Custom Wheelie Bar for Traxxas Maxx 6S - will it help?

[@1776freddie]

The widemax kit makes the stance way wider and helps tremendously with body roll

[@traviswebb6137]

Im making mine 6s hobby wing max 8 can't wait to run it!!

[@jcchaconjr]

As the old saying goes, “Power is nothing without control”.

[@popwall4297]

JCChaconJr I've been saying this in the comments section ever since this truck came out

[@1peanut]

that is why i always go 3s in a 4s rig. still plenty of power and speed but not squirrely out of control power. also running 3 s in a 4s rig will help parts longevity.

[@whitsrcleftovers2707]

Thanks for throwing the sweeps on there and running, would have bothered me if we didn't know what belted tires do. Haha. And I agree with returning it to what it's meant for.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

You bet! That was one of our main goals. Just wish the tires had helped more. -Brett

[@staccatoglock]

1:16 …..I CALL traxxas with the same problem they be like “🤣🤣🤣🤣, click” 🥵

[@badlilstang]

I hit 88mph with mine.... I would prove it but the damn thing went back in time....

[@joshfleming3628]

When this sucker hits 88 mph you’ll see some serious sh*t

[@crazyrc4610]

Not with the stock tires right?

[@drjavogel]

"Extreme RC Enthusiast" -- That's me! But I am usually referred to as an "RC Addict." Still loving those table bongos.

[@andyb9994]

I agree, I actually run my Maxx on 3s and it's really fast like that and does wheelies on demand. Maxx is super tough I actually want to break something cause I like working on R/C's, but just won't break.👍

[@vibe808]

Mine went 80 mph On the way home from the hobby shop😎

[@jknewb6276]

Noice!

[@lukerecore7543]

Good idea, because I'm a drag racer and we can only use lexan plastic for all of the windows. It's really strong.

[@RoyFabian]

The maxx is a riot on stock 4s! One thing you could try is putting the widemaxx kit on yours. I put it on mine right out of the box and it handles way better than a stock maxx. That and maybe a regear, you might reach e revo territory. The stock tires didn't last long for me and the new sledgehammer tires are better, but i still managed to start blowing the foam out them. Belted tires are next. Only broke a stock axle stub shaft after going into a full speed cartwheel on pavement.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

You're right. The Wide Kit makes a big improvement to the handling, corning ability and roll overs. I had the pleasure to drive one with the kit and we even added UDR tires and it was sublime. And there were much fewer wheelies and you could drive really aggressively, in control. Good tips Roy. -Brett

[@thehuff9058]

alright that bunny hop was pretty sweet lol

[@ricklepickle9032]

Time stamp?

[@ricklepickle9032]

And I know, I am a little late lol

[@noahsmith173]

@@ricklepickle9032 8:34

[@minimaxxmaniac231]

He should try again with the wide maxx kit

[@sixteenornumber]

I think one of the issues here with wandering at high speed is that there is a lot of slop in the suspension. the pins are 4mm while the holes are all approximately 4.15mm. You can find "4.2mm high speed steel rods" online for around $10.

[@STEVOD313]

Hey Brett awesome video, kept me entertained while laying in the hospital after spine surgery, so thanks for sharing this brotha!

[@STEVOD313]

That wheelie bar looks so goofy LOL but hey it got the job done

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Happy to help STEVO. Hope you back on your feet soon and out of that hospital man! Take care. -Brett

[@STEVOD313]

@@AMain_Hobbies Thanks bud

[@B3A5TRC]

I'm only running stock with 4s, and jts a monster. I love the MAXX!

[@dgross361]

ran n snow 2night awsome tore it up got badlands on b4....been ronning road rage 4 a minute....too much torqe soin slip...learning control and wrecking...thanx

[@MrWayne-cb9tp]

Wide Maxx it, gear it up, add fans, and zoom zoom!!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Me like zoom zoom!!! -Brett

[@Ghost.uppercut]

135 was broken with the xmaxx which is awesome and I believe the wheel bar made too much drag. one day I hope they make these diffs fully electronic so you can bias 60% or 80% front power and 40% or 20% rear like mostly all subaru's

[@Zippy247]

Absolutely love the video and I totally agree with what you said 4S power is plenty of power and I love the bit where you release the Max back into its natural environment and have a spin because you’re right that’s where he belongs and you can also have a lot of fun on the tarmac or pavement.. excellent video.. 👍👍😍😍

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Thanks Fred. -Brett

[@vinrave]

Maxx is made perfect. No need to put 6s. Thanks for the video! I also have the same truck and it’s amazing!

