I Crashed my 100 MPH RC Car, it made a mess!

My Rlaarlo AK-917 took a massive hit going flat out (ish). Proven to be a 100 mph RC Car, I didn't;t have much luck!
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[@caststhrowsbladespews]

I think you should name it the Tomley's Rlaarlo Acceleration Xtremely Xtra Assist for Straightness!

[@lee8128]

Kev will be proud of you 😂

[@TomleyRC]

Who's Kev?

[@mikebird8290]

​@@TomleyRC 😂

[@kanenstuff]

​@TomleyRC ha see you guys are racing again with the same buggy so why not do the same with this one 🎉

[@themancalledx]

We’re ALL proud of you 😂

[@CrazyQuadBrothersP3]

@@TomleyRC 😂😂😂

[@briang.2599]

Love the test videos, but also love your attitude and ability to laugh off the damage and show us how to repair and get back on the road. Great video, even better with your positivity and laugh it off nature.

[@billymanilli]

7:58 Reminded me of the movie "Tommy Boy"... when David Spade opens the door on the GTX at the gas station and it falls off... "What'd you do??" lmao

[@catshotfourone7951]

Throttle pulse reminds me of the late great F1 driver Ayrton Senna's unusual driving style using a pulse or feathering throttle technique of up to several times per second I believe, for traction control, nobody knew he was doing that until a team member keyed in on subtle sound difference, so they wired Senna up for some data and a graph of his pedal action, very unusual and innovative driving style.

[@anthroism26mc]

there's a video of senna in an NSX, the way he maintains the revs is so captivating to watch

[@ruuster83]

Legendary Smash! Im starting to wonder if Rlaarlo did this speed challenge to sell spare parts ! LOL! I just got my carbon brushless and its beautiful. Every car i've run over 80mph has destroyed lipos, arms, chassis, turnbuckles, you name it. There is no "durable" car that can withstand an impact that you demonstrated. people who blame the car have never speed run, this is just a normal weekend a speed runner.

[@michaelcain2174]

Finally the video I’ve been waiting for 💪💪💪💪 it didn’t disappoint. I really think Rlaarlo have produced a gem of a car

[@TomleyRC]

It’s certainly got potential… and as we’ve seen.. will do over 100mph 👍

[@TheRCVolt]

Famous last words, just one more run 😂, you were chasing that speed dragon and got bit lol but glad its salvageable. Lovely looking car.❤

[@mgg5050]

Between the information you put into the video, your slow motion, you're voice over and driving skill. I just wanted you to let you know that I really appreciate all the effort and information....

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you. Really appreciate it

[@DoubleDownDBo]

Great video!I purchased a Rlaarlo buggy when they first came out and was pleasantly surprised in the quality and fun factor of Rlaarlo. Customer support is very good as well.

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

That “goodie bag “ saved the freakin Day! Yeah Baby yeah!🇬🇧😝 Awesome speed run experience video ! Thanks Phil!

[@Xbrand845RC]

Mr.Tomley in America we call that the 2 step!!!🤔😳🤣😭👍🏾

[@adamwolfy4826]

I think youll find senna was the master of the "blip for grip" technique 🤣 in all seriousnes though, if you havnt seen it, thats how senna kept grip in the corner exits

[@loknlode]

You've become my favorite RC Channel, love the content. Thank you!!!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Well, that crash looks *very familiar* mate. And the same front right wheel hub that I broke twice. 😂 And my receiver also pulled out exactly the same... Hmmm.. Good luck with the speed run buddy. Talk later. EDIT: Just noticed the speed was the same as mine. Becomes unstable at 70 mph, 121 kph... Wow.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@TomleyRC have you had any further success or failure may I ask?

[@Finishlinemotorsports]

One thing I try to do is stay away from side walks but that was still an incredible couple of runs 🔥👍🏻

[@DanjaBis]

Have you checked the diffs? I've found diffs that are too open really aren't ideal when trying to put power down, they usually open up and spin one wheel way faster which just makes the car really unstable.

[@darrenconway8117]

Have you considered extending the floor forward ahead of the body and bumper to create a air splitter? This will reduce the air flow under the car. Reducing that flow will reduce air pressure under the car. That will improve down force, grip and stability.

[@MatthewSimm]

I think the servo may be the issue (twitching at low speeds) i dont think its returning properly/ very accurate, until its forced to at higher speeds. Ill be trying a new servo soon and hopefully that fixes the issue, because when i got mine straight, it held really well!

