Trukz Calgary - 1/10 Scale Off road Racing
#827
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That's why I too am asking the question.
550 brushed bigger, longer comm, more torque
540 brushed smaller, smaller comm, more rpm
now throw in brushless motors and I'm confused.
Paging Mr. West.......LOL
Last edited by chongo; 09-02-2010 at 05:11 PM.
#828
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Isnt the SC10 fitted with a 17t? Id be more focused on that motor than the 12t paperweight....
In the dirt, they all ran similar, I know one of the guys was running a 17.5 and was the same speed as everyone, but it will be interesting on carpet. I dont see problem with leaving it as is, 17.5, and then IF there is a huge speed advantage with a 17.5, it can be looked at during the season.
Does anyone have a SC10 Roller lying around???
In the dirt, they all ran similar, I know one of the guys was running a 17.5 and was the same speed as everyone, but it will be interesting on carpet. I dont see problem with leaving it as is, 17.5, and then IF there is a huge speed advantage with a 17.5, it can be looked at during the season.
Does anyone have a SC10 Roller lying around???
#829
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your correct Aaron but a 17.5T brushless is equivalent of a 27T 540 brushed motor not a 550 12T brushed.
That's why I too am asking the question.
550 brushed bigger, longer comm, more torque
540 brushed smaller, smaller comm, more rpm
now throw in brushless motors and I'm confused.
Paging Mr. West.......LOL
That's why I too am asking the question.
550 brushed bigger, longer comm, more torque
540 brushed smaller, smaller comm, more rpm
now throw in brushless motors and I'm confused.
Paging Mr. West.......LOL
I totally agree with adding a no-maintenance brushless option to this class and a 17.5 is the most reasonable motor to pick. Most tracks in the States running CORR truck classes include 27t brushed, 17.5 BL, and any of the RTR brushed motor options in their Stock Class. As the Trukz exec listens to and takes advice from the racers, if there are clear performance advantages running the 17.5, then we will make changes later.
#830
Last year at the first race Rod had a 17.5 in his sc10. He TQed and won the A-main but I don't think much of that had to do with the motor, because I wasnt too far behind him with my titan 12t powered sc10..
#831
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Just look at the last off-road night - Jeff's truck was running with a totally pooched motor and he still finished in second... Power is nothing without control (stolen from a Pirelli add)
#832
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Indoors, all of this discussion becomes less important as straights are too short for the cars to stretch their legs, and as you alluded to, it is more about the driver than the vehicle.
Just look at the last off-road night - Jeff's truck was running with a totally pooched motor and he still finished in second... Power is nothing without control (stolen from a Pirelli add)
Just look at the last off-road night - Jeff's truck was running with a totally pooched motor and he still finished in second... Power is nothing without control (stolen from a Pirelli add)
Yup it was a dog, but I have a new one to put in.
I only got 2nd because Colton had a major hickup.......
I blew up a reedy in 10 minutes, geared it too tall. It needs to be lower than stock gearing.
HPI 15T forget about it, that motor is a dog with nothing for brakes when applied.
also currently running a twister 2 with a reedy 19t brushed and OMG is that a trip!!!
Can't imagine these guys with a 10.5 brushless in them......
#833
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Considering you can pick up a SP 17.5 motor combo (thats motor AND ESC!) for $80cdn in your hand (Ivan's group buy), im happy to hear BL is included. If you have a stock brushed motor going south, consider the SP 17.5 combo, its a great option! Plus you can use the same motor and esc in Stock Touring. Even if the 17.5 is slightly quicker, or slower, id like to see us stick with the 17.5 rule, as the Touring guys will always have a flow of second hand motors for the Corr guys to pick up!
#834
Hey Guys
This is great discussion. Let's keep this going and we will come up with a decision on motors or finalize the 17.5 option.
Like AJ mentioned, once we have confirmed a motor option I will ask Ivan about getting the Speed Passion group by going for the selected motor so people that want a brushless option can get one on the cheap.
Looking forward to a couple more successful outdoor races then some great indoor races.
I will post the Trukz sponsored outdoor race days in September soon.
Thanks All
Aaron
This is great discussion. Let's keep this going and we will come up with a decision on motors or finalize the 17.5 option.
Like AJ mentioned, once we have confirmed a motor option I will ask Ivan about getting the Speed Passion group by going for the selected motor so people that want a brushless option can get one on the cheap.
Looking forward to a couple more successful outdoor races then some great indoor races.
I will post the Trukz sponsored outdoor race days in September soon.
Thanks All
Aaron
#835
Tech Master
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Considering you can pick up a SP 17.5 motor combo (thats motor AND ESC!) for $80cdn in your hand (Ivan's group buy), im happy to hear BL is included. If you have a stock brushed motor going south, consider the SP 17.5 combo, its a great option! Plus you can use the same motor and esc in Stock Touring. Even if the 17.5 is slightly quicker, or slower, id like to see us stick with the 17.5 rule, as the Touring guys will always have a flow of second hand motors for the Corr guys to pick up!
#836
Tech Elite
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Hey Guys
This is great discussion. Let's keep this going and we will come up with a decision on motors or finalize the 17.5 option.
Like AJ mentioned, once we have confirmed a motor option I will ask Ivan about getting the Speed Passion group by going for the selected motor so people that want a brushless option can get one on the cheap.
Looking forward to a couple more successful outdoor races then some great indoor races.
I will post the Trukz sponsored outdoor race days in September soon.
Thanks All
Aaron
This is great discussion. Let's keep this going and we will come up with a decision on motors or finalize the 17.5 option.
Like AJ mentioned, once we have confirmed a motor option I will ask Ivan about getting the Speed Passion group by going for the selected motor so people that want a brushless option can get one on the cheap.
Looking forward to a couple more successful outdoor races then some great indoor races.
I will post the Trukz sponsored outdoor race days in September soon.
Thanks All
Aaron
Ivan
#837
Hey guys, giving you the first heads up... This morning Rod slashed prices on a bunch of Associated cars, someone might want to snap 'em up.. 1 x FT T4 kit for $199, 1 x T4 RTR for $149, 2 x FT B4 kit for $149, there's also a FT RC8 kit for $299 and a FT GT2 kit for $149.
Also, for what it's worth, there's a new version of the 4pk coming out, the 4pks, so we are blowing out our stock of the regular 4pk @ $419.
Also, for what it's worth, there's a new version of the 4pk coming out, the 4pks, so we are blowing out our stock of the regular 4pk @ $419.
#840
4PKS coming out? It's already out!!!
Those are some great deals though guys.
Those are some great deals though guys.