"Wet n' Wild"" TRAXXAS XRT 8s vs ARRMA Kraton 8s EXB

Big dogs with big power. The storms passed and it was time to get wet and loose. Two upgraded beasts go head to head. So far the M2C prototype XRT bell crank is doing Killer!!! Finally finished a run with steering.

[@averylooper5534]

After lots of testing and research I think we finally got a winner on the hardness for the M2CHDP ! Thanks for all your hard work awesome bash!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Avery 😜. Man it felt awesome to finally finish a run with the steering intact 😱!!! Appreciate all your hard work with this must have upgrade 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@tomtracks3007]

Amazing setup Rich and excellent bash session as always, this was just the video I needed comparing them both. I love your videos because it explains everything in terms of upgrades for each rig including their weak points. Well done, appreciate you taking the time. Have a great week brother and god bless 👊🙏 💪😎💯❤️🍻

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Tom 😜. Been wanting to get these biggins out together for weeks, just had to get a break in the weather 😍. The XRT is staying together thanks to M2C and their wizardry 👌. Felt awesome to get Big Girl back out and try the taller front geometry. Hope you also have a great week and God bless Brother 🙏🍻😎💪👊👊

[@StoneFPV-]

Bad ass video as always! I’m amazed how well you guys do lining up the ramp at those speeds.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Jeremy 🤗. It's pretty challenging to get lined up right. Becomes very dicey on full throttle if anything is even a little bit off 😂

[@droningharry]

Good to see you again! I'm glad you and your family are safe and well. I hope your home survived with no problems. What a series of storms man the weather is just out of control everywhere these days. The XRT with the mods is really awesome seems like one tough RC and the Kraton is looking great. Well I hope everything dries out soon and you can get back to normal, whatever that may be.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Harry 🤗. Our house had a few problems during the torrential rains. Had to dig a trench in my side yard out to the front and our storm drain backed up flooding our court 👀. We lifted the manhole cover to get water draining and it eventually cleared thank goodness. Water was far up our driveway 👀. The XRT is definitely coming together now. The King Kraton felt awesome with the taller front shocks 😍

[@omega_rc]

Hey Brotha so happy to see the OG king basher back! Awesome bash can’t wait for the next one 🤙🤙🤙

[@phillybrc]

Wicked bash Rich, great to see you back out! IT S DAMN WET THERE!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. If felt awesome to get back out again. It rained like mad here for days 👀. So stoked the sun is back 😱

[@underarockandstuff]

Great video! Thanks for breaking your things for our pleasure! Some great footage for sure, seriously putting them to the test. I dont think a person can go wrong with either of these trucks. 🤙

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother 🤗. Both of these rigs have serious potential 😍. The K8s EXB is my favorite, but I'm impressed with the XRT. It's agile and fast as heck with the right setup. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@underarockandstuff]

@@richduperbash2966 I think I have to agree with you,it has soul.

[@matthewbrantley9741]

Awesome run rich! Hope the bellcranks work out, I've broke a couple myself can't wait for your next video.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Mathew 👊. The stock bell crank is such a pain in the ass 😝. So far this material is doing great!!! 🍻

[@AldoLoyal]

Awesome rip with both trucks. Nice to see you getting out again. Hope the weather holds for you so you’re able to get back out soon the M2C Bell Crank seems to be holding up well and is definitely a much-needed upgrade. Happy bashing, my brother Rich from the wet state of California😂🚀💪💪🤘😎

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜. Felt awesome to finally get out again 😱. It was cold AF with a wind chill, but the XRT finished with steering for the first time. I'm thinking this HDP is perfect for the bellcrank 👌. We've got sun in the forecast and should reach the 60's soon. Really appreciate it Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@StevenYDG69]

Oh man. The video we've been waiting for! I love love my XRT to bash kinda every day grab it and go. My EXB K8 and Outcast 8s I feel like they need way more routine maintenance, which I'm totally fine with! The ridiculous power the Arrma trucks will hold and the air you can get with them makes it worth the extra work with them 🤘

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Yeah it's awesome having all 3 rigs . The XRT is durable with a few upgrades and handles great.. Definitely easier on the back to load up 😂. The 8s ARRMA's do need more attention. There's certain hardware bits that tend to loosen with the heavyweights, but definitely worth the crazy power, air time, and overall capability 😍

[@humblebeast7232]

good to see you back my brother...praying all is well with all the storms in your area...the puppeteer is back!👊🔥🔥 stay safe my brother along with your loved ones🙏

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother 🤗. Very grateful our house didn't flood. The amount of rain and wind was too much and proved deadly for several people in our immediate area 😢. Truly appreciate it. 🍻

[@humblebeast7232]

@Rich Duperbash hey rich you think you can provide me with some info about being able to put a max6 1100kv combo in a outcast 8s not going to jump it just some street,grass,dirt rips nothing else qith a28t pinion maybe stock spur or 39t spur i have both?

