ARRMA Kraton 8s 1/5 "Power Freak" Limitless 34/34 gears 840kv 56112 Hobbystar...

When ridiculous power is just enough...Lol. Swapped on a Limitless 34T spool gear to replace the stock 47T Kraton 8s spur and used another for the pinion for 1/1 gearing. The dual grub screws anchor perfectly on the transmission shaft and eliminates the need for oversized pinions with lower kv setups. So far I'm loving this Hobbystar 56112. Shout out to M2C Racing for the brilliant upgrades and Fast Track Hobbies in Rocklin, CA.

[@richduperbash2966]

So far I'm very impressed with this Hobbystar 840kv and 1/1 gearing 👀. The Limitless gear option fits perfectly. Wanted to add the M2C Racing suspension blocks have done Killer locking in the arms and taking brutal impacts 💪. I did find I'd bent one of the tool steel shock shafts, but they're definitely WAY stronger than stock. Should be available on M2C website soon. 😎💪👊👊

[@alexmcmillan7833]

Rich I spoke with Mitch looper and I’m gonna get m2c shock and chassis set up on my kraton 6s can’t Wait because I was out bashing the other day with my son and I bent the factory Chassis and rear shock tower bummer but it comes with the game so time to fix it up

[@sbrown7395]

Hey brother nice truck I crashed my first one into an wall need help putting it back together

[@richduperbash2966]

@@sbrown7395 hey Brother 👊. That actually sounds pretty bad 😱. Did you get it sorted or have any questions about repairs 🤔

[@sbrown7395]

Thanks for supporting as we know now parts are hard to come by but it repair only to do it again on the right side

[@richduperbash2966]

@@sbrown7395 do your best not to hit solid objects. I've done it multiple times (on accident) and still do it occasionally. You'll break parts everytime. Even slower speed impacts are brutal.

[@wtfmimshag]

First time jumping mine around a local BMX track this morning - really makes me appreciate how hard you go on your trucks. You sir, are a mad man.

[@lridebashitrc9422]

The beast was out of the cage on this one 😱😱😱. About the time I think you can’t make the Kraton 8s any better you do. 👍👍👊🏻👍👊🏻💪. Great bash and some awesome upgrades. Bash on 😎😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗!!!! This platform has been a true pleasure to experiment with 😍. The layout is so simple and well thought out. It's clear ARRMA knew guys would want to drop BIG systems in. The transmission has been absolutely flawless despite brutal use with heavier wheels. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@truth654567]

I can't get enough of your kraton 8s vids rich!! You're part of the reason I bought one 👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 👊!!!! I've honestly become a K8s addict 😝. Just such a Killer fun platform. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@tomtracks3007]

BEAUTIFUL BASH once again with the big beast! You've dialed that rig perfectly with the 800kv and gearing brother, I love the way it runs, your corrections in the air were precise. My next setup will have to be a hobby star, great motors from what I've seen. Thanks for staying in the RC GAME with your videos Rich, I love every single one. Quality at it's finest baby!😎👊❤️🔥💯💪✌️

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Tom 🤗!!!! The K8s feels like a jet powered tank 😱. Loving this power setup. I've had great luck with my Hobbystar stuff overall 👍. Definitely a huge torque gain at the wheels with impressive top speeds. Really appreciate your kind words as always Brother 😊🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@DanWhite1025]

"Rich, you should try RC aircraft." Rich: "Hold my beer."

[@freddyt8452]

Awsome again and always Rich You re awsome man explaining everything and bashing like à pro

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Frederic 🤗!!!! Truly appreciate the kind words Brother. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@radiocontrolsoul]

What a machine! The sound it makes is incredible

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 😊. I'm really digging the sound too 😍. This motor and gear combo winds ups and just keeps railing 👀🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@Basherqueen]

Awesome basing Rich! You let this heavy rig fly like a 1/8th scale. It must be earth shattering when she comes down. 🐘 Defensively an impressive set up 😍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Kimberly 😍!!!! Indeed, she jumps and lands with authority 😱🤣🤣. It's really quite Crazy she takes it so well at 31lbs fully loaded 👀. I never imagined it, but the M2C chassis and other upgrades certainly help 🥰🥰😎💪👊👊

[@reneschmidt9367]

inSANE airtime, mad skills. Seeing your open space/untended construction sites not only make me super jealous, but it makes me miss NorCal. Shout out from SoCal :-)

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Rene 🤗!!!! Ironically, most of the construction sites near me are totally fenced off with no trespassing signs everywhere 😝. These spots are exceptions I'm super grateful to hit. I'm hoping to snag some land of my own and a skid steer 👀🍻😎💪👊👊

[@rccrazy]

That motor sounds silent, awesome 👍 you can just hear the gears over the motor, I like it 👌

[@RedRoxRc]

