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Brushlessboy · 05-04-2009, 05:12 AM

As a long time user of Fantom in 1/10 EP offroad, and having just built a new RC8Te I was wondering, (hopeing) if Fantom had any plans to produce a range of 1/8 motors and larger (4s) battery packs. I currently run Neu motor with the Fantom 40c cells, but would love to be able to run full Fantom gear in my 1/8th.

Az-Cowboy · 05-05-2009, 12:12 AM

Yes, from what i have been told is there will be a FANTOM 1/8th sclae Motor. You are looking a few months probably. Fantom is doing right and not releasing them till the are Perfect. Remember the " FANTOM " way is to put you 1st in the A-Main way.

P.S. When it comes out, Hold on it will be FAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Brushlessboy · 05-05-2009, 06:11 AM

Awesome. Once out there will be at least a couple of them coming my way.
Would love to see some 4s Hard Case 5000/6000mah 30c coming out too.

Fantom Racing · 05-06-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Brushlessboy

Awesome. Once out there will be at least a couple of them coming my way.
Would love to see some 4s Hard Case 5000/6000mah 30c coming out too.

Hello,

Thank you for your post and interest in Fantom products.

As Cowboy mentioned above, yes we are working on 1/8 brushless motors. We are still a few months away from releasing them, but the good news is that we will have 4S lipos within about 1 to 2 weeks. We are trying to get everything posted on our web site by this weekend. We will have 4300/25C/4S, 5400/25C/4S, 4200/40C/4S, and 5000/40C/4S packs.

Check out our web site by Monday and we should have everything listed.

Thanks,
Jeff
Fantom Racing

RCHavoc · 05-06-2009, 07:22 PM

Looks like ill need to get an RC8E....

Brushlessboy · 08-06-2009, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Fantom Racing

Hello,

Thank you for your post and interest in Fantom products.

As Cowboy mentioned above, yes we are working on 1/8 brushless motors. We are still a few months away from releasing them.

Thanks,
Jeff
Fantom Racing

Ok Jeff and the guys.
It's been a few months, so where are we on the 1/8ths?
I've just blown up 2 Neu's and am thinking a cheap ass Hobbywing system until my beloved Fantom sells me a 1/8 motor.
Please tell me they wont be long..... PLEASE!
Darren

Fantom Racing · 08-06-2009, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Brushlessboy

Ok Jeff and the guys.
It's been a few months, so where are we on the 1/8ths?
I've just blown up 2 Neu's and am thinking a cheap ass Hobbywing system until my beloved Fantom sells me a 1/8 motor.
Please tell me they wont be long..... PLEASE!
Darren

Hi Darren,

Thank you for your message.

We are running behind with our 1/8 motors, basically because it is taking longer than expected with testing our new 1/10th motors. We have to get the 1/10th motors finalized before we can move on to the 1/8 motors. I'm sorry I can't give you better news right now.

At this time we are pointing customers to the Tekin Rx 1/8 systems. These systems are top notch.

All the best,
Jeff
Fantom Racing

Brushlessboy · 08-07-2009, 04:04 AM

Thanks Jeff.
I must say I'm suprised to see a quality manufacturer like Fantom basically recommending another supplier, but it instills me with confidence that the Tekin 2000kv system I just ordered for my truggy seems to meet with your approval.
Please try and keep us informed because as I already pointed out, because of the quality of your 1/10s I will be the first inline for what I know will be the best 1/8 motor on the market!
Darren

West Coast Model Rally
Model Offroad Buggy Club
Radio Rally Club

Australia

Fantom Racing · 08-08-2009, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Brushlessboy

Thanks Jeff.
I must say I'm suprised to see a quality manufacturer like Fantom basically recommending another supplier, but it instills me with confidence that the Tekin 2000kv system I just ordered for my truggy seems to meet with your approval.
Please try and keep us informed because as I already pointed out, because of the quality of your 1/10s I will be the first inline for what I know will be the best 1/8 motor on the market!
Darren

West Coast Model Rally
Model Offroad Buggy Club
Radio Rally Club

Australia

Darren,

Thank you for your vote of confidence. We really appreciate your support.

We will let everyone know here when we have our 1/8 motors ready. Joining our mailing list is also a way of receiving up to date information from us.

Thanks again,
Jeff
Fantom Racing

Brushlessboy · 08-08-2009, 05:38 PM

I thought I was on your mailing list Jeff.
Guess I'll have to buy something else and make sure I'm on it....