You need to hook the ESC to your computer VIA usb cable and turn your starting punch down. You can also adjust the throttle curve to make it a little more controllable. Just like scr8p said, try using a 6 cell pack too.
You can also adjust the punch/traction coltrol setting using the manual method without hooking up to a computer. Check the manual for instructions on how to do that. By default, that setting is disabled, allowing full power. You may want to start with it on the High setting and work your way down (up in power) until you find the correct setting.
And as a side note... I have the same ESC/Motor in my T4, but with 7.4V Lipo. Just a little advice based on my experience with this setup - go ahead and order new tires and tranny & spur gears now. You'll need them soon.
aeiou wrote:And as a side note... I have the same ESC/Motor in my T4, but with 7.4V Lipo. Just a little advice based on my experience with this setup - go ahead and order new tires and tranny & spur gears now. You'll need them soon.
Paul
Yeah, I had this in a t4, it was actually easier to control...maybe I have a bad setup on this truck.
I may be done with rc....
My gold pan is like a turtle next to this, so Im pretty much ruined on all fronts
You can also reduce the motor timing through the MM, if you want to cut overall top speed. It wont help the abundance of torque, but, like they said, punch and traction control should help. A 6 cell would also cut it a little bit. You are up near 65000 RPMs with 7 cells.
Its funny you have put this post up here.Ive done the very same thing with my Schumacher Storm 2000 truck.Ive been 'trying' to run a 7700 and 7 cell battery on the beach.Needless to say Ive stripped the teeth off the diff gear twice without getting a few minutes out of the car.Im running big monster beetle tyres on the truck and its like watching a land speed record car tearing down the beach.
I have access to a cheap traxxas revo, wonder how the motor would do on a heavier 4x4 vehicle? Castle claims its not for use on "monster trucks" but these lightweight cars just act plain stupid.
Wouldnt have enough torque for a revo. Itll get real hot, real quick. You need a much lower KV motor for something like that. You get more speed by adding voltage. I've burned up 2400-3000 KV motors on similar setups. I am, however, able to use the mamba max on 14 cells even though its only rated to 12. Never had a problem with it. 7700 KV is just nuts. It would probably be fine on like 5 cells...
I am waiting on a 5mm pinion, but I am planning on running a 3300 KV great planes ammo (35 bucks on tower - a total steal) with a mamba max on my T4. I dont think it will be crazy fast, but the run times should be good.
I have access to a cheap traxxas revo, wonder how the motor would do on a heavier 4x4 vehicle? Castle claims its not for use on "monster trucks" but these lightweight cars just act plain stupid.
maybe it's just me but the more outta control the funner thats gonna be my set up for my project
I have access to a cheap traxxas revo, wonder how the motor would do on a heavier 4x4 vehicle? Castle claims its not for use on "monster trucks" but these lightweight cars just act plain stupid.
maybe it's just me but the more outta control the funner thats gonna be my set up for my project
ANyone ever added weight to a truck to make it handle better? I know this is contrary, but maybe if this truck weighed another pound or two it would react better.
Dogbone wrote:ANyone ever added weight to a truck to make it handle better? I know this is contrary, but maybe if this truck weighed another pound or two it would react better.
To go that fast requires a perfect setup, it's a lot of work (trial and error). For starters the battery should be as far back as possible, and your diff needs to be tight but still smooth (ceramic diff balls help a lot). Some of the guys around here add a few of the Great Planes lead weights on either side of the battery in the back. On the racing surface the truck should be able to pull a wheelie if you snatch the throttle. Shift weight back or add to the rear until it does.
Also consider dropping to 6 or even 5 cells. To quote Dr. Ferry Porsche: "To go fast, just add lightness". Dropping cells will allow you to position the weight where it needs to be while still having a very fast truck. You will using the battery's energy in the form of amps more than volts (kinda, sorta).
If any of my old esc ever die can I still send them back to be fixed...Obviously there will be no warranty...Just wondering if they will still work on the old stuff ???
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A lot of companies will just offer you a discount on a new replacement, now the ESCs are all built by machine it's cheaper to replace it with new than actually repair an old one.
Over here in the UK we have Derek Bailey. he is an electronics...
sorry, but I have no idea about rc10 but,which body was comig with the RC 10 worlds? can they still be found? tower hobbies maybe?Mr Lexan?
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I know it isnt the right body, but it is a TBG, and the shock tower is against the rear lip on the roof...cant go forward any more, I tried (should just put a Pro SE body on there).
Is the B4 still in production? Or has associated moved on to the next model?B44? I have been on the associated website and can't find any production dates. Well the reason I am asking this question is I came across a B4 stealth nib with the...
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i dont see any time soon the b4 being phased out till the b5 is due even then you will beable to find parts and kits for a while longer. just like u can find a far amount of b3 parts still.
i am going to be buying a mod motor lathe. what is better v block or bearing lathe i am looking at the entegy mod fasion motor lathe with bearing support. what is the best and why? i have found one for 39.99 plus shipping.
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Cool, my Hudy Pro came today. Looks in great shape, lots of copper shavings but everything is nice and snug. I stripped it down, cleaned it, rebuilt it, and it seems to be pretty good. Tight tolerances, so lubricant makes a big difference. I look...
There's the Things that irriate you thread. The Vintage... I'm getting tired of it! thread. So, welcome to what should be the quite comical.... Today, a stupid person...
Started a new project. On a Sunday. With no clue what they're doing. Three...
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Whenever I go to Texas, I find several like that on I-10, empty highway, middle-of-nowhere, who drive 2 MPH below the limit. I go past at 5 MPH over, and they latch onto my rear quarter (in my blind spot) and hang. Next thing I know, I'm doing 95...
Just got this gem in the mail today. Popped off the wiring cover and discovered this:
And we've been wasting money on speed controls. You could have just hooked the motor straight to the receiver like this!
Can't imagine this worked too well......
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Ummm.....no you can't do that! The white wire is a pulse. Black and red are power and ground. You don't have anything there to control power with. The esc is not just an amplifier, it processes the signal.
