After nearly 6 months of watching yt on kit and RTR rc cars. It was the Arrma Mojave 4S that caught my eye and convinced me that I needed one after 30 years of last touching an RC car. I'm totally blown away at how much fun and capable this machine is. I highly recommend to get the Mojave 4S Gavin. It addresses all the gripes you had with the body not having any bash guards and the 17mm wheel lugs and overall a much bigger upgrade over this 3S.
These things are amazing. The only car I've liked so much I bought two. I love how most of the parts are interchangeable between models. For about £150 I bought all the parts needed to convert the senton to a big rock. Takes a little bit of wrenching but I'm a tamiya kit guy at heart and it means I get the rtr bashability with the build element thrown in too. I also got the 2wd granite boost which I upgraded to 4wd for £200 all in then the motor module and esc from the senton slots straight in in seconds so no need to buy extra motors etc unless you want to race them together.
My senton blew the diffs after about a year of 3s running. So i put the boost upgrade metal ones in and run 4s now💪 scorched rc inner fenders are amazing on this
I bought two last year...one for my son and one for me. I put the gyro receiver in mine and wow...what a difference in control. These are one of the toughest, economical bashers. Only expense has been new tires. That's the only weakness I've found with the Senton
Happy New Year Gav & everyone at RCKICKS! Here's to 2024! I love all the Vintage Tamiya stuff on your channel, and also the modern 1/10 Racing! But not much of a basher :( If I made any personal requests for the channel in 2024, it would be for more 1/10 Racing Videos, always good to see you at South Cambs, -also be good to see you at Indoor Raceway Stevenage -loads of class options; Stotfold Model Car Club is an awesome place to race 2wd & 4wd Outdoors, great people and seriously challenging track, then obviously Herts nitro model club- great 1/10 track, also HRRC in Ware for pro touring cars! Also hearing rumours that Sean at SC Models is starting a new outdoor club towards Buntingford that could also run a vintage off- road class! Sorry for the Waffle but it'd be good to see some of these on the channel this coming year- all the Best! :)
Happy New Year. I will be adding more content from all aspects of RC in 2024, so you will see more RTR, bashing, racing, building, shelf queen, restorations and modifications. Really RTR RC content is the most popular on RUclips focusing on the more on the budget end, but I want to balance it out as best as I can to keep the builds on the channel.
Absolutely brilliant video. I've popped a few tires on the slash, it happened in the wet, water getting in the tire and centerfugal force of the water exploded my tires. I'm going to be getting the armma Baja 4s blx very soon.
I absolutely love my Senton Mega, although it's now running a 4000kv Hobbywing Max10 SCT system, as the stock motor siezed!! Ive also fitted some huge wide aftermarket wheels and tyres, sone huge big bore metal coilovers, and 'monstered' it, but i absolutely agree about the parachuting!! Ive fitted roof rails to protect that, but having an internal cage, like the Zorro, might help? Thank you for a great years worth of content. Wishing you and yours a peaceful and prosperous New Year, Gav. 🙂👍🏻
I really like the Arrma 3s platform. With a few parts you can convert any of the variants; Typhon, Senton, long wheelbase Granite / Big Rock, Vendetta... The Boost / Mega ranges need driveline parts to go to brushless. 4s is also an option with the appropriate ESC and stronger motor mount/chassis brace like the one M2C makes. I found a longer can motor would bend the stock aluminum mount. There was a company that used to make an alternative front shield for the Senton but unfortunately, they went out of business a year or so ago.
Heard a lot about the Senton and a few mates seem to like it but never peaked my interest. Now the Typhon 3s on the other hand is a machine. Love to see that on your channel.
That typhoon just looks fun! I looked at it and thought “that’s not a race buggy” and no it’s not but it’s a basher 4wd buggy!! I’d never try to flip my AE 8th scale buggy but a typhoon!?!? Yes plz!
@@AV-RC absolutely not a race buggy but yes it is a load of fun. A lot of people don't like it and I don't understand why. It's absolutely solid mate. One of my favourite RCs to take out.
Your bash test was quite thorough and the truck held up well. I think cracks around the rear of the truck is common many SCT's. The lad on their tail and crack. Great job!
I've been driving Rc's for over 40 years. And my honest opinion is...... Arrma takes the cake in EVERY category. This is based on my past purchases, and present purchases. Traxxas is good, but Arrma is Amazing!!!
