The video features RC Sparks playing with his RC trucks, particularly the Vaterra truck, in a muddy terrain. He talks about the truck's features, such as its waterproof ESC and servo, and its performance in the mud. He also shares tips on how to waterproof RC trucks, including the importance of cleaning the axles and bearings after playing in mud and water. Additionally, he discusses the use of lithium polymer batteries and how they can be affected by water. Throughout the video, RC Sparks showcases the truck's capabilities, including its crawling and mud-driving abilities, and provides a comparison between 1.9 and 2.2 size tires.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker has a Vaterra truck, which is a ready-to-run (RTR) version.
2. The truck has 1.9 Mudslinger tires on Integy rims.
3. The truck is waterproof, including the ESC and servo.
4. The speaker mentions that June is a rainy season.
5. The speaker is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
6. The speaker purchased the truck and accessories from Action Hobby in Calgary.
7. The truck's servo is slow but has good torque.
8. The speaker is using a 2S lipo battery.
9. The speaker mentions that lithium polymer batteries are sealed against air contact and can withstand water.
10. The speaker advises to dry off the balance port on lipo batteries after use.
11. The speaker mentions that bearings and axles should be cleaned and maintained regularly, especially after use in mud and water.
12. The speaker uses motor bearing oil to clean and maintain the truck's motors.
13. The speaker compares the height difference between 2.2 and 1.9 tires on the truck.
14. The speaker mentions that the truck's suspension setup can affect the height difference between the tires.
15. The speaker is testing the truck's rock crawling capabilities.
16. The speaker mentions that the truck's bumper can act as a drag brake in certain situations.
17. The speaker is using a stack of pallets as a obstacle course for the truck.
18. The speaker advises to ride the tires on the edges of hills to avoid going in sideways.