NOT happy / NEW Trx4 Catches FIRE

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The title and thumb should say it all! I am not happy at all with Traxxas because the ESC on my just over a month old Trx4 2021 Bronco just caught on fire! So disappointed right now....
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@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

UPDATE: This may be my fault, not Traxxas's fault! I was made aware that I put a servo in that was over the esc's limit. Thank you to the viewer who made me aware of my mistake so I can learn from it and not do it again!

@skyhawk21 Месяц назад

How would a servo cause a fire exactly?

@skyhawk21 Месяц назад

Also shouldn’t you remove video then?

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

@skyhawk21 It's a 8.4v servo and the esc has a max of 6 so it's possible it's my fault. Traxxas will let me know when they get the esc.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

@@skyhawk21 No, I'll just update it cause I still don't know what caused it for sure. It could still be all their fault. We'll see what the diagnosis is and go from there 🤷‍♂️

@NatesRCclips Месяц назад

It's the esc . They are garbanzo

@MysticRiverRC Месяц назад

Run the Redcat Red! Problem solved. I just subbed, beautiful forest you took me to, I appreciate it. Side note, my 5 year old nephew saved up all his birthday/Christmas money and bought himself a TRX4M Defender. In less than two weeks he burned out the stock servo. My honest opinion, you buy the Traxxas for the body shell and chassis. The entire electronics package you scrap and replace: motor, servos, esc, transmitter, and receiver. Good luck with how you choose to proceed.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

😅 I immediately went and got the Redcat out, lol. I also have a Trx4m and burnt up the servo quick, but I just figured it was cause it was small, lol. I've since learned that Traxxas has crap electronics period! Thank you, tons, for watching and subbing, I really do appreciate it!

@apocalypsezombyRC Месяц назад

My first rig was a trx4 blazer, within 2 weeks my motor went out, then my servo 2 weeks after that.... I feel your pain. Honestly with their crawlers, the first thing I do is change the esc and servo before I ever run them now.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

It sucks big time that we spend so much on a big name brand just to spend more immediately cause they have crap electronics. Thanks for the comment and watching, I appreciate it 🙏

@apocalypsezombyRC Месяц назад

@@RedsRCVlog Yes sir, you earned a sub from me! Hopefully we will eventually stop getting jerked around by these big companies!

@Papa_Shorty Месяц назад

Man, my ESC and receiver both died on my Bronco less than 10 battery packs. Traxxas electronics are notorious for being trash. It’s almost mandatory to change out the electronics asap. Mine is currently running my old Enduro ESC. I have similar buyers remorse.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I'm learning that this is common and expected.. Not cool Traxxas, NOT COOL 😑

@lelandbrown1675 Месяц назад

Sorry about the truck glad you didn't burn down the sequoias

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Thank you, and I am also glad it wasn't worse, especially because of where I was.

@alexnorthcutt3929 Месяц назад

Dang man that sucks. Not only the cost of the rig but your time for a trip to go crawling. Had to be very frustrating. I hope you get it resolved quickly and back on the trails soon 🤘

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Very disappointing! Thanks for the kind words 🤘🤘

@zachquinlan6877 Месяц назад

Damn that sucks! Makes me feel even better about choosing a Redcat gen8 as my first crawler. I’ve had it over a year and ive only had to replace the castor blocks 🤙 hope Traxxas takes care of you and it gets sorted as quickly as possible👍

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I also have a Gen 8 and absolutely LOVE it! No problems at all so far. Redcat is making some awesome rigs.. Traxxas said I need to use the extended warranty.. I don't think I'm gonna put Traxxas electronics back in it. I'm not sure yet..

@DurpVonFronz Месяц назад

Welcome to the world of Traxass, first upgrade I did to my Defender was get a traxass servo so its compatible with the rig. Then got 2 5800 batteries which are now puffing up :( ... Most likely will never buy another one in this life after the BS they pulled last year. Not sure if you have delved into the world of 24ths just yet but I find them 1000x more fun then the 10ths. Cheaper, capable and highly moddable. Indoor courses are next level fun year round.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Ya man, it's a heck of a welcome 😅. I do dabble in the 24th and 18th scales also. I love them all 😁

@DurpVonFronz Месяц назад

@@RedsRCVlog Yea thats a terrible welcome by Traxass.. lol And that is awesome uve got the Micros. There is just something about that size that is just way more fun then a 10th to me :)

@enigmqtikcs Месяц назад

Hi from France ! Your vid just pop in my feed, sorry for your loss if i can say so :D Got a defender myself 2 months ago and already changed motor esc for a 2in1 HW Fusion pro 2300kv really great. What i would say watching your run is I think you run a bit too much in 2nd gear for slow crawl, and it's really hard on the electronics, it draws a lot of amp cause it need more torque. It's always better to run in 1st with more rev. Or drop a tooth or two for the pinion (got the 9, and my defender is almost 15lb). The spot you were is georgous btw :) Cheers !

