Wattsup23

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Hey everyone,

Looking to get some batteries for my 1/8 E-buggy. Looking at the setup sheets online i see Mayfield, Cav and those guys runnning samll 4s like the WolfPack in the 35c 3700Mah packs. Then i have the guys at my track telling me to get 5500Mah and up 4s batteries. I dont know which way to go and was looking for some insight from you rctecher's....

Thank you in advance!

richracer2

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I'd say take the recommendation from the guys at your track. The pros have the ability to use batteries that regular hobbyist have no need of. What I mean is that those guys are so skilled and I'm sure $$$ is no issue when it comes to battery packs for a PROFESSIONAL RACE. That's why they can run packs only 3700mah. The guys at your track probably know what it takes to be competitive and have fun there.
Just my .02.
I think the much longer run times at 5000+mah will be a good setup no matter the type of 8th scale vehicle especially if you ever bash.
Rich

Wattsup23

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I hear what your saying but the wolfpacks are cheaper being a lower c-rating and lower Mah. So if there was an advantage of running these over the 5000+ mah I would do that 1) the cost savings 2) the advantages if there are any.

youwish16

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lower mah batteries are lighter. helps save weight.

how long are the races at your track?

yzracer758

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I run strictly 4300mah packs as I have no issues making 10 minute mains. No need to lug around an additional 1000mah or more if its never being used.

UN4RACING

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Here's what I am running this season...
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...k-148V-6700mAh

neospud

Yeah it pretty much depends on whether you're just practicing or if you're racing and if you care about having a battery specifically for racing. Pro racers will run just enough Mah to make the length of the race. Smaller for qualifying even. a 5000+mah battery will be good for practice and fine for racing. 4s systems don't need as much discharge capability typically so 35-50c will be fine. The quality of the pack and how long it lasts and how well you take care of it will probably end up being more significant factors.

Wattsup23

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Club Races are 5 min heat and 7 min Mains

Series Races are 7 min heat 10 min mains

Wattsup23

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Now thats a big ole' battery UN4RACING!

Wattsup23

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Neo that makes sense to me to have just enough battery for length of the races. After looking at the weight difference is 180-200 grams a HUGE difference in 8th scale?

richracer2

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That's a good point. I didn't think about that. Buggies are super nimble so I imagine less weight would help. But how much of a difference do you think it would make?

neospud

I don't really know.. it comes out to .44 pounds though. It would certainly affect the balance of the buggy. I don't get in to that stuff (yet) and i'm somewhat competitive at a club level with a 4s 5000mah and 1/8 motor.

If you wanted to get every last bit of performance out of a buggy it'd definitely make a relatively large difference though. You can spend over $200 on lightweight parts easily for some buggies to save .44lb of weight.

Chatman128

On an RC8.2e, the Reedy packs put the car within an oz or two of ideal Left/Right and Front/Rear balance. I currently run 5200mah batteries that make the battery side (left) about 3-4 oz heavier than the right. Does it make a difference? I have no idea, I'm at the point of trying to stay out of the pipes but it is something to consider. If you are at a point where you can dirve the car to its limit consistently, I think it will make a difference.