what engine for sc8?/
 

Hey guys,
I'm wanting to know what would be the best engine for an sc8 the most ill spend for one is 400$$

No so sure about a 28 sized engine and if that is an option for me it would have to be a bump box engine.. but I'm thinking a 21 or 25 or even a 26 but im not sure if they and bump box 26 sized engine. Thanks all..

P.s will a 21 have enough power to push a sc8 around?? Like a werks b6 pro?? Thanks again all..

If there is one piece od advice I can give for a motor for the SC8 is a Clockwork racing Nova P5 truggy modd. $319. Best money I have ever spent for a motor.

Is it for racing or just fun running and bashing?

Kinda confused, you are using a bump box now? or plan on getting one?

Either way i dont think you are going to need a super engine to do what you need it to do. No point in spending $400 if you dont need to. Unless you are factoring in the cost of a new pipe set?

I believe a SC8 is based off of an 1/8 buggy chassis isnt it? I think even a regular werks b6 will probly do just fine. Im running b5 now and it has more than enough to pull my truggy around like a rag doll lol.

I'm planning on racing it and i already have a bump box for it I'm just looking for something different than the stock engine..

+1 on the Clocked P5. That .21 will outperform the stock .28 in every way. The SC8 is a buggy platform with a truggy chassis so regardless, the Clocked P5 will be MORE than enough AND more for any buggy or truggy.

Well then it would kinda depend on the size track you would run on. If you are just getting into racing there are plenty of good choices that can be had for around $200.

If you are on a fairly small track then i wouldnt overlook the werks b2 also. Im hearing its a lot of engine for the $160-$170 price tag.

Do some reading and find out what you might need. Some engines deliver more rpm and horsepower, and others make a lot of torque. Some give a nice smooth mix of both. Dont overlook any kind of pipe you may need to match well to the engine. Some pipes sound like they mesh well with other brands, while some do not.

Get familiar with what you read and check out some videos! Research helps a ton with making a good choice! I would much rather suggest a good engine for the money and get a matching pipe and a good clutch kit, vs dropping $400 on an engine alone.

Might be a good idea to head to your local track and ask some questions.

A good .21 is definitely enough for the SC8.

If it were me though, Alpha .23 with 0801 pipe and an 18T CB.

As mentioned above, the SC8 is basically a buggy with a truggy chassis, but it has quite a bit of extra weight to it - bumpers, cage, huge body, etc.. So engine-wise, I generally think more along the lines of what you'd run in truggy as opposed to buggy.. For ex., probably a B5 instead of a B6 if you get a Werks..

I've run .21's, 26's, and now a .30 in my SC8. Honestly, so far my favorite for all-out performance would probably be a Mach 427 with 2047 pipe, or the Argus A52 with 0801. The Mach I think was faster, but the Argus - more of a real race engine, was crisper.. - better idle, response, etc.. The Mach though is perfect for an SC8 power-wise.. The Argus could have used a bit more top-end..

An Alpha A852 would also be worth a look.. Meant to be pretty brutal for a .21.. Lots of choices.. - Werks, Nova, Alpha, OS - most meaty 21's, a .23, a .25, even a .28 - all good.. Racing though you want run-time. Which is why I say Alpha .23 - runtime of a .21, with more grunt.. Meant to wind out up top really nicely too..

Alpha 352 or 852,, 0801 pipe, and some nice clutch of your choice would all be doable for well under $400 I think.. Check out rcrenew for prices.. I think he's the main Alpha distributor guy.. Another thing about Alphas, in addition to the big power, good runtime, and ease of tuning, is they last a long time..

I've been racing for more than two years. The track is tight so low end with a good middle is key.

The clocked P5 has tons os low in grunt and will be perfect fit for the SC8. Atleast it is for mine. Idles for day, good on fuel and when you buy Novarossi you know you are buying one of the best motors out there. Look it up on clockworks website.

clocked p5 .. plus pipe 086 and c=new clutch shoes and plugs , 400 .

You don't need a modded motor for that.
A stock P5 would do great. Also look at the Werks B5, I ran one in truggy and it ripped. Fusion X X7, Bullitt B-218

All high end motors for a great price that will easily get thee job done.

I have a Orion .24 Alpha in my SC8, 086 pipe and an 18T clutch bell. Def. needs the 44T spur as opposed to stock 46T. The .24 makes it scoot, trust me. I was going to get the OS .25xz, but as fate would have it I found the Orion .24 on sale, so I grabbed it instead. The .24 has been discontinued, but you can still find them. It was replaced with a .22 version. You dont need some monster .32 stump pulling hog, a decent .21 will make the stock .28 look silly.

I've been told to go with a 2058 pipe, as its better all around, or a 2013, depends on your track I suppose. Get aluminum clutch shoes if your still running the stock clutch also, you'll have better punch with the added power of your new engine.

I've been looking at the novarossi 25. Any takes one that engine?? If all fails ill just buy a weeks b5..

My Clocked P5 beat every engine at the race yesterday on the straightaways, even O.S. Speeds. Puts down power fairly smoothly, get the truggy mod for your SC8 and you will have one monster SC8.

If you don't want to spend the extra on the clocked P5, get a stock one.

If you want that Novarossi Roma .25, get it, its a beast.

Honestly, IMO get a stock Werks B5 and 2058 pipe (though I still say Alpha 352.. ;) ) and a fancy Werks, M2C, or Buku clutch. Sorted.. You'll be under your $400. Take any extra and put it in other areas.. - tires, spares, Big Bore shocks, other tuning parts, etc..

The Roma is probably awesome, but they sure do talk about replacing bearings a lot over in the NR thread...