Originally Posted by
gigaplex
The main problem is that modern motors are really fast. If you create a class that's not power limited, it's too fast for most people. And if you create a class that's power limited, there's always an advantage to finding a way to get more power.
You can create a power limited class that's slow but yet still doesn't benefit much from adding power. To do that, you need to take away grip. But I can't see track owners doing that.
The other approach is to do what ETS does with RPM limiters in the ESC firmware. Adding more timing won't get you more speed.
I do know that most tracks are way too small for a mod motor. I would only suggest creating a mod class if cheating is an issue. I do realize that there are not cheaters at every track. I think I have only questioned one guys car out of the races I have been to. I would love to see real offroad tracks make a comeback, but due to the upkeep, I don't see that happening.
Originally Posted by
Roelof
An RC limiter is a way but then the hunt for more torque has started. The ETS FDR limit helps with that so any torque gain can not be used with a faster gearing.
And do not forget that a handout sealed motor can rule out the needed tricks. Funny is that when you suggest to run sensorless so no tricks on the sensor is possible many racers are complaining that it will not give a proper drive while for sure with todays ESC's and higher turns motors the control is pretty decent.
Torque is a huge plus for the smaller tracks we are seeing. However, High gauss rotors don't fare well on bigger and faster tracks where people are on the throttle all of the time. I have seen the motors get too hot.
Originally Posted by
STLNLST
JBRL is Jimmy Babcock Racing League. Its a moving series and tech is no joke. All motors must be tech in order to be used in the series and are tagged. Even tagged if you win its broken down again. Cheaters will be caught and unlike most tech at club races they know what they’re doing.
That's good they have this type of racing. I'm sure it makes people feel for comfortable.