I've just bought it's Brushed Brother in an Ali express sale for £60 which I'm over the moon about.. the black and red one. I've also ordered a brushless sensored motor, a rocket RC esc sensored and a dumborc receiver.. looking forward to putting it all together 😂
Just did the same thing! I think I paid £55. A great price, and also will pretty quickly put in a brushless set up. Even just a brushed ecs to boost it to 3s would be good. Hope you are having a blast with yours. 👍
I had a cat that looked just like your cat does. I dunno about your cat's size, but mines was a solid 1/8 scale lol. He was somewhere around 15lbs or so, freakin YUGE! His name was Mr. Ecko... cardboard cookie with double rubber raisins if someone guesses where my cat's name came from. Here's a hint, he's a taily...
Great value. I'm mostly impress with the thick dog bones. I'm not really a heavy basher but every car I own that has dog bones get bent on every run. Both my Sunfires are down waiting on dogbones. Out of stock, DR10 drive shafts are not cheap and they are bent as well. I love how the body tucks in to keep dirt out. You did such a good job on this video I thin WL-Toys should send you a car to review. I imagine you will probably come up with a solution for the battery but other than that what a great car.
Running mine the other day with a fully charged 3s; motor temps hit over 230F. Make sure you install a fan on the little motor. Other than that, this thing rocks!
we are running 3S lipos 25c 3300mah and the motors are both fine, have you greased the diffs, wltoys have repoutation of having no grease in the diffs, id bet they are both dry or have little to no grease on the actual gear cogs.@@Rek_Rc
Regarding diffs, just spin your wheels, if they spin freely then it more than likely has no grease. I got mine intending to upgrade the motor, and i still will i reckon as i want it at least as fast as the 124017. After taking it out today, i see the speed is perfectly fine and i can control it in the wet. I have a 124016 and on 3s that thing is INSANE, its currently perma raining where i am and its just not able to get traction in the wet, its barely able to on 2s too. But loving these cheap RC cars, i can take them out much easier and quicker than my xmaxx. But yeah, i think i still want it to be faster, ill get an esc that allows me to throttle the speed if required. Ive subbed, you seem a cool dude.
I really appreciate the kind comment, and welcome aboard! I really had a great time with the 124008, I would have liked more speed as well, but once I realized how well it drives I didn't mind that it was a bit slower. But a bit more speed is always welcome.
I love your channel and learned so much from your videos as a newbie. May I ask what is the wheelbase of wltoys 124008 or 124017 and can I use a Tamiya rally car body on it's chassis. More power !
Thank you so much! I'm glad you're involved in the hobby! I don't actually have that car anymore, but I believe some Tamiya bodies would fit it, I just can't think of which exact ones.
Just got one of these and a motorcycle ran it over just bent the shell and kept going!!! No damage to the chassis or suspension 😮😮… the only issue with the car so far is I’m getting a slight delay
Well, to me the battery is certainly the deal breaker, not because its not able to charge using hobby chargers without any mods, its because i can't use all of my 3s batteries i had from my planes and quadcopters.. Hope they can come out with a mod for battery strips
I charge the included battery with my standard battery charger the charge lead cost £1.20 posted and I bought an xt60 to deans connector for £1.56 and use 3s 2200mah CNHL packs with this connector the cable across the top holds it in without any additional straps ! I did greese the diffs on mine
Great video, makes me even keener to get mine out the box, but alas, I'm waiting on the seller to let me know what's happening after they sent me the wrong battery... Hopefully won't be expected to return it! Which capacity battery are you using that lasted the 40mins?
Hello, my 124008 I have only used it 4 times and a rear dogbone wore out the mouth of a cup of a tire, I have not jumped, nor collided with anything... I've talked about this in other groups and some people have had the same thing, apparently the dogbone comes a little short and doesn't go all the way inside like it should. You've noticed this flaw ?.. What could I do to avoid this? Some say that by putting a round inside the cup of the differential... I'd like to hear your point of view. Thank you.
@@eduardomalcom2228 I haven't had them pop out on me. I never really took note. Maybe they are, I just didn't dig that deep into the car. I haven't encountered a reason yet.
For how cheap they are, they are well with every penny, great value RC, and if you don't take it to the SKATEPARK, it shouldn't break much unless some random big crash or something extreme happens. But it even did really well in the skatepark video also.
