Axial Yeti RTR vs Kit - Which is best for you?
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- čas přidán 10. 01. 2015
- Get an in-depth look at the differences between the Axial Yeti RTR and the Axial Yeti Kit versions.
Kit Version: amzn.to/2oDYYub
RTR Version: amzn.to/2nF9Avn - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I will be 72 in august and I still like rc been doin it for 40 years.
Dave Lytle.. your a big kid then.. we are many like you 😉
enjoy ur life.. dont worry
+DAVE LYTLE Great. I am 54 and was worried I was acting too much like a kid because I love playing with anything RC!
+panzerken 45 year old kid here. I don't care what the age is. Fun is fun.
Kit seems a no brainer. All the beefed up parts are what this model needed. Thanks for the thoughtful review.
Thanks for this video! It really clears some things up.
I pre-ordered my kit version 3 weeks ago from rpp hopefully it will ship soon! Parts laying on the bench ready for install lol
I just took apart my yeti score trophy truck and I saw hardened steel gears. Crazy to be messing with one of these this late in the game lol.
Great Video! I couldn't make up my mind so I got both but haven't opened the kit version yet because I've had such a blast with the RTR.. The RTR is no slouch, I did the radio swap with me Spektrum DX4S and tweaked the ESC with the Castle Link and went to a HiTech Waterproof Servo. The RTR servo is a good throttle servo for one of my nitro's..
Nice review I enjoyed all your imput, i think i will get the kit ver.
Great vid. Like seeing the RTR kit comparison. I would think the kit version would be my choice cause I would upgrade the motor and speed controller almost right away.
Great video, thanks man!
Thanks Harley. Ill most definetly get the kit version now. off to buy a kit now, my local hobby shop has one in stock. Thanks for your most informative videos.
vipxj1 Good choice, and the kit is a fun build!
I know the comment is late, and perhaps the cars have changed over time. But excellent video. Very informative. I didn’t know there was such a difference between the rtr and kit version.
Realy like your shows. Very informative. Personally I like the DIY part building.
Could you do a similar vid of the Wraith rtr vs kit? You can even include the Spider and Spawn.
Keep it up! Thnx
i went with option C, i bought a pretty well built Yeti on Ebay, Momba Max, Holmes Hobbies Puller Pro, Vanquish links and motor mount. all for about half the price. still building it up but man it is an incredible ride.
yes i agree kit looks to be way to go thanks for the info great vid
thay did a veary good job on the kit
I just got the RTR version, 2018 factory date, with upgraded AXIZ1000 hex adapters and TACTIC TTX300 tx/rx radio system...
Great video man 👍👍. I had already decided to go ahead and get the kit version since i just picked up a rx8 gen2 and 2000kv T8 for a great price anyways, but this just made me want it even more. What motor are you running in your yeti?
Trevor O'Connor I'm running a 3000KV Tekin Pro4HD in mine currently. I love the setup.
will an 1/8 scale brushless motor mount to the stock motor mount? i want to run the castle stuff out of my losi 8e.
Harley Designs, Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. I was just about to place a order for the RTR Yeti till I watched your video. I may just go with the kit version. If you don't mind me asking, can you recommend a inexpensive motor/esc combo that would be suitable for the Yeti? I was thinking maybe the Castle Creations 1/10 SV3 Sidewinder SCT System 3800kV. Your thoughts? Or should I get the motor/esc combo out of the RTR Yeti. (Found a few on ebay for sale.) Is there a Hobbywing combo you could recommend? Thanks again for posting the great videos. REALLY helps us newbies out a lot.
I don't run the hobby wing setups so I don't have much to suggest there. The 4 pole castle setups should be good but I'd suggest going with one that uses the MMP rather than the sidewinder. You want some higher amperage ratings for the Yeti as its a big 4x4 truck.
Just got two kit versions and they came with steel turnbuckles.. Is that a change Axial made because of durability issues?
What motor, esc, and servo did you put on this yeti?
went with rtr because i couldn't wait to bash. I'm looking forward to upgrading as I go.
Hello, how did the xl hold up to bashing, would it be as good as the x maxx, thank you
OK you've convinced me, I want a kit.
haha.. easy to target you then.. one thing , u dont have battry n charger in kit version..only in RTR and then u can upgrade what YOU really need..
just saying..
Hi Harley..which you recomend me the 1/8 or the XL.
How much more will a kit end up costing? Is it possible to build a slightly better rig for same price point as rtr?
I built a 1/10 yeti kit and put a castle 1/8 scale 2200kv combo in it along with hd 64 t spur and 22 t pinion for speed with a 2s at the time most likely going to a 3-4, as for the speed I thought it would be faster with the 1/8 in it and I'm disappointed , do you think the 3150 vanguard would work better ? Upgrades to the pinion/spur and bevel sets are coming , any suggestions ?
The KV is what matters most as that is what refers to the speed. A 3000kv system is pretty solid on 3s but to get that same speed on 2s you would need a 4500kv system which is generally not recommended.
Hi i have a hpi receiver box which is not waterproof, but as i noticed the receiver box goes in the bottom of chassis i believe. So would this be ok ??
Daniel McDonald the receiver box of the Yeti is waterproof. The receiver does not need to be waterproof.
