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I'm loving mine too Kev 😜. Stoked with the beefy updates and new wheels 😍. Not sure on this chassis. Still think M2C 7075 is superior by design for extreme use 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

So far this chasis is holding strong I am a belive that the 6s exb chasis is just a stock one with exb written on it. It bends like a spoon in the matrix. Hope I continue to have good luck with the 8s exb chasis!

@@joelasher6281 lol you can measure the exb chassis definitely thicker more sturdy

You bet Brother Stephane 😜!!!! This stand is a back saver 100% 😍. Thanks for your great TEKJO gaskets 👌. They're all I use now. Really appreciate the kind words my friend. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Ray 🤗!!!! I usually ease into a newer rig, but this spot begs for big sends and another storm system was headed our way 😝. Dave and I both wanted to see her fly anyways 😂. Much appreciated Brother.🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so very much Brother 🤗. Had a Killer time out there with Dave and his XMaxx 😱🚀🚀. Really appreciate the kind words my friend. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Julian 👊. I try to be as objective as possible about breakages. They're just part of the hobby, like cleaning, doing proper maintenance, and checking fasteners. Any rig can be broken of course. Usually it's driver error or significant impact force. I just try to stay grounded with realistic expectations. If you're going to do huge jumps...etc... you're going to exceed reasonable limits at some point. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Roberto 🤗. Just has this Big girl out again yesterday. So addicting. You're absolutely right about the center diff. It's easy to overfill and not get the diff cover completely seated when tightening the screws down. Especially when using 20mil and/or Silicone ear plugs. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks Ian 🤗. These large scales are addicting, but take a heavier hand to wrench on. I'm pretty careful with how I lift and load her after tweaking my body more than once 😂. It's truly a thrill to Rip and send them though 😍. I'm amazed a truck this size can move so well and jump so far 😱🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother Avery 😜!!!! Had an absolute Blast sending her as far as I could 😱🤣🤣. No question M2C 7075 is the answer when you like to play rough 💪. Keep up the fantastic work!!! Super excited to see what you and Mitch come up with next 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Joel 😜. Congrats on your EXB Brother 😱. Great to hear you're loving yours. 😎💪👊👊

Heck yeah Brother Dave 😜!!!! Had an absolute Blast out there with you as always Bro 🤗. Big props for winging it with your brand new setup. She was looking nimble with the 1717 👊. Bummed I missed recording some of your huge airs when I was wrenching. You'll have her dialed in with the settings for sure. Appreciate your help with hammer time 😂. The EXB took a pummeling, but M2C beef is hard to beat. Definitely impressed with how the truck performed overall 👍. So grateful we could hook up again. Looking forward to the next session Brother!!!! 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! I'm very happy with this set-up 😍. Feels like she's geared right with plenty of power and perfect temps. Just need to tune the front and rear diffs.👌👌😎💪👊👊

Thanks so very much my Brother 🤗. I'm super impressed a 30lb rig can take this kind of punishment 👀. So happy I could get her fixed up and back bashing 😍. Truly appreciate it my friend!!!! 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

You bet Brother 😜!!!! Really appreciate the opportunity to test it out hopefully soon 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! I'm super impressed with it overall 👀. ARRMA definitely improved some key areas with this one. Hope all is well my friend!!!! 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brandon 😜. Much appreciated. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Roy 🤗. Much appreciated Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜. She took a pretty mean beating 👀. Our landing area was rock hard from recent tractor traffic too. She'll be getting some M2C 7075 T6 eventually. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 sweet, m2c tough😅🤘👍

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!! Really wish I'd gotten the Rigid stand sooner 😂. I've tweaked my back a few times wrenching on these 8s Beasts and even the smaller rigs all hunched over. Hope all is well with you also my friend 🤗👍👍😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 all is well bro thanks for asking . Stay safe and keep on bashing 🍻 ☺️👊😎

