What I love about all these Traxxas videos is it reminds of rooting for the underdog in drag racing. It’s like rooting for the amc amx to beat the big block Camaro that’s got all the expensive parts and loses because of driver skill
Racing 1/8 across California for many years I’ve seen guys with more money than skill. I love how you show that tires and suspension are one of the best adjustments people can make . Most want to start with power or change 10 things at one time . Enjoying your videos . 🤙🏼
This channel is addictive. Yup, subscribed. After watching the Bandito transformation, (and I love a good underdog story, as I was competitive with a rustler and a bandit in local racing) this hits my soft spots! Effing awesome!
I am loving these videos. It makes me want to buy a Bandit and go stick it to the "pro racer" at the local hobby shop one of these weekends. He's a huge Traxxas hater for no good reason when you're trying to spend money in the store.
Loads of people get into RC and develop a deep love BECAUSE of traxxas. I myself have actually returned to running traxxas for racing. Brought the fun back!
I'm a newer viewer to your channel. Really enjoy watching the stock and modified bandit videos also. Glad your not drama like some of the other channels. Keep them coming.
Great series of videos. I recently purchased a Slash roller for Spec racing. Now, with your videos might plan on purchasing Bandit and pulling all the electronics to the Slash. Then, I’ll have a Bandit as my race project buggy. Keep the videos rolling in!
I think the slash vxl with the new updated transmission has so much potential to be competitive with the lcg mod and proper suspension tuning. Great work on these videos brother. Loving em
I’m really enjoying your stock traxxas videos. I find it more fun just going back to basics. Instead of “I have to have the best” just go out there and have fun with some budget friendly RC’s. My son and I have several Team Associated SCT’s and Buggies also some Slash 2wd converted LCG and a 4WD slash anyways, we went back and got some basic stock Slash’s and have more fun than ever. That’s what it’s all about HAVE FUN
It’s almost always going to come down to the driver, but even more so with these 2wd classes. When you get into the 4x4 classes where the trucks are easier to drive fast and more forgiving, I think the more consistent handling of the race kits will show up better. But even then I think it’s mostly driver and tire selection. If I had to guess, all the racers on that drivers stand could randomly trade remotes with someone else and the race again and the finishing order would be pretty similar.
I have a slash that I just started racing. I had it for about 8 years but rebuilt it recently. Finished 1st in the B main in my first race and 3rd in the a main on my second race. Thanks for the video!
Yep! We've been farting around with them for years. The real issue is that once its setup well to be faster in your hands than your other truck there isn't much of the original slash left.
Was up there Friday an got my Losi 1970 chevelle John is a great guy I really like him! Very fair an very knowledgeable dude! Big dog rc is bad ass, oh yeah we found that TR speedway, hope to see u there man! That’s another bad ass place
Biggest disadvantage the Slash has is weight, even with the LCG chassis. I'd be interested to see a weight comparison of one of your competitors 'race' trucks vs your slash in the next video. At my local track (which has a *lot* of long time racers, who seriously out skill me) I could never get within 4 laps of their overall times during racing, but I had a lot of fun trying.
Great video! Loved the Bandito build series also. I tried a Latrax SST recently and my mind was blown! Great RTR for only $120ish dollars. Highly recommend getting one. Because I bet it would give your 2WD Slash a run for its money. No disrespect intended, just my humble opinion.
For some stupid reason I assumed you'd be racing the 4x4 Slash. But as friends I've had in North America have told me about assuming things.... Fun vid as always. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this truck.
I’ve been running a one for years I did the bandit lcg conversion before they came out with their new chassis. people are always surprised when I say it’s just a 2 wheel slash
My 'stock' truck is a 4x4 slash vxl. By stock i mean factorious motor and esc. It runs 18/50 gearing. Ally shocks, wheels and tyres, centre diff, and a sway bar kit. So just handling mods really. Asthetics, it looks like your mod stashito runs rpm front and rear bumpers. If they are rpm, i run the same only as you can fit a wheelie bar. Racing, probably not such an issue, but for bashing the vxl slash gets hot so i run aftermarket fans on the motor and esc. They help but just by prolonging the overheating time. My 'stock' slash tops out at 65mph. My very heavy and non stock properly basher, a traxxas maxx converted to 6s with all the bits and 27/46 gears tops out at 92mph. Slash is way cheaper....
