"Orange Darling 2.0" ARRMA Kraton XL 1/7 Ultimate Rebuild

Here's an overview of the overall best bashing platform for speed, ability, handling, versatility, and durability. I did replace my flexible front RPM control arms with stock ARRMA EXB arms right after this session. No more CVD's popping out from over-flex. Shout out to Fast Track Hobbies in Rocklin, CA, M2C Racing, and my bash brothers for another killer fun group session.

[@Basherqueen]

Awesome (re-)build Rich. A pure driver's car. Thanks for all the love and support 🎉

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much dear Kimberly 😍. Your parts are second to none. Absolute perfection. Thanks so much for everything you do my friend 😘😘🤗🤙🤙

[@m2cracing168]

The MEGA RAMP is BACK!!!! Killer group bash! what an awesome fun time!! Thanks for punishing the parts!!!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Avery 🤗. What a wild fun session with the guys 😱🤣🤣. Love the new +15 hexes 😍

[@tyrellcorp2118]

I just clicked, haven’t watched it yet, I saw “Orange Darling”, it’s going to be good … wtf crazy ramp session, plus amazing ground pounding.

[@SOMNIOHM]

_Would the shocks from the Big Rock 6S fit this, and support hard landings even better?_

[@richduperbash2966]

Not necessarily, but you could run those or Outcast/Kraton shocks. Really depends on tuning mostly with dampening and personal preference.

[@ricksprings]

Huge air with single backflip are probably my favorite! floater/stalled/slow-motion-last second rotation landing types are extremely pleasant to watch & perform! Great video Rich!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Rick 🤗

[@AldoLoyal]

Wow, what an awesome group session 🤩 orange darling looked absolutely beautiful 😍 with the new paint job. Reminds me when you first built It. That ramp is super cool also I love how it comes apart with the latches to hold it together super easy and portable. Can’t beat Kimberly‘s desert racer conversion for the Talion it would be nice to see those back on the market again. I think I’ve already said it was an awesome session. Nobody gets the sun shots like you do good job. Have a great weekend, my friend 🚀💪🤘👊

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Aldo 🤗. Another epic FUN Mega ramp session 😱🚀🚀. Huge props to Ian for bringing her out. Orange Darling was neglected far too long. Felt awesome to finally set a new shell on her. The minivan stuffer really left a mark 😂. Orangey has always been a ripper. Truly hope Kimberly can get more Talion DR kits together 😍. What a fantastic conversion!!! Running a Rocket 4082 1720kv with Max6 and she friggin rips 😱. Have a great weekend Bro. 🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@ZeuZLoD]

What an absolute epic bash session my god! That ramp is pure genius!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Love the Mega ramp 😱✈️✈️

[@GarcBomber]

Great footage Rich, looked like a super fun time! Agreed, Typhon is the🐐especially with mojave arms...

[@WildBoyRC]

What a riot!! Huge air and big laughs! 😂 Looks like you guys had a blast !! What a genius ramp build too!

[@GreatLakesRC]

So good to see Orange Darling back out and bashing! That ramp is crazy 🚀🫨

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Aaron 🤗. Ian's mega ramp is such a Blast 😱🚀🚀

[@RichD]

8:34 9:10 and 9:17 all insane! i had to take notes to note them all. Loving the floater flips with the sun. It's all cinematic. Doing floaty single backflips is so enjoyable... Love the group bash vibes Rich, thanks for sharing!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Rich 🤗. What a mad fun session 😱🚀🚀

[@BarstoneRC]

That was a great group bash video, buddy and the Darlin is looking nice and fresh again awesome run guys!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother David 🤗. Super fun session with Darlin and the guys 😱🤣🤣🚀🚀🍻

[@keshawnhoward1784]

Would love to see you and your bash buddies showing their cars close-up and explaining what they all have as far as parts because you guys really sent them cars,and I love every minute of it ,sweet bash session Love all your videos learn a lot from your channel as far as setting up cars and even getting into the hobby ,thanks for the videos

[@H.DubbRC]

Good times! I had a blast sending the cars off MEGA ramp! I'm getting my cars ready for the next bash.

