Max 8 G2 Combo Is a BEAST in The Traxxas Sledge! [Full Review]

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  • čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
  • Today we take a look at the Hobbywing Max 8 G2 ESC and 4278 2250KV Sensored Motor. Join me to see whats new and how it runs in the mighty Traxxas Sledge. This is the ESC Motor Combo of the Future for 1/10 and 1/8 Scale Traxxas, Arrma, Team Corally, Tekno, Team Associated ETC!
    0:00 Motor and ESC Review
    3:18 Sledge Install and Run
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Komentáře • 257

  • @DoRC
    @DoRC  Před rokem +2

    Check out the Max10 G2!
    czcams.com/video/S_i0LWwL600/video.html

  • @WildBoyRC
    @WildBoyRC Před 2 lety +2

    Great video and channel! Keep it up bro ! Good vocabulary and narrating. Fun and knowledgeable!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! If you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated:)

  • @samirshah5411
    @samirshah5411 Před 2 lety +5

    I got fed up with the stock ESC cutting out power intermittently I have this exact same combo being delivered tomorrow for my sledge, super excited after watching your video! Thanks so much!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      I don't think you'll be disappointed! It's a beast :-)

    • @glowman6518
      @glowman6518 Před rokem

      How it is with the sledge?

  • @idankopilenko4934
    @idankopilenko4934 Před 2 lety +1

    I was on my toes for this one I ordered one for my maxx a few days ago so exited to get it

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I don't think you'll be disappointed. It's a pretty awesome system! Thanks for watching if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated:)

  • @ridindirtyrc
    @ridindirtyrc Před 2 lety

    Thank you you helped me decide what I was going to buy it's already on its way great videos

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad you enjoyed and it was helpful :-) if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @ridindirtyrc
      @ridindirtyrc Před 2 lety

      Subscribed and the bells on....

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      @@ridindirtyrc thanks!

  • @Nathan-qt2zi
    @Nathan-qt2zi Před 2 lety +1

    Looks like a very good system might get one for my typhon

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Do it! I don't think you'll be disappointed. I just bought a second combo and I don't even have anything to put it in.

  • @cjchannel12RC
    @cjchannel12RC Před rokem +3

    This is cool and that Sledge was wild, I might get one of these combos for my Sledge and maybe my XO-1 and my future Infraction V2 instead of a Castle MMX 8s with 1717 1,650KV or just wait until Hobbywing makes a G2 style Max 6 and sensored 4985. But this combo looks very promising and it's cheaper than the Castle system i planned to get. Great videos Do RC keep them up.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      Yeah I don't think you'll be disappointed. Thanks for watching :-)

  • @FarmerFpv
    @FarmerFpv Před rokem +1

    Just subscribed! I'm a Kool Kid now! Yes! YEE YEE!

  • @RCPropaganda
    @RCPropaganda Před 2 lety +1

    I got the esc and will grab the motor soon. Just got the m2c motor mount in so now I am ready to really bash the truck.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Awesome!

  • @BrianRiotHobbies
    @BrianRiotHobbies Před 2 lety +2

    The Amp ratings for the max 8 gen 2 are the same as the max 6. This leads me to believe that hobbywing has taken the route of under rating the ESC to keep the heat down. Just my thoughts but what a wonderful combo! There will be one in my future. Great and very informative video. Keep it up!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Possible. Once we start seeing the logs will know more! Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @BrianRiotHobbies
      @BrianRiotHobbies Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC already subed my friend

    • @BrianRiotHobbies
      @BrianRiotHobbies Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC I just started making RC videos too check me out if you like.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      @@BrianRiotHobbies Thanks!

  • @olds97lss
    @olds97lss Před 2 lety

    Oh... I didn't realize it was now a 160A esc. That's nice.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Yeah they definitely made some good improvements to it. So far I have not been able to break the fan which is great as they normally would break pretty much on the first outing and it runs a lot cooler than the old one did. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated!

  • @Ryndel
    @Ryndel Před rokem +1

    Awesome review. How were your Temps?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Temps on these new g2s are really good. They run way cooler than the first generation setups

  • @brei.z
    @brei.z Před 2 lety

    just got the max6 + 1650kv for my Kraton. Can't wait to try it.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      I've run that combo a couple of times. A little overpowered but a lot of fun :-) thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @brei.z
      @brei.z Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC ok :) Yeah, looks total overkill lol, but I'm Sensible with my Tekno's... This is just for fun. Have all the m2c parts to hold her together.. might change to the XL\Krojave so not quite as front lifty :P

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I've heard a lot of people like that combination.

