FMS FCX10 Blazer as You've Never Seen It

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  • Опубликовано: 17 дек 2024

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  • @danweiss1371
    @danweiss1371 3 месяца назад +6

    First off I’ve been a subscriber for quite a while. Because out of all the tiny truck, RUclipsrs, you give the most useful information. And I would just like to personally thank you.
    There is just a wealth of information on your channel.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Thanks, Dan. That's very kind of you to say. All I really want is to be helpful, so it's wonderful to hear it here. Thank you kindly.

  • @Andy_Yates
    @Andy_Yates 3 месяца назад +11

    Impressive to see the shocks and tire combo working so well. If memory serves, it did one or two more problems than* before but the composure it has on the rocks now is greatly improved. A good demonstration of why so many comp oriented people like Pricey's shocks 👍

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Did it really? Huh, I'll have to watch that last video again. Interesting!
      But yes, composure is the new factor with these shocks, they're great!

    • @Andy_Yates
      @Andy_Yates 3 месяца назад +3

      @@RCTNT Sorry I meant more than before lol. Proof reading fail for me today 😅

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Oh right! That makes more sense, I'd expect it to be better now than before! My memory is generally awful for events (good for numbers and tech though, go figure), but yes, this makes much more sense!

  • @echo-hotel
    @echo-hotel 3 месяца назад +1

    This is my favorite channel now!

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      I love your enthusiasm, thank you 😊

  • @rcguss
    @rcguss 3 месяца назад +3

    Good to see some more time spent on the Fcx10 as they are seemingly becoming a more popular and cheaper option than the Trx4.
    It was really interesting to see how the car behaved after installing the better wheels/tires and foams aswell as the Pricey's shocks..what a massive improvement!
    Keep up the great vids 🤘🤘

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Yeah thanks, I'm pretty happy with it now, and not a bit of usual brass has been added!... Yet. A little up front will probably improve it a bit more, but it's rather good as it is now! Cheers

  • @WestyCoastHermit
    @WestyCoastHermit 3 месяца назад +3

    Boy, that's a great looking truck! The shocks, wheels, and tires really improved the looks of the truck. I like the "air downed" look of the tires as well. It looks ready to hit the trails.
    The shocks are amazing. Such an improvement! Plus they look great. Priceys for the Win!
    Thanks a bunch and Take Care!

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Came up nicely, eh! And the impressive thing is it hasn't got a lick of brass under it and yet it's still performing like a boss now. Came up good eh! Cheers

  • @bcochener
    @bcochener 3 месяца назад +4

    That little dig trick on problem 3 was quite nice!

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Just popped up perfectly, didn't it!

  • @TrokaRC
    @TrokaRC 3 месяца назад +2

    Those shocks are something else, really impressive.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Big difference eh!

  • @modernart86
    @modernart86 3 месяца назад +2

    Great vid my dude! Love those forced semi droop shocks! I did that with my scx10.3 100mm shocks with the pen spring forced semi droop mod. Great stuff my dude 👍🏻😁. Of course those pricey’s are fine tuned compared to the hope it works well concept of the pen spring mod.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Haha yes! The pen spring is the budget version, but I understand Pricey tunes for the sprung and unsprung weight while also matching coil lengths for appropriate ride height. It's the same idea, but with experience and skill behind the choices - which is what you're really paying for with these.
      Rock on though, what you've got is still better than most! Cheers

  • @troypostie1252
    @troypostie1252 3 месяца назад +2

    That dig trick was impressive. Well done sir

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Kinda just pulled it off first go, smooth and pro, eh. (The little laugh after that was totally not incredulity and definitely and only confident, self-assurance. Ahem.)