Awesome video bro! Having fun and teaching at the same time! Great job overall on exploiting the strengths and weaknesses of the King Kraton!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😁!!!! Definitely had a Blast out there with this big power setup 😍. Wasn't expecting that efficiency running 1/1 gearing, but it feels perfect. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@drrcstunt]

Amazing Rich 😱👍🙂you did a great job on the kraton 8s, it seems to be going really well, also the updates of the m2c Racing are truly spectacular and robust. You really hit hard on the ground but it held up very well💪💪 As always a Nice video my friend😁😁😎 👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much David 😁!!!! This 840kv + 34/34 gearing is a Sick setup 👀. Simply gobs of power available with smooth low end even. I wanted to see if the extra size and weight of the 56112 would handle bigger jumps and it passed no problem 💪. The M2C motor mount is up to task. Had a Blast dumping the throttle out there. 😍👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@User-four20]

Ever since i got the kraton 8s I've been watching ur vids alot and the raw bashing is always nice. Maybe u could go over your entire rc collection and charging setup vid? Would be cool 👍

[@Mail-ke3kj]

Oh man, I don’t know why you don’t have 100,000 yet because I’d sub and keep coming back to see this every single day.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗!!!! My channel is fairly basic and raw. The focus is sharing ideas, tuning tips, and having fun bashing of course 😍. It's not flashy or overly eye catching, but I appreciate my subs and truly enjoy the comments and support. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@lexsteel12]

@@richduperbash2966 These RC companies should hire you full time. You all but sell their cars, parts, and make people more aware of the hobby. That deserves recognition. It doesn't hurt that you are an excellent driver, slash basher. At the very least, the RC companies should hire you to be their test driver, for their area 51 cars, lol. I am sure you'll bash the hell out of them.

[@richduperbash2966]

@@lexsteel12 thanks Brother👊!!!! I give suggestions and feedback as a casual advisor of sorts. My career is fairly demanding. RC is a passion and a major stress relief 😍. I'm testing stuff regularly, but more for the love of it than anything. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Twentyfoursilver]

Rad session Rich , interesting motor combo , more torque is good . HaHa nice wheel grab ! Be safe brother .🚀🤘😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 👊!!!! I'd been curious about this setup for awhile. Definitely has gobs of torque and the 2 Limitless spools work great together. This motor forced me to go back to a socket wrench for the wheel nuts 😱🤣🤣😎💪👊👊

[@cante199]

Rich Duperbash hey bro! Thank you for other awesome video and huge airs 🥶 for what I’m seeing in your contents, the kraton 6s (with m2c upgrades for sure) is pretty more durable than the 8s (with m2c upgrades too).. is that right? I would try a bigger scale but the momentum seems really killer 😂

[@richduperbash2966]

@@cante199 thanks Brother 🤗!!!! I feel both the 6s and 8s are extremely durable with proper tuning and M2C upgrades 👍. That said, the 6s has a huge weight savings advantage for durability. From a physics standpoint, the 6s can take more odd angle landings and hits with far less impact force. The 8s is a BIG heavy Beast that commands serious respect 👀. I'm keenly aware of this when out bashing. They're really 2 different animals. For gnarly big terrain, the 8s kills it. For absolute speed and agility, the 6s truly rips even stock. Both are quite durable dressed for the occasion.🍻😎💪👊👊

[@_gummikko_]

You really know how to bash these monsters 💎👏🏻 Really love your vids everytime 👌🏻

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗!!!! Really appreciate the kind words. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@droningharry]

So wow, amazing. Quarantine Bashes are epic. I've got all 3 of my Arrmas back in full bash mode and loving every moment of it. That 8S Kraton, I saw a video from someone who does no modes and they were screaming about 35MPH. I sat and thought really? You get how under powered this beast is, especially for the money laid out? What I love, Rich. You break it, then rebuild it stronger and over and over, getting every once of speed from them. So unrelated to the Kraton, I've finally got a couple 6S for my V3 Talion and it's speed has jumped by8-10MPH depend on heat and run time. Seriously, I'm almost hitting 70 and I gotta watch or risk it running off. Anyway thanks again, I love the big Beasts. I wish they would put out an 8S Talion. I think I'd have to pull the trigger on that for sure! Peace!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Harry 🤗!!!! Yeah I could only muster around 38mph bone stock. I'm not sure why they put a 17T pinion on when the truck handles a 23-24T no problem 🤔. Future releases will certainly be geared and tuned more aggressively. The entire 6s line screams 😱. The Typhon in particular is Crazy fast and nimble running 6s especially 😍. I'm sure we'll be seeing other 1/5 options soon. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@nadersedaghat5694]

I just upgraded from the crappy 5687 that ran super hot to hobbystar 980kv and is absolutely a beast with a 34.

