Originally Posted by
TurnNBurn
Only thing I would add to this is that while you can run a single ESC, just beware of the turn limits an ESC might have. Some are designed specifically for stock/spec racing, so to minimize resistance and optimize the design for its intended purpose, you might find that some ESC’s have like a 10.5 turn limit... others I’ve seen can handle as much as a 5.5... So just be sure that you do your research and find an ESC that will be able to handle what you plan to run. I really haven’t heard of anyone using anything hotter than a 6+ turn motor in 4WD so far from what I’ve seen online. IIRC, Dakotah Phend has been running a Trinity 7.5, for example.
Well yes, you'll need to use an ESC capable of handling mod motors (usually these can be set to blinky mode as well) as you might fry a stock ESC with a mod motor.
Originally Posted by
Bullc1ty
Thank you for the replies. My track runs a 17.5 2wd buggy, stock slash, and novice classes this month. In December they were running a 4wd mod class, in addition to 2wd stadium trucks. Being that they seem to change the classes I would like some potential versatility in my electronics. I also don't want to spend too much, and would love to find used electronics. Its just been so long since I was knowledgeable in this hobby I need some advice on what to search for in the for sale sections.
These classes need different cars, not just different electronics (unless they let you drive novice even though you race another class already). You can't run your 4WD buggy with 2WD buggies, 2wd(?) stadium trucks or stock slashes, regardless of the ESC & motor combo.