First time SCT - What do I get for my blitz?

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

01-03-2013, 06:18 AM

#16

Chamelion

Tech Fanatic

Thread Starter

iTrader: (9)

Join Date: Dec 2012

Location: Sunshine Coast

Posts: 851

Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)

Quote:

Originally Posted by addelrio

Hobbywing 60amp esc and a tacon 3200 kv motor is all ou will need the esc is $42 on fleebay and the motor is $32 at Hobby parts. I have een using that combo on two scb's and on two 22's and on two sct's for over a year without a single problem. Yes thats right six HW esc's and six tacon motors. I have two esc's and two more motors in my spare box just incase new in the box.

The catch is, I'm pretty set on water proof.

Should I just buy the Velineon setup that comes stock in the Slash VXL for $150~pp and be done with it?

01-03-2013, 06:42 AM

#17

Chamelion

Tech Fanatic

Thread Starter

iTrader: (9)

Join Date: Dec 2012

Location: Sunshine Coast

Posts: 851

Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)

Could this be a winner? - ebay.com/itm/Ezrun-RC-Car-truck-4000kv-4pole-Brushless-Motor-Combo-SC8-Waterproof-120A-ESC-/261018043433?pt=US_Character_Radio_Control_Toys&ha sh=item3cc5e34429

01-03-2013, 08:32 AM

#18

blade329

R/C Tech Elite Member

iTrader: (114)

Join Date: Jun 2008

Location: Glendora, CA

Posts: 5,124

Trader Rating: 114 (100%+)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chamelion

The catch is, I'm pretty set on water proof.

Should I just buy the Velineon setup that comes stock in the Slash VXL for $150~pp and be done with it?

It's not a bad setup. It's very fast. You, just have to keep an eye on the temps. They can get hot real fast if you gear wrong. Make sure you get the optional fan for it.

01-03-2013, 10:07 AM

#19

Chamelion

Tech Fanatic

Thread Starter

iTrader: (9)

Join Date: Dec 2012

Location: Sunshine Coast

Posts: 851

Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)

Thanks

What sort of gears would be recomended? I had intended to just use what comes stock. Is this a blown motor/esc waiting to happen?

I'll have to hunt around for the fan, it's not included.

01-03-2013, 10:21 AM

#20

dtr

Tech Master

Join Date: May 2011

Location: budapest, hungary

Posts: 1,665

Trader Rating: 0

That SC8-WP is much stronger and more versatile than the Velineon, I'd go for it.

01-03-2013, 10:58 AM

#21

Chamelion

Tech Fanatic

Thread Starter

iTrader: (9)

Join Date: Dec 2012

Location: Sunshine Coast

Posts: 851

Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)

Righteo, so I shouldn't have any issues with the physical dimensions of the motor? I can't for the life of me find what actually fits the blitz.

I've read I'll need to choose a pinion gear and choosing wrong could burn out my ESC or the motor? Is 19T going to be about right do you think? The spur is 88t.

Last edited by Chamelion; 01-03-2013 at 11:11 AM.

01-03-2013, 12:14 PM

#22

blade329

R/C Tech Elite Member

iTrader: (114)

Join Date: Jun 2008

Location: Glendora, CA

Posts: 5,124

Trader Rating: 114 (100%+)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chamelion

Thanks

What sort of gears would be recomended? I had intended to just use what comes stock. Is this a blown motor/esc waiting to happen?

I'll have to hunt around for the fan, it's not included.

I never ran one in a Blitz, so I am not sure. The Traxxas trucks with VXL run a 32p spur gear, so it's different. I would check with Traxxas.

01-03-2013, 12:42 PM

#23

novice racer

Tech Addict

Join Date: Mar 2008

Location: Nortonville Ky

Posts: 502

Trader Rating: 0

The Castle Sidewinder 3 will be waterpoof. that is, if you feel like waiting for it.

01-03-2013, 01:56 PM

#24

dtr

Tech Master

Join Date: May 2011

Location: budapest, hungary

Posts: 1,665

Trader Rating: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chamelion

The 3656 motor is just a few mm's longer then the 540 cans, diameter is the same, so it will fit well, though I recommend mounting your ESC on the right side of the car for better balance.
Gearing depends on track size, and the kv of the motor you get. With the 4000 I would start at 25T with the 88 spur if it fits.
You have to check your motor and esc temps in the first few minutes, but they should not break a sweat in this light truck.