RCSparks is back at the RCSparks Ranch for a mud-filled adventure with an updated Vaterra RC truck, featuring 1.9 Mud Slinger tires on Integy rims. He tests the truck's capabilities in the mud and provides tips and tricks on waterproofing, axle and bearing maintenance, and LiPo battery care. The video also showcases the truck's performance in rock crawling, highlighting the importance of tire choice, suspension setup, and controlled throttle use.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The narrator is at the RCSparks Ranch.
2. The narrator has a small Gelande II truck, also known as the Gelande from RC Four Wheel Drive.
3. The narrator's child claims the small Gelande II truck as their own.
4. The narrator has been planning to do some fifth-scale races at the RCSparks Ranch.
5. The rain has been falling at the RCSparks Ranch, making it a great time to play in the mud.
6. The narrator has an updated Vaterra truck, which is a ready-to-run (RTR) version.
7. The narrator purchased the Vaterra truck from a local hobby shop called Action Hobby in Calgary.
8. The narrator also bought some tires and rims, specifically 1.9 Mud Slingers on Integy rims.
9. The narrator wanted to try out the smaller 1.9 size tires to see how the truck performs.
10. The narrator has another truck set up with 2.2 size tires.
11. The Alberta dirt is a mix of sand, clay, and soil, making it a unique and challenging terrain for RC trucks.
12. The narrator's truck has a waterproof ESC and servo.
13. The narrator mentions that lithium-polymer batteries (LiPos) are sealed against air contact and water.
14. The narrator notes that balance plugs and battery connectors can be prone to corrosion when exposed to water.
15. The narrator advises to dry off the balance port when taking out a LiPo battery to prevent issues with charging.
16. The narrator mentions that motor oil and motor-bearing oil are important for maintaining RC trucks.
17. The narrator compares the performance of the 1.9 and 2.2 size tires on the Vaterra truck.
18. The narrator notes that the suspension setup can affect the clearance of the truck.
19. The narrator demonstrates the truck's ability to crawl over rocks and navigate challenging terrain.