New LRP Flow Esc
#1666
Yes, but I would change the initial drive to a higher value for 21.5. The factory default is only 1%.
#1667
Hey Guys,
as finding the right boost timing still seems tough for some guys, I felt it is time to release my little excel chart for you...
I had prepared this a few years ago already but obviously didn't have use for it the last few years myself as I'm not working in RC anymore...
I found this visualisation always very good to compare different settings or gear ratios.
Hopefully it is self-explaining which field relates to what setting on your speedo.
In case there are questions, let me know!
as finding the right boost timing still seems tough for some guys, I felt it is time to release my little excel chart for you...

I had prepared this a few years ago already but obviously didn't have use for it the last few years myself as I'm not working in RC anymore...

I found this visualisation always very good to compare different settings or gear ratios.
Hopefully it is self-explaining which field relates to what setting on your speedo.
In case there are questions, let me know!
#1668
#1670
Picked up a flow works esc off someone else which they put the modified off road firmware
I'm wanting to use it in blinky 21.5t TC. Does the factory reset only reset the settings and not firmware as I tried it and I'm confused with the next point...
Mode 1 flashing red - auto brake?
Mode 2 medium flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 3 fast flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 4 flashing blue light - torque timing?
After this, the flashing lights follow the original instructions.
Which mode is to set initial drive? I assume this is punch?
Is brake set at a default strong level and I should turn down on the end point on my radio?
Should I just update the firmware to the v5.4 stock firmware? Unfortunately I don't have the bridge yet
Ok - I googled again and someone mentioned modes two and three are brake mode and initial brake. Mode 4 is initial drive? Will test this tomorrow and then see by the amount of available flashes
Feels like breaking some code in a modern indiana Jones movie...
I'm wanting to use it in blinky 21.5t TC. Does the factory reset only reset the settings and not firmware as I tried it and I'm confused with the next point...
Mode 1 flashing red - auto brake?
Mode 2 medium flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 3 fast flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 4 flashing blue light - torque timing?
After this, the flashing lights follow the original instructions.
Which mode is to set initial drive? I assume this is punch?
Is brake set at a default strong level and I should turn down on the end point on my radio?
Should I just update the firmware to the v5.4 stock firmware? Unfortunately I don't have the bridge yet
Ok - I googled again and someone mentioned modes two and three are brake mode and initial brake. Mode 4 is initial drive? Will test this tomorrow and then see by the amount of available flashes
Feels like breaking some code in a modern indiana Jones movie...
Last edited by Djchow85; 02-18-2017 at 05:13 AM.
#1671
Picked up a flow works esc off someone else which they put the modified off road firmware
I'm wanting to use it in blinky 21.5t TC. Does the factory reset only reset the settings and not firmware as I tried it and I'm confused with the next point...
Mode 1 flashing red - auto brake?
Mode 2 medium flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 3 fast flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 4 flashing blue light - torque timing?
After this, the flashing lights follow the original instructions.
Which mode is to set initial drive? I assume this is punch?
Is brake set at a default strong level and I should turn down on the end point on my radio?
Should I just update the firmware to the v5.4 stock firmware? Unfortunately I don't have the bridge yet
Ok - I googled again and someone mentioned modes two and three are brake mode and initial brake. Mode 4 is initial drive? Will test this tomorrow and then see by the amount of available flashes
Feels like breaking some code in a modern indiana Jones movie...
I'm wanting to use it in blinky 21.5t TC. Does the factory reset only reset the settings and not firmware as I tried it and I'm confused with the next point...
Mode 1 flashing red - auto brake?
Mode 2 medium flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 3 fast flashing orange light - 10 options
Mode 4 flashing blue light - torque timing?
After this, the flashing lights follow the original instructions.
Which mode is to set initial drive? I assume this is punch?
Is brake set at a default strong level and I should turn down on the end point on my radio?
Should I just update the firmware to the v5.4 stock firmware? Unfortunately I don't have the bridge yet
Ok - I googled again and someone mentioned modes two and three are brake mode and initial brake. Mode 4 is initial drive? Will test this tomorrow and then see by the amount of available flashes
Feels like breaking some code in a modern indiana Jones movie...
#1672
#1673
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I'm running a LRP Flow works with a 5.5 turn X20 in mod sprint right now with no problems. Trying to figure out if I move this ESC to a SCMod and want to run a LRP 3000-5000kv motor will that be ok. This would be a 4 pole motor type. looking at a 4000 right now.
#1675
Just upgraded to v5.4 and on max initial drive... Just wow...
I haven't tested it in my street but initial drive on max setting reminds me of the punch from a 5.5t motor versus a 6.5t (free spin with no load, plus I'm using a 21.5t. Closest analogy I could use)
Is anyone using the flow works for 21.5t TC and if so what initial drive do you suggest? Running on low medium bumpy asphalt technical
My previous esc was the v2.1 HW where at max punch was possibly half the strength of full initial drive with v5.4 firmware. I'm thinking this could be very good getting out of 180 degree turns....
I haven't tested it in my street but initial drive on max setting reminds me of the punch from a 5.5t motor versus a 6.5t (free spin with no load, plus I'm using a 21.5t. Closest analogy I could use)
Is anyone using the flow works for 21.5t TC and if so what initial drive do you suggest? Running on low medium bumpy asphalt technical
My previous esc was the v2.1 HW where at max punch was possibly half the strength of full initial drive with v5.4 firmware. I'm thinking this could be very good getting out of 180 degree turns....
#1676
http://www.roarracing.com/downloads/...R_ESC_FORM.pdf
#1677
Whoa.
Shit just got serious.
And based off the application sheet posted, even if they submit the Flow X for approval tomorrow, it still wouldn't be legal for use at Roar Nats.
As stated on the application:
Shit just got serious.
And based off the application sheet posted, even if they submit the Flow X for approval tomorrow, it still wouldn't be legal for use at Roar Nats.
As stated on the application:
ESCs can be submitted at any time, but it must be approved AND available at retail locations 30 days prior to a ROAR event to be used in competition.
#1678
I've been wondering lately about the ROAR availability clauses and whether they still apply. TSR motors for example are not available in production quantities from at least 3 retail outlets as per the requirements. You have to backorder direct from their website (or at least this was the case last I checked), and yet they're still approved.
#1679
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 2,741
why does it even matter? the ROAR rule book only refers to the ESC list under VTA (8.7.10.2).... no other section in 8.7 (electric vehicle classes) mentions anything about the roar approval for ESC - AFAICT anyway - unless hidden somewhere and not searchable in the document.
and under equipment usage, 12.4.1, it lists motors, batteries and bodies - nothing about ESCs
this may well be an oversight - but rules are rules, eh?
and under equipment usage, 12.4.1, it lists motors, batteries and bodies - nothing about ESCs
this may well be an oversight - but rules are rules, eh?
#1680
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 5,368
From: Central Wisconsin USA
I've been wondering lately about the ROAR availability clauses and whether they still apply. TSR motors for example are not available in production quantities from at least 3 retail outlets as per the requirements. You have to backorder direct from their website (or at least this was the case last I checked), and yet they're still approved.



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