That nitro Kraton is a beast imo . You are changing the way we all look at our rc cars as far as modifications. Because no one is raising the bar like you and were all enjoying every minute of it
Tmaxx is still the king sir 😂 Man, I remember well... back in that day though a single or even double motor emaxx on nicd or nihm batteries wasn't anywhere near as powerful as the tmaxx. That's how they anywhere back before brushless though. Brushless is amazing but has no soul compared to a good ol nitro. I still/currently have 4 tmaxx's in my collection and it's still 1 of my funnest next to my insane 6s notorious..
I love the nitro content, made me go blow the dust off my Hpi savage XL and get it running again after sitting in my garage for 8+ years and wow I forgot how much fun it is listening to the noise and smoke from nitro 😊
I'm one that likes both. When I'm in a Nitro mood it's the best. When I'm on short time electric is great. I've had my share of problems with both but never stopped me. Great video on both. What ever we run we win.
Nice comparison. Think it would be a good move for Arrma to put out a nitro rtr. There's a whole generation of old school nitro heads that are going into retirement and would probably pick one up. My Slayer with 18Tm and THS pipe rips! Mip clutch really brings it to life. Thanks for doing something different.
First time watching your video.. can't believe how much you taught me. I've never had a rc due to an auto accident so expensive, but I've always dreamed having one. So thank you I'm learning a lot and am excited for your channel.. your friend Asa
I started to watch this video thinking, gosh I haven't heard this "witch is better" argument for a few years but you showed much better knowledge of 2 cycle glow engines than I had heard since I started racing RC in 1996. Yes that was really "Back in the day" as they used to say. I started racing while nitro was still king. Batteries where for flashlights etc., You nailed it. which is best depends on you. I have enjoyed everythin from a Lose Five T to a 1/76 micro car. Which was my favorite? The one I was driving at that moment. I enjoyed racing because I was sharing the hobby with others who loved it. Yes the cars and trucks where cool, but the company of other men-childs like me was just great. Thanks for this video.
Such an awesome comparison between the two! I really do believe you’ve nailed the final summary too. It’s not Nitro Vs Electric they both win if you’re the one with a smile on your face! You can enjoy both! I believe positives of running electric or nitro are highlighted even further when you use both since you can appreciate the convenience of plug and go plus the speed or electric, but when you run nitro you’re straightaway reminded how engaging they are without even needing to take any jumps! It’s very rewarding having a nitro engine running spot on you even have some pride in that! Again both are awesome! Just like your channel loving the content on the subject!
When I got into the hobby I was torn between nitro or electric - I ended up going into electric because of the ease of use, not having to carry all the extra accessories but mostly because of the quiet factor. While I do like the sound of nitro, it's much easier (for me at least) to run my electric cars virtually anywhere and anytime without the sound of my cars annoying/ bothering/ waking up other people (neighbors, residents and so on). Thanks so much for this nitro mini series, I'm lovin' it.
Top quality content as usual my friend! Coming from somebody who is pretty new to the hobby, it's great to see a video like this as I've never looked at or even run a nitro car. Thank you 😊
@VargrRc03 be careful going second hand. A lot of the time when you buy a second hand RC you're buying someone else's problems and nitro has the potential to have a lot more problems.
That nitro Kraton is awesome! My only nitro was a HPI Savage X SS. It was fun but I sold it long ago. After seeing this video I kind of want to get a nitro vehicle again. Great video!
I got into the RC hobby because of your videos. I personally thank you. My wallet definitely does not thank you haha. Typhon Grom was/is my first car. Bought it 2S and brushed. Now it’s 3S, brushless and a bunch of mods.
Great video and it has been thrilling to see one of these perform! Having one of those model engines has been on my list, so please pick me. I would like to put it on a smaller RC car or boat.
