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Old 11-09-2013, 09:57 AM
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Hello Monster Trucks,

I've got an old Traxxas Sledgehammer that I got for slightly more than a song and a dance at a garage sale. And I'm certain that's all it's worth...and it runs.

But of course, being a rookie full of notions, I would like to upgrade the motor and ESC to something water resistant w/BEC.

I'm NOT looking to drop a a ton of money or shove too much power through the drive train. It's old and I know that if I start bashing much at all, there's going to be a lack of spare parts.

Would this be appropriate?
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...stem-Combo-35T

Or? Too many turns on the motor?


Thanks much. We'll both appreciate it.
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Old 11-09-2013, 08:27 PM
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That is going to be pretty slow by today's standards for anything other than a crawler.

My recommendation , pick up one of the hpi firebolt or a traxxas brushed motor and a cheap brushed speed control like a traxxas xl5 on ebay.
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Thanks much. I appreciate the input.
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Look for the hobbywing waterproof esc, it's about $25 on ebay. Pair that up to an HPI firebolt motor as mentioned above, and it will run pretty good, and be waterproof.
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