[@richduperbash2966]

@@humblebeast7232 yes indeed 🤗. Should do just fine. I think the 1100 5687 is kinda small for the Kraton, but works fine with the O8s and stock Backflips. Just don't tax it with heavier wheels for too long. It can get too hot in the summer. The Max5 provides better top performance, but Max6 does very well.

[@humblebeast7232]

@Rich Duperbash thanks so much brother...had this truck and set up for months and haven't opened it...I'll give it a try for sure...thx again grand puppeteer of rigs the G.O.A.T🍻💪🏽🤙🏼

[@Naginc]

Rich awesome bash bro! Great video!

[@FarmerFpv]

SO sick man! Dog wanted a piece of that rubber. 😂 The people at the dog park next to where I run my RCs are always excited when I show up as they let the dogs chase my XMAXX and get tired out and sleep all night. The huskies can go for 3 battery packs of running before they slow down a bit. Insane stamina, lol.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!! Love how the dogs get fired up 😂. I've had my tires chewed on before like a rubber Kong toy from the pet store 😱. Can't blame them. Our 4 legged buddies do the funniest stuff. Huskies are such a beautiful breed. My Dad's use to chase black bear into the woods. Dog had zero fear and extreme loyalty 😍. He was so affectionate and protective of kids too.

[@WestOzRC]

Great bash sesh brother Rich. Good to see the weather is finally clearing but those lakes man 🤣. Bell crank seems to a huge upgrade and doing very well, another great M2C part👌🏼. That busted tyre man, looked like a crazy goats tongue 😂. Great vid brother. 😎👊🏼💪🏼

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Dave 😜. The amount of rain and high winds we got was ridiculous. Hadn't had any dry days off work since atleast Christmas 😂. So stoked about sorting the bell crank 😱. Getting through a run without breakage is a first. Huge props to M2C. Next time I'll remember to pack my spare wheels 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@scottssrrc1900]

As always killer bash brother. I have been waiting for you to post another video, I know your weather has been horrible. Looks like M2C has came through again. To myself they are second to none when figuring out the solution to these problems. Will be interesting to see if the bell crank still holds strong with your next beat down. Can't wait to purchase one.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Scott 😜. I'd been chopping at the bit to finally get back out. The storms were absolutely nasty. We had periods of torrential rain and crazy high winds 👀. Lots of flooding and downed trees. So stoked Mitch and Avery are working with flexible materials!!! This new bell crank is working flawlessly 👌. Hopefully get back out again in the next couple days. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@trinidadtobago81]

That was awesome XRT seemed to be way more dynamic and exciting great bash

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. The XRT is definitely a fun large scale 😱. She did end up with a cracked top plate and rear upper bulkhead, but took a hammering and was still going strong thanks to the bell crank solution 😍

[@TpPartsRcXtreme]

What a perfect end on ma first workday brother Rich, darn they both look so good🤗🤗. Im on ma 5th 🛎crank, the stuff should arrive this week if im lucky🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Thomas 😍. Almost a month with no bashing. Felt awesome to pull the trigger again 🙀. This was my first run without busting the crap bellcrank or having to stop early. Hope your package drops soon Brother. Such a frustrating weak spot. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

[@CommanderAstigRC]

Another EPIC session Bro Rich! Big boy Beasts brings in Big laughs and tons of Fun LoL 🤣. M2C belcrank survived! Hooray!! Killer work by Mitch and Avery. XRTurd looks real good out there man. Killer sends as always. Brutal ramp shaver took out the Xmaxx arm was nuts 😱😂. Good to see Big Girl Kraton what it does Best. Another awesome upload brother

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Chris 😜. The cold took a backseat to the laughs and fun out there 😱😂. Felt so AWESOME after almost a full month of storms and no bashing. XRT finally finished a run thanks to Mitch and Avery 😍. Big Girl was hammering out there 👀. What a Beast!!!! Can't wait to get back out with blue skies. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

[@Z17xMachine]

Gonna start calling you Rock Bath Rich! Sweet vid. All those parts definitely make a difference on both machines.