[@richduperbash2966]

My 5687 did great, but it wasn't hot outside yet either. I'll gladly drop it back in the Crusher SWB set-up 👍. Wish I could've grabbed the 980 before it went on backorder 😝. That's probably the perfect kv for this platform. Appreciate your input Brother 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@steveblackbird]

Epic Bash Session Rich!! This rig just keeps getting stronger and stronger... Love how when it hit the random piece of concrete where it smashed the front bumper... moved it out of the ground enough hahaha solid impact!!! Keep safe brother... That 840kv Hobbystar, looks like a winner!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Steve 🤗!!!! I've tagged lots of boulders with this rig, but that was brutal 😝. It blended right in with the ground and outweighed the truck easily 👀. Fortunately, the bumper did it's job. This 840kv and gearing setup is working Killer 😍👌👌😎💪👊👊

[@ARR5ifty]

Leaving your mark all over that place brother! I love it 🤟🏽👊🏼👊🏼🙌🏻 truly hope we get to enjoy that spot for a long time! 😅😅 your K8 is definitely a power freak 😂 so much power 🤟🏽👊🏼👊🏼🍻🍻🍻

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Dave 😜!!!! This spot is perfect for testing power setups 👍. I decided to save our 6s footage for the next one. Can't wait to hook up again Bro. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@CommanderAstigRC]

Watched and rewatch. What an EPIC bash with the full length Kraton brother Rich. The system combo seems killer option and the gearing experiment seems to work great too. Tons of raw power coming out of the Beast. Massive ramp Hits. Amazing watching floating in the air. Wheel off was classic and hilarious. The rock hit was brutal took out the tiny winny bumper LOL 😂🤣. Another awesome session brother 💪. Stay safe and stay healthy.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Chris 😜!!!! This power setup and gearing hauls ass 😱. So happy it's working out Bro. Super fun just hammering wide out and jumps Killer too. The weight has become no match for the added torque 👀. Really appreciate it Bro. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@CommanderAstigRC]

@@richduperbash2966 I'm stoked it's working Great for you Rich. I'm still almost Stock minus system and Motor mount upgrades and I've been loving my setup but I'm considering running bigger more torque motor when I'm ready to swap to M2C chassis. I'm glad to know the 56112 clears the steering.

[@johngantner9314]

You just reminded me when I got my xmaxx 2 years ago. I took it out 3 or 4 times before learing to scope the territory. ended up in a small pond. Rock pile and then ran over a sewer lid that poked a hole threw the lower rear bulk head. Thing travels so far so fast ya really have to look ahead. Lol

[@richduperbash2966]

You're not kidding John 😱!!!! I've slammed hidden bricks in the weeds, boulders, all kinds of crap 👀🤣🤣. Sewer lids are absolutely brutal 😝. Another mistake I make is assuming the same spot hasn't changed. It pays to take a few minutes to walk around looking for hazards. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@AdrenalineAshRC]

Awesome brother. Amazing how you always land on the wheels 😎👌 . Crazy skills bro 👊

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗!!!! I do my best to land wheels down. Especially with this Big Girl. She weighs 31+lbs fully loaded with bigger Lipos and Six Pack wheels 👀. That's a lot heavier than my Crusher 8s setup. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@AdrenalineAshRC]

Rich Duperbash well you are the best on KZbin 🤪😎👊

[@justincase948]

Just a badass build 👍👍 sick sesh👊🏻👊🏻

[@sammydendoncker3980]

this thing is a beast! cant wait the get my first arrma..👍

[@GreatLakesRC]

Wow Rich! Really love how you push the limit and experiment with this platform 🤩 I bet that motor and gearing set up on the SWB chassis would be backflip city!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Aaron 🤗!!!! Having this smaller spur gear option is awesome, especially if you want to run these super torque, low kv motors 💪. So nice not needing a 44-48 pinion for good top speeds 👍. This setup would do standing backflips all day in the Crusher 8s 😱👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@nadersedaghat5694]

Also, the Mitch M2C mount is weak and thinner than the stock and it does flex good amount with 110mm motors. Stock mount and pps is way to go and also support under the motor with a hight temp silicon pad.

[@richduperbash2966]

I haven't had any issues with Mitch's mount or heard of anyone else either 🤔. 7075 T6 is much stronger than stock aluminum, but guys seem happy with the PPS set-up too. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@crimsonfancy]

Serious hammer and that thing is so sexy through it all. Unmatched build durability and the thing flies.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! She feels like a hammer 🤣. This is the heaviest version of her I've ran, but she has the torque and power to really move 👀 👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@jman1989]

Best rc videos ever, thanks Rich!

