NEW Fast & Tough BRUSHLESS RC car. RTR!! Hosim X07 

I’m actually working on the new model review as we speak! Mine didn’t come with the parallel battery adapter though!

I felt the same way. Until a month later I broke the head off a Phillips screw near fron right steering rod which holds the right tires angle. It is so challengin g to remove without breaking or replacing multiple [parts. My complaint to Hosim here is that I wish only used HEX heads on screws etc. IMO investing a couple extra bucks into a Arrrma or Traxxas in the long run is a better bang for the buck. I like Hosim but, they lack using HEX. Bummer.Best wishes tho. I almost fiorgot to mention. I own Hosim Venom and can remove Phillips headed screws despite them being intacxt. I assume tghey used thread lock. I never had issues identical on hex screws. Happy trails.

@@dub2536 ya, I agree.. Since posting this, have had lot of things break on the car. I'll admit, when things have broken I was always doing something crazy with the car, or hitting some jump in nature (so maybe was too steep or bumpy) that led to things breaking but still seems like it should be a little more durable. I mean, it IS an off road rc clearly. I don't have much experience with the more expensive ones so IDK how often they break, but if I have to keep fixing things on the hosim, it's going to eventually add up to what it would've cost to just get a better quality rc in the first place.

@@CornPopWazABadDude Agreed. The ones with mostly or almost exclusively HEX screws tend to endure punishment more. My twob favorites are "Traxxis, and Arrma". Currently u can get the Arrma Gorgon 1/10 scale for under $200.. Im planning to get a kit with charger n battery. I believe it is in 4x2 wheel drive not 4x4, but idk. Maybe they offer a kit to make it 4x4. However if its 4x4, u have more chances of breaking the differencial and other parts more easily. repairs usually more costly,. Im fine with 4x2 personbally but I like 4x4 a lot to. Gorgon from Arrrma at under $200 for what I have heard is a great deal imo. Its cheaper than repairing my Hosim. And far faster more durable etc. too I believe. Anyway good luck. Happy trails.

Ive also started having issues with the Hosims. Mostly differentials but other stuff too. Really fun cars out of the box but can’t handle hard driving for too long

I agree it’s been a pretty good one so far. Time will tell further eventually! Glad the reviews have helped!

Traxxass is ALWAYS stupid

Thanks! I certainly will!! 🤘😎👍

Thanks bro!! Really appreciate it!

I think so too! Thanks Robby!! 😎🔥🔥😎

Thanks man! Really appreciate that 🤘😎👍

Thanks man!!! Yes definitely a good deal! Do they make a motor mount for the 6s Kraton now? I gotta check that! That stock servo sucks so bad. Do that and tighten up the servo saver first in my opinion 👍👍

@@DerbyCityRC I mean that I'm buying the Kraton 4s I wish I could afford to buy the 6s 😂

Lol oh! I’ve been thinking about the outcast or the Kraton 4s too.

That’s great!! Glad you like the videos and glad your kids are loving their cars!!!

Thanks man! Yes a great choice for a pretty affordable brushless RTR !! 😎😎🤘😎👍

You may be right. Shoe goo does work quite well!

Haha! Thanks! The next one has shirt changes and facial hair changes lol. Shot over the course of 3 months 🤣😎😎 🧔‍♂️. I might have even more gray hairs on and off in this next video!! 😳

Ya I didn’t know what to say. Lol never seen him in my life lol

@@DerbyCityRC 🤣🤣🤣

Thanks!! Glad to have you here! 🤘😎👍

@@DerbyCityRC 🤙

Yes definitely more of a 1/12 scale size. I agree the zip tie is cheap, but I also think that’s what kept it from coming completely loose like some other cars would. They definitely could have found a better way though lol. The alien queen has made a few silent appearances before but this is the first time she got excited! Amazon had them at $200, but I think right now are $180. MT10 is around $340 and that’s with no battery!

Thanks Dave!! 🤘😎👍

Thanks man we appreciate that!!

Thanks I appreciate that!!! 👍👍

I agree. 👍

Thanks! Glad you like the review!!

Yup! Was rather pleased with its performance!

Thanks man!! Haha ya they’re something else!

Thanks man!! 🤘🤘👍

My aim isn’t the best, I like my 4ft ramps 😆

Yes I reviewed the X08 not long ago and it seems they put those same upgrades from that onto the newer x07s. Great news!

Thanks! Haha! Some of my videos I make slightly slower paced. I want them to be different and fun like you said! Much appreciated!!