I wanted the rtr until now but your very informative video changed my mind. Thanks for that! But I have nerver build a kit before, how do you install the receiver and the esc? Could you please make a video of that? And would it be a good choise to put all the electronics that the rtr has into the kit? If not, what would you take? I know a lot of questions I hope you can answer some. Thanks
Dennis Wächter I am working on getting some things going on simple install things like the ESC and radio question you asked. The RTR electronics are nice quality with the exception of maybe the radio which I would suggest spending a little more. You can also look into the other Castle 4 pole systems which are great basher setups.
Harley Designs Thank you very much for the information! You help a lot with your videos and comments!
cool vid
Super ta comparaison
thanks
Hey man I put most of my kit together and it's is the first yeti I have seen or touched so,kinda cool . I have seen vids but nothing with the flex or how the suspension works . I ask/ mention this as I have got little to no flex I have smooth up and down no binding but no articulation so not sure if the sway bar is that crazy or what. Cheers thanks from red deer rc
The rear sway bar definitely cuts down on the typical articulation you're used to. It's definitely geared towards speed and less crawling.
Harley Designs cool thanks for the info cheers man
Can you do the same type of video with the losi 8 e 1/8 4wd buggy I got the rtr version and have had a bit of problems with it and I'm a newb there's not much aftermarket info on it thanks
I stick to the Crawler/Scale/Ultra4 style cars. I don't mess with go-fast buggies like that really. Sorry.
Would you ever consider running a brushed setup? Thanks again for your videos.
Personally I don't think a brushed setup is appropriate for this truck. It really needs a good brushless system.
Do you know the cheapest place to get the kit cheapest I've found was £269 but there waiting shipment from suppliers
Usually tower hobbies will be cheapest when you use the appropriate coupon codes.
What steering servo are you running on the KIT version? Also did you have to or did you upgrade the steering servo on the RTR?
Rusty Stebar I am running a high power servo in both of mine. BUT the servo saver in the RTR and Kit are both pretty weak so if you run a lot of power it gets soaked up anyway. I have modified my servo saver with spacer to help this. I would suggest a servo with around 300 oz/in of power personally.
👍🏻 thanks.
I'm new to the brushless side of the hobby would a sidewinder 3 5700kv be ok in this car?
ChaosGeneral1 I think you would quickly overheat that setup. I would suggest a quality 4 pole motor and an ESC like the Mamba Max Pro instead of the sidewinder.
What.did you do to make it steer better?
You need a better servo in the rtr... The rtr servo is weak
Is the kit easy to build for a beginner i never built a kit before and that would suck if i bought the kit and i can't put it together
It's not much different than just about any other kit I've put together. Fast Eddy Bearings has a page by page, step by step, video series of how to assemble it if you needed extra help.
Harley Designs
Ok thanks
Hi. I am going to get a crawler, definitely Axial. But I want a kit because of the upgrades that come with it. Do you have a video on how to complete a kit from scratch? I barely know anything about crawlers since I'm only starting to get into this hobby.
How are these performing on mud / water? Will the exposed electronics be fine?
I do not have a start to finish video sorry. If you plan on a lot of water you'll need to buy waterproof electronics or waterproof them on your own. I personally do not like to give waterproofing advice as I don't like the moral liability I'd have if something wasn't described clearly.
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Is "Your" RTR version actually a "Harley Designs" licensed version that is available from Axial? If so, where is it available for purchase? I'd be happy to rep your brand!
That is a wrap from FreqESkinz.com which you just apply over the stock body. I use his stuff on pretty much all my rigs. I love to be able to customize!
I am really tempted to build a Yeti kit for a bit of crawling and a bit of trailing. Do you think a 21.5t brushless system on 2S will be suitable for this? I run the same 21.5t system in my SCX10 with good success.
Personally that's much too slow. And if you want to trail and crawl, I'd suggest a Wraith. A yeti is not a good crawler or trail rig. It's good at going fast.
Thanks for your thoughts, I'll stick to my original plan and go with a Wraith Spawn kit.
i would really like to build the kit, but i dont have enough money to buy the electronics
hmm Wraith v Yeti v RR10 Bomber oh jeez another mad choice haha
Axial loves it thick, with ribbing. But its too soft for this car, that foam needs to stiffen up. Mm I'm spent.
Поддерживаю вывод автора! Хочешь кататься - бери ртр и потом улучшай, есть больше денег - бери кит и тюнингуй в аццкую кооесницу!
The kit is $100 cheaper! Yes please!
BIIIPPPP....!!!!
Always get the RTR Version THEN upgrade..haha
in most of the KIT version there's NO BATTERY (charger etc) and That COST...!!
so get a RTR then upgrade on what YOU fancy.. dont muffle ur mind with to much videos and advises.. think whats Best for You.. quality , money , etc..
check my channel.guys i do lots of rc car videos and homemade bodyshell or diy.. enjoy
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There is no battery or charger in the RTR either. Research.
You understand this video is about the Axial Yeti correct? No Axial RTR vehicle comes with a battery or charger.
+Harley Designs ok sorry for this one.. (axial)
but usualy most RTR got that..
+Homer Sjk Hardened gears, better tires, link plates, better linkage... The kit really is the way to go, it will save you money in the long run