We used to have to mount our steering servos with double sided sticky tape I wouldn't be bothered by not having the cage at all, that's normal where I come from. In the late 80's people got into racing pan cars indoors on carpet tracks, the flat graphite chassis was a good platform for tape for anything, but the steering servo was always breaking free. Nobody wanted to drill holes their expensive chassis. I think you did exactly what you should have done.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Yeah using foam tape definitely isn’t nearly as secure

You did the right thing by getting rid of the cage. I’ve been tinkering with RCs for a long time and whenever you’re modifying things, you’ll run into these types of problems… you just have to get creative which you did. Dremels come in handy.

@RCKnockout

3 ай бұрын

You’re right….it seems pretty often that upgrade parts don’t work with one another…it’s just one of those things you have to deal with when upgrading…..dremels definitely come in handy lol 😂

Thanks for this video!!! This answered a very specific question for me with using the SW4 mount on the Copperhead. Super helpful.

@RCKnockout

4 ай бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

I blew up my esc on my speed run slash 4x4 last week, went to the hobby shop and the guy recommended the copperhead combo, havnt been convinced to buy it yet this review just made up my mind

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a bummer man…..keep in mind I haven’t released a test video yet….hopefully it’ll all work out

This is cool.😎 I've just bought a motor/esc-combo from Hobbywing to fit in my stock 4x4 Slash myself.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I’ve had good luck with the Hobbywing power systems

I have the 2400 kv mamba max sct pro set. My esc finally went. They were bad in snow /wet. 11 years strong. Motor still good.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

That’s super impressive! 😎

Tip!! If you have to use double side sticky tape don't use foam . Use the clear stuff clean with alcohol an wont come off In mud an water. If you buy in store instead of hobby shop it's called vhb tape. It's the same as hobby shop except you get a whole roll instead of 1/4 roll for same price. Great video

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video! Thanks for the tip 👍😉

I love the vids where you do cool upgrades

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it man!

Nice. Yes sometimes its pain to fit other electronics😬😎 good job.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah this one was definitely a pain lol

Cool, I'm now planning on buying the Mamba X with 1412 3200KV 5mm shaft combo for my LCG Ultimate Slash 4x4 build and also converting it into a current ultimate edition Slash. I also have the copperhead 10 esc with a 1415 2400KV motor combo in my Hoss and it does long wheelies on demand.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

That’s Awesome man!

Nice. Was looking at that same motor for mine. I still don't like that double sided tape though but it works. That's all that matters.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

True….I recommend buying the 5mm shaft motor…..I broke the smaller bore motor shaft

Just got my slash 4x4 and was going easy on it by just ripping it sound my yard and on the street, no jumps or anything, and a driveshaft just snapped from driving it, traxxas really needs to improve these

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the driveshafts are definitely a weak point….you could loosen the slipper a little bit….I like to have mine 1/2 to 3/4 turn out from fully tight

Awesome channel

Theres a reducer sleeve 5mm to 3mm fir the pinion gear.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I used one of those…but I ended up breaking the motor shaft….I recommend the 5mm shaft motor to start with

Wish you showed the wiring not sure where to plug in the fan for the esc

I have put the larger 1415 2400kv motor into Slash 4x4 trucks for about ten years. I never used a cage. Get creative and it will work.

Excellent video

@RCKnockout

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I noticed your still running the Hcg chassis when you installed this. I believe the cage only works on the lcg chassis.

just want to say thank you. not many people are showing themselves installing parts anymore or the problems they come across while doing so. great video! i enjoy seeing the work being put into modifying the Rc Vehicle. Keep the vehicles coming in gained my sub.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed it!

U couldn't run the sensor harness under the rpm base plate??right away at the end of the motor and then pop it back out of the opposite side!? it appears to be that way!! Idk!?

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe…..I don’t think I wanna run the chance of crushing the wire though

you did good bro.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great choice on the sensored combo! I've wanted to see how this system works out in a slash for a while now, this should be the coverage I'm looking for. Thanks!

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

No problem…..hopefully you’ll find it helpful

@justinvess9667

2 жыл бұрын

How do you think a slate 2850kv system would work

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@justinvess9667 not sure…never had any experience with that system

@justinvess9667

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout ok thanks I have it on my crawler thought about swapping it over lol

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@justinvess9667 oh gotcha….if it’s for a crawler it’s probably not gonna work great for a short course truck….I could be wrong though

Exited to see this, my next rc is the slash 4wd , my trx-4 is on the bench with stripped gears, and a bad rear differential, waiting on parts, Tuesday! Been running my redcat ridgerock danchee custom build, do we ever have all our rcs properly working at the same time? I seem to always have at least one on the bench, take care stay safe thanks for the vid! Excited to see this man!

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I think I can agree that I never have all of mine in running condition all at the same time anyways lol

Don’t know if you will see this comment but I’m trying to get in to the hobby and build a slash on the motor I seen there is a 5mm and 1/8” is there a big difference ?

