Traxxas slash 4x4 ultimate RC review, pros and cons!

[@kingschultz3770]

I'll take a solid, informative review, like this one, from a regular guy speaking from personal experience over some obnoxious, in-your-face video with obligatory heavy metal soundtrack any day. Well done, Alan. What I learned from this is going to come in real handy after my Slash 4x4 Ultimate is delivered next week.

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Appreciate that...enjoy your slash 4x4. I have 4 of them that we use to race on my track...you'll enjoy it!

[@kingschultz3770]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 I'd like to have a backyard track like yours. It looks like you have plenty of room to expand!

[@RileyBanksWho]

Wow. Sounds personal!

[@kevinAPapaof2]

I’ve had mine for about 4 or 5 years and still one of my favorites. I basically only run my ultimate and my Mojave 6s ( just a big slash) when ever I’m ready to run my cars.

[@timgraf2651]

I got my slash in 2012 and over the years upgraded it to a 6s racking monster. I even won a few higher class races here in Germany. Even though I probably replaced every part at least 3 times I love the slash and I think it’s one of the best cars to progress on and get into racing.

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Thanks.

[@briandiaz5054]

A good way to keep the body in tact is to cover the inside with drywall tape and then with shoegoo.

[@CalebTaft2002]

I heard that as well from another KZbinr

[@jimferry4751]

I had a set of spacers for another project. The set came with 4 different heights so used a set and now my Badlands don't rub on my Slash Ultimate, they want $20 for the plastic extension kit. Nice track in your yard. Thinking of doing a track in my yard. Just retired and need a new project. Let's see if the wife will approve me digging up the yard. Maybe get her a car and get her involved. I have already cut the grass low and made an makeshift track and 2 jumps out of plywood. Having a blast. Thanks for the idea's.

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Thanks for watching

[@daviddsyncdpitt2487]

I have had mine for 6 years. I started doing body reinforcement years ago. Just get drywall tape, the mesh style with self adhesive and apply in weak areas of body before you tear up and put a thin coating of shoe goo and let it dry overnight. I have a buggy body is have had that has held together for over 5 years. Let me kiss if you have any questions.

[@tooleyzrc1973]

To reinforce your body shell you could use shoe Goo and drywall mesh tape. The grey stuff used on Hardy backer seams for shower stall construction works best. It's in the same section as the regular stuff. You need to cut the drywall mesh tape into strips Stick it to the inside of your clean body and then spread shoe Goo on top of it and let it dry. Once it's dry for extra measure you could brush on electricians liquid rubber. I do this to all my body shells and they are practically indestructible.

[@quiksilver330]

Heavy, but indestructible.. very heavy that is at least mine

[@jkulysses]

Drywall mesh tape. It cuts easily with scissors & has a sticky back so lines the inside nicely then put a nitrile glove on & squeeze some clear Shoe Goo onto your finger & start spreading it all over the mesh tape working it down into all the open spaces. It makes them like 30x stronger & will repair your cracked up body get more time out of it for sure. I do it to mine before I ever run them. Stuff will stink for about two days so let it vent outside or in the garage lol. It's pretty potent stuff at first.

[@paulus842000]

You beat me to it dude. I was going to say that.

[@4sightdw]

Drywall mesh tape, it really isn't the best in my opinion, Flex tape easily bests it. sorry guys and gals.

[@BrownFrown22]

instead of shoe glue I use expanding foam insulation and mold the foam into shape foam insulation is carvable .. I apply mesh tape with super glue to hold the tape

[@israelhernandez1324]

I had the body on mine sprayed by the local bedliner company, cost me $25, it turned out so good I had 2 other vehicle bodies sprayed.

[@scottfirman]

I just picked one up like band new( lightly used) for $400. I will take what you suggested and add it to my list of future purchases. As a basic beginner, the Traxxas Vehicles are a good fit for anyone. After market parts are a good way to go but as you stated, Traxxas parts do not run that bad price wize and support your local RC Shop whenever possible. I like the free advice and there is always someone in the store willing to help should I have an issue.