Thanks for your videos I was into rc cars did bashing and racing well I got out of the hobby due to lose of interest but watching you brings back a lot of memories of what I usde to do now im back into the hobby and I like it even more thank you
Brother maybe i missed it but I've been watching your channel for almost a year now and I've never caught your name... A first name will do. I love your channel, absolutely love it. You connect well with us common folk, and I love the straight to the point content. Of course i watch a couple other RC-Tubers... However there's a connection to your channel that i don't get from the others. With all the other RC content creators, Yours hits closer to home in my opinion.. You channel rocks and i know it'll continue to grow.. Well done my friend.. WELL DONE! And thank you for what you do and the time and effort you put into it..,it doesn't go unnoticed.🤘🏻
Great series! I have a special place in my memory for all the hours i spent thrashing my revo. Seeing this revo is similar to hearing an old favorite song i haven't heard in years. I currently have the kraton exb v2 with a bunch of upgrades. Electric is superior in many ways. However, the nitro experience was awesome for me, and i will always remember that revo. Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Fantastic work.
Ooohh I'd love to learn about combustion engines with the mini motor there! I've always thought it to be too complicated but maybe I'm wrong. Your videos have explained them really well. Better than most videos on RUclips. 🤘
Great video we all appreciate the amount of time and effort you put in! Having one of those model engines has always been on my wish list, just fascinating.
I agree. I run electric 99.9% of the time but every once in a while a couple times a year I want to break out a nitro and when I do there is no substitute.
@fly327rc no routine. I have not run my nitro helis since last summer. Pulled 2 out last week, charged packs, fill and go. No dramas. My nitro cars have not been out since last September. Just pulled the Losi eight out, filled, charged pack, fill and go! I do not use after run oils either. I simply run until tank is dry and start 2x more. That's it! I can get away with 1 to 2 plugs in the life of the engine unless I run lean by accident. Also my engines go 10 to 12 gallons. I do zero maintenance to them. When they go I just replace. No need to repair a $ 100 to 130 engine with 12 gallons on it. Out it goes-4 screws, 1 ball link, r and r clutch, header, fuel line and she's running again. I find electric to be way more maintenance. The power and torque tears them apart. Hell on gears, bearings, shafts, and bodies as electric are heavier generally. Just my experience since 1984 doing this.
Been wanting me a Scale 4 or 8 cylinder engine like that for some time! Would be legit to win. Been messing with engines all my life, more so LS. You're now one of my go to channels for checking for new content. Keep it up!
I use to air out my Jammin X1-CRT nitro race truggy back in the day top speed off tall backflip ramps. It was exceptionally durable for bashing compared to the t-maxxs, revos and savages people were bashing at the time. Can't win or even finish a race with a broken truck.
@@DoRC I've never cracked a block despite most of my nitro rigs having 7075 motor mounts. I did worry about that happening when I was bashing with a novarossi 528X though😅
Pretty impressive how well that nitro Kraton turned out, and how "factory" the finished product even looked. I enjoyed watching the car change and progress throughout the last 3 videos!
Yeah that was the goal of this video. Previously and normally I kind of hack things together till I know they're going to work but I wanted this to look as factory as possible.
God I miss nitro. Nothing like hitting that 2nd gear on the tmaxx 2.5 & 3.3s I had. I'm so glad you did this video! What an Arrma Kraton would look like nitro set up properly. How cool.
I think it's great that you're also talking about gasoline engines. I don't have one yet, but that doesn't mean I'll ever have one. I'm very interested in them. But then it's a matter of finding a place where I won't disturb anyone with the loud engine. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge again.😊
This has been a real fun journey, I miss my old Nitro days, oodles of fun! that tuned pipe is really throaty, dig it! Thanks for this fun series, can't wait for the next one you sick puppy!
@@DoRC way way back in the day, I worked Global Hobby Distributors and they carried a Co, called Thunder Tiger, they had just releaseed an all new nitro Monte Carlo car, that was so much fun, I loved that car. sad I live where nitro is not an option
Another great nitro video, this has been a fun series to watch! I love content like this and watching them run at the track. Having come back into the hobby after a 20-year absence and seeing all the electric improvements, I thought nitro would be fully dead, but I'm glad I was wrong.