Traxxass UDR is still nearly impossible to beat out of the box - Happy new year ! 24' is looking to be a great one for nearly all my intrests/hobbies - cant say that for the economy
Gavin have a look at the Senton 6S Body, it looks awesome, and it's twice as thick, it's also vented at the rear to minimise parachuting. I have one and it's awesome
Wow! It was weird seeing you out of your element! Excellent review of one of the bashing greats. My style happens to be somewhere between you and Kev. I have my shelf queen classic buggies, and my hardcore bashers. It was cool to see you beating on a Senton in its element. You should try its big brother, the 4s Mojave. It’s so incredibly good. I think you’d enjoy it immensely. As always, great vid, and a happy new year to you, and yours!
Two things to watch out for. The plate the motor bolts to will bend and the bearings in the motor will fail. Arrma will warranty this no problem but there are upgrades that eliminate it entirely. It's a great truck for the $!
I'll see you at that bash spot one day Gav as I live in that town and I go there quite often, was there this morning. Good video as always. Happy New Year to you and your family👍
Hi Gav, that part of the bumper is definitely a weak point, I’ve broken loads. You can get a 3d printed support to replace that part and it will never break again! Definitely a cheap solution 👍
Only thing it's missing is a centre diff. So Team Associated SC10 Pro4 still best bang for buck. Fit it with 3660 3200kv 120amp Esc Hobbywing it will be as fast and better handerling amd more adjustability.
I’ve got both a Slash and a Senton. I’ve heard that the Senton is more durable, but I’ve had more breaks with the Senton. My biggest gripe is that, in the lot that I run in, there are lot of pea sized stones. When one of these stone gets scooped up in the front of the chassis, it gets jammed in the steering servo arm and all the sudden you can’t steer. I’ve never had that problem with the Slash and I have been zoofing around longer with it.
I respectfully disagree. I really do like the Senton. But it actually takes finesse to drive well. The stock suspension actually sucks for running on a course. It tends to sail on jumps, and there’s no maneuverability in the air. Just look at how high you had to send it just to get a single back flip. And that nose just won’t come down no matter how hard you slam on the breaks. It takes a lot of experience to drive well. Now take the Granite. At the heights you send it in the video a decent basher driver could easily do a double if not triple flip. A Granite will easily do a backflip off of a normal course jump! And it’s extremely responsive in the air. No problem twisting or bringing the nose down. And when the tires balloon they won’t get popped as they will with a Senton body. If someone is looking for a basher, beginner or other, go with the Granite.
After 8 months of owning this RC car I have come to the conclusion that it is nothing but a Bottomless Money Pit. I am constantly having to replace broken or failed parts as they are just not up to the job. i.e. drive shafts, differential, tyres etc. The final straw was the servo failing, so it is time for me to get rid.
That doesn't sound like much damage for a basher after eight months if I'm honest. Then again it depends how hard you are bashing and how many hours you have put on it. Tyres I get that and a drive shaft but the diff, how did that happen?
After nearly 6 months of watching yt on kit and RTR rc cars. It was the Arrma Mojave 4S that caught my eye and convinced me that I needed one after 30 years of last touching an RC car. I'm totally blown away at how much fun and capable this machine is. I highly recommend to get the Mojave 4S Gavin. It addresses all the gripes you had with the body not having any bash guards and the 17mm wheel lugs and overall a much bigger upgrade over this 3S.
These things are amazing. The only car I've liked so much I bought two. I love how most of the parts are interchangeable between models. For about £150 I bought all the parts needed to convert the senton to a big rock. Takes a little bit of wrenching but I'm a tamiya kit guy at heart and it means I get the rtr bashability with the build element thrown in too. I also got the 2wd granite boost which I upgraded to 4wd for £200 all in then the motor module and esc from the senton slots straight in in seconds so no need to buy extra motors etc unless you want to race them together.
Arrma is always a good choice..more of these incredible cars🎉🎉
My senton blew the diffs after about a year of 3s running. So i put the boost upgrade metal ones in and run 4s now💪 scorched rc inner fenders are amazing on this
I bought two last year...one for my son and one for me. I put the gyro receiver in mine and wow...what a difference in control. These are one of the toughest, economical bashers. Only expense has been new tires. That's the only weakness I've found with the Senton
I put an AVC reciever in my Granite and wow. ...The way it puts the power down now is amazing
Hey! What gyro reciever did you got for the senton? Have you had any trouble with it over the last months? Thanks!
@@pablolopezrivas3522 I used the Spektrum AVR gyro receiver. It's a 5ch rx.
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Happy New Year Gav & everyone at RCKICKS! Here's to 2024! I love all the Vintage Tamiya stuff on your channel, and also the modern 1/10 Racing!
