DBXL-E 2.0 Tire Options

In this video we answer the viewer question: Which tires do you prefer for the DBXL-E? AJ walks you through the different tire combinations he's run on his 1/5th scale Losi RC. Getting right down to the crux of the matter, AJ fills you in on the ups and downs of each set of tires and explains what is necessary for each application. Come along as we finally get to the bottom of this issue.
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[@johnpluskota8016]

Good fruitful information for thought. I’m new to the hobby and been researching everything I can to make all of the right decisions. I’ve had my share of RC cars in my childhood then drones as an adult. Now wanting to get into RC’s and need info like this because the hobby has changed so much throughout the years. Thanks for the update and please keep up with the information updates.

[@AJJAMStudios]

Will do, thanks 😎👍

[@motosessions]

Subscribed on this video alone. You gave a masterclass on TIRES and I’m sure there’s more gold on your channel. I learned so much! Thank you, sir.

[@AJJAMStudios]

Our pleasure. 😎👍

[@raydobson4547]

Hi yes i put the cooperheads on mine and completely rubbed through steering knuckles down to ball joint so you do need spacers, ray .

[@AJJAMStudios]

Great info, thanks.

[@notlrachtron]

Very comprehensive ..as a fairly new subscriber I’m impressed with the amount you cover on each subject ….what I would like to see is an in-depth one on batteries …what do all the figures mean , etc etc ..I get so confused with mah and c ratings … thanks keep the videos coming , wishes from the UK

[@AJJAMStudios]

Great suggestion!

[@ramos.nitrorc]

very helpful video...thanks!

[@SpeedSyko]

Awesome info AJ!!! That car did need a tire review. I use the copperheads a lot. Good choice!!!! 👊👍💯🏆

[@AJJAMStudios]

Right on, thanks 😎👍

[@_savageasfck_]

Seeing as they're significantly wider than the stock tires, do you notice any body rub with the Copperheads?

[@knowair6767]

Nice comparison video! Thanks! I am here looking for alternate tires for my Kraton 8s. I'm running a track mostly, hard pack clay. The CH are a good all around tire, well suited for most I'm sure, but I'm looking for quality and durability along with more traction. The Losi DBXL (and all Losi 1/5) use closed cell foam inserts, which are a huge advantage over all the other tires mentioned here. Open cell inserts are trash in my experience, they just don't hold up, period. Whether we're talking Arrma, TRX, Proline.. all come with open cell inserts which don't even last as long as the tires themselves usually. I'm appalled by the price that Jconcepts and Proline want for their 1/5 beadlock wheels and tires. Sure, the tires and wheels are decent, but open cell inserts with a $200 set of wheels/tires? Then to twist the knife by forcing us to buy another set of tires just to get the inserts from PorkLine, but at least they offer the tires separately from the wheels, which is more than I can say for Jconcepts.. sad.

[@heavymetalrc7520]

I've ran all the tires in this video. I have 2 dbxl-e's. One has badlands and one has trenchers. Both 17t. But I run castle electronics. Stock tires and Copperheads blew apart with that power and gearing. The prolines and my madmaxx giant grips hold just fine.

[@AJJAMStudios]

Good to know. Running stock gearing and electronics the Copperheads seem to hold up pretty well. We haven't lost one yet, and they control well. Your rigs sound fun, but expensive. Thanks for sharing. AJ

[@EM-sc3pr]

This is a great, very informative video! Thanks mate!

[@cwatson42785]

Lol funny I just asked you about this. You weren't lying! Perfect timing! 🍻

[@AJJAMStudios]

You gave me the idea for the video. That's what I like about this platform, it's interactive. I hope this helps. AJ

[@cwatson42785]

@@AJJAMStudios Very cool and very much appreciated! Love your channel for sure

[@BeautyBeastRC]

You probably would have really liked the outcast 8s tires since you like the k8s tires so much! even lighter and a tad smaller. Great video! you made me want to try my trenchers on the dbxl.