Weird, my 2wd slash kit came with different tires than the RTR 2wd slash? Same rims? Never noticed that 🤔 2wd slash’s are so great for tracks though, they feel perfect. My losi DBpro is DUMB fast around the track but that’s just for casual laps, sadly nobody races those 🤣
Sweet video! This series has inspired me and probably others to try out some racing. What decent radio would you recommend to start racing? Currently I’m running a spectrum rugged dx5. Thanks
Go see John he has best deals around, I’m sure he would be glad to sell u the slemmer demo, I was there Friday an got the new Losi 1970 chevelle that just got released friday
@@mxacres Very cool concept in general. I wish more tracks would promote a less expensive class like the bandito box stock with maybe just hexes and tires like you did at 1st. It would be an inxpensive way to "dip a toe" and catch the bug. Great chance to get more ppl interested.
lmao, the slash is a different story. The bandit at least has the dna of an old classic like the b4.2, that slash design is just antithetical to going fast.
With a great or good driver up against an average driver, sure. Truck against truck. Not a chance. Seen far too many slashes show up at the track in my day, and they don't match up no matter how much you spend.
NO, it can't! lol Even the upgraded traxxas servo is slow as molasses. Even if you upgrade to non traxxas electronics, the rest of the vehicle is so heavy that it can't compete with Associated, Tekno, or Losi. Not even close
I dont quite understand how those tires get caked up. You guys must have a very very soft clay compound at your track. I dont ever remember my tires or anyone elses ever picking up clay after running it.
What I love about all these Traxxas videos is it reminds of rooting for the underdog in drag racing. It’s like rooting for the amc amx to beat the big block Camaro that’s got all the expensive parts and loses because of driver skill
I agree 100%
Racing 1/8 across California for many years I’ve seen guys with more money than skill. I love how you show that tires and suspension are one of the best adjustments people can make . Most want to start with power or change 10 things at one time .
Enjoying your videos . 🤙🏼
This channel is addictive. Yup, subscribed. After watching the Bandito transformation, (and I love a good underdog story, as I was competitive with a rustler and a bandit in local racing) this hits my soft spots!
Effing awesome!
Awesome, thank you!
I am loving these videos. It makes me want to buy a Bandit and go stick it to the "pro racer" at the local hobby shop one of these weekends. He's a huge Traxxas hater for no good reason when you're trying to spend money in the store.
Loads of people get into RC and develop a deep love BECAUSE of traxxas. I myself have actually returned to running traxxas for racing. Brought the fun back!
Yep those people fuel the fire
Traxxas is the iPhone of the rc world.
@@chunkybuttz844 what model are you running?
@@dwaynewilliams3077 Id say more like the nokia 3310. Exacly the same as it was 20years ago, and near indestructible.
I'm a newer viewer to your channel. Really enjoy watching the stock and modified bandit videos also. Glad your not drama like some of the other channels. Keep them coming.
Ah yes, this is great! Love seeing the incremental improvements in lap times on the track.
Loving the series. Keep it up! Mark Santa María ran a spec Slash series and the pro and open classes had their Slash trucks dialed in.
One of the better RC channels, great job on the videos. I really like the slash videos.
Ty
Just picked up a 2wd vxl a few weeks ago. Waiting for better weather before it’s first run. Bandit, now Slash. Great content!
Great series of videos. I recently purchased a Slash roller for Spec racing. Now, with your videos might plan on purchasing Bandit and pulling all the electronics to the Slash. Then, I’ll have a Bandit as my race project buggy. Keep the videos rolling in!
