@@OhGadz Look at the pics on the right on this wiki. It's an axle type unique to certain offroad vehicles like the Unimogs and Hummers. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_axle
Glad to see you doing a review on this beast! Nice custom front grille too. Hopefully James Knight will put an actual Benzo three point star on it cause that would make it truly realistic.
I got the yeti, the bomber, scx10 cherokee, all kits.I will buy this next.All my bashers and nitro's hardly see daylight anymore.Portals? I don't need no stinking portals!
Amen to that. Just wish my RC4WD shocks didn't have stiction problems (I tried a few fixes, and they still like to stick until cycled through a couple of times before a run)...
@@TheRCNetwork Yep. Works for a couple runs, problem then returns. I also tried new O-rings (green slimed of course) last rebuild as well. Shafts are nice & straight, and springs are installed properly (rings don't bind on the shock bodies). It's only a slight annoyance - better then having puddles of shock oil everywhere like the Axial shocks. ;-D
Just picked one of these up and ordered the Mercedes grille from Shapeways and the metal forward battery relocation tray and bumper/ servo mount. Can't wait to start the build....👍
I like the direction Axial is going with this truck, and they are still my favorite platform, even owning a trx-4 sport and a Gen8. As far as axles go.... I would like to see Axial have both options. Ya get a bigger harvest if you plant seeds on both sides of the fence
They are both good as far as the axles, portals or not. One thing I notice with my trx4 portals is my clearance is awesome with almost no torque twist and I can lower ride with body height shock lengthens etc. for my 1.9 wraith I installed BIC pen springs inside the shock shafts under the pistons. Used LOSI 100wt oil. I experience little torque twist as they are terrible out of the box. I’m super happy with that set up as well. Need to be on both sides of the fence to appreciate both designs. Thx again for your video and thx for selling me into the kit mog for axial!😂
You did a splendid job on this build. I just thought I would mention that ScalerFab has already come out with comp style metal front bumper as well as sliders to match!? Now portals have become the new standard. Just like SCX10 did when they dominated the market for a while. Thx again😁✌
I was on the fence to buy or not. But after watching your evaluation I have decided to add this vehicle to my fleet. You get a "D" for Darn Good Job!!! Thank you.
Thanks for the review! I've been seriously looking at this kit and you've convinced me. I think I'll paint the outside though because it just doesn't look right shiny.
Donnie Branhams FC taught me the trick to portals under an Axial. Droop the suspension and custom panhard/steering links to keep the geometry correct. He used modified Gmade R1s since that's what was available. Since I got it at KnK last year, it has had TRX axles and now VP portals. Works great even with the weight of the body if driven in a scale manner. It certainly is no comp truck, except C0. The VPs are nice and heavy, and have optional overdrive. So you will get added performance in your pursuit of scale realism just as I did.
I am new to the crawler world but I think that a lot has to do with the nature of the driver's line choice. Such as how or the which way they choose to attack an obstacle. I just picked up an Axial SCX10 CRC Unlimited edition and it has impressed me so far! I would like to do a few things to improve its performance. Keep up the awesome video's and I enjoy watching them.
I want to build a kit with my son soon. We built a Tamiya buggy a while back but I saw this as well as other crawlers. The kit without anything is $299. I’d need a $20 brushed esc, $10 crawler motor and another servo and receiver so all in using the radio I have it would only be $50-60 more than the Redcat Gen8 ready to go (with a crappy radio)
i like the way you review, nice clean and you know how to talk. I'm a semi truck driver and have always liked the Mercedes Umg. I have been looking for a kit to build and crawling is something I want to get back into. I got away from it in the early 2000 because the trucks looked stupid to me. Now they are like the real deal and what people are doing to there rigs is crazy. Thanks agin and you got a new Subscriber. And yes I'm a XMAXX send it guy.
I love portals, they're a neat addition to tiny trucks but like you, I agree they aren't "better". They raise your center of gravity, alter your gearing and add more failure points - so they aren't an "upgrade" so much as a different school of thought when it comes to approaching your favorite trail spots. I recently sold my Axial Cherokee to fund a Gen8 and I couldn't be happier, but that has more to do with the looks of the Redcat than the performance (which is also awesome!). Should you get portals or a portal'd truck? Sure! Will they make you a better driver? Maybe?!?!?!?! Probably not. Only you or Pat Morita can bring the best you to the surface, and with Miyagi-san no longer with us, looks like it's up to you, bud.
Don't think portals are necessary, but I think it would definitely up it crawl ability. With the short wheel base absolutely love it. Like the way you set yours up.