Its all about what we want on this hobbies. Personally i like nitro’s and gas rc but i own also a lot of electric. Seeing and hearing you’re nitro in perfect tune is already achievement for me feels like IM F1 driver 😍
I'm not sure I would call it perfectly tuned. It was actually running a little bit rich but it's kind of where I like to keep my engines. If I want maximum performance I'm going to grab an electric car so for me it's better to keep them a little bit richer and a little bit safer
I love the nitro content! I own mostly electric now but still have a nitro rustler with a 3.3 and love to run it from time to time! You can't beat the smell and the noise of nitro! 👍
I was too. Not only by the number of ports but the fact that it had fang cuts on the sleeve as well as had the crank knife edged and cut. Even the connecting rod was knife edged. I expected it to be a lot less advanced looking inside. Obviously there's more work you could do to it but For how little the thing costs I'm pretty impressed. I was also impressed with the craftsmanship. I saw no burrs or anything else that looked concerning.
@ see that’s what I had wondered about was the craftsmanship. I started to grab one to swap in my truggies to save my race engines. Might have to try one. Great articulation in the vids.🤘
I've haven't had a nitro yet only stuck to electric but have recently been looking to expand my collection. Can you recommend a good nitro basher to start with?
Love that you're doing this as I'm getting into nitro it sucks that they aren't as popular as they used to be hearing that little motor roar is so much better than an electric whine
I gave away my Revo 3.3 to a father and kid who didn't have a lot of money. I miss that truck... I'm sure they got a lot of good use out of it. I now run all electric with my 4 year old son. I think Nitro trucks would probably have stayed the same. Not much to change to be honest. Guys still race the MCD rigs and they just have easier ability to swap parts. So really its just ease of access and swap-ability. That Kraton is a 1 of a kind and absolutely amazing. Brings back good memories. ( I'm 39 now) I might have to hunt down a nitro truck and teach my son about it now.... Love the channel keep up the great content. Thanks Edit - I happen to know the guy who made that ramp! He lives not far from me and has a great RUclips Channel. He setup a bash event at my local park and we had an amazing day. Small world.
I’d love to see how that Kraton does with a proper truggy racing engine, anything with an on-board starter just robs so much power. I hope to see more of that build in the future. (Maybe even a clean-sheet 7075 chassis with optimized bracing and printed radio box)
You might be surprised. The pull starter does create a little bit of extra drag but I don't think it would be enough alone to make a huge difference. I've converted bump start engines to pull start before with no noticeable change in performance. That being said a proper race engine definitely would be more powerful
Good stuff man! Every time I watch one of your videos I’m one step closer to pulling the trigger and just buying a new basher. Been a long time but I’m sure my young kids would love to get into it.
Yeah did pretty well. I could get it a little bit faster with a touch more tuning but I like to run my engines a little on the fat side just to keep everything safe
Love my revo3.3 i built it fresh from chassis up now it sits on the shelf cause i dont wanna get it dirty😂 good to note that after every run you should make sure the piston is at the bottom so the sleeve doesn't shrink around it being top dead center or you will have blow by and lose compression 👍🏻love the smell of nitro in the morning 😊 but like you said its all about having fun man✌🏼
@@DoRC got it in a trade in SoCal. I took a case of Blue Moon, laminated the box, and then cut body panels out for the cage. Looked awesome. Wish I still had some pics.
Wow, that Nitro car! Awesome! Does it come with an electeic starter? Awesome video, man.✌️🤙 Fpv long rang run on both cars? See which one out last the other.
Im loving the nitro kraton! It would be awesome to see a nitro big rock. I reckon that would be a killer truck on nitro. Always look forward to your builds. Thanks for the hard work and great content.
Yeah that was the goal on this video. The previous video was just me kind of hacking things together to see how it would work. I don't really like to spend time making a polished product if it isn't going to be functional
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That nitro Kraton is a beast imo . You are changing the way we all look at our rc cars as far as modifications. Because no one is raising the bar like you and were all enjoying every minute of it
You said it bro
Glad you're enjoying it plenty more to come!
@ I host livestreams and would love to invite you on as a special guest if you have time
@UrbanLegendRC hey I appreciate that though I don't usually do stuff live because of personal health reasons. It's complicated
Not intended as a nitro video but the disassembly and inspection is one of the best in RUclips!!
Thanks I'm glad you found it insightful!
This series has been one of the most interesting ever. Great work, Mr. Mad scientist! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Thanks for watching :-)
This brings me back 20 years and asking the magic question of T-Maxx vs E-Maxx. This made me so happy!
