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Old 12-31-2014 | 12:16 PM
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In my opinion you only need the vtx10r for 4wd buggy. I run the vtx10 in 2wd sc and 2wd buggy with no issues.
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Old 12-31-2014 | 12:27 PM
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Wow. That's fast shipping. Ordered Mon. and in my mailbox today. Got my BE motors..super pumped for next weekend.
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Old 12-31-2014 | 03:05 PM
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Bringing in the power for 2015
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Old 12-31-2014 | 10:56 PM
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Vtx10be, runs for about 3 second, then shuts off, switched motors, does the same thing. Suggestions???
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Old 12-31-2014 | 11:07 PM
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What are the lights on the switch doing?
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Old 12-31-2014 | 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by A2Racing
I am trying to decide between the VTX10 BE and VTX10R BE for my 2wd Buggy and 2wd Short Course truck. I am planning on running a 8.5t motor in both and was wondering if anyone could share the pros and cons between the two.

The VTX10 is lighter (56g vs 75g), cheaper and handles a 6.5t motor. However, I wasn't sure if there are any additional features for the VTX10R that I am missing.

So I wanted to toss out the question and see what everyone is running and what you guys think.

Thanks,
The 10r will run cooler, and has a little more punch. I would for sure in the short course and still probably in the buggy. I ran my 22 2.0 on a vtx10 with 8.5 for a while, no issues but has a better feel and the ESC gets less hot with 10r.

Hope this helps
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Old 01-01-2015 | 03:59 AM
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Are the VTX8 combos gone? I was waiting for one at Amains without success for weeks and now they are off from the Viper website too. A new version coming?
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Old 01-01-2015 | 05:16 AM
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Originally Posted by nordfink
Vtx10be, runs for about 3 second, then shuts off, switched motors, does the same thing. Suggestions???
What is your Lipo cutoff set at?
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Old 01-01-2015 | 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by DustinH
What are the lights on the switch doing?
I know where you're going with this question and I can tell you from experience the lights doing things doesn't always show a fault.
mine doesn't show anything abnormal but my VTX8 doesn't work
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Old 01-01-2015 | 09:06 AM
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What are the lights on the switch doing?
F light goes solid red when throttle is pushed.
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Old 01-01-2015 | 11:13 AM
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Are the VTX8 combos gone? I was waiting for one at Amains without success for weeks and now they are off from the Viper website too. A new version coming?
I see combo's out there for back orders, which one in particular?
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Old 01-01-2015 | 08:41 PM
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Seems like a year since I have been on r/c tech.... haha

Seriously - first I want to thank our friends, fans, customers, drivers and dealers for a great 2014. We continue to grow our brand and find new individuals to get involved in the program.

2015 has a lot of great things on the menu -- the new Black Edition motors were the first step - and they even came in early!! So we starting on a good stride. Now on to the questions and answers....
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Old 01-01-2015 | 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by nordfink
Vtx10be, runs for about 3 second, then shuts off, switched motors, does the same thing. Suggestions???
Couple different directions here - as well as variables (you many want to PM or email me at [email protected] for more details). Things to look at...
- if power shuts off completely, connection somewhere including battery
- if still showing throttle response on switch, but no motor power = sensor related -- sensor wire, motor sensor, sensor connection on VTX
- If error lights - which ones - alternating F and R would be a short somewhere in the motor, battery or connections

In this type of case - first thing I would do it little go back to step one. Take it out and re-trace any connections, plugs, wires, just like it was new to see if something is not right. Best case we find the issue, worse case - we look at warranty options.
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Old 01-01-2015 | 08:48 PM
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AEWER - yes unfortunately we ran out of stock on VTX8 the wrong time of the year and we are then needed to source a new supplier for some parts. Those new parts have to be tested before put into production to verify correct operation (just because it says a spec, we will try it, not just 'trust' it), so there will continue to be a small delay before back in stock.

As for new -- we are always looking for something new -- but it has to be better than what we have first!!
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Old 01-01-2015 | 08:51 PM
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kwiksi and Cain -- thanks for the kind words -- we are trying our best to support everyone that supports our brand. We try to do the best we can for every customer.
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