I think the slash vxl with the new updated transmission has so much potential to be competitive with the lcg mod and proper suspension tuning. Great work on these videos brother. Loving em
Thanks
I’m really enjoying your stock traxxas videos. I find it more fun just going back to basics. Instead of “I have to have the best” just go out there and have fun with some budget friendly RC’s. My son and I have several Team Associated SCT’s and Buggies also some Slash 2wd converted LCG and a 4WD slash anyways, we went back and got some basic stock Slash’s and have more fun than ever. That’s what it’s all about HAVE FUN
Indeed. It’s easy to get wrapped up in needing the newest, best, and being the fastest.
What's great about the Slash is it comes with a lot of vxl upgrades that other Traxxas brushed rcs do not, like all hex hardware. Great vids.
I like what you say - "You don´t need the best of everything and the most expensive stuff" ... 💪🤩
I used to think the other way, but it’s definitely true.
Love these videos. It's great to see you can actually participate with a tight budget.
You definitely can!
If we take the driver out of the equation I am now convinced that going faster is 90% tire selection and 10% everything else. Love the videos!
Dido I am loving these videos of stock traxxas cars. Especially this now about the slash. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!
It’s almost always going to come down to the driver, but even more so with these 2wd classes. When you get into the 4x4 classes where the trucks are easier to drive fast and more forgiving, I think the more consistent handling of the race kits will show up better. But even then I think it’s mostly driver and tire selection. If I had to guess, all the racers on that drivers stand could randomly trade remotes with someone else and the race again and the finishing order would be pretty similar.
I have a slash that I just started racing. I had it for about 8 years but rebuilt it recently. Finished 1st in the B main in my first race and 3rd in the a main on my second race. Thanks for the video!
👍🏻👍🏻
@@mxacres went and bought an AE B6.2 🫣 the addiction is getting real
Yep! We've been farting around with them for years. The real issue is that once its setup well to be faster in your hands than your other truck there isn't much of the original slash left.
Was up there Friday an got my Losi 1970 chevelle John is a great guy I really like him! Very fair an very knowledgeable dude! Big dog rc is bad ass, oh yeah we found that TR speedway, hope to see u there man! That’s another bad ass place
I’m trying to get there before winter is over!
Biggest disadvantage the Slash has is weight, even with the LCG chassis. I'd be interested to see a weight comparison of one of your competitors 'race' trucks vs your slash in the next video. At my local track (which has a *lot* of long time racers, who seriously out skill me) I could never get within 4 laps of their overall times during racing, but I had a lot of fun trying.
These are great videos ! So true about the club level....
Great video! Loved the Bandito build series also. I tried a Latrax SST recently and my mind was blown! Great RTR for only $120ish dollars. Highly recommend getting one. Because I bet it would give your 2WD Slash a run for its money. No disrespect intended, just my humble opinion.
For some stupid reason I assumed you'd be racing the 4x4 Slash. But as friends I've had in North America have told me about assuming things....
Fun vid as always. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this truck.
You've been killing it with these videos!! Awesome content!!
Thank you
So great to see some Slash action! Would love to see more on your mod slash!
On the way
Big dog isn’t far from me that’s sick! 🤘
Pretty sure I'm gonna be racing indoor carpet off road this summer ,its gonna be a rustlerrito
I’ve been running a one for years I did the bandit lcg conversion before they came out with their new chassis. people are always surprised when I say it’s just a 2 wheel slash
What shocks are you running?
Love Stock Slash racing, I might have to get me another one. That would make number....... five!
You too need an intervention 😂
@@mxacres 😃 I do! LOL!
Man I slay shit with my 2wd slash it beyond funny the stuff it can outrun around the track setup proper.
What shocks are you running
I hit like before even starting the video. And here we go...
😂 thanks
Best series ever 🙂
Thank w
My 'stock' truck is a 4x4 slash vxl. By stock i mean factorious motor and esc. It runs 18/50 gearing. Ally shocks, wheels and tyres, centre diff, and a sway bar kit. So just handling mods really. Asthetics, it looks like your mod stashito runs rpm front and rear bumpers. If they are rpm, i run the same only as you can fit a wheelie bar. Racing, probably not such an issue, but for bashing the vxl slash gets hot so i run aftermarket fans on the motor and esc. They help but just by prolonging the overheating time.
