The Fusion is a wonderfully compact device, given they've crammed the ESC and BEC in its base. It fit with a little room to spare, even. I think the Fusion may just be my favourite general-use power system for crawlers. Love it.
I still can't get over how good this rig looks. Particularly the metal bits. Those shiny, polished gas tanks really brings the whole rig together, IMO. I would probably be inclined to spray some clear coat on the plastic body to make it look a bit more metal-ly and shiny too. Also, regarding the back axles' mud-guards, I'm pretty sure those are usually made of rubber in the real trailers I see every day. They usually swing from the - relatively thin- rod they're - in this case- welded to. They also have a swing angle limit, with some locks on the rubber, to avoid them getting run over by the tires. Could be a nice project to remove these and try to make them all rubber, even with the ability to swing a bit. Would make it so scale with the swinging taillights (and a dab of Tamiya's X-26 on the indicators to round it all up)! Love seeing the two-speed, the locking axles at work. It seems so much fun... If I had the chance to get my hands on one I'd be torn to get this 6x6 or maybe the single rear axle, and try to make it a Dakar-themed truck...
Honestly don’t think it would be a choice of mine to rock crawl. Maybe some light trail driving. But it does have beautiful lines on that body. With great detail which is exciting.
Definitely pretty and once I get the right trailer on it, I think it'll be a fun trail drive too. Thinking I might make a flat bed trailer for it or something.
@@RCTNT check out a few of my vids on what trailer works best and for loading and unloading equipment. Not so much the Rc4wd lowboy but the quad axle I’ve got is the sweet spot for this rig. Working on my flagship mammoth and logging trailer now 😉
While I'm not in the market for this type of truck, I can see it's appeal. I've seen the same problem with driveshafts before, and was "fixed" with a small bit of heat shrink tubing. I also like the Hobbywing Fusion, I installed one in my TRX4 Sport kit. Lovely smooth!
The Fusion is legendary. Good thinking by HW. I've tried heat shrink on these things before but if it's torn open by a rock it doesn't last long. I've had better durability from tesa tape so far... But maybe a combo of both would be a winner?
@@RCTNT Besides the classic heat shrink tube, for your particular application I've also considered a very small dab of Shoe-goo on either side of the pin hole -or some other somewhat elastic, but strong adhesive- to prevent it from running away, in any case. Maybe worth a test... it'd be almost invisible if it could hold up!
Thanks. I have that stuff here. I don't think it would work as well as the tape. It works best on the broad surfaces of the polycarbonate bodies on heavy bash trucks. Helps keep them from cracking to bits. But on the pins, I dunno-I suspect it wouldn't have enough surface to grab onto. The tape works really well so far and I know it's durable stuff. Best fix would be a grub screw to replace the pin and clip system. Maybe drill out the diameter a bit, maybe not. But I'll see how the tape lasts and we'll go from there. It sticks to itself really well, in all weather. Wonderful stuff!
Fusion is something that I would love to have, but as I have 3 off-road models and 2 rally cars and a third under construction, I cannot afford it. The speed control is amazing in it. Congratulations on a great truck 👍
Good looking truck there. Never heard of tesa tape before, it looks like good stuff! I couldn't help but see it looks like the trailer hitch might be flat mounted to the frame. Might be possible to space it up so it works with your heavy lowboy trailer but it sounds like you have some fun plans for the Zetros :). Not sure if you were on your property, but it sure looks beautiful 👍
The hitch should be moved a bit higher, yes! Didn't think of that but it's obvious now you say it. Thanks Andy! And yep, all filmed at home here. I know I'm lucky to be here!! Cheers
@@RCTNT It's clear that you're working hard to keep it clean. So different from the maple trees and Douglas firs here. Happy to actually offer helpful ideas! 🙌
I got the 4x4 version Zetros, didn't come with front dampers, fuel tank and some other scale bits. Managed to get those parts but the rear leafs are very soft.
How interesting! The leaves on the rear of this thing are super solid. They're designed for heavy loads and may as well not be there when it's empty! I guess the 4x4 is intended for different loads and fair enough. No front dampers is weird though. You enjoying the truck?
@@RCTNT Not yet I need to strip it and rebuild it (thread lock etc). I was considering turning it in to a dakkar style rally rig. Thanks for the driveshaft tip too!
I have the 4x4 version. I built one of those overland tourer backs for it out of styrene and gave it some bar work and a fancy paint job. I have only driven it once. I ended up pinching the servo's for another project. Are you in QLD. I'm in Kilcoy QLD.
Very nice! I did a whole comp truck tray from styrene on my 6x6 RC4WD Beast II some years back. Was a very satisfying project. Sounds like yours was too - hope it gets back on the road again sometime! I'm just north of Melbourne, not anywhere near you, sorry! Happy trailing :)
Hey mate great video, I'm in Perth and have been looking for one of these I've got a grandhauler and arocs tipper, bit yeah you sold me on this one bro and cheers for the heads up. Love the tipper trailer too would like to see more on that with this truck.....if you could get matching wheels for the trailer....but I like the look either way 😉👌
@@RCTNT I get you, its too easy to expect every rig to perform like a crawler, but then if they were all the same it would get dull. Its taken me a while to learn to drive them all with a different mindset and that in itself is kind of fun.