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Yeah there is a pretty big difference….1/8 is a 3.175mm compared to a 5mm….I’d definitely go with the 5mm shaft….I broke the smaller shaft already

You can move reciever box to the front above dif.

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

That’s true

And there are aftermarket sleeves that fit inside the 5mm CB pinions to reduce.it.to 3.75 !! 😉

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve used the sleeves before

Liking your videos bro...new sub.👍🏼

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

what do you think is the best basher for 400$ ? it will be mostly on road and on grass. maybe some gravel.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

The Traxxas Slash 4x4 would definitely be one to look at in that price range

I feel so bad for those tires. 😱 Rpm bumper and wheelie bar is next upgrade 🤭

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

They’re gonna be put to the test

I just ordered the copperhead 1406 -4600 kv motor but I’m just getting into the hobby what’s the difference in kv will this be to much for my 2wd slash

@RCKnockout

7 ай бұрын

Higher the KV….the higher the RPM….so if the KV is higher you’ll wanna run a smaller pinion….Lower the KV the bigger pinion you’ll wanna run to get the same performance….you’ll wanna run a small pinion with that KV though

looks pretty sick, Can’t wait to see how smooth that motor performs and the power it’s gonna put down!! Great vid as always! Also I was wondering how long do you usually leave your lipo’s charged? I wanna run my rc after work like you but I’m pretty new and a little scared to leave it charged for more than an hour haha

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Since I travel….I don’t always have good opportunities to charge…..so I’ll leave them fully charged for 2-3 days sometimes before I can use them…it might lower the lipos lifespan but it’s kinda what I gotta do

@mango_juul_pod8324

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockoutvery helpful I figured I was playing too safe but I wanted to know from experience lol thanks!

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@mango_juul_pod8324 no problem 😉

@McNewMotoTech

2 жыл бұрын

I often times will go several days and then forget and go weeks at a time, balance charge your batteries! they will be fine. get a lipo bag for your car so youre not worried about them catching on fire while youre working ha

👍

Nice i made mine 6s years ago just need a bandit receiver box you can move it by the front body mounts...

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

So you mounted the esc where the receiver was?

@thomasdowneyjr.4162

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout yes i did

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@thomasdowneyjr.4162 did you mount it on some sort of platform?

@thomasdowneyjr.4162

2 жыл бұрын

The bandit box just screws on the front on the screw holes by the front body mounts

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@thomasdowneyjr.4162 Sorry…..I meant the esc?

the esc is good . im using this setup on my trx4 and i love the smart sense crawl . but i do not like the motor is not water proof . i took mine threw some water , and the sensing system in the motor started acting up . after driving it for a bit , it got back to normal , but i still do not like the motor is not water proof , when im a crawler , and i love going threw some water .

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting….so it’a probably getting in where the sensor wire plugs into the back of the can?

@rueagonvyceratops2879

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout that what im thinking , so im going to look for some kind of spray on water proofing spray , take the back off , and give it a good spray , to water proof the electronics in the motor , because i do a lot of crawling and i see water im , im like a lab , i need to run in it or threw it . So i hope i can find some water proofing spray . i have the castle 2850 sense-rd brush less combo.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@rueagonvyceratops2879 I gotcha……yeah I know I’ve had issues with Sensored brushless motors in the past…..I don’t know if it’s just the sensor wire getting loose or moisture getting in but the thing starts having major cogging problems

@rueagonvyceratops2879

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout im 100% sure its the water getting on the senserd board in the senserd brushless motors cause it to short out , and act like the senser is confused on what direction to turn the motor for the smooth senserd power out put

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@rueagonvyceratops2879 yeah exactly….that makes sense

Really cool, I actually put in a similar setup on my slash yesterday. Only difference being, that i went with the 3800kv. Curious to see what your motor temps are with 4s. The 3800kv with 3s runs REAL warm on anything above stock gearing. Might make the switch to 3200 4s if you don't have any issues.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome man! Yeah we will have to see how this one runs…..how’d you mount up your esc?

@BrandonAnsara

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockoutI bought the same rpm sidewinder mount. Not sure why, but the lcg chassis doesn't have the same space issue. I didn't like how it stretched out the mount. So I ended up cutting the back and right sides off and then taped the ESC to the bottom rpm plate. Only cut off those two sides so I could still use the switch mount.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonAnsara I gotcha….so you could have fit the esc mount and the motor in yours?

@BrandonAnsara

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout Yeah, plenty of space with the lcg chassis. There's a little over a quarter of an inch between the back of the motor and the screw post.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonAnsara thanks for the info…..that’s pretty surprising actually

So I have a question, when you ordered the castle combo did you have the option to have the battery connectors already installed? I’m trying to order one myself and I’m not the best a soldering and was hoping I could pay a bit more just to have my preferred connectors on it. Thanks!

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I was able to find mine on EBay with the connector pre-soldered on…hopefully that helps!

@woodsyrc888_

Жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout I gotcha thank you!