[@AJJAMStudios]

Great info, thanks!😎👍

[@Blueknight1960]

As you go wider on tires, you'll need to add the hub extenders. When you're turning left or right at full throttle, the ballooning will catch the body with the standard hubs. Also as people add power, bead locks are the way to go. I've heard a lot of people saying the glued tires are not strong enough for the heavy and powerful dbxl-e 2.0.

[@AJJAMStudios]

That’s valid. However the wider you make it the more vulnerable the suspension is. I think it’s a balancing act. If body rub is an issue widening the stance can be the only viable option. Thanks for commenting 😎👍

[@_savageasfck_]

@@AJJAMStudios DGI 1" hub extenders is the answer

[@heavymetalrc7520]

20mil center is awesome. It also thins as it warms up.

[@AJJAMStudios]

Sounds good. Thanks for sharing. AJ

[@jackmaddox4960]

Excellent upload, great info, thank you! I was JUST about to order a set of the Method RC Terraform All-Terrain Belted tires for the beast, they seem to have a good rep, and I'm partial to belted for this size for obvious reasons. Have you tried these at any point? I see their 1/8 size tires on the Arrma Fireteam 6S fairly regularly, and people say mostly (if not entirely) positive things about them. Anyway, now I'm reconsidering, either the Method RC's or the Kraton ones, which frankly, I really REALLY like the look of...! Thanks for all the excellent info!

[@jacobmartin9718]

Hola amigo, qué aceite me recomienda para los diferenciales traseros y delanteros , gracias amigo

[@GalamamasReviews]

Hello! I have dbxl and would like to know what oil you sugest to use for replace in shocks and for losi super baja rey as well? Also i want to know how to actualy clean car after all dirt collect inside, do i need simply take a hose and wash or use blower first than part by part with rug and specific cleaner rub? And last question is after i example disassemble my car and puting together what oil use for general greasing joints or any part that require bit grease?

[@cwatson42785]

I have some of the knobby style ones on mine that I had got in that trade but he also gave me stock ones too. I think im gonna run the stock ones as I drive mostly on street and grass. Plus I don't want to be tearing up my yard lol. Now when you say vent the tires you just do 3 small holes in the tire and not the foam too? And do you just use a 3mm hex heated up to poke your holes? Thanks as always bud!

[@AJJAMStudios]

If you go to our 101 playlist I have a video covering the venting process and why it is so important. Check it out, kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3nKfYyJpsqphpo

[@SoldierBoy3064]

I ordered the correct China tires off ebay thank you

[@AJJAMStudios]

Glad I could help

[@jrg4435]

Keep helping our enemies 🤦

[@joshuakhan1042]

I have a tenacity db pro and I'm stuck with what to choose from, do you have any ideas please?

[@edctrader9061]

Are any mods required when installing the Copperhead tires? Thanks in advance! Another great video!

[@AJJAMStudios]

We didn't have to do any mods for these. Thanks for asking. 😎👍

[@user-bt5ut2pw5w]

I bought a set of MT tires off Ebay, as per your recommendation. The silver hardware does not fit on the driveshaft. How did you mount your tires?

[@AJJAMStudios]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6uzdntng52JZqc This should help

[@adamlivelife2608]

What you using for drive shafts ? Need front drive shafts that don’t come apart after 20mins of driving?

[@AJJAMStudios]

We are still using stock shafts. I can’t explain why ours is holding up so well.

[@middlofmowhere1421]

I like your videos 🤓👍! I'm getting ready to build one of two vehicles. This one or the Traxxas UDR. I build mine from scratch cause I love it. Give me a parts diagram and access to the right parts and hang baby cause you're going for a ride 😂😎!

[@AJJAMStudios]

Nice 👍

[@emmanuelburque7498]

Link for the mt tires please? Thanks!

[@shawnj2319]

What's the size of them copperheads I'm running the duratrax lockups there 8"accross and 4" wide

[@goochn007]

What about the Duratrax hatchet x, no modification needed, wide and light

[@RBRCH]

Great video, very informative, thank you! Do you have a suggestion as well for road tires? 1/5 road tires are rare i quess?