It may not be you. When you press the button, does the servo move? Do you see the cable shift at the diff end? It could be the cable isn't fastened enough at the servo end.
@@tony5247mittens already!? Nice job! Glad you're up and running :) just be sure to get the alignment right so there's no tension at either end of the servos throw.
@@hellofromsoutheastalaskarc7517 I had a tool box under the logging trailer for a while. It had the common trailside repair stuff and it was useful once or twice. I'll think about it. Definitely would be cool if functional.
No, this is a keeper. In the USA I'd be waiting until RC4WD has their yearly sale where everything is 10% off, then buying from them. That's probably the cheapest way to get one of these.
I made metal reinforcement plates that made the bumper very rigid so I can actually push stuff with it now and it’s not bendy. There is a company in Vietnam that makes metal bumpers for these but I haven’t bought one to see how they are.
thats awesome you pit the fusion in there ! I didn't think there would enough room for it
The Fusion is a wonderfully compact device, given they've crammed the ESC and BEC in its base. It fit with a little room to spare, even. I think the Fusion may just be my favourite general-use power system for crawlers. Love it.
I still can't get over how good this rig looks. Particularly the metal bits. Those shiny, polished gas tanks really brings the whole rig together, IMO. I would probably be inclined to spray some clear coat on the plastic body to make it look a bit more metal-ly and shiny too.
Also, regarding the back axles' mud-guards, I'm pretty sure those are usually made of rubber in the real trailers I see every day. They usually swing from the - relatively thin- rod they're - in this case- welded to. They also have a swing angle limit, with some locks on the rubber, to avoid them getting run over by the tires. Could be a nice project to remove these and try to make them all rubber, even with the ability to swing a bit. Would make it so scale with the swinging taillights (and a dab of Tamiya's X-26 on the indicators to round it all up)!
Love seeing the two-speed, the locking axles at work. It seems so much fun... If I had the chance to get my hands on one I'd be torn to get this 6x6 or maybe the single rear axle, and try to make it a Dakar-themed truck...
Nicely put. I'll think on the mud guards. It sounds like a good idea! Hmm!
Honestly don’t think it would be a choice of mine to rock crawl. Maybe some light trail driving. But it does have beautiful lines on that body. With great detail which is exciting.
Definitely pretty and once I get the right trailer on it, I think it'll be a fun trail drive too. Thinking I might make a flat bed trailer for it or something.
@@RCTNT check out a few of my vids on what trailer works best and for loading and unloading equipment. Not so much the Rc4wd lowboy but the quad axle I’ve got is the sweet spot for this rig. Working on my flagship mammoth and logging trailer now 😉
@@thatsmyrc nice one, thanks for reminding me! Will do.
While I'm not in the market for this type of truck, I can see it's appeal. I've seen the same problem with driveshafts before, and was "fixed" with a small bit of heat shrink tubing. I also like the Hobbywing Fusion, I installed one in my TRX4 Sport kit. Lovely smooth!
The Fusion is legendary. Good thinking by HW.
I've tried heat shrink on these things before but if it's torn open by a rock it doesn't last long. I've had better durability from tesa tape so far... But maybe a combo of both would be a winner?
@@RCTNT Maybe, but looks like your tape may last a while.
@@DaveGlitchHare I reckon it will, yeah! It's pretty decent stuff.
@@RCTNT Besides the classic heat shrink tube, for your particular application I've also considered a very small dab of Shoe-goo on either side of the pin hole -or some other somewhat elastic, but strong adhesive- to prevent it from running away, in any case. Maybe worth a test... it'd be almost invisible if it could hold up!
Thanks. I have that stuff here. I don't think it would work as well as the tape. It works best on the broad surfaces of the polycarbonate bodies on heavy bash trucks. Helps keep them from cracking to bits. But on the pins, I dunno-I suspect it wouldn't have enough surface to grab onto. The tape works really well so far and I know it's durable stuff.
Best fix would be a grub screw to replace the pin and clip system. Maybe drill out the diameter a bit, maybe not. But I'll see how the tape lasts and we'll go from there. It sticks to itself really well, in all weather. Wonderful stuff!
Fusion is something that I would love to have, but as I have 3 off-road models and 2 rally cars and a third under construction, I cannot afford it. The speed control is amazing in it. Congratulations on a great truck 👍
Thanks, FOC isn't for everyone but I personally like it very much! Enjoy your latest build!
I wouldn't recommend a FOC setup as it will spoil you and you'll want one for ALL your trucks.. just ask me 😂
@@Bikes_N_Adventure it's my 5th FOC system. The addiction is real.
