Best Beginner Basher? - NEW BL-2S Brushless Traxxas Rustler
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- Опубликовано: 21 авг 2024
- Traxxas sent me the new BL-2S Brushless Rustler. It's an excellent way to get started in RC Bashing, and offers something the competition can't touch. Watch to find out more!
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A lot of people sleep on 2S, but so much 10th scale on/off-road racing happens on 2S. A good 2S setup can really boogie
Agreed. I was blown away to discover that all drifting is done on 2S, and those things scream!
@@scalebuildersguild if it is screaming on 2S you want to see, check out 1/10th touring car modified and the likes :D
I bought a slash platinum going on 6 years ago, and I run it on 2s and it's as fast as my buddy's with professional tekno sct410.3 trucks with top the line electronics. I only did a few upgrades to make it a track weapon.
I've got a slash 2 wheel drive that I built from a base model. The 7200kv motor screams on 2s... I had to put fishing weights on the nose to keep the front end down and give it some sort of steering
@@scalebuildersguildDrifting is done on plastic wheels with zero friction so of course 2s would be good enough. I still find 3s better for bashing for where i use mine anyway
YAY! Local hobby shops around the world REJOICE! To have Scale Builders Guild stand up and and shout out the benefits of having and supporting a local store is fantastic. Nice job Matt!
Thanks! We've got to support our local LHS!
I absolutely love going to my local.hobby shop, I stop at my local hobby shop at least 4 days a week....I am friends with everyone that works there now and also with other customers, there are days I stop in just to talk to the guys and hang out a little after work just to relax...lol...I'm so lucky to have an awesome hobby shop!!!
That's amazing! Sounds like an awesome shop... where do you live?
@@scalebuildersguild I'm in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, my hobby shop is Hobby Express in Cranberry Pa, 20 miles north of Pittsburgh.....2 miles from my work...lol... amazing hobby shop they do online sales also, but great place to walk into!!!!
Huge plus on the support for local shops. As I'm getting into the hobby, those people are SO helpful and their free knowledge and passion is contagious. It's what's hooking me into this community.
That's awesome! We have to support our LHS!
Traxxas is also a huge sponsor of Off Road Racing. And the fact parts and models are around for decades is great. Because you can always fix them.
Traxxas is a killer rc product..
Another scale builders guild video I'm so excited and spoiled all at the same! Parts availability and quality is one of the reason I won't buy knock-off brands... Unless of course it's a ginsu knife! I mean, come on it'll slice through a hammer and still saw through a tomato😂
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Just picked up a Rustler 4x4 BL 2S at my LHS. I git the deal where they give you the portable charger and the 2s battery included. I prefer 100% to buy form my LHS because he always has what I need (99% of the time) and his prices are the same as online. But I don't have to worry about packages being stolen, lost or damaged. My LHS is great. And I prefer Traxxas and Arrma because I can find the parts very easily at my LHS. Plus Traxxas doesn't discontinue products too often. Maybe except for the Hoss, but it got replaced by the Stampede 4x4 V2 VXL, which I also picked up from my LHS 👍
It's so important to support our LHS!
You nailed it! Parts is king! Traxxas nails it with their community and encouraging their online customers to go local. - Additionally, Traxxas’s phone and chat customer support is FANTASTIC!!
Agreed!
I have 50+rcs and been in the hobby over 20yrs, not gonna lie I just snatched up the pede 4x4 bl2s just to have some worry free general bashing around. I’m perfectly happy with the 2s limit and would feel fine handing the remote to someone.
Glad to hear you like it!
Great video👍
Traxxas have the parts supply pretty much nailed (apart from 34t speed pinions for Bandit VXL's😅)
But... when the next Kyosho is released, do the same thing ...... or the next Arrma... Team Corally.... Team Associated... Hobao... Losi..... etc..
There’s no doubt there’s great support for other top brands!
Honestly, these trucks are great at any level.
I like how you did this video.
Very cool
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Thanks! 👍 Have a great weekend!
as someone who works at a LHS i appreciate giving LHS’ a shoutout
My pleasure! Got to support our LHS!
Another very nice Video With the nice new TRAXXES RUSTLER.
And even more important that the parts can be obtained locally.
we should definitely support our local stores.
Agreed!