I have both and the E-MAXX makes a good dust collector 😁
Glad you enjoyed it!
Tmaxx is still the king sir 😂
Man, I remember well... back in that day though a single or even double motor emaxx on nicd or nihm batteries wasn't anywhere near as powerful as the tmaxx. That's how they anywhere back before brushless though.
Brushless is amazing but has no soul compared to a good ol nitro.
I still/currently have 4 tmaxx's in my collection and it's still 1 of my funnest next to my insane 6s notorious..
@@bustedaw11 exactly 👍
I would put a bigger nitro in that for sure the 28 is just simply not quite enough for that size rc
I love the nitro content, made me go blow the dust off my Hpi savage XL and get it running again after sitting in my garage for 8+ years and wow I forgot how much fun it is listening to the noise and smoke from nitro 😊
Yep there's no replacement for it. I don't run my nitros super often but when I do they always put a smile on my face.
Same and same sooni got really lazy with ekectric
I have to say, you are doing stuff that no one else is! Great job man!
Glad you're enjoying it :-)
Killing it, sir. killing it! I think your best work yet.
Thanks :)
I'm one that likes both. When I'm in a Nitro mood it's the best. When I'm on short time electric is great. I've had my share of problems with both but never stopped me. Great video on both. What ever we run we win.
Yeah that's how I feel too.
Nice comparison. Think it would be a good move for Arrma to put out a nitro rtr. There's a whole generation of old school nitro heads that are going into retirement and would probably pick one up. My Slayer with 18Tm and THS pipe rips! Mip clutch really brings it to life. Thanks for doing something different.
Thanks for watching!
Consistent grade A videos I learn something every time‼️
Thanks I'm glad you find them helpful!
Awesome bashing, dude! Thanks a bunch for the comparison! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks you too!
Best demonstration video about how nitro engines work!!! I thought they were like diesel ones
Yeah it's hard to differentiate between the two intuitively because they kind of seem the same.
First time watching your video.. can't believe how much you taught me. I've never had a rc due to an auto accident so expensive, but I've always dreamed having one. So thank you I'm learning a lot and am excited for your channel.. your friend Asa
They can be expensive but there are definitely cheap options out there. Even a little Amazon special can be fun.
Thanks for doing these nitro conversion episodes. They've been fun to watch
Thanks I'm glad you're enjoying!
I started to watch this video thinking, gosh I haven't heard this "witch is better" argument for a few years but you showed much better knowledge of 2 cycle glow engines than I had heard since I started racing RC in 1996. Yes that was really "Back in the day" as they used to say. I started racing while nitro was still king. Batteries where for flashlights etc., You nailed it. which is best depends on you. I have enjoyed everythin from a Lose Five T to a 1/76 micro car. Which was my favorite? The one I was driving at that moment. I enjoyed racing because I was sharing the hobby with others who loved it. Yes the cars and trucks where cool, but the company of other men-childs like me was just great. Thanks for this video.
I got my first nitro in 1998 so not too far off from you.
Such an awesome comparison between the two! I really do believe you’ve nailed the final summary too. It’s not Nitro Vs Electric they both win if you’re the one with a smile on your face! You can enjoy both! I believe positives of running electric or nitro are highlighted even further when you use both since you can appreciate the convenience of plug and go plus the speed or electric, but when you run nitro you’re straightaway reminded how engaging they are without even needing to take any jumps! It’s very rewarding having a nitro engine running spot on you even have some pride in that! Again both are awesome! Just like your channel loving the content on the subject!
Exactly. Whatever makes you happy is what is best.
When I got into the hobby I was torn between nitro or electric - I ended up going into electric because of the ease of use, not having to carry all the extra accessories but mostly because of the quiet factor.
While I do like the sound of nitro, it's much easier (for me at least) to run my electric cars virtually anywhere and anytime without the sound of my cars annoying/ bothering/ waking up other people (neighbors, residents and so on).
Thanks so much for this nitro mini series, I'm lovin' it.
Yeah noise complaints are definitely something to consider. They are loud
Top quality content as usual my friend! Coming from somebody who is pretty new to the hobby, it's great to see a video like this as I've never looked at or even run a nitro car. Thank you 😊
Definitely something that's fun to play around with though it's a lot more work than electric.
