Traxxas X-Maxx WideMaxx Conversion Followup | RC Driver

It took some time to get out and get some drivetime on the Traxxas X-Maxx with WideMaxx conversion (found here: snp.link/330e0cb5) but it finally happened. This truck has been a blast to take out in wheel in stock form, but how did it fare with the WideMaxx kit on it. Is the suspension upgrade really worth it for a stock out of the box truck like our Solar Flare Edition? In this video Greg will give you a quick recap of the X-Maxx as it worked its way through the RC Driver workshop and then takes it out for a drive with the WideMaxx kit and gives you his impressions of how the truck feels as he drives it. You’ll want to hear the wrap-up on this video for sure!
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[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

I have two 8S X-MAXX trucks, one box stock and the other with the wide suspension kit. The wide suspension kit is cool, it looks great, but the stock suspension works so well, that I won't add the wide suspension kit on the 2nd 8S X-MAXX. Great review and my hat is off to you Greg for laying down an honest review ! 👍🏻

[@honda116969]

Damn dude! Baller! 💯👍👍 Thanks for sharing! If you want the wide max kit on there probably just get yourself an XRT haha I like the X-Max myself tho I have the original 6S version I bought a long time ago but it's just so big I bully everybody else I drive with so I just drive my slash 4X4 & rustler 2WD.

[@jeremymiller2340]

I believe your right, i do like the widemaxx kit for the little brother lol, but the XMAXX itself is already large and in charge as is !😎

[@redvikinghobbies]

You're spot on. GREAT video. The kit only improves landings for people with extensive speed mods and swapped to a Reef's and full send and want height and distance. It completely destroys the fun of the Xmaxx box stock. Great review! It's the absolute truth 👍

[@jrumer72]

I really appreciate your honest reviews and that is why i follow you more than most others and not to say anyone else is doing it wrong or bad but you seem to be in tune to what i like. I understand it takes a lot of work to do what you do with video and editing and things but i will tell you it is much appreciated and fun to watch keep it up brother and have a great time and most important thanks !

[@whistlinlipo]

Great review Greg! You and Earl Moorehead hit the nail on the head about the wide kit.

[@CentralVAracer]

Even in stock form I always go to a 2085x servo and a adjustable hot racing steering servo saver assembly. Those two items make a xmaxx steer like a dream. Definitely a must have if you go to a widemaxx kit. If the factory servo saver was better and the factory servo was metal gear i doubt you’d even need a servo upgrade. But after a few packs ran through a new xmaxx the stock servo saver spring gets weak enough to really hinder your turning ability.

[@thedeadlee690]

On the stock servo saver you can use a longer screw with a locknut on the end and it keeps the servo saver tight. Otherwise like you mentioned it loosens up over time.

[@tomaszmichalski1502]

I have for a wide Maxx on my xMaxx and I love it 💪

[@choke666]

YOU MADE THOSE JUMPS LOOK EFFORTLESS 👌. I love the WIDE X-MAXX kit! Pair that w/ the full Pro-Line shock setup, and a better servo AAND Vitavon knucks and your in for a gr8 ride!!

[@jimmyBside]

Man… You’re not kidding. This guy‘s got some serious skills…Going to take my new Green Machine over to a local BMX track, today….This sucker is almost too big for the yard…What a beast. 🦬

[@choke666]

@@jimmyBside Yea bro, it's definitely a beast. I take mine on 'walks' alot at the park lol and it takes the whole path!.

[@thedeadlee690]

I have had good luck with Traxxas black springs, losi 60wt oil, if you set the rear of the truck 3mm higher than the front you get more steering and the back end slides just a bit like a stock Xmaxx. Great video.

[@rcmtb1052]

I agree on you stock xmaxx are already good and for $200 for the widekit I rather save the money and buy new rc or buy esc for more power.

[@ReadySetRC]

Another great review. I decided not to do the widemaxx conversion. Figured it wasn't worth it to mess with my steering radius. I've upgraded the servo and I've seen such an improvement with the rollovers. Don't get me wrong still happens just not as much😊

[@LittleofLife]

Dang your shop is so clean. And the quality of your videos is amazing

[@chrisschetzer9978]

I have the kit for mine and I like how much more stable it is, this is the only mod on my rig, it's stock. I don't really jump it or anything but it feels very nice. Less rolling in tight turns but still wild and crazy if you want it to. I compare it to a Great Dane puppy. I do agree on steering, I'm upgrading my servo atm, though the stock servo isn't the best.