[@RCDUDE81]

AMAZING bash Brother Rich! All the runs were full bore beast mode!💪💪Wicked killer airs too!! The 800kv motor looks to be doing perfect in that setup running heavier wheels, upgrades etc! The longer wheelbase Kraton definitely is benefiting! I can tell from the response of fast in air corrections!👍Those frontie saves were epic! I'm beating around the bush on another set of tires for the Crusher..Just can't decide!😝The Xmaxx tires don't seem to hold up and the belted tires seem a bit bouncy..At least the shocks are much more plush with the M2C treatment!😍Great vid my friend and what a way to demonstrate all the upgrades working hard to keep her in one piece!😎💪🤘🤘🍻

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Eric 😜!!!! No doubt Mitch's upgrades are getting the job done 😍. It's easy to take them for granted, but that's set it and forget it bliss. It's been super fun experimenting with the different spool gears 🥰. Running 34/34T feels perfect with this 840kv 💪. The gears are locked in and the weight placement feels balanced with the motor more central. So glad it didn't grenade after your bad luck with the 5692 😝. The torque gain is massive and the acceleration WAY faster 👀. The heavy weight is forgotten once into the throttle. She jumps great and corrects easily 👌. This is the first time I felt excited and content with the full length power. I'm still adjusting to the midair throttle and brake timing, but I'm friggin stoked about the power Bro 😱. Just have to be mindful of the tires. Wish I could help you with an option wheel choice Eric. I love the XMaxx tires on the Crusher, but they don't hang in sharp rock/gravel and the foams separate at the crappy glue joints 🤣. We'll have to talk more about possible options. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@kevinrowe3272]

Big girl flies well! Great job!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Kevin 🤗!!!! I'm digging this new setup 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@yaffajaff]

As they say, not bashed properly if nothing broke! For the K8S V2 I'm hoping it comes with MOD1.5 gears and actual 1/5 electrics... nice ripping session ↖️🚗💨

[@TheBigToe69]

If it does then the cost of an already very expensive Rc just went up another 500$.

[@petegoodbashrc1520]

Looks sweet with the lwb chassis n stock body 😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Pete 👍. ARRMA did a Killer job with the styling 😍👌👌😎💪👊👊

[@MrNiteriders1]

That’s awesome brother. She is getting it. Great bashing. The Kraton looks like fun. Stay safe out their 👍👍👊👊💯💯😀😀

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Kenny 🤗!!!! Hope all is well Brother. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@MrNiteriders1]

Rich Duperbash your welcome. Thank you. Everything is still good. Just been working like crazy. I’m barely on here anymore. One of these days I’ll have to get the rc back out👍👍👍👊👊😀😀

[@richduperbash2966]

@@MrNiteriders1 hope to see you back out Brother. Miss watching your uploads. 🤗

[@harisbennington4058]

Holy cow, sick man

[@3SonsRC]

Brother that was a sick bash! That delayed front flip 👀 ... And them big Backflips skimmed over the top of the mound were unreal! 😨😀 Don't know how far she was floating out there but looked like 125++... Hard to tell with the wide angle. Just rad stuff buddy. Stay safe and rock on.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! Had such a Killer time testing this power setup 😁. I kinda trashed the 34T eBay pinion, but once I mounted 2 Limitless 34's it was golden 😍. Not sure on total jump distance, but the K8s went sailing with the added torque. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@3SonsRC]

@@richduperbash2966 killing the game brother fir🚀🚀🔥🔥🔥

[@reesedg1]

This is definitely the reason I have one on the way love your vids!

[@KUDRARACING]

Hell yeah my dude!!!

[@TonysRcTechboom]

God Rich you make it look So easy bro. Really enjoyed every minute of this Bashing video as always with that Beast. Sorry I've missed your vids, been none stop working and not been on the Tube much. Anyhoo hope you keep safe and well brother 👍🇬🇧😁🇺🇸👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Tony 🤗!!!! Don't sweat it one bit Brother. I too have been Crazy busy as a "frontline" healthcare worker 😝. Not really doing nearly the RC stuff I'd like to lately. Going bashing has been a huge stress reliever 🥰🥰. This rig has become a project and a true joy. Slowly becoming the full blown animal I knew it could be 😱. Thanks so much for your kind words Brother. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@tjsongman]

Tire rolls into Rich's hand..."Classic" indeed! 😂 #BashFixRepeat 🤘💪

[@KurtsRCs]

Nice bash you took all the dirt with you on that jump 👍👊

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Kurt 😜!!!! She just muscles through stuff with the extra power now 👀👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@rcsendandblast1579]

It’s been 3 weeks and I’m still waiting on wheels. Dang the mail is a bit slow these days. Safe and slow just the way i like it. Soon my truck will be complete. Had my first 30 plus foot high stack on the left rear wheel The mx28tires hex warped inside the Center of the rim. No bent wheel hub or anything holy crap these trucks are Seriously strong. ❤️💪💪💪🤘😊👊😀

[@richduperbash2966]

Shipping has definitely taken a hit during the pandemic 😝. That's AWESOME to hear about you sending it Brother 😱. I'm amazed at the durability of these rigs. It's just incredible what they can handle. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@rcsendandblast1579]

