Traxxas | MAXX Vs Stampede 4X4 BL-2S (VXL)

The MAXX was already put to the test against the HOSS and WON! So it should come to no surprise that the MAXX out performed the Stampede 4X4 BL-2S (VXL). Even with the Extreme Heavy Duty kit, the Stampede still managed to break an axle. Both of these RC’s are great in their own way, and would make a great first purchase into the hobby. Below is a link to where you can purchase either one.
Traxxas MAXX: $569.95
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Traxxas Stampede BL-2S (VXL): $329.95
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[@theegy]

I like a lot what you did with the body’s. There is I kind of protection strip around the edges of the body? What is this and how did you install that? Thanx and have a nice Xmas

[@redbanditracing]

Traxxas X-MAXX 8s Belted | Body Reinforcement kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqmvZqmZjNWCrtU

[@ThatB5GUY]

I just recently blew my rear diff cover, shock tower I completely pulled the threads and screws out of where it goes to the diff on my stampede bl2s 4x4 and I bent the hell out of the gtf shock rod so I’ve a slew of upgrades coming now from cobra it’s a great truck but I send mine over 10ft in the air regularly. The very first thing I broke was the plastic servo gears but I rebuilt it with metal gears and haven’t had a problem with the servo since

[@redbanditracing]

When they went from the HOSS to the Stampede BL-2S I’ve been seeing differentials go out a lot. Double check the mesh between the ring and pinion, something changed from the HOSS. Nice upgrades!

[@ThatB5GUY]

@ maybe that’s the noise I hear sometimes the differentials

[@Mrf388]

Great review. You guys nailed it.

[@michaelgraham2943]

Great comparison thanks for sharing 👍

[@TheMeshenger]

I’m just gonna throw this out there. I’ve watched a few of your videos now, and I can definitely tell that you guys are improving you video flow, and just over all I see your guys improvement over your older videos…. So I guess I’ll subscribe now lol, thanks guys

[@redbanditracing]

Thanks for subscribing, we appreciate it.

[@zaflashzach8011]

I’ve also got a maxx v2 and I put e-revo tires on it, and it just blows my mind! It goes at least 6 miles an hour faster than the stock sledgehammers. And whenever I hit jumps with it, it just soaks up the ground, and I can’t hear much chassis slap. so I would definitely try that if you haven’t already.

[@redbanditracing]

Sounds interesting. We’ll definitely try it! Only worry for us is the extra weight of the tires could snap the axles.

[@zaflashzach8011]

⁠@@redbanditracing I totally understand the possibility of those axles breaking, but I will say my friend has had those tires on there for about a year now and hasn’t had any issues still. I would check is the heat of the motor once in a while. Mine doesn’t get hot, but I asked Traxxas and they said to keep that in mind. But I would love to see a video of you guys trying them out!!!!

[@The_RC_Guru]

Ultra shock mod that’s worked for a lot of years for the shock caps it to pull zip ties around the caps HARD. It helps keep that cap held to the threads tighter. As for the shafts bending- well I don’t jump over 4ft and am a good driver lol. No real catastrophic wrecks.

[@redbanditracing]

Good tip

[@shadowviper957]

If they release a widebody kit for the stampede it's gonna be a beast

[@leonelmolinajr2]

What wheels/tires are on the maxx?

[@redbanditracing]

They are Sledgehammers, same tires the truck came with. We tried ProLine but they kept blowing out, probably because of the compound.

[@grizzlyrc8720]

I like them both I have them both The max V1 with widemaxx kit on it have not broken anything but some axles The stampede was a brushed turned into a VXL and upgraded the axle to the heavy duty axles I have not got this extreme heavy duty ones yet I did put those on my slash 4x4 Great video guys have a great one

[@redbanditracing]

Thank you

[@scarifrougeone7225]

Hey RBR nice videos and good content. I just subscribed want to get back into RC. Questions what are the ramps you are using and do you have any suggestions on pamps to buy for RC? Thanks and have a great day. ⭐️⭐️🇺🇸⭐️⭐️

[@redbanditracing]

Thank you! Freshpark makes a lot of different ramps, but they are not cheap. It’s cheaper to make one to be honest.

[@scarifrougeone7225]

@@redbanditracing Thanks for getting back to me!

[@njrotcdt417]

Im trying to decide between the maxx v2 or the stampede 4x4 vxl im going from nihm battery to goingbto try a learn to use lipo which one would you recommend

[@redbanditracing]

Both are great, you won’t regret either. The new Stampede is very fun, fast, and easy to control. The MAXX is a beast, you won’t break it very often.