Dude I know!! Lol I just saw your video on it. I’m doing a review on the 3 year old xlf x03 so I’m gonna mention the new Flyhal in that lol

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It didn’t last long after this lol. The upgraded one looks sweet. Hopefully better diffs

I’ll find out! I had one of their OG rc’s back about 5 years ago, and it didn’t last but a day. It’s taken me this long to want to try another one. They’ve been asking me for months, so I figured I’d take them up on it.

I wonder if these new versions diffs if better would fit the older versions..that would make a lot of people happy imo...😊

@roadstar499 I agree it would! I hope they do. My suspicion would be that they do, but of course I don’t know for sure. 😂

I think you took appart that new 1/8 scale and discovered better gears compared to older version...do you think hosim had to change any plastic molds etc...or the new gears were just dropped into same spec gear box? I would think that would save them money verses having to make a new plastic housing for upgraded gears...

Thanks man!!

Thanks!! Dude I know! I was seriously just like WTF… lol. You may have noticed there was a long pause there. I must have been in shock. Never seen that kid before.

@@DerbyCityRC lol . Right on. Love the channel.

Thanks man!!

That’s great man! Thanks!! I think you’ll like it! 👊👍👍

Thanks man! I appreciate that!! 🤘😎👍

@@DerbyCityRC glory to God in the highest!

Unfortunately I don’t know of an upgraded diff for these. I’ve heard a lot of people having diff problems but I haven’t yet. Hopefully they come out with a solution!

I hear of this happening a lot, but hasn’t happened to mine yet. Unfortunately I have not heard of this. I recommend sending Hosim a message either via email or Facebook messenger and ask about it or atleast let them know it’s a repeated issue.

Thanks!! 🤘😎👍

I don’t think so. If I remember right this does have a 2-in-1 esc. Esc would be required too if I’m correct.

The Hosim is faster and has more power, but the 210e seems more durable. So for performance go Hosim, for durability go Deerc

I believe you’ll need a completely new esc unfortunately

This one came with a remote that has a speed control knob, so can be changed throughout it’s full range of speed! 👍👍☝️

I’m not sure. This one is over two years old and I believe they did make some changes so yours has likely been improved!

@DerbyCityRC should turn up in a couple of days so I will go bash it up a bit

I like the performance of the Hosim, but I’d probably go with the hbx due to durability. Im

@@DerbyCityRC thanks for your opinion. You’re videos are awesome and they helped me decide to buy the 16889 (brushed) and 18858 (brushed) for my kids this past Xmas

Awesome! So glad I can help!!

Thanks! Yes I do lol

Thanks!! Glad you like it! Ya that should be a decent setup! Though I’m not too fond of the 901a wheels, they do better on the 16889a pro. Nice!!

@@DerbyCityRC I mean the 903

Oh yes! Much better!! I do like the 903 wheels 👍👍

Great! Glad you found us! Honestly I haven’t tested 3s in this car yet, so I’m not sure.

Thanks!!!

Thanks! Very glad you like it! I haven’t found an alternative battery that fits, but the big one it comes with has been good so far.

Yeah, I have the 5200mah battery. Upgrading to a better battery charger was a must, though. I'm having a serious issue with the steering servo saver. Unlike you were able to do in the video i cant seem to tighten the bottom back up. I didnt really want to tear it completely apart to fix it unless i absolutely have to. Do you have any words of widow on this subject or know of a video you could recommend? Thanks in advance!

Unfortunately I don’t hVe anything for ya there. Mine tightened back up pretty easily. I may have had to use needle nose pliers, I can’t remember. I know it was a tight reach.

I would send them a message on their official Facebook page. They seem to be pretty responsive on there.

Unfortunately I don’t have a redcat to compare to, but I’ve heard good things! I’d say if you can get a brushless redcat for close to the same money, it may be a better buy.

Its definitely not the same car as the 903a. Completely different manufacturer for sure. The 903a is most likely a bit more durable, but also a little smaller

This isn’t the one. Lol After a few more runs the diff gears start to go. What’s your budget? I have a 1/11-1/12 scale that I like that gets released in about 2 weeks It’s the Rlaarlo Omni-Terminator

Thanks!! 😎😎

No it is much bigger unfortunately

Many parts are available directly on Amazon, and I believe on Hosim’s website as well. Thanks!

I use the 3s battery that came with the x17, which should be on the Hosim website.

Ya I did see it! It does seem to be the same thing except on the video I watched, he said it has a 3000kv motor, which that Hosim is 3700kv. I’m actually working on a video for the older XLF X03 right now. Lol.