  • @gerasischristos8750
    @gerasischristos8750 Před rokem +2

    what is best to go in my arrma felony.A max6 1650kv or this in your video(max8 combo) very nice video and your xmaxx is a beast!!!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      I think it depends on what you want to do with it. If you're just going to be doing general hooning around and street bashing the Max 8G2 should be plenty. If you want to do speed runs the Max 6 will be more powerful but I think that a castle MMX8S system would be better still. Glad you're enjoying thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated!

  • @cwatson42785
    @cwatson42785 Před 2 lety +1

    I plan on getting this combo for my exb. Love hobbywing stuff. Too bad I got the max5 combo for my dbxl before the max4 was announced

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Yeah hobbywing is definitely stepping up their game!

  • @ronnielabbe2149
    @ronnielabbe2149 Před 2 lety +1

    just bought this for my kronos

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Nice! I don't think you'll be disappointed thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated :-)

  • @mikebird8290
    @mikebird8290 Před 2 lety +1

    THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR EXPERIENCE SIR. VERY INTERESTING TO ME AS IVE JUST ORDERED MYSELF A EXB KRATON 🤔🇬🇧🇺🇲🕊️✌🏼🤩👍🏼

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I think this will do great in the Kraton!

    • @mikebird8290
      @mikebird8290 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC THANKYOU 😁 I THINK IT WILL BE PERFECT. 🇬🇧🇺🇲🕊️✌🏼

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Great :-) let me know once you get one and get it tried out what you think!

    • @mikebird8290
      @mikebird8290 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC ILL DEFINITELY DO THAT SIR. THANKS FOR HELPING ME MAKE MY MIND UP🇬🇧🇺🇲🕊️✌🏼🤩👍🏼

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Welcome :-)

  • @ThatCrazyRCGuy67
    @ThatCrazyRCGuy67 Před 2 lety +1

    Great vid..yeah this should be good for the Radix 4.
    Great vid....

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      I think it'll make it scream :-)

    • @ThatCrazyRCGuy67
      @ThatCrazyRCGuy67 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC Thats what i want...
      Well see if i order it...soon.
      Thanks for all your help.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      @@ThatCrazyRCGuy67 you're welcome :-)

    • @ThatCrazyRCGuy67
      @ThatCrazyRCGuy67 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC One more thing.do you need a program card or something?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      @@ThatCrazyRCGuy67 you don't absolutely need one because you can program it using the set button next to the power button but it is very helpful because setting options with those buttons is annoying

  • @livegood9876
    @livegood9876 Před rokem +1

    How did you end up finally mounting your G2 ESC if the double stick tape did not pan out? I see you can go much slower and controlled with a sensored motor, what are the downsides to bashing with sensored motors? Is it cost? Subscribed!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      I just double side taped it better. The initial taping was a rush job and I didn't properly clean things or give the tape time to set up properly. If everything's clean and you use high quality VHB and let it sit up overnight it'll hold just fine.
      Really aren't any downsides to a sensored setup other than being more expensive usually. Thanks for the sub!

  • @ericcontreras4030
    @ericcontreras4030 Před 2 lety +1

    Would this system be a good fit for the maxx? Just subscribed 😄

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +3

      This would be a good fit for the max though I would just maybe just getting the ESC and leaving the stock motor. Unless you're planning on running 6s the stock motor works just fine and going to a larger diameter motor limits the ability for the motor mount to slide back and forth which will decrease the number of gear combinations you can use. Thanks for subbing!

  • @marlincoffia6408
    @marlincoffia6408 Před 2 lety +3

    Are you still utilizing the stock transmitter & controller or does that need to be changed as well. Sorry, I am new to this. If it does need to be changed, what set-up would be good to go with this change. Thank you!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      Stock transmitter and receiver work perfectly with this system!
      Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated:)

  • @10krms54
    @10krms54 Před 2 lety

    Hopefully there upgrade the max 6 as well with sensord package

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I'm sure it's coming. This is probably the direction will be going with their whole line. Max 8 was probably first cuz I would imagine it's the most popular. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated!