[@derek3154]

What did you upgrade to?

[@chrisschetzer9978]

@@derek3154 i went to the perfect pass monster

[@derek3154]

@@chrisschetzer9978 little pricey but seems like a good option, thanks🦾

[@jamesblake1848]

Me too I prefer stock xmaxx besides the steering servo. Nice video 👍👍

[@williamthedoorman9610]

Sorry for the 2 comments I forgot about. BuKZbin. Good dude my friend pkus your the humblest guy on youtube.

[@hagerz]

Great Video! 👍 I just bought an XRT and love it. I also have an Xmaxx. I'm really considering the wide max kit for it. If it gets it anywhere close to the XRT I'm all in!🤣😂😆👍

[@miketube6662]

I’ve just got the solar flare xmaxx my self Was thinking of doing this but its a no now I like the way it handles to be honest Great review

[@tyehicks8739]

I've been on the fence about the wide already have a set of Traxxas HD arms, and I will probably stay with those. But a wide X Maxx looks awesome. Great videos, I enjoy the information you give us.

[@jeremycravens6973]

You have that track nailed! Very nice driving! Keep that up you never break anything!

[@sambagogo777]

Worth waiting for the upcoming new X-Maxx with WideMaxx kit and other updated parts as standard.

[@Taboloncawonthemasters]

When do they or when did they release the new one?

[@sambagogo777]

@@Taboloncawonthemasters It never happened!

[@Taboloncawonthemasters]

@@sambagogo777 😖

[@fabulousbrad]

Cool I saw it when it first came out. I'm keeping mine regular and adding alum suspention.and the hobbiy wing 1100

[@Dumrikk]

The widemaxx kit saved my Xmaxx from being sold, I was not a fan of the constant tipping-over part, so I love the kit! Original steering is always going to be crap, even worse if you put new tires on with more friction. Replace the horn, and rod with aluminum, and the stronger spring. Changing the servo is also preferable, neither of Traxxas' opinions is going to be strong, do 3rd party. This is only expensive if you're a Traxxas purist, buy gpm alu parts and a 40$ servo will be just fine. But no more will the steering suck balls.

[@overdosed51]

I disagree on the cheap servo part. I couldn't keep the 50$ 45kg servos in my xmaxx. I had to bite the bullet and go with a perfect pass monster. That and a new adjustment servo saver completely CHANGED my xmaxx

[@squid64420]

I went with the m2c wide kit and I love it. It's a great middle ground between stock and wide kit.

[@cwatson42785]

Hey Jonathan i got those 1" dgi extenders for my dbxle and you were right it now has a perfect stance! Great recommendation buddy 👍 🍻🍻

[@squid64420]

@@cwatson42785 awesome to hear you like them man ! They are great enjoy them

[@sunnyv1281]

Man wish Portland Oregon had something like this or something more fun

[@mikebultema2536]

Have you looked at doing the M2C extended hubs? They don’t extend the width as far as the Traxxas wide arm kit and allow more tire options. I would like to see you try them and hear your opinion on that option. As always appreciate your unbiased opinions.

[@RCAdventuresAmsterdam]

Nice video! Enjoyed it. Thanks for the honest review. 🙌💪

[@thedeadlee690]

I feel like this basically turns a xmaxx into a XRT. I wish Traxxas would provide firmer springs with the kit and recommend thicker shock oil because it’s way to soft using their recommended setup

[@buffernickel]

Terrain plays a huge roll for a stock/wide kit. Just stick with what works for you and your driving

[@derekjarman1638]

That truck is so big! Pretty awesome though 😁

[@todd2speedkski591]

Love driving stock …but I love buying used Rc Where guy gets crazy with hop ups .. usually the hop up s don’t render any extra cash 💰..

[@thomasdowneyjr.4162]

i have the maxx v1 i like my truck with out the widemaxx kits can change the shock fluids make it easier to control and trigger control helps too...

