Best Electrics for your ARRMA Kraton 8S EXB - IMO

Leopard Motor & ESC Combo: www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
Leopard 58113 1050kv Motor only: www.ebay.com.au/itm/185649636...
Hobbywing Max5 ESC only: www.metrohobbies.com.au/produ...
Savox Steering servo: www.metrohobbies.com.au/produ...
Futaba 3PV: www.metrohobbies.com.au/produ...
Pinion: www.ebay.com.au/itm/404010625...
My ARRMA Kraton 8S Videos:
Absolute MONSTER!! ARRMA Kraton 8S with Leopard 58113 1050kv Motor and Max5 ESC: • Absolute MONSTER!! ARR...
Monster BASHER with a 1:1 Gear Ratio - ARRMA Kraton 8S with MAX5 Combo: • Monster BASHER with a ...
RC SPEED WEEK #22 - ARRMA Kraton 8S w/Max5 800kv Combo: • RC SPEED WEEK #22 - AR...
Review: ARRMA Kraton 8S BLX V1 - My final thoughts: • Review: ARRMA Kraton 8...
ARRMA Kraton 8S with HOBBYWING Max6 1100kv Combo and 30T Pinion: • ARRMA Kraton 8S with H...
Unboxing: ARRMA Kraton 8S 1/5 Scale Monster Truck: • Unboxing: ARRMA Kraton...
ARRMA Kraton 8S 1/5 Scale First run on 8S - Stock: • ARRMA Kraton 8S 1/5 Sc...
What happened to my ARRMA Kraton 8S - The full story revealed: • What happened to my AR...
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[@richduperbash2966]

Awesome upload Vas 😱. Great info and wicked clean wire management 👀. That Leo 1050 is a friggin Monster!!! Perfect for this huge Beast. Something tells me your friend will want those silicone ear plugs in the center once he starts getting into the power. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Hi Rich, so nice to see you stop by my friend. 🤜🤛 Yeah, there's a chance he will want those silicone ear plugs, but he's only new to the hobby and I'm not sure if the plugs will make it easier or harder for him to handle. I can always let him drive mine and then we'll see what he wants to do. 😁 I also have you to thank for this motor as you and, I think, Eric were the first I saw with this motor. 💪 I love the power of this motor, it has the torque of the 800kv Hobbywing with the speed of the 1100kv motor. It's a perfect fit for these trucks. 😎👍 Thanks again for stopping by Rich, always a pleasure to see your comments. 🤜🤛

[@django2467]

Ahh an Aussie RC Playground on a Sunday morning with a brew good to see ya back mate 💯

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Thank you so much. Glad to be back. 😁

[@moereefer]

let me say I got my EXB without ever seeing one in person it unbelievable really, better I think then the. Traxxas XTR by far. everything is so large turnbuckles are like the size of my fingers it’s very big and chassis looks cool, body looks mean love it. I’m still on basically a max 6 and stock motor but with25 tooth.

[@silly_d_williams2167]

What makes it better than xrt? The bending chassis? The turnbuckles stripping out constantly or pillow balls constant tightening as they loosen? Or the 8lbs in m2c you gotta buy if you’re a big sender? Just curious how’s it better ?

[@moereefer]

@@silly_d_williams2167 mine is stock i never ever use M2c !?! The thing is everybody in the RC business/ other RC companies have hobbywing ESC / motors and even connectors that are available on the market even the Spectrum Firma ESC’s are rebranding of Hobbywing and there, but accessibility to those are easy also they are easily adjustable ESC’s too. No other then Traxxas use special plugs and or wheel Hex’s for there Tires and wheels.. just to name a few.. it’s just my thought nobody else in the RC business does that!! I’ve got Traxxas’s first R/C car which was electric RC which came with a mechanical Speed controller sealed in a box it was made in conjunction with Tamiya and it got me into the hobby I had many traxxas still do I loved the Nitro 3.3Tmaxx, Emaxx, and Summit. my opinion. i can make a list. find someone who has a stock esc in there Xmaxx?? that like buying a new Truck Ford then immediately buying a different motor, or trans. not cheap and i’m not rich. the price is all to high now for Traxxas and some others. my opinion!

