New Xmaxx ULTIMATE vs Xmaxx What’s Better? 10YR Old Kid Runs 3k dollars in Rc what survives?

[@ericrudy2504]

I honestly appreciate what Traxxas is doing here and anyone that is looking to buy an Xmaxx should consider this, however, those of us that already invested in the platform are somewhat committed to upgrading. Not a bad thing in either perspective in my opinion. Upgrades are all based on our abilities and experience in RC.

[@barbedwirerat661]

Yeah I think the Ultimate is a marketing platform for Traxxas in-house upgrade parts. People are spending money on this stuff so they might as well spend it at Traxxas. Just another part of the RC market to capture. They can sell parts they have had for awhile but many didn't know about, and sell newer items introduced with the Ultimate. The point of this may not be to sell Ultimate XMAXXs which is a limited run. The point is to sell parts!

[@cornek6095]

I have been looking to get a Xmaxx for 3-4 years now and I kept delaying it. Now that I saw there was a ultimate coming. I thought it was the perfect time to order the ultimate :)

[@flhandster4395]

@@cornek6095Did you ever get the Ultimate?

[@cornek6095]

@@flhandster4395 yes I did lol. I got the green Xmaxx ultimate and 1 week later I also got the green XRT ultimate!🤣🫣

[@cornek6095]

@@flhandster4395 i got the Xmaxx ultimate and few weeks later the XRT ultimate ;)

[@gadgetmantwincities]

I used to love watching bewitched! I have to rewatch them now!

[@CRAIGMAC-RC]

I’m glad you got the ultimate, I wanted to see a nice honest review, keep it up earl your one of guys that inspired me to start my channel thanks man👍🏻

[@kashmurray1199]

Happy New Year to ya. I ran across an older video you did on the Traxxas rally. I have one also. Enjoyed it vary much. I go back to the Traxxas SRT days. Still have it. Thank you for your videos.

[@EZRider723]

Hey Earl, Happy New Year! Thanks for another year of awesome content! Lookin' forward to what's to come!

[@Simbaxx8899]

Thanks! Keep up the good work. I am a big fan of you your page. You definitely did help me to understand the X Max. I think this is was one of my favorite purchase.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Appreciate your support 💯🙏

[@cyrilw]

Looking to buy my first Xmaxx and this is exactly the info I was looking for. Still not sure if I should spurge for the Ultimate though. Thanks!

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Appreciate your support and cool comments 💯👌🙏

[@flhandster4395]

Did you purchase your XMaxx yet? If so, which did you decide on? Thanks.

[@cyrilw]

@@flhandster4395 I ended up with an Ultimate. I had a hard time not choosing the Ultimate when I looked at both versions side by side. I'm very happy with it.

[@flhandster4395]

@@cyrilw Cool. Just curious, why the XMaxx over the XRT? I’ve been pondering on both. Trying to make a determination myself. Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏼

[@earlmoorhead5555]

@cyrilw other then the steering links being weaker it’s a great rc 👍💯

[@stevecomatisjr2756]

Great video Earl !! I just wanted to say I picked up a Big Rock 6S in white trim thanks to you and RC Guy garage for the all the info and I would like to say Happy New Year to you and your family !!! Thanks again for all the education !!!

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Thanks appreciate the cool comments the big rocks a great rc best body out in my opinion 👍

[@lowridr2]

It’s basically Traxxas version of the EXB

[@RodRatunil]

happy new year! its good to see the comparison of the two king's :-)

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Happy new year!

[@johngantner9314]

Happy New Year Mr. Earl. Thanks for the Entertainment

[@Doug_Morgan]

If I can swing it I am looking at getting the Ultra due to the steering servo and a few of the upgrades already done that I would do anyways to the regular one. I will definitely get the 46 tooth at time of purchase.

[@meirdeaph]

Awesome jumps at that spot an great shots❤

[@nate0765]

So I’ve got one of these on order at my local hobby shop. I’ve been torn between the standard and ultimate but after looking at the prices of some of the parts I wanted the ultimate wasn’t much more, plus it’s limited edition. Sounds like 18/46 gearing is the sweet spot? When I pick up the ultimate I might grab a spur gear.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Make sure it’s the harden steel spur most shops carry the standard pot metal and they don’t last long 👍👌

[@rickroberts7611]

18/50 20/50

[@earlmoorhead5555]

18/46 or 20/50 sweet spot

[@nate0765]

@@earlmoorhead5555 thanks!

