Great assembly presentation. I really appreciate the soft voice tone and the lack of background music. It "comes across" with the level of excellence that your talent is worthy of.

@Grim0954

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking exactly the same thing. That Talbot always sounds like he's hopped up on caffeine. 🤣

Thank you for not using any music in this video. Just the voice over was so much better. Much more enjoyable to watch. 👍

For what its worth Gavin, this video without any backing music and subtle commentary just seemed to ooze quality. It just seemed a level above in terms of professionalism. I appreciate Im just one guy, but thats just my opinion. Great video!

I love the format of your build videos. Very informative and very relaxing. Also your camera work and transitions are top notch! Keep it up Gav. Big fan!

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

The buggy was designed and built when tracks were all dirt. Some flex in the chassis was desirable. Thats why it doesn't have a big top deck.

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

It’s got loads of flex lol

GLORIOUS

Nice in-depth build of an intriguing buggy, thanks!

I didn't think that I could drool for 23 minutes 😮

What a fun looking build!! I had one of these as a kid! I traded a friend for the YZ-10 roller chassis for my Losi JRXT and a Losi MTM (i believe it was a 19 turn 'modified) motor. One of the coolest cars I ever owned!!

@bryanobrien2726

6 ай бұрын

The JRX2 and Team Associated YZ10 were my first two cars . I still own both .

dream car

Junior used to race the dog fighter back in the 80s? That one looks more modern I really like that car

I hope they rere the 834b next

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Time will tell

im also interested to see the weight balance with the battery on one side, as the original use saddle packs, and the motor doesnt look that offset. Cant wait to watch the next video!!

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Really the battery needs to go on the other side as currently it sits on the same side as the motor.

Nice build Gavin, like usually, well done!

I absolutely loved building mine such good quality and super straightforward to build👍

Maybe look at a full size servo for this car, I fitted my normal reefs 299 and the wire position fouled with the servo mount. I made it work but something to consider

I've got mine all layed out . Didn't realize how difficult body paint was going to be .

The old stuff is so simple

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Said no XLS owner ever lol 😜

got mine two week ago. a 35 years dream came true =)

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Congratulations

Very nice build video, it was like building mine all Over again watching that ;) I’ve spoken to a few racers and they think the transmission will hold up to 10.5 brushless motor no problem. Some of them run there OG versions like this. Think yokomo are just protecting themselves a bit. Look forward to the finished article ;)

Awesome build video. When this kit was first announced I was 😮 on how much it cost and thought about not getting it for my collection…then it hit me, I paid about that much for my 2011 Avante, that’s still waiting to be built. Another great video Gav! Can’t wait to see this on Noob goes racing!

Thank you for making the effort to make this video. Very enjoyable IMO. No disturbing music and real wrenching 😊. I would like to build one of these but the price is too much especially because you need 3 Tamiya tool sets 0:12 😂

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

LOL true. I purchased one years ago, picked up a second set as the first had started to round off due to so much use and the third set was a gift not that long ago.

Beautiful kit and build 😊 wow.. Pete

Nice Gav. Enjoyed watching the build. Now, as far as pain in the bot bot goes, I see your Schumacher, and raise you one TRF501x. The best tip for working on one of those at the track (driveline wise), don't!

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

LOL Nothing like designing a race buggy and making it complicated to work on 👍🏻

Nice build gavs but the way you put threadlock in the rear bulkhead block was way too much, hope you do not need to remove those bolts!

This car looks like the cars from the RC Grand prix game for the Sega master system 😄👍sweet

Love it Gavin!

Thank you for another great video! Gorgeous buggy. I think I am going to hold off building my kit until I see what is available in terms of 3rd party upgrades.

What a beautiful buggy ❤

I nearly got one of these, Gavin. Thing is, it's almost $500 usd. Crazy sauce!!

@MrSneakyGunz

Ай бұрын

😆 🤣 I broke down and bought two. Lmao... after complaining about the cost of one. 😅 I was very inspired by your nod to Misami(Looks fabulous). Thank you, Sir! I'll certainly build one of these and do a Misami/RcKicks inspired 870c.

Thank you ….😎🦾

I wouldn't bother changing shocks out. Putting a bigger sock body is going to give you even less travel. I'd just keep the yokomo shocks

@RCKickschannel

3 ай бұрын

Piston length is also longer as is the piston bore size

Well, where's the background music ? 😂 Awesome build and hats off to you for running this car. It's incredible how "simple" it is when you compare to the other 4WD of that era 😮 Can't wait to see the body 😊

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Coming soon!

Dang! Now i have to buy one too- you just cost me 500 usd Gavin! 😂👍

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

LOL, most welcome ;)

Is the car balance ok? It originally used a saddle pack and both the motor and battery are on the same side.

@RCKickschannel

3 ай бұрын

I changed chassis to fix the battery location issue. I did an upgrade video on the show

@eco8gator

3 ай бұрын

@@RCKickschannel I'll check it out

That does look like a really nice build, went together very well. I still think it's a bit too expensive, but if I had the cash I would be tempted.....