  • @NewLifeRC989
    @NewLifeRC989 Před rokem +1

    Besides BEC changed to 8.4v, was everything else on the Esc in stock settings? Or did you increase the punch?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      Stock in that video but I did end up increasing the punch later.

  • @Fr4nkieFPV
    @Fr4nkieFPV Před 2 lety +1

    Nice, which bumper is that in front?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Slash. I have a video on installing it. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated!

  • @ricardopinheiro95
    @ricardopinheiro95 Před rokem +2

    very cool

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      I thought so :-). Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @ricardopinheiro95
      @ricardopinheiro95 Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC yes I really liked your video I already subscribed, I recently bought a sledge

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      @@ricardopinheiro95 awesome thanks! Sledge is a great truck :-)

    • @ricardopinheiro95
      @ricardopinheiro95 Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC yes it's spectacular and I wanted to drive more, they say I have to buy a stronger battery

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem

      @@ricardopinheiro95 what battery are you currently running?

  • @genevakeith3876
    @genevakeith3876 Před 2 lety +1

    Cool kid right here 👉 😎 👈

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      For sure!

    • @uan588
      @uan588 Před 2 lety +1

      Me tooo

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Are you subbed?

  • @josecarlosdominguez8583

    Having problems finding this combo
    Were can i get one ??
    By the way excellent video !!!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      The combo isn't readily available anywhere right now. I bought my two pieces individually from garage life rc. They seem to be the only ones that I could find that had the motor.
      Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @lilnash7
      @lilnash7 Před 2 lety

      AliExpress China loads depends if you're willing to wait a couple weeks

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Garage life RC has the combo available now. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated!

  • @easterneuropeandude
    @easterneuropeandude Před 2 lety +1

    How bad was the mesh without the plastic adapter? I'm asking because I understand that it also helps prevent the motor moving around so I would rather leave it in. Thanks!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      It wasn't terrible I just wasn't happy with it. Probably would be fine. It helps prevent the motor from moving One direction but not the other and honestly the direction that's going to cause problems is the direction that will open up the mesh. Thanks for commenting and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @easterneuropeandude
      @easterneuropeandude Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC thanks, I am subscribed, you have pretty cool content.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      @@easterneuropeandude awesome thanks!

  • @hickehelbro
    @hickehelbro Před 2 lety +2

    For the Sledge, what would be the best pinion/spur for bashing? Great speed but also some torque?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Personally I've been really happy with the stock ratio

    • @hickehelbro
      @hickehelbro Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC Thanks! Subbed and bell on! Take care!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      Awesome thanks!

  • @10krms54
    @10krms54 Před rokem +2

    Will the arrma fire team b to heavy for these system on 6s bashing

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      I think it would be pushing it. The stock system that comes in the fire team is weaker than this but I still think I would go with a max 6 combo and a fire team as an upgrade. The bigger motor I think is more suited for its weight

  • @joshuabouley4093
    @joshuabouley4093 Před 6 měsíci

    I just ordered this setup for my sledge, I do off-road/bashing on 6s and curious of what gearing I should run, any help is appreciated!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 6 měsíci

      I would start with stock and see how it goes from there. I ran stock on mine and was pretty happy with it

  • @kennethgalbraith
    @kennethgalbraith Před rokem +1

    Love the new max 8 just hate that you have it in a frigging traxxas pos

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      The sledge is actually a good car. This is of course separate from Traxxas business practices which haven't been great as of late.

  • @bryanyoung9482
    @bryanyoung9482 Před rokem +1

    I'm new to the electric rc cars I bought the sledge a month ago but I don't like how the esc runs. So I'm looking a getting a esc and motor combination. So will I get more power going up to a 2250kv or will I get less power. I'm thinking about the max 8 g2 with the 2250kv motor. I want a noticeable increase in power that I can turn down or up and will fit the sledge with little to no modification. Thanks for the help

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      You'll definitely see an increase in power with the Max 8 G2 2250 combo.
      Thanks for watching and if you enjoy my videos a sub to my channel is appreciated!

    • @bryanyoung9482
      @bryanyoung9482 Před rokem

      @@DoRC tha KS I sub to your channel

  • @01spikyspider007
    @01spikyspider007 Před rokem +1

    all of the cool kids hahaha

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      Are you a cool kid :-)?