[@richduperbash2966]

What a killer fun session Horace 😱🚀🚀. So glad you could make it Bro and hit the Mega ramp!!! Props to Ian for setting it up. Can't wait for the next one 😍🤙🤙

[@3SonsRC]

What a sikkk build and Bash by you and the RC Community🚀😎🚀😎.... Orange Darling 2.0😎👍 Loved this, Kraton XL platform is quite possibly the best platform in RC😍👍 Killer stuff my friend

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Dennis 🤗. Orange Darling deserved a little love 😍. Definitely a contender for the best all around bashing platform. So crazy fast and stable at speed. So grateful the guys showed up and made our session so much fun!!! 😂🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

[@Hungrybird474]

Nice ! That’s a serious ramp! 👏 I couldn’t see a factory big size taking those hits for long , lol .

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Truth is the Kraton 6s EXB RTR and Outcast 8s EXB RTR could hang out there for quite awhile anyways 👊

[@phillybrc]

The Darling is lookin so fresh dude! This is the epitome of group bash, these are my fave. That ramp is so sick! Wicked show brother

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Phil 🤗. Such a wicked fun bash with the guys 🚀🚀. The Mega ramp is always a Blast 😱😂. Great to get Orange Darling running tight again. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@suncityrc915]

It's always a pleasure watching your vids Rich...🎥🤩👍🏼 🍊 Darling lookin absolutely awesome...🔥🚀🏆💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 😁. So stoked to have Darling running smooth and stable with the wider stance. Truly appreciate it 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Hungrybird474]

Sweet ride dude 👍👍. My only large experience is a 1/8 Kraton v5 . It’s been a week and I learned a lot about tuning it and what people like through these vids . Thanks for taking the time . I really like this one and the rlaarlo cf Omni terminator is opposite of the kraton in that it’s smaller , quieter , really quick but acceleration is smooth and handling is superb for a little guy . Kraton is the love though . I like what you did here 👍👍

[@reho6760]

Loving the FSRAtom Body on the talion, looks epic

[@CommanderAstigRC]

Your group bash sesh is always action packed and so damn entertaining 😍😂💯. Nothing better than Big sends killer rips and laughters😂. Had me laughing and enjoying like I'm with you guys in the video LoL 🤣. What an amazing group session my friend. That mega ramp is insanely amazing 😍😁.

[@CommanderAstigRC]

Ps. Orange darling 2.0 is sicker than ever!!🚀🚀😍👌💪💯😁

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Chris 🤗. Such an awesome fun group session with the guys 😱🚀🚀😂. Think we had 4 different Kraton XL rigs out there. Such a wicked platform. Mega ramp was in full effect 😱🤣😎💪👊👊

[@AmpRC]

Impressive! Great build & Bash Rich

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Orange Darling is such a pleasure to rip around 😍

[@AmpRC]

@@richduperbash2966 it definitely rips and loves to air it out. Looks very controllable in the air.

[@ClarenceAnacleto]

Wow rich I wish I was with you guys for that bash session 🤙🤙 and that Moon ramp is gnarly💯

[@allaspectsrc4178]

Pretty dope bash session man ..That's some high flying rc action

[@RandyandCyndi]

Wow!!!!! That’s sending it keep up the great work brother

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much my friend 🤗

[@RandyandCyndi]

No problem

[@noahsrcs1808]

Epic cars, epic bash spot, epic stunts.. brilliant video!!

