Anyone Still?
#1
Anyone Still?
Is anyone still running 6 cell packs in there touring cars, and still actually competitive against lipos?
I really on't wanna go the lipo route, but if no is still using them, then I guess I shouldn't either. BTW I am runing 19 turn brushed.Don't noi lipo or nimh would be better anyways?
Cody
I really on't wanna go the lipo route, but if no is still using them, then I guess I shouldn't either. BTW I am runing 19 turn brushed.Don't noi lipo or nimh would be better anyways?
Cody
#2
lipo is slower for maybe the first 2 laps, then they just keep going.
they are just more consistent, and nimh are harder to get now that lipo is getting bigger.
over 5 mins, lipo is far better.
cheers
they are just more consistent, and nimh are harder to get now that lipo is getting bigger.
over 5 mins, lipo is far better.
cheers
#3
Your maintenance time is better spent on the rest of your car.
Just charge your lipo and put it in there.
After the run,recharge it straight away.They like to be kept warm and cozy.
NIMH charge peak is higher,but they sag more under a load.
Just charge your lipo and put it in there.
After the run,recharge it straight away.They like to be kept warm and cozy.
NIMH charge peak is higher,but they sag more under a load.
#5
I just took the lipo plunge because of replacement cost. Once you have to purchase batteries you would be insane to buy anything but lipo. Its tough to make the change until you know your batteries (nimh) are shot. Once they have lost their pop get lipo.
#8
I have two Muchmore CTX chargers.
Cody
Cody
#10
Tech Apprentice
iTrader: (3)
I run Promatch 4600 packs with an Integy 19turn in a TC3 and can be decently competitive. With the group i race with, it's more about set up and driving rather than equipment.
There are some in the club running lipos and brushless and their fast but the driving skills are a bit lacking and their are those who can drive and they are the ones winning, some lipo, some not.
I tell the new racers, work on your driving and set up before worrying about getting the latest go fast goodies.
There are some in the club running lipos and brushless and their fast but the driving skills are a bit lacking and their are those who can drive and they are the ones winning, some lipo, some not.
I tell the new racers, work on your driving and set up before worrying about getting the latest go fast goodies.
Last edited by OvalDude99; 01-04-2009 at 09:29 AM. Reason: Spelling
#11
Its just to much money to go lipo. For the 2 packs I want I'm looking at 200. Thats absolutely crazy!!
Cody
Cody
#13
Tech Elite
iTrader: (25)
It will pay off with LiPO in the long run though. You could go with (2) Zippy 4000mah LiPO's for $28 each and I have heard good things about them. You will easily pay $50 for a loose 6 cell NiMH pack. You will need at least so if you go with 2 that's at least $100 right there. Check out the Yeah Racing LiPO's too.
#14
Wow. Now thats what I like to hear! lol
#15
Tech Elite
iTrader: (25)
Now for some links:
Ultraline Hobbies sells Yeah Racing. http://www.ultralinehobbies.com/
Hobby City sells the Zippy LiPO's. http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...idProduct=8357
You'll need to buy a balancer too which is about $30. I use the Electrifly Equinox but there are other good balancers too.
Ultraline Hobbies sells Yeah Racing. http://www.ultralinehobbies.com/
Hobby City sells the Zippy LiPO's. http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...idProduct=8357
You'll need to buy a balancer too which is about $30. I use the Electrifly Equinox but there are other good balancers too.