  • @lifethroughalens2000
    @lifethroughalens2000 Před rokem +1

    What gearing are you running? I’m running 46/18 and it’s stutters on punch 9 pretty bad.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Whatever the stock gearing is. I didn't change it. Thanks for watching and if you enjoy my videos a sub is appreciated :-)

  • @simoncraig5260
    @simoncraig5260 Před rokem +1

    I put this combo on my Sledge ystrdy and blew my pinion and spur. Whats gonna be a good replacement?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      Tekno pinion and the GPM spurs a good option. Check out my video on GPM I did a few months ago and you can see my review of the GPM spur for this.

  • @robbryan3044
    @robbryan3044 Před 2 lety

    Great video...and, (almost) anything had to be better than a stock Traxxas ESC & motor (in (almost) any Traxxas vehicle. The only thing I'm not liking is the proprietary sensor cable. It seems that Hobbywing is, more and more, switching to this. Soon, it could be that only Hobbywing ESCs will be able to connect to Hobbywing motors, and vice-versa.
    Now...for a "comparison suggestion". How about doing a head-to-head of this ESC/motor combo against the Castle Mamba Monster 2 ESC/1515-2200Kv Motor combo (CSE010-0108-03), both in the Sledge? Compare power, speed, driveability, temps, etc. I'm figuring these are probably the top two almost-ready-to-install "packaged ESC/motor combos" (ie. both have motors w/ ESC connectors ready to plug in), so it's logical to pit them against each other.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      There is an adapter cable available to run any sensored motor.
      That would be a decent comparison. I may do that in the future. I will say I've had that combo in the past and it is a pretty powerful one. Not sure if it's going to quite match up to this though especially in terms of features for cost.
      Thanks for watching!

    • @FarmerFpv
      @FarmerFpv Před rokem +1

      I have both the Max 8 2250 combo and the Mamba Monster 2 1515 2200 in my EXB Kraton and My RTR BLX Kraton and the hobbywing max 8 mops the floor with the 1515 monster 2. I wish I would have gotten the max 8 G2 combo for both Kratons. I'm also using no fan on my hobbywing 4278 motor. it doesn't need it.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      The max 8 G2 definitely is a step up from the max 8!

    • @FarmerFpv
      @FarmerFpv Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC It is, let's hope hobbywing keeps on with this trend. I have spent so much money on castle systems that it makes me cringe thinking something can go up in flames at anytime. It has already happened twice. That is why I was so excited when the Max 8 G2 came out with all the insane specs for the money. I wasn't disappointed. I'm going to buy 4 more. Its also a beast on 4s when running on a short course truck on the race track. To bad its not legal for sanctioned races. Well the motor ain't. I wish hobbywing would make a sensored 1900kv race spec motor for the max 8 g2 line.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      Other than the problems they initially had with the xlx2 I don't think Castle is inherently any more likely to go up in flames than any other brand. I think that in practice they may experience more failures that we see simply because a lot of the top speed guys run castle and when stuff gets pushed to its absolute limit it's going to be more likely to experience a failure.

  • @EZ-D-FIANT
    @EZ-D-FIANT Před rokem +1

    Can you get it to self rite with these upgrades, like using the throttle and torque kinda style?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      No. Unfortunately most truggy style vehicles are not going to be able to be self-righted. Maybe if you take the wing off but even then it's low slung body means it sits pretty flat. The truck needs to be able to rock back and forth to self-right and buggy / truggies just really aren't made for it.
      Thanks for watching and if you enjoy my videos a sub to my channel is appreciated :-)

    • @EZ-D-FIANT
      @EZ-D-FIANT Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC oh I am definitely gonna sub, the video on the max8 G2 has decide my next mod for me and secured a space in my fav draw for yourself, cheers for the speedy reply!
      These things always flip when they are as far away as possible it was worth an ask haha......👍👌👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Yeah It's pretty inconvenient sometimes. A lot of people say that flipping it back over using the throttle and break will hurt things but I've been doing it for many years on vehicles that can do it and I've never really had a problem. I think people run into trouble with the automatic system because sometimes one tire will touch down first and then spin the other tire up really fast or cause other problems. As long as you use your head about it it's fine. Thanks for the subs :-)

