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Post by vwduud on Apr 15, 2010 12:32:24 GMT -5
Buggy or Truggy?
What batteries are you running (brand, number of cells/voltage, capacity, "C" rating)?
What motor/esc are you running?
How much battery capacity do you have left after a 6 minute qualifier? 10 minute main?
Other comments (helpful tips based on your experience with your equipment)?
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Post by spcpicard on Apr 15, 2010 17:13:07 GMT -5
I like both, truggy seems to have thrown my buggy driving off though.
I run Desire Power 26c 2500mah 6cell batts on a 1450kv 1509 neu on one buggy and just set up another on 5 cell Hyperion 30C 3200 mah 1400kv Tekin motor on another buggy.
On my truggy I run 3300mah 35c 6 cell Hyperion packs on a 1350kv tekin setup.
I never really run my systems to dump, but I've ran all of them atleast 14mins before with out noticable lack in battery punch.
if you're gonna run a 5 or 6s setup in a buggy, look at the Mamba Max pro, it's really been solid so far, you have the option of sensored or sensorless and it's a good bit cheaper. ($119 shipped with tower coupons)
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Post by Billy D on Apr 15, 2010 23:02:44 GMT -5
Buggy or Truggy? What batteries are you running (brand, number of cells/voltage, capacity, "C" rating)? What motor/esc are you running? How much battery capacity do you have left after a 6 minute qualifier? 10 minute main? Other comments (helpful tips based on your experience with your equipment)? Hey Jim, I'm running 14.8 4S 5000 HC Losi in the buggy with a tekin 2250Kv Truggy motor EPA turned down some. I have about 40% left after 6 minute races, & 20% after 10. I have the Losi speed-control with 2100kv in the truggy right now, running max amp 14.8 4S 6500 HC. 6 minute qualifier 60-65%, 10 minute qualifier 35-40% left. I will be switching the speed-controls around as soon as I get off my butt to do so. Mark Forbes is running the same in his buggy & truggy vehicles as well. My best investment was my Hyperion Charger, balancer plugs & batteries. I also love my tekin speed-control, may not be the best out there yet, but there customer service is top notch and they will stand by there product. I hope this helps |
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Post by scubamax on May 14, 2010 6:16:18 GMT -5
I"m running Lightmax 5000mah 35c bats, with Mamba combo 2200kv. I've just finished dialing in the speedo and after a 6 min race it took 2600mah. I have my low voltage cutoff too low (3.3) so I'll be turing it down a second. I just bought a Hyperian Duo this week and Highly recommend it.
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Post by vwduud on Jun 30, 2010 20:00:24 GMT -5
I've run enough times over the past few months to provide some insight here.
In my 8ight T 2.0 Truggy, I run the Mamba Monster and the 2200kv motor by Castle. I run 5 different batteries (all 4S - 14.8v LiPo packs, 25 - 30C continuous):
5000mAh Zippy x 2
5000mAh Venon
5000mAh WinForce
5800mAh Zippy
I am gearing to achieve between 38 and 40mph (45/13 or 14 Spur/Pinion)
On average, at the 3 different tracks I've raced on, I use between 2000 and 2500mAh worth of battery in a 6 minute qualifier. 10 minute mains are no problem with the 5000mAh packs. In a practice session in Watson, I ran my 5800mAh Zippy for over 15 minutes. Track was damp with fairly high traction.
Of the batteries I am running, none of them cost over $70.00. I use a cheap Sky charger. These packs all balance charge easily without having to wait long for a balance. All batteries perform the same in terms of punch and top speed.
Motor and ESC have performed flawlessly. ESC is easy to program through their USB link and software. Low end power is very smooth and easy to control in low traction situations.
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