As long as it fits, but that's a big battery to cram into that chassis unless it's like a shorty pack, but then the battery strap would fit. But in cases like that, I just mounting tape batteries in if stock straps don't fit
are those the same engine ans esc of the 124017? i want to buy it but it comes with 2s and i want to get a 3s for it but since this comes with it im sure its able to support 3s while im not with 124017
@@Rek_Rc ok ill buy the 124008 and later swap from 124017 and metal parts even if it would be cheaper tu buy 124017 and put a new receiver so no cog and will be able to use a lot of batteries while i cant with the 08 so i still dont know but ill prob go with 08
@@Rek_Rc can u send me some link of the the thing i should put for upgrade like the esc motor and other parts?(if you can from bangood since thats where im getting the buggy from) Im ignorant in this so if you can help rhat would be great im able to put electronics together but idk what to buy since im starting now
I'm thinking of buying this as my first brushless RC, what is the battery life of this thing? From what I've seen, most brushless cars of this scale have battery lifes of less than 15 minutes which is a huge downside for me. Are there any batteries that would improve battery life without draining my card?
The battery life is good, constant driving is 15 or so minutes, bashing about had lasted up to 30 for me also. But you can use any 3s lipo you want that has a Deans connector so you can use higher capacity batteries also.
Hey man, this will be my 3rd WL Can you please do me a favor... i had/have a channel so i know answering every comment can be alot. But any way you could shoot me the battery dimension... mm or approximate inches I have a few new batteries in mind i just want them to be as snug as possible
I'm not home at the moment, but I may be able to help you sometime a little later. I wonder if that info is online somewhere, maybe wltoys website may have it.
@Rek_Rc I'm pretty good about helping myself in these moments.... when I say I tried to find it, man, for like 3 days when I get the random itch I go lookin and can't find it. It's like they are kinda keeping it hidden... But yeaa If you get a minute, I would really appreciate that of you. I'll know soon enough... few days time. It'd just be nice to have something off Amazon ordered already, thats bigger then 1300mah for my sons maiden voyage with it. I have some 3s 120c batteries... but they are rather thick, and short Plus it might be too high of a c rating
@@850RC pmsl have a laugh fella. The body shell is a massive rip off of the ARRMA typhon 3s they have just moved the side vent stickers back a bit. Look at the rear louver sections too. How the hell can you say it is nothing like it lol
Just ordered one , can't wait to get it Tomorrow
I've just bought it's Brushed Brother in an Ali express sale for £60 which I'm over the moon about.. the black and red one. I've also ordered a brushless sensored motor, a rocket RC esc sensored and a dumborc receiver.. looking forward to putting it all together 😂
With your upgrades, it's going to RIP. I hope you like it as much as I liked mine
Just did the same thing! I think I paid £55. A great price, and also will pretty quickly put in a brushless set up. Even just a brushed ecs to boost it to 3s would be good. Hope you are having a blast with yours. 👍
This is a first for me!! Subbing on the first video I’ve watched, quick to the point and honest!! Great job mate
Hey thanks I really appreciate that. What a compliment!
I can't wait to find out, I ordered mine a month ago and MakerFire just shipped it last week. Glad you have such positive things to say about it.
Can't believe you still don't have it bud. That's crazy.
It's really the very best WLtoys there has ever been. Cars like this will put them back on top of the budget RC world.
Always nice review of the Cars 🙏 Smiles pr Miles 😊Thanks REK RC😊
I had a cat that looked just like your cat does. I dunno about your cat's size, but mines was a solid 1/8 scale lol. He was somewhere around 15lbs or so, freakin YUGE! His name was Mr. Ecko... cardboard cookie with double rubber raisins if someone guesses where my cat's name came from. Here's a hint, he's a taily...
Great value. I'm mostly impress with the thick dog bones. I'm not really a heavy basher but every car I own that has dog bones get bent on every run. Both my Sunfires are down waiting on dogbones. Out of stock, DR10 drive shafts are not cheap and they are bent as well. I love how the body tucks in to keep dirt out. You did such a good job on this video I thin WL-Toys should send you a car to review. I imagine you will probably come up with a solution for the battery but other than that what a great car.
If WLtoys stays on this path and builds in it, they will be the top budget brand again I think.
Those can be upgraded on other models
Running mine the other day with a fully charged 3s; motor temps hit over 230F. Make sure you install a fan on the little motor. Other than that, this thing rocks!
Yes they do heat up. I think I forgot to mention that.
we are running 3S lipos 25c 3300mah and the motors are both fine, have you greased the diffs, wltoys have repoutation of having no grease in the diffs, id bet they are both dry or have little to no grease on the actual gear cogs.@@Rek_Rc
Regarding diffs, just spin your wheels, if they spin freely then it more than likely has no grease.