[@100bmf]

Put the stock tires back on and see if u get ur sterring back

[@dylanwhite6539]

I don’t think the widemaxx kit itself is really to blame for the steering. The servo and saver really suck

[@Cornelius456]

Putting the Wide Max Kit on my " DuneMaxx " as I like to call it, has been one of the Best upgrades I have done to her! I have a Full Sensored Castle System, 56mm 1100Kv Motor and XLX2 ESC and the Full Suit of M2C Bracing motor Mounts, rail brace, hubs the Whole Deal and the Jumps I do in the Dunes with the DuneMaxx are as Big and bigger than what you see most Crusty Demons do on MX Bikes. That being said, whilst I can do Similar types of Jumps with my Normal Xmaxx, I can not do the same as what she does as the Stability & power of course are simply Not there. The Approach speed required to clear some of the Dunes I do is around the 100km mark and just trying to do that speed with the Xmaxx gets it all Squirlly and unsettled and when the trigger is Squeezed Flat, most of time ends up crashing! Something I Never get from my DuneMaxx as it is so Steady and Balanced it is akin to a full sized Vehicle. Been Nothing but a Massive improvement and I can't say a Bad word about it. I have Never experienced any dramas at all with steering but I have this www.promodeler.com/DS1885BLDP in my DuneMaxx so probably not a great example for the average Punter who just wants to pull out the Xmaxx and blast her Bogstock without any mods at all. Which I completely understand, It's Definately Not for Everyone. All that being said, I have the Current Best 5th Scale RC of All Major Brands and Can honestly say that the Xmaxx in All Forms is Top of the Pops!

[@salvatorerotundo1560]

Great video always good information

[@AKYLE315]

I picked one up only cause i got it brand new in the box for 160

[@valiant7357]

Butter 🧈

[@TheToecutter69]

Great driving awesome vid! 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@zonegamma8197]

i like pros ans cons you pointed out in this video, good review

[@nate9392]

If need more steering add plus 2 offset more turn ? By the way can’t wait try with my X Max that I won bid on eBay and also E Revo 2.0😊

[@joeytravis1953]

How the meshing on this rc does it need to be recessed so it dosnt eat the spur and pinion gear?

[@Johnwick-ed7vo]

For just bashing I like the way it is in factory form, now I had trouble with my electronics, and ended up putting in a hobby wing set up the big hobby wing 5 and the motor to boot, changed everything to much power, I don't send my rigs to the moon, I'm on a budget and well I bought the xmaxx when I could not afford it, so I had fun with it but no upgrades were needed till I had to replace the power plants, etc, motor, combo. All this wide this and wide that, everyone is saying the same thing great stability but worse steering, I kind of wonder if Traxxas saw this as a way to make extra money while fixing stability, after all, if u run a restaurant u pay ur bills and set ur budget off the little things, ham , eggs, and say coffee, because you sell more of these items, you don't set ur budget off steak and eggs, as u don't sell as much of that dish, so I have to wonder, was this wide kit, a good fix? Is it an upgrade to sell more smaller items? I find it to be a fascinating conversation.

[@jamesblake1848]

Good point

[@shuster1921]

Now that's deep Brother, and you managed to make me hungry😋

[@tmothymartin7784]

First thing i look at is servo saver spring. more than likely the weak stock spring didn't like your tire change. Traxxas make a stronger one. The other is did you put the upper a frame in the high inside hole on the front if not that do it also. Been there done that. Just my 2 cents.

[@lennchadful]

the widemaxx change is useless imo. the other tweaks you need to make in order for the truck to be fun again isn't worth it. just leave it stock, change your ride height, change your shock fluid a little and it wont roll

[@Rhinosreef]

Are you CT that looks like Bethel BMX track! I’m in New Milford I’ll be bringing my new XMAXX soon

[@andyb9994]

Xmaxx is a awesome truck in any form wide of stock?

[@garyjordan3121]

Great video ,you just saved me some money.

[@tamartopuria6907]

Thank you ❤

[@bigbird188]

GREAT Vid like always!! My question is where is that "Park" you were filming at? That track looks very cool.

[@artieaudio77]

Ohhhh yes it is lol. Made mine feel like it was on rails.

