I'm not gonna lie as it looks really nice and definitely digging that orange color but for over $800 just for a kit,I would like to see more metal parts on that thing,mainly the wheels.
@@the-drifter-4242 all redcat gen 8’s have plastic beadlock rims even the 500$ axes. when i got my axe i went back to the hobby store the next day n bought aluminum rims, it’s the only thing i’ve done to it so far lol
And the 2020 rig wars begin :) love it ...... and yes the Bronco is coming back in a couple of weeks to compete with the Jeep Rubicon the best i can tell. Can’t wait for that to come to 1/10 scale.
Excellent video. You cleared up questions I had about this model right away. You just sold one of these trucks, I will order it as soon as I can beg my wife out of the money.
Heck yeah Old Geezer. Happy we could show off the truck for you and provide some info. It is quite the combination of materials and engineering. -Brett
When you made your first couple videos of the Wraith, I fell in love with the truck. I wanted one so bad back then I was only probably 12 years old. I have always wanted one and looking forward to getting one next summer.
Hmm. I really appreciate what they've done with this truck but I guess I'm a little too cheap. I've been driving a 900$ Cherokee for a year now so it's tough to justify lol
It would be awesome to work at a Hobby shop like Amian. I cant even imagine what the store is like. I bet it is huge. 53 years old and now disabled. I never been in a real RC hobby shop. I have a lot of time and need a good hobby like this. so expensive tho it is not in my budget. I mean i could maintain an RC truck I just can't afford to buy one.
Start a business doing crawler maintenance. I started my Rc Crawler maintenance business 10 years ago. Today we employ 5 fulltime staff. 3 are qualified mechanics by trade and two are engineers by trade. We have lathes and machine shop tooling within our workshop, we do everything from pre sale inspections of rc crawlers, to full strip down and rebuilds of diffs and transmissions. We also have branched out into modification work making one off bumpers, guards and all technical parts that take our customers crawlers to the next level. All our rebuild work comes with 2 year warranty of which we have had no returns. Our mechanics do all of the tear downs and rebuilds whilst our engineers fabricate specialist parts. We have just acquired an auto electrician to rewire the crawlers to competition specs. We cover all brands from traxxas thru to the not so popular brands also.
I still think it is more enjoyable to build this truck over time then simply buying it as one unit and having very little to upgrade. That said the vanquish VS 4 10 is as good as it gets
I know, right! But the truck contains so many premium items, like the portal axles that retail for $500 by themselves, that the wheels help keep the overall price down. The aluminum wheels would have been nice, but you have to imagine that the guys who buy this truck probably already own their favorite aluminum wheels, which they could fit on the Ultra. -Brett
mike grant i know right, just buy the axles and put them in a SCX, crossRC, RC4WD and so on chassis, they even went cheap on the transmission. No motor and no servo, here in NZ the old "pro" model, they cost $1500 plus electronics, that's the price of 4 SCX build kits. The moment you realize this video is an ad for vanquish.
Nice detailed info about the Ultra. Still happy with my recent Pro purchase. Will probably build an Ultra for my wife...to give her portals. For me, the Pro was the best build ever; so, looking forward to putting together an Ultra.
Buy the Ultra for the Wife!? I think you deserve husband of the year. With a Pro and an Ultra out on the trail, you two are going to have fun! Thanks for comment Bill! -Brett
@@billderas3420 it sounds like your wife has you on a tight leash man. Feel bad for you. Thankfully my wife "doesnt let me play " dammit!! I do it at my own choosing because I am grown. Or am I ???
Expensive yes but considering your getting $500 axles it’s not a bad price if you’re really into crawling. Don’t think I’d ever pony up the $$ for one though.
These are not SO much better to justify the quantum leap in price. You talking like 1.4k and thats going cheap. No fucking way. Trx4 sport litte tweaking to the ride highy and a 25 $ servo Far below $500 and im telling you with a decent drive er you're going to be right there close. The stock body hangs but chopping moding it would.
Haven't been in the army game very long but $750 for a roller and you also have to buy a special tool just to change the tires I don't see the value in that at all.