[@aaronsibley6970]

Brother ☝🏼

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother 🤗

[@meirdeaph]

Now thats RC!❤

[@DHONGORDY95]

looks like you all had a blast of a time RICH awesome bash

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Dhon 🤗. Definitely had a blast with the guys 😱🤣🤣🤙

[@danielthompson9557]

Always great content sick sends and informative breakdown of the rigs. Makes me love my XL's even more and the front to back is what I've been working on almost got it. Gotta trim those arms to keep the CVD's in. Aldo drills out the caps but I remove mine and take off 1 to 2mm. Good stuff man keep it rippin!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Daniel ☺️. Love this XL platform!!! I pulled my RPM front arms and tossed on the EXB ones with no spacers. Can't handle the overflex anymore 😂. Shortening them slightly is a good option though 🍻

[@hippywildchildracing]

What a buityfull build. This is my favorite build that I have seen you done to date.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Love Orange Darling 😍

[@thomasblair7996]

Another great bashing, great airtime and control as well,love that ramp too your videos never disappoint for sure ready to begin a xl build,i have the mojave and kraton but not sure on the driveshafts could you head me in the right direction for what i need, again thanks rich for another kickass bash session!!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Thomas 🤗. The Mojave has a unique longer front center driveshaft. Rear is the same as the Kraton. Really just need the Mojave chassis and front and rear chassis braces (Talion/Mojave style) and most definitely need a Mojave center top brace. The M2C rear tower supports greatly strengthens the entire rear.

[@Clement.A.V]

Hope to see a video with the Typhon 6S sooon😊❤

[@justonjacoby4455]

Awesome job Guys!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 😁

[@Harvz78]

I wanna see again the Fireteam next.🙏👍💪

[@micha3017]

Remote Controlled Violence! Really interesting moments confirming your experience, low fast backflips probably look more spectacular than those from the ramp... I guess ;)

[@mindovamatterrc5832]

Great video

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you 🤗

[@mindovamatterrc5832]

@@richduperbash2966 you taught me so much over the years ! I have watched every video you made on KZbin studied them listening and learning payed off eventually thanks again!💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Truly appreciate your comment Brother and glad the vids have been helpful 😍

[@shawnscott9704]

AWESOME!

[@mikecollins6378]

Nice run 😎🤙

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Mike 🤗

[@darksunridah]

Love the Orange Darling…. I’m patiently waiting for you to get the Big Rock 6s though!😅

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother, but I'm definitely not getting a Big Rock 6s. It was a scale effort, not performance focused for bashing and agility. The body weighs over 2 lbs 👀. Better tires would help, but that top weight robs agility and burst speed. Not my cup of tea. Add the ESC programming issue and it's a 100% no go 😂

[@darksunridah]

@@richduperbash2966wow. Ok thanks for letting us know though didn't realize that car had so many issues

[@michaelbaca7155]

Wow that’s some great bashing 👍💪🏼👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Michael 😊

[@tdoggtx]

Damn bro Ian’s ramp is crazy… I got to hit that bro damn got to hurry and get my rig together. And another sick video bro 🎉🎉 👍🏾👍🏾💯💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Tristan 😍. The Mega ramp is so much fun 😱🚀🚀. Super smooth with ridiculous airtime. Perfect for group sessions. Can't wait to connect again Bro. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Jr92rc]

Awesome video bro love the xl kraton build 🙌🏼🤜🏼 💪🏼hopefully I get a invite next time 😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Junior 🤗. This was a last minute session. I'll definitely try to reach out next time Bro 🍻

[@RC_Berserker]

Good work doopergiggles! The cackling hyena 😂 the v4 rpm arms are way too flexible for sure. The v5 rpm arms have done very well on the front for me but the rear v5 are glass. Use stock on the back

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 👊. Yeah I'm done with the RPM arms, especially with the wider hexes. Already swapped the EXB ones on. The rear V5 RPM arms are junk 😕. Glad to hear their fronts are working out at least and appreciate your feedback 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@FarmerFpv]

That was some crazy bashing sessions. Did a NASA engineer design that ramp? That is insane! lol

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Ian doesn't work for NASA, but he is a mechanical engineer with serious design skills 😍

[@rantsandreviews]

Great session! Quick question: I'm setting up a Redcat Vigilante (1:5 scale, 8S) for bashing and jumping. The truck weighs about 25 pounds. What weight oil would you go with in the diffs and shocks? Thanks!

[@meirdeaph]

At 7.30 that front an backflips in the same jump! Crazy air time💯🤸‍♂️🙌

[@darksunridah]

I think the Big Rock 6s with some 6s Backflips would crazy

[@RockyMtBashers]

Hell yea ! Sick AF!