[@wippip]

@@moereefer Same exact thing applies to Arrma really. Kratons arms are of the same quality as traxxas stock pinions and spurs. Blatantly lying about having a 7075 chassis, it bends very easily. And thats just the stuff I broke on my EXB in the first 2 weeks. Im not saying Traxxas is perfect. I would much rather have a mainstream esc in my xmaxx than their own trash esc. But the base is solid.

[@moereefer]

@@wippip i agree that fact the $$ money i’m die’ing Noo joke that fact i’m having a hard time many people are I live in New Jersey most expensive place to live in the USA. The fact is money, and a lot of hobby shops don’t carry Traxxas no more there not selling people still get them over the web, and for example traxxas products are not very innovative like other companies also Arrma listens to there customers and that’s why they change, update, like motors new R/C’s for example improve RC vehicles make what the customers want with excellent results. right now you can get a Brand Arrma Fireteam RTR that just got released recently for 390$. let me see a 30 year old Traxxas stampede for a discount price but no they put lights on it. come on. plastic it’s Fantastic The Traxxas XRT says on Traxxas website design to be raced with racing DNA. !???? has anyone ever seen a racing RC car or truck that has not one adjustable, turnbuckle, camber, toe or even sway bars?!? it’s a basher that’s all

[@coreycash3016]

I personally have have all of the the Xmaxx xrt k8 O8 and I love all of them But that said when your talking quality your talking about Arrma for 1000 you get a lot more in your kit Higher end electronics the tires on both k8 and O8 are fantastic all the gears are made of popcorn metal and the servo isn’t absolutely junk yes they do have weak point witch is easy fixed the shear weight of the beast is it’s big issue upgrade the shock shafts asap with m2c racing with a thicker oil small things make this kit very impressive traxxas Xmaxx and xrt are currently have massive bulkhead issues shock issues tires are junk as they are on the Xmaxx the esc and servo is junk and omg the gears absolutely suck u better have deep pockets for both and don’t listen to fan boys watching paid traxxas guys promote there projects I simply call it as I see it by buying my Owen trucks and fixing them as they break my unbiased opinion ARRMA K8 and O8 over all!

[@alanshearing7515]

Nice to see you back Vas , and in good form 👍. What a beast , love the tidy install all makes sense. The owner will be a very happy teddy .

[@stevem8871]

Awesome build Vas I’m sure your friend will love it great work nice to see you back we missed you 😊looking forward to seeing your unboxing and running videos on the new truck and buggy 😊

[@mitchbek]

Just wanted to say great to see you back mate, love the video, the Leppard gear looks great

[@TheGutshotpro]

+1 for the Futaba 3PV. Bought on your recommendation back in 2019 and it has been flawless on a 6S Kraton ever since.

[@AussieRCPlayground]

That's awesome! Thanks for the great feedback and glad you like it as much as I do. 🙂

[@petergoodwin2465]

The things a monster Vas. Definitely have to get a Futaba. Thanks for showing us this killer combo, what a weapon with that system.

[@jackiechan7288]

Definitely picking this thing up since a few places still have their cyber Monday sale with this being 489.99 usd

[@A.M.-RC]

Top, quality content, as always!

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Thank you. 👍🙂

[@GreatLakesRC]

Awesome overview! Glad to see a new video from you 🤩🤩 Great points on the Leopard ESC. I have run this exact combo in mine and it was a monster. I actually switched it over to my DBXLE and it preforms so good in that truck too 😃 I had to use IC5 connectors because like you mentioned it was almost impossible to solder EC5’s. The power combo I am running in my K8S at the moment is a MMX8S with a Hobbywing 5687 (not sure if that’s right, the short fat 1/6 motor) 1100kv. It works surprisingly well and has a little more top end, but less torque 👍

[@Joercgarage]

I'm doing something similar and im hoping it works out got such a great deal i couldn't pass it up i got the max 6 combo for an outcast 8s exb i hope it runs nice im not expecting it to be at the max 5 power level but im hoping it rips but Im a little worried the exb outcast might be to heavy for it but well see.