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

People have been suggesting the same system, so I'm definitely gonna check it out. Thanks for the info, and I can't believe my video is being shown in France 😊

@DrWebRC Месяц назад

Traxxas tough with Arrma stuff 😅

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

😅 I like that lol

@pandacrawler6x6 Месяц назад

WoW!!! That happens....

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I've been learning it happens a lot with traxxas, actually 🤷‍♂️

@pandacrawler6x6 Месяц назад

HéHéHé yhap! In my TRX6 only the original Traxxas motor still there😂

@OGRadGrow Месяц назад

All RTR electronics are...questionable. it shouldn't be that way for all the money some companies charge. Great video 👍🏾

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Ya it's crazy

@rydekona Месяц назад

I have a 2021 Bronco and a K10, only had to replace the motor in the Bronco so far lucky me. I do agree that stock electronics in a RTR are prone to a quick death, the company all do this makes you buy bigger better upgrades. Make your rig look better than the next guys. We are all victims of it. I have to many rigs and not enough time to drive them all, I sad panda.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Ya, it's a crazy cycle. It's just frustrating sometimes 😅

@CrazyDad226 Месяц назад

Wooo 👍first. Hows it? Stay positive . Nice crawlers . Love the location. Thank you for the therapy time. 😊

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Thanks for all the love brother 💯💚🙏🤙🤙🤙🤙

@markcole6475 Месяц назад

Any and I mean any rc vehicle I buy gets upgraded electronics….my go to combo is the HW fusion SE or pro for crawlers .. I’m just not a fan of any factory electronics….yeah it’s stupid to have to do that but it’s better performance and more reliable.

@Elisplushies360woodierc Месяц назад

Bummer this happened while you were out on vacation wanting to enjoy your new crawler.I had a traxxas slash esc go up in smoke the 3rd day I had it.I installed a new 2s lipo to try in it which was supposed to handle and up in smoke it went. They sent a new one but still sucked it happened. I bought a trx4 bronco about a year ago and had good luck with the stock electronics and also installed a 40g servo and all was fine.It now has a hobbywing 2in1 brushless system which is great in this thing. 👍🏼

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Thanks for the info. Some are now telling me the servo may not have been the problem. I have to send it to Traxxas and see what they say. I'll definitely update when I get it resolved.

@Elisplushies360woodierc Месяц назад

Servo thing doesnt make sense to me also.You should be able to run a stronger servo as long as it’s at 6.2 volts? and not at 7.4v.But then a servo designed to run at 6.2 which is the stock servo and the micros servos in it also would burn out instead of the esc.Just a faulty esc I believe.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

@Elisplushies360woodierc I accidentally put in an 8.4v servo, and the esc max is 6v, so it's possible that was the reason. I'm sending it to Traxxas to see what they say. I'll definitely update when I get the results

@Elisplushies360woodierc Месяц назад

If it’s rated at 8.4 and your esc only puts out 6v the servo will only get what the esc puts out. 6v.If you buy a stronger more torque servo or faster it will provide more torque and speed at 6v. You won’t get the whole benefit of the servo if your esc can’t provide it. If you buy a new esc that can put out 8.4v but your servos can only handle 6.0v then you’ll have to make sure in the esc settings that you set it on 6.0v or the servo will burn out.

@CrazyDad226 Месяц назад

We repair we crawl we break we fix we repeat . Great video.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I'll repair it but not with Traxxas crap 😁

@NatesRCclips Месяц назад

As per usual. I went through 2 before I learned my lesson. 😢🎉

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Sometimes, we have to learn the hard way 😅. Thanks a ton for watching and commenting 💯🙏🤘🤘🤘

@DanBrando Месяц назад

Stay positive

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I sure will try, thanks!

@lowbudgetrc352 Месяц назад

The TRX-4 is a great rig. Well worth the money. Outside of the electronics it’s an extremely durable rig. I have put mine through the wringer for the past five years. I also bought mine, knowing that I was going to be replacing the electronics right away. The best budget set up that I have found is going to be the hobbywing 1080 ESC, HH 27T Trailmaster Sport, quality servo, and a RX/TX that is actually programmable. Me being low budget picking up the Flysky GT3C was a no-brainer. Good luck out there, brother! Keep up the great videos!