Another successful review SBG! Portals on vehicles for scale factor. If you really know how to drive your rig it wouldn’t matter if you have portals or not. Most of the time you’ll know if it can take a particular line or not.
First I don't care for the looks of portal axles , want to switch mine on my trx4. Second what was the tape around the motor ? Looks awesome , you did a great job. Definitely have to pick one of them up.
@@scalebuildersguild that doesn't surprise me , that guy is pretty smart. I would think it would make the motor hot but evidently not. Gonna have to get my daughter one she loves the mud ! Lol
I have portals on my Axial Jeep Cherokee they do cause other problems like raising the centre of gravity , I love the unimog, I drove real one it was awesome,also repaired it as I am a mechanic, so the unimog body is in my future, great video it was great 👍
Portals and whether they are necessary..... we've gone forever without them and done great. Fantastic performance from non portal axles. Sure, from a scale accuracy perspective they are cool. And do offer better ground clearance. But like you said, pick a good line and drive it. I just don't think they are the "end all be all" either. That being said, if I was building a UM or other truck that had them in 1:1, I would include them for the accuracy.
Much appreciation for yet another great video! Really like how this one turned out, and the Knight Customs grille definitely makes it look more the part.
In almost every case I would take the position that portals are not necessary. The only exception is a Unimog! Lol. As soon as I saw the release that it was a Unimog, I immediately got excited thinking that Axial must have created their own portal axle design. It’s just that for scale sake, Unimog and portals go hand in hand. To me anyway.
I've bought this unimog as it fetures new tech body clip and mount system with shorter wheel base, i can't wait to finish my build. and 1 more thing, i am a huge fan of axial racing product. 😁
Your right it doesn’t need portals but it should have them. But it’s just horses for courses, I’ve just ordered the kit and some portals so I can have both options. Awesome vid by the way.
Portals have the advantage that you do not brake in the mud with the diff housing. In the wet field you do not need tires as big as a tractor. big tractor tires are hopping at a higher speed. on the steep slope you are absolutely right, because the center of gravity is higher.
I think they changed the plastic on the axle cases too. Broke my chub only 3 runs in on my 1.9 wraith. Wasn’t in a bind and wasn’t even go fast. I launched about a foot off the ground and landed on the side of 1 wheel. I had the honcho and it never snapped on me and I was way harder on that thing.
I run my mog where dirt bikes run,with 40-50feet hills up and down no prob...been in hobby 40+years,first kit I could take out without support equipment,nuff said.
I very curious how you set your shocks up to be so smooth and soft? Did you order a different spring that Axial offers? What weight shock oil did you use, and how much? As always, great video and thanks for your review :)
I think portals are good in the right situation. A big heavy truck I can understand because you don’t really want to get hung up on anything. But for most vehicles I don’t think they are a need. Don’t get me wrong I do like them
Can you update us, are the shocks still working good? I have a kit coming and was going to order some Kings or Powerstrokes, or maybe even the new SSDs, but might not need to right away if the stock ones work good. Also glad I watched this, I was about to order wheels too until you said they're beadlocks, I didn't realise that either, so thanks, you might have saved me a bunch of money for accessories :D
Shocks are still leak-free, which isn't to say it'll never happen. We all know the stock kit shocks are slightly better than their plastic brethren, but leaks will inevitably occur I think.
Those round lights make all the difference, but a strong looking kit though. The builders kit still seems like the logical choice however if you're in the market to build one up, just makes more sense to me. Great video 👍🏻
Scale Builder's Guild - Wow! You just let me know that the builder's kit doesn't come with the scale transfer case! 😳 I'd assumed it did and didn't check. Noob alert 🙄 That changes things.
I think they have their place, like on vehicles that actually have them in real life if you're going down the scale route, but if you don't care and not into the scale look, then it's personal choice, if you have the spare cash and they work then go for it, if you can make your truck do things that you want without them, then that's cool too. It would be boring if we were all the same.
Might see a Samurai build off this wheelbase :) And holy moly beadlocks in the kit! I have never tried portals so I cant have a fair opinion on them but I do think they look funny.
I built a new SCX10 just to put my TRX-4 portals and this body when it's available. Traxxas has the Mercedes licencing with the G-Wagon so I could see UniMOG coming
@@greggk1061 have you seen competition rc crawlers? They have a really low ground clearance due to most of them using on axle motors. But I'm willing to bet they are a shit ton more capable than any trx4 or axial trail truck. It's about the entire package and how it uses the clearance it has.