[@GarageLifeRC]

Nice man!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 😁

[@subcompact7171]

Great video. What tires and shocks are you running?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Running dboots Backflips tires from the Outcast 6s and Kraton shocks with M2C Racing ZRS bladder less caps and pistons.

[@jagergerg9771]

Amazing ramp, have you ever thought about getting a Kagama?

[@richduperbash2966]

I'd consider an Asuga, but not really interested in the Kagama to be honest. 🍻

[@Shelby8371]

Sick af Rich Do you prefer the LPs or the original backflips on Orange? Is that Flo orange tamiya paint

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Shelby 🤗. The LP's are awesome for burst speed, drifting, and overall agility. I do prefer the standard Backflips on rougher terrain though. Honestly love both sizes, depending on terrain and mood really. Yes that's the Tamiya FO PS-24 backed with PS-1 white.

[@RC4us]

what a awesome rig rich love the xl 6s cars i have a fireteam all modified with the best M2C... are those stock shocks that you just stripped the red off.... looks great whenever my fireteam body is shot i will probably go the c10 way....

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😊. The shocks came off my Limited Edition O6s 10 year anniversary. I have used oven cleaner to deanodize parts before though. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@RC4us]

@@richduperbash2966 I've heard of that Aldo does a great job doing that

[@TheoriginalRcRat]

🍊💪‼️

[@stayunique91]

Yeah I need to pick up one of these. I was thinking of picking up a slider EXB V2 on eBay. Do you think I should start with an EXB V2 or a regular BLX?

[@richduperbash2966]

The EXB V2 definitely has some nicer parts. The towers, servo saver, rear wing mount, emulsion shocks, and other bits. Just remember you'll need the Talion/Mojave style center braces and front center driveshaft.

[@sanitarium4]

Hey Rich, have you ever run a Notorious? You sold me on the Kraton but was curious cause I always see you sending the Outcast. Cheers from the North.

[@richduperbash2966]

I got my first Outcast 6s in 2016 so yes 🤗. Same exact truck as the Notorious just a different body. I've had 3 since then, but only 2 in running form at the moment, my O6s EXB RTR and custom Outcast "Light" with lightened M2C chassis and Basherqueen carbon fiber parts. It was a Limited Edition O6s I customized.

[@mikellewis2346]

Working on my Mojave kraton hybrid maken a version 2 of it also. Not shore if i shore stick woth the older v4 style diffs of put the exb limited slip diff in i got while back for it. Havent had any problems with ye older versions, and have heard the limited slip diff have some problems an need plate taken out anyways. What your thoughts on diffs ??

[@richduperbash2966]

I'm totally fine with the original ARRMA diffs and just tuning with the fluids. Honestly not a fan of the LSD friction plates.

[@mikellewis2346]

@@richduperbash2966 thanks for the honest response. I feel the same way. Never had any problems with the old ones. Least not if ran under normal limits. Witch we do not. Lol 😂 but still only broke very few diff parts. Mainly a pin or sun gear. Or diff case itself like I just did on my kraton v4 6s. Ripped whole rear tower off. Lol big air with super fast rotation was bad when catching the top the tower as it smacked on its top backwards. Wing mount already broken didn't help. Trying the newer rpm HD rear skid with brace to wing mount. See how it works soon. Great video as always bro.

[@ajj2632]

nice , what color / brand paint did you use?

[@richduperbash2966]

I used Tamiya PS-24 fluorescent orange backed with PS-1 white.

[@ajj2632]

@ thx. I went ahead and ordered some . Really like the look of your setup . I’m going to XL my kraton EXB. Couple parts like the braces will be slightly different with the new design but I like some of the changes they have done with the shocks , arms , split center brace , etc .

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah the newer changes are awesome 👍. Props to ARRMA for the progression.