I think it’s the way the light is hitting the camera. Not sure but it wasn’t from clearing the lease lol

@@DerbyCityRC great video though mate!( Can't wait for the brushless fc610 project!)

Thanks! And me too!! Will be soon!

I haven’t test fit any other batteries yet. I put one of these in it and it worked. Its much smaller though. amzn.to/3YfOqTD

Weird! A remote should be pretty affordable if needed.

Thanks!! Glad you liked my desert truck review! I’m going to start the upgrade in a day or two, but also have a couple other videos in the works. But I’m going to try to get that video out within 2 weeks. That’s just a best guess but I’m just as excited as you are!

Thanks bro! The update to this car is I don’t recommend 3s lol. Mine killed the front differential and locked up the motor within a few minutes. The diffs are a big weak point on these otherwise decent cars unfortunately.

Lol absolutely not!

Hard to say. Brushless motors do sound different. Hear it at all speeds?

@@DerbyCityRC it’s noticeable the second I touch the throttle. I should try and get a video. It’s like somethings maybe a tiny bit loose? Or one tooth is broken? I’m brand new to rc

Those are definitely possible. Just double check for loose things. Could check the gears pretty easily, it’s just the 3 screws on top of the plastic motor mount. Could even be a loose pinion set screw. Obviously could be a defect and they should replace the car for you if so.

@@DerbyCityRC thanks I’ll take a peek, it only took a day to get here so might just return for the sake of sanity

Ya man I hear ya. It’s probably not a normal sound. Maybe wait for the review I’m about to do on the car I just posted about cuz I have high hopes for it!

I’m not sure, I haven’t tried any yet!

@@DerbyCityRC thanks for the reply

You’re welcome!

I actually have an MJX 16208 ordered, which is similar but looks a bit more jumpable with the higher suspension. It seems to be in back order so I’ll get it eventually lol

Not sure if that would fit or not. It may. So far the big battery that came with it has worked fine.

I have ran on 5200mah 3s now my X07 is converted to a REEDY 3300KV AND 70AMP ESC just had to drill metal motor mount plate

Or stake 2 2200mah 3s by OVONIC

Nice!!

Good question. I don’t have the new WL toys at the moment, but from my experience with the WL toys I do have, this one has a stronger suspension system. More likely to survive crashes.

@@DerbyCityRC i see now..thanks alot

Interesting. Seems good so far, but every car starts to break after a little while. The smaller, lighter weight cars do tend to hold up better for physics and science reasons. I have heard good things about the Q903 👍👍

Plus luckily parts are cheap and seems most parts are right on Amazon

I also made a video about it on my channel. But it is in German so maybe you won’t understand. What I also don’t like was that the motor got quite hot after just 3 minutes

@@DerbyCityRC that’s true. And hosim has a great customer service 👍✌️

I took German in high school and one of my favorite bands is German, so I know about 10 words 🤣

It’s pretty good but I don’t recall it being quite 50 minutes.

Ya I don’t recall getting 40 minutes lol, but that’s awesome man, have fun!! These are pretty nice cars!! Can’t wait until my daughter is old enough, she loves watching them jump!

Haha! Glad to hear it!! 😁

Thanks!! Great question! Amazon has quite a few parts there. At a minimum all the basics, like axles, control arms, shocks, tie rods, and diffs. Probably more. Then Hosim.com has, what looks like, all the parts too.

The tires the X07 come with? That’s these: amzn.to/3RSxpy9

I do have some more footage I need to put together. Use a little loctite on the wheel nuts and that should help. amzn.to/3jLbbiU Glad you like the vids and thanks for subscribing!!

Update on my xo7 I know you like to put larger tires on stuff. I put larger tires on mine and it was awesome for about 5 minutes and I broke a front knuckle on one weird landing lol. May want to keep this one on the stock tires. Love your content keep it up🤘

Thanks for the update and kind words! Ya I feel the durability isn’t quite there, but it’s performance is awesome! Still need to get it back out again lol

I’ll have to try to remember to measure next time I’m in the shop. Probably pretty near 100-110 mm. Thanks!! 😃

@@DerbyCityRC thanks its 105mm i appreciate your help and wish you the best.

You’re welcome! 😉

Lol I understand! Do you already have your mind set on this car?

And what kind of stuff do they do? Just drag racing or different stuff? If not just drag racing then better handling is important too!