[@pf465]

8:50 nice ollie bro :)

[@DadoMolina]

@amainhobbies were you able to connect the lights with this set up you built

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No. Removing the Traxxas ESC makes that very difficult. Had we used a Traxxas 6S ESC it should have all worked. -Brett

[@NigelLee190]

The driveshafts are stupid weak if you ask me. It’s a miracle that they have held together with this power. Great video btw 👍

[@AMain_Hobbies]

IDK man, I agree they break, but they take some abuse before it happens. I've never broke one on the very first run, I'll just say that. -Brett

[@dantop1280]

Very good point for all the 'newbies'......just " Do it in the Dirt " !

[@TheToecutter69]

T-Bone Racing has wheelie bar 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@craigstape1987]

The beauty and hindrance of tyres ballooning is they naturally gear up the faster you go, you will find the random power wheelies are exactly when the rear wheels balloon and gear up the truck but with that comes instability.......only way you are going to max it out is downforce, 2 speed box, banded tyres, geared up to the eyeballs, and a real staedy hand or slow steering servo.

[@doctajuice]

Yeah you'd literally have to build it into a speed run rig which is silly because there are platforms designed for that 😂😂

[@MrSneakyGunz]

Traxxas Maxx to the MAXX!

[@biggalrclife]

Traxxas maxx 😤

[@ryanosborne4525]

How good does that esc and motor combo run on 4s if one wanted to upgrade the stock motor and esc

[@moistnuuget6997]

I wonder if the wide kit and the belted tires would help.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yeah, that would be interesting to try. We'll keep our eye on the wide kit when it is released. -Brett

[@Divine.Prince]

It made me feel good knowing that the traxxas maxx is now in its natural habitat.

[@ramonmartinez4856]

Mann I just put that set up in my Maxx I did not run it yet but from the looks of your video I'm getting a 5s battery

[@rcwildman9255]

I wonder if that wheelie bar was touching the ground making it go side to side like that. Mine goes pretty darn straight

[@xmaxxfan1857]

Thx for the info I'm leaving mine stock

[@MannyGotit]

Heck i have tons of fun running my maxx on 3s. Great video btw.

[@ThatPunker]

What gear mashup did you run ?

[@Backyardbrawlr]

Have you tried the Wide Maxx kit to get the stability back.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes and it greatly helps. The rear end walks less when wheeling and doesn't traction roll as much. It's a great upgrade. -Brett

[@dgross361]

just inst alum splined hubs proline bad lands no clearance issuse ... cant wait 2 run.....bigger wheel low pro tire should rip .almost went street.b honest how much do i get on black stand up and full throttle tsm off touch on that.

[@sugarfree850]

I would say the servo is the high dollar item worth every penny, at least for me.

[@smitheshn6637]

Its just "too narrow for the height".. I'm saying this forever!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

With that phrase comes great power. -Brett

[@andrewmcallister4151]

They make a wide kit... modify the tires so they won't baloon... and ummm the 1515 is only 4s capable

[@Hondacber]

How balanced is that truck with a 6S battery in it ? I would think it would be heavy on one side. I like the E REVO because the chassey is balanced.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yeah, it was a little heavy to the one side but we didn't notice it when driving. -Brett

[@aristotleoracles1457]

the swelling tires look comical. LOL!

