Official AE RC18 Thread!

[jeff jenkins]

quick question... if you run a lipo thats a 3-cell 11.1 volts is it safe to use with the stock set-up electronics with out damaging them?

[BimmerDriver]

Originally Posted by BimmerDriver

I believe sometimes it's hard to justify the cost of a kit, when an RTR can get you racing so much quicker. Even if I use my Spektrum or XS3 radio I'd still need a battery, ESC and a motor. That's another $50+ over the cost of the RTR and I don't have to take one of my cars apart.

OK guys (and gals), this was your cue to convince me that I really do need a Factory Team RC18B. Now get to work.

[BimmerDriver]

Originally Posted by jeff jenkins

quick question... if you run a lipo thats a 3-cell 11.1 volts is it safe to use with the stock set-up electronics with out damaging them?

According to the Tower Hobbies the answer is no, it is not safe.

NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

This is the stock replacement XPS 8023AE Micro Electronic Speed Control
for the Team Associated RC18T truck - ASCC2010.

FEATURES: Direct replacement ESC for the RC18T
Forward and reverse with switchable forward-only racing mode
Uses the latest SMD-MOS FETs
Plug-and-play setup
Pre-installed motor leads with connectors
Pre-installed battery leads with micro connector
Pre-installed radio lead with Futaba J style connector
Pre-installed ON/OFF switch

INCLUDES: One micro size speed control
One blue anodized aluminum heatsink
Two pieces of heatsink mounting tape

REQUIRES: Mounting to the model with servo tape - ASCC2785

SPECS: Length: 1.02" (26mm)
Width: 1.02" (26mm)
Height: .61" (15.6mm)
Weight: 1.09oz (31 grams)
Voltage input: 4.8-8.5V
Internal resistance: 0.0045Ohm
Momentary load (1 second): 50A
Brief load (30 seconds): 30A
Continuous load (5 minutes): 20A
BEC voltage: 5V
BEC current: 1A
Frequency: 2.8KHz

[Bermbuster]

Originally Posted by BimmerDriver

OK guys (and gals), this was your cue to convince me that I really do need a Factory Team RC18B. Now get to work.

with FT kit you get to paint your buggy so you can tell which one is yours in a race.

lets do some math
rtr $150 www.killerhobbies.com

FT kit $130
motor $30 and up
esc $50 and up
servo $20 and up
rx $70 and up
battery $15 and up
(paint, oil, ca glue, ds tape $25)
You need at least $350 to make the FT a reality......
not very convincing....

[slicvicpr87]

lol the FT is sooo worth the money tho!....im thinkin bout trying that trick to extend the wheel base.....the back looks easy....but is there any tricks to doing the front??

[warpig]

I'm not sure why you'd extend it.. it's worth a try just to experiment. But, the rear is already too light and that would make less weight on the axles. But, hey.. sometimes the opposite thing does what you want.

[jeff jenkins]

Originally Posted by BimmerDriver

According to the Tower Hobbies the answer is no, it is not safe.

NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

This is the stock replacement XPS 8023AE Micro Electronic Speed Control
for the Team Associated RC18T truck - ASCC2010.

FEATURES: Direct replacement ESC for the RC18T
Forward and reverse with switchable forward-only racing mode
Uses the latest SMD-MOS FETs
Plug-and-play setup
Pre-installed motor leads with connectors
Pre-installed battery leads with micro connector
Pre-installed radio lead with Futaba J style connector
Pre-installed ON/OFF switch

INCLUDES: One micro size speed control
One blue anodized aluminum heatsink
Two pieces of heatsink mounting tape

REQUIRES: Mounting to the model with servo tape - ASCC2785

SPECS: Length: 1.02" (26mm)
Width: 1.02" (26mm)
Height: .61" (15.6mm)
Weight: 1.09oz (31 grams)
Voltage input: 4.8-8.5V
Internal resistance: 0.0045Ohm
Momentary load (1 second): 50A
Brief load (30 seconds): 30A
Continuous load (5 minutes): 20A
BEC voltage: 5V
BEC current: 1A
Frequency: 2.8KHz

thanks for the response.. anyways i was just wondering because i just got an 18t lastnight exactly at midnightand i work for teambrood so i have a ton of lipo's at my disposal from vxr . i noticed the 11.1v overheats the esc so it goes into safe mode.. so i grabbed the same mah pack that was a 2 cell 7.4mah and its pretty sweet. so thanks for the quick response.

jeff jenkins
teambrood racing

[driftmaster]

Originally Posted by jeff jenkins

thanks for the response.. anyways i was just wondering because i just got an 18t lastnight exactly at midnightand i work for teambrood so i have a ton of lipo's at my disposal from vxr . i noticed the 11.1v overheats the esc so it goes into safe mode.. so i grabbed the same mah pack that was a 2 cell 7.4mah and its pretty sweet. so thanks for the quick response.

jeff jenkins
teambrood racing

Love the avatar, is that your house or your buddies, . Its the amps you worry about, not the volts. Try gearing too a higher ratio.
drift,

[BimmerDriver]

OK, I already have a JR RS310 receiver, and plenty of paint.

How is this math?

$134.99 RC18B FT
19.99 Duratrax 1400mAh Battery
4.79 Airtronics Mini-T Servo Saver
8.99 Freight
-25.00 Tower rebate
$143.76 Total of order #!

$118.99 Mamba Brushless
29.99 Airtronics 94091Z Micro Servo
6.09 (2) Deans Ultra Plug
8.99 Freight
-25.00 Tower Rebate
$139.06 Total of order #2

$282.82 Total of both orders

versus

$172.99 RC18B RTR
8.99 Freight
-25.00 Tower Rebate
$156.98 Total of order #1

$118.99 Mamba brushless
19.99 Duratrax 1400 mAh Battery
12.36 (4) Deans Ultra Plug
8.99 Freight
-25.00 Tower Rebate
$135.33 Total of order #2

$292.31 Total of both orders

So.... for about $10 LESS I can have a Factory Team brushless RC18B!!

OK, I know I could e-bay the radio and ESC... but work with me here, I'm trying to justify a FT!!

[Quinton]

I don't get your question. A FT is $10 cheaper... nuff said.
I would skip the duratrash battery and get a lipo or GP though

[ProudSavageOwnr]

if u want i got a rc18 im selling that i just confirmed @ 133kph ...has brushless and brand new spur and pinion

[Sylvain]

133 KPH is pretty fast !

[jeff jenkins]

how fast is that in mph?

[HotrodHopkins]

about 83mph

[jeff jenkins]

damn what setup are you running to get that speed.