[@cashsimpson4779]

im thinking about buying one of these and this was my sign im going to finally buy one

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@rcreviews9894]

I put a proline body lift kit on mine to keep the wheels from rubbing and with the lift kit it comes with screws that stick out of the body mount holes and caps that screw down instead of using body clips it works great! As far as bashing I do ramp jump mine but nothing too extreme and I never run it through water, I learned my lesson with my stampede I thought I dried it off and wd40 it up good enough but apparently missed some spots and now I have to replace my toe and camber links not a big deal but could have been avoided

[@fredstone3875]

So how many nuts have you bought to put on those studs, what you call screws I did the same thing I was not happy roll cage on to it keeps everything cool better balanced no rubbing problems run what tires you want Easy Battery changes I use the roll cage from a wltoys 12428 if you have any mechanical ability at all it's not hard to fit it on there

[@andygrew4832]

This is exactly the kind of review I was looking for. Especially the information about Dean's connectors compatibility with Traxxas ESCs. I've never owned a Traxxas electric RC and don't want to buy Traxxas batteries and a Traxxas charger. Now I just have to choose between the Slash Ultimate and Maxx. Thank you!

[@kingarchon8538]

I have my Maxx and have beaten the heck out of it and only had to replace a c hub after like 10 cartwheels at 45-50 mph haha. Thing is a monster. I hope you're happy with whichever you pick. I'm debating biting the bullet a d getting a slash on the side.

[@andygrew4832]

Ended with a Slash Ultimate but I was really 50:50 on that vs the Maxx. Planning on putting some 2.8 tires/wheels on it. Haven't run 3s yet it's no slouch.

[@kingarchon8538]

@@andygrew4832 sweet. I've left everything stock on the Maxx run a 4s and tend to keep in in training mode because that's more than enough power and speed most of the time. Glad to hear you're loving it. I made the jump to a maxx from a redcat volcano epx. Absolutely wild.

[@Grimaldo420]

Just picked mine up yesterday. Im already hooked haha this is a great review, definitely getting that These changes done ASAP

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

That is great! I hope you enjoy it!

[@radman8827]

If you use sheet rock tape the open mesh type for a base . Then take either use shoe go0e or a silacon type seal the remane flexable smear them around to be even. The mesh makes a good base it sticks well.

[@ednicklason1832]

Do what I do, truck bedliner spray then flex seal spray. It's easy and looks nice, you could use fiberglass mesh tape for more durability but not necessary. FYI there's no easier way to make your body last !

[@jeremiahwhisler766]

This is the best RC car video I have seen and I have watched hundreds of videos lately. My kids and I just got the rustler 4x4 vxl buggies about 3 weeks ago. We use our vehicles in scarily similar ways (we were at a skate park today). The vehicles will take an absolute beating and keep on rolling. I am curious if you have had many problems with the ultra shocks. We have had a number of different issues, leaking, top popping off, and the most frustrating the spring keeper falling out. I feel like I need to keep a pocketful of spring keepers. I finally got tired of searching for the spring keepers that I grabbed the GTR shocks. I will also be purchasing the chassis stiffener as we have smashed a couple of batteries.... and like you mention should keep us out of bent driveshaft territory. Thanks again for a wonderfully done video sir.

[@danbowen710]

I use a 2 part epoxy product made by West System, called "G-Flex" to repair my bodies when they crack. It works with most plastics and is made to be able to flex. I originally got it to permanently repair a hole in a canoe, I had a bunch left over afterward and tried it on my Slash bodies. None of them have ever broken again where they were repaired. It comes in different consistencies, I used the 655. It cures mostly clear and is sandable and paintable, and if anyone does try it, be sure to use it on the outside of your truck body since it adheres best to paint-free surfaces. Cheers!

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

thnak you for the tip, I'll give that a try.

[@isaaclopez9194]

I’ve always just duct taped like 2 layers under my body’s and it has seemed to help it a bunch

[@jimbo4203]

Ya i just do duct tape , it keeps the body together and makes it stronger

[@cjcoffey2502]

I just bought mine and can't wait for it to get here, I'm so very very excited.

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

I'm sure you'll enjoy it!!!!

[@cjcoffey2502]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 I really really hope so, it will be here wendsday and im so excited

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

If you have any questions you can shot me an E-mail at [e-mail] I'll help if I can

[@cjcoffey2502]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 alright thank you very much, I will definitely do that and u have already helped me find out that I got stuff to do with it before I take it for a drive

[@cjcoffey2502]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 should I charge the battery before I run it ?

[@frankch1959]

I'm getting ready to purchase and I've been doing research and I saw where one guy said to put gorilla tape on the inside of your bodies will make them last longer and help keep them from cracking as often. Sounds plausible. And if you don't want to mess with Gorilla Tape I would think a couple of layers of duct tape would add reinforcement

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

I am getting ready to make 2 videos on how to reinforce your truck body. I tried Tape, but the tape would come off when I was driving it. the tape getting wet and dirty. The body I am using in my next two videos, happens to be the Traxxas slash.

