem7807]

Banggood is nice we can two roof but in other stores you have to choose one of the 90k or 91k kits Thanks for Links brother 😁🙏

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You're welcome. Yes, I have also noticed, that you have to select the roof version on most Ebay shops.I have received a 2nd unit from Banggood in the meantime and the short roof was included as well.

[@guillermodominguezcatalan4629]

Donde puedo comprar otra bateria d 7,4v li para el coche.

[@stevehoulihan726]

That looks fantastic! Always wanted an RC Landy. Is there a version/kit that you just build and go?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. You can find the link in the video description. You need a remote, a battery and an ESC for this version. There are other versions available as well. Just search for MN on the Banggood website

[@stevehoulihan726]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Brilliant. Thank you.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

@@stevehoulihan726 You're welcome. Also have a look at the other D90 videos on my channel for more improvements and tips

[@SshiggyY]

*To people looking to buy this as an RTR:* I love the RTR version but it has a very bad Servo, I highly recommend buying it and a Metal Servo at the same time. Then just run that RC until the stock servo breaks and replace it! BTW: Most WPL servos fit.

[@fernandomartin624]

can you adapt that body onto a wltoys 12428? the body is amazing.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

The 12428 is much bigger, so it does not make sense

[@sebseb4478]

👍

[@TheDIYGuy999]

This Land Rover Defender D90 kit is dirt cheap, but really nice! So in this video, I'm going to build this kit and the test it outdoors! If you like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications, so you don't miss upcoming episodes. See you!

[@enriq51]

Hola amigo, Los repuestos de metal como eje frontal y eje trasero de WPL serán compatibles para este modelo 1/12?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Hi, the axles are longer than in WPL models, so you need to find longer 3mm steel axles. All other parts such as gears, bearings, prop shafts etc. are compatible.

[@yushakmoningka8809]

Hi, very nice review, is this has proportional steering and speed?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. It is the kit version and comes without ESC and receiver. A proportional servo and a 180 size motor are included. Links are in there video description

[@__-hw3rl]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😀😀 laik , super !!!!!!

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. Also have a look at my other MN D90 videos, for example this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqpdZuNgrWbl9E

[@thelittlemoontravelers]

Great video! What is the wheelbase on this little guy?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. About 195mm

[@thelittlemoontravelers]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Thanks!

[@schimu90]

What do you used to paint the window rubbers?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Stabile OHPen permanent marker "M". You can see it in the video ;-)

[@dudeonther1978]

TheDIYGuy999 thanks!!!!

[@brandon.r3411]

Where are you able to buy replacement parts if something breaks

[@TheDIYGuy999]

There are no MN Model parts available, but most of the WPL drive train parts are compatible: www.banggood.com/search/wpl.html?p=NZ29024828314201605E Also, this thing is so cheap, that buying a 2nd rig for parts could be a good solution.

[@somedudewithakeyboard]

Would be interesting to see build and review video for Orlandoo Hunter.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

I already had a look at these things, but they are just too small for my liking.

[@somedudewithakeyboard]

@@TheDIYGuy999 BTW, I'm trying to convert your Micro RC Receiver design for 1:87 scale. So, maybe you will change your mind soon ;)

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Wow, sounds interesting! 👍 Please report back, if you have a result.

[@somedudewithakeyboard]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Sure. You will be the first who finds out ;)

[@somedudewithakeyboard]

Current status: New PCB layout is done and soldered. Now to test is properly and redesign (have an idea for a better layout).

[@thomasbaechtel9995]

Hello, nice vidéo that made me bought that Crawler kit, Thanks! It was not delivered yet so could you tell me what are the dimensions of the Lipo battery you are using in that vidéo ? Could you maybe also tell me what could be the max available dimensions from that front trunk ? Thanks In advance, I will follow your next upgrades !

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Hi, thanks for the praise! The LiPo i'm using is a 7.4V, 1100mAh form a WLtoys A959. It has a JST plug and the dimension are roughly 50x30x20mm You can use this one: www.banggood.com/ZOP-Power-7_4V-1000mAh-2S-25C-Lipo-Battery-JST-Plug-p-955391.html?p=NZ29024828314201605E

[@thomasbaechtel9995]

TheDIYGuy999 Hi, thanks. Do you think that a lipo of 70x35x18mm could fit ?

[@simoncycling6685]

Nice landy 90..looks like another project for me ..alot of the bigger more expensive RC model companies could learn from wpl .no body clips front mounted battery detailed body for the price bargain !!!

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. Yes, this thing has some nice details, especially for the price. It does not come from WPL, but you can use some WPL upgrade parts. The manufacturer is MN Model.

[@DFDuck55]

What is the wheel base length? I'm trying to figure if I can use this body on one of my other 1:12 trucks.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

About 195mm

[@DFDuck55]

Thanks TheDIYGuy999. Won't fit my truck, it has a 252mm wheel base. Too bad, I really like the look of this Land Rover body.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You're welcome. Why not just use the stock chassis and do some mods like I did?

[@kentsupermad7145]

Nice! I am going back to China in Jan. Should I get one 🤔

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. You should. You can‘t go wrong for this price

[@kentsupermad7145]

It's only $26 in China. The only problem is the shopping list is too long, the suitcase is too small.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

26 bucks is insane. Looks like you have to buy a bigger suitcase 😉

[@infinity4823]

Hey i have one question what is Type of this markers when yuo painted the lights???