My 'stock' slash tops out at 65mph. My very heavy and non stock properly basher, a traxxas maxx converted to 6s with all the bits and 27/46 gears tops out at 92mph. Slash is way cheaper....
Hey mxacres! I’m getting into racing, could you do a full build overview of the slashito?
Yep already working on it. 👍🏻
@@mxacres I can’t wait! Picked up a slash bl2s to start a build with
aint been out to big dog in a long time gonna have to swing out soon with the new t maxx
👍👍
Wow ! You have a ref of the slick tires ??
Weird, my 2wd slash kit came with different tires than the RTR 2wd slash? Same rims? Never noticed that 🤔
2wd slash’s are so great for tracks though, they feel perfect. My losi DBpro is DUMB fast around the track but that’s just for casual laps, sadly nobody races those 🤣
Yessss
Weather it's short course, buggy or whatever else. Eveytime I see one of these videos just adding better tires will help out alot.
It’s the biggest improvement
Sweet video! This series has inspired me and probably others to try out some racing. What decent radio would you recommend to start racing? Currently I’m running a spectrum rugged dx5. Thanks
I got a flysky fs-gt3b for my slash because I lost my Traxxas radio and have had no problems with mine. I paid $48 for the radio and receiver
I use a sanwa 12rs. It’s what I started with 3 years ago so I don’t really have any advice on radios except I do love mine .
What shocks do u have on the lcg slash
Ae t6.2 shocks from my stadium
I don't track race but was curious what pin/spur gearing size is on that LCG Slash. Is it using the 32-p gear type the 4x4 Slash uses?
Both cars run 48p gears......
It has a proline transmission with 32pt. I’m currently running 56/18 with a 7.5 motor which is way too fast for this track 😂
Hey man im in pa.. can i get dibs on the demo? Just gettin back into rc again and definatly need a slash. A good deal would be nice
Go see John he has best deals around, I’m sure he would be glad to sell u the slemmer demo, I was there Friday an got the new Losi 1970 chevelle that just got released friday
Big dog Rc in stoneboro Pa. Give them a call and ask for Jon. If he still has it I’m sure you’ll get a deal on it!
How far is this from Allentown?
Stoneboro Pa. Probably a few hours.
What shocks are on the mod slash?
Ae t6.2 stadium truck shocks.
did you break in the stock tires or run cold?
Cold. It was a demo.
@@mxacres Very cool concept in general. I wish more tracks would promote a less expensive class like the bandito box stock with maybe just hexes and tires like you did at 1st. It would be an inxpensive way to "dip a toe" and catch the bug. Great chance to get more ppl interested.
lmao, the slash is a different story. The bandit at least has the dna of an old classic like the b4.2, that slash design is just antithetical to going fast.
TOMCATTT
Lcg and a velenion … you’ll be on a podium.
Good 👏
Wouldn’t a different chassis on your slash technically not making a slash anymore?
The blue one is a LCG Traxxas slash chassis
It would make it a modified slash.
With a great or good driver up against an average driver, sure. Truck against truck. Not a chance. Seen far too many slashes show up at the track in my day, and they don't match up no matter how much you spend.
We shall see.
NO, it can't! lol Even the upgraded traxxas servo is slow as molasses. Even if you upgrade to non traxxas electronics, the rest of the vehicle is so heavy that it can't compete with Associated, Tekno, or Losi. Not even close
here in aus it sucks slash is $619.99 aus
Wow !
It’s called Traxxas slash
Would have been nice to not have annoying music playing.
Turn the volume down.fixed.
@@mxacres
Don't play music. Fixed!
Will the bandito motor bolt right into a slash?
Yes it will
I dont quite understand how those tires get caked up. You guys must have a very very soft clay compound at your track. I dont ever remember my tires or anyone elses ever picking up clay after running it.
That was about a exciting as watching a dripping faucet, what an anticlimactic video.?....🤭🙄😬