But not much of a basher :(
If I made any personal requests for the channel in 2024, it would be for more 1/10 Racing Videos, always good to see you at South Cambs, -also be good to see you at Indoor Raceway Stevenage -loads of class options; Stotfold Model Car Club is an awesome place to race 2wd & 4wd Outdoors, great people and seriously challenging track, then obviously Herts nitro model club- great 1/10 track, also HRRC in Ware for pro touring cars! Also hearing rumours that Sean at SC Models is starting a new outdoor club towards Buntingford that could also run a vintage off- road class! Sorry for the Waffle but it'd be good to see some of these on the channel this coming year- all the Best! :)
Happy New Year. I will be adding more content from all aspects of RC in 2024, so you will see more RTR, bashing, racing, building, shelf queen, restorations and modifications. Really RTR RC content is the most popular on RUclips focusing on the more on the budget end, but I want to balance it out as best as I can to keep the builds on the channel.
Absolutely brilliant video. I've popped a few tires on the slash, it happened in the wet, water getting in the tire and centerfugal force of the water exploded my tires. I'm going to be getting the armma Baja 4s blx very soon.
Brilliant review. And great truck looking forward to seeing more updates.
Hope you had a great Christmas with the family 👍
I absolutely love my Senton Mega, although it's now running a 4000kv Hobbywing Max10 SCT system, as the stock motor siezed!! Ive also fitted some huge wide aftermarket wheels and tyres, sone huge big bore metal coilovers, and 'monstered' it, but i absolutely agree about the parachuting!! Ive fitted roof rails to protect that, but having an internal cage, like the Zorro, might help?
Thank you for a great years worth of content. Wishing you and yours a peaceful and prosperous New Year, Gav. 🙂👍🏻
The van looks so much nicer 😊 happy new year. Pete
Happy New Year Pete! All the best, Gav
I really like the Arrma 3s platform. With a few parts you can convert any of the variants; Typhon, Senton, long wheelbase Granite / Big Rock, Vendetta... The Boost / Mega ranges need driveline parts to go to brushless. 4s is also an option with the appropriate ESC and stronger motor mount/chassis brace like the one M2C makes. I found a longer can motor would bend the stock aluminum mount.
There was a company that used to make an alternative front shield for the Senton but unfortunately, they went out of business a year or so ago.
Not something that I usually have in my channel. But I will get one of these new or used! It has truly winning looks!
Heard a lot about the Senton and a few mates seem to like it but never peaked my interest. Now the Typhon 3s on the other hand is a machine. Love to see that on your channel.
I'm sure it will be on the show in 2024 :)
That typhoon just looks fun! I looked at it and thought “that’s not a race buggy” and no it’s not but it’s a basher 4wd buggy!! I’d never try to flip my AE 8th scale buggy but a typhoon!?!? Yes plz!
@@AV-RC absolutely not a race buggy but yes it is a load of fun. A lot of people don't like it and I don't understand why. It's absolutely solid mate. One of my favourite RCs to take out.
Your bash test was quite thorough and the truck held up well. I think cracks around the rear of the truck is common many SCT's. The lad on their tail and crack. Great job!
Old traxxas emaxxs run 14mm hex rims and there are still some aftermarket availability for those!
Great day, a great vehicle indeed
I've been driving Rc's for over 40 years. And my honest opinion is...... Arrma takes the cake in EVERY category. This is based on my past purchases, and present purchases. Traxxas is good, but Arrma is Amazing!!!
Yep Arrma do put out some cracking cars
Iv been on the fence but i think iv decided to get one.
Happy new year bud you had a great 2023 here’s to 2024 fingers crossed for some more epic rere’s from our favourite Rc makers 😊😂
Yep, fingers crossed and we won't have long before Tamiya drops its new releases for 2024 :) Come on Dyna Storm and King Cab
Yeah I would probably get both and madcap if they brought it out 😊
Traxxass UDR is still nearly impossible to beat out of the box - Happy new year ! 24' is looking to be a great one for nearly all my intrests/hobbies - cant say that for the economy
I hope to finally get myself a UDR in 2024. It will be more for myself vs channel content. I love the scale style and the way it drives.
Gavin have a look at the Senton 6S Body, it looks awesome, and it's twice as thick, it's also vented at the rear to minimise parachuting.
I have one and it's awesome
It's a direct fit to the 3S senton, no trimming or modification needed.
Wow! It was weird seeing you out of your element! Excellent review of one of the bashing greats. My style happens to be somewhere between you and Kev. I have my shelf queen classic buggies, and my hardcore bashers. It was cool to see you beating on a Senton in its element. You should try its big brother, the 4s Mojave. It’s so incredibly good. I think you’d enjoy it immensely.