Thanks so much Adam 🤗. Really appreciate it Brother 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much dear Kimberly 😍. This first bash was fairly brutal. Lots of vertical airs with harsh flat and off angle landings. Very impressed with what ARRMA's done with this EXB 👀. We'll see how the chassis holds up long term. Accidents definitely do happen 😱🤣🤣. Excited to see your new EXB 6s build 😘😘😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother Aaron 😜!!!! Yeah I flogged on her pretty hard 😂. Had some sketchy sideways landers and high vertical drops on that lumpy hardpack 👀. The tires are Killer!!!! Stoked about the shocks and links too 💪. So happy ARRMA went with a direct fit 39T spur option 😍. The chassis will not tolerate this style of driving for long though 🤣. M2C is the only solution as I see it. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Harry 🤗. These BIG rigs are a different kinda experience for sure 👀. I've hit myself before and you definitely feel it Brother 😱🤣🤣. You can end up on the ground if you're not careful. I will still use Gorilla tape sometimes, but have largely gone back to using shoe Goo cuz it's far stronger and lighter overall. Tried E6000 and several other ideas through the years, but the Goo has done the best over time. The EXB did fantastic considering her size and how harsh some of those hits were 👀. Looking forward to getting her 100% dialed in soon. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Moe 😜!!!! I did bring my 6s EXB but it got late and the wind chill plus skipping lunch had me ready to pack it up 😂. I'll be bashing them together very soon 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! I've been sending my upgraded RTR 8s rigs for awhile now 😍. Just have to land carefully given the sheer size of these Beasts. Got a bit squirrelly off the ramps with this one 😱🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thank you Brother 🤗. Stoked about the beefcake parts ARRMA threw on this new EXB 😍. Clearly they listen closely to basher feedback and do what they can to keep improving. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so very much Nick 🤗. I'm still in awe with these 8s rigs 😱🥰🥰. Never imagined sending rigs this huge like this and not having the wheels fall right off 😂. It's just incredible what ARRMA has done with this unique platform Brother. Some people get (head in the clouds) critical and say "it broke already"...."the arms are made of glass"...etc. Look at the big picture I say. This is bashing, stuff breaks. It's part of the hobby regardless of brand preference, loyalty, and all the online gibberish. For a rig this size and weight to perform so well is mind blowing to me 🙀. The fun factor is off the hook too 😍. I've had a set of front RPM arms on standby for a little while now, just haven't needed them. Kinda shocked I didn't break an arm with those rough landings this session 😂. That would be sick to see some EXB Backflips 👀. Mitch and Avery with M2C are all over new 8s upgrades. Expect to see beefcake driveshafts and outdrives soon. Their new screw machine will make any steel part on the truck plus titanium options. Pretty certain we're in for a stellar year of new stuff all around Brother. 🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so very much Brother Dennis 😜!!!! Had such a Killer time out there again with Dave 🤗. This spot is about perfect for Big vertical airs and flips 😍. The headwind was harsh, but we made the best of it. Dave pulled some huge launches I missed while fixing the EXB 😝. Props to him for winging it before having his settings dialed in with his new Castle setup 👊. ARRMA did a brilliant job with the updates 😍. I'm loving this EXB 😱🥰🥰. M2C beef is still top dog for regular extreme use no question. Mitch's 7075 T6 is top shelf USA grade 💪. Really appreciate the kind words as always Brother. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Curtis 🤗. Really appreciate it Brother 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 hey rich , my buddy gave me a team associated rc8.2e , not as good as the Mojave but gets me rolling , how ever it needs an A arm , I am unable to find any here ......maybe if your at your local store see if they have a set and I will pay for them and the shipping lol kinda desperate now ha ha.

@@greatwhitenorthrc509 sorry Brother, my shop doesn't sell Team Associated. Lots of ARRMA, Losi, Traxxas, Axial....etc. 🍻

Thanks Brother 🤗. Every bit helps for sure. I'm always finding little pebbles and sticks in my fans 😂. They still break from hard impacts, but I try to do what I can. 😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother Chris 😜!!!! I didn't plan on flogging her the first run, but this spot begs for Big sends Brother 😱🤣🤣. She did Killer considering the sideways landers and brutal vertical drops 👍. Huge props to ARRMA for the beefcake updates where they were needed. M2C will always reign supreme for max durability with extreme bashing 💪. So stoked Dave was available for this session Bro. He really never holds back and just stays positive all the time 🍻. Props to him for completely winging it with a brand new setup and no ESC tune 😱. Such a Killer fun time out there. Really appreciate it Brother. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother David 😜!!!! Wasn't planning on an extreme first test run with triple BF's...etc...but it went that way out there with Dave and his XMaxx 😱🤣🤣. Such a Killer fun session, despite the breakage and high headwinds we were jumping straight into 🚀🚀. The 980kv Hobbystar feels great with this 32/39 gearing 😍. Loving the new Big Block tires too. They flip like Mad and are very forgiving. Appreciate the kind words as always my friend!!!! 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 it's a pleasure my friend😁💪, as soon as I don't have the possibility to mount the hobbywing max 5 I want to put the 32/39 coupling too, it inspires me a lot