[@gratefuldabs9775]

I like the new tires. I wonder if you’d get better correction in the air with higher gearing. Pretty cool either way buddy 👍👍

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Yes more wheel speed

[@kevinflanders327]

I cringe when a child drives my R/C. It never changes that I let em try it, but they think I'll be mad. I never am, but some parents were hard on their kids when they crashed them... Hope your 2024 is bright.

[@1stoprc]

Xmaxx still the king in my book! great comparison Earl.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Thanks kid can’t kill it must be good 👍

[@jasondemers8522]

Man I thought it was me with the throttle and steering sensitivity Lol! Thank you Earl for showing me that! I new to this hobby and man is the Xmaxx fun! I’m waiting for them to send me that optional gear. I got the light kit so I don’t want to swap the esc yet Lol

[@RoostedFilms]

So Eman ya know I keep saying someday I'm going to get me an Xmaxx. Well guess what, I'm picking mine up tomorrow 💪🏻 I went with the standard Xmaxx & I can't wait to send it 🚀 🌙

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Nice add the spur and get control before you send it lol 😂

[@RoostedFilms]

@@earlmoorhead5555 absolutely I will. I have your video about new Xmaxx set up in my play list. I went with the stock Xmaxx so I have a budget for upgrades. Only thing I can't afford right now is the Max6 ESC. Thanks for all you do E

[@Norm2120]

@@RoostedFilmsprobably a good thing you gotta wait on the max6 esc , AMain Hobbies told me that there’s a new upgraded max6 esc coming out soon

[@RoostedFilms]

@@Norm2120 I was looking @ the V3 . I got time man I been waiting almost 2 years for 2 get my Xmaxx.

[@Norm2120]

Great vid love the comparison. I run a 18/50 in my regular Xmaxx with stock electronics and it works pretty well but I might try 18/46 on my ultimate. I was looking in the manual after I picked up the ultimate today and in the section that shows what tools and accessories are included it shows a 46t gear is supposed to be included. I’m gonna call traxxas Tuesday and see what they say 🤷🏻‍♂️ Happy New Year Earl 🤘🏼

[@earlmoorhead5555]

One guy said he called and they sent him the gear 👍free

[@jasondemers8522]

Yes they are sending it to me. Haven’t gotten it yet but I just called them Wednesday lol

[@Norm2120]

@@earlmoorhead5555 perfect 👍🏼

[@NiklasAdv]

@@jasondemers8522roof skidplate should have been on the truck or atleast in the box, imo.

[@jasondemers8522]

@@NiklasAdv yes I totally agree brother!

[@chriscottell6854]

When I was a kid I took my dad's tamiya monster beetle out to show my cousins as we had family round, I let one of them ava go n they crashed it into the house just as my dad pulled up on the driveway as it was a surprise birthday party for him. It still won't work at all, n even the guy from the shop couldn't figure it out. I'm 42 years old now.

[@2jimszrnorth802]

I just wished the motors would last longer. I get about 30-40 runs and they fry out. And thats all offroad use, no street runs.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Hmm I’ve never fried an xmaxx motor you really need to check temps on the motors have you opened one up to see what’s coming apart inside the motor ?

[@2jimszrnorth802]

@@earlmoorhead5555 I have the traxxas link on it. Hottest I've seen was 220.

[@flhandster4395]

Why the XMaxx over the XRT? I have the Maxx and looking to add one of them (XMaxx or XRT) to my fleet. Trying to make a determination on which one to go with. Please share if you don’t mind. Thank you. 😎👍🏼

[@crispylipid9146]

Thank you for this 👍🏼

[@coolhawk2003]

M9ves and looks pretty cool. Love the new tires

[@Shellzwick]

I would do a regular xmaxx and upgrade to aluminum bulkheads and upgraded electronics, bellcrank/servo and chassis brace . Main things youll need

[@dyllanszabozivolic5112]

As an xmaxx owner myself I feel that the truck doesn’t need aluminium bulkheads or any other aluminium suspension bits other than the hinge pins. But definitely upgrade the electrics. I’m personally running a castle creations 2028 800kv motor and a max 5 esc. Should be more than enough to wake it up

[@Shellzwick]

@@dyllanszabozivolic5112 I also own a xmaxx and xrt . I ordered aluminum upper bulkheads cause the hinge area is weak .