[@richduperbash2966]

LMAO 😂. Glad we're finally drying out here in California 🙏. No question the upgrades make a huge difference. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@suncityrc915]

I have both XRT &👑 Kraton and love them both, but even though the King is heavier in my opinion, it still holds the crown 👑 ☝️🏆💯🔥💥🚀 Like Always...✅️ Amazing Vid Brother Rich..📽👌👏👍💯

[@Antmanlv]

Beautiful run my man.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Tee 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@drroomba5045]

Awesome work

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 🤗

[@blacksheeprc8113]

Welcome back brother I hope all is well great bashing

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Glad to see the sun out again 😍. Hopefully bash the Fireteams tomorrow with my son Andrew 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@BarstoneRC]

That is definitely the most amount of water I’ve ever seen in one of your videos lol but great run with the two big girls buddy !!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother David 😜. Yeah it's been awhile since things got wet like this 😱😂. Such a Killer fun time though. Really appreciate it. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@captaincouldverc]

Bro those storms were long and heavy here Solano. Got house repairs to do, but it's all simple stuff. So nice the heavy weather has cleared up. Nice to see you getting the heavyweights out. They sure sound brutal when they land buddy.

[@richduperbash2966]

No joke about the storms 👀. Our storm drain backed up and water flooded our court. Thank goodness it cleared before reaching the house. So glad we're getting blue skies again 🙏. Getting the heavyweights out was a Blast 😍. Hope your repairs go well. We had a pipe burst behind the shower so I'm living home repairs too 😂

[@henningkristensen7446]

Love your K8, you drive it best 🤩 I always copy your setup/tuning😅(K6, Krajave, O8(m2c crusher), K8, Xmaxx), and it's perfect. Thank you😊 maybe XRT is my next project🤔

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Henning 😜. You have an awesome collection Brother 😍. The Crusher is such a perfect Beast!!! The XRT is definitely fast and fun with the right setup. Very agile for her size. It's got some weak points, but Traxxas did a good job with the engineering overall. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@rcstringuss]

Nice bro👍🏻👊🏻 A good idea to use the outcast front tower and shocks 😉 Great bash🚀 many greetings from snowy bavaria🥶✌🏻

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜. Yeah it puts the shock angle more upright too. Less chance to bend shafts. So far I'm digging it 🍻

[@RedPill.Action]

For the King Kraton Does the 1mil diff fluid in the front help transfer and keep more power to the rear? I just did my diffs as well and put 500k in the front. Kept 20mil in the center and 100k in the rear. Have yet to try it out

[@jaymitchrc]

Great bash!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Happy bashing as always Jay 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@joshherrman3201]

Good to see you back out Rich! How do you clean your cars up when your done? Mine got so muddy last weekend I had to take the hose to it.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Josh 🤗. Felt awesome to finally get a bash in 😍. I rinse my rigs down with a garden sprayer, then spray 50/50 mix of Simple Green and water, rinse clean after several minutes, use my shop blower and air compress dry, then hit all the bearings and hinge pins with WD-40 Silicone spray. 🍻

[@williamnutting9369]

Hey Rich how you doin buddy? Do you have the m2c wide kit on your xrt also or is it just the hex extenders i think you said? Just curious. That sucks on the bell crank on the xrt but i know you and all the other testers that use m2c want to get it perfect before they put it into production. Im waiting on m2c bc i dont want a full metal vitavon bell crank on the xrt and have to worry about it breaking something else. Also what do you reccomend for a servo horn on the xrt? I have a powerhobbies 729mbl and thinking about getting another but before i pull the trigger on it i wanted to ask around and see what other servo options were usable for the xrt along with a better horn for it. Thanks for you're time my friend. I hope you have better weather out there to bash in soon.

