MikeXray

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http://www.redrc.net/2012/05/tianhao...rs/#more-54519

Interesting, besides what looks like a limited timing range, reversing the connections and sensor location makes a lot of sense. That has to keep a noticeable amount of weight more inboard with the wires routed too it and all.

andrewdoherty

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It would be nice if the timing marks were visible with the motor installed. As it appears, you would need to remove the motor to adjust the timing accurately.

rcduder

i saw this on redrc today as well and it looks like its pretty much for touring cars and 4wd buggies

Buckaroo

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There was a guy here who was posting most of last year about testing these. Seems that the originals had fans in the rear endbell, but that wasn't working out too well. I wonder if they kept that design feature.

wingracer

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Look close and you can see the vanes for the fan through the holes in the endbell. That needs to go if they want a good motor.

Buckaroo

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Yep, clearly on the blue one. Between the fan and the inability to see the timing when it's installed, I'd say it's a blind alley. I think that the sensor plug is going to play havok with some of the top decks that overhang just over the motor, too!

B00t13g

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Not enticing at all unless they perform like nothing I've ever seen.

sadig

this was the previous discussion about this motor
IMHO this is pure genius!

MikeXray

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There is no reason to expect performance increase from the design, especially if built to roar specs, there is only so much that can be done. It's a form factor and possibly weight balance advantage, so subtle, but it seems like many are putting a lot of effort into getting low CG and centralized weight these days.

I would also think they could etch timing marks into the top of the can, so you can loosen the outer screws and adjust it without removing the motor.