[@JonnnyHeHe]

Hey I live in your area what bmx track is that? Looks fun, just got my x max running after 2 years got some upgrades and she’s fast

[@NathanStorer-RC]

I think if you want a great basher with great stability, you're probably better off with the Sledge from what I've seen. Sure the X-Maxx is a huge RC with a lot of wow factor, but I don't think it was ever really intended for high speed cornering. I would probably keep it stock if it's going to put that much extra strain on the servo.

[@Dragorus360]

Did you ever fix the steering?

[@lanewhite6320]

I have one with m2c racing ext hubs and WFO hubs on wife’s these are a much better option for us than the wide max kit by going this route it keeps the suspension and everything in line for your steering as much even though we have upgraded the servers on ours long time ago I

[@noobrXGamingOmg]

And completely wrecking the suspension geometry, and raping wheel bearings

[@slick408]

Unfortunately spacers are not the same as long arm suspension and might be hurting performance. Scrub radius, spring rates, bearings all pay a penalty

[@rcsmith5909]

Good driving. 👍 l love my widemaxx kitt on Xmaxx but you need the room yes. Is there anyway to quicken the throw on the 2085x servo??

[@williamthedoorman9610]

Hello my friend nicely done very well explained I got the XMAXX for Christmas and I was thinking about getting the wide xmaxx kit. And you answered my question. And your driving very good driver and your very cautious driver which in return slower is always faster, especially TC on carpet applies the same, I have the first generation TC5 can you do a touring car video for us on road guys thanks your friendly neighborhood Doorman william from NJ Forgettaboutit lol 😆

[@vinniemartinez6125]

Hey yo what area do you live in yo? I see lots of trees in the background. I'm over here in SD,Cali l. Was curious where your at yo.

[@V8chump]

How are those sledgehammers? I know traxxas is spotty on their glue so I always check that but the e revo 2.0 tires aren’t doing it for me durability wise….Wondering if the sledge tires hold up any better

[@shagy2500]

Definitely keeping mine stock. Great review.

[@autofanaticcars]

Where is this park located if anyone knows

[@harriprince6545]

If your planning on cha gi g the servo it seems a go head

[@fctryoffetsh39]

It's marketing they want more money and I'm not their fool. I always kept traxxas cars stock loving the vellenium system and running the he'll out of it,if it was that good it would be stock wide out the boxx,ima use the stock package also

[@RichB07]

Is the widemaxx kit worth the $200 ? I have everything RPM on mine . Recently done a over haul . New ESC , motor . servo and few other upgrades . I would love to put that kit on it . Not sure if it would be better than what i have . Any help would be greatly appreciated .

[@007nubber]

What servo would you put in. after i did the kit on my xmaxx it needs a football stadion to turn around, allrdy got the upgrade servo from traxxas but is it worth it?

[@williamthedoorman9610]

Hi I love it looks amazing with the wide stance, thats why all the arrama trucks handle so well is because they have wide A arms all there trucks gave a wide stance . On the other hand, enter the XRT now we're talking true performance that truck is amazing the handling is unmatched. I would not be surprised if they start a XRT racing class on a track . Thanks your friendly neighborhood Doorman william from NYC forgettaboutit 👊 😀

[@Daytonafox1]

Defo needs stiffer shock oil. Wheels and tyres are great i like.

[@crunchy3279]

Any thoughts on the 24mm axle conversion kit from proline?

[@spacepopeextremis9746]

I'm interested in adding a light kit to mine but Traxxas doesn't have a great path for routing all the wiring. You think you might hit electronics in the future? Also, what are your thoughts on other tire options (Badlands, Trenchers, street, etc.).

[@geraldnoe8250]

On the light kit the instructions that come with it has a diagram of where to route to the wires and where to add zip ties… pretty simple install

[@olafstrand9965]

I'm convinced Duratrax makes tires for Traxxas. How in the freak'n world are their tires still coming unglued?

[@S9RUT]

Was this running on 8s?? Or 6s? Kinda looks a little bit underpowered... 🤨

[@GameTrekkie]

I like to keep ‘em stock.

[@Mr450pro]

Nope. I prefer the XMaxx stock, I like how nimble it is.. if you want a bad turning radius buy a Arrma. I know I own the Kraton 8s to and that thing needs a parking lot to turn.