Not seeing $800 here, and honestly, I would be more interested if the axles were delrin or slick nylon, or even steel, Aluminum is like glue sticking to rocks. They are half way there with the plastic wheels, why not swallow your pride and finally do a plastic axle. Hell, I would rather see aluminum wheels with plastic axles for $500.
i bought the vs4 10 ultra brand new factory sealed and it doesnt say anywhere that it comes with that 8mm nut driver he said, he also pictured the wrong f9 currie axles at the beginning.. how much of this video is even real?
Shoot, not sure. May have been a lack in interest, or they sold out, or maybe some components have been discontinued. Not really sure. Here are our new coupon codes if you're looking for new gear: www.amainhobbies.com/discount-coupon-code -Brett
Vanquish sent us the truck for photos and to allow us to make this video. The truck was assembled and painted, just as you see it, when we received it. Unfortunately we are unable to drive the truck and it must be returned. -Brett
Unfortunately, not a whole lot other than to dispose of it safely. If you can't bring it back, I would follow this disposal method (from the ProTek LiPo Manual): "Submerge the battery into a bucket or tub of salt water. This container should have a lid, but it does not need to be air-tight. Prepare a plastic container (do not use metal) of cold water, and mix in ½ cup of salt per gallon of water. Drop the battery into the salt water. Allow the battery to remain in the tub of salt water for at least 2 weeks. This salt bath will neutralize any remaining power in the battery. Once complete, remove the LiPo and wrap it in newspaper or paper towels, and recycle it at your newest electronics recycle point." Sorry to hear this happened man, but I hope this helps you. -Brett
@@trystanmarshall1867 Your original question stated your battery "does not balance properly." This means something very different than a battery that is "slightly out of balance." A battery that is slightly out of balance, can be balanced, and thusly saved. A battery that "does not balance properly," cannot be balanced, and thusly, cannot not saved. Do you understand the difference? AMain Hobbies does not recommend using any LiPo battery if the cells are not balanced - period. -Brett
Sorry but those portal axles are ugly, straight axles would look better and for a company known for their epic scale machined wheels sells all their kits with plastic wheels at that price is ridiculous. There's no way I'd pay that much for a mostly plastic roller with axles that are that ugly. Thanks but no thanks, I'd rather add a couple h
Good grief, 850 plus the electronics that'll probably set you back another 300 maybe more depending on if you're going for quality! This is some hardcore s***
Can you imagine inventing something one day, only to have it stolen and copied, while receiving no credit for your design, work or patent? Counterfeit products do more harm than good, doesn't matter if it's Food, Medication, Automotive Parts, or even R/C Cars. -Brett
@@AMain_HobbiesWill still purchase said Chinese knock offs if they're better value for the money. As a consumer I don't care about the company going bust, I care only for real capitalist market forces driving up quality and down cost. Companies with near monopolies over niche corners of already niche hobby drive up the price to unsustainable levels. Especially when conniving unscrupulous businesses are granted patents for things that already exist in full scale.
Most R/C companies started in a garage. These aren't huge businesses and there are no monopolies. This truck isn't even necessary to enjoy the hobby. When the day comes that all body clips are manufactured under one umbrella and cost $50 each, I'll agree with you. But until then, different strokes for different folks my friend. -Brett
We are one part of the problem. We buy knock off china brands, if we supported real brands they could easily keep the price down. On a side note, i am a china knock off buyer 😅.
I simply can not see spending a grand or more on a tiny truck. Not worth it to me at all. I can find a LOT more things to spend that kind of money on. This is one truck I will definitely NOT be buying. It's a nice truck, don't get me wrong, but WAY too expensive, especially when you have to add your own electronics.
The word "plastic" and the vehicle's cost should never be associated together. The body should be metal at that price..with all included electrical components.. But what do I know.
I'm not gonna lie as it looks really nice and definitely digging that orange color but for over $800 just for a kit,I would like to see more metal parts on that thing,mainly the wheels.
Wow. For 850 buck. Can't even include aluminum wheels.
I want to get this truck soo bad but I just can’t justify the price as well as getting the electronics on top
I did it. Body reminds me of an old school Scout or Bronco single cabs.
JD'S RC'S like it?
this is like the festool of rc.. woodworkers will understand.
You have one right here LOL custom high-end woodworking Newport Rhode Island mansions
Right on the 💰 with that analogy
Plastic wheels!? Seems odd at that price point.