Welp it's cheaper so that's nice.
really enjoying the little challenges that are included in the videos, not to mention the driving footage is primo
Glad you like them!
Dude, love the message for supporting the local hobby shops. Shout out to Coastal RC in Chesapeake va!!!!!!!!
My lhs shut down a few years ago. Old man run it since the 70s. Was highly successful. He let a young couple take over and they didn't last a year.... I'm pissed. Had I known he was going to sell out I would have tried to get into it myself.
I'm sorry to hear that! That's a real shame.
@scalebuildersguild yeah its a real shame....
What I found that is super cool with my hobby shop near by is; if I plan on getting a little bit of an off the wall RC and I communicate with and order the item through the hobby shop, he goes in an orders a BOAT load of parts to have on hand and all he asks in return is that I bring my business there. I don’t even bother ordering online anymore with how out of the way this spot goes! Best part is, my dad used to take me to this exact same spot when I was kid and now I get to take my kids there too! I’ve learned that the hobby is 30% driving the rc and 70% building life long memories. I’ll die before I let my local Hobbystore’s close doors! Long live LHS!!!!!!!!!
Wow! That sounds like an amazing place!
I support johns hobbies, Rodger is the go to.
Thats dope💪🏻
Totally agree! They're the best!
Really wish I had a local shop. Closest for me is 2 hours but I stop in when I'm in the area. It's always fun to at least look around and get the new models in hand.
LHS #3 would have unfortunately left you disappointed. 9051 (front axle) is different from the standard axles at the stub axles which requires a different bearing size which is also different with the extreme hd parts versus the standard.
I have worked at a small hobby shop for a couple years and you are absolutely right it’s about the relationship we develop with the customers. We can tell the people that are listening to Internet forums because they want to spend their money on metal upgrades and buy the cheapest servos possible. Where most experienced drivers would much rather spend money for a great servo.
I only support Canadian hobby shops lol local in my country but 1 hour drive to my local shop is always a good time!!
Dude, your cinematography is on point! This is like the Top Gear of RC. Nice job!
Wow, thanks!
People crap on Traxxas all the time about lots of things but this is exactly why most of my stuff is Traxxas, stuff breaks it’s part of the hobby and it’s nice to know its that easy. Also I’d be really interested to see you go over the new 2s system vs the the vxl-3s, I’m wondering how the motor compares especially. In the picture you show off the motor and esc it looks like the motor has holes in it for heat dissipation, is it not actually sealed then?
It does have an integrated fan, but the rest of the motor is sealed. Thanks for watching!
@@scalebuildersguild ok cool, thanks!
I do try to support my local hobby shop. Around here in NC I have a number of hobby shops around me, one only 5 minutes away, one 20 minutes and another 45 minutes. I've noticed hobby shops sell other services, like one sells lawnmowers and repairs them and another is a hobby shop/small arcade inside a mall. So they are finding ways to stay afloat but it sucks that's what it has to come down too. :/ Its all about promotion too, I've told people about local shops and they had no idea there was even a shop there.
Same here...closest one is on Pinehurst about 45 minutes away
Not sure where your at in NC, but the HobbyTown in Mooresville is excellent.
I'm sure that they have to do what they have to to stay afloat, which is why we should try to support them as much as we can!
I guess the thinking is beginners won't break many parts on 2s. Theres a lot to be said for having the room to grow into 3s which is a lot more exhilarating.
I would advise new hobbyists to get a 3s offering and run it 2s while learning the basics.
Wrong.
Get the fastest you can afford and have the time of your life
Get a motor case and put in a 4074. 6S .
@@fartdonkey8290while I kind of agree, a lot of people get put off when their enthusiasm and lack of experience keeps breaking parts. I've had a couple buddies get into rc, only to get fed up when they realize how much of the hobby is wrenching
Iv'e never owned a Traxxass, never bought a trx4. Hated traxxass for a long time. I'm a crawler guy. But after the Arrma typhon debacle ive experienced. I may get this.
My shop is amazing from traxxas electronics to parts and bodies
Glad to hear it!
That's way 80% of my rc's are traxxas the part support is better than any company out there hands down 👍😎
Thumbs up for the LHS message! It's important to support them, so that they can supply us!
We really need to support them otherwise they'll cease to exist!
