When size matters, the new Redcat Vertex-6 delivers
​The Vertex-6 is a 1:6 scale, low center of gravity, 4-wheel drive, brushless rock crawler, built for performance, built to conquer the toughest terrain and designed to impress. ​

THE REDCAT VERTEX-6 LARGE SCALE CRAWLER
​The Vertex-6 is a 1:6 LCG crawler built for performance, built to conquer, designed to impress

HOBBYWING FUSION RTR BRUSHLESS 2-IN1 FOC SYSTEM
1800kv 4269 size brushless motor with integrated programmable ESC - 4S Ready - 8.4V BEC out of the box

HEXFLY LARGE SCALE DIGITAL SERVO
Powerful metal gear waterproof servo running at 70kg - Clamping metal servo horn (15T)

LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY (LCG) FLAT RAIL CHASSIS
Low prowertrain position provides extra stability - Forward-mounted motor delivers improved front-weight bias for enhanced traction - Low center of gravity has been achieved while maintaining maximum ground clearance Front/Rear weight bias of 57/43 out of the box. Users can achieve 60/40 with Optional Weight Hangers

VERSATILE, PERFORMANCE-DRIVEN CHASSIS FEATURES
Multiple battery mounting options support various pack sizes and balance preferences. Durable 4mm ladder frame insures rugged, long-lasting structural integrity. Perfect 50/50 Left-to-Right weight bias is achieved with a 4s 2200mAh battery when installed on the Right Hand Slider

SELECTABLE GEARING FROM TRANSMITTER
Select between 0% & 33% underdrive on the fly. Final drive ratio 49.22:1 Front, 68.91:1 Rear (@33% underdrive). 16T pinion, 35T spur gear

HEAVY-DUTY AXLES
​Reinforced axles with steel internal tube inserts provide added strength and a lower center of gravity. Hypoid-style ring and pinion increase ground clearance, allowing the diamond-shaped central axle housing to easily slide over obstacles. 

HEAVY-DUTY METAL DRIVESHAFTS
​Splined metal drive shafts insure a constant solid connection. Driveshaft ends are angled to easily slide over obstacles. 

SUPERIOR STEERING PERFORMANCE
​Double CV joint enables ultra-smooth articulation at extreme steering angles. Adjustable Ackermann using included blocks for optimal steering response.

FRONT TILT BODY MOUNTING SYSTEM
The body is hinged at the front for easy removal

OIL FILLED AIR EMULSION SHOCKS
​Aluminum bodied air emulsion shocks with X-Ring seals provide improved damping and grip

REDCAT RTX-4C
4 Channel radio system with adjustable EPA on all channels

Having been into RC for over 35 years now (gulp), I've made just about every mistake a guy can.  One of my mistakes was not investing in quality tools for wrenching on my cars.  I invested in "good" tools two years ago and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

If I could go back in time, and talk to a younger me, I'd tell myself to buy MIP tools and nothing else.  That's the message I'm sharing with you today as well.

I can hear you now..."but Rob, MIP tools are expensive...I can buy a complete set of tools from China for the cost of just one MIP."  If you are thinking this, don't forget to consider the cost of replacing those cheap tools - the MIP tools will last much much longer.  More importantly, using high quality tools will dramatically reduce the risk of stripping screws.  Just think of how much time, frustration and expense you'll save if you ever strip a screw and have to cut it out.  Trust me, that's a pain in the butt that you don't want to have to deal with.

Here's the good news, you don't need very many tools.  If you are on a budget, this is the only one you need:

• ​MIP 2.0mm Hex Driver (9008)

A 2.0mm Hex Driver will cover 90% of your wrenching needs and will only cost you around $20.  If money is an issue, just get this one and you'll be in good shape.  Do not buy a ball end driver - just get the regular 2.0mm driver (part #9008)

If you have a little more money, you may want to consider buying a 1.5mm and a 2.5mm hex driver as well.  The 1.5mm comes in handy for small set screws such as those on pinion gears and for some of the trim pieces on the Gen8 body.  The 2.5mm will be used once in a while on larger screws (My TR-SC10e only had two screws on the chassis that required this driver).  These are available individually but you'll save some money if you buy the complete set.  Again, don't buy ball end drivers...just get the regular hex drivers.

• MIP 1.5mm Hex Driver (9007)
• MIP  2.5mm Hex Driver (9009)
• MIP 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm Hex Driver Set (9502)

These will cover 99% of your wrenching needs.  But, if you are anything like me, you may want to fill out your toolbox with a few rarely used but very handy tools as well such as a 2.0mm Ball End Hex Driver.

• MIP 2.0mm Ball End Hex Driver

A ball end driver comes in handy if you have a difficult to reach screw (usually on lower shock mount or servo horn).  The ball end allows you to access the screw from a slight angle.  I don't recommend using a ball end driver unless it is absolutely necessary as your chances of stripping the screw increase. ​

A few other nice to have tools but not really required include:

• MIP Nut Driver Set 
• MIP Turnbuckle Wrenches
• MIP Speed Tips
• Power Driver

I use my nut drivers all of the time and I'm very happy with them but truthfully, cheap nut drivers work fine.  I just like everything to match and I like how the MIP handles feel in my hand.

​I paid around $20 for my power driver and I REALLY like it.  It saves a lot of time when wrenching on my vehicles but, you have to be extra careful to not scrip screws.  I like to use mine to drive the screw in 95% of the way and then finish it off by twisting the screwdriver manually.

So, to recap, if you are on a budget, just grab yourself and MIP 2.0mm Hex Driver.  If you have a little extra cash, go for the set that includes the 1.5mm, 2.0mm and 2.5mm Hex Drivers.  After that, you really don't need anything but the power driver and 2.0mm speed tip is a time saver.  Everything else is just a bonus.

'till next time

​Rob