Originally Posted by matrix101

This has generated a lot more discussion than I expected, but the information (when u sift out the rubbish) is educational. I did not start this thread to "have a whinge" as was so expertly suggested earlier. I was looking to see if the ESC's were a contributor to the difference in speed in what should be a 'spec' class.
I am in the market for a new esc anyway, as my GTB is a borrowed one after i flamed my second one a couple of months ago.... So this was to be a means for me to determine which way to jump. My thoughts as follows;

-Being able to make changes/adjustments at the track easily a definite necessity. Can do with a computer, but would naturally be easier at the track if this not strictly required.

-Should have the 'active' timing adjustment, so at least I can have the power to keep up. It then be up to me to drive well enough to take advantage of it.

-Should definitely be software/firmware upgradeable. Don't see the sense in buying a new esc every year!

-More than happy to buy local, but not if the local price is double the O/S price, as is often seen with LRP and Novak.

-Suggestions where to get these from, local or o/s?
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