My 300$ Redcat Gen 8 has metal beadlocks out the box. That dumb this 800$ truck does not have that.
The wheels are included? Wow
@@the-drifter-4242 all redcat gen 8’s have plastic beadlock rims even the 500$ axes. when i got my axe i went back to the hobby store the next day n bought aluminum rims, it’s the only thing i’ve done to it so far lol
@@ripdiptatterchip3851 but you will admit this is stupid that they don't include metal beadlocks.
And the 2020 rig wars begin :) love it ...... and yes the Bronco is coming back in a couple of weeks to compete with the Jeep Rubicon the best i can tell. Can’t wait for that to come to 1/10 scale.
Joseph mcclain this thing is almost full scale price!
Plastic bead locks is an insult at this price point.
It's like a fat loogie in the mouth...
Way to Expensive !!
And plastic wheels on an $800 rig lol
Axles, alone, are $500!
Excellent video. You cleared up questions I had about this model right away. You just sold one of these trucks, I will order it as soon as I can beg my wife out of the money.
Heck yeah Old Geezer. Happy we could show off the truck for you and provide some info. It is quite the combination of materials and engineering.
-Brett
Sweet video Brett such a awesome lookin rig happy bashing my friend👍🤙😎🤪😜😝👊✌
I think I will get one to just putt around with and display. Can't see taking such a nice truck over the rocks.
When you made your first couple videos of the Wraith, I fell in love with the truck. I wanted one so bad back then I was only probably 12 years old. I have always wanted one and looking forward to getting one next summer.
Beautiful truck! I love the orange with the tan interior. Please share those paint brands and colors
Why the plastic beadlocks, this is a tip top rig
This bugs me. I'd rather them do without wheels entirely than have cheap wheels to clutter up my shelf. This truck deserves better.
Hmm. I really appreciate what they've done with this truck but I guess I'm a little too cheap. I've been driving a 900$ Cherokee for a year now so it's tough to justify lol
It would be awesome to work at a Hobby shop like Amian. I cant even imagine what the store is like. I bet it is huge. 53 years old and now disabled. I never been in a real RC hobby shop. I have a lot of time and need a good hobby like this. so expensive tho it is not in my budget. I mean i could maintain an RC truck I just can't afford to buy one.
On amazon you can get fairly good cars for an inexpensive price, you should look up WLtoys and you will find some good beginner cars for $80-100.
Start a business doing crawler maintenance. I started my Rc Crawler maintenance business 10 years ago. Today we employ 5 fulltime staff. 3 are qualified mechanics by trade and two are engineers by trade. We have lathes and machine shop tooling within our workshop, we do everything from pre sale inspections of rc crawlers, to full strip down and rebuilds of diffs and transmissions. We also have branched out into modification work making one off bumpers, guards and all technical parts that take our customers crawlers to the next level. All our rebuild work comes with 2 year warranty of which we have had no returns. Our mechanics do all of the tear downs and rebuilds whilst our engineers fabricate specialist parts. We have just acquired an auto electrician to rewire the crawlers to competition specs. We cover all brands from traxxas thru to the not so popular brands also.
Samuel jones, what name and or a way to contact u a your shop?
I still think it is more enjoyable to build this truck over time then simply buying it as one unit and having very little to upgrade. That said the vanquish VS 4 10 is as good as it gets
wow 800 bucks and they cant even include metal beadlocks
I know, right! But the truck contains so many premium items, like the portal axles that retail for $500 by themselves, that the wheels help keep the overall price down. The aluminum wheels would have been nice, but you have to imagine that the guys who buy this truck probably already own their favorite aluminum wheels, which they could fit on the Ultra.
-Brett
@@AMain_Hobbies i dont care. It should include metal beadlocks. That's rediculous. Plastic wheels for for an 800+ rig?
mike grant i know right, just buy the axles and put them in a SCX, crossRC, RC4WD and so on chassis, they even went cheap on the transmission. No motor and no servo, here in NZ the old "pro" model, they cost $1500 plus electronics, that's the price of 4 SCX build kits.
The moment you realize this video is an ad for vanquish.
@@mg90q61 then dont get it mike
Nice detailed info about the Ultra. Still happy with my recent Pro purchase. Will probably build an Ultra for my wife...to give her portals. For me, the Pro was the best build ever; so, looking forward to putting together an Ultra.
