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09-14-2011 | 03:56 PM
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It is quite pricey and I would bet almost everyone who has ever owned one will only use KO since owning it. There are some nice servos out there for less but, the KO 951 is top-of-the-line.
09-14-2011 | 04:18 PM
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I used Futaba servos for a while, EVILGRAFX suggested the KO 951 to me at the track, and the only way I'll change to a different servo now is if KO manages to improve on this awesome servo.
It's pricey, but worth every penny.
09-14-2011 | 04:46 PM
. Not bagging on it but after trying one I'd rather have two 9650's for the price of one KO.
09-14-2011 | 07:13 PM
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This is a bit of a cross-post. I need to buy some modern ESCs for single cell lipo 1/10th and 1/12th scale pan cars.
I'm hoping to find something that meets the following criteria:
- Can step-up voltage for receiver/servo
- Has adjustable boost stuff, including ability to disable (a disable light would be nice but not necessary)
- No fan would be nice, if it can handle boosted 10.5 (single cell lipo)
What say you?
I'm hoping to find something that meets the following criteria:
- Can step-up voltage for receiver/servo
- Has adjustable boost stuff, including ability to disable (a disable light would be nice but not necessary)
- No fan would be nice, if it can handle boosted 10.5 (single cell lipo)
What say you?
09-14-2011 | 07:21 PM
This is a bit of a cross-post. I need to buy some modern ESCs for single cell lipo 1/10th and 1/12th scale pan cars.
I'm hoping to find something that meets the following criteria:
- Can step-up voltage for receiver/servo
- Has adjustable boost stuff, including ability to disable (a disable light would be nice but not necessary)
- No fan would be nice, if it can handle boosted 10.5 (single cell lipo)
What say you?
I'm hoping to find something that meets the following criteria:
- Can step-up voltage for receiver/servo
- Has adjustable boost stuff, including ability to disable (a disable light would be nice but not necessary)
- No fan would be nice, if it can handle boosted 10.5 (single cell lipo)
What say you?
This one is very popular, up-datable, and has no pc interface for tuning, simple setup by 2 buttons.
It can be the decisive advantage on the race track.
The technical base line of the new speed control specialist for stock racing was the SXX TC spec, which, when it was introduced in the market took the R/C scene by storm. IFMAR WC title 2008-2009 and numerous other national and international wins underline its leading position worldwide.
Equipped with these successful genes and revolutionary technical advancements, and due to its revised software, perfectly adjusted for the use in combination with stock motors, the new SXX Stock Spec Version 2 with the ADPCmax2 software is the top of the line speed control in its class and will boost stock racing into a new dimension.
The most important updates of the Version 2:
• Improved, tougher specifications
• USB software update on www.LRP.cc
• Dual ADPCmax2 software
• Higher performance!
The technical base line of the new speed control specialist for stock racing was the SXX TC spec, which, when it was introduced in the market took the R/C scene by storm. IFMAR WC title 2008-2009 and numerous other national and international wins underline its leading position worldwide.
Equipped with these successful genes and revolutionary technical advancements, and due to its revised software, perfectly adjusted for the use in combination with stock motors, the new SXX Stock Spec Version 2 with the ADPCmax2 software is the top of the line speed control in its class and will boost stock racing into a new dimension.
The most important updates of the Version 2:
• Improved, tougher specifications
• USB software update on www.LRP.cc
• Dual ADPCmax2 software
• Higher performance!
09-14-2011 | 07:39 PM
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Thanks!
How does this LRP compare to the Tekin ESCs? Do the Tekins also step-up voltage? If so, what are the pro's and con's between the two? Is anything worth considering besides an LRP or a Tekin?
How does this LRP compare to the Tekin ESCs? Do the Tekins also step-up voltage? If so, what are the pro's and con's between the two? Is anything worth considering besides an LRP or a Tekin?
09-14-2011 | 07:56 PM
I have not tried the LRP but I have seen it run, I dont really see much if any real difference but as with most things in life its who's using the equipment that matters the most. I do run the Tekin RS and you have to have a booster or rec pack to run 1s. Aside from these two you can also consider the Black Diamond(availible thru CRC I think) and the Hobby Wing 1s esc. I have a friend that runs the BD and likes it alot, I think it also needs a booster but not for certain. Have'nt seen the Hobbywing so no coment on its performance. Of course Novak has a 1s esc but again I have'nt tried it so no experience with its performance. Not alot of new info but hope that helps some.
09-14-2011 | 08:36 PM
However if you don't mind installing a voltage booster, the Tekin is hard to beat for boosted 1s racing.
You will need the Tekin Hotwire accessory to adjust settings via pc.
There are more options for tuning than the LRP.
The same TQcells booster, and Tekin RS have been in my 13.5 boosted 12R5 for 2 years without any issues.
In that time Tekin have offered numerous FREE firmware updates.
Tekin is still the target for performance/features of every esc manufacture in this category.
Their service, support and track record speak for themselves.
09-14-2011 | 08:41 PM
You think that is amazing!!! 2010 IFMAR 1/12th Worlds in Germany. Nato on the pole. A1 Main, fourth corner on the first lap, in to the board, goes to dead last. Watch the rest of the race and then you will understand the term "inhuman" as only a robot or computer could do what he does!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oni9iUFwx-s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oni9iUFwx-s
...lolA human is doing it hence to me it's definately human...lol
And I've watched those video's many times since it's a form of practicing when you watch racing
So I humbly term him an amazing toy car driver
but definitely human 
Maybe you are saying he is channeling aliens or something...lol
I am open to that
We should probably agree to disagree
See you Sunday
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09-14-2011 | 11:55 PM
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Futaba 9602
Digital
KO 951
Futaba 9650
JR Z3650
Sanwa/Airtronics SRG-HR.
I've used the 9650 before, very good indeed. I use the JR at the moment, it's just as good but smaller, thinking of giving the Sanwa a go though.
Trev
09-15-2011 | 12:15 AM
I have heard that they have centering issues.
Has anyone seen the new high-end servos from Hi-Tec? I know they've stepped up their game and their larger servos are gaining respect. I wonder how these new digital, high-voltage minis will work.....
Has anyone seen the new high-end servos from Hi-Tec? I know they've stepped up their game and their larger servos are gaining respect. I wonder how these new digital, high-voltage minis will work.....