[@terryhoward7074]

Looks great, can’t wait for mine to come it’s on its way have not had one for more than 20 years

[@ed0c]

lmfao. the oh shit before the smash in slow motion was great

[@troypfuhl14]

Brilliant Mate, if I knew how to exchange pics correctly. I'd show you what the collection of RC ,You and Kev would be... dare I say jealous... Lol. Cheers Tomley 🍻. Nice run... Troy 😎

[@troypfuhl14]

Again, I sent you a specific text before me bedtime...after my Dad finally fell asleep 😴. Take a gander see if I sent correctly. Troy 😎

[@EmptyBoxGamer]

Thats ruthless that man 😂😂😂😂 trademarked the tat if anyone copys il send you a cease and desist 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@fiercetatsu6782]

Hey I’ve been doing the pulse then full throttle since I started 😂 I’m glad you did it too it sounds a bit annoying but it works

[@shawnh1890]

The baby closing😂😂😂

[@Pablo668]

That was pretty good. I like these cars. It took that crash quite well. There used to be curbs just like that out the front of my place, they were great for destroying cars I'd lost control of. People often don't realise how bad a right angle curb like that can be on an RC car. Great vid as always.

[@SpeccyMan]

kerbs 😉 kerb 😉 ... of which I'd lost control. 😉 vid. (All abbreviations require proper punctuation!) 😉

[@beachinrc101]

Curb smurb hate those stupid things 😢

[@lyleburns2640]

The Tomley tap lol i like it

[@JLary71377]

That's very nice. When pulsed it goes straight 😁

[@Kazairl666]

Pretty cool looking car! I do have one small question though; why do you keep the spare wheel on the car during runs? it's just extra weight, isn't it? cheers and keep up the good work!

[@extec101]

extra weight can most of the time be good in a top speed run as aero is more of a factor then more mass in the car to make the suspension work rather then the car bouncing on the springs and it gives a initial downwards force making the tyres gripp that gains as downforce start to work. look att a bugatti veyron heavy car it seems compared to an ariel atom that is light for turns and acceleration but the bugatti is more for top speed and at 400km/h aerodynamic drag is a major factor more then what more mass does to initial acceleration in the start of the runn.

[@user-mo2cu2jd2r]

Doesn't take but a slight movement in steering to crash at that speed , Great Run, I really like Rlaarlo products!!!

[@muskokamike127]

Just remember: 60 mph at 1/10th scale is like a full sized car hitting a brick wall at SIX HUNDRED MPH. (I know I know, force x mass = N and all that but still.....)

[@nj2033]

Cease and desist 🤣🤣🤣 I like it

[@nevTk-oe9ud]

for a 60 mile an hour crash i'd say that's quite awesome :D Amazing lil car

[@vanlifenomad]

Dedication to a hobby well done, great videos I've got an original 1979 Tamiya Sand scorcher on brushless

[@WoolstyRC]

The TTC technique (Tomley Traction Control)

[@stevec821]

Just got home & mine has been delivered & the weather forecast is for rain, yay 😀 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@TomleyRC]

Boooo

[@davidrivero7943]

Oh no ! A good pull none the less , thou . Such a nice looking rig & she'll be back .

[@dankforest]

Use a spider phone mount on top of your remote so you can use two hands and still drive. It helps alot. And you can pull it off and throw it on the ground and get some good shots there too

[@TomleyRC]

You can't get the low down shots I get without driving 1 handed. I use a mount for the remote for the normal running footage

[@but531]

Very normal damages after this high speed crash, none should complain. It's very beautiful, i like that has lights, and i like that it look like a 70's LeMans car. Also it's fast just need tuning for the guys that know how to do this, and generally is a nice model. For me is one of the most cool looking rc cars.

[@MrGibbie2210]

Still waiting for mine, ordered and paid for the day you put your first review video up….. I was in the first 500 so I “should” have it by now…. Oh to be a KZbinr!

[@TomleyRC]

I also ordered one the day they were released (think I was order num 35 or something), and mine hasn't left China yet...

[@valuerc2664]

No matter how cheap the rc is, I would never pay in advance and wait 2 or 3 months. It would be ok to pay on the day when I receive it

[@grrfy]

same,but they managed to withdraw the money ok....

[@masimoplusje3099]

🙋🏻‍♂️ Hello there Phil Ooh 😮 shit... hahaha 🤭 are you crying there for a 🤏🏽 moment Phil? 😉 A lot of emotions came across on this road in your rc live for us 😀 and like always 💁🏻‍♂️ thank you Phil!!! for everything you do for us all ✊🏽

[@fredsmith-dengler9225]

“S#^% I forgot the road ends”😂😂😂

[@TomleyRC]

🤣

[@CrazyQuadBrothersP3]

Cool video Phil minus the crashes 🫣. But was comedic! 😀 Yeah there is work to be done with this car! Got mine 2 days ago. 👍🏻

[@nrtv20]

ABS for throttle is.... Traction control? Haha great job on the video!