[@AussieRCPlayground]

If you got the 1100kv Max6 combo then you'll be fine. Just don't go too crazy with gearing. I used that combo in my Kraton 8S for a test and it worked quite well, just didn't have a lot of torque, but it had lots of speed. 🙂👍

[@Joercgarage]

@@AussieRCPlayground that great to hear thank you I’m starting with a 28 and 47 original spur hoping to keep my temps in check if not I will gear it down some more 👍🏻

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Here's my video of the Kraton 8S using the 1100kv combo for your reference. This should give you a fair idea of the type of performance you can expect from the setup. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6quipeLrr6Ai5I

[@GosGosraider]

Yoo, nice RC, good upgrade

[@user-vb3dg3pb6s]

Great to see you b back Vas. Nice review as always 👍. As far as the motor mount in my notorious v5, talion v4 8s, kraton 6s, i actually tapped and threaded the motor mount in all of them to a 6m bolt , aswell as the wheelie bar tapped to 6m bolt and it has never let go. As for yourself, what are you doing now that your not at metro ? Nice work.

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Thanks Daryl. I work for an electrical wholesaler as a sales rep.

[@Moggmodels23]

Aussie RC Playground how it going great video love ❤️ the arrma kraton exb roller 8s lots of power max4 easy enough fast enough 67mph

[@12door-f]

GREAT VID! YOU ALWAYS DO A EXCELLENT JOB.. MY ARRMA KRATON 8S EXB ROLLER IS IN THE MAIL. I SHOULD HAVE IT THIS MONDAY NOVEMBER 28 2022. WHAT'S A GOOD BALANCE GEARING SET UP FOR MY ARRMA KRATON 8S ( FOR BASHING & BIG JUMPS) I THINK YOU HAD YOURS AT A 30T-39 SPUR????

[@robcanthandlestupidy9249]

Super clean build bro great work

[@QZillasWorld]

I Want to c more of u running your k8s with leopard

[@bernardbrowne5205]

I love how arrma had built this and even the color out of all the Kratons this is the One, but! I can't build them . Sorry this wasn't a ready to run like the rest . Just feel I would mess it all up

[@Northside910]

nice build.any videos of the truck running?

[@zZwellZz]

It must be fast as hell haha I want to buy one of these, but it's quite expensive. Maybe I go for a 4s one... hard to decide.

[@njd879]

Hey Vas, Merry Christmas!! Great video. Love your video's and tips. You aways help me out with your explanations. I run a castle xlx2 with 1100kv. I run qs8 and have had to change them out 4 times with all kind of problems. I was told you have to use a 200amp plug. Is the xt150 safe enough? Castle told me I should be using qs8 with the esc motor combo. I am so tired of all the problems with the connectors. A lot of room for operator error. Will the xt150 hinder the performance? Thanks

[@AussieRCPlayground]

I've been using XT150 plugs for years now and I've not had any issues. Performance has not been a problem either as these connectors can handle a lot of amps. I use them in all my 1/8 scale cars or bigger and even some of my smaller ones where the XT60 plugs won't do. For me, they are all I need from small cars to big, from fast cars like my Limitless to heavy bashers like the K8S, these plugs haven't let me down ever since I've started using them. The downsides are that they are a bit hard to come by and not every site or shop will have them. Hobbyking carries them but stock is not always available, so now I get mine from AliExpress and they actually work out cheaper for me, so I buy in bulk and always have a couple dozen of each side (battery and ESC) on hand. You also need a good iron to solder them on, but if you've been using those QS8 plugs, then you probably already have one to suit. Hope that info helps and hope you have good luck with the XT150 plugs if you decide to give them a go. Merry Christmas. 🙂

[@henryfoster3212]

Good day to see a videos from you like all videos my friend me all miss you Good 👍 to see a can wayall 😃🙏💯

[@ohannes939]

Vas need help. Got a k8s and want more speed so was thinking of a leopard 5698 1100kv or a 5892 1340 kv in a combo or hobbywing max 5 esc.

[@darksunridah]

I want to go 1:1on my 8s EXB but I read in the comments on one of your old K8S RTR vids and someone said they went 1:1 and it caused their 8000mah packs to puff out!

