I did the axe 3300. Reefs 444. Portal weights all around. Hyrax predator. Weighted wheels in the front. (220 grams). +3mm wheel spacers. It can do 71 degrees or more climbing. 48 degree side hills. It is amazing.
Thanks for these videos about the TRX6. I bought one and absolutely love it. I upgraded it with an old castle mamba max pro and a hobby wing 4000kv motor and this thing rips.
It does and it doesn't. The only two issue it has out of the $600 box is horrific drag brake and weak servo. Gearing it down further would help the drag brake, maybe the 9 tooth pinion would give enough extra leverage for the drag brake to work effectively. And there are cheap servos for $25... add a $22 castle 10a bec plus the $6 pinion and you have a $650 rig that is going to be even better at crawling. Maybe even throw in a HH crawl master sport for $20. Mine, I put in a mamba x and puller pro 2700kv combo along with the traxxas 330 servo. I didn't go with the 400 servo because I saw RC Review's video comparing the two outputs and they were within 15ish ounces of each other at both voltages, but the 330 drew like 1.5 less amps. So i'm already at that grand mark without touching batteries, but I can recognize that its only slightly faster and, well a bit, quicker than the brushed version. So is the performance that drastic without the brushless system, not really... except for the drag brake which is amazing with a proper motor setup.
I did the magnet mounts for the lights on my scx10 two years ago and it works great. I have already put the magnets on my trx6. Didn’t even think to do the light on it . I was just so excited to get the truck. Going to go do the lights now. Thanks for another awesome video
7:05 Yes the vehicle is heavier... but... it has 50% more tires to support that weight. Side hilling a 9 lbs rig with 3 wheels supporting the majority of the weight is actually the same load as a 6 lbs vehicle with 2 wheels supporting the majority of the weight. So the sidewall shouldn't flex more. Now, climbing onto objects where the intermediate or rear axle is lifted will shift the majority of the much heavier truck onto only 2 wheels, but that might just provide for a greater footprint and traction.
Servo/integy mount, lcg battery tray, long travel ss hc links, club 5 hc steering links,120mm shocks, integy shock towers and braces, brass on all 3axles, widened 12mm brass hex, sliders raised 5mm/sides and rear trimmed. -working on a custom rear shock/lever setup for more wheel travel, as is its so limited with the second axle actually lifting the 3rd😮 a bit. Will experiment with freeing the rear axles much as possible to reduce binding and resistance to input at angles same work on gaining more travel with keys. I know the rear driveshaft is the issue, I will sort this out too. Many problems require many solutions😂❤
So, I'm watching this in 2023, and I am looking for a Hobbywing AXE 550 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/3300kV Motor but it says that the motor is discontinued online. Is there any other websites where i could order it?
Have the black body , upgraded to Traxxas 330 servo and Boom Racing aluminum wheel with Injora 1.9 Super Swampers . Wow this truck is unstoppable, the crawl mode in the esc is fantastic 👍🤗
Yes, we bought it as a novelty but it's surprised us every step of the way. It'd done many previoiusly 'undoable' lines. Try the $40 Hobbywing 1080 ESC at some point and you'll be blown away with the modulation and braking control. 14 configurable options too.
I plan on going brushless when I can afford it, not a fan of glued tires . Always upgrade to bead lock on all my new purchases . I’m also a big Traxxas and TAMIYA fan . I alternate build then RTR then build
Crazy huh? So genius since it's like an auto switch too. The key is to use Rare Earth magnets for ultimate power. And that thus needs to be bolted on or bonded with a very powerful glue so it doesn't come off.
@@paulclancy2404 Actually, you don't need to solder in the magnets. There are magnets with holes for screws, you know? For example, I'm thinking about getting some to make a 18650 charger. And you hold the wire with a nut. 😊
My Idea Would be using AAA batteries for the lights .. save the truck battery for longer distance .. when you have the AAA batteries to the body the truck still has the lights on can be on the shelf you can turn it on or off....
Was curious about this because I have the exact 550 foc combo in my trx6, but am I overpowering the micro servos by turning up my HW ESC to output 7.4volts? The micros on my defender have failed with the same set up, so I was wondering if using the HW esc feature to turn up the voltage would do this Thank you!
@@MarcoMayhem ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-n6dpKOl7U8E.html this man has mastered the trx6 IMO :) Can't wait for mine to get the magnet mounts like his! Goodluck!
@@MarcoMayhem Also, I linked you to a 2 video playlist. The 2nd video is where he first gets the trx6 and does all the upgrades. Very nice easy to follow video. Goodluck! :)
That brushless motor doesn't mind crawling at super slow speeds? I was thinking about upgrading to a brushless but I didn't wanna lose that super low rpm ability.
This blows me away! Honestly just thought this thing was an expensive novelty. Never really thought of it's actual crawling capabilities. Good info as always 👍🍻
You didn't think an extra driven axle increasing the surface area of the tires contact patch by 50% would benefit? Now I thought it would have trouble with maneuvering, but that's the miracle for me.
Howdy from SATX! I strongly believe the ProTek LiHV 3s 4100 mah would make your top 5 list! ... in fact, for all TRX’s ... so small and very lightweight but powerful with that extra voltage ... it gives it a very noticeable extra punch ... the stock esc accepts it but only comes in deans connecter so I recommend you remove the connector on the battery (and the stock esc) to avoid the hassle of an adapter ... very recommended though! 👍🏽 ohh and I can charge 4 at a time per channel on the hobbymate duo pro no problem 👍🏽👍🏽
im still new and researching about rc and crawlers...so if you installed the hobbywing motor with the ESC, can you still use traxxas link? to configure other channels? or will the hobbywing take over?
