predu

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4 pole have more torque and are better for heavy vehicles. in theory you want a 4 pole 550 can size motor 4000-4700 kv will run great outdoor. i find outdoor the amperage draw is too high with mine so i am gonna try the trackstar 2 pole 550.

javi0sh

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That amp draw causes more heat to your system right?

wittyname

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You dont have to have a 550 can 4 pole motor to go fast .... Just cause its the biggest doesnt mean its the best. The 550 2 pole motor will be softer down low and use timing to make up with top end speed. The 540 4 pole motor is stronger down low , and uses no timing , so kv is important to get the top end you want . The 550 4 pole motor is just that , a 4 pole motor with even more down low punch . No timing . The 540 4 pole motors are the lightest of the three , and capable of amazing performance. That HW4700 in the xerun version is a proven winner , sensored , and has a 5mm shaft. All can make more power then you can use .

predu

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yes, it was melting the battery packs where the wires pllug in and unsoldering connections.

Are you going to be racing at the outdoor track by the lake?

javi0sh

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predu I am hoping I can race their this season I was trying to do it last year but the set up I had before was running way too hot.
I would practice a few times a week before work timing my runs at 6-7 minutes a run and measuring temps after run and I recorded temps as high as 180 for the motor and 145 for the ESC. I have a few pinions to play with now 12-17 I believe so I am hoping I can find that sweet spot.
I know that the fast is slow and consistent so I plan on a lot of practice.
I ordered the Hobbywing due to the big holes the turnigy motor had.
I was concerned about debris getting inside their and messing things up.

predu

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i would not consider that way too hot. i can get mine to 165 in the winter. 180 in the summer isn't that bad, but it sounds like you were overgeared.

My inlaws live about 1/2 mile from that track. I went by it last summer

javi0sh

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I aslash nning on going out their today before work to mess around with my slash. I really hope this motor works out this time around. If not its another set up and my wife won't be to happy with that lol.
Thanks for your help guys and I will keep you informed on temps and how I like this motor

javi0sh

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They are also going to re do that track this year for the new season.