Awesome video! Very valid points and great information as well as some excellent running footage. What else could I ask for? 👍✌️
So they put HD parts on 2s? Ok that’s a start
The 3s line needs them out the box
Good video (and acting) Matt. Like button energized. Hit the like button folks!!!
Thanks man!
Hi, im really looking to get this new model but whats its top speed?
LHS can also order anything from AMain. So in reality you can ALWAYS support your local hobby shop even if you HAVE to order online.
LHS, charges msrp sometimes above if the price has lowered since they put the sticker on the item. 9/10 times if it isnt a traxxas they have to order it, which you can do yourself and find it cheaper.
I'm getting it for the upgrades
I don't see it as "just" 2S. I prefer racing 2S 10th and 4S 8th. Much more interesting when the car has to accelerate a bit. Great for all but the most aggressive bashing too.
Cool to see new Traxxas electronics, was a weak point in their line. Will have to try one of these, could be a Vorteks contender.
Hobby shops are a lot nicer and helpful in Canada than the US. I won’t shop local. I’ve tried, gave the benefit of the doubt but I’ll stay with online.
I am very lucky to have three great shops all within about an hour of where I live. It's such an odd thing to run across a place that actively doesn't want your business, but it definitely happens. Don't people like money anymore?!
The titan 12t is a legend respect your elders 😂
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Thats the reason, why i only own traxxas vehicles. And yes, i've tried the most brands in the last 35 years of RC...
same reason i got a rustler, you pay a premium, but you know you can get parts, and i'm in tiny denmark.
and 2s is perfect for the skatepark, and you tiers will last a bit longer
Agreed. Thanks for watching!
nice video
Even though I actually order online even from the local shops because of where I live, I'm really leaning towards traxxas for a monster truck or truggy because availability is just the best for both parts and trucks themselves.
This is all about where you live, but it took me 3 weeks to get an Axial Base Camp and I'm not sure I even want to try ordering overdrive gears for it
Best truggy traxxas is the sledge -
Unless my knowledge base is lacking, they don’t have a steel driveshaft upgrade replacement for 9051/9052 driveshafts, they have replacements w/ 5mm axle shaft, but I haven’t seen them for 6mm yet. So it would either require special bearings or switching back to the std duty 6832/6837/6852 caster block/knuckle/carrier. I will admit I haven’t gone through the new exploded view yet, but this was my knowledge and May be mistaken
Maybe my guy was wrong, not sure either!
Xo-1 driveshafts are the same length as slash ones and have the 6mm axles 👍
Well after doing some digging to solve my curiosity here’s what I found: while yes the XO-1 drive shafts have a 6mm axle, they are not listed as optional (they may still work). It looks like they are going to do a new stub axle shaft and make a different variant for the 9051/ 9052 steel driveshafts (spring clip retained), my apologies for doubting and have a great day.
Reedy’s 3300 can run 3s. I wonder what would happen if you tried it on this.
The ESC is the limiting factor here. Thanks for watching!
Great info thanks
Thanks for watching!
When I buy other brands I have to buy 2 or 3 of the same so when parts break
9/10 Parts i buy are from the LHS
I hope one day I can be as good as you sir 👍🎥 amazing video buddy
Thank you!
Remember no hobby shops no race tracks to rip the trigger.
Also the slash is been upgraded
Online Shops are Expensive due to Shipping and The time to wait. I rarely Order stuff online, Hell sometimes i order parts by making the LHS do it for me 😅
But does this new system allow you to drive slowly with control? One good thing about the brushed setup is the ability to drive slowly around a smaller garden or smaller space 👍 If this new brushless system allows for slow control then that ace, but if it cogs then thats a bummer?
I didn’t find it cogging that much, it’s a pretty smooth system. That said, I wouldn’t consider any of these for low speed.
@@scalebuildersguild Thank you for the reply. Cant wait to see some running videos of the stampede 4x4, I only ask about the clogging, as I use to have a stampede 2wd many years ago on 27meg, and use to be able to drive it slowly around my small garden. Wondering if I should get a 12t 4x4 or this newer 2s brushless version ( unfortunately I am from the UK so the newer one will no doubt be alot more than in the U.S or Canada )
How do you break a front diff housing?
I didn't. This was a theoretical case for finding parts. I picked them at random from the exploded view.
@@scalebuildersguildI realize that. I guess I was commenting on your choice of part. Lol. New clipless body is the same as it was on the last 4x4 vxl. I wonder if it’s easier to mount?