  • @michaeldorich4485
    @michaeldorich4485 3 месяца назад +1

    This is another great video and anyone with one of these trucks needs to watch it. The articulation with the shocks is very impressive. It's a beautiful looking truck. As I was watching this video it struck me that this is like some of the cooking videos. You present a recipe for more success with this crawler. I enjoy your explanation as I do many of the r/c videos. My next comment doesn't mean I don't enjoy listening to you. Your explanations are vital. Many RUclips chefs prepare a recipe or meal with no dialogue, just closed captioning. Would it be possible for any of you r/c RUclipsrs to do a brief build using closed captioning with music on the background? For example, right now Horizon and Tower have Base Camp builders kit on sale for $200. It's probably a stupid idea. Keep up the good work.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for your thoughtful comment. I appreciate it.
      The thing with RUclips is you grow an audience and the algo learns about your video content from how audience interacts with with. Over time, an 'ideal audience' profile is developed and honed. That's great if your videos are consistently a certain style/content/delivery/etc., but then a big change like a long-form, non-verbal build video may be a flop with the majority of that audience. The video doesn't get widely shown and then subsequent videos face a steeper hill to getting decent viewership.
      That said, experiments are worthwhile and I still experiment with different formats and styles semi-regularly. I'll consider doing this for one of the kits I have here, like perhaps the Cross RC EMO XT4 that's been here in a box for entirely too long! Thanks :)

    • @michaeldorich4485
      @michaeldorich4485 3 месяца назад +1

      @@RCTNT I know that one RUclipsr experimented with a different format and subject and lost subscribers. One of my favorite r/c RUclipsrs did a recent video about robotic lawnmower that works like a Roomba. I thought it would be a waste of my time. It was great and he always makes them fun. Some people just don't like change. People are fickle. What shocked me with the cooking videos the lady chef has over a million subscribers. Obviously, you know what works and what doesn't. Senior citizens like myself think they have a lot of good ideas, which is not always true.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      @michaeldorich4485 oh i think it's a great idea. I'll give it a go. Past build videos have not done well, but I've been speaking during them. That might be a worthwhile difference to make, I'll see!

  • @derrickhays3627
    @derrickhays3627 3 месяца назад +2

    I'm with you love the fat tire air down look I have a set of those in 2.2 with the original memory foams they work great, the antenna placement is different in the states it would go on the back bumper, great vid the shocks work a treat. thanks for sharing.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Oh really? Interesting. Yeah it's usually on the front in Australia but that makes sense.
      Fat tire club represent 🤜🤛

  • @bcochener
    @bcochener 3 месяца назад +2

    Looks so good sitting low. And those shocks were doing the trick!

  • @doodlepugg
    @doodlepugg 3 месяца назад +1

    Great update Craig! Interesting to see it with a semi-comp setup!
    I think I'll definitely adopt similar tyres/wheels but maintain the stock suspension for the bouncy long travel look & feel.
    My personal update:
    The truck is an absolute tank. I've put my poor blazer through absolute hell. As has everyone else I've let have a go (poor mechanical sympathy, full speed gear changes etc.) It has survived so many huge tumbles down hills, off rocks, onto rocks, skids on its side to self-right etc.
    It's a shame you couldn't get hold of the FMS brass diff covers, they are brilliant looking and survived every bit of abuse thrown at them. Honestly I think they should be included stock.
    The Achilles heel is definitely the bumpers, especially the rear dragging.
    I've adjusted my light setup so that slight movement on the light swivel switch turns only the front lights on, full movement turns front + rear. I've also added reverse lights as it's all there ready to accept them. I have disconnected the indicators though haha!
    With regards to speed, 7.4v's are bob on for the stock setup and for forest crawling/trailing the drag brake is plenty in low gear.
    Thanks for sharing your development, it's awesome to watch 😎

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      That's a bunch of great info, thanks for taking the time to share that! Glad you're enjoying yours eh!

    • @doodlepugg
      @doodlepugg 3 месяца назад +1

      @@RCTNT I've also got a hefty servo mounted on the chassis with the same linkage. It hasn't negatively affected the steering and it's performing brilliantly.
      After a little more experience across a few different platforms, I appreciate the Blazer more and more. It truly is a tough little beast, plenty capable of a range of driving.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      @doodlepugg nice. Yeah it's well designed, on the whole. I like this car too.

    • @doodlepugg
      @doodlepugg 3 месяца назад +1

      @@RCTNT I'm thinking of getting my boy something to tag along with the blazer - he currently runs an FTX Carnage with a hobbywing ez run kit in it - it's a little bananas but again has survived a LOT of abuse. It's just a little mis-matched when I use the blazer hahaha! I was contemplating the RGT pickup which you did some great things with (pioneer?) I can't think of anything else at that price point which is as tough and capable, any thoughts?