[@AussieRCPlayground]

A puffy battery may not be because of the power system alone, it may be because of an old or faulty battery. I used a 1:1 ratio in my 800kv system and I had no issues, and my batteries held up fine. You can definitely give it a go yourself and just keep an eye on the temps of your electrics and batteries, and if you have to, just gear down a bit.

[@championcarcare8207]

Can you do a video on how you wire your three point connection thanks Sir

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Here you go. I did this video a few years ago and it shows how I solder these connectors. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noTYeWOon82Jl6M

[@michaelhimsworth6512]

Xlx2 Castle 2028 800kv

[@darksunridah]

I run 41/47 gears on mine you think that is too high? I run the Max 5 with the 800 kv and have no heat issues.

[@illic0]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@khyleebrahh7]

what Is the difference hobby wing max 5 and this sus red motor combo ? I have the 800kv

[@htboss5694]

I literally just got this yesterday. Coming in to ask your advice. Is it better than xrt traxxas?

[@AussieRCPlayground]

The EXB should be better, but until I have the XRT in my hands I won't know for sure.

[@motosessions]

40kg is enough in the big rig? Some other folks say the primal 70kg isn’t fast enough? What am I missing? What should I be buying?

[@runngunrc1991]

What size is the 1050 KV leopard bearing ?

[@sickduck66]

Hay bro so I have a Kraton 8s EXB with a Max5 and 800kv motor and it constantly snaps rear drive shafts.. what do you recommend?

[@KcR52355]

My RTR kraton does 53 stock with the 23 pinion how fast is that setup or is it mostly power

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Wow, that's pretty quick for a stock setup. This setup wouldn't go much faster, TBH, but yeah, the torque would be on another level and the electrics would run a lot cooler. I remember my stock RTR system only did about 40mph and even when I geared it up a bit, it couldn't even break 45mph. My understanding was the ESC had a different firmware in that first batch and it was holding back power. Hence why I swapped out the system in my truck (prior to a firmware update being available).

[@soulsoundsoundsoul2476]

How to buy it

[@petebarr780]

34/39 is the best set up imo...70mph with a lot of power

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Yeah, that works awesome, but I worry about motor temps. Plus, you don't need 70mph for off road bashing on a big car like this. I mean, it's freaking awesome and definitely gets the blood flowing, but it does come at a cost. 😁

[@petebarr780]

@@AussieRCPlayground exactly 💯 😂 you are spot on my friend.

[@Captinfun101]

Hobbywing 800 max 5 Power hd 65 kg servo Spectrum dx5c with receiver ( avc) 39/34 vitavon gearbox Rpm arms, m2c chassis M2c out drives and center dog bones M2c metal bar rod ends and brace support M2c esc mount plate Arrma exb aluminium steering bell crank kit and Ali servo saver . Yes a few extra $$ spent but she is absolute bulletproof beefcake weapon.

[@AussieRCPlayground]

I ran mine on the Max5 combo as well (with the 800kv motor), but ran it 39/39. I will admit, it was nice, but this motor with 39/34 is even better. The Spektrum DX5C radio is also a good choice, but I wouldn't bother with the AVC receiver unless you're in it for the speed runs, and even then you'll have limited range. AVC seems better suited for 2WD cars when used off road, but using it in a 4WD hasn't really worked for me. I used my DX5C with my Limitless and had to swap it for the Futaba to get better range. Sacrificed AVC, but range is more important. 😁

[@Captinfun101]

@@AussieRCPlayground thanks for the tips. It was what the local shop sold me . Was my second car after an xmax first car I semi built as a roller. Since I’ve got almost a dozen more . Am right into speed runs now. Built up three limitless builds. One v2 1100 xlx2 scorched everything. Futaba 10px keeping that open wheel. With set of smc srd .The other two are a 2200 tp xlx2 full scorched new wr speed body ( total pain to put together) onyx 8000 and half way through a dual motor build. I am obsessed with the records the top guys are getting now. I have along way to go as well as finding a decent straight quiet road. But it’s all about the journey and the fun. Bashing is still my favourite thing. Xmax, kraton 8/6s outcast 8s little notorious. A udr for that scale rally / dirt drift power slide mayhem. And a treal loaded 4 wheel steering conversion son of digger . And a felony thrown in for good measure. Not sure what’s next on the cards will need some Aussie RC PG reviews please👍

[@AussieRCPlayground]

@@Captinfun101 I just got a couple of HoBao RCs that might peak your interest, so stay tuned. 😉

[@Captinfun101]

@@AussieRCPlayground will do. I believe the Hobao was the first to the 200 mph mark . James McCoy. Definitely a worthy contender.