Rich Duperbash Yes it is crazy the strength. I thought ohhhh no I broke or bent a wheel axle but No way man. 😀 Arrma Tough yes it is. I can’t believe how strong those wheels are let alone how beefcake the truck is. I actually am far from done. I have the rear wing mount piece from Hotracing you suggested a while ago and the Nero rod ends. Ones bigger ones smaller ? Not sure about that yet. I even managed to get all the tekno shims for the Diffs and the aluminum balls for the shocks. Next I have to get strong fans. I blew all mine out yesterday Lolol And obviously next is the brace for the body and then I will be 100% satisfied And I will have what I wanted to have over 2 years ago when I said I was going to build it myself. ❤️🤟😀 Have a wonderful epic time man. Be safe and watch your family close their most important to us and it’s crazy out there these days . 🤘👍✌️🖐😊

[@TpPartsRcXtreme]

4.36, that felt like SLOMOTION dear brother 👀🥰. Looked killer dialed, sad about the hit, and broken front B. Love the mega airs and the flips 🤗🥰🥰🥰. 97f? Dqrn, we have some real bad COLD weather 😪🤪

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Thomas 😍!!!! She definitely felt dialed after swapping the pinion and getting the mesh spot on 👌. She's got GOBS of power now 🥰🥰🥰. Feels like a freight train on steroids rushing past shaking the ground. Hope your weather warms up my dear friend 😊👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@Antsmith21]

I was looking for new to do with my Kraton 8s, thank you.

[@richduperbash2966]

You bet Anthony 👊!!!! This was an experiment to get some wrench time in and mess with the ratios. Worked out better than I expected 😍👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@pablogarcia5148]

5:55 beautifully actor

[@FullOnRC]

👍People doing great things with this truck..Good stuff👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Paul 🤗!!!! This truck is a joy to wrench on overall 😍. Love the diffs and transmission. They're the unsung heroes behind all the weight and power. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@FullOnRC]

@@richduperbash2966 Yerhh I was on the fence and still sitting on the fence about getting one, Getting the DBXL 2.0 next though.

[@jasonxcore5568]

The video was so good I had to buy the motor, esc, and gears once the video was over. I really do wish you mention that the bullets on the hobbystar are a 8.0 and the max5 esc is only a 6.5. Now I have to wait another week to run it lol

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜. Sorry I forgot to mention about the connectors. I had spares and just soldered them up. Pretty sure you'll dig this setup 😉. Don't forget you need an M2C or comparable mount/slide. I used Mitch's standard 8mm slide and filed the mount slightly for proper reach and mesh with 34/34. Pretty sure he adjusted the available spacing on his mounts since the prototype I was using. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Dakindbrew]

Classy fella!!! Luv the ghost ride tire catch!!! Get-rrrrrr-done

[@richduperbash2966]

LMAO 🤣!!!! Thanks Brother 👊. I couldn't believe that wheel. All I could think was this motor has that much more power 👀. Back to using the socket wrench on my wheel nuts. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@sukarnoahmad6048]

Wonderful car and wonderful driver. Simply awesome...

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Sukarno 🤗!!!! I'm loving this setup. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@wickedrc7492]

That thing is a monster dude!!! LOL!

[@rpmspeedyblue]

👍 Awesome Run and always you make it look so easy flying through the air gracefully?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Ray 😊!!!! Really appreciate it Brother. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@philipjolley1015]

Very nice, nothing like a little overkill on power.. Great bash and sorry to see the damage.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Phil 🤗!!!! This level of power is very addicting 😱🤣🤣😎💪👊👊

[@justinflud3415]

Love the content, keep it up bud

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Justin 🤗

[@coreycash3016]

Yeah buddy that’s my setup bro and it’s a monster for sure I did also try 34/39 it was a bit to much but what a setup

[@richduperbash2966]

So stoked this Hobbystar and the 1/1 gearing are working out 👊!!!! 34/34 feels awesome will this 840kv. Really appreciate your feedback Corey. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@partsshooter]

A go pro on that thing would... Be... Crazy!

[@richduperbash2966]

I did an onboard vid a few months ago with this same truck in shorter M2C Racing Crusher 8s stunt truck form called "Wild Ride" 🍻😎💪👊👊kzbin.info/www/bejne/npCkon-aZrGNmpI

[@partsshooter]

@@richduperbash2966 I'll check that out

[@rcsmith5909]

Dude you caught an 8 inch tire!! That is focus

[@richduperbash2966]

That was friggin hilarious 😂. I saw it spin off and it hopped right up to me 👀. So glad I found the wheel nut cuz I didn't have any spares. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@outlawrc63]

You said it right "what a beast".