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      @doodlepugg redcat Gen8 v2 would be the other choice, if the price is similar. But the Pioneer is a decent budget rig and modding it is very cheap and rewarding, yes. Maybe also the Axial deadbolt and element Enduro SE.

  • @MrCveedub
    @MrCveedub 3 месяца назад +2

    Nice updates, Craig!

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Thanks, yeah, I'm really liking this rig!

    • @MrCveedub
      @MrCveedub 3 месяца назад +2

      @@RCTNT Mine arrived today! I purchased with all the Fair RC upgrades that came at no extra cost.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      @MrCveedub have fun with it! Great model, I think.

  • @billtruett8593
    @billtruett8593 3 месяца назад +2

    Really nice Craig… I went kinda the other way I did the Traxxas/ slash 12 turn (definitely highway speeds) and went with the TRX4 82034 shocks and the truck amazes me every time I take it out. Oh and it has every option that injora offers.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Haha yes, all that brass will do things to it also. 12 turn?! Blimey! Got a box shaped rocket ship there now eh!

  • @pocketfuloducks1062
    @pocketfuloducks1062 3 месяца назад +1

    Really really good stuff, mate. Thanks as always. 🍻

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

  • @JonCoupe
    @JonCoupe 3 месяца назад +2

    Awesome video mate

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks, it was a fun one to put together 😁

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 3 месяца назад +2

    Super cool appreciate the video. Catch you on the next one.

  • @MysticRiverRC
    @MysticRiverRC 3 месяца назад +1

    I really enjoy these videos. I learn something new in just about every one. And you do a great job of thinking outside the box when it comes to your logistics issues.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thank you for letting me know, I'm glad to be helpful there. Cheers

  • @troysrcchannel5659
    @troysrcchannel5659 3 месяца назад +3

    I'm glad that you like helping us with your print files but I'm afraid that if you give away your insert file someone will steal it and sell it as their own.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      It'll be to their reputational detriment if they claim it as their own, as I'm giving it away.
      But I'm not physically making them, so if someone is printing them for folks who can't do it themselves, I'm not adverse to the idea. It is time and effort to do that, whereas those who can do it themselves will be able do so.
      I should put an attribution clause in on my files so if someone is doing this, the originals are linked on my site. Thanks for the prompt for this idea.
      Wait until I release my comp chassis for free! How long until that's in carbon fibre on AliExpress, lol

    • @troysrcchannel5659
      @troysrcchannel5659 3 месяца назад +2

      @@RCTNT I don't have a 3d printer but my buddy does, I haven't had a need for anything as of yet but then again I'm still kinda new to all this crawling stuff lol.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      There's no rush, and things continue to improve in the hobby. There's never been a better time to get into it! Bottom line, if your current approach makes you happy, you're doing it right 😊

    • @troysrcchannel5659
      @troysrcchannel5659 3 месяца назад +3

      @@RCTNT it's helped me with some of my health issues like weight and blood pressure for sure and it's a lot more fun than I ever thought it would be.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      @troysrcchannel5659 I'm really glad. It's helped me hugely with mental health. Such a great little hobby isn't it

  • @shawnrichardson118
    @shawnrichardson118 3 месяца назад +2

    I really like this truck it’s very nice great build🤘✌️

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Thanks 👍 me too

  • @MAJ_T_Bagger
    @MAJ_T_Bagger 3 месяца назад +1

    I got those same injora bash plates and wasnt stoked with them either so got the fms brass diff lock protectors instead. The other mods you've done here have made a big difference though! Very impressive

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      I'll look into getting the same as you, I think it does need more protection. Otherwise, am very happy with it, yeah!

    • @MAJ_T_Bagger
      @MAJ_T_Bagger 3 месяца назад

      @@RCTNT RUclips keeps removing my replies.. Obama hobby store on ali has the brass protectors

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 3 месяца назад +2

    Super cool I might have to check in for a set of those shocks

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      They're transformative.

  • @stevehudy8609
    @stevehudy8609 3 месяца назад +1

    Top video, i really like the review on the pricey shocks. They work awesome on that rig.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks Steve, they transformed the thing, yeah. Makes you want to run them on your Scale-1 rig, eh!