Thanks so much Brad. Congrats on yours Brother 😱!!!! Such a beautiful Big Beast 😍. I ran my K8s RTR with 1100 5687 Hobbywing with 28/47 gearing and she moved pretty nicely. 😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 thanks buddy quick? What's good gearing for the 39 t thanks

@@braddobbs3533 I'm not positive, but probably around a 24T 🤔. I would just takes temps regardless and aim for around 150F. Much hotter I'd gear down a tooth. 🍻

@@richduperbash2966 thanks man super appreciate it ✌

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! I'll gladly share more flails and bad jumps, but that was the only one 👍. Not afraid to send them, but I'm pretty careful to line these big Beasts up first 👀. I was trying to abort that jump but it was too late. Stacking a rig this size usually means damage. That's how I look at it given the mass involved 🍻😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 i can't imagine having enough time to edit out that many bad landings. I usually end up with 10 secs of footage after the bad takes are gone! LMAO

Thanks so much Brother Phil 😜. I think I was a bit harsh on her this first run. Super impressed with how she performed 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thank you Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thank you Brother 🤗🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! She took a beating for sure 😱🤣🤣. Had a blast out there with Dave and his XMaxx. 🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

I’d really like to see what rich does with an xmaxx. Rich puts together the toughest rigs hands down

I wouldn't sell my K8s either Brother😱. It's an absolute Tank with the M2C chassis and other tidbits 💪. Overall, I am impressed with all the other changes 👀. The tires, shocks, links, rod ends, and motor mount all held up phenomenally well considering the harshness of this first test. The chassis simply isn't aftermarket level. It can't and won't handle the same abuse I've grown accustomed to putting my other 8s rigs through. It would probably fair better with moderate use. Trying to think objectively as many people don't do huge sends...etc. It definitely puts Crazy and sometimes unreasonable strain on components. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! Very impressed overall with this new Beast 👀. Has an absolute Blast out there breaking her in and pushing her to the brink. Definitely will be getting an M2C chassis at some point. Just makes sense for the driving I enjoy most. Appreciate the kind words as always Brother!!!! 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

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

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. I truly meant that and appreciate you recognizing it my friend. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much for the tip Brother 😜. Definitely going to try it out. I know the hard landings from height do a number on the blades. Gets old replacing them. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Jon 🤗. So true Brother 👍. Sending these big Beasts puts some serious strain on the components no question 😂. Had a Blast with brother Dave and his XMaxx!!!! 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Had a great time out there 😍. Overall, I'm super impressed with the EXB!!!! She took a mean beating at this rough spot. 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 yeah you really gave it a hard bash test ✌️😂 also you covered all the points appreciate your effort dude well done

@@UAERCADDICTS thank you Brother 🤗

Thanks so much Brother 😜. You're exactly right 👍. The ground was wicked hard in our landing area. Breakages are just part of the deal. She took some brutal hits and hard sideways landings 👀🍻😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 yeah she did. You have video proof. 😂 Nice video, with some crazy driving skills and the XMAXX also.

Thanks so much Frank 🤗. The EXB took a serious flogging. Still shocked she took that sideways hit off the ramp into the mound 👀. Nothing is unbreakable, but she's pretty dang tough. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

As you said tho most of us ain’t going to literally launch them like 40ft into the air 😂😂 I just got my exb still gotta put it all together there’s no way I would jump mine like that after spending so much money on it 😂😂

Thank you Jay 🤗. Much appreciated Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Scott 🤗. I'm still amazed this Big Beast can fly so well 👍. I'm running the old Tactic TTX300 controller/reciever that use to come with all the ARRMA's. It's simple, but responsive with great range. I've always liked the ergonomics and spring tension. There's much better units of course, but I don't need or want anything too fancy. Really appreciate the kind words Brother. Happy bashing. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks Brother 🍻😎💪👊👊