  • @mikeblankumsee4668
    @mikeblankumsee4668 Před 2 lety

    Of course I'm having issue fitting my G2 motor and esc into my Savage X v2, so frustrated lol

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      What kind of problems?
      If you aren't ready to subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @mikeblankumsee4668
      @mikeblankumsee4668 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC Been subbed a min now. The Savage is just different. The space for esc and motor mount are measured to stock exact. I've squeezed the motor clamps on bottom but tops won't screw on so I gotta get a mount and the esc square space for esc is causing the sensor wire to block it dropping down so I have that too

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Gotcha. Yeah when I tried to jam the G1 in there it was going to be really tight so I just stuck with the stock ESC in mine. Let me know when you get it fitted!

  • @buttracerrc
    @buttracerrc Před 2 lety

    In the Discription you write 4272 - but it is 4278. Thanks for sharing your Infos.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Nice catch! I fixed it. thanks for the correction and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated:)

    • @buttracerrc
      @buttracerrc Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC No Not subsribed but i am thinking about it. But RC makes fun with or without subscribers, Trust me.
      You make cool Vids in the Last Time. I often Watched Them. Bash On Bash Brother 👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      @@buttracerrc sounds good thanks :-)

  • @rushgush
    @rushgush Před 2 lety +4

    for the price, traxxas should of included a system as good as this. if mike jenkins didn’t need to own 30 mansions, and 50 cars, they could of done it. 🤦🏻🤦🏻

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Maybe. I've never really had much trouble with the Traxxas systems and to be fair a truggy that can do a standing backflip is already pretty powerful :-) that being said this is definitely an upgrade!

  • @mugetsu9393
    @mugetsu9393 Před rokem +1

    as a newbie in the rc world, i have been riding my JLB cheetah 120 amp for 2 years now and that thing has been costly in repairs.
    so i wanted to find a new toy and was doubting between this sledge or an arma kraton.
    so far from whatever ive seen sledge is pricey and needs many upgrades, so i thought maybe im better off getting arma roller and put these kinds of electronics in it?
    what are your thoughts on this?
    been looking at arma kraton, sledge or outcast, i rlly dislike traxxas way of bussiness with their battery etc but in the end a guy wants worth for the money so im rlly having a hard time deciding what to get >.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Don't think you would be disappointed with either vehicle. The Sledge really is a good truck out of the box. It's one of the more durable out of the box vehicles I've ever owned. It does not need a ton of upgrades to be fun.
      I say just get whichever one you think looks like the most fun to you and you will probably be happy either way.

  • @DSC1320
    @DSC1320 Před 2 lety

    Punch looks like u need to bump it up 1 or 2. It'll take away to small it of lag / delay apon initial acceleration

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      I might mess with it. Honestly for me the punch feels like plenty and the more you increase the punch the more stress you put on the drivetrain so I usually like to err on the side of keeping it a little bit lower. Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @DSC1320
      @DSC1320 Před 2 lety +1

      @Do RC it more about air control really. With the lag you can't correct fast enough. But u do u

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      @DSCracing1320 the lag you were seeing was actually my receiver Browning out. The radio link receivers have a tendency to Brown out and my capacitor that I put on all of them to eliminate it came off when I was installing everything. I didn't really realize what was going on because I was filming at the same time as bashing and that's always very distracting.

  • @philipbrits2984
    @philipbrits2984 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Would you say this in a talion exb or a max6 g2 with the new 4990 motor?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Depends on your goals. This is definitely going to be powerful enough but if you want absolute overkill the max 6 will Do that. I've had the G1 Max 6 combo and a few of these vehicles In the past and it's pretty insane.

  • @matthewchong4298
    @matthewchong4298 Před 2 lety

    What is I am not using the sensored wire will my brusheless still work?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes. It will work just fine in sensorless mode just like if it didn't have the feature. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated :-)

  • @dimitristheodorou7666
    @dimitristheodorou7666 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Can I use this combo on a 1/8 buggy? Because on the HW website it says that it is for trucks and monster trucks.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Absolutely. The limitation is based on the weight of the vehicle and a 1/8 scale buggy is going to be lighter than a 1/8 scale monster truck.