@@DerbyCityRC no not mind set on this one but with your review and all the other ones seems to be a tough little truck. All I no is they own Traxxas and they do a lot of dirt racing

@@DerbyCityRC he’s got a dirt track in his back yard with a couple big jump

I would look at this one: amzn.to/3GDye8i I’ve got a few videos on it and one of my favorites. Only 26 mph on 2s, but it’s 3s capable. Probably close to 40 on 3s. Maybe do a motor upgrade on it eventually but the way this thing handles and how durable it is, it’s pretty unbeatable!

Unfortunately no. I tried it several months ago. Actually probably going on a year and a half and it seized up the motor in minutes lol. Don’t recommend trying that lol

Lol thanks! I didn’t think the servo was too bad, but I’ve only run it once. The servo saver loosened up on me like I showed in the video, but it was fine before that and fine again after. Every car I’ve got could always use a stronger servo, but this one didn’t catch me as being too weak just yet.

Hi there, finally I started using mine X07. I observed one unusual thing, when I go from reverse and then sudden forward, there is gears rubbing noise like ratcheting sound. Is it common when you suddenly change direction? Do you see same on your X07? Will Lubricating the gears will help in this case? Please let me know.

I thought I may have started hearing that too, but not for sure yet. Lubricant might help, but if they are clicking like that, it probably won’t help much. Possibly could be helped by adding shims on the differentials. If that gets worse on mine, I’ll probably look into doing that.

Thanks man. How to fix this annoying problem will be interesting. Is this common in the all RC cars? Please let me know.

Not on all cars, no. Certain ones do sometimes have that issue

Are you saying you want a bigger one than the car in this video?

@@DerbyCityRC i dont really know the size of this one lol

Gotcha. Lol well the width from side to side, including the tires is almost 12 inches, and the whole car is roughly 15 inches long

@@DerbyCityRC ok gotcha

What car u think its bettter the new hosim or the cobra

I’m pretty sure this one has bearings throughout. Yes if not that would be bad lol.

@@DerbyCityRC a lot of Chinese cars don't have ball bearings. Aluminum castings for gears is not great they should be steel. But at this price point they wanted it to be somewhat disposable. Have some quick fun by parts and give up on it. I saw another video where the motor went critically hot. For that kind of power that I saw even with you that motor is a little small for that what do you think?

Yes they do, but out of the many cheapos I’ve got, only one has bushings instead of bearings. And it’s one of the ultra cheapos. I think it’s the 1/18 scale Deerc that’s like $60 but could have been the junky Croboll I’ve got. Lol one of the two. I’m pretty sure I’ve had a wheel off on this one and would have likely noticed if it didn’t have bearings, but I’ve certainly missed things right in front of my face before. Yes I’d say that motor is slightly undersized and would probably not last long on 3s. Eventually I’ll get it out again for more testing lol

@@DerbyCityRC respect… Thank you so much it was great that you will come back and talk to people I really appreciate you. I was thinking about buying this I'm still not sure…I want a car that will last that won't break the bank. I don't plan on bashing it hard but full power constantly it should handle… Take care

I don’t know of anyone building them unfortunately. Banggood has a plastic looking one but I think its like $140. Where in ky are you?

@@DerbyCityRC Southeastern Ky. Banggood seems to have some that are very small and Amazon has some big ones BUT they're like $700 lol

Ya I know! Especially since that’s a new version of that box, and the typo was on the older model box too!

Thanks!!! Yes the Deercs are pretty decent. Max is definitely getting good at RC car-ing and hopefully loves it forever!!

Lol we were tough on it for sure! Over time we’ve noticed the main we point being the differentials. Heavy throttle maneuvering and landing jumps while on the throttle will wear them out much quicker so just be mindful of that. That will wear out any differential quicker though.

Yes and thanks for that. I know I should probably pull them and grease them. But my truck was all locktited with red locktite and all the joints were greased from the factory. I couldn't get the servo screw out with a small screwdriver. Very well done and I've never seen that before. I love the metal steering buckets and and C cups. I've never seen that on any brand either. I've also not seen a year guarantee either. Metal steering gear? And most importantly, it survived you. Really. What's not to like? I won't do to it in a year what you did to it in an hour. All that AND 5200 mAH worth of batteries? And only 199 bucks? I had to buy it. LOL @@DerbyCityRC

@dannysdailys haha, ya man it’s a decent car for sure! Good value!!

You can definitely get high quality cars in the $300-$400 range, like the rival mt10 and the granite. This one isn’t bad for its sale price, but yes if you’re looking for a solid performer, definitely need to spend a bit more. Thanks for the update!!

Lol right.

