LRP IX8
09-16-2011 | 06:58 PM
#19
Did you guys read the description under the photo?
...best in brushless racing technology comes together in this speed control that features pluggable connectors and cooling fan, and is suitable for use with 2S to 6S LiPo batteries.
Looks like the just removed the fan for the picture.
...best in brushless racing technology comes together in this speed control that features pluggable connectors and cooling fan, and is suitable for use with 2S to 6S LiPo batteries.
Looks like the just removed the fan for the picture.
09-16-2011 | 07:23 PM
#20
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Yup, just like their 1/10 speed controls the fan screws down onto the cooling fins. You can see the small lines that act like threads on the two outermost cooling fin grooves....
Looks nice, hopefully the $325 for the esc and $270 for the motor comes down a little bit as new tekin systems can be had for half that....
Looks nice, hopefully the $325 for the esc and $270 for the motor comes down a little bit as new tekin systems can be had for half that....
09-16-2011 | 08:27 PM
#22
usually, team associateds msrp, or retail is double the dealers cost on the item. Im not sure if that gives you an idea what street price will be, but my guess is the esc will be just a hair over 200, and motors in the 160 range. Comparable to tekins pricing, but i hope they come out with a combo 
09-16-2011 | 08:37 PM
#23
rpphobby doesn't have them in stock yet of course but they have it listed on their site for 199.00 or so I believe...........I'm just glad this one isn't like the SPX8 where you had to hook up to the balancing wire as well to run the esc..
10-10-2011 | 02:58 AM
#27
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From: Netherlands
That is why I find $199 too much money while You buy for less a Speedpassion Arrow2 for 120USD or a Xerun 150A for less than 110USD.
10-18-2011 | 06:30 AM
#28
Components. American components, Russian Components, ALL MADE IN TAIWAN!
Bonus points for anyone who can name the movie....
Seriously though....Tekins, Novaks and Castles are either made in China or half the parts come from there too, so your argument is invalid.
Oh, and the motor you run, the magnet is from China.
LRP has a longer proven track record on the world scene than any other ESC manufacturer. I love my Tekin....but I love my LRP more. Blue is better!
Bonus points for anyone who can name the movie....
Seriously though....Tekins, Novaks and Castles are either made in China or half the parts come from there too, so your argument is invalid.
Oh, and the motor you run, the magnet is from China.
LRP has a longer proven track record on the world scene than any other ESC manufacturer. I love my Tekin....but I love my LRP more. Blue is better!
10-18-2011 | 07:21 AM
#29
It's not about the hardware anymore, it's about the firmware.
Hobbywing makes ESC's for Team Orion and Speed Passion, the difference is the software in them. And a few component and appearance differences.
Hobbywing makes ESC's for Team Orion and Speed Passion, the difference is the software in them. And a few component and appearance differences.
10-25-2011 | 06:35 PM
#30
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well I ordered mine from my hobby guy and I got the iX8 and the dynamic 8 2600kv motor for less than $330 Tax and everything out the door. only problem is it wont be here untill Late October
. but the savings is worth the wait!!
. but the savings is worth the wait!!