TRAXXAS XMAXX Standard Size Servo Adapter - Smaller Servo, More Power?

Check it out the JX BLS - HV7146MG here ➜ goo.gl/B5dbSG
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So I wanted to try this cheap servo adapter so you can use a standard size servo in your Traxxas XMAXX.
Super easy to install and gives you a much larger range of servo options to use if you would like to upgrade.
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[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Check it out the JX BLS - HV7146MG here ➜ goo.gl/B5dbSG Check it out the JX CLS5830HV here ➜ goo.gl/tzCpN5

[@guesswh0oo]

Are you still using the JX 46KG servo on the Xmaxx? If so, how do you like it compared to the Original or another servo?

[@austin030703]

Read all the comments, since i saw your UDR video and this servo, i have been using this servo in all my bigger rc cars. I have one in udr and tekno et48 with belted tires. They have been good. My new(used) xmaxx servo gear stripped first time using it, oh boy was i happy to find this video. After installation i couldn’t believe how strong the servo is. Tx for this great video!

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Much appreciated brother. Glad to hear that you liked it

[@ValleyRC]

I ordered some £12 KZ earphones in January and recieved two of these servos. I decided that they must have somehow known I was into RC and that it was a late xmas present. That's my story and I'm sticking to it 😁

[@jaypearce6199]

Been running the same servo in my xmaxx for few months, by far better than stock, cheap too.

[@SweatyHanes]

I have Jx in my Hobao hyper cage truggy, extremely happy with it. 32 kilo high voltage, super snappy.

[@BeardedRC]

Nice one bro I asked about this on you live feed last night am going to do the same just bought it via your link! 💪🏼🙌🏼

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Ahh sweet bro! Yeah this servo is great. No issues so far.

[@stevemoon2136]

That's one sexy looking servo. Definitely gonna check that out. Thanks for the info, Steve.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks Steve, glad you like it brother

[@jacobhenson3952]

Thanks for doing this I am doing the same thing today myself. I’m using a savox 1231sg and I was not sure how it was going to go in. Great video thanks 👍👍👍

[@acereport8939]

I’ve been pretty happy with Traxxas 2075 servos for one main reason. They usually return to center! So many servos don’t center properly for various reasons. Either they are complete junk like Tower Pro MG995’s which inherently can’t center or they don’t have enough torque to pull the wheels back to center. All I want is an inexpensive reliable servo for 1/10 scale RC’s. Recently I’ve been using Annimous 20kg servos which cost less than $20. Traxxas servos also have repair kits available. I haven’t seen that for competing brands. That means if you ruin your $60 servo, you’ll have to replace the whole thing instead of buying a repair kit for $4. Unfortunately it’s plastic gears which is why I’m always on the lookout for something better. I’m not spending $60 on a servo for a $150 vehicle. The Xmaxx needs something more expensive and powerful but for normal 1/10 RC’s there’s got to be something decent in the $10 range. I’m considering trying out a KS-3518. They are under $10. I just hope it centers.

[@adamhirerc78]

Power HD servo is good & not pricey

[@MrBladebloke]

It’s been 2 years. How well did this servo last? Love the channel, your a top bloke Steve!

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Hey mate, still going strong. No issues to be honest. Thanks for watching 😊

[@STEVOD313]

Great info Steve! Nicely done,that servo looks awesome I just ordered a jx servo for my traxxas UDR it’s just over 300oz n was only like $20 or so. I like the black servo u went with I may need that one also I can always find a rc to put it in👍👍👊👊📹📹

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks Steve, Yeah it is a great servo especially for the price

[@PeterWeber]

Thanks for testing this servo, wanted to buy it, good video!!!

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks Peter

[@stevefrench3564]

ty for the video. finally got one

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

No worries, thanks for watching

[@VikingDudee]

I just bought the traxxas 2085x servo for my Maxx, Didn't even know they made this bracket. I got a spare xmaxx servo saver spring I wont need to use lol.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

👍

[@Tomberland84]

I've ordered the same servo last week. I also ordered the standard size adapter plate from Aliexpress, in aluminum. I was a little more than the stock plastic one from Traxxas, but it won't flex as much. I'm keeping the rest of the X-Maxx plastic to keep the weight down. But in the steering department I think less flex is better.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Sweet bro

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Steve your getting really good with your video editing. Good servo upgrade. Just need to get a XMAXX Now lol. 👍🤘😁

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks man, appreciate your support and glad you like it

[@midnightrcclub9046]

I put a max 5 in my xmaxx got almost 10mph more . Then I put badlands on now the its having a hard time going back to center, before replacing it I'm going to turn up the voltage on the bec. Thank you for the upload now I have the part # for the adapter just have to decide what servo to get

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

You're welcome bro

[@Nisse977]

Can you up the voltage when using stock receiver or do you use other receiver that can take higher voltage then 6v?