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

@@woodsyrc888_ your welcome!

@Captain_Yodelstein

Жыл бұрын

Just keep practicing your soldering skills. Use small bits of wire and get good at tinning them. Once you get good at that, the rest is easy. Make sure the wire is clean, and don't be afraid of putting heat into it.

Is the cooperhead 10 is better than max10 sct?

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

Don’t know…..

Seems you could have just swapped the location of the plate and cage with the electronics housing part. Mounting holes looks similar.

How did u get the esc connector? U didn’t have to solder

@RCKnockout

7 ай бұрын

I think I found a place on EBay that sold it pre-soldered

@jozy5154

7 ай бұрын

@@RCKnockout the main supply companies don’t have them in stock? Connectors already soldered on?

@RCKnockout

7 ай бұрын

@@jozy5154 that was a couple years ago…so it very well might not be available anymore

Lmao🤣 I just watched your driveshaft video and I just went through four driveshafts

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

4 of the steel driveshafts?

Damn I wasn't right with the 4s Max10, Castle makes great products though 👌

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Decided to try something different….I think this is only the 2nd or 3rd Castle esc I’ve ever run…most of the time when I upgrade I put in some sort of Hobbywing esc

@keaginm2791

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout Me too, I've got 2 max10 combos and only 1 Castle esc. The Castle works great for me tho, tons of power (it's a Mamba Monster X 6s)

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@keaginm2791 nice man! I think I’m also running that esc in one of my rcs as well

Great video! You should do a giveaway on the Traxxas esc 🤷 that would be awesome 👍😎

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I could but I’ve always got other projects that the Traxxas esc could be used for

@andrewsanchez6747

2 жыл бұрын

That's cool man. Just thought I'd give some ideas for the channel. Love watching your vids keep them coming!💯🤟🏼

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewsanchez6747 appreciate it man! 😉

@andrewsanchez6747

2 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍🏼

Why did you not clean your truck up better before making the video? All that dirt will shorten the life of your model. Otherwise great video. Also, the clip you ran the sensor wire under is actually for your unruly motor wires😅

@RCKnockout

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it….I’m not worried about a bit of dirt honestly…..I’ve sunk this thing in water and mud like no other….I’d still consider it clean enough to work on….the sensor wire under the shock tower?

Instead of double stick tape, have you thought of 3M dual lock?

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

What is that?

You sound a lot like ChrisFix lol, great vid tho

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed it!

Did the esc calibrate fine? I installed mine and it will not calibrate

@RCKnockout

7 ай бұрын

Yeah mine calibrated fine

@evancote3833

7 ай бұрын

Had to get a new receiver and radio. The tsm in the traxxas receiver wasn’t allowing the esc to calibrate

@RCKnockout

7 ай бұрын

@@evancote3833 that’s a bummer….glad you got it figured out though 👍😉

How much was the motor and esc?

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

I think the motor was a little under $100 and the esc was $140…..that was with the plug presoldered though….I think it goes for around $120 otherwise

Have a question what is the cheapest Electronics you can put in a two-wheel drive stampede

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

I have no clue what the cheapest out there would be…..probably something off of Amazon

@rcchannel8307

2 жыл бұрын

I need everything aside the motor and tires and Chassis and cover

@rcchannel8307

2 жыл бұрын

I have a $140 to spend

@rcchannel8307

2 жыл бұрын

If I need to save up more I can out of my spending money allowance

@rcchannel8307

2 жыл бұрын

I'm in North Dakota

You won't use any of that stuff on the esc for bashing. I have a mamba x in my sc5m I race with and the only thing I use is the torque control so I don't blow the tires off out of a turn. I was running a sw4 and it did the same. Bashing you want full bore haha. 100 percent or nothing haha

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

That’s true…..I just kept the settings simple

You could have adjusted the motor where it does squeeze the sensor harness

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Why would I want to squeeze the sensor harness?

Ehhhh broooo u should have a free coupon for a usb link with the esc!!!!! U didn't need to buy one!! 😆

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

I never saw any coupon with it

Nice video, but why didn’t you spend the extra $5.00 and get that motor with a 5mm shaft?

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t realize that was an option

@lwinter69

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure it’ll be fine. I just thought I would let you know about that. Research and more research.

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@lwinter69 thanks for looking out

Heavy duty double sided tape

you can replace that bearing then have a spare motor

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

That’s probably true 👍😉

@jebrc

2 жыл бұрын

@@RCKnockout ive done a few over the years

@RCKnockout

2 жыл бұрын

@@jebrc I’ve only tried it once….but failed immediately…..not sure if it’s special bearings that need to be used for the motor or not

A 1415 can will fit homie lol

@RCKnockout

Жыл бұрын

I run a much bigger motor now…..2100kv

If you're just going to repair it to take it out and bash/trash it, couldn't you just buy a new Slash for less money than the upgrades?

frusrats pissedoff

i can tell by your voice that your really frustaded.