[@RCBirds]

Thanks for the test. And seeing how much efforts, material and money Raz Shifrin puts into his projects, I highly doubted that a mass produced car would reach that announced speed. It's a nice model with many details and functions, and that should it be. I drove often over 120 mph over the Autobahn and I can assure you it's more stress than fun, even in an E-class. So in my mind a model hasn't to be so fast.

[@wheelsdownrc6348]

Believe it or not, you cursing is even funnier in slow motion😂

[@troymonroe9656]

I was so stoked about this rc. After dealing with the delays in shipping, as of 3 May, I have cancelled 660.00 in orders from rlaarlo. How Rlaarlo handled it all leaves me wonderibg just what they were thinking. Those who have it, goid luck with it. Hooe you can get spares for it, Tomley.

[@EdisonRCWorkshop]

RLAARLO, thank you to everyone who initially booked support! We are working hard to complete the delivery! The new RC world is changing!

[@bryanhill1419]

@@EdisonRCWorkshop what's changed? Rlaaro charged me $9.99 for shipping and 2 months later asks for more shipping fees after the bill has already been processed. In rlaarlo's email link in description it doesn't even explain how to pay the additional fees. You first have to email rlaarlo in order to get an explanation how to pay the fee. Nowhere in their link doesn't say to push the link button 25 times in order to pay the additional fee.

[@scaleworksRC]

Very impressive and it's nice to see spare parts included. I wanted to support my local hobby shop and they were just eager to get my money and get me out the door. Once I needed a $2 part after the first run, customer service from the manufacturer basically directed me to a complete $20 shock assembly or a warranty claim. Not cool. Looking at you.. Losi. 👀

[@glennjthompson332]

It needs a gyro to keep it straight, maybe traxxas acessories of electronics can help, it's worth a try for the next run?🤔

[@carlbModels]

you weren't brakig at all? blimey. very lucky! 👍🍺🇬🇧

[@ivanvrane7213]

can't wait to get mine 🙂 I will install gyro for sure..

[@mikenco]

You're a way better cinematographer than Mr 'boom!'.

[@NurfHerderEclipse]

You can say. "I chose a bad road" 🤣

[@lyricalcoma1979]

Love mine, it’s not the speed run version. I have the AM-X12 with the carbon effect carry case it’s a great looking car and seems well made, only issue I have is when you attach the wing to the car it won’t fit back in the case without squishing it in

[@jochenweisel8612]

Thanks. Would be interesting to see if a Traxxas TSM could bring some stability.

[@brentwhite1791]

Send me a cease and desists for using the TAT!!! 😆😂🤣

[@TomleyRC]

hahaha... on the way

[@babupranav]

Would adjusting dual rates and adding a gyro help with the steering?

[@Niobium23]

That toe out in front killed ya. Slight toe in for stability (.5 degree)

[@WCPRCModelsCraft]

Ouch! Always make sure you have time to scrub off the speed haha

[@j2kinflarc768]

I just received my RTR carbon and roller carbon can’t wait to run and build

[@jaykidwell9417]

I respect your efforts to play fast on the cheap. i personally gave up on that and spent all my money on mahoosive gubbins.

[@mortonbeard2240]

Automotive exhaust tape will protect the body from tire wear. Protects from body mount wear also.

[@jameswisecarver]

My aarma vendetta will do 70mph out of the box with the included high speed pinion gear on 3s. I actually got 72mph out of it one morning. No aero problems drives straight and is super tough. I got it on a sale for 199 usd. Hard to beat that.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, I got a similar speed with my Vendetta. Unfortunately they are no longer 199…. that was a crazy deal 👌

[@robertkenney7122]

I cannot understand how many people into RC cars do not do a little homework and realize they basically function mechanically like their full size counter parts. Use a ruler or a tape.. You can then guarantee that your settings are equal side to side as well as corner to corner. That alone will tighten up handling characteristics. Toe in rear slightly for more forward bite. Front start slightly out, you will find more control if it does start to wave around... Look up what kind of specs full size cars are using for the application and go from there....

[@edenisburning]

Nice side impact crash test!

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic bashing, Phil! Pretty amazing car indeed! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@rustafar_2354]

Stay safe from what ??? 🤷‍♂

[@beachinrc101]

Got off easy bro that could have been so much worse lol good to see it back together 🤷‍♂️ how’s the servo saver is it adjustable when everyone was having problems with the 1603 I ended up stuffing washers in the servo saver and that made so much of a difference & took the toe-in out of the rear by just heating up the hub & twisting it straight & couldn’t believe how much better it handled up to 65 then it would just take off like a ✈️ 😂😂😂good luck I want to get into this car so bad man it just looks like it should go over 200 lol

[@disciplinerc]

Nicely done, but my crash will be WAY better 😂

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… I’ll look forward to your Sad face 😅

[@disciplinerc]

@@TomleyRC 😭😭

[@TomleyRC]

@@disciplinerc ❤

[@SlowerIsFaster139]

Been waiting for this video!