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey William 🤗. Doing better now that the crazy storms have passed 😂. Was starting to go stir crazy inside. Yes, I'm running the M2C +15mm extended axels and their 24mm hexes. Makes for an awesome wide stance that works perfectly with the 8s Backflips 😍. Not certain, but I believe the Hot Racing XMaxx servo horn will fit just fine on the XRT. They share the same part #. I totally agree with the bellcrank. All alloy isn't horrible, but it's not ideal either. M2C has nailed it with this new design. Testing should be wrapped up soon. My guess is the next few days. Truly appreciate your comment Brother!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@williamnutting9369]

@@richduperbash2966 i wasnt planning on putting the m2c wide kit and hexes on my xrt was gonna put them on my X-Maxx and turn my xrt into a speedster but im highly considering getting a second xrt so i can bash it too with some of the same parts i have on my x-maxx. My wife might not like the idea tho lol. And thank you for the hot racing servo horn option. I like the powerhobbies servo on the X-Maxx. My first rc since i was 15 i got last year and it was a kraton 6s blx. I wish i would have done more research bc i didnt realize kratons take so much more add ons to make them what many traxxas already are out of the box as far as durability. There are a few arrma i like tho. And no worries on taking yalls time on getting the m2c xrt bell crank just right. Perfection takes time and you and the other testers are the gears behind Mitch and Avery bro. Yall are the ones that give them the input they need to make the awesome stuff they do. So thank you to the m2c crew and all you awesome testers for what you do. You guys really help make the m2c brand what it is. And its why many many many of us in the rc community wont buy vitavon or wfo if m2c has it. So again brotha thank you. I hope this finds you and yours well my friend.

[@lonewolf6169]

If he’s dead, is dead!! savage mode my bro! really enjoyed king kraton vs nemesis xrt

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜

[@chadbiermann3380]

Great bash!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Chad 🤗

[@bashaz8559]

Great idea to replace front with outcast tower and shocks, how does it feel, improved? I keep enjoying your vids so much, thanks !

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks my friend 🤗. I dig the extra travel and steeper shock angle up front. The handling is great and so is the turning, jumping, and overall ride. 🍻

[@Facts-R-Real]

Ok finally. My spur shaft was a bit wobbly too. I called Traxxas and they were like “o really..::? O it is probably tolerance”. I was like WHAT!! lol.

[@richduperbash2966]

LMAO 😂

[@babyc206]

The XRT definitely tickled you the whole time you used it especially at 7:50. Thanks for the comparison, I know what I’m going with!

[@Anthony84247]

Lol 😂he said that’s a good tickle

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah it felt awesome to bash after almost a month off due to crappy weather 🤗. She's fun with the right setup 🍻

[@Avankaurparmar]

Hey rich question for u have you broken any of the pins off the cvd on your kraton or outcast 8s with the overkill driveshafts. I know the axles are strong I'm more worried about the pins because with vitavon you can change out that pin only. Please let me know ur thoughts thanks

[@richduperbash2966]

I haven't busted any pins since going with the Overkill driveshafts 😍. M2C uses tool hardened steel. I had busted several of the stockers though 😱. Especially after going with a big power set-up and heavier wheels. The Beefcake and Overkill driveshafts have both done awesome Paul 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@supay25]

man your videos are all hits! Quick question on the K8s are you running stock diffs?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 👊. I'm running silicone ear plugs in the center (Rite aid brand premium soft, 1 million front and 500k rear. Gotta pack the Silicone plugs carefully and don't overfill. Leave space for the planetary gear so the case closes completely and gears mate 👍

[@klngzgh0st355]

Hey rich quick question, I’m about to get one of the EXB haven’t made my mind of yet lol if I buy one can It sit in the box for a while until I get the parts for it or does it need to have the parts installed right way and ran. I know some things have a “self life”. just wondering?

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey Brother 🤗. You can let your rig sit as long as you want before building it up. Just keep it stored in a dry area. Lots of guys do exactly that. They'll buy a rig during the cold season and take their time building as they decide on electronics and other bits. 🍻

[@havenowen3994]

Hey I love your videos, do you care if I ask what you would recommend between the traxxas Maxx v2 or the arrma Kraton 6s?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Haven 🤗. I'd say the Kraton 6s without hesitation. It handles 100% better and is more truck for the money. Far more capable and way faster with a plethora of upgrade and tuning options. 🍻

[@devooutdoors5661]

Ive been out of the hobby for a while now and my son loves rc trucks so I got him a rustler and now I’ve been looking at both of these trucks lately for myself. Witch one do you think is more durable? Or The Kraton rtr 1/8 scale? it’s cheaper but the parts look cheaper too. I mostly want to rip around the yard and hit some jumps