Most definitely Daniel 😜. The RTR rod ends look 1/8 scale compared to these EXB ones 😱🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks Brother 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

Muchas gracias Amigo 🤗. Happy bashing to you too 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

M2C is the answer Brother 👊. Unfortunately, the EXB likely uses 7075 T-0 (cheap Chinese grade). It's no where near as strong as true 7075 T6 sourced in the U.S. Skateparks are harsh on any RC, but M2C will take it. 😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Son 😍. Truly means a lot 🤗. Would be great to have you out bashing again!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thanks Jimmy 🤗. Not sure on this vs the Losi DBXL-E. Haven't owned one to really give a good, solid opinion. They look awesome and I've heard great things about them. Just think they're quite a bit different in comparison 🤔. Haven't seen anyone doing huge jumps with theirs, but it sounds like they're built well and guys really like them overall. I know they make aluminum upgrade braces...etc.. for the Losi too. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Robert 😜!!!! Dave doesn't hold back with his XMaxx 😱. I missed catching his biggest jumps while I was fixing my rig unfortunately. He was trying to adjust his ESC settings on the fly. I'm running 7.4 volts BEC on my Max5. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thank you Brother 🤗. I'm really liking these new Big Blocks 😍. Very forgiving with nice lugs 👌. They flip like Mad too 👀. I like Duratrax, but they're pretty stiff and bouncy and I cracked a hex in my Six Packs. Haven't tried the Raptors, but think they're too big for my liking. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! The 1/8 size is my overall go to basher 😍. Very true about the size 👀. Definitely have to bash these huge 8s rigs with the mass in mind.They won't take nasty hits like the smaller rigs. Think it's just physics really. Pushing these bigger Beasts is a different kind of experience though. I find it pretty addicting 😱🤣🤣🍻

@@richduperbash2966 yeah I thought so mate hahaha.

Thanks so much Todd 🤗. I'd honestly feel the same. This rig is noticably bigger and heavier. I'm quite careful loading and moving her around 👀. Already tweaked my back and wrists a few times. Happy bashing my friend.🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Cliff 🤗. Definitely grateful to have this spot for now 😍. Soon they'll be houses going in there. The EXB and XMaxx are completely different rigs. Really depends on whether you want more monster truck or monster truggy. The EXB is bigger and heavier no question, but it also handles much better. Boils down to preference mostly. 2 completely different designs. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Armando 🤗. Really appreciate the tip Brother 👍. I usually use 1/4" thick self adhesive felt blanket from Walmart. It's designed to stick on furniture legs to protect floors or go under appliances. It's paper light, but acts like a helmet cushion during impacts. Usually use hot glue if it starts to loosen. Guess the principle is the same. 🍻🚀🚀😎💪👊👊

Thanks so much Brother 😜!!!! Yes indeed on several off camber rotations 😱. The internal framing on my plastic ramps have started failing 👀. One of the ramps is springing more than the other under compression. It's spreading downwards from side to side. That plus the bigger tires and wind was bucking her off axis big time 👀. Been trying to get new ramps, but these are basically discontinued and I can't find suitable replacements. Definitely makes air control and clean landings far more difficult. The other thing is these Big Blocks. They flip WAY faster than I expected 😂. Never seen anyone pull easy triples with a Kraton 8s. That's going to take a run or 2 to adjust to. The wheel mass is pretty touchy with this 980kv setup. 🍻🤙🤙😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 you did so well keeping things on all fours for the landings, I know I would have gone home with a bunch of parts and not a complete rig. Good to see Arrma working on those tyres, hope you get used to them quickly, do you think the wheel has been redesigned or will the thicker rubber help the wheel to remain intact? Thanks for the reply mate, I don't always like to comment because I don't want to take up your spare time, I was just really impressed that you were able to straighten things out after the take off's. Take care and have a great weekend coming up.

