How to upgrade your Toy Grade RC Car! MN Models MN90 WPL B36 motor. Upgraded Cheap RC Car. MN99

This video is a 'How To', quite a few of my viewers have asked for a more detailed video on how to upgrade the WPLs, MN Models, Fayee's & JJRC's.
New MN-99 (MN Models MN99) here!, looks like it's fully proportional and has metal gears! And a bigger 260 motor!
www.banggood.com/MN-99-2_4G-1...
In this Video I show you how to fit a steering servo (digital proportional), How to fit an upgraded motor and how to install hobby grade electronics in a Toy Grade RC. The MN Models MN90 is not fully Toy grade, but the RTR does come with bad electronics and a underpowered motor.
D90 RTR
www.banggood.com/MN-90-1-12-2...
D90 Kit
www.banggood.com/1-Set-MN-90-...
Gearbox (B36)
www.wpl-rc.com/collections/b3...
Servo
www.banggood.com/WPL-Rc-Car-T...
ESC
www.banggood.com/20A-Double-S...
Transmitter (in the video)
hobbyking.com/en_us/quanum-2-...
Alternative Transmitter
www.banggood.com/New-Version-...
New WPL C34 will have even more upgrades for the MN Models MN90.

[@Del350K4]

What a fascinating video! I enjoyed every second. It´s interesting to see exactly how you go about transforming these models. It seems very short-sighted to dismiss them out of hand when with a little thought and a tiny expenditure they can become so capable.

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks Del, I had a 'How to' video on my schedule for a while, and finally had the time to make one last week. These little things can do all sorts if you have the time, lots of 'no spend' mods as well. 'Hobby Daddy' has a nice selection of videos of free upgrades you can do for these. 👍

[@Del350K4]

@@TomleyRC I´ll check out Hobby Daddy´s videos : )

[@TomleyRC]

He scratch builds a lot of cool little things, right up your street 👍

[@ReverseGear]

I'm going through all your older videos now. I finally bought a WPL C14 RTR. I love it. I don't mind the non proportional steering. It good enough for playing indoors entertaining my cats. But I will be doing these mods soon. Cheers.

[@sadiesherwood8390]

Watched the video, got inspired, clicked the link, did some shopping, now I'm going to upgrade mine too! Thank you for the video!

[@d91s]

I found your video while I was upgrading our D91 models. It's really nice to watch! Thanks for the tip on steering servo assembly without the use of glue ;)

[@nathaniellangston5130]

Great video! That was exactly the RC car I was looking at and these were the exact mods I was hoping to do! Thanks!!

[@disciplinerc]

This was the first video of yours i ever watched. The first real RC i bought my youngest was an MN99s. It blew my mind and i wanted to learn more on how it worked and found your channel. Crazy how it popped up again right after xmas all these years later 😊❤

[@markone4191]

these cheap things are really good mate, people from Indonesia love them , modify them a lot and they even have mnd90 clubs out there .

[@charlesgoehring3445]

I don't care about the lights but some folks might. This process would toss the ICs that control the lights. I was looking for a schematic so I could hack into it but this way probably easier and then add my own board for my own purposes. For my purposes, I used a hot knife to cut the seats and dash out . A straight cut right behind the seats did the job so now I have a lot more room inside for a big ass battery and other gear. This vid really helped me out - I was on a wrong path.

[@SouthpawBluesman]

Thanks for the in depth breakdown of the upgrade, it's very handy to see exactly what's involved. Having seen this, (I was going to attempt to buy and upgrade one of these) I think I will save for a bit longer and buy an FTX Kanyon 😁😂 I'm crap at soldering and would likely never complete the upgrade😁 thanks very much my friend, great video and channel 👊😎👍👍👍👍

[@TomleyRC]

No problem dude. I'll be doing a RC specific 'How to Solder' video soon, so keep an eye out for that. 👍

[@colinbracher405]

I just got one of these models today. Thank you for a most detailed video. Will have to upgrade mine. From Amesbury near to Stonehenge.

[@TomleyRC]

No problem Colin, glad it was of help

[@TheBrumley91]

Thanks for this. This is something I’ve been interested in for awhile I have an uncle that’s been into this stuff for a long time. And I just bought one of these waiting to get it and then get parts ordered

[@TomleyRC]

Awesome, once you get one....you'll be looking for another!

[@stevehoulihan726]

Perfect video! Thank you. Very clear instructions as to how to upgrade the MN D90. I've just got mine and yes it does need better electronics, but I'm very pleased with it otherwise. Once I get it running better I'll upgrade the suspension setup. Then I'll just do stuff like putting stuff on the roofrack etc. I want to get back into RC cars and this seems a great place to start.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Steve. There are so many possibilities with these things. And nothing really costs a lot either!

[@stevehoulihan726]

@@TomleyRC I've just ordered the stuff I need using the links in your vid. Any idea on delivery time to the UK from China?!

[@stevehoulihan726]

Stupid question, but if I get a light set do I just plug the 3pin plug into the receiver?

[@Treefork]

Great video. My young son has been really interested in electronics and we recently bought some really cheap Mustang GT RC cars and I think this would be a great learning project.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Easy Peasy - Lemon Squeezy!!! Great tutorial, Phil - very useful my friend. Shows how quickly and cheaply you can make this RC so much better. I gave the coffee a miss and downed a nice pint while watching this! And I loved the outro music this time mate! Thumbs up! :-)

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Mark, the outro was just for you haha 👍🇬🇧

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@TomleyRC Love it mate!!! :P

[@JudeAbrahamJD]

Thank you..really helps..can't wait to upgrade mine..🙌😊

[@Boxagami]

I just ordered mine. Thanks for the videos... I know some have bashed this car as not being "hobby quality" but I really like this design. Has plenty of choices for upgrades. I've seen the expensive $500 1:10 scale Traxxas but I like this one better.

[@DeliberateNRandom]

The TRX4 Sport is $360 RTR plus battery and charger, $300 for the kit if you want to assemble and buy your own body. I've got another almost $200 in brass parts, but it's a good crawler. I've had a lot of fun with just my HPI FJ Cruiser with cheap wheels and tires and an upgraded steering servo (because the originals are absolute garbage). My friend has the classic Bronco and Defender (which are $500) with a few hundred in parts. This is fun if you want to do modding and don't want to spend a lot. I enjoy more competitive crawling with friends. I'll have to get some of my videos up from going out with them. I hope you're enjoying this! It's addictive! I have several cars! The crawlers are my favorite for going on hikes with my friends. It gets us out of the house.

[@areldcookie5581]

Nice man! Their new model is now some sort of Hobby Grade hybrid RC which is nice

[@robertorodriguez1602]

Great video thank you so much upgraded with your specs and now it is a completely different rc.

[@darman-nayyer]

Sir Special Thanks for this uploading, more than words can say!

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you Darman 😎

[@yassermasood3423]

I am doing a toy grade to Bobby grade and it is the same ESC. I had no clue installing it but after watching your video I can do it now thank you.

[@TomleyRC]

No problem dude 😎🤘

[@petersmith6423]

@@TomleyRC Hey mate, great vid.. I just wonder about buying a generic receiver and radio, how do they talk to each other? or do they just find each other automatically?

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Awesome little rebuild,i like that.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers 👍

[@George.T.83]

Hi, great video.I made the same upgrades(except motor) in my HB-P1001 toy grade crawler and it performs amazing. I thing I would do it in this one also. Good job.

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you

[@blank9471]

Great video, i used all the links, but put in a 2 speed wpl gearbox with a 380 motor and it works great!👌 Keep up the good work!

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks dude. Glad it was helpful

[@louisarius9672]

Hey man, any idea on where to get a different body for the RC? Been looking for Toyota Hilux pickup truck body but not sure if any would fit.

[@maxbuckley9762]

@@louisarius9672 wpl c24-1 - toyota hilux ❤

[@faiqcreates]

is the 380 still working with the esc in the link above?

[@addicted2rcs49]

Hey there my KZbin friend, thanks for this informational video, regards to this model. I love your KZbin channel mate, your always very helpful with all the information that you give out. Keep up the good work fella. I'm planning on doing the same to my 4x4 model, because like you say there not that great in stock mode, for climbing hills etc. Massive Thumbs-Up 👍 👍 👍 👍

[@fixedgear.fl.4225]

Thanks. Really great because I'm new to rc and planning on doing what you did to my cars. It helped out, your step by step video.

[@TomleyRC]

No problem. Glad it helped

[@TheMasterNo6]

@@TomleyRC It would help if someone did a how to install the wires correctly into the plugs on the ESC to prevent frying the circuit board...

[@Sparroh]

These videos are great! Thank you

[@Brocken87]

Just a great video, you helped me a lot! My son gets this RC for christmas as a kit version :)

[@TomleyRC]

No problem. I hope he enjoys building it!

[@Brocken87]

@@TomleyRC yeah, I'm sure he will😁

[@bugsy742]

This is so helpful 👍 thank you for making & sharing 🙏😎

[@TomleyRC]

You are welcome mate

[@edly1810]

Thts awesome vid n info... Thanks mate... I just bought this mn99 few hours ago.. Hope can learn more from u...

[@TomleyRC]

Awesome.... good trucks!

[@cheapassfilmsuhg8121]

Nicely done! I have upgraded all mine but the communication truck which is good out of the box.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, the Comms truck is very good. Both the B36 & B24ZH 👍

[@vvv100]

Great video! Thanks!

[@rc-huina8221]

So cool 👍

[@fixutube]

Hello tomley RC nice job 4 the upgrade...

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you

[@RCWithPopeye]

Awesome Phil. This was a definite guide which I wanted to make a video for ages. Nice you did this. This will really serve a great purpose in itself .

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Pritish 👍

[@BlvlWmpower]

This is some good work on this video.

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you

[@HANGINGWANG]

Great detail, now I need to find an esc that supports the LED lighting.

[@modelnutty6503]

HANGINGWANG, I plug mine into the receiver using 1/8W 220 and 470 ohm resistors, reverse lights same but connected to the back of the motor.

[@mikesrcreviews509]

Cool cruiser. I got my first trial truck just waiting for it to come in.

[@TomleyRC]

They are good fun 👍

[@Powershotknecht]

cool upgrade

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@Van_City]

Great video, thanks for sharing 👍

[@TomleyRC]

No problem dude. Thanks for watching

[@chrismolenr]

Thats really usefull!

[@NCMOUNTAINSbackyardRC]

Nice video.. I like that it has rain flippers. Yes cool to know!! About the upgrades 👍👍...NC MOUNTAINS ❤

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude, be better if they worked lol

[@NCMOUNTAINSbackyardRC]

@@TomleyRC lol 👍

[@rccustomhobby8117]

This is a great video 👍👍☺️

[@AdventureSparks]

Awesome video!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty amazing job, man. Really nice! 😃 I did my share of conversions as well. 😃

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, for some of us it's normal to play about with them. I thought this would be helpful for those just starting out 👍

[@MCsCreations]

@@TomleyRC Absolutely! And it's always great to see other people approach to it. 😊

[@abhijeetkirtane]

Awesome!!!

[@Leonslockpad]

Fantastic video my friend😎👍😎😊🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you 👍

[@addicted2rcs49]

I've bought myself one of these 4x4 RC's and wanting to upgrade it too. I need to buy a better motor for it. Looking forward to upgrading it.

[@addicted2rcs49]

Mine is the "MN-D90"

[@43cleaner]

Just ordered one

[@jasoncaribou9530]

Ok thank you for your assistance, Jay's RC's

[@holkerholker7920]

Really good those are the same electronics that I have in my wpl c24

[@josephsloppy6750]

Nice video. I just bought the mn 45 kit. The video gave me several ideas..i do like how mn mounts the shocks.. Makes it easy to upgrade

[@operation11charlieinc]

Nice brother

[@ButchiRC]

Visited the dragon mart here in dubai, and cant wait to buy this on my payday! Not that expensive and i hope it can run in the soft sand here

[@georgepapamichail1006]

Great video . I own the MN D90 and what happens if I want to keep the circuit board ? Plus in order to upgrade the servo the connectors on the circuit board are different for the one used on any average servo.

[@yassermasood3423]

Thanks

[@TheMasterNo6]

It would have been good if you do a HOW TO about the basics of the electronics: correctly connecting the wiring into the ESC plugs - which coloured wire corresponds with others etc to prevent mistakes and burnt boards like what has happened to me recently....and advise on servos i.e. the WPL ESC kit you did a video on comes with a 7.4V Lipo battery pack, but servos are usually 4.8V to 6V output - explaining whether these are compatible or fry the board/servo would be great as no one on KZbin has ever bothered to do videos like that. On RC forums they talk utter gibberish about such things too so unless people like you who upload videos make a short how to basics advice video, novices like me are still going to make the same mistakes. You could be very helpful...and it would stop all MY questions too.

[@arch.angelhandyman5485]

nice

[@scaleworksRC]

Well, now I have 2 trucks to upgrade now, but it's nice to know some of the parts are interchangeable. I found out real quick how weak that 130 motor is. I thought something was wrong with the truck because it cuts power when you hold the throttle in a steep climb. It putts around ok on level ground or small rocks, but yeah.. definitely needs work to be a climber.

[@srghosthunter3310]

I'm sure that Talbot is somewhere shaking his head, lol. Im in the process of upgrading my MN 90 with a 55t and aftermarket servo, fully proportional throttle and steering. Good bit of info though, thanks

[@TomleyRC]

He loves me really 😎

[@OnlineCapture]

Does anyone have a link for the battery and charge same as he is running?... all round great video and a big help

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Thanks Phil for that how to video, I'll be definitely doing this to mine, think this Rig is Amazing am glad I bought 1 😁 thanks for the links to, am just wondering if you can cut the plastic under the bonnet or Hood lol so you can fit a bigger battery, 🤔do you think it needs better wheels and tyres,?? dont know where to get them from, Anyway fantastic video Phil , thanks for sharing Mate 👍😁👍

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Tony. It needs the Kit tyres...but I can seem to find them anywhere. All that I can see is the wheels/tyres together, and they are the hard ones :( Not sure on the battery tray, I think if you cut it you'll end up with a big hole!

[@Slanytech]

Nice boy love from sri Lanka

[@deandaniels203]

Really loved watching this video it was very informative. After this upgrade would I need to change any of the electrics again if I was to put a 180 motor in.

[@TomleyRC]

No, 180 should be good to go

[@chiusnake]

good

[@BlvlWmpower]

The People want to see long videos man, trust me.

[@TheActionBastard]

I know ads pay for things... but be damned if I watch youtube without a blocker. It's an unholy nightmare of interruption and annoyance. If they'd tone that down a few notches I might actually be ok with tolerating them. I dont mind ads, but they've taken it someplace I just refuse to go. Sorry. Thanks for the video.

[@TomleyRC]

This video has got 1 mid role advert. For a 21min video I’d say that is well below average. Most KZbinrs would put 4 or 5 in something this long. 1 before, 5 in the middle, 1 after… and then if you think some of those will be ‘double’ ads.. it’s gets way to many!

[@TheActionBastard]

@@TomleyRC your channel got me into wltoys and wpl lines recently. Thank you. I share your videos when I can with friends. Know that some random guy on the internet appreciates your work. I used your links so hopefully you got some quid from that.

[@TheMasterNo6]

When you install a proportional circuit board, do you have to swop over the existing wires and on off switch with the ones that come with a proportional circuit board as well from the vehicle or can you simply plug in the existing wires to the new ESC? Is the ESC you showed compatible with a WPL B24 and it's proportional steering hand held controller? It would have been good if you showed HOW to connect the wiring into the ESC plugs - which coloured wire corresponds with others etc to prevent mistakes and burnt boards like what has happened to me recently....

[@poppenspieler]

Nice job! Now change the wheels...

[@thecleangod4651]

Can you up grade the mn45 i think that they will loock cool next to each other on the trail

[@Jurrb_]

Tip for everyone getting this crawler, ur better of not putting the side mirrors on, since they break quite quick if it Rolls over, which Will probably happen when riding a very steep hill

[@kestenskarel]

I bought one to quite addicted on the landy, i wanted one to join my 1/12 HG Cougar and hemmt truck , i go upgrade it a bit so it becomes hobbygrade stuff But it looks quite descent for his price

[@RunThatRC]

The mn d90 is a nice one. I'm really disappointed with the mn45 not even excited to get it lol. But its headed my way finally. I want the c34 more. Start shipping them out banggood LoL. The c34 struggle is real! HAHAHA

[@TomleyRC]

I wish they'd sent my C34, never got out of Hong Kong! 😪

[@RunThatRC]

@@TomleyRC I feel the pain brother! The WPL we have been waiting for is so close yet so far!

[@emudojo]

is the MN99s any better out of the box ? or is better to get the Mn90 and save some money for the conversion ? (the other has lights!)

[@lonjongmeledak2521]

you have video upgrade your remote RC with radiolink RC4gs sir ???

[@UnwrappingByMimiKoteng]

Hi. Can do a video on how you record your rc moving videos?

[@jennicasabater1662]

Does upgrading the servo alone give me proportional steering? Or do i need to upgrade the ESC as well for that? Thanks! Amazing vid by the way :)

[@colspan9936]

I'm looking for a longer running battery that works with the ESC/Motor parts listed above, any suggestions? Thanks for the great video and for helping us newbs out!

[@TomleyRC]

No problem Jacob. I use these www.banggood.com/custlink/3mm3QByl2E

[@binarumah]

This is indeed a very informative video. thank you for your sharing. by the way, can you share how you take video for you RC video? the camera angle is very near to the RC truck and also very low to the ground? do you use gimbal to stabilize your camera?

[@TomleyRC]

Gopro Hero 7 Black and a telescopic pole, lots of practice

[@danf4242]

Brilliant video - I plan on buying the same truck and all the parts in the links - your video was so inspirational - can't wait to build this truck - do you know what I need to look for in terms of the piece you used to screw the servo in place? Thanks again - your video is very well shot and clearly detailed - thanks again!

[@TomleyRC]

Dan, if you would like the easier option. The MN99s is ready to go out the box! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXWtkn6br8SniqM

[@nemocheerio]

This was such a great video. Please do more wrenching vids cause your camera views and narration are super clear. Most workbench videos I'm struggling to see what people are doing. Is the Fayee gearbox as low geared as the the B36? I have been wanting a RC4WD 1/18 Gelande. But for the price, it doesn't seem to be as slow as needed for realistic crawiling and the suspension on your MNM seems softer and more realistic too.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Ian, I will certainly look at a few more videos. The Fayee Gearbox/Motor is not a low geared unfortunately, but you can't buy the B36 combo separately from what I've seen.

[@nemocheerio]

@@TomleyRC OK, Thanks for the reply! I'll look forward to your C34 review. Maybe that'll be good out of the box. But I prefer the D90 body as I have a Series 2a in the garage.

[@TomleyRC]

I'm a big fan of the Land Rover, I'd have one if I had room for it! 👍

[@dimitrikasztanovics4959]

Great vid! I see you use the same 30a esc as i do... Any help on getting the lights working? DumboRC 6ch, 2s 2800mah, 260 motor. Hope you can help me out....

[@B-skidz]

Do you need to upgrade the esc with the servo or can you just do the servo upgrade

[@WW-px1mw]

Nice video. Do you consider the MN & WPL as toys car or hobby grade? What are the cheapest hobby grade I can get now actually?

Are the current mn99s like this with a 130 motor and non-proportional steering?

[@cmwontner]

Question @tomleyRC I have just purchased one of these today and am going to convert it to hobby grade ASAP I have a spare SCX24 V2 esc/receiver combo and spare 12g micro servo here.... would the esc/receiver work with a bigger servo?

[@davidcasey9590]

Just got a mn90.. First crawler think iys bloody good for what I paid.. Will this wfl stuff fit mine?? Gonna gonfor wpl 260 motor but unsure of whay else to do

[@kevingilroy]

What is the best classic Rover kit? I always loved the real ones. And we sold you guys the best V8 long ago for it.

[@TomleyRC]

This looks good. www.modelsport.co.uk/carisma-scale-adventure-sca-1e-range-rover-1981/rc-car-products/435925

[@TheMasterNo6]

My MN99 arrived last week. Very nice. I'm thinking of upgrading the axle housings and drive shafts to full metal. Are WPL drive shafts compatible? Or do you have links to MN99 compatible axle housings and drive shafts on Banggood? Btw, finally got my B24 fully upgraded and working yesterday. I bought a green B24 RTR on Amazon cheap and it's got a very responsive, very quiet non proportional steering and servo. Luck of the draw or they've improved things. Runs like a bat out of hell and I haven't even upgraded anything yet...

[@davideduardocortes4926]

Good evening. A question please, I have a land rover D90 RC, could I put a 7.4V 1310 mA battery in it, this to play for a longer time, without damaging it ?. Thank you I stay tuned

[@ijsbrandtdijkstra3627]

Nice video i like the upgrades but are there spare parts for the MN d90

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, plenty about dude 👍

[@jahanzebhassan5743]

Does the 3 pin servo connect to factory 2pin chip ? How did you connect that or I need to upgrade the chip.

[@TheMasterNo6]

What could be making a servo to make a whirring, groaning sound whenever the steering is activated? On my B24 it only occurs when steering is in use. I installed a cheaper plastic servo head type on my second green B24....on my blue B24 I don't have this problem...Im wondering if the aerial cable on the circuit board is creating interference?

[@lazyfpv3142]

Would you do any of these modifications on the mn99s? I was thinking of upgrading the reciever....... Great video.....👍👍

[@TomleyRC]

The 99s is very good. New transmitter will give you a little more control maybe.

[@mark-mj5dl]

Do these little ESC`s have drag break?

[@javit9361]

hello what lipo battery did you buy from your MD99 I have the same solo that I put the with 380 brushed motor and how much do I connect I bought it to buy ami 1/12 MIN-D90 I put the 380 motor and it has no power loses it when turning it on and all 4 wheels lock very slowly lock

[@johnjuan6698]

Nice crawler! Have some question, is the driveshaft of this mn90 compatible to wltoys 12428? Planning to change my 12428 to a universal joint driveshaft.

[@TomleyRC]

I’m not sure mate

[@TheMasterNo6]

Hello, my MN99 faults have all been rectified. Still all metal housings/gears/axles. Quick question, how do you fit a metal rear bumper? Do you have to drill through the body to attach one ? Front metal bumpers are easy to fit. Also, bumper guards that fit underneath the front - how do they fit on? Any tutorials online?

[@uk-rcadventures2840]

Looking at doing this, I have the mn 99 which has lights when the throttle is applied, do you know how to connect these up on this set up, I have a similar 20amp esc and a Dumbo rc 6 Chanel tx/rx?

[@mosrcgarage3461]

Hey tomley. What do you use to record these kind of vids? Head mounted camera or?

[@flatspotting86]

Question for you if you have the time, I am reasonably new to the world of RC and have an MN-99s version of this truck. I bought a Transmitter (With receiver) the DumboRC X6.... In your video here you replace the ESC with your Transmitter/receiver. Do I need to purchase an ESC as well? Or can I get the DumboRC X6 to work with the existing MN-99s ESC? Cheers, you make amazing videos!

[@TomleyRC]

You'll need a new ESC as well. These have a combined ESC/Receiver... so you can't attach it to your Dumbo one