[@murdernovaltr]

Whats the best Batteries for the maxx thinking of buying one when they come back stock but really want to know ahead of time whats the best lipos to get for the money?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

The 5000mAh 4S is a great choice: www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-maxx-4s-25c-lipo-battery-14.8v-5000mah-tra2889x/p768332 -Brett

[@douglaselliott8298]

Ya know; When Craig Breedlove and others of his ilk go 500+mph at Utah's Great Salt Lake their vehicles are very specifically designed and equipped. And when/if something goes wrong it's often catastrophic. A 1/10 scale RC truck is doing 500(scale) MPH at 50mph. See what I'm saying?

[@evangurney4537]

What about widemaxx kit?

[@rhyspant]

How have the diffs held up running 6s? Is it still reliable?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

So far so good. Traxxas claims the drivetrain and diffs are rated for 6S power and the Maxx has proven it true. Although... is the 6S worth it? It is for bragging rights or making a KZbin video, but it's really not necessary and probably takes away from the driving experience, rather than adding to it. -Brett

[@rcpd3157]

What about with the WIDEMAXX KIT Installed? Would 6s be usable?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Sure, the WideMaxx kit should still work with 6S. -Brett

[@MrLincoln87]

Widemaxx suspension, lowered on the arms.. mount the giant battery under the chassis to keep a lower CG, and a big F off wing How was the weight balance left to right side after the bigger motor/bigger battery went on?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

We didn't notice any different characteristics with the extra weight other than the truck being super powerful. We've since converted the truck back to 4S which is still plenty powerful. -Brett

[@thornmatthew8395]

Got a weird one... bought a Traxxas rustler 4x4 (I’ve had other cars including stampede but it’s been a while) so anyways... this morning I turned in the car for the 3rd or 4th time in my basement. I turned the radio on then I turned the car on and the second I did it took off. The radio wasn’t even in my hand! What happened next was the car ran into laundry on the ground waiting to go in the washer and got a bed sheet tangled in the front tires. I tried to turn the car off but it would not so I had to unplug the battery. The electronics in the car got pretty hot! The wires to the battery were warm to the touch. I waited a few and the car seemed fine... drove it for a while. Second question... the cars trim has to me all the way to the right to track correctly. is that normal? Third question... why can’t you adjust trim with tsm on?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, usually the trim isn't all the way to one side. You may be able to improve that by adjusting the servo horn on the servo. If you remove the servo, there is one screw holding on the servo horn. Remove that screw, pull off the horn, and adjust it one tick on the spline. But before sure to recenter the trims on the transmitter to see where the servo centers up. Not sure why the trims don't work with TSM, we've done it and it work. You could try turning down TSM with the multi function knob and adjusting trims then. Trims should work when TSM is enabled. -Brett

[@thornmatthew8395]

Thanks! Traxxas states you shouldn’t adjust trim while tsm is on. Couldn’t imagine why.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@thornmatthew8395 Wow, I didn't know that. Glad they were able to help you and thanks for forwarding the information. -Brett

[@THEMASKEDMASTER]

✌🏻😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿I still want one. Is it more controlled in the air now you have more power?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yeah, in the air it's very responsive, but that is true on 4S too. -Brett

[@ronbasher8117]

Hey Brett, what's a "drive shoft" hehe.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Exactly -Brett

[@RMJ1984]

I'm waiting for the next video, where they upgrade it to 8S and add wings, i wanna see the beast fly to the heavens!

[@KaniZRC]

Lol... it's going to ISS station.

[@jonathanurdaneta5305]

What were the temps like when running 6s with the stock gearing?

[@thexcshop7564]

If your wheele bar is off the ground some. The suspension will compress enough to give the truck more stability. And the lexsand is to flimsy. When you have large amounts of pressure on it, it's going to flex one way or another witch will steer the truck on way or another.

[@joshbalding2349]

You gotta put that 34/34 gearing in it! Lol

[@anthonytoombs3115]

Twisted 2 plastic driveshafts on mine at the same time trying to self right. They are week!