Love the 'mog look. Slap some TRX4 axles under there and your all proper. Portals are great. If you're off-road more ground clearance is good, period. Also, I agree with Tugg-matte finish would be sweet. -"Angry" Dave
Morning Matt, I don't think portals are necessary for all rigs.. are they nice? Sure I suppose so, but not needed. However.... that being said I would definitely want them on a rig that is supposed to have them. Unimogs need portals! Lol. Great looking truck. I have to say I'm not a fan of the one piece axles Axial have come out with now though. I would much rather be able to change out a C-hub than buy a new axle housing as I have broken one or 2 (both from a very high tumble).. but that's just my 2 cents.. nice video and thanks for what you do for us, a lot of great advice, new ideas, and just sharing. 👍
Sweet digs looking good bud. I'm just finishing up an MST CFX build with a Tamiya Unimog body and this thing comes out.. Sigh Haha. But I did have a question, you have tape over the vents on your Holmes Motor. Is that to protect from Water incursion? Do you have to be careful with heat?
I'm a huge fan accuracy so I would only put portals on a Uni or I would love to build an H1 but that's independent suspension. I started with RC4WD so I believe I may have ruined plastic axles for myself but I really want something I can bounce around without worrying if I'm going to crack a housing, do you think an Axial would be a better purchase for fun sake?
Well, portals pop up quite a bit in full sized off roaders in the aftermarket. BUT as you say, they aren't the end all and be all. They have uses - pending on application of course. :-) I'm indifferent - just run your fav piece of kit, portals or not. I'm not starting anything - just agreeing. :-)
I would like to see portals on that set up. They are a little bit pricey. I noticed a lot of flex in the suspension are the spring a softer set than the normal scx10 2 rigs? By the way another great review thanks for all the info.
I'm lagging behind never had scx 10 ..portals just something else to go wrong !!! Great looking mog and always the best review !! Good luck with monthly mayhem challenge ...
I have an scx10ii non portal and a Gen8 with love them both. In some cases portals have an advantage. But my axial kills trx4s all day. Again love all my rigs. Even my twin hammes.
German truck. German helmet. For you know scale people. They need to make military unimogs for historical reference in all them scale military rc builds. What length are the axles? Can any of the portal options in axcial lineup that fit? Would it be better to build a body off a frame with portals or options for portals if the say, capra axles don’t fit? I heard vanquish, are they giving portal options?
It's a Holmes Hobbies Motor TopHat for sealed-endbell brushed motors - keeps more of the muck out - available here: holmeshobbies.com/motors/parts-and-accessories/holmes-motor-tophat-for-non-rebuildables.html
I like that rig more and more.. think i need one👌😍 hmm like always... great review.. you are one of those duudes... that do this hobby awesome👌🤜🤛 cheers.
Awsome mog. I noticed it has metal shock housing.. Do they come with the kit aswell or personalized? And thank you for the never disappointing kick @$$ vids great job and thank you for the inspiration!!
!!!O.M.G!!! Becky!!!...I can't believe you'd even ask if portals are better than regular axles! Hahaha I use to be a really good driver when I had one crawler....now I'm just "ok". Portals make an "ok" driver(like me)look good and a good driver look great...that's everything else being equal. Of course you have to deal with the higher center-of-gravity. As of this moment , personally or only have one non-portal rig and that's King Midas 6x6 , it's my old AX10 comp rig. Everything else is TRX4's and a CFX-W with Deadloc RC Portals....oh....and my BC8 Mammoth. See you at Pro-line By The Fire.
Like you I feel for scale accuracy on that truck portals are a must. However personally I have never them to better on the trail then regular axles. Anywhere my truck with portals got my trucks with standard axles were able to get.
I find portals way overhyped. Yes, they give you ground clearance but they also higher your COG which is quite problematic ;) I believe the rig should be designed and built specifically for portals. I'm not fan of putting them everywhere apart from really scale builds like g-klasse, humvee, unimogs etc or heavily modified cars (I've seen some Patrol's with portals ;) ). With love from Poland
Just ordered mine last night. Hated the look of them at first. Then i went to my first comp and a few people were using them, and it quickly grew on me. I need an axial anyway own 3 trx4s and a gen8. Quick question? See any possible options to get the body posts on? Id like to get a 2door wrangler body.
Love the scx10 ii platform, portals for scale look,not for performance. Love your paint job l am working on projects wright know inspired by you and many other s. Have a great trip.
So Axial made a pretty large truck smaller than a Jeep Cherokee... You could put a Jeep in the bed of an Unimog. Of all the vehicles that should have portal axles, the Unimog and Hummer are pretty much it. Granted Mercedes put portals on the 6x6 G63.