[@harlanvachon8783]

Can I run the same in my outcast 8s?

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Yeah, absolutely. 👍

[@deonhowardsr1904]

Can I upgrade this n my kagama?

[@AussieRCPlayground]

That's a bit too extreme for my taste. Plus, you'd need a custom motor mount to fit that size motor. But aside from that, the extra weight of the motor, ESC and batteries would make the car very heavy and I don't think it would be very good to drive. I personally wouldn't recommend it, but if you want to, go for it. Part of the fun in the hobby is to experiment with things like this. 😁

[@Gooche]

Who else bought a Kraton 8s Exb on Black Friday? 🤟

[@QZillasWorld]

I have that exact setup minus the servo with 34 39 gears how fast are u getting on yours mine feels a lil underpowered thinking of adding max 4

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Underpowered? If you're using the same motor, there should be no lack in power. A Max4 isn't going to make it faster, it's going to make it heavier. Tune the car with what you have and you'll have a great performer just like mine. 😉

[@DashzRight]

Castle beats the hell out of hobbywing in both esc and motor…

[@AussieRCPlayground]

Ok. 🤣 It also costs about twice as much here in Australia. I just bought a XLX2 for my Limitless for almost the same price as the combo that's in this K8S. Yeah, Castle is good, but for bashing and bang for buck, Hobbywing is far better and more reliable.

[@savagerc5752]

That servo is under powered and doesn't mount up without modifications.

[@AussieRCPlayground]

The servo has a 40kg rating and is plenty powerful for this truck. I've driven the truck since this install and there's no issues with the power of the servo at all. It also fits perfectly without any mods by simply using the correct size servo mount provided with the truck. I fitted the servo myself and absolutely zero mods were needed - it's a straight bolt on. Not sure who told you otherwise, but I can assure you your comments regarding the servo are inaccurate.

[@kevinstamp1776]

Ec 5s lol those 10 g wires are there for a reason why do u think they use real bullets 6.5 minimum 5mm are good for what 150amps max . So clueless how brushless motors and escs work not hating u just don't know. This is one reason people burn up escs main reasons are using them 800kv motors. What do u think happens when u let off the throttle? That 800kv generates power . Yep back to the esc .

[@AussieRCPlayground]

I'm not sure why you're attacking me, have I done something to you? I didn't use EC5 plugs in the video, I kept the XT150 plugs, so why even bring that up? Also, if I'm wrong, then tell me why - explain it - teach! Don't just attack me for no reason and not back your claims. It's easy to tell anyone they're wrong, but if you can't explain why or even do so without patronising, condescending or belittling them, then you're going to be ignored.

[@kevinstamp1776]

@Aussie RC Playground No didn't mean it to come off attacking u just letting u know my thoughts that's all brother I watch your videos all the time your a good guy just opinions

[@AussieRCPlayground]

I appreciate the support, but calling me "clueless" and patronising me came off as an unprovoked attack. Hence my reply. Just FYI.

[@kevinstamp1776]

@Aussie RC Playground And I just been in the game along time so I know brushless motors and lithium batteries good I know how they work and some people watching have no clue so instead of them wasting money on low kv motors that does nothing except take 8s to barely move you can use 5 or 6s and double that power . And the amp hours combined with half the C rating is the amps your putting to the motor . So in other words 5000mah 50c is really about 115 Amos you can pull from it without destroying it quickly. So if u have a say 1150 kv motor geared 1 to one on a 40 78 can you'll probably pull about 170amps at bursts or on grass . So you asked me to explain so I did there's alot more but done typing on this .