[@TheDIYGuy999]

It is an acrylic marker

[@Hjerte_Verke]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Does the acrylic marker stay on the lens plastic well or will it rub off on your fingers? I was very surprised seeing you use a marker for the light lenses.... 😮

[@br1ann88]

Which parts do you need to buy if you buy this kit? Like the motor and what else?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You just need a 10A brushed ESC, a 1100mAh 7.4V LiPo with JST plug and a 2.4GHz remote. Motor and servo are included. Links are in the video description. For more details also have a look at my other videos and the video descriptions.

[@br1ann88]

TheDIYGuy999 do you need to solder.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You need to solder the included JST wire to the motor pins

[@br1ann88]

TheDIYGuy999 what do I buy if I want to make it proportional steering?

[@ODIGW]

My questions are is this 1/12 scale or 1/16 xl base, How easy is it to build i have a lot of experience with tamiya kits and other brands also is there any way to lock the diffs? front and rear and someone add a link for metal gears on this kit. Overall the video showing the building is epic great and the first one that i have seen about this kit.....

[@TheDIYGuy999]

It is 1/12, much bigger than the 1/16 WPL. If you have experience with Tamiya, it will be no problem to assemble this kit. There are no diffs, the axles are already locked. The link to WPL metal gears is in the video description.

[@ODIGW]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Thank you for the fast reply keep up the good work and passion for R/C i follow your channel and subscribed

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You‘re welcome. Thanks for subscribing.

[@babbar123]

Does it come with controller as well?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

No, it is the kit version. But an RTR version is available as well, but it is not proportional. Links are in the description.

[@ishow6692]

Has it waterproof?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

My DIY receiver is splash proof, because it's conformal coated. I drove it in snow and mud, no issues so far.

[@ODIGW]

hello there i have order the exact same kit is it any good ?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

I think it‘s quite good. You may have to replace the bevel gears with brass gears from WPL

[@ODIGW]

@@TheDIYGuy999 Witch model of WPL?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

The bevel gears are identical in all WPL models. The link to WPL parts is in the description.

[@sandymtb2820]

Is this truck proportional?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

It is the kit version and comes without receiver and ESC, but with a proportional servo and with a 180 size motor. Links are in the description ;-)

[@carbonitegamorrean8368]

what paint are you using for the lights

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Orange STABILO OHPen for the indicators and grey spray paint for the reflectors

[@carbonitegamorrean8368]

Is the STABILO like Sharpie brand ink ? ? I have many colors and sets of those.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, it‘s just a waterproof sharpie

[@yangarif]

Can open the doors?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

No

[@rcfundyer5739]

Great video thanks for posting I'm getting a few of these you gave me some good ideas did you order yours from wish. Com

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks. You can find the Banggood links in the video description

[@rctrails2672]

Is it proportional?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, it's the kit version. Details and links are in the video description

[@odnalsairo]

hi is the motor will fit to 3660 motor?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

The central section of the frame has the same mounting points as in WPL products. So you can use the same gearboxes and motors: www.banggood.com/search/wpl-gear-box.html?p=NZ29024828314201605E

[@odnalsairo]

TheDIYGuy999 thanks mate!

[@BlvlWmpower]

So glad I didn't get this. Ty.

[@dillanpoling4497]

Would it be possible to get a longer servo horn and direct mount to the steering for better clearance? Just an idea. That big bent steering rod will never work with the srevo mounted away from the axel like that. Or not as good as it could. I realize it's a cheap kit but modifications is what these are for.👍 Good video though. Really enjoyed it

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Thanks for the praise. Yes, the steering rod is way too steep and causes massive bump steer. Doing the improvement will take some time, because the christmas holidays are over an I have a lot of other projects...

[@260xs2]

Speed in km

[@TheDIYGuy999]

I don't know, but fast enough for a crawler

[@mattdouglas7145]

Is there a RTR version?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

Yes, see: www.banggood.com/MN-90-1-12-2_4G-4WD-Rc-Car-Front-LED-Light-2-Body-Shell-Roof-Rack-Crawler-Monster-Truck-RTR-Toy-p-1364874.html?p=NZ29024828314201605E Keep in mind, that it has no proportional steering and a 130 instead of a 180 motor.

[@mattdouglas7145]

What is proportional steering?

[@TheDIYGuy999]

The more you turn your steering wheel, the smaller your turning circle will be, not just straight, fully left or fully right. Every half decent RC car has a proportional steering.

[@mattdouglas7145]

@@TheDIYGuy999 thanks. So the steering is straight left or right and no inbetween steering.

[@TheDIYGuy999]

You're welcome. Correct. Better go for the kit version, which includes a decent steering servo for proportional steering. You will need a 10A brushed ESC, a small LiPo battery with JST plug and a 2.4 GHz transmitter / receiver to complete it. See my other videos for the details.

[@pepitoooize]

are these metal parts compatible? m.banggood.com/URUAV-2PCS-Upgrade-Parts-Silver-Metal-Drive-Shaft-For-WPL-HengLong-1-16-RC-Crawlers-Car-p-1299431.html?rmmds=search And this m.banggood.com/WPL-Metal-Gear-Bridge-Axle-Set-For-116-4WD-6WD-RC-Car-p-1296355.html?rmmds=search

[@yosoydeyarumal]

Dri difffents GgggOOOLos? Wow!