[@richduperbash2966]

I love these 1/6 scale Beasts, but they require more space to truly enjoy safely and to their potential. Both have impressive durability overall. The 1/8 Kraton 6s is a must have in my mind 😍. Such an awesome all around basher. The 1/10 and 1/8 rigs can typically take more abuse being smaller and lighter. Unless you have a monster sized yard (or land), the K6s would be a better option. Great rig to jump back into the hobby with and tons of aftermarket parts available. 🍻

[@rccrazy]

Awesome man🤘

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Felt great to get out and finally see blue skies again😍

[@rccrazy]

@Rich Duperbash I bet, still looks a bit chilly though🥶 Stay warm over there man👊

[@LaserUnicorn_racing]

Nice !

[@blueseventhree]

Hey Rich! I was hoping you might have an opinion on if a Xrt or Sledge is a more durable basher. I’m not near as hardcore as you are, but give my rigs a good pounding on our mx track. A few upgrades aren’t a big deal, I just don’t want to be constantly breaking it. I’m having a hard time deciding, and thought you might have some insight.

[@richduperbash2966]

I'd lean towards the XRT personally. It's far bigger and probably better suited for the MX track. The Sledge is pretty tough once you upgrade the chassis and motor mount. The stock motor mount is basically junk and will destroy gears from flex, poor design, and materials. Both trucks have considerable potential, but the Sledge requires more to make durable from what I've experienced. The XRT really only needs a better spur gear/pinion, wing mount support (GarageLife RC), and a stronger bell crank. Both are pricey options, but I think the XRT is more fun and a better value in the end. 🍻

[@therccelebrityspeedfresh5393]

Oh yeah XRT is haunting the kraton EXB and I got my XRT last week

[@boxinggloves6834]

hey dude from what Ive seen xrt is a bit better on a flat surface and the stering is faster than xmaxx but is it a chance to push xmaxx to the same level of steerability but keeping the higher clearance of chassis for more difficult terrain?? which one would you take if got one choice?

[@richduperbash2966]

The XRT handles 100% better in my opinion. The bulkheads sit only slightly higher on the XMaxx. The XRT has a big strength advantage with the flat style chassis. If I had to choose, my preference would be the XRT. For pure monster truck stunting, the XMaxx is better, but it rolls easily and bounces about way more. Both are fantastic fun. Really boils down to preference. 🍻

[@boxinggloves6834]

@@richduperbash2966 that's what I thought 🤔 will have to buy two then 😅 thanks for respond mate. 🤘🤙

[@brentbocchetti4666]

how do the badlands handle the 840/max5 power? I've been running the six packs, but I've always liked the badlands I just wasn't sure if they'd would balloon too easily with that set up and 34/34 gearing

[@richduperbash2966]

I think the Proline Badlands handle big power just fine. They're just too heavy for my taste. The dboots Backflips do fine so long as they're vented and the glue beads are maintained. 🍻

[@GreatLakesRC]

Awesome to see you be able to get out for a rip Rich! You guys have been getting flooded out there 👀

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Aaron 😜. Yeah the amount of back to back storm systems was ridiculous. We had a few torrential rains. So happy to see blue skies again!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Toys4Life]

Great vid as usual! If you could only have one for the rest of your life. Kraton 6s, 8s, Xmaxx?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you my friend 🤗. I'd probably pick the Kraton 6s. Such a versatile all around basher 😍

[@Toys4Life]

@@richduperbash2966 Appreciate your feedback sir!!

[@the-original-ghost]

Big air never disappoints me with his videos. I get Traxxas deserves its props,but if you want to bash it’s Arrma all day.Once again you have inspired me to go out in rain to bash the 1/5 Outcast.Ill say it again Rich aka Big air is the bashing “GOAT”.Great video bro.

[@fartdonkey8290]

Nah

[@randys-rc]

Do you think when it turns under acceleration it's the diff or the servo? I have a truck doing it right now. Great rip glad to see you back!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. I think the servo is having difficulty holding center because it's moving slightly with the busted servo tabs. The excess front ballooning on full throttle should be mitigated with Silicone ear plugs in the center. Everything else with the steering is working, just difficult to hold a tight line with full speed ramp hits 😱.