If you've ever had a local shop close, you will know the pain of not having that local resource. It's very important to go to your local shop and buy from them! Same for most things you buy. You are buying knowledge too.
Very true! Thanks for watching!
I have to drive for 4 hours to get to my nearest hobby shop lol
So, it's not really local!
Why did they increase the length of the receiver antenna straw on the rustler, but not the slash or any of the other vehicles?
Your guess is as good as mine!
I don't know Traxxas well enough, is it possible it would run on 3s or definitely not?
Definitely not!
Ugly but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t perform 😉
That's what my wife says about me 😂
@@scalebuildersguild 🤦🏻♂️😂🤣👍👍
You lost me at Traxxas, I had an RC10 in 1992 and have hated Traxxas ever since. As I have gotten old, I learned to buy multiple RCs, sometimes two kits at a time if they are on sale at half off. My experience with local hobby shop employees is not good, most have really bad attitudes and push what they have in stock which kind of works for your problem.
I'm sorry that you've had bad experiences with your local hobby shop. I'm fortunate to have 2 within an hour from me that are fantastic!
Don't really get it being new cause wasn't the Rustler available as both being brushed or brushless ? Unless the old brushless system is the new brushed system and this new motor is upgraded brushless.
You should probably watch the video. I go through how they've updated it, and in fact, talk about why it's "new".
This is an game changing new release. Just in curiosity, What song did you use?
Thanks! Song here: www.musicbed.com/songs/nowhere-to-hide-instrumental/71601
WHY DID THEY NOT DO THE TRAXXAS BANDIT 2sb
So what is the difference between this and the VXL model. Ignoring the HD kit is just how many Ss it can handle basically?
It’s 2S.
Does anyone else think the blue plastic bits look very RPM? Did they get RPM to design there upgrades?
No, they are just nylon. They may even use the same manufacturer as REMO (HSP) because they already offer their cars with full nylon suspension and the parts are identical.
Haha my 3 fans on my k8s run on two 3s packs lol
Closest hobby shop to me is a 2.5 hr drive so I'm kinda bound to the internet most of the time
That's a long drive!
What is the top speed right out of the box?
Sorry, not sure!
I just snagged one of these! Is there a way to change operating/power settings?
Not sure I understand what you mean! Can you be a bit more specific?
@@scalebuildersguild from my understanding there is 3 Programmable Drive Profiles
Sport Mode - Forward / Brake / Reverse
Race Mode - Forward / Brake
Training Mode - 50% Forward / Brake / 50% Reverse
@@TRD_Cueto sounds like you answered your own question!
@@scalebuildersguild possibly..... if true, Do you know how switch between profiles?
@@TRD_Cueto usually it’s a press of the button on the ESC. The number of flashes denotes what mode you’re in.
I had one of these she had a max 10 2400kv motor and 4s and she flew
Very cool!
My local shop doesn’t even stock octolock spur gears.
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@@scalebuildersguildhere’s a good one. They do carry Xray so I called them to order a part for my mini truggy. The lady told me to give them a few days to get it. She didn’t want my number and told me to just call back. After a week I called back and they had no idea what I was talking about. The original lady told me their supplier didn’t have the part.
I ordered the part off Amazon and the day it was supposed to be in Florida it was some how in Guam. That was a week ago and I still do not have a running mini truggy😂.
They need to give you a lipo right out of the box. Why do they insist on sticking with NiMH?
Sorry? No batteries are included. Use a 2S Lipo if you like!
@@scalebuildersguild I didn’t realize you don’t get a battery.
The beep volume is hella excessive
welp had me for a second. Why waste your time with a 2s...
Because not everyone is experienced in RC. Sometimes it's good to start here if you're new. And honestly, this thing on 2S is a handful.
It's in the cheap ones instead of XL5. Starter system.
Bought this last week and love it! The 2s 5800 battery lasts about 35-45mins so I'd imagine thr 7600 would last close to an hour. Plus this truck is all HD parts so you can let kids and your buddies drive it carefree. $330 is a smoking deal. 💪😎
Rustler 4x4 has been out for bout 4 yrs now and wasn't an entry level it came 3s , the rustler 2x4 was is the entry level
I absolutely agree that we need to support our local shops... (Excluding the fact hobby town doesn't/didn't carry team associated, which is one of my top favs) But the closest one to me is an hour away... Sooo add 20bucks for gas to that part now, or get it delivered from THEIR website .