@DoRC i think once I've got a full grasp of electric I may look at getting a second hand nitro car to mess with.
@VargrRc03 be careful going second hand. A lot of the time when you buy a second hand RC you're buying someone else's problems and nitro has the potential to have a lot more problems.
I miss running nitro trucks and 1/8th buggies. Great video series my guy
Thanks!
Awesome video thanks
Nothing beats the sound and smell of a nitro car.
Keep these great videos coming.
It definitely has a charm of its own!
That nitro Kraton is awesome! My only nitro was a HPI Savage X SS. It was fun but I sold it long ago. After seeing this video I kind of want to get a nitro vehicle again. Great video!
Thanks Glad you enjoyed it!
I got into the RC hobby because of your videos. I personally thank you. My wallet definitely does not thank you haha.
Typhon Grom was/is my first car. Bought it 2S and brushed. Now it’s 3S, brushless and a bunch of mods.
It is a fun hobby but it can be expensive.
nice conclusion, the smile on the face is crucial 👍
It's everything!
Great video and it has been thrilling to see one of these perform! Having one of those model engines has been on my list, so please pick me. I would like to put it on a smaller RC car or boat.
Sounds like good projects.
Thanks for your videos I was into rc cars did bashing and racing well I got out of the hobby due to lose of interest but watching you brings back a lot of memories of what I usde to do now im back into the hobby and I like it even more thank you
Awesome welcome back!
Another great vid on a different topical RC topic... keep 'em coming bud.
If you guys keep watching them I'll keep making them!
Excellent conversions…looking forward to more stuff
Stay tuned a little bit more to come!
Brother maybe i missed it but I've been watching your channel for almost a year now and I've never caught your name... A first name will do. I love your channel, absolutely love it. You connect well with us common folk, and I love the straight to the point content. Of course i watch a couple other RC-Tubers... However there's a connection to your channel that i don't get from the others. With all the other RC content creators, Yours hits closer to home in my opinion.. You channel rocks and i know it'll continue to grow.. Well done my friend.. WELL DONE! And thank you for what you do and the time and effort you put into it..,it doesn't go unnoticed.🤘🏻
Glad you enjoy the channel Thanks for watching!
Ken
Great series! I have a special place in my memory for all the hours i spent thrashing my revo. Seeing this revo is similar to hearing an old favorite song i haven't heard in years. I currently have the kraton exb v2 with a bunch of upgrades. Electric is superior in many ways. However, the nitro experience was awesome for me, and i will always remember that revo. Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Fantastic work.
Yeah I get nostalgic every time I run mine too
Ooohh I'd love to learn about combustion engines with the mini motor there! I've always thought it to be too complicated but maybe I'm wrong. Your videos have explained them really well. Better than most videos on RUclips. 🤘
I wonder if it'd be enough horsepower to drop in a boat... 🤔
@@amp86400 there's bigger, water cooled engines for RC boats. Once you go fuel powered you'll be hooked
Overall they aren't terribly complicated. Maybe a little intimidating but not complicated
You got that Kraton build looking really clean. Nice job man. Great content as always
Thanks!
As much as I love the sound of Nitro. The frustration at times with it makes me very grateful for the simplicity and power of electric rc.
Yeah I agree with that.
Awesome video! You are by far my favorite Rc channel!!! And I do miss the smell of nitro and sound
They are a unique thing
Great video we all appreciate the amount of time and effort you put in! Having one of those model engines has always been on my wish list, just fascinating.
Thanks the drawing will be soon :-)
I haven’t done nitro for a long time. I’ve forgotten how much work they used to be. They are still very cool and the sound is worth all the work.😎👍👍✌️
I agree. I run electric 99.9% of the time but every once in a while a couple times a year I want to break out a nitro and when I do there is no substitute.
I'm not seeing the extra work. I have 50/50 split of nitro and elect both helis and rc cars. Nitro is just so much more fun.