[@alanq64]

Can you do an update of the Redcat Gen8 v2.

[@newamericatowguy3633]

Did you do the hinge pin upgrade?

[@HappyGilmour1010]

What steering servo would you put in it ?

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Fun Video

[@williamthedoorman9610]

Hello my brother, I notice with the wide XMAXX kit it look very stable because of its width it does not roll over as much , because if you notice on all the arrama trucks they all have wide stance makes very stable thanks your friendly neighborhood Doorman william from NJ Forgettaboutit lol 😆

[@wadedavis7241]

Is that a BMX track?

[@51foxy]

I would love the x maxx but could afford it for a long time. It’s just too expensive for me Atb Paul uk

[@rraphamonkey8312]

Thanks for the great video and review. I am thinking to buy a new X-maxx. After I saw the updated edition of the Maxx (widemax) I thought Traxxas would release a new edition of the X-maxx. What would you suggest, buy now or wait? Thanks for your help

[@rcdriver]

I couldn’t get a real answer from Traxxas, but I got the vibe that a factory Wide XMaxx RTR wasn’t in the plans. If something changes because of demand, I don’t even think it would happen anytime soon.

[@rraphamonkey8312]

@@rcdriver thank you for getting back to me this quick. After the review I will keep it stock=no wide kit for Xmaxx. so no point in waiting for sure. the Xmaxx is good build

[@rraphamonkey8312]

@SG haha sure would be pain in the a$$ get a release of the new xmaxx after a purchase ;-)

[@rraphamonkey8312]

@SG when came out the actual version of Xmaxx?

[@williamthedoorman9610]

Hey my brother I heard that traxxas is gonna come out with a 1/5 scale E REVO brushless edition, what do you think

[@Techyon]

Gotta ask, are you in Pa?

[@restinpiecesrc5528]

I have also heard after a few bashes the arm start to flex and bend and do not reform to its original state

[@rcdriver]

The video was shot during the first runs. But I’ve run it since. I’m not experiencing that yet. Could it happen? I can see it since it’s a longer span which means more leverage to twist it during impacts.

[@restinpiecesrc5528]

@@rcdriver truggy arms hold because most if their shocks Mount closer to the tire

[@andyvannort2743]

I've never heard a single person say that and I know 100 people with it

[@restinpiecesrc5528]

@@andyvannort2743 Earl Moorhead had his arms bending and not reforming

[@andyvannort2743]

@@restinpiecesrc5528 OK so 1 out if 1,000,000 sold. Cool

[@johnkoko]

Typically a stock person. I think all the accessories tend to make things better in some ways worse than others. The wide kit was mandatory for the Maxx...but that one is still miserable to drive.

[@Apasash]

😉👍💯

[@onemansvideos2134]

There was another that filmed at that track I haven't seen any videos from him since covid or any updates I've been lil worried about him.... "bicketybam" if you know him can you please give him a shout out let him know the youtube community is missing him

[@rcdriver]

I met him there once. I think I saw somewhere that he had to take care of some family members or something. Hope he returns.

[@onemansvideos2134]

@@rcdriver i hope he is doing well and returns also

[@brianangell6079]

Where is that track at?

[@joeabrenica4467]

i tried both, I’ll stay stock.

[@FreeMan-JPLK]

👍

[@jasinpedone3020]

Looks like the front truck nose dives

[@Luke-en2tk]

Looks to take the fun out of it

[@Xbot4Life]

hard fact is, the car is better stock and will last longer

[@Mayhem-RC]

Where is this track at? Most tracks by me won’t allow rc cars. You get arrested for damaging property.

[@rcdriver]

I fix any divots I make in the track before leaving. Unfortunately others don’t.

[@flinttownrcs7840]

1

[@EXTREMERC416]

It reminds me of a stampede by how it stands up

[@urigross]

Thank you for making my decision easier not to upgrade. Regards from Israel 🇮🇱

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

Honestly… save your money

[@warmfreeze]

not worth it...still drove like a marshmallow gave it to my daughter who also hated the way it drove and sold it..

[@vannath4186]

$$

[@Thebankfisher]

Takes away from the look of the truck

[@jamiea7469]

Not watched it yet, my guess is probably not, nor worth it.