[@AJJAMStudios]

We haven’t delved into on road much in 1/5th scale so I’m afraid I can’t be much help there. Thanks for asking though. You never know when we might actually have an answer that helps. AJ

[@RBRCH]

@@AJJAMStudios Hi, no problem, I understand. Thank you for replying 👍🏼

[@jaradgreen6013]

Can you do a video of the tire options for the Mojave?

[@michaelmclear2889]

Do you have to change the wheel hubs to fit the X-maxx wheels?

[@AJJAMStudios]

We have a video on adapting the to the modded Reeper. That will show you how to do it. 😎👍

[@marcosmtb7983]

Hello, is it possible to reverse in the electric dbxl version?

[@AJJAMStudios]

Yes

[@moereefer]

Arrma Kraton 8s exb tires are a little higher also all are vented +++

[@AJJAMStudios]

Yes. factory venting means Arrma is listening to the bashing community. Cool stuff. AJ

[@MrShaaman6969]

AJ. You rock . . I am in need of your expertise . . I recently bought a used 1/5th scale gas MCDracing BAJA 1000 . . .It has 18mm square drive wheels . .The street wheels are great but I need something with a bit more aggressive tread . . I am trying to find 18mm square wheels/tires or a conversion kit to make it 24mm hex . . I would greatly appreciate any help I can get . . .

[@AJJAMStudios]

What size are the axel shafts the hubs mount on?

[@MrShaaman6969]

@@AJJAMStudios 8mm hex shaft. Threaded end.

[@kerrybyars7147]

did you use any hub extenders on the copperhead two wheels?

[@AJJAMStudios]

No. We just turned down the throw for the steering a bit so the didn’t hit. They worked just fine like that.

[@kerrybyars7147]

@@AJJAMStudios Thanks. Just picked up a set today.

[@777beanz]

Have you made a video on how to properly vent tires?

[@AJJAMStudios]

Yes we have. It is in our 101 playlist. Thanks for asking 😎👍

[@777beanz]

@@AJJAMStudios thanks

[@joeyortiz13]

AJ i have a question I have a DB i keep breaking the piston in my rear shocks if u don't mind whats the best weight my DB is electric conversion 1100 kv XXL2 ESC, wheels are six pack x Duratrax ,,, i do jump it most BMX bike track, leaving info for best advice i really appreciate it. Shocks are fox same as yours

[@AJJAMStudios]

Our group has both versions, gas and electric, and we beat them senseless and yet we’ve never broken a shock on one. How is the piston breaking? Is it coming apart? Is it actually breaking parts?

[@joeyortiz13]

@@AJJAMStudios its breaking to pieces inside the shaft i set the droop screws accordingly and still, this the second pair

[@deltajet1]

do you need extenders to run the copperheads2 thxs mario

[@AJJAMStudios]

Negative. They fit right on with no issues. Thanks for asking 😎👍

[@georgesesparon3290]

Bonjours pourrais vous le traduire en France sil vous plait merci beaucoup bisous Georges bien to

[@TonyStark-pi3vc]

I highly disagree with your comments regarding the stock tires. Wheels are junk, as you stated with the hairline fractures. Those fractures grow however. And the tires and foams explode with even the slightest powertrain upgrade (which this rig desperately needs).

[@AJJAMStudios]

I understand. Keep in mind, we are running a stock machine for the power train and our tires held up just fine. Beefing up the motor and such is outside of our tests here. Thank you for the information. Your insight is greatly appreciated. 😎👍

[@jeromedaniels3914]

👍🏾👍🏾

[@cyclonerc1625]

2th 👍🤪😎

[@markamd1]

Man this guy talks pretty..... Horrible tire selction. Best one in this video is the stock set, but please, withiut the holes in the tires as you mentioned 😂

[@salmenda]

Christ, take dip out