@@Rusty-Metal if you’re in a routine it’s probably easier and if you’re not it’s a lot of work. Nitro definitely more realistic.👍✌️
@fly327rc no routine. I have not run my nitro helis since last summer. Pulled 2 out last week, charged packs, fill and go. No dramas. My nitro cars have not been out since last September. Just pulled the Losi eight out, filled, charged pack, fill and go! I do not use after run oils either. I simply run until tank is dry and start 2x more. That's it! I can get away with 1 to 2 plugs in the life of the engine unless I run lean by accident. Also my engines go 10 to 12 gallons. I do zero maintenance to them. When they go I just replace. No need to repair a $ 100 to 130 engine with 12 gallons on it. Out it goes-4 screws, 1 ball link, r and r clutch, header, fuel line and she's running again. I find electric to be way more maintenance. The power and torque tears them apart. Hell on gears, bearings, shafts, and bodies as electric are heavier generally. Just my experience since 1984 doing this.
@@Rusty-Metal Don’t get me wrong I started with nitro in the 70’s I raced the Team Associated RC500 it was the most fun ever…
This has really been a fun series to watch! I’m looking forward to the next nitro episode!
Stay tuned I've got something special planned :-)
Awesome video as always very entertaining 😊
Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Been wanting me a Scale 4 or 8 cylinder engine like that for some time! Would be legit to win. Been messing with engines all my life, more so LS. You're now one of my go to channels for checking for new content. Keep it up!
If you guys keep watching them I'll keep making them!
Awesome demonstration on how these engines really work.
Thanks Glad you found it helpful!
Really enjoy watching your show. I like the way you show ways to modify and the ins and outs of doing them
Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I would absolutely love the opportunity to tinker with the engines! Great stuff as always, thanks.
Glad you enjoyed and thanks for watching!
14:39 that cut for the 6s kraton is perfect lmfao
:)
...aaand let's go!
I tuned 2 stroke race bikes professionally for years. Your explanation is well done. Thank you.
15 psi you need top end 😂
Those little engines would be perfect for kids to learn with. Good vid as always sir!
I use to air out my Jammin X1-CRT nitro race truggy back in the day top speed off tall backflip ramps. It was exceptionally durable for bashing compared to the t-maxxs, revos and savages people were bashing at the time. Can't win or even finish a race with a broken truck.
nitro truggy triple backflips in 06: v=PG6CX-XddLc
Yeah maybe I'm wrong I've just broken a lot more nitro engines than I have electric motors crashing off of ramps.
@@DoRC I've never cracked a block despite most of my nitro rigs having 7075 motor mounts. I did worry about that happening when I was bashing with a novarossi 528X though😅
Pretty impressive how well that nitro Kraton turned out, and how "factory" the finished product even looked. I enjoyed watching the car change and progress throughout the last 3 videos!
Yeah that was the goal of this video. Previously and normally I kind of hack things together till I know they're going to work but I wanted this to look as factory as possible.
Loving the content. Would love to play with those engines.
I'll be doing the drawing soon!
God I miss nitro. Nothing like hitting that 2nd gear on the tmaxx 2.5 & 3.3s I had. I'm so glad you did this video! What an Arrma Kraton would look like nitro set up properly. How cool.
Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Love your vids man so much passion
Thanks!
I think it's great that you're also talking about gasoline engines. I don't have one yet, but that doesn't mean I'll ever have one. I'm very interested in them. But then it's a matter of finding a place where I won't disturb anyone with the loud engine. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge again.😊
Yeah it would be cool to have an option for quieter ones
Definitely agree on the winner of this dispute! Great video! 👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏
Glad you enjoyed it!
This has been a real fun journey, I miss my old Nitro days, oodles of fun! that tuned pipe is really throaty, dig it! Thanks for this fun series, can't wait for the next one you sick puppy!
It has and I've got a couple more videos coming that I think you'll enjoy :-)
@@DoRC way way back in the day, I worked Global Hobby Distributors and they carried a Co, called Thunder Tiger, they had just releaseed an all new nitro Monte Carlo car, that was so much fun, I loved that car. sad I live where nitro is not an option
@Blimpus thunder tiger is still around. They actually own team associated.
@@DoRC shows you how long I was out of it! Associated is about 10miles away from me
Awesome video as usual, enjoyed this series of videos 👍
Thanks Glad you enjoyed!