🤣🤣 I haven’t run mine enough to know yet

@@DerbyCityRC oh it happend in the first 20 minutes dog bones literally literally poped out every 5 minutes if not less so much so I stopped using it not to mention the parts over time turn to rust just siting in the air they may have changed it cuz yours is completely different but it was the exact same model just the version 1 you have a version 2 or 3 but they didn’t advertise it as such and that’s scummy to me I would have waited for a v2 if they had

Ya I don’t remember having axle issues like that. I think they might have bent a little. I do plan on getting that car out again eventually. But ya they should mention new versions!

They have a similar version of this car. I believe xlf still exists. Very similar for sure, I have a separate video for the xlf version lol

Thanks! Well it’s kind of a tough call. This one is easier to control, it’s a bit bigger, and it’s faster, but I think the 901a may have it beat in the durability department. It’s always a game to choose where you want performance over quality. If you’re not doing big jumps, I personally think this Hosim is more fun.

@@DerbyCityRC thanks for the reply..and yes like i said i will be using it for offroad here in my ranch just normal use some light bumbs thats it nothing to where i can break it lol...

Lol ya I think you would be more satisfied with this Hosim I have linked in the description. More stable plus also a bit faster.👍👍

@@DerbyCityRC thanks...does this truck have upgrades

I think I saw aluminum control arms on Amazon, so they probably have some. I wouldn’t put metal control arms on it though. Plus there is space for a larger motor if you ever decided in that.

I know it does! I strive for more every day!

I think I got this one figured out without using a translator!! 🤣 We will find out soon cuz I’m about to review an x03! Haven’t opened it yet but that will be soon!!

@@DerbyCityRC ahahah exact ! Merci j'attend la vidéo avec impatience ! 😁

Lol haha! Soon I promise 🤣

Weird!!!! 🤔

@@DerbyCityRC yah I thought the same it made me absolutely hate rcs the dog bones poped out every 5 seconds (not bent) the shocks blew up this thing fell to pieces like a blind man had made it and looked nothing like that I guess hossim screwed me out of 189$ I had the same x07 with the one big 5200mah lipo the motor mount was not there none of the wires or cable management looked like that the rims snapped and I’m not a basher I baby my stuff unless I’m doing like one speed run in the grass or on road when I drive em I will never own one again personally I still have the chasis that’s literally in pieces lol 😂 and they didn’t even rename it version two or anything when they came out with this new version I guess secretly that’s bad customer service and bad quality rcs and I’m a cheap rc guy myself lol 😂 so that’s saying something the subotech hurtle h1 I just bought for 56$ on Amazon is literally 100 better then that hossim I had was and there not even in the same class 💀

@@DerbyCityRC also love your content and vids

Wow that’s crazy! Lol Sounds like my JLB Cheetah, that thing is garbage. Glad you found one you like!!

@@DerbyCityRC oh for sureeeee my fav fave off brand personally is wpl JJRC exceed and redcat but I gotta say anything brushless by traxxas has always amazed me with quality and longevity also love your content rc fam always watching your the American kev talbot but with your own family man funny flare I love it have a good night brother

Well there’s always regular old meters lol

@@DerbyCityRC forgot about that one. Even so, the gap between centimeter and meter is huge, whereas the gap between inch and yard can be bridged with the good ol foot. Love your content, btw

We need something else in there like milli-miles 🤣 Thanks man!!

I had a wheel nut loosen I think, but so far that’s it. Maybe the other problems soon to follow lol

​@@DerbyCityRC Careful with the wheel nuts. I don't know if this is common to other RC cars, but if it falls off, you will also lose an essential nut and pin that hold everything in place. Mine's somewhere out in the lawn. This car just keeps breaking for me. Already got a 2nd one and been using the 1st one for parts. Really frustrating.

Ya that’s pretty normal. They are standard sizes though so you can order 2mm x 10mm pins for replacement. 4mm axle nuts with a flange and 12mm wheel hexes. It’s a good idea to loctite the axle nuts or check them every few minutes. Happens with most cars 1/10 scale or smaller

@@DerbyCityRC Got it. Wish I could figure out if the motor is really burned or not. Both cars have stopped working. Both power up but one smells like burning plastic and the other grinds like a bag of chips under a fat kid's scooter when accelerating

That’s gotta be like my 3rd favorite analogy ever lol. If you can’t tell what’s dragging by spinning wheels or axles individually, you really gotta just take stuff apart and see what’s binding. Luckily there are several decent affordable motors out there for most sizes if that’s what it is.

Pretty much any car 🤣

lol sorry 😢 😆

@@DerbyCityRC 🤣🤙