Good looking truck there. Never heard of tesa tape before, it looks like good stuff! I couldn't help but see it looks like the trailer hitch might be flat mounted to the frame. Might be possible to space it up so it works with your heavy lowboy trailer but it sounds like you have some fun plans for the Zetros :). Not sure if you were on your property, but it sure looks beautiful 👍
The hitch should be moved a bit higher, yes! Didn't think of that but it's obvious now you say it. Thanks Andy! And yep, all filmed at home here. I know I'm lucky to be here!! Cheers
@@RCTNT It's clear that you're working hard to keep it clean. So different from the maple trees and Douglas firs here. Happy to actually offer helpful ideas! 🙌
For that price i would definitly add a sound generator too. Lve the look of this Truck.
I got the 4x4 version Zetros, didn't come with front dampers, fuel tank and some other scale bits. Managed to get those parts but the rear leafs are very soft.
How interesting! The leaves on the rear of this thing are super solid. They're designed for heavy loads and may as well not be there when it's empty!
I guess the 4x4 is intended for different loads and fair enough.
No front dampers is weird though.
You enjoying the truck?
@@RCTNT Not yet I need to strip it and rebuild it (thread lock etc). I was considering turning it in to a dakkar style rally rig. Thanks for the driveshaft tip too!
@@chanozoc a Dakar style build would be amazing on this one, go for it!
I have the 4x4 version. I built one of those overland tourer backs for it out of styrene and gave it some bar work and a fancy paint job. I have only driven it once. I ended up pinching the servo's for another project. Are you in QLD. I'm in Kilcoy QLD.
Very nice! I did a whole comp truck tray from styrene on my 6x6 RC4WD Beast II some years back. Was a very satisfying project. Sounds like yours was too - hope it gets back on the road again sometime!
I'm just north of Melbourne, not anywhere near you, sorry! Happy trailing :)
Hey mate great video, I'm in Perth and have been looking for one of these I've got a grandhauler and arocs tipper, bit yeah you sold me on this one bro and cheers for the heads up. Love the tipper trailer too would like to see more on that with this truck.....if you could get matching wheels for the trailer....but I like the look either way 😉👌
Heh excellent. You'll like this one I think!
I've gotta get the trailer finished. It's been on my list for ages now! Nearly there. Happy trucking!
JETROS 6x6 Trucks I'm interested in
I'm thinking about buying one
Their biggest weakness is a silly pin retention system on the drive shafts. They're otherwise awesome, I really like mine.
Its perfect to carry my heavy tanks i need the tork and this truck is perfect my lowboys i adjust the king pin height and bingo hook it up
She's got some grunt! I've got a running video on the channel for this thing too, towing something heavy. Fun rig, isn't it!
Looks like a nice rig to own, i like that its metal
It's a weird combo of toy and hobby grade but the more time I spend with it, the more it's grown on me!
@@RCTNT I get you, its too easy to expect every rig to perform like a crawler, but then if they were all the same it would get dull. Its taken me a while to learn to drive them all with a different mindset and that in itself is kind of fun.
@@Pezzapoo absolutely :) variety is good!
Do you know if they changed the driveshafts so they wont fall of anymore?
I don't know, sorry. If I had to guess, I'd say no, but I really don't know! Hopefully.
amazing👌👌
Thanks a lot 😊 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment, cheers!
I have the same truck,i can't seem to figure out the controller,and can't get the front end to unlock,can you tell me what I might be doing wrong
It may not be you. When you press the button, does the servo move? Do you see the cable shift at the diff end? It could be the cable isn't fastened enough at the servo end.
I looked at the servoYou are right I got it fixed thanks for your response back have a great day!
@@tony5247mittens already!? Nice job! Glad you're up and running :) just be sure to get the alignment right so there's no tension at either end of the servos throw.
@@RCTNT OK thanks for the information
Should out a small tool shop for your truck on the back that's removable would be cool
Dude! That's an amazing idea. I love it!
Yeah I just watched the video and thought would be kinda cool to have spare parts and tools
@@hellofromsoutheastalaskarc7517 I had a tool box under the logging trailer for a while. It had the common trailside repair stuff and it was useful once or twice. I'll think about it. Definitely would be cool if functional.
Would you what to sell this truck? I live in the US.
The shipping cost is crazy
No, this is a keeper.
In the USA I'd be waiting until RC4WD has their yearly sale where everything is 10% off, then buying from them. That's probably the cheapest way to get one of these.
@ I checked and it didn’t seem like it. They run about 1200 shipped
Asiatees link in my description might be the best way to go, then. Bottom line, everything has abruptly become more expensive in recent times.
@@RCTNT is the rc4wd one the same as the JDM 157?
Yes, though they come with various attachments, like the bed, tipper bed, towing hitch plate, other hydraulic stuff, depending on what you buy.
Shame about the joint design this thing looks the part 😍
Doesn't it just. The metal is a let down but overall she's a peach
Sadly the bumper is plastic
Ah yes, that is a disappointment!
I made metal reinforcement plates that made the bumper very rigid so I can actually push stuff with it now and it’s not bendy. There is a company in Vietnam that makes metal bumpers for these but I haven’t bought one to see how they are.
Oh nice, thanks for the tips