  • @travis-tg5cq
    @travis-tg5cq Před rokem +1

    well how do you mount the max 8 esc to the chassis ?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      If I remember correctly I did double-sided tape to the stock mount. The 3M VHB when installed correctly is very good. It's entirely possible that aftermarket solutions have been created since then though as I did this when the combo very first came out. Thanks for watching and if you enjoy the videos a sub is appreciated:)

  • @robspec
    @robspec Před 10 měsíci +1

    What Motor Fan are you running, also what pinion rand and size are you running ?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I think that's just a cheap aluminum housing 35 mm fan that I got on Amazon. I was running stock gearing in this video

    • @robspec
      @robspec Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thanks, what gearing did you end up with ?@@DoRC

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 10 měsíci

      @robspec I was just running the stock gearing. It worked fine for me for general bashing. Gearing is definitely a very subjective personal thing though

  • @ryanfisher6402
    @ryanfisher6402 Před 7 měsíci +1

    And the motor fits the stock mount huh?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Just barely but yes it does

  • @smittywerbenjagarmanjensen3059
    @smittywerbenjagarmanjensen3059 Před 11 měsíci +1

    What receiver are you using? Will the stock Traxxas one take the 8.4 volts?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 11 měsíci +1

      At the time I was using radio link but I have since switched to a fly sky G7B and I'm using FlySky ant receivers.
      The stock receiver will not handle 8.4 volts. It might take 7.4 volts but it's not technically rated for it and it's a crap shoot whether or not your specific one will take the voltage or blow up. Thanks for watching :-)

    • @smittywerbenjagarmanjensen3059
      @smittywerbenjagarmanjensen3059 Před 11 měsíci

      @@DoRC ok thanks!

  • @claudio5973
    @claudio5973 Před 2 lety +1

    What are your controller settings? Did you fully lock the center differential?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I'm not running the stock rx/tx but everything's pretty much standard and default. Not fully locked center differential but I did stick a bit at your plug in there to supplement what was already in there when I got it. Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @claudio5973
      @claudio5973 Před 2 lety +1

      Which rx/tx and what the settings

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I'm using a radio link rc4gs with radio link 6 channel receiver. What settings are you looking for?

    • @claudio5973
      @claudio5973 Před 2 lety +1

      I want to do backflips like you too

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      The truck will do standing backflips on concrete with the stock system and good enough batteries. No need to change anything.
      What you're seeing in the video is primarily due to the upgraded power system.

  • @dondavis9249
    @dondavis9249 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Can i use a sensor less hobbystar motor with this esc?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Yes. It will work with sensorless brushless motors.

  • @jacobhenson3952
    @jacobhenson3952 Před 2 lety

    What gearing are you running with this setup?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      Stock 13/52.
      Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is greatly appreciated :-)

  • @Viking_A-Z
    @Viking_A-Z Před 8 měsíci +1

    Salut 🖐
    J'ai récemment achete un combo max8 g2 4278 2250kv , et dans mon combo y'a pas les cables supplémentaires a souder sur un autre moteur, et les couleu des gaines thermiques au buts des fils deja soude sur le moteur elles sont bleu jeune orange pas noir comme les tiens,
    Tu a une idée par hasard pourquoi c'est commeca chez moi ? Ou si c'est normal ? 🤔
    Merci anticipe ! 🖐

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 8 měsíci +2

      I think I answered this in your English question. Thanks for watching!

  • @Viking_A-Z
    @Viking_A-Z Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hello 🖐 I recently bought a max8 g2 4278 2250kv combo, and in my combo there are no additional cables to solder on another motor, and the color of the thermal sheaths at the ends of the wires already soldered on the motor they are blue young orange not black like yours, Do you have any idea why it's like this in my house? Or if it's normal? 🤔 Thank you in anticipation! 🖐

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 8 měsíci +2

      I'm not sure about the additional cables though I will say that HW seems to change what they include with their hardware seemingly at random.
      I wouldn't worry about the different color heat shrink. Probably just came from a different batch.