[@bertomoto6448]

What is around the body?

[@redbanditracing]

Body armor

[@bertomoto6448]

@@redbanditracing is it a trim? And could you share a link or a how to, looks good.

[@Brettloves_RCS]

Great vid love the maxx. Can yall do a 3500 vxl rebuild vid?

[@redbanditracing]

Definitely, and thank you

[@jared1401]

Can't forget to say you put the metal gears in the servo too!

[@smitheshn6637]

Arrma Dboots LP tire is the best for Maxx.. but not sure about rubbing without any extender

[@redbanditracing]

Maybe we will try them on the MAXX now, thank you.

[@whywouldntwe3]

They fit. Run them on maxx sometimes off notorious

[@Hehehawhaw__]

@@redbanditracingon my maxx i run the traxxas belted tires and they work way better because tje stock kept on blowing off for me so you could try those to

[@radiocontrolledmadness8119]

Great vid, unlike the boss and the new stampede 4x4 vxl the bl2s does not have a center differential this would help spair the axles

[@redbanditracing]

Stay tuned up, it’s coming!

[@calebthomas5411]

for someone that thinking about getting into RC's which car do you recommend them getting ? oh and that's weird I'm wearing the same shirt that you were in this video LOL

[@redbanditracing]

Well you’re on the right track “yeah no” haha. The Rustler 4x4 VXL is a great RC, MAXX is also great. The MAXX you’ll be replacing very few parts, and you can start out running it on 3s till you get the hang of it.

[@Pewter941]

I'm looking to buy my first rc car, what should I get?

[@redbanditracing]

I would definitely recommend one of the rustler or stampede platforms. They are great reliable cars that can be upgraded to very high performance levels.

[@Pewter941]

@@redbanditracing I'm thinking between the 4X4 VXL Brushless Rustler or the Ultimate Rustler 🤔

[@The_RC_Guru]

@@Pewter941well did you get one?

[@Pewter941]

@@The_RC_Guru I got the maxx

[@Pewter941]

The Maxx is a beast ​@@The_RC_Guru

[@shadowviper957]

Had some sets of trenchers done the same. I was talking with them and was like was it a bad batch and got the same was probably something in the ground that caused the split. I believe it's went quantity over quality now and the customer service has taken a dip as well

[@redbanditracing]

Agreed, they sent another set out to us without answering any questions. Also sent to wrong address haha.

[@ISIAH_STL]

The original Stampede! 4x4 Is my favorite rc truck maxx too heavy

[@redbanditracing]

I still wanna get the original Stampede 4X4 VXL. Love that platform also

[@ClumsyToast]

I prefer small and playful way more than these big beasts. I had an upgraded maxx, and it wasn't nearly as fun as the old crappy stampedes I have haha.

[@redbanditracing]

Agreed, I love driving the Gorgon, and the Stampede 2WD a lot. Sometimes the simple RC’s are the most enjoyable.

[@krysmabus7726]

Poke like 6 holes in the center for the water to vent out

[@redbanditracing]

All you need to vent tires is a small slit in two spots of the tread 180° from each other.

[@hotrod102]

Belted belted belted. The maxx needs belt tires. Ive bought badland tires 10 years ago for the e revo. I blew one of those. With today's high powered rc's a Belted tire is almost mandatory for bashing.

[@redbanditracing]

Yes and no, depends on what you’re doing. I personally don’t like belted for jumping the ramps, but belted is the way to go for everything else.

[@Brayrfd1192]

Maxx no doubt. stampede is okay I would like it better it had 17 mm hex wheels

[@jarridbest6295]

Great videos

[@redbanditracing]

Glad you like them!

[@jarridbest6295]

@@redbanditracing How can one love RC and not like these straight forward, clear, and concise videos? You’re crushing it. I’d love to see a new version Rustler VXL vs Rustler Ultimate. I own a Hoss and Slash VXL. I’m looking to get an Maxx someday.

[@Critter0817]

That was water man. You got water in your tire. My old prolines did that too when they spun with water

[@redbanditracing]

The tires that were water damaged were all swapped out. These tires were brand new

[@seepel]

Bought the stampede 4x4 vxl 10 years ago and its not a good RC car tbh. Those axles where breaking after 5 minutes bashing with 3s lipos.

[@redbanditracing]

Most RC cars when put on 3s will have issues especially if they have plastic axles. With the Extreme HD axles they last awhile.