Buy the Ultra for the Wife!? I think you deserve husband of the year. With a Pro and an Ultra out on the trail, you two are going to have fun! Thanks for comment Bill!
-Brett
@@AMain_Hobbies She lets me play with toy race cars and crawler trucks...LOL
@@billderas3420 it sounds like your wife has you on a tight leash man. Feel bad for you. Thankfully my wife "doesnt let me play " dammit!! I do it at my own choosing because I am grown. Or am I ???
This is a ballers rig 🤷♂️ regardless you're gonna upgrade 👌
Thanks for the awesome content, between the ultra and Phoenix portal which one do you recommend, why would I want to get one over the other?
Thanks
That thing looks really fun!!!
that's a really good looking truck, I like the setup
A 1/12 scale 1957 Chevy 2wheel drive drag car version would also be cool
Early morning upload!!! Yes
I broke my phone because I smashed the subscribe button 😄
Nice review, thanks.
I'm in love
Im already wanting it... Your crazy how did you buy each one?
You can built a competitive rig for half the price.... just no overpriced vanquish parts
Damn.. it's expensive. You gotta really be into scaling, and want the best of the best.
"Does more expensive means more better?"
Expensive yes but considering your getting $500 axles it’s not a bad price if you’re really into crawling. Don’t think I’d ever pony up the $$ for one though.
These are not SO much better to justify the quantum leap in price. You talking like 1.4k and thats going cheap. No fucking way. Trx4 sport litte tweaking to the ride highy and a 25 $ servo
Far below $500 and im telling you with a decent drive er you're going to be right there close. The stock body hangs but chopping moding it would.
Great video
What a nice truck, it seems well designed and balance.
Off I go to purchase a TRX4
Its really nice but I can get 2 other crawlers or build one really badass one for less then that price
Haven't been in the army game very long but $750 for a roller and you also have to buy a special tool just to change the tires I don't see the value in that at all.
On Deck! 👍
Not seeing $800 here, and honestly, I would be more interested if the axles were delrin or slick nylon, or even steel, Aluminum is like glue sticking to rocks. They are half way there with the plastic wheels, why not swallow your pride and finally do a plastic axle. Hell, I would rather see aluminum wheels with plastic axles for $500.
i bought the vs4 10 ultra brand new factory sealed and it doesnt say anywhere that it comes with that 8mm nut driver he said, he also pictured the wrong f9 currie axles at the beginning.. how much of this video is even real?
Awesome.😎
I subscribed wright know and outed notifications on
Why were the electronic combo packs discontinued?
Shoot, not sure. May have been a lack in interest, or they sold out, or maybe some components have been discontinued. Not really sure. Here are our new coupon codes if you're looking for new gear: www.amainhobbies.com/discount-coupon-code
-Brett
@@AMain_Hobbies thank you. I'm looking at the Vanquish vs4-10 Ultra with the momba x.
@@ohthecaptain Sounds like an awesome build!
-Brett
Weird back reverse down forwards up.
But none of them have suspension
But also a one that has red and blue pattern lights.
Sides with lights
How about a Tekin power system combo!
That would be a great system for this truck!
-Brett
It did not come with the tool for mine
The 8mm nut driver? Contact them. I'm sure they'll send one out to you.
-Brett
How did you get one since it’s Pre Order ? I’ll take that one on your table 🙂
Glenwood Hobbs they’re a hobby store
Vanquish sent us the truck for photos and to allow us to make this video. The truck was assembled and painted, just as you see it, when we received it. Unfortunately we are unable to drive the truck and it must be returned.
-Brett
AMain Hobbies ahh that’s awesome definitely something that I need to order
Edgy Car I know they are
But I do have 2 rechargeable battery rcs and 1 thumder tumbler and one rc that has two
What should I do when my lipo battery does not balance property
Unfortunately, not a whole lot other than to dispose of it safely. If you can't bring it back, I would follow this disposal method (from the ProTek LiPo Manual):
"Submerge the battery into a bucket or tub of salt water. This container should have a lid, but it does not need to be air-tight. Prepare a plastic container (do not use metal) of cold water, and mix in ½ cup of salt per gallon of water. Drop the battery into the salt water. Allow the battery to remain in the tub of salt water for at least 2 weeks. This salt bath will neutralize any remaining power in the battery.
