Thoughts/Opinions on 550 2-pole motors in 4x4SCT
#1
Thoughts/Opinions on 550 2-pole motors in 4x4SCT
I have been running an rx8/4600 now 4300HD and I am just getting tired of puffing $$$$$$$ batteries etc. And thats with the current limiter set to 55. Anyway, I have a few fellow racers that run 550 2-poles and love them. I've driven 1 of them for a few laps, and it is smoother than any 4-pole I've ever driven. My only concern/question is, do you ever feel like you are lacking power or getting beat due to the 2-pole motor. I have a few Orion R10pro's lying around, so I was thinking about putting that in with the 2-pole. Just looking for some opinions from people that do or have ran the 2-poles
#3
The fastest guy at our track runs a SC10 4x4 with a Reedy 5.0 Turn and he does not lack any power. We race medium sized indoor clay 15-16 second laps if that gives you an idea. He is a lap or two above everyone else but that is his skill and probably not the truck. So yes a 550 2 pole is very capable.
#4
I love mine I have the reedy sonic 4.5 550 can. Super smooth and more usable power than the 4 poles and I haven't puffed a battery in 5 months
#6
You shouldn't be puffing packs if your esc is setup correctly, gearing, and you're batteries are decent.
What are you running for batteries? Gearing? Esc settings?
What are you running for batteries? Gearing? Esc settings?
#7
Reedy 550 4.5 Sonic wins all the big event where I race..
The 4 poles are just as smooth,if you can't win with one ?
Not gona win with the other either.
The 4 poles are just as smooth,if you can't win with one ?
Not gona win with the other either.
#11
Local kid at our track runs the thunder power 4.0 turn 550 2 pole motor. He is flippin' fast. I think he races for TLR but not sure. He's racing the Losi 2.0 scte.
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I have been really happy with my Orion VST 4.0T 550 2 Pole motors. I run a little boost in my R10 and gear low. I have a smooth bottom, but all the power I need on the top end. Running at super high grip (high amp draw) and hot races like Cactus and the Shootout, I haven't had any issues, and temp stay below 180F. Indoors, I am only around 140F and it's quick for sure.