[@earlmoorhead5555]

@Shellzwick $300.00 for them 💪

[@Shellzwick]

@@earlmoorhead5555 my xmaxx and xrt are pretty solid . I got some aluminum upper bulkheads coming for the xrt

[@jefferyrichards1276]

That was cool how you shared with the young kid KUDDOS

[@ryand4786]

Having to gear it up out of the box , do you think it could use a slightly bigger motor ? Seems like a heavy truck and maybe more power make it easier to backflip etc .

[@earlmoorhead5555]

The kV on the motor perfect for the weight 👍

[@motorizedmisfit-artist8535]

No roof plate on the brand new xmaxx… risky. 😂 I like your style,

[@aaronmoore5552]

Been thinking about keeping a couple rcs in my truck every day so I can run them after work or something. Is that what you do? I definitely will get a good bed cover soon so I can leave them comfortably. I’m surprised you don’t have your rear windows tinted.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Yes I keep normal one sometimes 2 just to relax 😎

[@longboardguy]

@@earlmoorhead5555I like that idea I might have to do that as well because sometimes I’m just to lazy after work to pack them into the truck

[@jonvoogd511]

14:53 Your the man,taking both x maxx's out to the track. I've got hardened steel gears on my x maxx geared 50/20 it doesn't seem to be quiet as loud, but i guess noise is just part of running the Beast. Love your videos ❤❤❤

[@JIPPERR_1]

It'll be interesting to see how long the ultimate lasts vs a standard xmax. Sometimes its a long game with dirability.

[@joseCalderon1976]

Nice bud. With the stock motor, every time I've tried something higher than 20/50 spelled disaster. I burn the stock motor on the XRT and Xmaxx 😢.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

My XRT was running the max speed gears Traxxas recommended on the chart think is was a 25/46 or 25/50 I cont remember but I had no issues and then finally installed a big block and hated the power 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@hrivera9357]

Happy new year's Earl hope God brings health and happiness tonyou.and yours🙏🙏 Why u don't use a bungee to just drive one truck and haul the other one.blessings my friend from Massachusetts 🙏👍🤝

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Happy new years 💯 takes to much battery life from one truck 👍comparisons need to be as equal as possible I run the same packs as well in both rc cars

[@hrivera9357]

@earlmoorhead5555 oh ok make sense, can't wait to see u on here on Massachusetts one day or Rc Guy on the west coast one day, Blessings my friend 🤝🙏

[@ferrisbueller1347]

Nice vids, what do you think is the weight difference between these 2?

[@earlmoorhead5555]

A few pounds is my guess mainly the tires

[@Brayrfd1192]

I'm 13 and handle a sledge better than my dad and uncle. I drive it like a boss hardly break it I give myself a 8 out of 10 on driving it and a 10 out of 10 on driving my Maxx. Nice run looks like a fun muddy mess

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Right on

[@CRAIGMAC-RC]

Sweet buddy keep ripping 💪🏻

[@BonnieAbdulSanie]

Old X - Maxx 46 install lubricant .That why noicing incredible.Bonnie buy direct dealer custom on the sport, handling to be widemax ,belted tire louis,1 set spur gear pinion gear top speed with bluetooth link transmitter.Heavy duty to be . Liked pulled reel car & haven't reached the level of flip, double flip... twice puck lipo battery & tool set maintenance X-maxx Traxxas.4 channel TQI

[@jimpaulbarcena4259]

Wheres the location sir i want to visit the area

[@RoostedFilms]

Alll right let's got !

[@Kaijuvq]

Ok when you say 46 spur do you mean the extra in the box or the original spur already in trans?

[@jasondemers8522]

Thanks!

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Appreciate the support 🙏👍

[@jasondemers8522]

@@earlmoorhead5555 No problem buddy! I appreciate you and what I’ve learned from you!

[@trailblazeratv6306]

It's actually a 50% increase

[@redbeardron5967]

1500 and they still don't even give you the roof skid. 🙄

[@Bawla187]

Earl do you like the 54/46 setupbetter than the 50/20?

[@earlmoorhead5555]

On a stock xmaxx ?

[@Bawla187]

@@earlmoorhead5555 yes.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

I asked because 54/46 is really tall gearing almost 1/1 gearing? 20/50 is the XRT set up works good 👍 18/46 is the same just spins up quicker

[@Bawla187]

@@earlmoorhead5555 I see, you're right. My bad, I meant 50/20 vs 46/18. I'm currently running 50/20 on stock XMaxx. Thinking about the 46/18. Thanks for the feedback. I'll try test with my Max 6, checking temps. I like those bigger tires the Ultimate comes with.