@@jonowillmer thanks so much Brother 👊. I do my best to land cleanly, understanding how these rigs take damage. The Big Blocks seem to have a beefy carcass. No signs of stress at the glue beads 👍. The foams feel firm, yet have nice compliance. Very forgiving tires thus far. Just have to be mindful of the mass because they correct very quickly midair 😱🤣🤣. Appreciate your comment Brother. Have a great weekend too!!! 🍻

Thanks so much Brother 👊. I was still gonna bash how I like, but many people are unrealistic and think these trucks won't break 👀. Just trying to convey some ownership regarding breakages. If you spike any big rig into hardpack, you have to own it. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Hey Kris 🤗. I've heard several instances of the HW 800kv getting hot on 1/1 gearing and I'm really not sure why 🤔. Obviously wheel size/weight, mesh setting, bearing health, and driving surface/style are all factors. Not sure how the wattages compare with Hobbystar, but I haven't had overheating issues with my 840kv or 980kv with proper gearing. 😎💪👊👊

Thanks Brother 🤗. Yes indeed, the shocks and rod ends are doing great thus far 🍻👍👍😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 You didn't change the stock shock oil correct? Thanks! If you slightly bent that chassis I would probably not bend mine.

@@joseCalderon1976 no change to either the shocks or front/rear diffs yet. 😎

Thanks Brother 🤗. Yes.... Silicone ear plugs in the center diff definitely helps mitigate power bleeding to the front wheels on harder throttle. These new Copperhead 2 Big Blocks are going to balloon no matter what, but the ear plugs certainly help. The smaller Outcast 8s Backflips also balloon, but not as radically having less rubber and mass. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks Brother 👊. These Copperhead 2 Big Blocks will fit any ARRMA 8s no problem. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks Brandon 🤗. I think the pin bent because I busted the suspension mount, didn't realize it and kept launching her 👀. It's possible I caught the mount on the ground or a rock too. No biggie. Bash, fix, repeat. 🍻😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 yeah, most likely, it took alot of bashing though, atleast youre not snapping lower arms already, im hoping to work on my reeper build in the coming weeks, maybe some dboots on 24mm hex in there

@@richduperbash2966 gotta start by getting a new esc, toasted my 150a using my leopard hobby 4082

Thanks so much Jonathan 😜. I got my heat sink from Gamechanger RC. Not sure what brand it is 🤔. Think he sources them to build fan kits with. He's available on eBay for messages...etc. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thank you sir .keep bashing big 🙃👌🏼

Thanks Robert 🤗. That's a Ridgid Flip Top from Home Depot. Thing is a life saver 😍

That's awesome Jay 🤗. The stand is a Ridgid Flip Top. Just add a pit mat to the top to keep the rigs from sliding around. www.ridgid.com/us/en/flip-top-portable-work-support

LMAO 😂. Thanks Gerard. My original plan was to do a shakedown run and ease into her. That kinda went out the window at this spot 🤣. Bashing with Dave probably contributed to the full send factor too 😱🤣🤣😎💪👊👊

Run times aren't bad. Just depends on electronics, packs, and driving style. I get probably around 15-20 minutes using Zee 7200mah 80c packs. That's with pretty heavy throttle use. I often stop before LVC as a habit (3.7-3.8V). Don't like having power loss mid-air 😱🤣🤣😎💪👊👊

I run a Power HD 23kg WP in my 6s rigs and a Hobbystar 6912 HV in the 8s rigs. Just have to add an extra M3 spacer to the servo saver adjustment screw and use the ARRMA 8s larger replacement servo tray. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Hey Brother 👊. I'm happy with 32/39 for this 980kv setup so far 😍. I would probably go straight to 34/34 or 39/39 with the Hobbywing 800. Running 34/34 with my 840kv Hobbystar in my RTR K8s and she Rips. 🍻😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 is there any difference if i use 34/34 or 39/39?

Thicker fluid slows the natural transfer of power to the inside wheel in turns as the car leans outward and the inside wheel lifts. Basically, you can rip out of turns with thicker front fluids, instead of having the inside tire ballooning and wasting power. It slows initial turning slightly, but is far better for going fast with maximum traction and control. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Hey Martin 🤗. I've had good luck with my Zee 7200mah 80c 4s hard packs. Also had good luck with Hobbystar and Yowoo graphene packs. Just have to be careful with Yowoo that the size dimensions are correct for the truck. I think 5000 50c is too small for the power draw of these big Beasts 😱. I'd recommend atleast 6500-7500mah 75c+. 🍻😎💪👊👊

Thanks bro I appreciate it

Congrats Brother 🤗. These bigger rigs are a totally different experience. Super fun on huge terrain. 🍻😎💪👊👊

@@richduperbash2966 Heck yes! I’m stoked.