[@michellerose9680]

You should trie using the wide kit for better stanility

[@GrumpyOldManRC]

That was a great video, but I coulda told ya that it wouldn't work! I tried this back in the day with an HPI eSavage. Brushless conversion to a single motor, Castle system and over volting it. WAY too much power and absolutely uncontrollable, but like the MAXX, it was a beast on short blips of the throttle. I'll still give you an A for effort , Brett since you don't have my vast years of experience to fall back on.🙄😉🤣👌👍

[@AMain_Hobbies]

HA! That's true; sometimes you have to learn the hard way. I really thought we could get more out of it, but it wasn't meant to be. Bet that eSavage was fast! I had the nitro version and it was a blast and really durable. The electric version would be quite the handful! -Brett

[@GrumpyOldManRC]

It was top heavy and prone to snapping axles. I put an extended chassis on it with a wider stance and this helped but some of the plastics in the drive line still couldn't handle the stress but you're right, it was faster than stock. I took my leg out from under myself more than once and knocked an older man down once. I'm gonna donate it to Operation 11CHARLIE RC soon.

[@never-stock-rc2968]

Wait you can put a 6s power plant crash at 70 and traxxas will send you parts??

[@curtishubbard907]

Just got it for its size its a fast A nuff for me for now little monster

[@kgartin624]

Why are you using such thin lexan?🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@minimaxxmaniac231]

He should also put heavier weight shock oil and ease on the throttle a bit less

[@TargetingXmod_RC]

Yep liked the video. Thanks...

[@wolfenher6937]

Have you ever tried 8s power? That combo can take 4s lipo

[@prestoncole5218]

Was the max still all over the place with TSM on?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

For the speed runs in this video, we actually had to turn TSM up slightly for a little more stability. In the past, most high speed pavement driving would require stabilization to be turned down, or else you get the speed wobbles, but stability was so edgy without TSM, we had to use it. -Brett

[@khusboosoni4296]

Please give me description link Of shock oil

[@AMain_Hobbies]

This 60wt works really well in the Maxx, but you can change to a different wt from the drop down on the right side: www.amainhobbies.com/team-losi-racing-silicone-shock-oil-2oz-60wt-tlr74014/p453444?v=252364 -Brett

[@kcira8578]

You can't turn a tiger to a cheetah.

[@davidreed3724]

It's more like turning a hippo into a tiger.lol

[@davidreed3724]

Well maybe with the high center of gravity it is like turning an elephant into a tiger. Can you imagine a 50+ MPH elephant turning and start cartwheeling? 😄😂🤣

[@NathanStorer-RC]

Maybe add weight in the front?

[@nickd.5692]

You guys should do a 12s xmaxx

[@MrRickTic]

Turn it into a wide max with Anti-rollbar’s

[@gadgetmantwincities]

Great video Brett!

[@Caleb_hatch1]

You should do aluminum arms and axles

[@TheRupes]

can you put a power limiter so you get 6s but extreme run time?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Not exactly. Although on 6S there is so much power, you won't be able to realistically drive pulling the trigger wide open, so in a way, you'll be the power limiter. -Brett

[@theirishaxe9405]

I can't believe they sent you replacement parts when you were running it on 6s! Or did you happen to leave that part out 😋

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Ha, true. Luckily, they only wanted to know what parts broke and didn't ask how. Their customer service on these early release vehicles has been really good. -Brett

[@DeRock401]

Nice try man. I love the aspirations lol. I can’t stand the people who say “oh stock is plenty enough” like those people will never understand our mindset of wanting more.

[@JK-qv8sv]

Installing a Gyro might help the stability issue

[@AMain_Hobbies]

We used the on-board TSM quite a bit and it did help. -Brett

[@zoominnboomin]

That's crazy! I hit 60mph with my jlb cheetah and the thing is almost undriveable on 4s lol

[@cirasarc4413]

Traxxas: yes it's 6S compatible.

[@skagerstrom]

To be honest that was a pretty bad crash. On asphalt :P Not alot of cars would survive that without damage :P

[@Sphyxx]

Time for 8s?