[@midnightrcclub9046]

@@Nisse977 thats a good question ,I know some guys run voltage regulators or external bec with the bec you can up the voltage on any esc .I'm going to use a voltage regulator .I am still learning about this stuff

[@allennickles3970]

I wonder whats the difference vs the 7146 to the 7346 besides a millimeter or two in case size? The 7146 is $65 dollars and the 7346 is $49.99 on Bangood. Both are labeled 46kg servos?..Gearbest is sold out!😀

[@vinniemartinez6125]

Are those supposed to better then the Traxxas metal gear servo? Please let me know. I'm in the process of changing out my broken servo in my Xmaxx right now. Today actually. But if you say the servo are better your showing then ill buy those instead.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah man, totally

[@mitchen92c46]

Notification Squad where you at

[@onemansvideos2134]

Look at all those kraken parts lol....great video by the way

[@onewheelobsessed7636]

Can you send the link for the horn?

[@blakeforrest9600]

hey mate, how did this go in the long run?

[@nofreerides7033]

So I believe the stock receiver maxes out at 6 volts ?? Are you running with stock receiver ???

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

I am running the flysky noble

[@hawx1987]

MKS x6 is one which make a goodlike driving

[@droniedave7664]

Drive shaft gear get stuck? Hate when that happens.

[@josepherickson7618]

Awesome video

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks man

[@juanmarichal263]

Awesome video, ¿what servo horn you use at last?, ¿the stock servo horn fits in JX servo 46kg?, I have one of this servos and it's outstanding.

[@giostealthr1]

Nice video

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Cheers bro

[@carsgenixs]

Is the coreless version of the JX BLS HV7146MG good?

[@SPEED-7]

Hi nice servo vid upgrade,anyway did u change to a new servo horn?that the previous came loose?

[@Jblxtr]

I got same parts and the servo Didint work it needs a bec

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Really? Weird

[@Jblxtr]

I saw the problem it was the esc and it blew whole car

[@rcclan]

Hi was looking at doing what you did with same servo how did it compare to the traxxas x upgrade servo cheers pal good video to

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Much better in my opinion then the Traxxas servo. Still going strong, no issues with it.

[@rcclan]

@@RCTanksTrucks247 thanks for getting back to me much appreciated m8 also is it on stock esc or

[@wissamal-shakargi1652]

Hi is it waterproof and whats the differens with the 180 degrees and the otherone ?

[@RenderElectric]

No concerns about it not being waterproof?

[@johnparamore5125]

So I swapped to a Savox servo and my steering is also backward now. How or did you remedy this ? And it also slowly creeps to one side like it's constantly engaged slightly??

[@zoomzoomtoys131]

How is this servo holding up? I am thinking of buying one for my Savage XL.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

No worries so far. I another one for the UDR

[@BigCheese85]

Good video. My stock servo is about to die

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Much appreciated bro 👍

[@TruDruChocolateMilk]

Put in a max 6 it does 8s well and fits well

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah I heard that but I already have the max5 :)

[@TruDruChocolateMilk]

Oh that make sense

[@Sheldinator]

hi buddy, how did you fit the link with the standard servo horn? the part that i came to see how you did and you didnt explain it. would like to see how it was holding for you because the traxxas horn had to ends to screw into.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Did you get it installed?

[@Sheldinator]

Not yet​@@RCTanksTrucks247

[@sd_rcfanatic157]

I want one for my UDR but when I looked at the spec and it’s says 54mm length while UDR has 40mm in order to fit.

[@coreykurtz1404]

How do you reverse the servo with the stock transmitter manually with out the Bluetooth

[@1peanut]

TRAXXAS

[@jlrcmultirotors7288]

Nice video👍

[@gemeindepinneberg8473]

whats screw are you using to put the stearing rod to the servo horn?

[@foreverred876]

was going to order one as my 2085x has blown AGAIN lol i have the standard 8s esc, would i need a bec with this servo?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Nah I don't have one. Should be OK

[@Nisse977]

Thanks for that video! I have the X-Maxx 8S and after just a couple of charges I like to swap out that stock servo for another one, stronger and quicker, the stock one I find to slow/weak. I was looking at HV7146MG yesterday, then today I found your video :) I guess the servohorn from "Memory" was good and did not need any trimming to fit? Do you have a link to that horn?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks mate. It is a great upgrade. Still going strong. Sorry don't have a link.

[@Nisse977]

@@RCTanksTrucks247 Yesterday I did install this servo in my X-Maxx, but I was very disapointed, it felt weaker than the stock 2085 servo.. it did have the same or a little bit quicker feel to it. But honestly I think my servo must be faulty or something. It does not look as strong or quick as yours did in this video.

[@Todd_G_FPV]

@@Nisse977 is your bec on 6 or 7.4 volts?

[@Nisse977]

@@Todd_G_FPV 6v is the voltage I can use, and the new servo was supposed to be both quicker and stronger even at 6v according to specs. But I did thow it out and swapped for a Traxxas 2085X instead. That I can feel is stronger.

[@Todd_G_FPV]

@@Nisse977 nice, I've been debating on which servo to put in my xmaxx as well. How long have u had the 2085x?