    • @Viking_A-Z
      @Viking_A-Z Před 8 měsíci +1

      ​@@DoRCthanks for your answer 💪 you have one + follower

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 8 měsíci

      @user-zf3ng1kd8c awesome thanks so much :-)

  • @kenarnold9401
    @kenarnold9401 Před 4 měsíci +1

    What gearing are you running in your sledge

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 4 měsíci +1

      That was with stock gearing

  • @Ryndel
    @Ryndel Před rokem +1

    Forgot to ask, how does this compare to the max6 on 8s if you've ever had both?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      The Max 6 on 8S will walk all over this system. Pretty much anytime you're adding that much more energy to the situation it's going to be more powerful. The max 6 motor is also quite a bit larger than this one which is going to add a lot of power.

    • @Ryndel
      @Ryndel Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC ah gotcha. Thanks!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      You're welcome!

  • @zacatecano1986
    @zacatecano1986 Před rokem +1

    Did you gain any power or torque ?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Yes this combination is quite a bit more powerful than the stock one. Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated! Check out my latest video I'm doing a giveaway :-)

  • @angelogallegos1400
    @angelogallegos1400 Před 2 lety +1

    Mine went up in smoke second time plugging it in:/ now Trying to get it figured out with the warranty

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      Ive heard a few reports of this. Nothing widespread but still a bummer:(

    • @angelogallegos1400
      @angelogallegos1400 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC would you know any reasons why it caused it to go out so it doesn’t happen again ?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      No sorry i dont. Was probably a manufacturing defect.

    • @angelogallegos1400
      @angelogallegos1400 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoRC gonna stick with the stock esc for now unfortunately:/

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Gotcha

  • @jrollj
    @jrollj Před rokem +1

    What punch level you have set in this video, the old max 8 only went to five and the new g2 goes to ten

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      In that video it was set at the default but I since pumped it up to I think seven. It was a little sluggish at the default punch. Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @jrollj
      @jrollj Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC OK thanks, just hit that sub button 👌

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +1

      @@jrollj thanks!

  • @strykeforce1151
    @strykeforce1151 Před 4 měsíci +1

    how much does the sledge weigh??

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Not sure but all the specifications should be on the Traxxas website

  • @chrisfell2621
    @chrisfell2621 Před 2 lety +1

    Will this system fit in that tekno mt410?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      I don't think it's going to fit in the stock chassis because the sensor wire is going to get in the way. It should be fine with the m2c chassis though. Thanks for watching and a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      @@GeckoRC yeah unfortunately CZcams does not allow linking in comments.

    • @GeckoRC
      @GeckoRC Před 2 lety +2

      @@DoRC oh I wrote it new, few minutes ago but it's deleted again although I have written "dot" instead of "."
      Third try:
      1) mount the ESC 180degrees twisted and put the sensorcable through the mainshaft (be aware that the cable don't touch the shaft)
      2) mount the ESC normal and cut out a little bit of the tray
      3) use an alternitive ESC mount from the accessories trade

    • @GeckoRC
      @GeckoRC Před 2 lety +2

      The length of the motor is fitting in any case... even if VERY close :)

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +2

      @@GeckoRC good!

  • @tktk-om8cg
    @tktk-om8cg Před 7 měsíci +1

    Will motor handle 8s

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Technically no but you might be able to get away with it as long as you don't over rev it

    • @tktk-om8cg
      @tktk-om8cg Před 7 měsíci +1

      @DoRC I had my stock sledge motor on 8s but it just went out so I'm looking for replacement that will fit stock motor mount

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@tktk-om8cg I think you can get some 4074 motors on Amazon that have a low enough KV to be compatible with 8S. Might want to check on there.
      Otherwise you'll really need to get a reverse mount in order to put anything larger on there.

    • @tktk-om8cg
      @tktk-om8cg Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@DoRC really appreciate your opinion, and I'm trying to keep it as close to stock looking as I can, but thanks

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 7 měsíci

      @@tktk-om8cg In that case you may want to check out the G2 Max 8 system. It is quite a bit more powerful than stock and you may find that you don't actually need to run 8S with it to get the power you want.

  • @Traxxas-and-Dji-mavic2000
    @Traxxas-and-Dji-mavic2000 Před 11 měsíci +2

    My ecs hobbywing max 8 Did catch on fire 😭

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 11 měsíci +2

      That sucks. I have seen a few reports of these catching fire but not crazy amount. Pretty much every brand and model experience is some percentage of catastrophic failures but I don't think these are any more likely than anything else. Did hobbywing take care of you?