And I will NEVER support traxxas ! So I couldn't care less if they have traxxas parts in stock, and traxxas have eh descent cars but are way over priced and have horrible business practices. Nope!
SMH, lol , 😂
Dude still a fan and subscriber love all the effort and artistry you put into this hobby.
but - ya shoulda picked a less volatile brand to make yer point 😉😂
Lots of people are disgusted with that company, It ain't just me.
It's definitely important to support out local hobby shops! Thanks for watching!
Bash it, Crash It, Smash it, but always Send it
Traxxas rustler on scale builders guild, hilarious 😂
There's also been the Slash, XRT, Hoss, Maxx, TRX4, Sledge, the list goes on! This hobby can be many things, to many people, and I like to play with all forms of RC!
More expensive and half the speed of the 2WD VXL lol, I`d rather get a used VXL and use the spare cash to buy RPM parts..
Fair enough. Thanks for watching!
I like your voice over work. Your videos? 🙄
Sadly traxass does have great part support. But i don't like traxass they are the bullies of the RC world.
Traxxas must really need a PR boost after that last big corporation bully maneuver they pulled a few months back…. I got nothing against you Matt always thought you were a nice enough fella, but screw traxxas….
Just came to remember the time you and Josh Crapped on Kev Talbot for being a sellout because he has a monster truck lol You just wanted a free TRX bahaha now your just a Corpo mouthpiece. Curious how it compares to it's counterparts BAHAHA
Sellout for buying a Monster Truck? Huh? I certainly don't like RC Monster Trucks, let alone real ones, but if Kevin wants to spend his money that way, that's his prerogative! He certainly creates a lot of engaging content, good for him! Looks like you've got some cool places to play with your RC's, enjoy!
@@scalebuildersguild The reference was, you two ( mostly Josh) were implying where he got the money for it. (Cheap overseas knock offs and low brow smash for views style) It's all good, my disdain is w/ the brand not you or your channel. I actually like your stuff, been watching for years and years from my personal channel and will continue to. I enjoy the humor but more importantly , the wit! I do have to say I align more w/ Josh's personality more. Thank you for giving my humble channel a view, and I apologize for the mouthpiece remark it was off color. Sorry dude :/ I could feel the monumental restraint in the reply 😣
Creep it real 🖖
All good dude! We're all out here trying to enjoy this hobby to the fullest! I like to present as many options for people that may want to try things outside of scale, and bashing is still something I'm learning about! Loved all that Fireteam content you've got, it's a tank! The biggest point I was trying to make in this video is to support your local shop! Do you have any close to you in Alaska?
@@scalebuildersguild LOVE THE FIRETEAM!! It's deff a tank and well engineered I might say!
Yes, we only have one real shop in the whole state lol Anchorage House of Hobbies. They move lots of merchandise, but they are constantly going through workers and nobody knows anything. I was loyal to them for years and spent thousands there. I would hang out for hours BS'n and talking RC with anyone who would listen. I used to have a small business so I'm all about the little guy. But they went downhill big time once The Mexican Beer Flu hit. Poor service, sometimes no service. Wrong parts sold unless you come in w/ the exact part number. Guys having the connectors fall off after they put them on new batts. Never having the common stuff in stock, but saying you can order it for me. What good is that? Now I have to wait 2-3 weeks because its coming in w/ you next bulk order? I could of ordered it cheaper, and had it in 4-5 days. I have done PLENTY for that small business (actually a big volume mover for HH and Traxass) Most of my business is from Tower Hobby or Jenny's RC these days. I'm actually doing prototype testing of some new to market merchandise not just a copy paste like every other company in our little realm. I'm working on the patent's first as we both know a certain brand loves to take over idea's and file like they created it (cantilever shock system) etc Just protecting my intelectual property. Send Cut Send and my CR-Scan Ferret are my BFF's (Thanks Josh lol)
PS you're not taking that hat to Ireland now, are you 😆
Must.... Talk.... Slower... Must.. drag... Out... The...content
Go to 1.25 speed bruh.
Everyone's a critic! 😂
What a downgrade
it’s an E-revo
It's a Rustler.