[@Breakaway_RC]

Been looking forward to this 😁

[@TomleyRC]

Me too haha

[@Breakaway_RC]

Was that a little traxxes dig in there ? 😮😂

[@413RC]

They really need to make a programmable ESC. the on/off braking is not good for speed runs but MAN I love mine!!!

[@christopherwilson6825]

Wow !!! That's a nice car . The road you was on was not good for speed runs . "Too bumpy" it's good they sent spare parts . I would of been disappointed. Great production editing. Please don't kill the cars and trucks. We know they are durable at lower speeds ..

[@terryhoward7074]

Question - where what number do I plug the lights into my headlights are not working also my body fan does not come on at what point does it run, all the time or when hot?

[@mikeluther60]

You sure were a lot more forgiving to this about it not meeting its marks then you were to the Traxxas VXL Bandit.

[@TomleyRC]

I've always been open on Chinese manufacturers speed claims being way over the top, it's old news now I think. The Bandit story was more about not even providing the correct gearing... and requiring you to get an aftermarket pinion.. and that's its Traxxas.... the fastest name in radio control :)

[@vbspeed7571]

Hello from V&B Speed...grate looking car lad

[@rc-dom-uk]

It’s a lovely looking machine 👍

[@mikebird8290]

WOW PHIL I THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO BE ALOT WORSE. LUCKY AS IT WAS MOVING. HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND SIR 🇬🇧🕊️✌🏼👍🏼

[@troypfuhl14]

Right... Troy 😎

[@Fonzierc]

Definitely needs a better road 🤣 overall it survived pretty well 💪

[@mortonbeard2240]

Is there anyway to get an XRay carbon car ready to run?

[@ralphhowing3473]

OUCH you shot your eye out!! That was something almost like the real thing, there were no survivors!!!!!!

[@PaulTurner24]

Ouch! 600 mph!, 1/10 scale. Not bad at all.

[@pieterolivier792]

My rtr carbon and rtr metal versions came in the mail today. And of course we have had nothing but rain and high wind the last few days. My fortnightly rc car club meet is in 3 days. Hope to put it round the track and see how it goes. I might put my dumborc with gyro in it just to help.

[@jimboslice12-o7m]

Can't let you have the pulse technique but great video

[@jeffboring6261]

"OH NOOOO GUYS WHUT HAPPUND?!?"

[@ThunderCaZ]

I just heard the Pirates of the Caribbean Captain Jack Sparrow theme before watching this, 😂 entertain us sir lol

[@TomleyRC]

haha

[@MrCornholios]

Installing a braking parachute would be nice. 🏎

[@robhotson1882]

It looks amazing. I love all the Race driver excuses for your crash lol, one handed, slippery surface.

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… the crash was 2 handed and I forgot about the end of the road. No excuses there 😅

[@robhotson1882]

@@TomleyRC I'm still wincing

[@monkeyfacesenior]

Tomley's Winning Acceleration Technique.. FTW

[@rcplaytime]

Flipping heck 😮😂

[@ARRSEY-RC]

I should of done the tap this morning I just couldn't get traction in 917 😢

[@marlontruscott]

How about using a gyro to keep you running straight on speed runs?

[@carlbudd341]

Brushedmotor will under water iff?esc reciver servo waterproof.

[@Nerm78]

Man that thing took a hit!

[@robertshelton2605]

Nice video, as always. Dont think I'm buying this car. Something makes me think this is a budget XO-1. Probably gonna keep saving for a Arrma Limitless.

[@chrisbaker121924]

Pulsing I guess is acting like a traction control!

[@MagnifiedGiant]

RC cars and curbs have a fatal attraction. Speed runs seem to increase that attraction.

[@Jaysqualityparts]

Damn Tomley find a better road. Buy some contact foams.

[@josephmorelli3191]

Ouch! Just got mine yesterday. Still waiting for a bunch of upgrades. V E R Y “touchy” screws!!! Stripped one right off the bat. Spent 1/2 hour removing it without marring the carbon fiber chassis. Time will tell what it will be able to do.

[@TomleyRC]

It seems to be a common theme.. not just with the cheaper stuff as well. Arrma are well known for glueing hardware in!

[@josephmorelli3191]

@@TomleyRC always enjoy your stuff! So nice to hear back.

[@danb.4571]

Nice runs! I think to run this very small, light car straight at speed there’s going to have to be some really meticulous suspension/chassis setup. Shock limiters for sure, looks like heavier springs as well. Is there any way to get rid of the excessive toe-in in the rear? Different pills, maybe? Thanks for the great vids, man! I don’t know when my AK917 will finally show up, but I’m really looking forward to it.

[@dexterbeattie7884]

Awesome Video Phil!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude