Is This Why They Don't Send me RC Cars to Review?

[@TomleyRC]

Not long left to Win my Crazy 97k Rpm Arrma Gorgon : raffall.com/356181/enter-raffle-to-win-a-crazy-arrma-gorgon-hosted-by-phil-harrison

[@StognaBolognaFPV]

1:49 that "hell yea, brother" spoke to my soul. Now give us a BUENOS DIAAAAAAASSSSSS!

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… love George

[@Davespackey]

Still laughing at the “you idiot!!” George yells after Cleet promptly broke the tow trucks new driveshaft.. George is the best for sure

[@TomleyRC]

@@Davespackey he's brilliant. Certainly a good investment in the channel!

[@RunescapeMeister-san]

Ooooh, looks nice. Despite there being so many other videos covering it, this is the first I've actually decided to watch. I appreciate the lack of needing extra gearing to reach the speed target.

[@TomleyRC]

Appreciate it dude.

[@ZerotheWanderer]

I've been watching a lot of videos on the Mojave 4S as well, and there's 3 things that seem to stand out. 1: replace receiver with something better 2: replace steering servo (or maybe use a different servosaver) 3: cut down the rubber stone guard in the front to keep it from getting jammed up in the wheels A bonus 4th, reinforce the body, especially along the harsher mold lines (so around the blown out parts for wheel clearance)

[@RcPlayer-tt2vw]

I’m using as a road car lol I know I go right through the body no matter what 6s esc battery wheel changes as she rips hard

[@TheMethOfCookingArt]

can confirm!

[@Shreddylife]

4: Drill out the body posts so they don't get stuck. 5: Stiffen up the suspension unless you like chassis slapping on landings. 6: Have fun 😊

[@StackBundle]

My exact observations.

[@Mattwiistand]

My Arrma infraction does the same on loose dirt, stones get caught near the servo. it really needs an inner fender or shield around the servo lol

[@RCKickschannel]

Funny enough, I had the same thing happen to me with Arrma in the UK. I got one car to review, the 3S Infraction and then not a word from them ever again. I don't think you did or said anything to upset them, it feels like something changed in the UK with the marketing guys. I'm totally guessing so I could be wrong as your face does have that effect, Phil ;) It was around the same time as you so... PS 7:46 Truck looks bloody epic! Senton 6S all the way for me!!

[@TomleyRC]

I think they don’t understand KZbin. I mean it’s global, so just because we are in the UK doesn’t mean we don’t have the same audience 🤷🏼‍♂️.

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

You have to be an industry simp to get given free vehicles. And they are all Americans.

[@Blaquer17]

@@TheflyingkiwiRC Ironically, it's the two guys in the UK, Tomley and Talbot, who got me to buy the Arrmas I *do* have. And I'm US based.

[@TRAVELER197]

​@@Blaquer17Exactly 💯 👏

[@TheDudeRc]

Thanks Phil! Such great timing as I JUST got mine too and did a video a few days ago. I almost didnt make the video because it was gonna be the first one I saw having issues on its very first run. Wouldnt go more than 50' before Rx loss and threw a tire on the first speed run. I didnt do a review, I just let others make their choice as well. I did love how it handled and worked on dirt. Pretty sure I just got a defective Rx in mine.

[@204_rc]

6:20 But unlike Traxxas where you'd need an adapter, you can just use an EC5 connector. It's completely compatible with Spektrum's IC5. You don't have to worry about that 3rd cable at all. It's just there for telemetry.

[@spike--]

Clueless 🤣🤣🤣

[@ScoobySteve555]

In love with the Toyota pick up truck 😍

[@TomleyRC]

Me too!

[@Smith6686]

12:11 sometimes the body justt gets stuck somehow when you land big air jumps. Love the truck !

[@muskokamike127]

12:38 what you need is progressive rate springs. loose coils at the top and then tighter stiffer coils as it compresses. I've mentioned it to KT: get some over long springs, compress 1/2 in a vice then heat up, let cool then you'll have dual rate springs, the right length. When you hit the ground after a big jump, it'd work perfect.

[@michaeldorich4485]

This is an excellent review. I also enjoyed the on board camera shots. I think a lot of trucks would've had a problem when you land at an odd angle directly on the corner of the chassis. I wonder if the way the soft suspension extends in the air and then when it lands at that angle contributed to the hear hub breaking.

[@101projects2]

On-board footage at 9:30...the passenger is holding on for dear life 😅

[@MCsCreations]

Imagine putting a small FPV camera in there and driving by video (with an FPV goggles).

[@brsrc759]

Well yeah! They're going like scale mach freaking 7 😂

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@Thefrwyattbehrndt]

​@@TomleyRCwhat's your favorite rc company/car you have

[@WestyCoastHermit]

What a magnificent truck. Super tough, and it looks fantastic. Great colour choice. Oh, and the Aarma is ok too. Congrats on finally getting some t-shirt weather!

[@bobbygrinns3003]

Your one of the most honest reviewers iv seen, no namebrand owns you. Not like other who buy cars (Traxxas) and remove the electonic junk, put others in and than say how good it is.... Everything is good when you drop another $1000 on top of the $1000. Xmaxx peeps 100% your way. Strongest car in the world, worst electronics you can have. "My xmaxx is the best", as it has a max5 combo in it plus another $100+ in parts to make it fit.

[@austinkoeppen6122]

The orange IC5 connectors are compatible with the regular blue EC5 connectors, Arrma isn't forcing anything. And IC5 connectors have a higher amperage rating than XT90s.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah I know… my mistake 😇

[@andrewcrofts531]

Senton had the same steering issue with stones blocking the steering servo movement. We used to use the same bmx track as you do and it was always worse when there.....must be the grit size..🤔

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, must be the perfect size to get stuck. In some places it’s quite ‘coarse’

[@413RC]

The body does get caught on hard landings. There is a notch on the inside that is supposed to slide into the front bumper but doesn't always stay. I also had the "dead steering" issue

[@413RC]

I also 3D print a more durable front bumper flap ;)

[@TomleyRC]

Oh.. that explains it then

[@gregganderson5479]

@@413RC Ordered a few just now!

[@413RC]

@@gregganderson5479 Order Up Brother!!! :D

[@MrSteveESQ]

A great example of how far the short course truck has come. I had a number of trucks in the early days & they would all parachute & quite often flip when on a speed run. This seems to be a solid truck & a real step forward.

[@HumlsHobbies]

These trucks are tough as nails!! I've been nothing but mean to mine, and it's been nothing but good to me!

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, seems so

[@dexterbeattie7884]

Love the action shot’s Phil! Glad you finally got it. Arrma Tough!!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude. Was good fun 🤟

[@scalebuildersguild]

I've had mine since the release, still haven't taken it out of the box. I should probably give it a go...

[@dougcrysdale2045]

Absolutley love mine!!!The only thing I had to do was drill the chassis holes where those body posts go in cause they get stuck if sand gets in them.

[@TomleyRC]

It’s a beast

[@jasontetkowski496]

Makes me want to take a trip to the local hobby shop. Pretty sure they have them in stock. Love the Hilux too

[@Clavitz1]

I gotta say, Arrma seems to do incredibly well with their short course trucks. Super durable. I could never see myself going for a Traxxas one.

[@GSG-lc5zm]

The tires grab the rubber part of the front bumper. Trim them A LITTLE in front of the tires

[@GSG-lc5zm]

:05 sec ... I didn't wait 😁 Aside from the shock springs , steering servo and saver,, and the thin body .... This thing is a blast! Although your springs look stronger out of the box. So Springs $8 Shoe goo and drywall tape -under $20 Servo saver $18 Servo $20 UNDER $100 to make this thing pretty solid.(not $1000 plus $500 like some others (T) ) *But here's the thing I have 6s.. I have 4s .... (and of course 2s) BUT my favorite still is the arrma 3s lineup,, it's fast ,light and really really holds up to the abuse... So yeah, 3s lineup is my daily go to.. (Although MY "3s" can take 6s 😂 , I only run 3 tho I build them past what I'm going to do to them) 😉

[@traviswilliams3209]

there's a 3d printed insert you can buy/make for the 3s steering stone issue, there will be for this surely too, and alloy hubs with rpm arms has always done me well

[@Tattoosandtoys]

It’s a little bit hell yeah brother. Screaming bald eagles!!! Merrica, fuck yeah!! 🤣

[@ajaxrc]

By far my favorite rc out of all the ones in my fleet! I send this thing daily and haven’t broken anything! Just shogood the body and added an m2c chassis brace 😎

[@ajaxrc]

If you shoogoo it you’ll have no cracks either! I have some dents but no cracks 20+ jumping sessions later

[@overdosed51]

I wish the mojave 6s got as much love as this 4s version. The 6s exb is still one of my most reliable/fun to drive rigs. The way it holds a line under power and the fact it's soooo easy to drift makes it my favorite Arrma

[@dustinmehalic3530]

Yee yee!

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, I loved the 6s. The problem is that it’s expensive. The 4s is much more affordable for people. Hence more love I guess

[@maxcurry9667]

Completely agree. The Mojave 6s exb with the max6 1650kv hobbywing system is short course truck nirvana.

[@Cogburn74]

The sound effect used when introducing the pointer into the video kills me! LOL

[@MrGoldmember2]

Alan in slomo the trombone pointer and laser guns!? You are too good to us bruv 😂 Love the video as alwuas

[@paulmcnamara2908]

Not in the market for this type of RC at the moment but if I was, would defo pick this over the Slash any day!

[@CornholioMcGeeRC]

Yay!!! The trombone sound effect!!! That’s really the only reason I tune in…..

[@disciplinerc]

That laugh during the first speed run says it all. Welcome to the club my friend 🎉❤

[@TravisMCP]

So glad you did this video. LOVE mine!

[@muskokamike127]

9:35 I always wondered if you ran it on the road through a copper's radar speed trap would it register? honest old bill, I wasn't speeding, it was that little r/c car!!!!

[@Pablo668]

It looks pretty planted. Nice truck. Sometime RC's crash harder than intended, stuff breaks.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes agree… it’s super tough

[@magnusrchobbyzone9172]

Hello from Canada 😃, contrary to the Traxxas connector the IC5 connector are compatible with the EC5 connector. EC5 LiPo comes with the balance lead seperate for regular chargers so you don't need to change the ESC connector to use other Lipo brands.

[@spike--]

Not to mention Traxxas batteries aren't the only batteries with Traxxas connectors.

[@edimarszx]

I'm from Brazil and I'm training my English by watching your videos. excellent content

[@TomleyRC]

🇧🇷🤟

[@AllInRc1971]

Of the 200 Rcs I have, this one is in my top 2.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah.. it’s a beast

[@V8chump]

Holy cow 200?! What’s your top 5?

[@AllInRc1971]

@@V8chump 4s Mojave, Rlaarlo Termi, MaxxSlash, Outcast EXb, and NOT to piss Phil off, but, my Tablot Raminator.

[@MousePad9]

at 6:30 agitchually those spektrum connectors can be used with any battery with an EC5 connector which is very common so that is way better than what Traxxass does ☝🤓

[@spike--]

Not!

[@kodak_jack]

The front lifting has to mess up the aero and make it into a parachute as opposed to it staying down low.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes.. but still stable are 55mph

[@FarmerFpv]

I hope you get the Team Associated SR7 1/7 scale Hoonigan soon. I would like to see you review that beast. Any word on that machine yet? At least with the spectrum systems you can use common connectors like XT90s or EC5s, unlike the Traxxas connectors which are 100% garbage and can only plug in a Traxxas connector. The spectrum connectors are actually nice. The batteries are garbage. I had two 5000 6s i bought for my EDF JET burst into flames charging with a spectrum charger. All 3 were brand new charging for the first time.

[@TomleyRC]

Hopefully got one coming 🤟

[@FarmerFpv]

@@TomleyRC Yes! That would be awesome. Already seen the tires don't grip well, the servo is garbage and comes with no gyro like the infraction so it pulls left and right when trying to speed run and spins out trying to drift. I would be prepared for that and have a servo and gyro handy for the review to hop it up after the out-of-the-box runs if need be. My infraction servo sucked too but the gyro helped out so much keeping it straight and drifting. If it's a flop At least the Hoonigan body looks sick for other builds. lol

[@TomleyRC]

@@FarmerFpv well.. being Associated, you’d think it was set up well out the box. I’ll have to put some coins in the Honesty box ready to do the video 🤣

[@boduke9428]

Another channel said those were recalled due to safety risk. Said they were having them all sent back to the manufacturer and offering a full refund. It looks so great but has major issues that I wouldn't expect from a TA rig.

[@drewp9112]

fair enough read on the 4s i upgraded the springs to a slightly heavier set and still has a plush ride over bumps but seems to land jumps better, heavier shock oil would also help. they do seem to be subject to small stones hanging up the steering, maybe because the inner shell bounces them back into the steering? i have thought about adding something to deflect stones better. I recommend fiberglass mesh tape and shoegoo over the front and rear fenders and along that area where yours cracked in the rear, i also body Armored my Mojave and it seems to add a lot of strength to it. have not seen it tried on 3s before your video and its good to know it does well.

[@K5_RC]

One of the toughest trucks out there. The only part I've broken was an arm! And I've beat it harder than any of my other rigs with far fewer issues, even compared to my Senton 3S and Mojave 6S. Plus that true "point and shoot" handling, it's so perfect to drive. Definitely my go-to truck. However I'd absolutely say the body is horrible and NEEDS to be reinforced ASAP. On my second body before even my oldest RCs Ps yes I love it so much it's my profile pic haha

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, it’s a beast for sure

[@brsrc759]

I want one! What the heck did you use to attach the camera to the front fender? Hard to understand how it stayed attached during that gnarly tumble

[@HyperReality4]

The Ol’ suspension test is back!!

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@Greataardvark]

I have one. It absolutely sends. It's nuts. Some of the air it gets is obscene. Hang time of over a second if you take on a ramp. Incredibly durable too.

[@Nobz619]

I have a Mojave 4s as well and love it, the only thing and I seen other videos of it happening it as well is the receiver or transmitter is faulty out the box because the signal constantly goes in and out. That is probably why you had a steering issue.

[@austinrhubarb]

Hi. Can anyone tell me if the rectangular 'Mojave' decal on the door area can be easily removed? All personal taste of course but it just doesn't work for me, and I'd rather produce some custom replacements. Thanks

[@unloveableandre]

11:37 "Oh, it just gliiiiidesssss..." ZONK!

[@Andykb-nz]

@Tomleyrc I hate to be the guy to correct you, but im gonna.😅 You dont need to use spectrum batteries, just plan old EC5 connections on any battery you like, and you can still charge with a separate balance lead, they cost $4 a set and 5 mins of soldering, job done.

[@Xalies]

Just got to that section and about to type the same thing

[@TomleyRC]

Yes yes… my bad haha. Although I wonder how many hobby shops would tell you that 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@JT-6s]

@@TomleyRC Not sure about hobby shops, but Horizon states that the Spektrum connectors are compatible with EC5. A direct fit, you just won’t get telemetry readings.

[@boduke9428]

I do like Spektrum batteries a lot. It's nice having the battery level on the controller. I assume it'd also show it with other smart batteries with a IC5 connector but I don't have any other line that. Just dumb batteries with EC5. Using Spektrum batteries and charger is dummy proof also. Literally just plug them in. The charger starts automatically.

[@lyricofwise6894]

Nice onboard shots!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@armandopace6113]

I'm eventually going to fit the centre differential in my grandson's vorteks 4x4 3s and the steering does jam up from bark and stones mate. 😂😂

[@marcus1970]

Two Vorteks in our household.(mine and sons) Upgrades here are:- centre brace, high speed bearing for drive shaft, Typhon arms (wide stance) aluminium shocks/550 oil, JetKo EX MT Extreme 2.8 and Macgregor MG5921HV Servo. Smooth, responsive, stable .. Very capable 3s. Spectrum S651 from the stock BLX replaced the broken S650 servo in the boost (4x4) and THAT broke yesterday... So the Macgregor will go over to the boost and the BLX will get an even stronger servo.. Centre (Mojave) Diff may well be next. The oversized wheel/tyre combo is like gearing up... Stupidly quick... But temps run high.. Needing a good cool down between packs.

[@TheSPAZZANATER]

the steering assembly on Arrmas plastic chassis are super prone to having stuff get in there and jam it up. the little hole on the bottom lets a lot of it fall out.