[@shelly6482]

Do you work for Traxxas?

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Never 👎

[@randythompson1723]

😎💯💯💯

[@RCPropaganda]

1500 is way to much for the truck. Not to mention most of their aluminum is only 6061. I rather upgraded on my own with better stuff. People who will buy that truck are just silly imo.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Yes but do covers need to be stronger then 6061 🤔idk just asking?

[@RCPropaganda]

@earlmoorhead5555 guess you are right there. But what they charge covers could just be plastic too.

[@RCPropaganda]

@earlmoorhead5555 guess you are right there. But what they charge covers could just be plastic too.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

@RCPropaganda the bearing move around with the plastic covers that what I went aluminum with hot racing years ago specifically for the Cushdrive cover it was letting dirt in and bearing where moving around causing gear damage on the Cushdrive and front differential the rear I never had an issue but I replaced it anyway

[@jasondemers8522]

So with a 46t you should run an 18 or 20 pinion

[@earlmoorhead5555]

18

[@jasondemers8522]

@@earlmoorhead5555 I don’t know why I asked I went back and watched again! Thanks again for everything you do brother!

[@jessefava16]

I don't think they come with a 46t out of the box

[@earlmoorhead5555]

They all have the 46t spur in the bag with the owners manual it’s the optional gear that’s included with the xmaxx

[@charlesspidell1447]

Too muck for that kid

[@henryfoster3212]

Earl Moorhead 💯 I would like to be the first to wish you a happy New Year and hope the best for you and all your family this year 💯🎊👍🍻

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Thanks you as well 2024 let’s gooooo

[@wendellgumby]

NOT worth it

[@wasa7]

Gears don’t sound great for an “Ultimate” rtr.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

I feel the external mic is picking up the sounds ppl are not used to 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@motorizedmisfit-artist8535]

Ya know, on my stock xmaxx tires they have gone almost completely white on the sides, like the whole way up. It’s irritating. No idea why. Anyone else have this issue. It makes the car look cheap.

[@The_RC_Guru]

Have you tried cleaning them with simple green and a brush/scrubber?

[@earlmoorhead5555]

Traxxas shipped the ultimate with some oil on the tire I feel this is why 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️

[@The_RC_Guru]

@@earlmoorhead5555 I wonder if he’s simply referring to the mold release agent like you describe. Haha if he is. Either way a quick wash should fix him right up.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

@The_RC_Guru yes I’ve noticed traxxas just add some sort of oil vs trying to clean it off I’ve had the same issues and just added the 3D rubber conditioner as I couldn’t get the white to come off after scrubbing with dish soap 😯

[@motorizedmisfit-artist8535]

@@The_RC_GuruI am not sir. Nice guess though. No nube here senior.😂

[@ianjohnhorwood2605]

in my opinion both are a waste of one's good RC money 🤣🤣🤣

[@Rckid28]

You can’t blame the people for not knowing traxxas underpowered their rcs… blame that on traxxas, they are woke liars and thieves

[@Dankestbudsonly1503]

X maxx electronics sucks ! There gearing system sucks too , ditch for fake Vivivon mod 1.5 ! Now finally my shit is dailed! No more stupid pinion sliding off from hard bashes…. Naw I mean! On sight !!!

[@earlmoorhead5555]

The pinion got a c-clip now it can’t slide off 😱

[@PatrickFugate-qk7ev]

Thank for the info..I own the regular XMaxx..Just ordered the upgraded aluminum parts..I had a 10 percent off discount..So I saved myself a few dollars..

[@barbedwirerat661]

The regular version you get the two out-of-round monkey-metal spur gears (conservative and speed gearing) and on the ultimate you get just the one upgraded hardened steel out-of-round (or maybe not) conservative spur gear. I guess they don't want to give you two upgraded gears in the Ultimate. Yeah both trucks are noisy but the ultimate sounds a bit smoother to me. I suspect that upgrade hardened gear isn't out-of-round as it is also machined; the point of machined gears is for better and more consistent tolerances right? It is probably something in the Cush Drive assembly causing the tighter mesh at some points in the rotation. Maybe Cush Drive isn't the best solution for whatever problem it is designed to address?