Well I have been in the rc hobby for 25 years now and Axial started this class/cars on 2005 there where the absolute top at the time today I have only the trx4, and in mij opinion the trx4 has a few advantages to Axial scx10 the first plus the steering bar it sits very high with Axial in the past that was the first thing you hit with crawling second the trx4 has ground clearance because it's a u turn design parts after parts available worldwide differentials locking system is also a plus in mij personal opinion today the trx4 is the absolute top of the bil, but Axial is nr 2 in mij eyes still I will buy the honcho v2 or this umg10 kit
Portals or not, let's just all try to get along respectfully 👍 Happy trails everyone, keep the rubber side down!
100% Well said my friend.
Dudes I'm noob to crawling what does portal mean in rc terms, regards
@@OhGadz Look at the pics on the right on this wiki. It's an axle type unique to certain offroad vehicles like the Unimogs and Hummers. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_axle
Glad to see you doing a review on this beast! Nice custom front grille too. Hopefully James Knight will put an actual Benzo three point star on it cause that would make it truly realistic.
I doubt you could get a three pointer from James, for you know, not getting sued. Maybe he'll do a logo-free version?
@@scalebuildersguild Yes, there is a "no logo" version now available :)
I got the yeti, the bomber, scx10 cherokee, all kits.I will buy this next.All my bashers and nitro's hardly see daylight anymore.Portals? I don't need no stinking portals!
Ha, thanks for the comment!
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When your brand new Axial shocks don’t leak 😃
Hahahaha
Amen to that. Just wish my RC4WD shocks didn't have stiction problems (I tried a few fixes, and they still like to stick until cycled through a couple of times before a run)...
Reggie Reginato you try green slime?
@@TheRCNetwork Yep. Works for a couple runs, problem then returns. I also tried new O-rings (green slimed of course) last rebuild as well. Shafts are nice & straight, and springs are installed properly (rings don't bind on the shock bodies). It's only a slight annoyance - better then having puddles of shock oil everywhere like the Axial shocks. ;-D
Just picked one of these up and ordered the Mercedes grille from Shapeways and the metal forward battery relocation tray and bumper/ servo mount.
Can't wait to start the build....👍
I like the direction Axial is going with this truck, and they are still my favorite platform, even owning a trx-4 sport and a Gen8. As far as axles go.... I would like to see Axial have both options. Ya get a bigger harvest if you plant seeds on both sides of the fence
For sure, and who knows what the future may hold. Maybe that has something to do with what they're planning on showing at AxialFest!
Portals not a must have on a RC Truck,but a must have on a Mog !Very nice grill!
Yep, for sure!
You're channel deserves more attention one of my favorites
portals! Accurate and beneficial. i know this is old but i got this for my sons 1st crawler today and he loves it.
What a great truck and great video again from you sir!
Thanks Earl!
I picked one up last Friday, what a cool build. Going to take me awhile. Ordered the 2 speed for it. So doing the body while I’m waiting.
Took mine for 1st run today. Awesome so for! Now time for paint and scale. Seeing yours! Im rethinking paint scheme
Nice, can't wait to see more of these out there.
This is my latest kit I'm building, it's well done and I'll be picking up at least two more!
Nice!
They are both good as far as the axles, portals or not. One thing I notice with my trx4 portals is my clearance is awesome with almost no torque twist and I can lower ride with body height shock lengthens etc. for my 1.9 wraith I installed BIC pen springs inside the shock shafts under the pistons. Used LOSI 100wt oil. I experience little torque twist as they are terrible out of the box. I’m super happy with that set up as well. Need to be on both sides of the fence to appreciate both designs. Thx again for your video and thx for selling me into the kit mog for axial!😂
That's called droop!
You did a splendid job on this build. I just thought I would mention that ScalerFab has already come out with comp style metal front bumper as well as sliders to match!? Now portals have become the new standard. Just like SCX10 did when they dominated the market for a while. Thx again😁✌
I've seen their stuff for the UMG. May have to check out that bumper!
Awesome, probably my first Axial! 😂 Yours looks perfect good job Matt! 👍
I'm amazed you've never owned one Matteo! Get on it!
Bitte Matteo...das hast du jetzt nicht gesagt, oder? 😭
Portal axles are a big help on the trail. From a performance perspective it makes a world of difference.
Are they though? There's tradeoffs with everything.
This will be my next crawler purchase for sure.
Nice one!
I was on the fence to buy or not. But after watching your evaluation I have decided to add this vehicle to my fleet. You get a "D" for Darn Good Job!!! Thank you.
Huzzah! Best grade I've ever gotten!
Thank you. Best Axial Kit Yet! I'm staying out of the PORTAL WARS per doctors orders. Love the paintjob bro!!
