New Motor in a vintage RC10

[96vettelt4]

which of the new brushless motors runs the best in a vintage RC10, looking for the same install as the current motor. I still have the origional motor and wont to take it out and keep it aside but also looking for some power as the RC10 will be used outside on a dirt track, thanx....G

[JHarris]

A 17.5 brushless is about the same as a good 27t brushed stock motor and a 13.5 brushless is around a 19t brushed. Personally, I wouldn't go below a 10.5.

[96vettelt4]

any brands and is the hookup the same? thanx....G

[JHarris]

Brand choice is all a matter of personal preference. My preference is LRP, but some will tell you Tekin and some Castle Creations and some Novak. It's all about what works for you. The biggest difference in brushless setups (aside from brand) is sensored or unsensored. There's plenty of explanation about the 2 out there so I won't go into all that. Budget is another factor for most. There are systems out there that will do what you want without breaking the bank. Which brings me to the final consideration; intended use. If you plan to race, go with a quality system like the LRP SXX and a 13.5 motor. Otherwise, shop around for a good deal on a system you are comfortable with.

[Jeep-Power]

I'm running the Traxxas 3500Kv/ 13T brushless motor- with a mamba Max ESC

plenty of power & decent runtime on a 7.4 battery (LiPo or Nickel)

It pulls rolling wheelies on the Lipo

[soniccj5]

If you are running a 6gear transmission you should consider upgrading to a stealth. Not sure the idler gears can handle today's power.


ED

[illshou]

If you are running a 6gear transmission you should consider upgrading to a stealth. Not sure the idler gears can handle today's power.


ED

I can speek from experiance that they can't

[96vettelt4]

do these motors bolt directly in with the RC 10 or do any modifications need to be made? I was big into RC in the 80' and 90's but have lost touch with the hobby and trying to get back into it but a lot has changed,, thanx everyone....G

[JHarris]

They bolt in the same as the brushed motors.

[96vettelt4]

thanx....G

[longboardnj]

A 17.5 brushless is about the same as a good 27t brushed stock motor and a 13.5 brushless is around a 19t brushed. Personally, I wouldn't go below a 10.5.

are these numbers facts???i dont know much about brushless but i got a 10.5 (i think lrp sport)and it ran like a good 19t brushed motor to me... anyway if you want to run brushless id run 10.5 .the problem is now you need a brushless esc too.this can cost $$$ and if you have a good esc now it may be best just to get a new brushed motor.. if you want to run a brushed motor id run a 19 turn pro (The Pro Motor is dyno tuned broken in and
has better brushes and brush springs)... my all time fav and best bang for the buck is the 19t KOMODO DRAGON PRO (brushed motor ) http://www.teamepiconline.com/shop/item_new.asp?item=TRI12004

[JHarris]

Those numbers are what's sanctioned for racing. Stock runs 27t brushed or 17.5 brushless. Superstock runs 19t brushed or 13.5 brushless. Performance can vary from car to car and driver to driver.

[Brandon G]

I run a Trinity Duo 2 13.5 with a Novak GTB in my stealth equipped RC10. It keeps up with the 10.5 B4's at the track just fine. This is a short indoor track, I know I would be at a disadvantage speed wise on a larger track. I would have no problems dropping a 10.5 in it, I know the tranny would handle it fine, but the added HP would just make the car push more. A 17.5 would suit you if you were just planning on running it around the yard.

Seems like most of the reputable brand BL motors work well, just make sure you get one that is sensored. They seem much smoother when going slow.

http://www.shopatron.com/products/productdetail/RMF+SS+Pro+Brushless+Motors/part_number=S341X/135.0.1.1.7521.26355.0.0.0?

[Jeep-Power]

for what it's worth-- I'm very happy with the Traxxas VXL brushless setup-- I've seen the entire system, motor & ESC go for $100 - $130 on Ebay -- new or barely used. The VXL ESC will allow you to run sensored or un-sensored and 3s Lipos.

I just scored one for $100 shipped

[Eau Rouge]

Though do keep in mind, a 27t in 2010 runs like a mild modified motor from 1986.

I wouldn't do anything lower than a 13.5 in a 6-gear to be safe. You'd probably be best off with any of the 17.5s out there.