What a fantastic build video - almost sold of this if I could justify the cost 🤷🏼‍♂️

For colour go hot pink, I think it’d really pop

If you use a lot e-clips you can get tool for that. I used one once it was awesome.

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Yep the e clip tool helps.

Can’t wait to start mine! What is that tool you use to push in the ball joints? Looks useful … I ruined the rose joints on my cougar classic just using pliers and had to order more😢

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Shock pliers

Broke down and preordered one.

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Well worth building this one.

Gavin, awesome video! One of your best! When did you get the side cutters / snips and what make / model are they? Luke

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 👍🏻. Snips are a gift from an RcKicks viewer and are from XURIN corp, a US company.

@steveparker9361

5 ай бұрын

​@RCKickschannel * Xuron - I have a pair, they're really good

I think you could build this in the time it takes just to get the diffs out of most cars 😂 one thing to watch out for reg servo’s. Make sure the wires dont exit where the alloy brace is. I fitted a short one as it comes out in the whole 👍

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Thanks, I will check :)

Can you tell me where the aftermarket top decks are available please?

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Lightning Components. You can find them on Facebook. Say hi from me if you Message them

Beautiful buggy but for it's simplicity its very Expensive.

Masterfully done. Quick question, I'm building mine and on page 9 when building the rear suspension arms it says to use the "Right" steering block on the left side when building the rear left suspension arm. Am I reading that correct? Basically flipping them around. Thanks.

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Yes on the rear, right is left and left is right. Page 9 top left diagram. “Steering block R” text above FRONT in the middle of the page “Assemble the right in the same way”.

@RCRetro

6 ай бұрын

@@RCKickschannel thanks. I needed reassurance lol

Great video. After a 30 year hiatus I’m about to start building one of these. Do you have links to where I could purchase some of the tools you used in the video? Things like the shock stand, pliers, screwdrivers, grease etc…

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t use my tool collection as a starting point, I have a load of old junk tools I just had when I started out and for some reason haven’t replaced lol. if you will be building Tamiya, Kyosho or any kit using hex, the Tamiya tool set is a good start for not a load of money. I have a discount code from a channel sponsor so it can save you 5% off everything and free UK shipping rochesterrc.uk/link/1503 I would come and join the “Just for RCKicks” Facebook page as it’s a great place to ask all kinds of questions on all things RC. 👍🏻

Top model😍😍 but 530€ IS to mush !!😭

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Yep it feels expensive but I try to forget about it as I love it

Quite a detailed build, thanks but this Yokomo just leaves me a a bit cold perhaps it is because I'm such a massive Yokomo nerd and the 870c was my first serious buggy - I'm going to give this a pass unless the price comes down. #Nerdfact you needed to remove the front tower to access the diffs on the original and works models, they made the towers taller which seems odd as the shocks are also shorter.

Compared ro the materials used in the 87 mid to me the yokomo is about £150 over priced which it is in Japan guess yokomo are subject to to the same issue as tamiya with massive price difference between Japan and Europe funny how kysoho are simaler priced both in Japan and Europe guess the importers are making a nice slice of the pie

Do you think taking 2 of the bevel gears out of the diff really makes a difference? Most people would notice and it could actually unbalance the rotation of the diff

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

As far as I was told, it’s to improve the rotation in corners. I had my B6.4 like this and it never gave me and vibration issues. My driving isn’t good enough and I never run comparisons at a track to really see.

@leehurst6922

6 ай бұрын

👍👍

Def easier to watch without the strange music

7:55 No Locktite?

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Na, you just don't see everything.

1:40 bulkheads appeared to be made of sintered aluminum powder

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

How strong is that?

@surfaceenergy

6 ай бұрын

@@RCKickschannel Power tool makers (Dewalt, Milwaukee, etc) have been using powdered metal for the cases and gears for a few years. I don't think a powdered metal piece would be as strong as one made of machined billet aluminum, but don't quote me on that.

@markbruton-young9228

6 ай бұрын

Bulkheads shouldn’t be any different to the old magnesium ones they were strong enough.

@briana2137

6 ай бұрын

@@markbruton-young9228 The magnesium bulkheads were very light but brittle. The tabs where the shock towers mount would snap off. RPM made plastic bulkheads that were bulletproof back then.

@markbruton-young9228

6 ай бұрын

@@briana2137 I disagree, I never broke a bulkhead in my time of ownership. I did break the shock towers, and std shocks were plain rubbish

Finding hybrid ceramic flanged bearings shouldn't be a problem according to google.

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

Cool thanks, I’ll order a few

You really need to buy a full set of proper tools mate. Everytime I see ya holding nuts with pliers I wanna jump out the window 🙈🙉😫😂

@RCKickschannel

6 ай бұрын

MIP are working on it, watch this space :)

@stackitwithbricks7103

6 ай бұрын

@@RCKickschannel nice, MIP is a very good choice 😜