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individual1 07-03-2011 10:10 AM


Originally Posted by Shimmy (Post 9338461)
Anyone know if the 1268 can handle 2s lipo/8.4v direct?

I did have mine running through a CC BEC powered directly at 7.4v but today I roasted the BEC and thinking about running the servo directly from my 6s lipo (Mugen MBX5T-E).

I have put together a plug and a Y adaptor servo lead that plugs onto the balance plug on the lipo to get the 2s voltage.

I was thinking that the extra drain on 2 cells would be negligible, not 100% sure but I think would be worth checking out and I wouldnt have to worry about burning out another CC BEC (or is there another/better BEC that can handle 6s input and 7.4v output?).

There's guys in the Heli world running 8.4 direct to their Align DS610's all day long on 90 sized Heli's. Which are the same as Savox.

EJF 07-04-2011 07:48 AM

Will running an unregulated lipo on a 1256 servo cause any issues?

JimmyMac 07-10-2011 08:14 PM

I normally run Sanwa or Futaba servos in my touring cars. I just got a SC10 2wd and I'm looking at trying a Savok servo for this application. Would the SC-1257TG handle this? Or would you guys recommend something different?

inferno13 07-10-2011 08:16 PM


Originally Posted by JimmyMac (Post 9371406)
I normally run Sanwa or Futaba servos in my touring cars. I just got a SC10 2wd and I'm looking at trying a Savok servo for this application. Would the SC-1257TG handle this? Or would you guys recommend something different?

should work just fine;)

Banshee8530 07-11-2011 01:47 PM


Originally Posted by JimmyMac (Post 9371406)
I normally run Sanwa or Futaba servos in my touring cars. I just got a SC10 2wd and I'm looking at trying a Savok servo for this application. Would the SC-1257TG handle this? Or would you guys recommend something different?

I would suggest the SC-1258TG just to get the slightly slower transit time. The 1257 is wicked fast and could potentially make your truck feel twitchy. I know on buggies it feels dialed, but never tried one in SC.

td-civ 07-11-2011 01:52 PM


Originally Posted by JimmyMac (Post 9371406)
I normally run Sanwa or Futaba servos in my touring cars. I just got a SC10 2wd and I'm looking at trying a Savok servo for this application. Would the SC-1257TG handle this? Or would you guys recommend something different?



i have the 1257tg in my sc and i had to slow it down i run a 1257mg now and its just right in my losi sc

JimmyMac 07-11-2011 03:45 PM

Thanks guys. I think the 1257 will suit me just fine. I hate slow servos. If it's too much, I'll just slow it down on my M11x. I just hope it holds up. Thanks again.

Banshee8530 07-11-2011 07:28 PM

the 1258 is still faster than most, but I'm sure you'll be fine either way durability-wise.

Maxthepersonz 07-15-2011 01:27 PM

Just wanted to say these guys have the best warranty I have ever dealt with. One of mine went bad and I had a brand new one in under a week. Thanks guys!

JimmyMac 07-27-2011 10:58 PM

Just letting you guys know I went with the 1258TG as suggested. Nice servo! Only issue was trying to find a servo horn to fit. I had to press fit a Futaba horn on my SC10 as others have suggested. Is there a "correct" servo horn or true compatible one? Or does the Savox have another unique spline?

JimmyMac 07-27-2011 11:01 PM

..... Or are the SC10 servo horns just that tight? Forgot to add that in because I keep reading Savox are 25 spline like Futaba.

Shimmy 07-28-2011 01:06 AM

I have read quite a few times that Savox servos are pretty tight fitting, quite often needing to be pressed on.

On my 1268SG, I found my servo horn was also a very tight fit.

Speaking of my 1268SG, it's on it's way back to Savox (I assume they already have it by now), I had a BEC failure (CC 10A) and possibly took the servo with it.
When I initially tested it, it seemed to be working, I got a reply from Savox saying it's fine to run on 8.4v, which I did (to confirm it was working correctly) it stopped after a few seconds.
I was just asked to send it in and if they find a problem with it, they will send me a new one.
Coming from Australia, I thought that was pretty decent, I just hope they do as I've been told.

335i 07-28-2011 06:07 AM


Originally Posted by JimmyMac (Post 9449274)
..... Or are the SC10 servo horns just that tight? Forgot to add that in because I keep reading Savox are 25 spline like Futaba.

I had the same issue with both my b4.1 and sc10. I just end up pressing it on and tightening it down with the servo screw. I have never had a problem with it slipping or anything. I think its just the way they are meant to fit.

TAMAK 07-28-2011 06:27 AM

Buy an Aluminum Horn!! These Dynamite horns are only 6 bucks and you wont have to worry about stripping the plastic ones.

Also the Ti geared splines are the only tight fitting ones I have dealt with.

335i 07-28-2011 07:10 AM


Originally Posted by TAMAK (Post 9450156)
Buy an Aluminum Horn!! These Dynamite horns are only 6 bucks and you wont have to worry about stripping the plastic ones.

Also the Ti geared splines are the only tight fitting ones I have dealt with.

yea this was both the case for the 1257 and 1258. I was thinking of doing that, but I wasn't sure if any of those horns would work properly in a b4.1 or sc10. Have you had any luck using them on the AE cars?


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