Hahahaha
Completely agree with the portal axles on things that didn't yet not sticking them on things that should
Thanks for the review! I've been seriously looking at this kit and you've convinced me. I think I'll paint the outside though because it just doesn't look right shiny.
Go for it! Make it your own!
Donnie Branhams FC taught me the trick to portals under an Axial. Droop the suspension and custom panhard/steering links to keep the geometry correct. He used modified Gmade R1s since that's what was available. Since I got it at KnK last year, it has had TRX axles and now VP portals. Works great even with the weight of the body if driven in a scale manner. It certainly is no comp truck, except C0. The VPs are nice and heavy, and have optional overdrive. So you will get added performance in your pursuit of scale realism just as I did.
Yep, when setup properly, they can be pretty great.
I am new to the crawler world but I think that a lot has to do with the nature of the driver's line choice. Such as how or the which way they choose to attack an obstacle. I just picked up an Axial SCX10 CRC Unlimited edition and it has impressed me so far! I would like to do a few things to improve its performance. Keep up the awesome video's and I enjoy watching them.
Thanks for the feedback Shane!
Awesome paint job makes it look so much better than what's on the box.
A little bland, for sure.
I love this kit it has been fun. The body does take some time to cut and finish the edges. Just waiting on that grille to be released.
Should be live very soon!
@@scalebuildersguild just ordered
I want to build a kit with my son soon. We built a Tamiya buggy a while back but I saw this as well as other crawlers. The kit without anything is $299. I’d need a $20 brushed esc, $10 crawler motor and another servo and receiver so all in using the radio I have it would only be $50-60 more than the Redcat Gen8 ready to go (with a crappy radio)
looks amazing!and i definitly love having the portals on my trx-4 sport
Thanks!
i like the way you review, nice clean and you know how to talk. I'm a semi truck driver and have always liked the Mercedes Umg. I have been looking for a kit to build and crawling is something I want to get back into. I got away from it in the early 2000 because the trucks looked stupid to me. Now they are like the real deal and what people are doing to there rigs is crazy. Thanks agin and you got a new Subscriber. And yes I'm a XMAXX send it guy.
I love portals, they're a neat addition to tiny trucks but like you, I agree they aren't "better". They raise your center of gravity, alter your gearing and add more failure points - so they aren't an "upgrade" so much as a different school of thought when it comes to approaching your favorite trail spots. I recently sold my Axial Cherokee to fund a Gen8 and I couldn't be happier, but that has more to do with the looks of the Redcat than the performance (which is also awesome!).
Should you get portals or a portal'd truck? Sure! Will they make you a better driver? Maybe?!?!?!?! Probably not. Only you or Pat Morita can bring the best you to the surface, and with Miyagi-san no longer with us, looks like it's up to you, bud.
Totally, great point of view, thanks for sharing!
Great to see your build and take on this kit. I always enjoy your running footage as well...you should do more. :)
Thanks Jeff, there will be a ton more running vids this year!
Ironic that the day after I made that comment, you put up a running video of the UMG10. LOL
nice job i did the umg in army green looks like old ww2 look i really like kits now i really like the job you did on the umg10 keep up the good work
Thank you!
Don't think portals are necessary, but I think it would definitely up it crawl ability. With the short wheel base absolutely love it. Like the way you set yours up.
I'd be nervous about CoG. We'll see how it goes!
Another successful review SBG! Portals on vehicles for scale factor. If you really know how to drive your rig it wouldn’t matter if you have portals or not. Most of the time you’ll know if it can take a particular line or not.
100%. Thanks very much!
Please tell Knight custom to make the bottom of that grill straight to match the bumper. It appears to have a radius on each side of the logo.
Probably just my prototype at home print.
Thanks, yes it is straight in the final version, Matt had a prototype version.
Looks awesome Matt! Great video. I dont care if portals are used or not. The truck can be capable both ways if setup correctly.
Absolutely correct sir.
First I don't care for the looks of portal axles , want to switch mine on my trx4. Second what was the tape around the motor ? Looks awesome , you did a great job. Definitely have to pick one of them up.
It's actually a 3D printed flexible cover to keep crud out of the motor. Holmes sells them.
@@scalebuildersguild that doesn't surprise me , that guy is pretty smart. I would think it would make the motor hot but evidently not. Gonna have to get my daughter one she loves the mud ! Lol
Still wish this came as an rtr especially with the new portal axles they have
I have portals on my Axial Jeep Cherokee they do cause other problems like raising the centre of gravity , I love the unimog, I drove real one it was awesome,also repaired it as I am a mechanic, so the unimog body is in my future, great video it was great 👍
Very cool! Yes, portals should be going on soon!