[@mikerr5150]

With ur ultimate build, what kind of differentials did u use? Open or LSD and if LSD did u run them minimal or max?THX

[@richduperbash2966]

I'm running standard 6s diffs. Just swapped in Mugen Seiki planetary shims and add the ARRMA outdrive cup shims. Also use 2-3 Tekno crown gear side bearing shims. When using EXB diffs, I use the open diff shim kit. Not a fan of LSD.

[@rtk6945]

Never seen you out with 6S Typhon. I have a 6S Typhon BLX. What about it makes it your favorite basher ? Like the felt idea. Awesome ramp would love to see how to build video on that. Like another viewer said. Like to see what your bashing pals cars are like if they dont mind. You guys are like a rc bashing nasa !🚀

[@richduperbash2966]

The Typhon 6s was my first ARRMA back in 2016. Love the handling and ridiculous speed 😍. Only car that gets me 100% focused due to the twitch buggy responsiveness. My original Orange Darling was based on the Typhon or "Truggified typhon". Such a versatile little ripper!!! 🚀🚀

[@rtk6945]

Mine is all stock and hardly ever drive it. You have a video with upgrades done to it ? Was thinking of taking it to horizon hobbies "hobbyfest" in Monticello, Illinois and entering the long jump contest. Guys hit 200 feet plus. Big ramp big air !

[@richduperbash2966]

Yes I have put several videos out. M2C chassis, towers, braces, among other upgrades. I have 2 Truggified typhons. One is my wider "XL" with Mojave arms, links, shafts, and tires. The Typhon fly's like no other. Just have to gear up a bit for long jump speeds.

[@gratefuldabs9775]

Any recommendations for a decent 6s battery? I’m using a Sypom 6s in the sledge with a max 6 and I get about 5 minutes of run time before power cuts completely and there’s a flashing red light on my ESC. I’m not sure what the heck is going on. I used to run for 25 minutes on my max 8 G2 but now I can’t make it more than a few minutes. Temps are always low when it shuts off too.

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah that doesn't sound right. Hopefully it's not going into a faulty protection mode 🤔. I run mostly Ovonic 5200mah 80C single 6s packs and some smaller Zeee 4000mah 100C packs. Not a fan of big heavy packs.

[@gratefuldabs9775]

I have some other brand that are 60C maybe I can try for comparison. I’m hesitant because hobbywing blamed me for my last esc catching fire for running only a 60C pack. Maybe it’s my esc causing the problem 🤔

[@richduperbash2966]

Hobbywing should know full well 60C is an adequate discharge rating. I call BS if they're saying that. Ran 50C packs with my HW stuff for years with no problems. Try adjusting the LVC setting to low with the programming and running a newer pack if possible. Check your cell voltage once you hit LVC. If you don't have a voltage checker, make sure to get one. They're only 20$. I use mine constantly to see where my packs are at after running and during pit stops.

[@gratefuldabs9775]

@@richduperbash2966 yeah it’s set on intermediate and it cuts at like 3.8 or so I noticed. It’s weird there’s a rapid red light flashing and it goes from full power to zero. There is no low voltage cut at all. They always blame my C rating and refuse to replace my esc’s so I don’t wanna pay for yet another one. They told me no lower than 100C and that my 15/54 gearing was too high and that’s why it caught on fire. I got sick of arguing with them about it. I’m about to just go with a MMX 8s and screw hobbywing. Thanks rich you’re the best

[@RcPlayer-tt2vw]

Typhon still my favorite, I’m due for new one and it be my 4th , I get every drop life out of em 😂

[@richduperbash2966]

Such a fantastic little Ripper 😍

[@skyhawk21]

I think what you do would probably bend and wear down parts in an instant not to mention break them and cost dinero…. I use to throw money away at rc planes until I got sick of going broke…. Now I’m at it again but small 1/18th cars, much durable and cheap…. Also blowing lipo packs that cost 100 plus would not be good…

[@richduperbash2966]

The smaller scales are super fun on the right terrain 😍. Everyone has a budget. The style of bashing in this session can get rough, but it's also a solid durability test as a long time aftermarket parts tester 🍻

[@mikecollins6378]

Nice run 😎🤙