[@deeknorville4198]

I had a wheel come off on the first run, and in the second the prop shaft snapped so I am waiting on a billet aluminum one to arrive so I can have a proper go on it

[@ELWIZZ]

Must install all the extra Spacers in the front on the Dampers and must find an extra pair for the rear... 2 extra in the front and 1 extra in the rear and no kick flip on the Back and your Chassis is fine underneath !

[@JT-wf8cc]

the way that suspension moves is so awesome! might need to trade in my Slash Ultimate for this one

[@TomleyRC]

Yes. Super smooth

[@JT-wf8cc]

It has been 4 months, but I finally did it! I traded my Slash for this beast! Just unboxed it. Gonna drive it soon!

[@solidsnake_34]

​Have you driven it yet ?​ I'm debating picking a Mojave or a slash ultimate!@@JT-wf8cc

[@draglinemazda]

My senton steering will get stuck or not work sometimes because rocks or sticks will get up in the hole In the bottom of the chassis under the servo arm.

[@Kory1084]

The "Smart" function of those batteries can be annoying, but the IC5 connectors in general are fantastic.

[@mitsuman5555]

Imagine buying a Maxx Slash in a world where this truck exists.

[@Clavitz1]

imagine buying ANY Slash when Arrma's version are so much better. It's like why buy a Bandit when the Typhon is so good

[@Luca_s_Lab]

The plastic clips for the battery are supposed to be vertical next to the transmission rod ;)

[@mickhunt3203]

Hi been watching your channel for a few years now love the crawler videos but I have a question what do you use to clean your tyres before gluing as I'm only used to beadlock wheels

[@stuartr8356]

My Senton 3s is a pain too for stones jamming the steering, but not an issue on my other stuff. Arrma, sort it! The 4s Mojave should be re-named the Mojo; seems really good. Yeah baby, yeah!

[@politie_jip112]

you dont need specific spektrum batterys you can use any battery aslong as it is ec5, ic5

[@insanelewis21]

Hmm I've noticed/have a few issues with mine. After sitting for a few days after first getting it the rear suspension sagged right down. To the point I put in all the extra collars, it's a bit better not great. The body isnt the best. It's split all along the seam lines, wings to bonnet both sides, and rear quarters to load tray. I think the body is too heavy. With the cage in it screwed down is causing it to not flex enough on big impacts? The steering slop I thought was massive when I first got it. Had an issue on the front passenger side re built that whole steering and hub assembly with new shafts. And the slop is even worse now, everything is tight and adjusted but wobbles all over the place. I hate to say it, but the maverick RX 4s is just as strong And I've jumped that just as high. But time will tell I guess. One thing for sure is 75 quid for a body is mental lol

[@gingerdude94]

Maybe do some some laps of the track with every review, then you could build uona leaderboard, may help determine the overall handling of the RC?

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, although it’s a huge track. Not sure where I’d stand haha

[@PhantomMark]

I know it sounds goofy, but I rarely run my UDR or SBR2.0 at max battery because it starts to look so weird and non scale ??

[@Angrysagamer]

It's crazy that they would not want a review. If this was my product with this video I would be happy. Your criticism was good and now I want to buy one. That's a good review.Any company would be happy to receive that they are just crazy

[@hooptiej]

i had the same issue with steering on my new 3s senton randomly would quit steering to one side. swapout to a 9imod 25kg servo and to my regular radio fixed that mess right up.

[@CrazyRogue230]

hey tom, you know you dont need the fancy smart battery connectors right? just an EC5 connector, everywhere i buy my lipos from offer the same lipo with the connector on for the same price.

[@mattster197]

My son purchased an older Takoma to work on and have. Its a small pickup by Toyota too.

[@MrNellom]

lol i was staring at the yota then you did a close up on it lol nice looking truck and the mojave is cool to lol

[@Naraithlos]

Hello, I live in Lincoln.. New to RC, just got a refurbished HSP truck. Where abouts is the play track at 10:00 mark? that is exactly what i am looking for. Is it near the Skate park on Moor Lane?

[@valtycun879]

That’s Union Jack!!🇬🇧 colors!!

