Originally Posted by
OI82lose
Ok Tamiya has changed the rules on the Mini class.
The motor must be 21.5 brushless now.
I installed 21.5 Thunderpower motor and a Hobbywing pro ESC (vers. 2.1).
I am running max timing on the motor and 508 blinky software.
My car is now much slower than other mini's.
I am being past my a Novak ballastic 21.5 mini.
Anybody have any ideas as to how to get my mini more competitive?
Maybe Granpa with help with a better motor suggestion?
I have tried different rotors in the motor, but It made only a slight difference.
Basically I am being passed on the straightaway, but not in the infield.
I think my suspension is about as good as it gets, although Granpa may disagree with that.
Thanks in advance for your help.
The Novak, when run as the rules are written, has been slower than the Thunder Power. I have tested both motors and this is what I've seen. With so many options for escs and tuning rotors, sensor plates, stators, etc. it's difficult to get a handle on what make motor might be the one to have. You might check your sensor wire, cause that could be the problem with your TP.
Personally, I have the most time on a Killshot, but am loath to say that it's better than a Thunder Power. The Speed Passion has been pretty quick, but one went up in smoke the other day. I believe that one had 50degrees of timing---40 sensor plate and 10 on the end bell. Mine was run at 40 to 45 degrees. R1 has a 21.5 and has been quick also.
You're ahead of the game if your set up is on. Mine turned to garbage when we installed the B/L motors. Easy to drive, but too slow. These motors don't fit the way I drive, so trying to adapt driving with set up changes has been a nightmare.