As always, great vid, and a happy new year to you, and yours!
Two things to watch out for. The plate the motor bolts to will bend and the bearings in the motor will fail. Arrma will warranty this no problem but there are upgrades that eliminate it entirely. It's a great truck for the $!
I will look into the part :) Happy New Year!
@@RCKickschannel happy New Year to you. The arrma forum will have all the info.
What are the upgrades?
Hi Gavin check out rpm parts for bumpers and other upgrades
Hope you had a lovely Christmas
Manic but lovely thanks :) Happy New Year!
I really wish I had a basebasket pitch to drive my RCs on, unfortunately we don't play basebasket in the UK.! 😉
Basebasket is growing in popularity in the UK so just give it some time.
The intense music over ordering parts 😂😂😂
LOL 😜
I'll see you at that bash spot one day Gav as I live in that town and I go there quite often, was there this morning. Good video as always. Happy New Year to you and your family👍
Typically Arrma over powered & fun as hell. 👍💪🔥
That's what all RUclips do anyway, waffle waffle waffle....... Love really keep it up and Happy New Year.
Happy new year!!
If you are mainly driving off-road then proline badlands are awesome tires!
Yep I had a set of them on my 1/8th buggy and I agree.
Hi Gav, that part of the bumper is definitely a weak point, I’ve broken loads. You can get a 3d printed support to replace that part and it will never break again! Definitely a cheap solution 👍
Cool I will take a look. eBay I guess?
@@RCKickschannel ruclips.net/video/YfER1mnwt1g/видео.htmlfeature=shared
Only thing it's missing is a centre diff. So Team Associated SC10 Pro4 still best bang for buck. Fit it with 3660 3200kv 120amp Esc Hobbywing it will be as fast and better handerling amd more adjustability.
Get medium compound tyres. No ballooning
Awesome video dude!
Thanks!
Happy new year Gav.
Happy new year!
Watching with interest for the Bronco body. If you can find the proline extended body mounts in stock anywhere, you will be doing better than me!!😂
I placed an order for the body this morning so it’s happening 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I'm torn between this and a Big Rock. Can anyone please help with choosing between a stadium truck and MT?
I prefer my slash over the Senton.
As a driver at least may be sento be a little tougher idn
But i like the slash
Where can i buy parts for senton 4x4 s3
I’ve got both a Slash and a Senton. I’ve heard that the Senton is more durable, but I’ve had more breaks with the Senton. My biggest gripe is that, in the lot that I run in, there are lot of pea sized stones. When one of these stone gets scooped up in the front of the chassis, it gets jammed in the steering servo arm and all the sudden you can’t steer. I’ve never had that problem with the Slash and I have been zoofing around longer with it.
I've had that same rock problem, as well
T-Bone racing sells extremely durable bash bumpers. Expensive but my senton breaks everything between the bumpers.
same prob on all senton blx.
Esc low cut off voltage 6v
I respectfully disagree. I really do like the Senton. But it actually takes finesse to drive well. The stock suspension actually sucks for running on a course. It tends to sail on jumps, and there’s no maneuverability in the air. Just look at how high you had to send it just to get a single back flip. And that nose just won’t come down no matter how hard you slam on the breaks. It takes a lot of experience to drive well.
Now take the Granite. At the heights you send it in the video a decent basher driver could easily do a double if not triple flip. A Granite will easily do a backflip off of a normal course jump! And it’s extremely responsive in the air. No problem twisting or bringing the nose down. And when the tires balloon they won’t get popped as they will with a Senton body.
If someone is looking for a basher, beginner or other, go with the Granite.
Arrma 14mm , most 12mm
After 8 months of owning this RC car I have come to the conclusion that it is nothing but a Bottomless Money Pit. I am constantly having to replace broken or failed parts as they are just not up to the job. i.e. drive shafts, differential, tyres etc. The final straw was the servo failing, so it is time for me to get rid.
That doesn't sound like much damage for a basher after eight months if I'm honest. Then again it depends how hard you are bashing and how many hours you have put on it. Tyres I get that and a drive shaft but the diff, how did that happen?
Sounds like you either beat it too hard or not putting it together correct
You got your wife out with you?. I have never managed that
Yep and we wouldn’t even have RCKicks if it wasn’t for Rebecca helping make this dream a reality.
I prefer my slash over the Senton.
As a driver at least may be sento be a little tougher idn
But i like the slash