[@alxgu198]

I thought that too 🤷, bloody idiot 😂

[@nicksGLI]

Throws it twenty feet through the air onto flat landings or into the face of the next jump "hmm somethings broken"

[@gimmiegis5919]

what for kind of battery do you use?

[@th3w4nted]

I want one so badly! Did you have to solder the XT90 connectors on?

[@soulreactivator]

Why are some of You guys obsessed with being first ?🤔

[@71janas]

They live a very very boring life😂

[@making_randoms]

Never got it. So what! No-one cares

[@assjack1124]

One word- views

[@Breakaway_RC]

Who said first lol I was first but didn't say it lol

[@TheTruthHz]

Because they're desperately sad individuals who need the pathetic accolade for validation.

[@rcfools]

Good review. I've toyed with getting one of these but I converted my Senton to 4S a while back and it's rapid and bomb proof. Plus a bit faster. Not sure the centre diff and size increase is worth it over what I have.

[@V8chump]

I’d love to see you bring the Gorgon to a dirt track… from my experience it’s so so so good at the track. Might have to run 2s otherwise it’ll be too fast 😅

[@Anxmxc]

how long is the battery life? also, can i mud crawl this or rock crawl it?

[@pltudinous]

So wait do aarma batteries not charge on other chargers? I have a sky rc charger at the moment

[@TomleyRC]

Spectrum Smart batteries need a smart charger

[@hollyhillrc]

Love the suspension bench test. Made me want to say "ooh la la" 😁

[@mitchellholroyd2837]

I bought the hyper go thing and the steering lag is terrible

[@Bigfoot0510]

one thing I've always wondered.... i have been into nitro rc cars for a while, but getting a bit sick of dragging all the starting gear out. i want an electric car but ive flown electric planes and the batteries only last like 15 mins maximum until you need to land. what battery life are you getting on a bash on that bmx track for example? do you need to take 10 batteries with you or is two enough for a good hours worth of fun? dont want to spend a load of money on an electric car and spend all my time charging lipos

[@radio-controlledcouk]

problem with reinforcement is that it makes the body weaker elsewhere!

[@OldeSchoolRcUk]

I use a metal servo saver on mine and never had an issue since

[@billreynolds2221]

Although it doesn't look it the truck does weigh a little over 10 lbs. I don't think it is structurally designed to be a sender or basher. Seems to be designed more for flat or low rolling terrains and especially loose surfaces. In those environments it seems to perform best and last longer.

[@WombleRCmodelsandhobbies]

Great review as usual . Ive had stones stuck in the steering of the vortek give the same symptom .wish id waited for the mojave .

[@TomleyRC]

They are all decent 👌

[@WombleRCmodelsandhobbies]

It's a lot better now I've got the LVC issue sorted .Nothing broken yet 😊

[@butchmeister80]

One pack looks completely wrecked that surface isn’t good for Rcs took my typhon to a similar track chassis is ground away too! Looks super fun though

[@Makattack0006]

That took some massive impacts it got me thinking you need to try maby put a bigger system in it and see what you can get out of the big old thing. Thank you BTW you got me away from selling all my trucks.

[@rccarsandmusic2641]

I have a Senton 3s plastic diffs 120a new diff same as that. I run it on 4s I added sway bars.

[@rcgeneration824]

Im not an rc basher by any means. I'm more of scaler/crawler but Back in 1998 when I started being obsessed with the Hobby, I would have loved this. The way you review, explain and run your bashers, I'm starting to get the itch! My only concern is that lipo's are not my thing. 😬 I run all my crawlers with NIMH batteries (lame to some I know) my biggest question is, how much run time to you get on these beauties with lipos?

[@bellmart8989]

You dont need spektrum ic5 lipo you could use ec5 connection

[@BigDuke6ixx]

My don't they put aluminium skid pads on the bottom?

[@RC4us]

man i really love mine for the most part its stock other then the OKTAYs bumper motor mount plate and the EPIC M2C chassis brace the only other thing ive done is the 6s hinge pin mod (you can that on my channel) and some thicker shock fluid.... iv beat the crap out of mine skatepark and all.... ARRMAskinz makes a killer skin that matches the body scheme..... glad you got one!!!!! NOW BASH THAT SUCKER

[@marxnex71]

'Makeshift ramp' 👌👏