  • @Fortes_RC_Adv
    @Fortes_RC_Adv 3 месяца назад +2

    Awesome video ❤️‍🔥💯✅️
    Congratulations my friend 💪😉

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks 🔥

  • @nugget8331
    @nugget8331 3 месяца назад +1

    I upgraded my steering servo with a 45kg hobbypark. Been flawless since.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Nice.

  • @muskokamike127
    @muskokamike127 3 месяца назад +1

    Learned me something new today: I never considered shock extension as a limiting factor on axle articulation. One of those things that is staring you right in the face that you don't see. Tomley shows articulation when he's reviewing crawlers but never mentioned the reason is extension not compression.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      Well they're both limiting factors, really. As are link mount points and shock mount points. Axle castor angle too. Easy to understand but can be difficult to get it all in harmony! Pricey's shocks make it a lot easier.

  • @mickeysrccrawl
    @mickeysrccrawl 3 месяца назад +1

    Looking good and good review. I do not know the car vs value contra other brands, but value for your bucks. Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      IMO it's pretty good value, especially compared to the TRX4 - but the Traxxas has preminence as it was the first to do a "full fat" crawler and its drivetrain is very strong.
      The RGT Rescuer was rightfully popular and now yikong have come along with similar offerings too, but the FMS FCX10 here is an excellent choice. Cheers

  • @PercysRc
    @PercysRc 3 месяца назад +1

    Great to see the shocks im gonna try and get them on mine

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Worth it 👍

  • @boombado998
    @boombado998 3 месяца назад +1

    I swaped back to traxxas, its whole another level 😂❤

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      I have 8 or 9 trx4/trx6 vehicles, I definitely get it. But this thing is a worthy choice also.

  • @aaronhouser3711
    @aaronhouser3711 3 месяца назад +1

    FMS offers previous owners a Free interior if you purchased the K10 directly from FMS. I got mine in he mail yesterday. Ships from China.

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Lol yes I went around and around with them on that one.
      Only applies if you bought it in July, they told me. I wasn't able to buy it anyway. Having some issues with buying from them, here in Australia!

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Lol yes I went around and around with them on that one.
      Only applies if you bought it in July, they told me. I wasn't able to buy it anyway. Having some issues with buying from them, here in Australia!

  • @snyperal
    @snyperal 3 месяца назад +2

    Superb ❤

  • @Gibsonlife573
    @Gibsonlife573 2 месяца назад +1

    Damn good job

  • @mauriciodelvalle4648
    @mauriciodelvalle4648 3 месяца назад +1

    Great upgradess... by the way how the TNT chassis 3d print going?

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      Ready to film. Have stalled on the body but I think I'll just release the chassis kits and come back to the body again later.

    • @mauriciodelvalle4648
      @mauriciodelvalle4648 3 месяца назад +2

      @@RCTNT great cannot wait to see it .. are you going to 3d print the body? That will add a lot of weight...

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      I'm working on it, yes. It won't weigh more than other hard bodies do. My 2024 champion rig is half 3D-Printed and it went alright, I'd say 😋

    • @mauriciodelvalle4648
      @mauriciodelvalle4648 3 месяца назад

      @@RCTNT wow amazing

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      If you haven't seen it, have a scroll back through my videos from around April. It's the scx10 III JLU with the 3d printed back end. Has a couple of runs of the national level courses and the outcome with the rig. Was an epic event.
      Here it is: ruclips.net/video/gAfk5glbG48/видео.html

  • @mikestephens2833
    @mikestephens2833 3 месяца назад +1

    Another great vid thanks Craig. In the market for my first 1/10 rtr. This is on my list with element enduro rgt prorunner and rgt pioneer. Which would be your pick? Is there something else i should consider? I currently have an ecx temper and fcx18 K10. I like the k10 better due to the scaleness i think

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      FMS FCX10 K5 Blazer for scale.
      Element RC Ecto for performance (the entire Element range is the Enduro platform, with different front and rear ends, and different bodies and tires).
      RGT Pro Runner for value.
      RGT Pioneer for budget capability.

    • @topqualityfi8216
      @topqualityfi8216 2 месяца назад

      Would you get this or pro runner if you could only choose one? The price is 399 on both for me

    • @topqualityfi8216
      @topqualityfi8216 2 месяца назад

      Oh,i could ecto for 410, so hard to choose witch one would be the perfect first "real rc car" for me

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  2 месяца назад +1

      Ecto is best performer, though more basic in features and body than the others. It's the best technical crawler.
      FMS if you like remotely lockable diffs and/or the style of body better. Great value for money.
      Pro Runner if you like the body better and prefer straight axles. Quite a tough car, too.