[@tenncutt]

Gorilla Tape IS duct tape. Pretty much the best duct tape

[@thehomefront1905]

Great video, love your honest opinion without all the stupid behaviour others feel they have to do in there videos

[@scitris6474]

Excellent review just got one ganna be helpful

[@motorizedmisfit-artist8535]

Thanks for this video...great info! I just picked one up today. Subscribed.

[@rileyhance318]

I usually use heavy duty tape on the whole body to keep it from cracking on impacts. Im still using the original body 3 years later with some cracking on the rear fender

[@maszkalman3676]

i have rustler it's 2,5 years old now and i use zero body protection the only broken parts are the back when the wheelie bar gets stuck under and some minor crack on the front because of the clipless mount system.

[@rileyhance318]

@@maszkalman3676a rustler doesnt use its body to absorb impacts the same way the slash does. your rustler uses the wheels and control arms to absorb shock so your body shell would never really take any of the abuse so im not sure what you are getting at

[@maszkalman3676]

@@rileyhance318 still at crashes the body will crack and the wheelie bar really hurts the body also the flexing front when you put the body on...

[@rileyhance318]

@@maszkalman3676 well still the slash’s body having larger surface area in addition to it covering the entire truck will lead to increased wear compared to a rustler. im not sure why your dead set on comparing the body shells from these trucks as if they share all of the same variables because they dont. its apples to oranges whats the point of saying “oh you used body protection on your slash, well my rustlers body is fine”. my initial response was “ok, and?”

[@maszkalman3676]

@@rileyhance318 Beciae they are made by the same company so they should be nearly as though i quess? also your initial comment was rustler has a-arms and longer shocks so as the slash it the suspension works better on the rustler that could be a reason why the rustler body holds up better. But it could be the internal tructure that rustler now have a few years back you know the clipless body monuts that could help strenghten the body.

[@Rc-Adventurers]

Drywall mesh tape and a layer of shoe goo👍🏼 works great for body repair.

[@ZRCAR1]

One way to fix the body's from cracking is us dry wall tap and shoe glue it work well:)

[@fredstone3875]

I was looking into buying an ultimate. I've been building a custom / for a couple of years now, it is way faster than what I'm seeing on this videos. I have the Traxxas Big Bore shocks and the Traxxas metal CV axles I'm running the Velineon on a kinexsis motor I run a roll cage off of a wltoys 12428 the biggest problem we have now is ripping tires and usually that's when the kids are playing with it the thing wheelies it is super badass now I know that the direction for me is to get a hold of an old chassis lcg just like the one I got and just build another one my slash would tear those cars up.

[@fredstone3875]

Also I have full metal gearing and I superglued the slipper clutch

[@fredstone3875]

If anyone would like more details on it or pictures I'd be glad to send them to you the real money in this is in the axles and the shocks the motor is super cheap proven itself to be highly durable

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

@@fredstone3875 Thanks for Sharing your Project, sounds like a lot of fun

[@kalebvollmer8095]

Bedliner on the underside of the body, I put stampede wheels on my slash

[@travisdrury5556]

Shoe goo and drywall tape to reinforce body

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Thanks for the tip!

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

@@joshuataylor9224 thanks for the tip!

[@kajishabob4421]

Use drywall tape and shoo goo. Use hot glue to tack the drywall tape down as if you were welding the coat it in shoo goo. on the body

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Thanks for the tip, and thanks for watching the video.

[@greyclough1031]

Spray flex seal on the inside of the body to add rigidity

[@mixinthebisquic1238]

Upgrades? I recall Traxxas saying that this is an upgraded slash 4x4 vxl already.

[@lkncatfish7586]

Dry wall tape and then apply shoe goo. To strengthen your body

[@GyuHobbyRC]

Nice vehicle, nice video Awesome Let's get along with friends with the same hobbies 잘 지내봐요. 😁😁😁😁

[@ilirpellumbi1788]

Great video, thanks!

[@PopalongRC]

Cheers man super helpful

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Glad you found the review helpful, More to come, 1 on Losi DBXLE 2.0, Losi Tenacity DB, Losi Tenacity DB pro, and Traxxas XMaxx. I just want to own them for a bit before I release review videos.

[@yorkrojas1452]

Awesome. Thanks Dude!!

[@SeleverRyan]

200th liked!

