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03-29-2013, 07:42 AM

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It's really not a big deal. Especially on the rx8 where you can solder the bec wires directly to the posts. It also comes with wiring diagrams that are easy to follow. I've got a castle link that you could use to set it up.

BEC connected to an RX8...why? On a Mamba Monster yes, because the voltage thrown from the ESC is too low for the servos. This is the second time I here this about an RX8. Please explain if possible.

03-29-2013, 07:52 AM

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BEC connected to an RX8...why? On a Mamba Monster yes, because the voltage thrown from the ESC is too low for the servos. This is the second time I here this about an RX8. Please explain if possible.

Alan we had this discussion at pnb.. Do we need to explain it again?

03-29-2013, 07:58 AM

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I think Heath resurrected this because a lot of people are jackin the Chilhowee thread....

Alan is addressing a post from Sept of last year.

03-29-2013, 08:05 AM

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Who is this limywidget character?

03-29-2013, 09:53 AM

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I think Heath resurrected this because a lot of people are jackin the Chilhowee thread....

Just trying to keep it running smooth on here is all. Carry on.

03-29-2013, 03:13 PM

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BEC connected to an RX8...why? On a Mamba Monster yes, because the voltage thrown from the ESC is too low for the servos. This is the second time I here this about an RX8. Please explain if possible.

The bec in the monster is just as good as that in the rx8. They both put out 6 volts to the servos and receiver. The external bec allows a full 7.4 volts to the servos. It also takes a little stress off of the esc and usually allows it to run a few degrees cooler. Just make sure that the servos and receiver are rated for high voltage use.