  • @JamesDirtRC
    @JamesDirtRC 3 месяца назад +1

    Top notch Mate. :)

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      🙏

  • @Br0rB
    @Br0rB 3 месяца назад +2

    That FMS looks so nice, both in looks and in functionality. I dare say it's on the list of rigs I want, but don't have room for. ;)
    Kinda funny to see you working on that Injora GMade clone, as I just started building one, in the same colour, last night. Have only built the cage and installed a gearbox and motor so far. :)

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +2

      The FCX10 is good in stock form, but the tire/foam/wheel plus Pricey's shocks combo is killer. The rig is really, really good. I haven't added the 50-70g of brass it probably needs up front but really, that's about all it wants and the project will be complete. Long time keeper and driver. Brilliant.
      The R1 clone is very good. Very, very good. More to come on that front, but Capra axles, 5.4" Boggers or similar and Pricey's shocks add up to something ridiculously capable. Loving this thing every time I drive it!

    • @Br0rB
      @Br0rB 3 месяца назад +2

      Yeah, I have some Capra axles for it as well, with some brass, and some long Desert Lizard shocks, or some of the fake dravtechs. 2low gearbox, Fusion SE and some other goodies. ☺️

  • @rayurena3789
    @rayurena3789 2 месяца назад +1

    Would you be able to do a review on the new New RGT EX86170 PRO 1/10 brushless

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  2 месяца назад +1

      You bet. It's coming!

    • @rayurena3789
      @rayurena3789 2 месяца назад

      Awesome!! Thanks!

  • @JamesDirtRC
    @JamesDirtRC 3 месяца назад +1

    I want one for my First bigger RC. Thing looks huge LOL

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад

      It's a standard 1/10 crawler but it's a great size for general fun, yeah 😎

  • @speckledjim_
    @speckledjim_ 3 месяца назад +1

    What is the best crawler IYO that you can buy for ~ $300

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Depends what you want from it, really. There are some awesome used deals that come up from time to time in the local trading groups.
      Element Ecto is a performer.
      FMS FCX10 K5 Blazer is a worthy scale trail rig, as is the Redcat Gen8 v2.
      Part of the problem is I don't know what's good in USA for USD. American brands are expensive in Australia, while Chinese brands are really quite attractive. The RGT Rescuer, for example, is a brilliant rig.
      But if the budget is about AUD$550/USD$300, the Ecto is still the way to go. If it sells for that kind of money new in USA, grab one. If in Australia, wait for an ebay 17% off sale and you'll get one on budget then.

    • @speckledjim_
      @speckledjim_ 3 месяца назад +1

      @RCTNT I'm in the UK, my last few crawler purchases have all been FTX. I'm impressed with they're latest Outback models - Trooper, Centaur & Tracker. Theres a few Vanquish models that tickles my fancy but they're outside my budget at the moment. I'm currently looking at the Cross FR4 kit, looks v nice

  • @tuukka518
    @tuukka518 Месяц назад +1

    How about adding a winch?

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  Месяц назад +1

      It can be done, though you'll need to be creative with mounting. If you look at my Traxxas Long Arm Lift Kit video you can see one way of getting a winch mounted on a shallow bumper with minimal room.
      For this rig I think maybe a servo winch would be the way to go. Then you just need a fairlead on the front and you're done.

  • @dogtownfilms1976
    @dogtownfilms1976 3 месяца назад +1

    Broda, top this vídeo. You search bronze for this car?

    • @RCTNT
      @RCTNT  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks. I know there's plenty of brass available for it, but I wanted to show how performance can be improved in ways other than adding a bunch of mass (though a little on the knuckles would help it some more, I agree). Cheers

    • @dogtownfilms1976
      @dogtownfilms1976 3 месяца назад +1

      @@RCTNT 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @meirdeaph
    @meirdeaph 3 месяца назад +1

    👍

  • @ConstanceDylan-f5d
    @ConstanceDylan-f5d 3 месяца назад

    15409 Lockman Underpass

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