Haven’t watched the video yet, but hats off to my favorite RC RUclipsr 💪
Hope you enjoy it!
Id love to give that to my dad! Hes a retired toyota tech for 45 years! They even gave him a "gold" piston award when he finally called it quits!
Thanks for watching in the drawing will be soon!
Another great nitro video, this has been a fun series to watch!
I love content like this and watching them run at the track. Having come back into the hobby after a 20-year absence and seeing all the electric improvements, I thought nitro would be fully dead, but I'm glad I was wrong.
In bashing it mostly is but there are still enthusiasts out there.
You have a lotta krations!
Too many at the moment.
@ how many? I lost count 🤣
I always wanted one of those 2 cylinders they are so cool! I hope you could try making a future video with one again in a smaller rc
Other than maybe a crawler it would be difficult to put it in a much smaller car just because of how large the engine itself is.
Its all about what we want on this hobbies. Personally i like nitro’s and gas rc but i own also a lot of electric. Seeing and hearing you’re nitro in perfect tune is already achievement for me feels like IM F1 driver 😍
I'm not sure I would call it perfectly tuned. It was actually running a little bit rich but it's kind of where I like to keep my engines. If I want maximum performance I'm going to grab an electric car so for me it's better to keep them a little bit richer and a little bit safer
I love the nitro content! I own mostly electric now but still have a nitro rustler with a 3.3 and love to run it from time to time! You can't beat the smell and the noise of nitro! 👍
Man I always learn so much from ur videos keep up the great work u da man
Thanks I'm glad you find them helpful!
I still wish nitro was a thing there is just something neat about having a working engine in a rc car.
They definitely are still out there but it would be cool if nitro technology had continued to advance. I wonder where it would be today
Wow these Nitro vids sure look like they are doing well, go figure. I was surprised at the amount of ports in that Dynamite engine. Nice vid
I was too. Not only by the number of ports but the fact that it had fang cuts on the sleeve as well as had the crank knife edged and cut. Even the connecting rod was knife edged.
I expected it to be a lot less advanced looking inside.
Obviously there's more work you could do to it but For how little the thing costs I'm pretty impressed.
I was also impressed with the craftsmanship. I saw no burrs or anything else that looked concerning.
@ see that’s what I had wondered about was the craftsmanship. I started to grab one to swap in my truggies to save my race engines. Might have to try one. Great articulation in the vids.🤘
Thanks for another great video 👍👍
Thanks for watching!
I've haven't had a nitro yet only stuck to electric but have recently been looking to expand my collection. Can you recommend a good nitro basher to start with?
Bro that thing is sick. Great job!
Thanks glad you enjoyed!
Love to try and get the motor to work in street car configuration.
I'll be doing the drawing soon!
Your videos are so awesome!!! The way you break everything down and explain it is great. I have certainly learned a lot watching your videos. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
I love seeing electric to nitro conversions. While nitro can be a pain, there's just something about the smell, sound for sure. Great video.
It definitely is rewarding when you get it right. Thanks for watching!
I love all RC man! It’s all amazing. Been an RC enthusiast since I was 11 . Anyway super cool series brother!
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I'm glad you made this video explaining diesel engines. Thank you
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Awesome video always enjoy watching your videos, thank you for the great content!!!
Thanks for watching :-)
This series is awesome and so is that tiny engine.
They definitely are fun!
Love the tear down deep dive videos.
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Really have been wanting to get my first nitro, this video really helps me understand how they work. Thank you
Go for it! It can be a lot of work but it's also very rewarding when you get it right.
Pretty sweet, I always thought about trying nitro.
I say go for it. It's definitely not for everyone but it's worth trying
@DoRC I have two slashes, a bandit, hoss, mini max, and trx4-m. Not sure what would be a good nitro fit.
You would definitely have seen true forced induction. I really enjoy the custom builds, combined with the "what if..." - Always glad to see another!
Yes entirely possible.
That motor looks really cool 😃😃
Yeah it's awesome!
i love this! nitro needs a comeback!!! good video man!
Yeah I'm afraid it probably will never happen though
Love that you're doing this as I'm getting into nitro it sucks that they aren't as popular as they used to be hearing that little motor roar is so much better than an electric whine
It definitely is more engaging.