Portals and whether they are necessary..... we've gone forever without them and done great. Fantastic performance from non portal axles. Sure, from a scale accuracy perspective they are cool. And do offer better ground clearance. But like you said, pick a good line and drive it. I just don't think they are the "end all be all" either. That being said, if I was building a UM or other truck that had them in 1:1, I would include them for the accuracy.
I will absolutely build one of these bad boys.
And you should! It's a fun truck.
Much appreciation for yet another great video! Really like how this one turned out, and the Knight Customs grille definitely makes it look more the part.
Thanks for the kind words!
In almost every case I would take the position that portals are not necessary. The only exception is a Unimog! Lol. As soon as I saw the release that it was a Unimog, I immediately got excited thinking that Axial must have created their own portal axle design. It’s just that for scale sake, Unimog and portals go hand in hand. To me anyway.
I won't lie, I was hoping too, just for the sake of accuracy! The aftermarket to the rescue!
One of my favorite SCX10.2s! Love that this was a kit.
Me too!
I've bought this unimog as it fetures new tech body clip and mount system with shorter wheel base, i can't wait to finish my build. and 1 more thing, i am a huge fan of axial racing product. 😁
Your right it doesn’t need portals but it should have them. But it’s just horses for courses, I’ve just ordered the kit and some portals so I can have both options. Awesome vid by the way.
I joined the hype of trx4 cause of the portals, now I am thinking to do the ssd portal delete kit.
Portals have the advantage that you do not brake in the mud with the diff housing. In the wet field you do not need tires as big as a tractor. big tractor tires are hopping at a higher speed. on the steep slope you are absolutely right, because the center of gravity is higher.
Yep, definitely right on all points.
I think they changed the plastic on the axle cases too. Broke my chub only 3 runs in on my 1.9 wraith. Wasn’t in a bind and wasn’t even go fast. I launched about a foot off the ground and landed on the side of 1 wheel. I had the honcho and it never snapped on me and I was way harder on that thing.
Changed for the better - not in the axles, they're the same as far as I can tell.
Love this Mog. The way you set your up is sweet as hell.
My vote is for Portals.Hell yes
Thanks Richard! Portals have been ordered.
@@scalebuildersguild Are you getting the Vp ones?
I will be putting my umg together this weekend. And no portals are not important at all. Maybe Some people just like to say portal, I don’t know
Portals have their place, and a set will likely find it's way under this truck.
I run my mog where dirt bikes run,with 40-50feet hills up and down no prob...been in hobby 40+years,first kit I could take out without support equipment,nuff said.
I very curious how you set your shocks up to be so smooth and soft?
Did you order a different spring that Axial offers?
What weight shock oil did you use, and how much?
As always, great video and thanks for your review :)
Stock shocks built per the instructions. Just lucky I guess.
Great review as the first scx10 2 review was
Thanks very much! I watched part of the original one a few days ago, wow, I've come a long way! Ha!
I think portals are good in the right situation. A big heavy truck I can understand because you don’t really want to get hung up on anything. But for most vehicles I don’t think they are a need. Don’t get me wrong I do like them
There's a place for everything!
Can you update us, are the shocks still working good?
I have a kit coming and was going to order some Kings or Powerstrokes, or maybe even the new SSDs, but might not need to right away if the stock ones work good.
Also glad I watched this, I was about to order wheels too until you said they're beadlocks, I didn't realise that either, so thanks, you might have saved me a bunch of money for accessories :D
Shocks are still leak-free, which isn't to say it'll never happen. We all know the stock kit shocks are slightly better than their plastic brethren, but leaks will inevitably occur I think.
Thanks for the reply! :)
I have ordered some SSD 90mm's now anyway, just in case lol.
Those round lights make all the difference, but a strong looking kit though. The builders kit still seems like the logical choice however if you're in the market to build one up, just makes more sense to me. Great video 👍🏻
Yeah, if you're not interested in the body, or kit style trans, for sure. Still excellent value.
Scale Builder's Guild - Wow! You just let me know that the builder's kit doesn't come with the scale transfer case! 😳 I'd assumed it did and didn't check. Noob alert 🙄
That changes things.
I think they have their place, like on vehicles that actually have them in real life if you're going down the scale route, but if you don't care and not into the scale look, then it's personal choice, if you have the spare cash and they work then go for it, if you can make your truck do things that you want without them, then that's cool too. It would be boring if we were all the same.
Couldn't agree more!
