Twin Speedies for an E maxx
07-06-2006, 07:29 PM
#16
Do you know exactly why it was as slow as christmas, was it the elctrical setup u were using the esc's or what other factor?
07-13-2006, 11:48 PM
#17
Jaybeedee- I agree on you on that one, if budget can allow go for evx or the new HV maxx, that if your lukin for speed. Used to have An emx and e-zilla aswell. Rite know I run my twinforce with just a low cost LRP plus Runner and bolted a typeS motor, with the stock pinion(18T) I may say it runs faster that a modified Clod or TXT etc. Can you hit me bak regarding your twin force?
07-16-2006, 06:21 AM
#18
whats the HV maxx speedie is it any good??
07-16-2006, 06:32 AM
#19
Tech Master
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If the speedo is still in the truck but just fried, check the Traxxas site. They repiar for a flat fee of $15 plus $5 shipping here in the US. Your shipping would obviously be different, but still a lot less than a new speedo. They also have onfo on motor turn limits, etc. If you're going to stay with brushed motors and have to buy a new speedo, just get the new Traxxas one. It's made by Novak, same as the EVX I believe. If you go brushless you won't need more than one motor.
07-16-2006, 08:46 AM
#20
Originally Posted by DJB
whats the HV maxx speedie is it any good??
http://www.teamnovak.com/products/index.html
07-16-2006, 11:22 PM
#21
thanks thats what i needed to know
the HV can be wired to take dual battery packs and thats awesome, a mod i cant wait to do.
In the mean time i emailed traxxas and they said as you said 15 dollar fixing fee plus since im an international customer 25 dollars shipping and also you have to insure it for 180.00
err what lol
Also, they talk about about charging you, but where do u pay, do they send you a bill and you fix it up later? or can you direct debit traxxas or send a postal money order? what would be best
the HV can be wired to take dual battery packs and thats awesome, a mod i cant wait to do.
In the mean time i emailed traxxas and they said as you said 15 dollar fixing fee plus since im an international customer 25 dollars shipping and also you have to insure it for 180.00
err what lol Also, they talk about about charging you, but where do u pay, do they send you a bill and you fix it up later? or can you direct debit traxxas or send a postal money order? what would be best
07-17-2006, 09:05 AM
#22
DJB, I think it is more hassle free if you buy a new one.
You have to consider those shipping charges and custom duties. But if it is still under warranty, thats different. For international, they are requiring credit card info when you mail them the product for servicing. You can download their form on their website (traxxas.com). But, personally, mailing card info is very risky.
You have to consider those shipping charges and custom duties. But if it is still under warranty, thats different. For international, they are requiring credit card info when you mail them the product for servicing. You can download their form on their website (traxxas.com). But, personally, mailing card info is very risky.
07-17-2006, 12:19 PM
#23
Tech Master
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DJB, I'd definitely look into the shipping costs. I traded trucks once with a guy in Canada, PAID IN FULL here to ship it to him. When it got to Canada there was something like $42 in fees added to it by their customs and shipping people. I forget the whole deal now, I ended up splitting the fees with him. But yeah, look on the Traxxas website. I only know all this b/c I have a used E-maxx on the way to me and it has a fried speedo, LOL. But I'm in Houston and they're in Dallas so it's a no-brainer for me. If the fried speedo is an EVX it can cost more, but they still cap it at $40.
07-18-2006, 03:15 AM
#24
Thanks heaps for both your input, my models esc was actually swapped with another and i got left with the dud one and the truck in perfect nick, so im still unsure whether to send it or not. I think ill ring and get the price direct. thanks for you help.....
On a bit of a different note, what mods do you emaxx guys have out there to get land record straight line speed..... ok the obvious brushless donks or very low turn brushed motors, but as far as drivetrain and other bits and pieces go what would be best??
I've seen the steel diffs and they look cool and hit the wallet a bit, but i assume they would hold up to brushless a bit better, what about say the u joints or the drive shafts??
and the arms and things like that, the aluminium upgrades would obviosuly be heavier but would there be any harder type plastic ones on the market?? Post whatever pictures you have of your trucks too that would be mad if you have some awesome bits and pieces on them
ive heard of a truck crackin 67 km/h here and that was 2 years ago, i cant wait to see what sort of speeds u guys are getting
On a bit of a different note, what mods do you emaxx guys have out there to get land record straight line speed..... ok the obvious brushless donks or very low turn brushed motors, but as far as drivetrain and other bits and pieces go what would be best??