[@randys-rc]

@Rich Duperbash especially with the big trucks. That ramp looked skinny compared to the truck lol.

[@richduperbash2966]

@@randys-rc no doubt Brother 😂. Wish it was wider, but I can't fit anything bigger in the van.

[@GeeboysProductions]

This looks like right off Twelve Bridges. Do you still go around here? Do you have any good bashing spots around Rocklin, Lincoln, or Roseville you can recommend?

[@mareewalker1096]

Am I wrong or does the traxxas spin wonky when doing backflips! The kraton is more balanced in air and backfliping! Sometimes a bit more weight helps especially if there is wind!! The xrt is a great truck but I still think kraton 4s 6s and 8s are the way! Just my opinion! With traxxas 300 dollars more exspensive you put that 300 into upgrades on kraton then it's night and day! Thanks rich Glenn from baddazz garage! Have not spoken in a long time your channel has really grown! God bless duperbash family🙏❤

[@BeautyBeastRC]

Awesome bash! do you mind linking to those XRT springs? Thanks!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Man I think I got my wires crossed. Upgraded my XMaxx and Sledge with VG Racing springs, not the XRT 👀. I'll link you to their website though.www.vgracing.com/

[@BeautyBeastRC]

@@richduperbash2966 haha np man and thanks!

[@Avankaurparmar]

Hey rich I saw ur other video u broke the chassis and upper brace try vitavon upper brace it hardens that front end up and makes it way more tight especially with your new bellcranck.

[@joshbalding2349]

How do you like the VG racing springs? I just put them on my v4 6s kraton but haven't tested them yet.

[@richduperbash2966]

I'm definitely a fan of the VG springs Josh 🤗. I had a brain fade though I'm running them on my XMaxx and Sledge, not the XRT 😂. I'll probably try them on the K6s sometime as well. 😎💪👊👊

[@joshbalding2349]

@@richduperbash2966 awesome! It's winter and cold here in Wisconsin. I'll probably wait until it's warmer to get back to bashing. The cold temperature breaks alot of plastic. Lol 😆

[@richduperbash2966]

@@joshbalding2349 I don't blame you one bit Brother. 🍻

[@Pablo668]

That was pretty cool. I'm not sure why but the Kraton looked a tad more planted than thre XRT.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Yes, the Kraton is far more planted. She's heavier with big power and can take insane punishment. Definitely my favorite, but enjoy them both 😜

[@rcunknown5303]

Hopefully our other bash spots to clear up soon. By next weekend with this dry weather hopefully we can get another group bash in. Be nice to have a big 1/5 scale bash 😁

[@richduperbash2966]

We're definitely hooking up again soon Brother 😱. Can't wait to get the Big girls out for an epic group session. Lots of good weather with warmer temps ahead. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@humblebeast7232]

hey brother rich would it be ok to put a max6 1100kv combo in a 8s outcast? not going to bash it hard at all with a 28t/29t pinion?

[@richduperbash2966]

Yes indeed Brother 👊. It will run smooth with good power. I ran my 1100 5687 with a Max5, but the Max6 still gets the job done. Just don't run huge wheels to keep the temps good.

[@humblebeast7232]

@@richduperbash2966 running the backflips

[@tommygunnz450]

Idk what's up with rpm lately, I've snapped 4 v5 rear arms going back to stock and def not running on my k8 like you said with the flex

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah I don't know Tom 🤔. Wish they tested their designs properly before mass production. The 8s arms were a failure. No droop screw area and ridiculous tension getting the pillow balls in and out 😂. The V5 arms need more meat at the back corner. Maybe some triangulation.

[@cuongdao323]

Very cool video in the fog

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Glad the weather has improved. I'm not a fan of the cold. 🍻

[@tonylamas8682]

🌪🌪🌪

[@toxicnerveYT]

Does the HobbyWing program card work with the Leopard?

[@richduperbash2966]

I think it does. Same program menu. I programmed mine manually with the set button. 🍻

[@toxicnerveYT]

@@richduperbash2966 Cheers Rich. Might look into getting one for my XRT.