I got mine intending to upgrade the motor, and i still will i reckon as i want it at least as fast as the 124017. After taking it out today, i see the speed is perfectly fine and i can control it in the wet. I have a 124016 and on 3s that thing is INSANE, its currently perma raining where i am and its just not able to get traction in the wet, its barely able to on 2s too.
But loving these cheap RC cars, i can take them out much easier and quicker than my xmaxx.
But yeah, i think i still want it to be faster, ill get an esc that allows me to throttle the speed if required.
Ive subbed, you seem a cool dude.
I really appreciate the kind comment, and welcome aboard! I really had a great time with the 124008, I would have liked more speed as well, but once I realized how well it drives I didn't mind that it was a bit slower. But a bit more speed is always welcome.
@@Rek_Rc yeah that's it, it drives really nice.
What a great review! Just ordered one after it. Thank you so much.
I hope yours serves you as well as mine did me. I really appreciate the comment as well!
Could you buy two 124008 differentials and 2 sets of cvd drive shafts and put them into a 124017 to have larger axels that are less likely to bend
Great info. Completely agree bud. Only found one place to buy chassis parts at this point. I'm sure that will change. Great vid brother.
Same, from WLtoys direct. They are reliable, but it can take a while for parts to arrive from them.
yeah I've been searching also, love to pick up a new body and spoiler, metal bumper for the front lol
Great review..but you never mentioned how long that battery lasted..it looks pretty big..thanks
It did seem to last a good while
Awesome pro and con list. Sounds like an amazing car….. especially the durability.
I gotta be honest, I never thought I would be talking about how durable a WLtoys car is, they hit a home run with this car.
How about the gears inside the car? is it durable? Metal gears? Thanks🔥❤️
They've been holding up well for me. I haven't even blown a diff yet, which is a common wltoys weakness.
I love your channel and learned so much from your videos as a newbie. May I ask what is the wheelbase of wltoys 124008 or 124017 and can I use a Tamiya rally car body on it's chassis. More power !
Thank you so much! I'm glad you're involved in the hobby! I don't actually have that car anymore, but I believe some Tamiya bodies would fit it, I just can't think of which exact ones.
Make sure you order some extra center drive shafts. They don't last long and you will have to disassemble the entire car to replace it.
Just got one of these and a motorcycle ran it over just bent the shell and kept going!!! No damage to the chassis or suspension 😮😮… the only issue with the car so far is I’m getting a slight delay
broken shock tower and suspension arms seems to be a common problem, seems it could do with a foam bumper on the front
I'm waiting one, the price I paid was unbeliavable.
You'll have a good time with it.
Well, to me the battery is certainly the deal breaker, not because its not able to charge using hobby chargers without any mods, its because i can't use all of my 3s batteries i had from my planes and quadcopters.. Hope they can come out with a mod for battery strips
I charge the included battery with my standard battery charger the charge lead cost £1.20 posted and I bought an xt60 to deans connector for £1.56 and use 3s 2200mah CNHL packs with this connector the cable across the top holds it in without any additional straps ! I did greese the diffs on mine
Good information. Someone out there will find it useful. My diffs were actually greased, but with WLtoys it's always a good idea to check.
@@stevearmett1565thank you bro, I managed to get that battery 👍
Great video, makes me even keener to get mine out the box, but alas, I'm waiting on the seller to let me know what's happening after they sent me the wrong battery... Hopefully won't be expected to return it! Which capacity battery are you using that lasted the 40mins?
Only 1300 mAh 25c it won't last 40 mins of constant movement especially at full throttle, but driving how I was in the video it lasts a long time.
@@Rek_Rc That's reassuring, thank you! I ordered the 2000mAh option, but received the 1300mAh, so it's good to know it'll still last a good while :)
Hello, what screws did you glue with the super glu ?
I didn't glue the screws. I just gorilla glued the plastic steering hinge bracket back in place. It's held up ever since.
Hello, my 124008 I have only used it 4 times and a rear dogbone wore out the mouth of a cup of a tire, I have not jumped, nor collided with anything... I've talked about this in other groups and some people have had the same thing, apparently the dogbone comes a little short and doesn't go all the way inside like it should. You've noticed this flaw ?.. What could I do to avoid this? Some say that by putting a round inside the cup of the differential... I'd like to hear your point of view. Thank you.
I didn't have that issue, but I also haven't driven that car for a while now.
@@Rek_Rc And haven't you noticed that dogbones are short?