[@Sflhunter]

My driveshafts from the factory or jammed in the wrong key way and I was wondering why my suspension was sticking and everything felt so stiff so I took everything apart to clean it and realized that they were keyed

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Wow, they were assembled incorrectly? Shoot, that will cause some major binding. I noticed the driveshafts will not slide together at all if you don't key them correctly. Sorry that happened to you but thankfully you caught it. -Brett

[@1peanut]

I really want a 4x4 like this Maxx just cant afford it. it took 3 months to save up for new pair of shoes. cool truck tho. Maxx is like Granite style basher 4x4. both do 50 mph but the Granite is 3s. this Maxx is 4s and you made it 6s ? Cant wiat to see top speed.

[@EXTREMERC416]

He just did 57mph on 6s

[@TheBigToe69]

Water Islife 57mph on 6s, 54mph on 4s stock out the box. Truck is geared as high as it’s gonna go no matter the battery size. It needs to be re-geared to go any faster

[@KTMcaptain]

Mamba x is for lighter vehicles. I know because when mine failed on my trx6 they told me it’s not suited for that vehicle, but they did replace it.

[@keekay_cg32c7.r2]

I know the solution! Put 8s 😂

[@skidsftw8074]

Xmaxx esc lmao

[@jessheffren6841]

I have photos if you want to see it still a work-in-progress the truck is extremely fast

[@hugocinco2420]

The self righting broke a rear a rear shaft on mine first day. I won't be using it

[@TheChevy102]

Did you play with gearing at all ? I'm sure you could get 70mph out of it with the right gearing.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, it's the stock gearing. I'm confident the gearing and power could do 70mph, but it was a little too unstable to put down all that power. -Brett

[@TheChevy102]

Haha totally understand Brett , I have over powered a few of my rigs over the years and yes too much power and you aren’t able to use it like you said in the video maybe I’m little spurts. 👍love the vids buddy maybe one of these days I’ll win a giveaway haha

[@Thom11WRX]

Curious how Traxxas is claiming 60 MPH on 4s *(with optional gearing). It did look to be wandering quite a bit at that speed. I've been running mine 3s, I think it's time to purchase some 4s though.

[@Dookiemookie22]

I have the maxx v2 and I hit 78mph right now on 4s and it goes straight as an arrow

[@AMain_Hobbies]

A box-stock truck? I call BS without video proof. -Brett

[@dgross361]

boat guy havn 2 much fun

[@RC-ty5ym]

I'm just wondering how many years Brett has been working at AMain Hobbies. Whats about a "Ask Brett /AMain" video, where you guys are answering our questions? Would be cool if you cold do a video like that.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That might be fun to do a Q/A session. Think many people would ask questions though? To answer yours, I've been at AMain for a little over 8 years. -Brett

[@RC-ty5ym]

@@AMain_Hobbies That's a long time!

[@giovannids3848]

That was very cool vid

[@dgross361]

lov my maxx 3s ....proline belted hopefully 2 day!!!!! flipped my m41 twice yesterday blow over is a bitch!!!!wish i could film that cat was on edge b4 capsize....

[@bluecheese901p5]

I need one of those wheelie bars can u sell me one I put taller tires on mine and it flips over

[@Bziiit.]

Your wheelie bar prevent you from doing wheelie but at high speed, it seems to become a rudder and make the truck unstable.. Sorry for my english, I'm french!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I think you are correct Valentin. -Brett

[@Bziiit.]

@@AMain_Hobbies ;)

[@jessheffren6841]

You want to do speed runs do it with a stampede 4x4

[@siccreations1287]

wheels are to close together on the wheelie bar that is why it gets squriley at high speeds, put the wheels wider apart and it would help.

[@1998gst4611]

Oh this is the Maxx not the Xmaxx, 2 different trucks right?

[@jessheffren6841]

Or slash my Stampede runs on 8s running the xlx with the 4070 TP powered can

[@AMain_Hobbies]

You have a Stampede on 8S?!!! Holy Smokes man. Have any video? -Brett

[@Kaiikeda]

At this point Losi sbr is the clear cut winner at the $500 pricepoint. The $700 with spectrum receiver is even more capable to this garbage. Its bigger , faster, more durable.

[@domsscalemodels8267]

Its like putting an xo1 of road

[@scu-dub]

Maybe the wide kit would've laid down the speed run?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It probably would have helped add some stability. -Brett