Originally Posted by
bushyar15
That might be true but what about....
1) How much run time will I get out of a Lipo pack? Mains are anywhere from 20-40 minutes....
2) How long will it take to switch out a pack, making sure its secure?
3) Overheating either the ESC or motor in a long main...
Just some additional thoughts...
1. Depends on many things. You might be able to get 20 minutes of run time on a pack though.
2. With current technology, it would take a little while. Many years ago there was an electric oval endurance race that required pit stops. Racers built themselves quick release battery trays which allowed battery pack changes as fast if not faster than a fuel stop. Shouldn't be tough to apply that technology to 1/8th scales if necessary
3. Overheating the ESC/motor is a matter of being overgeared like any car. Some testing with a heat gun would tell you whether you're geared properly or not.