@@eduardomalcom2228 I haven't had them pop out on me. I never really took note. Maybe they are, I just didn't dig that deep into the car. I haven't encountered a reason yet.
@@Rek_Rc Thanks Rek
@@eduardomalcom2228 Im sorry I couldn't help more with your issue. I just haven't encountered it, so any advice I give could end up being bad advice.
How long does it take to charge the battery with the original charger?
About an hour and a half
@@Rek_Rc thank you
what do you think man this car is really durable or not ? i am thinking between this one or the mjx 1/16 !
That's a tough one. They are both very tough and cheap.
I like it Definitely going to get one in the near future 😁
For how cheap they are, they are well with every penny, great value RC, and if you don't take it to the SKATEPARK, it shouldn't break much unless some random big crash or something extreme happens. But it even did really well in the skatepark video also.
can I upgrade to a 3s lipo 5200mah? for the 008 model
As long as it fits, but that's a big battery to cram into that chassis unless it's like a shorty pack, but then the battery strap would fit. But in cases like that, I just mounting tape batteries in if stock straps don't fit
are those the same engine ans esc of the 124017? i want to buy it but it comes with 2s and i want to get a 3s for it but since this comes with it im sure its able to support 3s while im not with 124017
No, it's a 45a ESC but still 3s able, . You can swap the motor and ESC to be the same as the 124017 and it would be an absolute rocket then I'm sure.
@@Rek_Rc ok ill buy the 124008 and later swap from 124017 and metal parts even if it would be cheaper tu buy 124017 and put a new receiver so no cog and will be able to use a lot of batteries while i cant with the 08 so i still dont know but ill prob go with 08
@@Rek_Rc can u send me some link of the the thing i should put for upgrade like the esc motor and other parts?(if you can from bangood since thats where im getting the buggy from) Im ignorant in this so if you can help rhat would be great im able to put electronics together but idk what to buy since im starting now
@@darider8069 I think I can help you there. It might take some digging though so give me a bit
I'm thinking of buying this as my first brushless RC, what is the battery life of this thing? From what I've seen, most brushless cars of this scale have battery lifes of less than 15 minutes which is a huge downside for me. Are there any batteries that would improve battery life without draining my card?
The battery life is good, constant driving is 15 or so minutes, bashing about had lasted up to 30 for me also. But you can use any 3s lipo you want that has a Deans connector so you can use higher capacity batteries also.
@@Rek_Rc can you recommend any batteries? I'm unsure of the size that would fit the car
@@08KoolBoy zee 2200 Mah 3s should fit perfectly. They are close in size to the stock ones.
will the 124007 model better than 008?
I can't say because I've only driven the 124008 model. But it was fantastic.
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Yep I want one
They rock, they'll be 109 dollars tomorrow.
You won't be disappointed.
Rlarrlo actually copied wltoys but did it so much better unless you’re talking about the new tub style plastic chassis that I’m not sure about
GREAT VIDEO BRO I JUST SUBBED YOUR CHANNEL
Awe man thanks, you're awesome. I appreciate that!
6 bad things, no oem parts available yet in the UK.
😊
Hey man, this will be my 3rd WL
Can you please do me a favor... i had/have a channel so i know answering every comment can be alot.
But any way you could shoot me the battery dimension... mm or approximate inches
I have a few new batteries in mind i just want them to be as snug as possible
Thanks again
I'm not home at the moment, but I may be able to help you sometime a little later. I wonder if that info is online somewhere, maybe wltoys website may have it.
@Rek_Rc I'm pretty good about helping myself in these moments.... when I say I tried to find it, man, for like 3 days when I get the random itch I go lookin and can't find it.
It's like they are kinda keeping it hidden...
But yeaa
If you get a minute, I would really appreciate that of you.
I'll know soon enough... few days time.
It'd just be nice to have something off Amazon ordered already, thats bigger then 1300mah for my sons maiden voyage with it. I have some 3s 120c batteries... but they are rather thick, and short
Plus it might be too high of a c rating
@@overboardentertainment1569 I had a look too and couldn't find it either.
Now $245, DOH!!!
What? That's insane
aliexpress under $100 delivered
Arrma typhon rip off
This RC is NOTHING like the Typhon.
@@850RC pmsl have a laugh fella. The body shell is a massive rip off of the ARRMA typhon 3s they have just moved the side vent stickers back a bit. Look at the rear louver sections too. How the hell can you say it is nothing like it lol
Lmfaooo does it matter 😂 mfer almost kills a arma