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Thanks for the recommendations, and I'll definitely check it out.. I appreciate you watching and commenting. Thanks 💯🤙🤙

@CrazyDad226 Месяц назад

Stay positive and stay blessed. Had my brand new Kyosho USA-1 over 500 had a run away during break inn with new batteries hit a brick wall wide open. I feel your pain brother. ❤😊

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

It just sucks! There is no excuse for Traxxas making and releasing crap electronics with the price tag they have on them 💯💚🤙🤙🤙

@CrazyDad226 Месяц назад

@@RedsRCVlog i no! Thats why i say RTR is not ready to run but ready to replace. I have a brand new nitro slash . It is seized at top dead center. Never been ran. I put 3&1 in so it wouldnt. Went to break it in and turning fly wheel no piston. Tried heat . Oil . Having a time👍👊🏻🙏

@Ry_Ry_Fun Месяц назад

It makes me emotional 💰

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Don't be 😅. Turns out it was caused by a mistake I made, so it's my own fault 😞

@percivale6511 19 дней назад

I hit that Traxxas wall myself! seems like everything on them has to be upgraded or replaced cause they come with cheap components! I went with the Redcat Ascent Fusion instead.

@RedsRCVlog 19 дней назад

I have a Redcat Gen 8 also and have to say that's my favorite 10th scale rig as of now. I would also buy Redcat again before another Traxxas as of now.

@percivale6511 19 дней назад

@@RedsRCVlog That's funny cause I just ordered an Ascent Fusion :)

@RedsRCVlog 19 дней назад

@@percivale6511 That's awesome!

@percivale6511 18 дней назад

@@RedsRCVlog TY! Also, I hope everything turns out well with your TRX4! Check out the Redcat Danchee Ridgerock! I know it's "Toy" grade, BUT! That thing is SICK! and the mods you can do to it are dirt cheap! The performance of that crawler is impressive once you do the cheap mods (Note, you will need 2 cheap amazon servos though cause it has 4wheel steering and the stock servors are garbage)

@RedsRCVlog 18 дней назад

@@percivale6511 I'll definitely look into that! Thanks for the info 🤙🤙

@otonino1199 Месяц назад

I have two I love mine. I’ve had them about a month. My tires did have flat spots they went away. Good luck, my friend.

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I'm sure I'll love it when it's running correctly.. Thanks for watching 🤙🤙

@user-jm4rt1nd8c Месяц назад

I love traxxas brand but their electronics is absolute garbage

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Traxxas makes some nice rigs but definitely needs to step up their electronic game..

@Calvin_Hatch 23 дня назад

I know, why don’t they just team with horizon and do better

@RedsRCVlog 23 дня назад

@@Calvin_Hatch That would be a great idea 💯

@boduke9428 21 день назад

I hate Traxxas brand, their electronics do suck but I do like some of their vehicles. I have had a bunch and currently have 1 Xmaxx and a trx6. Since getting the Vigilante I might not have the Xmaxx much longer. I've had a few, this one in fact came out the box with a dead esc. It never worked once to burn up. It's ran great on a Max 6 with the stock motor. That's about the only parts of the rig that haven't broken, bent, or twisted come to think of it. The TRX line is near bulletproof once you put a decent servo and Fusion in.

@jeremykralt8967 Месяц назад

When you replaced the servo did you put a BEC in? The servo in the last video was an 8v the traxxas ESC is max rated 6v

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

Omg I wasn't advised I had to and did not see that it was 8v.. Holy cow, it was my fault, huh! Thank you soooo much for pointing this out so I can learn from this mistake! I'll definitely be looking into this.. Thank you again 💯🙏

@jeremykralt8967 Месяц назад

@@RedsRCVlog no problem a friend of mine had the exact same situation when he put an over powered servo in. I have been lucky and had the stock electronics for almost two years. Despite that with the pro scale light kit I still get brownouts because that ESC is running right at the edge of its capacity. As soon as anything fails I am replacing it all with a 2 in 1

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I thought it said max was 9.4 or something.. Idk what I read now but I'm definitely looking into it now.. Thanks a ton 💯

@RedsRCVlog Месяц назад

I see the spec says 6 max now that I am looking myself. Thanks for catching that and making me aware!

@jeremykralt8967 Месяц назад

@@RedsRCVlogHappy to help