[@nickteele169]

Man epic k8s shot of the year man, that thick storm of dirt with the kraton coming through🍻 i can tell even from an audience perspective shes got more torque with that set up man.is it just me or does it sound quite different with the spool gears? You really find the good spots tho man she just popped up in the air 🚀and it was great. Awesome video man🤘

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Nick 👊!!!! She just shoots forward and rails over stuff with this setup 👀. The sound is definitely different, but the mesh feels perfect. No lag or cogging. The motor winds up fast and just keeps hammering 😍. It takes a second for the wheels to hook up, but the motor seems to let the gears talk more. It's very efficient overall. The torque gain is undeniable. These bigger spots really let her stretch her legs 🥰🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@curtisbeattie9786]

Your the man , I'm way to scared to run mine like that , there about 1400 dollars here in Canada it's a real investment ha ha

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Curtis 🤗!!!! You're not kidding Brother 👀. I feel extra focused driving this sucker, both from a size safety and expense standpoint. These rigs aren't cheap. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@speciald05]

Rich Duperbash lol. That’s exactly why I was asking for advice on what kit to go with on my 6s. It’s getting really expensive over here. Hahahahaha

[@mikerr5150]

Have you tried the 34/39 on this set up? Or don't you think that setup would be good? Keep making the vids I think you're the best at it and you have taught me a lot plus m2c is the way to go for upgrades. Thanks from all of us and stay safe and healthy

[@painkillerrc7718]

New sub here Love your vids brother💯👌 Almost have the same pinion and spur setup, waiting for 36t spur and i have a 800kv hobbywing

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. The K8s is a Beast. Happy bashing!!! 😎💪👊👊

[@painkillerrc7718]

Thx brother i will💯😎🙏

[@DJayFreeDoo]

Now imagine if this had been the stock build.

[@Spacecadet0730]

I mean I think there's a small market where some guys are willing to pay twice as much for this setup direct from arrma. I know I'd be willing to go in for about $2k for something similar to this build and not have to immediately start upgrading

[@TheBigToe69]

Spacecadet But all these upgrades are available right now. Half the fun of Rc’s is working on them yourself and learning what does what on them. Also, all the upgrades he has aren’t necessarily needed right away. Replace parts as needed, not just because. The chassis is the biggest and most expensive upgrade and most people don’t have the experience or the terrain to go as hard as Rich. The new version of the Kraton 8s has some better bracing in it and I’ve not seen any issues with the stock chassis since. But if you want to go this hard then the option to build a serious setup is already available. I guarantee you would spend a lot less installing these upgrades yourself rather than buying a factory version of it. All these upgrades can be had for about 1000$, that’s the chassis, esc and motor and all the other parts. A factory built monster like that would cost around 3000$ guaranteed. A lot more than doing it yourself.

[@DaveK155]

How tough is this truck out of the box? Will it still take a fairly good beating?

[@rclunatic]

@@Spacecadet0730 same

[@coltonstrong525]

Hey Rich when installing a 34 tooth spool gear on the 800 kv hobbywing how can I use two grub screws ? Is one enough?

[@SpeedSyko]

Wow Rich! I’m having trouble getting air control with 800kv xlx2 and need a little more wheel speed. I’ll look into this. Not sur if 39/39 gearing is the same or worse then the 34/34? I’ll do more research. Wfo came out with gears. It’s done wonders in my xmaxx. Thanks again, Amazing vid as always!🔥👍💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜. So sorry I just saw your message 👀. KZbin notification system is unreliable. 34/34 is my preferred because it keeps the motor weight more central in the truck vs near the mudguard, but 39/39 is still 1/1 gearing and should work the same 😎💪👊👊

[@jameshannigan2771]

Takin it easy on the rig as usual 👍

[@josephpapp5907]

And btw the 2028 is a monster.

[@FC-fq1gk]

Great vid and nice catch

[@TheoriginalRcRat]

So cool Rich...🦾

[@ronniecreason7870]

Nice you should go on tru boys rc live pod soon and talk

[@jerryboor4362]

What motor mount are you using for that setup? And would other motor mounts work? Asking for a friend.

[@DanHovarter]

We have a 12 acre RC compound in Eldorado County, would love to have you out. Funday Sunday. Irrigated track🤙

[@richduperbash2966]

Ohhhh damn 👀. I'd love to swing by sometime. Send me a PM through Facebook messenger if possible. Always down for new dirt Brother. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@mikeinvegas1]

Awesome . To find that 34 t spur gear. I need to look up 34 tooth spur for limitless? And its a direct fit in transmission? I cant find otherwise. Saga out Of stock.

[@LawrenceTimme]

Using the old ttx300 as well 😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Heck yeah Lawrence 👊!!!! Simple and effective 😍. Just how I like it. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@TruSwagTv2]

Kraton getting down I love it especially that slow motion shot let's go RcFam4Life TRUFAM4LIFE BROTHERS4LIFE 🤜🤛👊😎💪💯💥🏎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 👊!!!! She's really woken up with this big power setup 😱🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@TruSwagTv2]

👊✊😎💪💥 Rich Duperbash your welcome big bro

[@dirkgiesen807]

hello, I have a question I always watch your videos you always demand a lot from your car with the jumps I wonder why the control arms always break 4 times with me and each time one is defective I don't even jump as much at the time, the chassis holds you have to change anything?

[@TheBigToe69]

It’s called experience and control. If you’re breaking your setup that much then it’s you that needs to learn how to land jumps and run your Rc. You can’t be landing on one wheel or slamming into things sideways and not expect something to break. Notice how he lands his jumps almost every time, flat and on all 4 tires. When he does break something, he owns up to it as his mistake and doesn’t whine about it being the trucks fault.