@@rcadventures5940 i talked to a traxxas rep. he said you should still be able to connect as long as you use the stock radio and transmitter. aftermarket esc's have their own apps. in theory he is correct?
@@SlowTundra Nice!!!! I heard a similar thing on a fb group. I guess it only requires you to be using stock radio/receiver. That's awesome! Thought i bought that $35 blutooth thingy for nothing. So if you upgrade motor+esc, you can still use this accessory :)
@@rcadventures5940 i just ordered the HW Axe 550 3300kv with Xerun ESC combo. I guess the bluetooth device is for connectivity to the transmitter, not the ESC itself. The HW comes with its own app and built in Bluetooth module. you wont be able to change other channel parameters except for the ESC.
The Traxxas 400 oz servo, metal steering arm and BEC you recommended are stellar performers. I added a CCHAND grille guard. And a Warn 18 lb double motor winch.
I ended up cutting the front bumper so I can install my own grill. Kept the skid below, which took some time to screw on. But I'm liking the look imgur.com/gallery/sj6dxEy
Nice!! My hun got me the white one and she also got me the tax-4 Bronco for this past Valentine’s Day. Do u think my trx6 Benz still has the same sorry servo and the other components that u mention. Thanks
I’m new to the RC world as an adult, I acquired a TRX6 Snap-on car hauler and the 21T550 is shot. I love the idea you bring up of doing the motor upgrade. I have a lot of questions but the main one is besides the pinion gear (this model says it’s 9-T), will the motor mount plate need to be changed? And anything else down the drive train?
Hey I really like your vids.. could you please make a vid on rc crawler brushed motor's from aliexpress as I see they have some nice motors but not sure which one is good.. thank you
I'd say it depends on what you want to do. They're both different from your TRX4. The TRX6 is obviously similar but will be different enough to be fun. If you really like trailing and want to drive a big bad 6X6 then obviously TRX6. If you want to do more slow technical rock crawling then get a Capra. You can still trail with it but that's not its intended design in my opinion.
Hi there sir , I like your videos very informative weather you or people in the comment Arena . What tires would be recommended for sandy situations (Hesperia) for use without going to paddles for some climb but mostly trail walking
great tips, the servo being a traxxas one is easy to overlook and think I'll fit any one, however the 4tec 2.0 vxl is the same, only a traxxas servo fits!
Thanks for all the reviews. I just bought myself a TRX-6 because of your reviews ;-) But i got a question: the servo upgrade: you recommend a Traxxas 400, yet your comment also says a Savor 1210. It seems for the Traxxas 400, that you need a seperate servo-horn ( that's fine ) and a high-voltage upgrade kit ( TRX2262 )? With those added, it costs €130 just for the combination, but the Savox 'only' 80. Is that High-voltage kit really needed? And only for the Traxxas 400, so not for the Savox??
Maybe a 1.9 dual stage from Crawler Innovations, and stretch or carefully cut the inner foam to fit 2.2? 1.9 and 2.2 shouldn't be a huge difference in size, so it's probably not too difficult to stretch it on.
hi great video just a quick question what is the widest diameter tires i can put on this? as im thinking off putting 4.7in tires on 2.2 rims on mine thanks
hi im going to try to try and fit 2.2 hyrax tyres with the stock rims with 120mm camel shocks do you have any advice for me and would i benefit from the shocks with max droop and the larger tyres or not or just one or the other? thanks
You'll need different axle links and rear most driveshaft in order to get the thing to clear the rear tires. And moving the rear axle further would give issue to the locker cable, so you can either relocate the servo or spool up that axle.
Laszlo Earle RC you’ll want to buy the lift kit for the trx4... personally, if I went down this road I wouldn’t buy the extra shocks and leave the intermediate axle stuck with the 90 mm stock shocks and place the 110mm long arm shocks on the 4 corners. Here is a video where this guy used the lift kit to get massive real 2.2 tires on it. It looks great. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GWCew8xRpR0.html
@@KTMcaptain the thing with the long arm lift kit is that it does not improve travel due to limiters it only makes the cg of the truck higher where as if you have shocks on full droop the cg will be the same because it will sit at the same hight or just a tad higher but the axle will be able to droop down more and the lift kit is tediously expensive
@@laszloearlerc7155 That's actually a common misconception. Longer travel shocks and springs will allow the body to lean further. That would make side hilling much more difficult. You can remove the limiters from those shocks and run it at a normal ride height. Either way the rear tires don't have enough clearance not to bind on each other without those extended arms.
It doesn't seem like it'll make a difference since the front wheels are up in the air on the steepest parts. Underdrive on the rear most axle would be my first try.
Yes, because it's a 5-channel with locking diffs and 2 speed tranny, it is a little hard to use another radio. It can be done but the advantage is not big and the learning curve is high.
Always brushless? Why do not use a surpass 5-slot brushed motor with the HW quicrun wp1080 esc? Very good performance and brilliant controlling. Much cheaper.
That is a very good option for sure and what we have in most of our vehicles. This one though is 10 lbs and it could really benefit from all that punch and braking. The 2-speed tranny and unlocking diffs enable it to harness power.