New SS13.5 Pro Stock Brushless Motor
04-13-2007, 11:57 AM
#211
Just a heads up for anyone purchasing a Novak SS13.5 Pro.
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
04-13-2007, 12:04 PM
#212
Have you received--or, have you known of anyone receiving, the earlier version 13.5 motor?
Originally Posted by ShaunMac
Just a heads up for anyone purchasing a Novak SS13.5 Pro.
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
04-13-2007, 12:38 PM
#214
ShaunMac,
Where did you come up with that info? From a Tower phone rep? I'm afraid you are giving out mis-information.
Charlie has confirmed, Novak's model number #3413 is now the Pro version. Period. They are no longer making any model #3413 with bonded rotors. If you purchase a #3413 you will get the new Pro version. For about a month or so, the old 13.5's were sold out at Tower. Then the new 13.5 Pro's came in stock.
I have ordered from Tower and received the Pro version. Other's racers at my track have as well. So far, everyone that has posted on these forums has received the new Pro version when ordering the $76 SS13.5 from Tower. In fact, you cannot currently buy a 13.5 with a bonded rotor from Tower until the Extreme Sports 13.5 comes out later.
If anything on Tower is wrong, the picture is outdated. Everything else is correct.
Where did you come up with that info? From a Tower phone rep? I'm afraid you are giving out mis-information.
Charlie has confirmed, Novak's model number #3413 is now the Pro version. Period. They are no longer making any model #3413 with bonded rotors. If you purchase a #3413 you will get the new Pro version. For about a month or so, the old 13.5's were sold out at Tower. Then the new 13.5 Pro's came in stock.
I have ordered from Tower and received the Pro version. Other's racers at my track have as well. So far, everyone that has posted on these forums has received the new Pro version when ordering the $76 SS13.5 from Tower. In fact, you cannot currently buy a 13.5 with a bonded rotor from Tower until the Extreme Sports 13.5 comes out later.
If anything on Tower is wrong, the picture is outdated. Everything else is correct.
Last edited by James35; 04-13-2007 at 01:32 PM.
04-13-2007, 01:31 PM
#215
According to the ESC chart on Novak's site, the SS Pro 13.5 generates 195 watts, which is exactly the same as the SS4300/EX10.5 (bonded rotor). I've run both these motors extensively, and in a sedan, a 4300/bonded would be a lap or two faster than a 13.5/sintered. Is this wattage rating correct? There's been talk of wattage being the definitive rating for motor power, but I'm beginning to wonder if that's truly the case.
04-13-2007, 01:51 PM
#216
Novak works closely with the buyer at Great Planes whenever it is necessary to phase in new products or upgrades---well in advance of the shipments of the new items. Their purchasing dept. is always aware and conscientious about "locking out" the new products until the older versions are sold.
I agree that this can be confusing. It is always possible that mistakes could happen, but either Tower or Novak would rectify the error.
I agree that this can be confusing. It is always possible that mistakes could happen, but either Tower or Novak would rectify the error.
04-13-2007, 02:08 PM
#217
Got my Novak SS 13.5 Pro from Tower Hobbies this week. They shipped the correct one despite the picture on the website when I ordered approx 3 wks ago. I think you are wrong about them shipping the old motors.
This is a very efficient motor. I am getting almost 20 minutes of run time with an Orion 3200 lipo in my truck. Still working on the gearing. Started with a 19t pinion, now using a 21t pinion, motor still doesn't even get warm after 18 minutes of continuous full throttle.
This is a very efficient motor. I am getting almost 20 minutes of run time with an Orion 3200 lipo in my truck. Still working on the gearing. Started with a 19t pinion, now using a 21t pinion, motor still doesn't even get warm after 18 minutes of continuous full throttle.
Originally Posted by ShaunMac
Just a heads up for anyone purchasing a Novak SS13.5 Pro.
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
Tower Hobbies lists a #3413 SS13.5 Pro on their site for $76.99. This IS NOT the "PRO" version of the 13.5. The word PRO is an error on Tower Hobbies part. It's the version without the sintered rotor, ribbed can and orange timing ring.
The fact that NOVAK didn't change the item# on the newer PRO version because it was only "upgraded, not changed" makes things confusing. Both versions of the SS 13.5 have the same #3413 item number. In the busy warehouse world, as the newer #3413 motor comes in it will most likely be put in the same bin as the older #3413 motor. That means you could get the older version or the newer version when your order is picked in the warehouse.