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey Dirk 👍. I've had solid luck with my arms, but have always ran in 55F + ambient temps too. I softened my suspension with lighter oils prior to swapping in M2C Racing O ring style pistons anyways. Allowing for easier chassis slap takes strain off of the arms and suspension components. Also run droop screws and keep my shocks dialed with fresh oil. The biggest thing is landing cleanly on all 4's when possible, but every bit helps avoid breakages. Some guys soak theirs with WD-40 to soften the plastic some. Hope this helps my friend. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@surfside75]

Will this truck be as tough as my Mojave has been? Love watching you drive this Rich but, Only a year in and just now tapping the breaks to bring the front end down (air control). Now I'm doing backflips accidentally🤣😂

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜. Getting air control down takes time and practice. The timing of each rig is different depending on wheel base, size, power setup, brake force, gearing, weight, aero, and details like suspension and punch setting. The Kraton 8s is tough for it's size, but the sheer mass involved works against it's durability limits when considering the physics involved. The 6s rigs will always take awkward landings, brutal rolls, and hard impacts better than the heavier 8s rigs. The Mojave (and Senton 6s) have a distinct advantage with the large SCT bodies, bumpers, and nerf bars. The wheels and axels are largely protected by the body itself. The 8s rigs have to be driven with mass in mind. If you hit something solid or spike one wheel off a ramp...etc... something is breaking. It's not that the truck is weak, it's simply the forces involved with greater mass in motion. 😎💪👊👊

[@surfside75]

@@richduperbash2966 Thanks my friend. You helped me a lot in that description.

[@boomerps2]

Where can I find that spur gear?

[@richduperbash2966]

Horizon Hobby and many others sell them. 😎💪👊👊www.amainhobbies.com/arrma-limitless-steel-mod1-spool-gear-w-8mm-bore-34t-ara310944/p1173554?v=981284&gclid=CjwKCAjwwYP2BRBGEiwAkoBpAnPN9PbSsSplomsJwxpESZEqfaE19L36ONkH_ataiQ8V16HBaOgNeRoCptYQAvD_BwE

[@VegasRC]

Dang. I gotta get a Kraton 8s. Looks fun.

[@caspfoniaf1734]

Sick 🤒 🤕 🤘😳 thanks for the video

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Ernesto 😊. Happy bashing Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Great bashing and build

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 👊!!!! Happy bashing. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@islandrc-duke1972]

@@richduperbash2966 your welcome bro

[@tonylamas8682]

🌪🌪

[@howardsadofsky7694]

Hey Rich, you mentioned you tried the 39 spool for the spur, but didn’t mention any results. How do you think 39/39 would compare to 34/34?

[@richduperbash2966]

The 34/39 gearing was too slow with this 840kv motor. 34/34 is perfect. Doesn't matter if you run 34/34 or 39/39 really as both are 1/1 gearing ratios. Biggest thing is 34/34 keeps the heavy motor more central in the chassis bay vs near the mudguard. This definitely helps balance the rig better overall. 😎💪👊👊

[@howardsadofsky7694]

Thanks. With the spool gear being considerably thinner than an 8mm bore pinion, is there any reason you went away from the pinion and went dual spool gears?

[@richduperbash2966]

@@howardsadofsky7694 the spool gear is thinner, but has plenty of contact patch 👍. I use the ARRMA spool gears as pinions because they're actually very durable. Much better than eBay mod 1 pinions and just as tough as Saga Custom ones. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@coltonstrong525]

@@richduperbash2966 so the 34 spool goes on the transmission and motor without any issues ?

[@dishman5161]

Nice just ordered one lol

[@youtubsuck]

Awesome Bash, question, any padding added beneath motor to help with impact?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Michael 🤗. No padding but that's not a bad idea. I've done it before with other rigs. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@alexstrobel2670]

What a Beast love it!!!👊😎💪

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Alex 🤗!!!! She really has reached Beast mode 👀. This power setup is working awesome 😍👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@howardsadofsky7694]

Hey Rich, thinking of going back to 34/34 to move the motor in. Currently using the Arma 39T spur. Have you had any trouble keeping the 34T spool gear from loosening? Update: I found a D-bore hardened 36T spur on eBay. Gonna give it a try.