Might see a Samurai build off this wheelbase :) And holy moly beadlocks in the kit! I have never tried portals so I cant have a fair opinion on them but I do think they look funny.
Thanks for the feedback!
I built a new SCX10 just to put my TRX-4 portals and this body when it's available. Traxxas has the Mercedes licencing with the G-Wagon so I could see UniMOG coming
I wonder if Traxxas would compete direct.
Not sure of wheelbase measurments but looks like it would fit under some of the older Tamiya hard bodies. That will sell it in its own right!
11.4"
"You can do just as well without portals if you pick a good line." I guess ground clearance does not matter after all.
Not necessarily, no.
@@scalebuildersguild correct, if no rocks, obstacles and ruts. #pathetic
@@greggk1061 have you seen competition rc crawlers? They have a really low ground clearance due to most of them using on axle motors. But I'm willing to bet they are a shit ton more capable than any trx4 or axial trail truck. It's about the entire package and how it uses the clearance it has.
Love the 'mog look. Slap some TRX4 axles under there and your all proper. Portals are great. If you're off-road more ground clearance is good, period. Also, I agree with Tugg-matte finish would be sweet. -"Angry" Dave
Portals ordered. ;)
Yes, yes they are
Morning Matt, I don't think portals are necessary for all rigs.. are they nice? Sure I suppose so, but not needed. However.... that being said I would definitely want them on a rig that is supposed to have them. Unimogs need portals! Lol. Great looking truck. I have to say I'm not a fan of the one piece axles Axial have come out with now though. I would much rather be able to change out a C-hub than buy a new axle housing as I have broken one or 2 (both from a very high tumble).. but that's just my 2 cents.. nice video and thanks for what you do for us, a lot of great advice, new ideas, and just sharing. 👍
Thanks Shawn, portals will look great under this one.
Awesomeness. axial portals yes please. But not really necessary. How's the plastic on rod ends? Do you think is is improving?
I do think it's improving. Time will tell!
Sweet digs looking good bud. I'm just finishing up an MST CFX build with a Tamiya Unimog body and this thing comes out..
Sigh Haha.
But I did have a question, you have tape over the vents on your Holmes Motor. Is that to protect from Water incursion? Do you have to be careful with heat?
Not tape. A flexible cover Holmes prints and sells.
The wheels and tires look cool
I'm really pleased with them.
I love the wheels. I wouldn’t touch the portal debate with your 10 foot pole.
HAHAHA, thanks Wes!
I'm a huge fan accuracy so I would only put portals on a Uni or I would love to build an H1 but that's independent suspension. I started with RC4WD so I believe I may have ruined plastic axles for myself but I really want something I can bounce around without worrying if I'm going to crack a housing, do you think an Axial would be a better purchase for fun sake?
For sheer fun and for keeping it together, Axial's are hard to beat for durability. TRX4 is a great choice too.
I love it! Your paint scheme looks awesome.
Thanks!
Well, portals pop up quite a bit in full sized off roaders in the aftermarket. BUT as you say, they aren't the end all and be all. They have uses - pending on application of course. :-) I'm indifferent - just run your fav piece of kit, portals or not. I'm not starting anything - just agreeing. :-)
Well said Reggie!
The build is great!!! What about spraying a matt finish over those body parts that are not the main cab? They look a bit too shiny for my taste.
I'd considered matte on the whole thing. Still might!
@@scalebuildersguild Do it! I mean it is your truck so do what you want.
Do it!
:)
I would like to see portals on that set up. They are a little bit pricey. I noticed a lot of flex in the suspension are the spring a softer set than the normal scx10 2 rigs? By the way another great review thanks for all the info.
Can't say, I don't think they're softer, but I'll double check. Portals have been ordered!
I'm lagging behind never had scx 10 ..portals just something else to go wrong !!! Great looking mog and always the best review !!
Good luck with monthly mayhem challenge ...
Thanks very much!
superbe , merci
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j'adore , merci
Merci beaucoup!
@@scalebuildersguild j'espère qu'il est en vente en France
This is awesomeness!!!!!
So gota get one!!!!
Great video!!!!!!!!
Cool!
A set of stock xj kit rock sliders mounted slightly forward fits the body perfect and protects the tanks and bottom step
Of which I believe i have in the parts bin!
I have an scx10ii non portal and a Gen8 with love them both. In some cases portals have an advantage. But my axial kills trx4s all day. Again love all my rigs. Even my twin hammes.
I have a scx10ii and a gen8 too lol, love my gen8 but my scx10ii is a freaking mountain goat.
There's always going to be trade-offs.