Once complete, remove the LiPo and wrap it in newspaper or paper towels, and recycle it at your newest electronics recycle point."
Sorry to hear this happened man, but I hope this helps you.
-Brett
@@AMain_Hobbies I was told it can be reused even with it slightly out of balance and plus it's a hard cases lipo
@@trystanmarshall1867 Your original question stated your battery "does not balance properly." This means something very different than a battery that is "slightly out of balance." A battery that is slightly out of balance, can be balanced, and thusly saved. A battery that "does not balance properly," cannot be balanced, and thusly, cannot not saved. Do you understand the difference? AMain Hobbies does not recommend using any LiPo battery if the cells are not balanced - period.
-Brett
@@AMain_Hobbies Ok do you think Redcat Racing will warranty it
@@AMain_Hobbies I just called my local recycling center they said they will take it neutralized or not they will still take it
The r -revo vxl 2.0
Very nice. I have take a order😁 stock what do you use, small #4 wheels hubs or large #7?
Sorry, we're not sure what size the hubs are.
-Bret
I love steak and potatoes
Tough choice between a Traxxas 2021 Bronco and this
Hello
As nice as this rig is, it's too expensive for me. I'll just get a Traxxas TRX4 with full electronics for $370.
Sides equals flipping.
any body else get hung up on the missing bolt on the wheel cap? 4:45
no.. because its not missing.. its a shadow
No aluminum three piece wheels . No two speed transmission . No dig feature . Not worth anywhere near that price .
At that price, there's no reason for it to not be a complete kit
Yess!!!!!!!
Is vanquish
Sorry but those portal axles are ugly, straight axles would look better and for a company known for their epic scale machined wheels sells all their kits with plastic wheels at that price is ridiculous. There's no way I'd pay that much for a mostly plastic roller with axles that are that ugly. Thanks but no thanks, I'd rather add a couple h
It’s a kit and it’s 850 bucks
Nah I'm good. It has portals
$850!! No electronics! Plastic wheels! I’m sure it’s good but I can’t justify it.
Good grief, 850 plus the electronics that'll probably set you back another 300 maybe more depending on if you're going for quality! This is some hardcore s***
Supsension
Rip off, bring on the Chinese copy cats, these companies need some serious competition.
Can you imagine inventing something one day, only to have it stolen and copied, while receiving no credit for your design, work or patent? Counterfeit products do more harm than good, doesn't matter if it's Food, Medication, Automotive Parts, or even R/C Cars.
-Brett
@@AMain_HobbiesWill still purchase said Chinese knock offs if they're better value for the money. As a consumer I don't care about the company going bust, I care only for real capitalist market forces driving up quality and down cost.
Companies with near monopolies over niche corners of already niche hobby drive up the price to unsustainable levels. Especially when conniving unscrupulous businesses are granted patents for things that already exist in full scale.
Most R/C companies started in a garage. These aren't huge businesses and there are no monopolies. This truck isn't even necessary to enjoy the hobby. When the day comes that all body clips are manufactured under one umbrella and cost $50 each, I'll agree with you. But until then, different strokes for different folks my friend.
-Brett
We are one part of the problem. We buy knock off china brands, if we supported real brands they could easily keep the price down.
On a side note, i am a china knock off buyer 😅.
Just get the trx 4 sport 350$
So pretty much the Traxxas Sport at half the price out crawled the Pro so they thought better wack on some portals
I simply can not see spending a grand or more on a tiny truck. Not worth it to me at all. I can find a LOT more things to spend that kind of money on.
This is one truck I will definitely NOT be buying. It's a nice truck, don't get me wrong, but WAY too expensive, especially when you have to add your own electronics.
500+ for axles no thx
Please
Hobbies
You kinda need to chill
For $800 I would want a real body, you guys pay the rights for axles but not a body? And plastic wheels, really...
The word "plastic" and the vehicle's cost should never be associated together. The body should be metal at that price..with all included electrical components.. But what do I know.
Can I please have traxxas rc car
This truck is just for people that want to BLOW $$$$. Plastic wheels... hahahhaha
This is why companies got tits up!. Nobody can afford this over priced plastic shit!