    • @Traxxas-and-Dji-mavic2000
      @Traxxas-and-Dji-mavic2000 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@DoRC I’m getting a new hobbywing form thom yes 👍 so that’s good
      👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@Traxxas-and-Dji-mavic2000 Good. I've heard mixed reviews of their warranty support.

  • @onemansvideos2134
    @onemansvideos2134 Před 2 lety

    Almost replaces the max6 right now till they release a new version

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      As far as I'm concerned unless you need 8s it does replace the max6. Are you going to get one?

    • @onemansvideos2134
      @onemansvideos2134 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC kinda want one for my maxx to replace the blx185 thats in it

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      @@onemansvideos2134 the sensored system really is nice and I'm enjoying being able to run my Servo at full voltage :-)

    • @onemansvideos2134
      @onemansvideos2134 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC my receiver is only 6v max so it kinda sucks 😕 I've burnt out a few trying to push 7.4 thru them been thinking about a new radio but id need least 6 receivers also

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      @@onemansvideos2134 yeah that is a bummer. I switched over to the radio link transmitter and have not regretted it. The receivers are less than 20 bucks a piece and they work really well.

  • @kaiarneberg9203
    @kaiarneberg9203 Před rokem +1

    My castle has 8.5v bec

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Which one? I know the three that I've used maxed out at 8 volts. That being said I haven't used all of them. Thanks for watching and if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated :-)

    • @kaiarneberg9203
      @kaiarneberg9203 Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC xlx2. Use that in my kraton. On 8.5v 😊

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Ah. Yes that one looks like it's the exception and does have a higher Bec output. All the other ones as far as I know are 8 volt. It's possible that the latest and greatest ones that they come out with are higher but I haven't messed with those.

    • @kaiarneberg9203
      @kaiarneberg9203 Před rokem +1

      @@DoRC it's pretty awesome in my 36pound kraton with 39/39 800kv 😊

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Nice! I need to try one out soon :-)

  • @daveg5420
    @daveg5420 Před rokem +1

    I wanna be a cool kid

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před rokem +2

      Didja sub?

  • @jeffbryner5355
    @jeffbryner5355 Před 2 lety

    Hands down the best thing you can do to a Traxxas is replace all the electronics! I wouldn't run hobbywing though.spemd the money and buy castle or tekin

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      I've never really had that much bad luck with Traxxas electronics. Their servos are junk for the most part but everything else has been good for me.
      I run Castle on a few things but I primarily run hobbywing and to be honest for a basher hobbywing really represents good value for money. This is especially true with this new system that they just came out with. It has essentially every feature that the castle system does plus a couple of advantages at a lower price. I've never run anything tekin because their stuff isn't waterproof and I like to be able to wash my trucks off. I've probably run 30 or more hobbywing systems over the years and Ive had really good luck with them.
      Thanks for watching if you aren't already subscribed a sub is appreciated!

    • @jeffbryner5355
      @jeffbryner5355 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC I have had vxl escs go up in smoke. There servos are terrible. Receivers quit working and the 12t titans go down the road like a Chem trail 🤣🤣. I have a hobbywing seaking in my spartan that just quit working. Just flashes red. Can't do anything with it. Womt calibrate or anything. The xr8 pro isn't any cheaper then my Tekin xr8. Maybe the max line is but not there elite or pro stuff. My Tekin esc and pro 4 motor has way more power for racing compared to my buddys xr8 combo. I walk him. Same cars same gearing same batterys lol.
      Tekin does have waterproof stuff now. You can get a rx8 waterproof now. They have crawler stuff as well and yes sir I am subscribed amd keep bringing us good content to watch at work to make the day go by faster lol🤘🤘🤘

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad you're enjoying it. I'll have to check out the tekin now that they have a waterproof one. I've only ever really dealt with the easy run series from hobbywing so I can't speak about there higher end stuff.

    • @jeffbryner5355
      @jeffbryner5355 Před 2 lety

      @@DoRC yeah give it a shot! My buddy has now switched from hw to tekin atleast for the race cars for the time being. It seems like all the companies are coming out with basher stuff now. Armma and Traxxas better get ready haha

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  Před 2 lety

      @@jeffbryner5355 do you know where I can find that RX8 waterproof? I see an rx4 waterproof but can't find anything about an RX8 even on tekins site that's waterproof