[@richduperbash2966]

Nice 👍. Yeah I prefer the 34/34. No issues keeping the spool tight. Just like with my pinions, I clean the threads and grubs with alcohol and Q-tips/paper towels and use Loctite blue 242. 🍻

[@cwatson42785]

*BEAST!!*

[@bashaz8559]

Rich why the shorter cans in the heavy vehicles? 5898/5892 Are you just trying to save weight? Or did you have breakages with the heavier 56112? My mountscrews busted with a 56112 800kv in the weekend. I find the power difficult to control on acceleration, is that easier with the shorter cans i guess? Also air control is not great with the 800kv 39/39, sometimes nose in the outcast 8s doesnt come up. Thanks

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey Brother 👊. I simply enjoy experimenting with different set-ups. Still absolutely LOVE my 840 and 980kv 56112's. I was actually trying to reorder a new 980 from RC juice, but it was backordered at the time. My first one was quite damaged when I spiked that huge boulder awhile ago 😝. The steering rack jackhammered my endbell.violently. The endbell ended up stripped out and wire harness is super stretched. I change my stock hardware to grade 12.9 M4 and M5 screws from Monsterbolts.com. My Leopard 5898 isn't much lighter than my Hobbystars. I normally give a burst of throttle off jump faces to keep the nose up on takeoffs. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@bashaz8559]

@@richduperbash2966 thanks so much king of bashers:-) Think the 58113 1050kv will be fun and should allow to get the nose up a bit quicker if needed- for the normal reflex people;-) ?

[@alexmcmillan7833]

Another great video brother don’t just bash Blast super nice bro good job

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Alex 😊. Had a Blast testing this new setup. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@alexmcmillan7833]

Looks and sounds great brother

[@mervinvitug98]

Where do you get your ARRMAs?

[@richduperbash2966]

I get them from my hobby shop (Fast Track Hobbies) or from Tower Hobbies/Horizon Hobby. 😎💪👊👊

[@howardsadofsky7694]

Hey Rich, I’m rebuilding my rear diff; do u have any recommendations for F/R diff fluid? I’m running earplugs in the center with 34/34 gearing. I think stock is 50 K. Thanks.

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey Howard 🤗. I really like 1 million cst front and 500k rear. Ear plugs are great for the center. I usually put some 20mil in the center mixed with mostly plugs. Gravity RC stocks the heavy weight fluids. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@72nivo]

Dam those launches 🚀 with that big Beast were insane bro 😵 Christ I’m tipping you’d feel the ground shake on landing lol 😆 Great vid Rich !! Hope you and the fam are keeping well. How the Big C affecting you guys over there ??

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Cam 😜!!!! Definitely hearing an echo with bigger touchdowns 👀. She's a ground shaker no doubt. Weighed in at 31lbs. 4oz. fully loaded with this setup 😱. Covid has affected us all. Parks and non-essential businesses are slowly starting to partially reopen, but we'll see. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

[@levihogge9144]

What's the top 5 upgrade you would suggest for arrma kraton 8s ! I don't plan on big time air but want to insure I'd I do I don't bend chassis I have the v.1 chassis

[@richduperbash2966]

I'd recommend adding 12 x 14mm carbon fiber tubing to the top brace. Definitely helps keep the brace in check and is a very cheap and easy strength upgrade. Beyond that would be an M2C Racing 7075 chassis 😍. It's hard to recommend specific upgrades as most are preference based and depend on durability needs. If you're running stock electronics, I'd recommend advancing to max punch 5, disabling the AVC, and gearing up to a 23T pinion. Tuning the diffs with 20 million cst center, 1 million cst front, 500k rear helps get the power down. The M2C O ring style pistons are a fantastic upgrade for plush landings with less after bounce. Hope this helps. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@MikeStallone]

I just picked up a kraton 8s with a max 5 800kv combo. It has 39/39 on their now. I feel like that’s a bit high. Would you recommend me dialing it down to 34/34?

[@richduperbash2966]

Sorry I missed this Mike 🤗. You might try 37/39 🤔. 34/34 and 39/39 are essentially the same 1/1 gearing ratio. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@MikeStallone]

@@richduperbash2966 Its all good! I meant 34/39 😂. That’s what I ended up putting in there and it ran flawlessly! Thanks keep up the great work!

[@bj_rnv.4388]

Airtime!

[@jcallesano]

Brand make a difference here? Hobbystar as opposed to castle, etc?

[@richduperbash2966]

I haven't tried every motor, but have ran nearly every brand. The only difference I can speak of is value. Hobbystar is a far better value for Epic power and performance. 😎💪👊👊

[@teslacybertruck750]

Hi Rich, I am running the stock motor on mine, i believe its a 1250kv, if I get this 840kv motor like you have, will it increase its power? And accelerate more brutal?

[@richduperbash2966]

Most definitely 👊. The 840kv is huge compared to the stock Spectrum. Just make sure you have the 56 series ARRMA 8s motor plate to mount it with. The bolt hole spacing is 30mm with the bigger motors vs 25mm on the stock motor. 😎💪👊👊

[@mathijs4660]

What a great bash vid! How long do you drive on those lipo’s?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Usually get around 2O minutes depending on how hard I'm running. The heavier belted Duratrax wheels pull more amps. Currently using Zee 7200mah 80c 4s hardpacks. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@mathijs4660]

Thanks for the info! Keep up the good work💪

[@nunu4692]

damn tougher than the xmaxx 🔥