[@darksunridah]

Rich I have a question. When you say you have half silicone earplug half 20 million weight in the center why do you still use the 20 miilion weight? I heard you say you had this setup in the RTR Kraton 8s and wanted to ask you. Don't the silicone earplugs lock the center diff making it not even be in use? If that is the case what's the point of still using the 20 million weight oil along with it? So in this EXB you just have silicone earplugs in the center diff with no 20 million weight diff oil? As usual I love this video 😂🤣

[@richduperbash2966]

Hey Brother 🤗. Silicone ear plugs don't lock the diff in these heavy Beasts 😍. It just slows down the diff action and rear to front power transfer. You can still turn the diff by hand with some leverage. I use to run a mix of 20mil and Silicone earplug. Over time, I tried straight ear plugs and it works better, especially once the diff heats up and the silicone softens during the run. The trick is packing the ear plug in carefully making certain to leave ample space for the planetary gear when closing up the diff. If the lid isn't fully seated, the gears won't mesh properly and the gears will get damaged. I can typically pack around 1.25 to 1.5 ear plugs into the ARRMA 8s diffs. My guess is Silicone ear plugs is around twice the firmness of 20mil. It definitely does a better job of mitigating ballooning and getting the power down 😍

[@darksunridah]

@@richduperbash2966 Awesome as usual thanks alot!

[@chaoticadventure]

Epic bro,when you gonna send the fireteam again?

[@richduperbash2966]

Hopefully Tuesday or Wednesday 😍. Just waiting for another day off work. My son Andrew is itching to bash his new FT too 🚀🚀

[@chaoticadventure]

@@richduperbash2966 hell yes! I took mine out in the snow and had a blast.

[@richduperbash2966]

@@chaoticadventure I'm hoping to get another snow bash soon. Need to scout some spots 😉

[@3SonsRC]

Killer runs here my friend.... Both fantastic rigs but if it were a vs I think the K8S takes this round.... Both are winners when M2Cified 😍 Awesomeness bro, glad you could finally get out there! See ya round

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!! We know there's only one King in the fleet 😍. Felt so awesome to finally get back out Dennis. We need the moisture, just not all at once for 3 weeks 👀. Can't wait to get back out with blue skies. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@lonewolf6169]

brotha!! is there a difference between 800kv and 780kv?? i need help bro! my rc came with 780kv and yesterday the motor us dead and is brand new vehicle!! i like to know the real difference between 780kv and 800kv

[@richduperbash2966]

You probably have a warranty claim if it's a brand new purchase 🤔. If the rotor still spins (isn't seized) my guess is the motor might be fine, could be an ESC or reciever problem. There isn't much difference between a 780 and 800kv motor assuming they're the same physical size. Hope you get the problem sorted my friend 🤗

[@lonewolf6169]

@@richduperbash2966 yeah bro! warranty!! waiting for new motor! Kraken vesla.5 is a beast brotha!

[@ShadeTree_RC]

love that xrt

[@richduperbash2966]

I'm digging her too 😁. Very light and agile for her size.

[@deontay79ify]

So u don’t think truck isn’t going straight/turning right cause that ridiculous amount of flex in belcrank🧐. Weird I’d assume that’s definitely the issue.

[@richduperbash2966]

Nope. The bellcrank only flexes during harsh impacts. My servo is no longer bolted to the chassis 😂. It's fudged into place until M2C makes a simple brace plate for it. Still running the crappy stock 2085 for now. My saver spring needed more tension and my center diff needs tuning with the extra power on harder throttle.

[@HH-zg8zm]

If I had that much space I would have bigger rc s nice bash.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 🤗. Yeah these rigs command bigger space. Such a rush opening them up 🍻

[@luisfontanez1770]

This stops being fun after the third control arm. It’s cool for content but if you drove not past it’s limits maybe people that are not rich my consider it. I started with a 170$ 1/14 buggy that is solidly built. Will your wheels hold if you jump it half as high as you doing today, like that your control arms are good for at least 500 hours? Theses cars should come with that data. Simple chip for the price.

[@bretzeletouffeur7401]

I hope the cameraman wear safety glasses :-)

[@richduperbash2966]

Most definitely Brother 👀. Absolute must with these rigs and flying gravel. 😎💪👊👊

[@asphaltlou]

I haven't bashed in a year and half..............😢😢

[@ma-t6949]

A year goes quick. Life can do that to ya, I’m right there with ya brother.

[@richduperbash2966]

@@ma-t6949 yes indeed Brother 🤗. Life gets hectic. RC is a great stress reliever when you can make time. Even just wrenching and tuning 😍