Great job. Your knowledge base is amazing. The better everything gets in this hobby the more we all win. keep it up.
Agreed. Thanks for watching!
We are patiently awaiting a proper diesel swap now
Maybe someday. There aren't a lot of practical options.
Lol I think you said unfortunately way to Manny times 😂😂😂 awsome engineering bro.
That may unfortunately be the case.
I gave away my Revo 3.3 to a father and kid who didn't have a lot of money. I miss that truck... I'm sure they got a lot of good use out of it. I now run all electric with my 4 year old son. I think Nitro trucks would probably have stayed the same. Not much to change to be honest. Guys still race the MCD rigs and they just have easier ability to swap parts. So really its just ease of access and swap-ability. That Kraton is a 1 of a kind and absolutely amazing. Brings back good memories. ( I'm 39 now) I might have to hunt down a nitro truck and teach my son about it now.... Love the channel keep up the great content. Thanks
Edit - I happen to know the guy who made that ramp! He lives not far from me and has a great RUclips Channel. He setup a bash event at my local park and we had an amazing day. Small world.
Yeah they're really good ramps. I use mine all the time.
I’d love to see how that Kraton does with a proper truggy racing engine, anything with an on-board starter just robs so much power. I hope to see more of that build in the future. (Maybe even a clean-sheet 7075 chassis with optimized bracing and printed radio box)
You might be surprised. The pull starter does create a little bit of extra drag but I don't think it would be enough alone to make a huge difference. I've converted bump start engines to pull start before with no noticeable change in performance.
That being said a proper race engine definitely would be more powerful
Great vid buddy, Just got back into RC after 20 years..Nitro rules ..
It definitely has its charm.
Good stuff man! Every time I watch one of your videos I’m one step closer to pulling the trigger and just buying a new basher. Been a long time but I’m sure my young kids would love to get into it.
Do it!
Another amazing video man we are lucky to have you and your channel
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Please more nitro content this stuff is amazing
Stay tuned :-)
Dang, the nitro is way quicker than I expected!
Yeah did pretty well. I could get it a little bit faster with a touch more tuning but I like to run my engines a little on the fat side just to keep everything safe
Love my revo3.3 i built it fresh from chassis up now it sits on the shelf cause i dont wanna get it dirty😂 good to note that after every run you should make sure the piston is at the bottom so the sleeve doesn't shrink around it being top dead center or you will have blow by and lose compression 👍🏻love the smell of nitro in the morning 😊 but like you said its all about having fun man✌🏼
Definitely a good tip!
Definitely awesome to see you do all the work 💯👍
Glad you enjoyed it :-)
I love all of your videos, very informative. I have one nitro and just love it, and 4 electric 1/10 scale. Keep doing what you're doing, awesome job.
If you guys keep watching them I'll keep making them!
Nitro might be old school but it's a classic that will never die. It will always put a smile from ear to ear once you hear the noise.
It definitely is fun!
I had that same roll cage on my 3.3 Revo!
Do you know who makes it? It came with mine
@ no clue. Mine was chrome.
@OregunAdventure hmm. Yeah I tried figuring it out when I first got it but never could find one that looked like it.
@@DoRC got it in a trade in SoCal. I took a case of Blue Moon, laminated the box, and then cut body panels out for the cage. Looked awesome. Wish I still had some pics.
@@OregunAdventure That sounds pretty cool.
Wow, that Nitro car! Awesome!
Does it come with an electeic starter?
Awesome video, man.✌️🤙
Fpv long rang run on both cars?
See which one out last the other.
This one has a pull start but you can get them with electric start
Im loving the nitro kraton! It would be awesome to see a nitro big rock. I reckon that would be a killer truck on nitro. Always look forward to your builds. Thanks for the hard work and great content.
That does sound pretty awesome!
Another great video for the people.
Man I love nitro engines, it is amazing that an engine so small can work as well as it does.
Super nice job of converting it to nitro, like it came out of the factory that way.
Yeah that was the goal on this video. The previous video was just me kind of hacking things together to see how it would work. I don't really like to spend time making a polished product if it isn't going to be functional
that engine looks tuff would be cool in my tekno sc410.3
Sounds like a good project.