Dealers need to make sure they separate the different versions and sell them as separate "PRO" and Standard" versions. Noboby wants to pay $80 for the 13.5 with the bonded rotor. That's why it's being renamed the EX Series and sold for $59. Once all the older version #3413's are sold this will not be a problem. Until then, buyer beware!
04-13-2007, 02:22 PM
#219
Originally Posted by James35
Generally speaking, the 13.5 needs to be geared about 10+ teeth higher than a 27T brushed motor. These motors have a ton of torque.
This truck is going to fly 
Goodbye brushes and comm lathe, or more like good riddance.
04-13-2007, 04:45 PM
#220
Snydrome, Thats the fun part about specs. They are hard to relate to real world usage. We are in the process of figuring out the best way to explain the power of each motor. Really it's a toss up. I think more explaining and more data will be needed.
The watts still is only part of the equation. Just comparing one factor doesn't tell you enough I think.
The watts still is only part of the equation. Just comparing one factor doesn't tell you enough I think.
04-13-2007, 06:03 PM
#221
Originally Posted by James35
ShaunMac,
Where did you come up with that info? From a Tower phone rep? I'm afraid you are giving out mis-information.
Charlie has confirmed, Novak's model number #3413 is now the Pro version. Period. They are no longer making any model #3413 with bonded rotors. If you purchase a #3413 you will get the new Pro version. For about a month or so, the old 13.5's were sold out at Tower. Then the new 13.5 Pro's came in stock.
I have ordered from Tower and received the Pro version. Other's racers at my track have as well. So far, everyone that has posted on these forums has received the new Pro version when ordering the $76 SS13.5 from Tower. In fact, you cannot currently buy a 13.5 with a bonded rotor from Tower until the Extreme Sports 13.5 comes out later.
If anything on Tower is wrong, the picture is outdated. Everything else is correct.
Where did you come up with that info? From a Tower phone rep? I'm afraid you are giving out mis-information.
Charlie has confirmed, Novak's model number #3413 is now the Pro version. Period. They are no longer making any model #3413 with bonded rotors. If you purchase a #3413 you will get the new Pro version. For about a month or so, the old 13.5's were sold out at Tower. Then the new 13.5 Pro's came in stock.
I have ordered from Tower and received the Pro version. Other's racers at my track have as well. So far, everyone that has posted on these forums has received the new Pro version when ordering the $76 SS13.5 from Tower. In fact, you cannot currently buy a 13.5 with a bonded rotor from Tower until the Extreme Sports 13.5 comes out later.
If anything on Tower is wrong, the picture is outdated. Everything else is correct.
04-13-2007, 06:07 PM
#222
Originally Posted by syndr0me
According to the ESC chart on Novak's site, the SS Pro 13.5 generates 195 watts, which is exactly the same as the SS4300/EX10.5 (bonded rotor). I've run both these motors extensively, and in a sedan, a 4300/bonded would be a lap or two faster than a 13.5/sintered. Is this wattage rating correct? There's been talk of wattage being the definitive rating for motor power, but I'm beginning to wonder if that's truly the case.
The 13.5 pro puts out:
195W
standard 13.5 puts out
165W
27T brushed motor puts out about
120/130W
you do the math which is faster......
04-13-2007, 06:17 PM
#223
Originally Posted by whoopass
The 13.5 pro puts out:
195W
standard 13.5 puts out
165W
27T brushed motor puts out about
120/130W
you do the math which is faster......
195W
standard 13.5 puts out
165W
27T brushed motor puts out about
120/130W
you do the math which is faster......
04-13-2007, 06:29 PM
#224
Originally Posted by syndr0me
That's nice, but it's not what I was talking about. The 10.5/bonded puts out 195 watts, and it's significantly faster than a 13.5/sintered that has the same 195 watt rating. To me, this says there's far more to rating a motor than its wattage, contrary to what people so adamantly say on this site. I don't care what a 27T stock does, I don't race a vintage class.
Some may vary, you may get a 13.5 with 180 watts ?and one with 200 watts?
Same as the 4300, only the bonded rotor on the track will fade from the heat strain under racing loads.
There are so many stipulations we will never be 100% accurate I don't think.
Even in our 4300 class there are differences, I have a 4300 right now brand new straight out of the package that my 13.5 can beat. Look at K-Blacks 13.5 some time, I've told him I think they mixed your can with a 4300 can.