German truck. German helmet. For you know scale people. They need to make military unimogs for historical reference in all them scale military rc builds. What length are the axles? Can any of the portal options in axcial lineup that fit? Would it be better to build a body off a frame with portals or options for portals if the say, capra axles don’t fit? I heard vanquish, are they giving portal options?
Hola. Thanks for the upload and Review.
I noticed that on the minute 4:37 the motor has been covered on the vents. Can you please explain why.
I was curious about that too.
It's a Holmes Hobbies Motor TopHat for sealed-endbell brushed motors - keeps more of the muck out - available here:
holmeshobbies.com/motors/parts-and-accessories/holmes-motor-tophat-for-non-rebuildables.html
What he said!
YES! Tekin BXR!
It's a great little ESC. Requires a BEC on 3S.
I like that rig more and more.. think i need one👌😍 hmm like always... great review.. you are one of those duudes... that do this hobby awesome👌🤜🤛 cheers.
Thank you so much!
VERY VERY NICE!!!!!MAN
Thank you!
Awsome mog. I noticed it has metal shock housing.. Do they come with the kit aswell or personalized? And thank you for the never disappointing kick @$$ vids great job and thank you for the inspiration!!
Metal bodied shocks are standard in the kit. Thanks for the kind words!
I like the portals but can do just as well with regular ones too
Thanks for the feedback!
!!!O.M.G!!! Becky!!!...I can't believe you'd even ask if portals are better than regular axles!
Hahaha
I use to be a really good driver when I had one crawler....now I'm just "ok".
Portals make an "ok" driver(like me)look good and a good driver look great...that's everything else being equal. Of course you have to deal with the higher center-of-gravity.
As of this moment , personally or only have one non-portal rig and that's King Midas 6x6 , it's my old AX10 comp rig. Everything else is TRX4's and a CFX-W with Deadloc RC Portals....oh....and my BC8 Mammoth.
See you at Pro-line By The Fire.
Thanks for the feedback!
Like you I feel for scale accuracy on that truck portals are a must. However personally I have never them to better on the trail then regular axles. Anywhere my truck with portals got my trucks with standard axles were able to get.
Center of gravity is a thing.
I would only add portals for a scale build.... this build would be a great example.
For sure, and as soon as I get some spare time outside of my other builds, I'll do it!
I find portals way overhyped. Yes, they give you ground clearance but they also higher your COG which is quite problematic ;) I believe the rig should be designed and built specifically for portals. I'm not fan of putting them everywhere apart from really scale builds like g-klasse, humvee, unimogs etc or heavily modified cars (I've seen some Patrol's with portals ;) ).
With love from Poland
Well said!
That’s how it is done in rc👍
Thanks!
Looks awesome !! 👌
Thanks!
Just ordered mine last night. Hated the look of them at first. Then i went to my first comp and a few people were using them, and it quickly grew on me. I need an axial anyway own 3 trx4s and a gen8.
Quick question? See any possible options to get the body posts on? Id like to get a 2door wrangler body.
I'd have to take a closer look, you could probably just use the existing shock hoops to put traditional posts on.
You bite your tongue sir! Portal axles are the single greatest technological advancement in all of mankind.
HAHAHAHA
Love the scx10 ii platform, portals for scale look,not for performance. Love your paint job l am working on projects wright know inspired by you and many other s. Have a great trip.
Very cool, can't wait to see what you come up with!
I think they're awesome and I wouldn't change a thing really
My buddy put traxxas portals under this rig. Definitely tall. Not sure how it works yet. Will be out this weekend to test it
Time to run droop!
Im liking mine alot.
Needs weight down low. Wanting to try vp portals as well.
That'll raise the CoG, but might be worth it.
So Axial made a pretty large truck smaller than a Jeep Cherokee... You could put a Jeep in the bed of an Unimog. Of all the vehicles that should have portal axles, the Unimog and Hummer are pretty much it. Granted Mercedes put portals on the 6x6 G63.
It depends on the Unimog variant. This era, they weren't that big.
Well I have been in the rc hobby for 25 years now and Axial started this class/cars on 2005 there where the absolute top at the time today I have only the trx4, and in mij opinion the trx4 has a few advantages to Axial scx10 the first plus the steering bar it sits very high with Axial in the past that was the first thing you hit with crawling second the trx4 has ground clearance because it's a u turn design parts after parts available worldwide differentials locking system is also a plus in mij personal opinion today the trx4 is the absolute top of the bil, but Axial is nr 2 in mij eyes still I will buy the honcho v2 or this umg10 kit
Thanks for your feedback!
Always take a look at the Vorsichtsmaßnahme für Teile! 😉
Ha, danke!