[@dragonflygenetics420]

I used jb Weld to fix the cracks on the body

[@yevsnyder5387]

Sir can you please let me know what kind of tires those are really nice

[@frankch1959]

Super Glue? Wouldn't Loctite be a better option?

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Blue Loctite (thread locker,) does not work on metal to plastic. If you google search "does Loctite Thread locker work on plastic" It tells you that Loctite 425 does work on plastic. but when you check into it, you'll find that it is just "instant adhesive" In other words "Super glue". So that is what I use, and what I suggest in my videos. Thanks for watching!!

[@fredstone3875]

No

[@DerkuiDerkui]

Thinking of getting one of these, but prep the body with Grease, Drywall Tape, Hot Glue Gun, and Shoe Goo.

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

I saw a video where someone tried drywall tape and silicon....I haven't tried it yet. But it has merit. Seemed easier than shoo glue. (Cheaper) but same result.

[@DerkuiDerkui]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 I think I'll go that route. Sounds like a good combination and as you said, cheaper and less messier/work.

[@ZingZingNZ]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 hey mate. Untried. But you can get a small amount of deck liner for truck or ute beds. Just a thought seen your home made track instant subscribe

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

@@ZingZingNZ thanks, I might give that a try, I have 1 unused body I need to paint, and Reinforce.

[@dIyenthusiast22]

Where can you get the lift kit for the body?

[@shenanigan3083]

It's a good 10th scale basher. But for track racing something like a tekno sct is so much more precise doesn't even compare

[@taronhowell2523]

Great video

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Thank you

[@azovandy14.88]

How does this match up to the max slash?

[@MRdeLaat]

i think if u coat the inside of the body with that stringy glue in a pressurecan it wil become stronger if its hardened. or you can glue thin fibers on the inside

[@jedidad310]

Do these come with the oba installed

[@derekguenette6642]

Use orange drywall tape and shoe goo makes the Bodies last longer at least twice as long and helps them tonight crack crack

[@joeyament54]

Does it come with a brushless motor and. Lipos the new model one

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

it comes with the brushless motor, but like most RC's you have to buy the batteries separately.

[@rhec4208]

Here’s my very fast way of explaining it pro it’s fast as hell pro it gets really good battery life pro it handles pretty decently pro it’s durable as all hell pro it can take massive jobs pro highly upgradable con your batteries do die

[@lunaplayz07]

shooe goo and dry wall tape for boddy strength

[@Xionmass]

Shoegoo and fiberglass drywall tape!! Inside your bodies 🤣 . Your welcome . Can't believe you don't know that yet or heard about it

[@OneofMyTurns]

I just happened to have some nuts!! 🤣🤣

[@minnesotanice369]

why superglue use loctite

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Loctite doesn't work on plastic.

[@minnesotanice369]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 rubber cement

[@devinwilson7708]

Piqua skate park? We got a few and would like to join

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

yep, shoot me an E-mail at [e-mail]. I'm sure we can work something out. We always looking to meet people in our area

[@Senna94xb]

Hi, how long can you drive with a 3000mAh battery?

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

I run 6200 mah. those last about 20 minutes. so I would guess less then 10 min. depending on the surface your on, and how much you are on and off the throttle.

[@assettocorsa0744]

I use a 5000 mah 3s lipo battery and it last over a hour

[@MsDeeDassen]

drywall tape and shoe goo makes the body almost unbreakable plenty of videos on youtube

[@fredstone3875]

Running a roll cage makes the body completely obsolete. Better balanced runs cooler recovers better

[@fredstone3875]

You know if you just reverse the direction of that rear a arm screw it solves the problem

[@xenksh6612]

Me: watching this even tho I bought mine last week 🤔

[@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904]

Is that good or bad? Lol

[@xenksh6612]

@@alanwilliamsbackyardrc5904 idk

[@HNunyabusiness]

No videos in 2 years? I assume you’ve given up on the hobby?

[@dougboyer93]

Gorilla tape works great not duct tape

[@4sightdw]

Drywall mesh tape, it really isn't the best in my opinion, Flex tape easily bests it. sorry guys and gals.

[@NotDalino]

veeHICKLES

[@travisgross9570]

Gorilla tape the inside of body

[@daadood100]

video sounds so boring

[@kevinwest1607]

I've always hated these dang thing's. I strictly race and don't bash. It seems like this class attracts all the hacks. It's always a painful thing to watch them race. It's like watching a demolition derby every race lol.