I've seen the steel diffs and they look cool and hit the wallet a bit, but i assume they would hold up to brushless a bit better, what about say the u joints or the drive shafts??
and the arms and things like that, the aluminium upgrades would obviosuly be heavier but would there be any harder type plastic ones on the market?? Post whatever pictures you have of your trucks too that would be mad if you have some awesome bits and pieces on them
ive heard of a truck crackin 67 km/h here and that was 2 years ago, i cant wait to see what sort of speeds u guys are getting
07-18-2006, 04:29 AM
#25
Originally Posted by DJB
Thanks heaps for both your input, my models esc was actually swapped with another and i got left with the dud one and the truck in perfect nick, so im still unsure whether to send it or not. I think ill ring and get the price direct. thanks for you help.....
On a bit of a different note, what mods do you emaxx guys have out there to get land record straight line speed..... ok the obvious brushless donks or very low turn brushed motors, but as far as drivetrain and other bits and pieces go what would be best??
I've seen the steel diffs and they look cool and hit the wallet a bit, but i assume they would hold up to brushless a bit better, what about say the u joints or the drive shafts??
and the arms and things like that, the aluminium upgrades would obviosuly be heavier but would there be any harder type plastic ones on the market?? Post whatever pictures you have of your trucks too that would be mad if you have some awesome bits and pieces on them
ive heard of a truck crackin 67 km/h here and that was 2 years ago, i cant wait to see what sort of speeds u guys are getting
On a bit of a different note, what mods do you emaxx guys have out there to get land record straight line speed..... ok the obvious brushless donks or very low turn brushed motors, but as far as drivetrain and other bits and pieces go what would be best??
I've seen the steel diffs and they look cool and hit the wallet a bit, but i assume they would hold up to brushless a bit better, what about say the u joints or the drive shafts??
and the arms and things like that, the aluminium upgrades would obviosuly be heavier but would there be any harder type plastic ones on the market?? Post whatever pictures you have of your trucks too that would be mad if you have some awesome bits and pieces on them
ive heard of a truck crackin 67 km/h here and that was 2 years ago, i cant wait to see what sort of speeds u guys are getting
07-18-2006, 07:44 AM
#26
Tech Master
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First off, 67 kph is 40 mph. Second, top speed is primarily a function of gear ratio and the RPM your motor will spin. Bigger pinion/smaller spur + more top speed, but it's harder on the motor and batteries and acceleration will suffer. Lower wind motors like you said. Friction is the other force that comes into play. Make sure your bearings, etc. are in good shape and nothing is binding so the motors don't have to work to overcome drag. Where did you see the metal diff cases? I've been toying with the idea of building a dual brushless Maxx, but that will take some serious drivetrain reworking.
07-25-2006, 04:59 AM
#28
Speed For the Emaxx
How is the best way to build more speed from the RTR EMaxx!
07-25-2006, 07:50 AM
#29
Use 7 cell and put bigger pinions (or smaller spur). Then use road rage street tires, regular maxx tire size. Check if motors or ESC is heating too much. YOu might be overgeared if ever. Install heat sinks and the optional motor mount.
If you have the extra dough, buy the trinity mod motors.
If you have the extra dough, buy the trinity mod motors.
08-15-2006, 10:50 AM
#30
On my Emaxx I am running the HV Maxx system from novak and the truck is pretty quick. The acceleration is amazing! I was running it with Orion 4800 lipos until I lost all the transmission parts while moving. I was going to install the lightweight shafts inside the gearbox and put better bearings in it. I also have Powerstroke shocks and aluminum bulkheads and center rails. The truck had decent top speed. I put a Robinson steel T-Maxx 72 tooth spur gear and slippper with an 18 tooth pinion. it was wheelie city anywhere in 2nd gear. I would say it did roughly 35, plus or minus a few mph with the lipos. Just imagine what it would do with the 66 tooth spur gear! I want the new 6.5 HV brushless, and the 66 tooth Robinson slipper and spur so it isn't so out of control (20 mph wheelies) when it hooks with good tires on the dirt.