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Old 03-09-2014, 01:05 PM   #1
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Default Battery cable extension

I did a few searches and really hadn't come up with a solid answer, so I figured I'd ask here.

I have a TF2, and I'm sure those that have one know how much of a task it can be to disconnect or charge for that matter if the battery is in the factory location. I use a 2S lipo with a sidewinder CC ESC. I was wondering if making a 6 to 8 inch extension from my battery to my ESC, in an attempt to be able to charge and power down my truck, would put my electronics at any risk?

I mention 6 to 8 in. but it may be shorter than this as I just need to have access to the plug is all.

I know that with added wire length and two additional connection points, comes added resistance, but I'm wondering if it's worth it to be able to charge and power down a bit faster. Has anyone ever done this or heard of this being used before? I'm using Traxxas connectors but will be switching to Deans style soon.

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Old 03-09-2014, 01:19 PM   #2
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Default Re: Battery cable extension

With the low amperage draw on most crawlers and scalers, I wouldn't be concerned about some extra wire length.
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Old 03-09-2014, 01:22 PM   #3
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With the low amperage draw on most crawlers and scalers, I wouldn't be concerned about some extra wire length.
Thanks! With such a short distance, I'm optimistic that it wont be too much of a problem.
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