[@nivs1978]

hot does this servo holds out so far, can you feel the difference between the 2085X and this not much information about servo upgrade out there.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

So far so good. The 6s xmaxx which I have doesn't have that servo

[@tylerjones5910]

Does this plug right into the stock xmaxx with no ads and running max6

[@BassHopesAndDreams]

can u run a hv servo without a external bec

[@jaseduar]

Do you have a link to buy a the servo horn that I would need?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Sorry no

[@elicopter_go_brr]

Does the servo horn that comes with the jx servo fit in?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Not sure, sorry

[@FredericMauroy]

Hi and thanks for your videos. Always enjoyable and informative. In this one, you tell that you ended up having to change the servo horn. What did you use in the end? I did the same, using a nearly identical servo horn, and it stayed in place only for a couple minutes. I also tried using the original servo horn (the one that fits into the bearing), using an adapter from a Traxxas 1844 servo saver, but it survived less than a minute (little nylon piece). My last option seems to be to buy a horn with a longer neck. What would you recommend? Thanks a ton!

[@NimaShayesteh]

Hi, I too am looking for an aluminum servo horn that fits the smaller diameter servo spline. What did you end up doing? TIA

[@JasonBRZIl]

Where can I buy the adapter I can’t find anywhere....

[@thebrokenaxle1515]

How has this held up for you after a year?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Stll going strong mate. No issues

[@thebrokenaxle1515]

@@RCTanksTrucks247 thanks for the reply! I'm on my 3rd traxxas servo, one was the 2085 that lasted about 20 minutes on the first day out, the second was the X version that lasted about a year plus. That's awesome that a 1/10 can handle such a heavy truck!

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah man, it's built well and can handle huge torque. Traxxas stock ones are a lucky dip.

[@spencerstewart8807]

Did you end up changing to a different servo horn?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah from memory

[@Leonardo-zk3kl]

How's the servo holding up?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Solid, no issues so far

[@Leonardo-zk3kl]

@@RCTanksTrucks247 i bought the reefs triple 5 and standard servo adapter but the chassis on the xmaxx won't close all the way. Don't know what gives.... also ordered a reefs servo arm because the plastic ones that come with it just won't do for this xmaxx

[@roxby4x490]

How did the servo hold up

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Still going strong mate

[@roxby4x490]

@@RCTanksTrucks247 nice cheers

[@pinlock4331]

You replaced servo horn?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah from memory

[@dingleberry657]

Argh,I'm ah Swashbucklin Pirate Argh!

[@marcuseiynk6220]

What servo horn did you switch to?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Sorry man, not sure

[@SomeRandomIrishGuy]

New Doug

[@motorcity429]

Friends don't let friends put Mickey mouse servos and their X-Max. It's not safe because such a small servo such a big vehicle when it fails hopefully doesn't hit nobody

[@rcbashbrothers9839]

Still holding up?

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah no issues. 10x better then the stock servo

[@williamoleary9330]

This is all BS money making scheme my traxxas Bought a brand new xmaxx & the servo crapped out after a several runs For $900 plus what another what $600 in batteries & a charger this truck should have metal gears in the servo Not a happy Traxxas guy who has 7 traxxas trucks

[@joshc6080]

I agree.

[@t2nate137]

First lest a go

[@TylerSL92]

that servo adapter is JUNK. I replaced the servo in my XRT with the traxxas adapter and a AFG servo. It sat in there loose and kind of wiggled around 2-3mm. So much so the servo adapter would dislodge itself and fall further into the chassis. I ran the screws down so tight it pancaked and split the screw posts on the chassis. Ordered a new XRT chassis and installed the adapter into it, same thing.... Ordered a GPM aluminum adapter and am waiting for it to come in. Terrible design for traxxas to have it mount in 3 points instead of 4 and also its not a full circle/eyelett its like a little ear that just sandwiches inbetween the plastic chassis screw post and the metal on the screw.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Thanks for watching mate 👍

[@BasBoyRC]

Why do these companies do these silly size parts.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

It's actually not really bad. It is cheap and easy to use. Plus there are so many servos to choose from at the regular size

[@williamoleary9330]

Traxxas doesn’t disclose the torque specs on the 2085x because it’s an embarrassment.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah, not sure man

[@williamoleary9330]

Oh I am absolutely sure why they don’t. I’m going to give the Reefs RAW500 a go and hopefully I don’t have to deal with servo issues for a very long time. Thanks again.@@RCTanksTrucks247

[@williamoleary9330]

The stock servo and the 2085x for the Xmaxx are absolute trash. Don’t waste your money on the 2085x.

[@RCTanksTrucks247]

Yeah there are much better options

[@Slacking02]

Eewww

[@marcoscimbom]

Jx ones are very very overrated servos unfortunatelly. This is old video, u probably didn't like the servo.😊

[@DashzRight]

How are they overrated? I have been using one in a 1/5 scale GAS car for 2 years now, it is perfectly fine. And it was 25$

[@marcoscimbom]

@@DashzRight specs.