supersavage Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 I was toying with them but I thought I'd wait until I broke the plastic ones before getting them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 Just now, supersavage said: I was toying with them but I thought I'd wait until I broke the plastic ones before getting them. Yea definately. Theyre not cheap. I got lucky buying a very upgraded Roller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersavage Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 Toying with picking up a Max8 combo as I'm not sure about the stock electrics. Is it more or less a straight drop in or are there any parts that you need to fit it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 The motor is probably a good match to the vehicle, why not just change the ESC? A Hobbywing will give many more tuning options and should be more reliable. You'll recoup a decent chunk of change from selling the stock ESC. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 4 hours ago, supersavage said: Toying with picking up a Max8 combo as I'm not sure about the stock electrics. Is it more or less a straight drop in or are there any parts that you need to fit it? I agree with Tug, Id just get a Max 8 ESC and use the stock 2400kv motor. I run the Max 8 Combo as I had one to hand and brought my Maxx as a roller. Youll need an ESC mount, if you flick back a few pages youll see the one @Paul Busby printed me 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersavage Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 I'll probably go just the ESC route then as that sound like a better option, so I'll get that ordered once the other bits arrive. I think I got very bits lying around to make a plate but if not I'll get in touch with Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 Having a serious case of FOMO because of this thread! 😂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 1 hour ago, H1q said: Having a serious case of FOMO because of this thread! 😂 Try and find an upgraded used one would be my advice 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersavage Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 As above a good upgraded used one is the way to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 Thanks guys - I’ve set up my eBay search notifications. A seemingly factory standard maxx just went for £313 on eBay, but would pay a little more for one that has a few upgrades. I’m wedded to the idea of keeping my cars light (weight-wise) so I guess, wide kit and upgraded CVDs? I don’t have anything running 4S either so it should fit nicely in the collection. I’ll see how far that excuse gets me with the missus… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersavage Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 Got the Max 8 fitted and managed to replace a few bearings but don't have the time to do them all at the moment. So will probably be a winter project as the shocks and diffs need going over. I managed to give it a run with the Max 8 and on 4s and it's insane, I have no idea why anyone would want to run it on 6s as it must be pretty much undriveable lol. I do wonder if I might have go down a tooth or two on the pinion though as the motor felt a little on the toasty side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 On 24/08/2021 at 21:28, H1q said: A seemingly factory standard maxx just went for £313 on eBay, but would pay a little more for one that has a few upgrades. I’m wedded to the idea of keeping my cars light (weight-wise) so I guess, wide kit and upgraded CVDs? Thats an insanely good price!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 1 minute ago, Kpowell911 said: Thats an insanely good price!!! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Traxxas-maxx-4s-Widemaxx-/384332153152?hash=item597bfb4140%3Ag%3A9gYAAOSwGJlhGFUY&LH_ItemCondition=3000&nma=true&si=70ovvOvNr04KUyXLAtyrslI2Oog%3D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 This one...... Hmmm, This one is still for sale on Facebook, for £450, the feedback doesnt appear to great AND on top of that, I also agreed to buy a Summit off him on Monday, as I was in the area. We agreed a price, and a pick up time etc..... Then I asked for the Post Code and got not reply......? I then got a message saying a few days later saying 'sorry I forgot'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 14 minutes ago, Kpowell911 said: Thats an insanely good price!!! Yup. I’m kicking myself for not keeping an eye out for one earlier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 14 minutes ago, Kpowell911 said: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Traxxas-maxx-4s-Widemaxx-/384332153152?hash=item597bfb4140%3Ag%3A9gYAAOSwGJlhGFUY&LH_ItemCondition=3000&nma=true&si=70ovvOvNr04KUyXLAtyrslI2Oog%3D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 This one...... Hmmm, This one is still for sale on Facebook, for £450, the feedback doesnt appear to great AND on top of that, I also agreed to buy a Summit off him on Monday, as I was in the area. We agreed a price, and a pick up time etc..... Then I asked for the Post Code and got not reply......? I then got a message saying a few days later saying 'sorry I forgot'? Yeah, this is the one. Ah ok. Maybe he pulled out of the transaction on ebay then. FB marketplace is a pretty good shout too actually. Haven’t been on there for a while and you do get the odd deal or two. 👍🏽 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted August 28, 2021 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Needless to say, eBay alerts are pretty rubbish… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted August 28, 2021 Share Posted August 28, 2021 2 hours ago, H1q said: Needless to say, eBay alerts are pretty rubbish… Its Traxxas fault naming everything Maxx or Slash ….. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 Borrowed a Maxx from a friend for a bit. Has the wide maxx kit and metal CVDs. Otherwise stock. It’s a blast running 4S! I’ve not (yet) driven a more capable 1/10 scale car. It glides across fields effortlessly and pulls wheelies more easily than I thought it would. I agree with you guys - even with the wide maxx kit on, you get more rolls than at your local Greggs, but I reckon this would make a pretty epic basher. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Kpowell911 Posted September 4, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted September 4, 2021 On 03/09/2021 at 00:42, H1q said: Borrowed a Maxx from a friend for a bit. Has the wide maxx kit and metal CVDs. Otherwise stock. It’s a blast running 4S! I’ve not (yet) driven a more capable 1/10 scale car. It glides across fields effortlessly and pulls wheelies more easily than I thought it would. I agree with you guys - even with the wide maxx kit on, you get more rolls than at your local Greggs, but I reckon this would make a pretty epic basher. You know what, glide is probably the greatest word to describe it, I thought it was cause mine was running an 8th scale system, but it is such a smooth ride. Its hard to describe. Its still heavy for its size, and you cant beat physics. Today I came off worse, and my Mrs Rustler 4x4 was unscathed doing the same things, mainly cause theres less weight coming down….. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1q Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 @Kpowell911 that dirt track looks epic! Plus I love the colour combo you both have! 👍🏽👍🏽 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 1 hour ago, H1q said: @Kpowell911 that dirt track looks epic! Plus I love the colour combo you both have! 👍🏽👍🏽 Then I kinda ruined the colour scheme buying the red X Maxx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormbringer Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Glad you and Mrs had fun and that looks a great bash spot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 Ive ordered the stock bits to repair my front bulkhead, but toying with these…… https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VITAVON-CNC-redesign-front-bulkhead-for-Traxxas-MAXX-8920-aluminum-7075-Green-/283885742316?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VITAVON-CNC-Aluminum-redesign-Rear-bulkhead-for-Traxxas-MAXX-1-10-Green-color-/283944440795?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 However, its a HORRENDOUSLY expensive upgrade, and Im guessing will cause other breakages? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 (edited) I was never 100% happy with the steering on this, considering its all upgraded, and has a £116 servo. Decided to buy a set of bearings for the bellcranks with the bulkhead (Cheers Modelsport for the rapid post) Turns out the bearings in the Hot Racing Bellcrank Steering were fine, but there was one missing….. No idea if its something Ive done, or wasnt installed right by the previous owner either way, theyre replaced and the steering seems better. Bulkheads been swapped over, Id done a proper job of it! Kinda wish Id gone Vitavon, as it wasnt a very nice job changing it…. But ready to fight another day now Edited September 8, 2021 by Kpowell911 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 (edited) On 23/06/2021 at 09:49, Kpowell911 said: Really happy with how it looks. Just need the body shell plastics now 3 Months later.... The mounting kit come So can finally mount the shell and replace the blown tyres Thats finished for now. Eventually, I think Ill get the Green Vitavon Bulkheads but thats £300, which is absolutely bonkers, but hey Edited September 13, 2021 by Kpowell911 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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