Servo Suggestions

[Smonkman]

I'm looking for a new servo for my Ascender. It's an RTR and I'm hoping to put something in stronger then whats in there. Would prefer waterproof. What do you guys suggest?

Is it possible I would see an upgrade in the current Spektrum servo just by adding a BEC? I think it maxes out at 133 oz of torque.

[LukeKang77]

I personally wouldn't waste my time with the stock spektrum servo, but I would however invest in a BEC. As far as servos go, I have had good luck with this one, and it doesn't break the bank either.
Savox SW-0231MG Waterproof High Torque STD Metal Gear Digital Servo

I have also used this servo with good results as well, 277oz/in at 6v. This servo would work well in your ascender if you can afford it.
Savox SW-1210SG Waterproof Coreless Steel Gear Digital Servo
Good luck with your search!

[Smonkman]

I just ordered the 1210 for the TF2 kit I'm building. Maybe I should throw that in my Ascender and order the 0231 for my TF2.

[Natedog]

Hitec HS-7955TG
Hitec RCD HS-7955TG V2 High Res. Ultra Torque Titanium Gear Servo

or Hitec HS-7950TH
Hitec RCD HS-7950TH Mega Torque Ti Gear Digital Dual BB

[1esotericguy]

Just installed a 1210 savox and BEC in my bronco ascender. Strong Servo. Super snappy. The stocker was so saggy. This 1210 really snaps.

[Smonkman]

That's exactly how I feel about the stock servo. It's just blah. I wonder if the Savox 0231 will be enough. Don't have a lot of extra funds as I just bought everything for my Trailfinder kit

[Bry73]

I just recently added the Spectrum S6230 and a Bec and, it is 311 oz Torque at 6 volts and fast at 0.14 and it is waterproof.

[Natedog]

Originally Posted by Smonkman

That's exactly how I feel about the stock servo. It's just blah. I wonder if the Savox 0231 will be enough. Don't have a lot of extra funds as I just bought everything for my Trailfinder kit

Originally Posted by Bry73

I just recently added the Spectrum S6230 and a Bec and, it is 311 oz Torque at 6 volts and fast at 0.14 and it is waterproof.

Either of these are better than the RTR servo, with the Spektrum better than the Savox by 50% torque, and little more speed. Run what you can afford and have fun is the key.

You can always add an AvidRC $1 ball bearing (6x10x2.5mm open, part # MR106) to the stock RTR servo output shaft, cheap, easy and will extend stock servo life by months.
Post #277, you can see the bag of bearings next to the brass output shaft bushing that I removed from the servo and replaced with a bearing.
Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER


Savox 0231 WP
Savox SW0231MG STD Waterproof Digital Servo
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Dimensions(mm): 41.8x20.2x42.9
Weight(g): 66
Speed(@6.0V sec/60): .17
Torque(@6.0V oz-in): 208.0
Gear: Metal
Bearing: 2BB
Case: Plastic
25 Tooth Spline


Spektrum S6230
S6230 Digital Surface Servo (SPMSS6230): Spektrum - The Leader in Spread Spectrum Technology
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Size Category:Specialty
TypeigitalApplication:1/10 Buggy, Truck, On-Road
Torque:311 oz-in (22.4kg-cm) @ 6.0V
Speed:0.14 sec/60 deg @ 6.0V, at no load
Length:1.61 in (41mm)
Width:0.82 in (20.8mm)
Height:1.18 in (30mm)
Weight:2.1 oz (59.5g)
Bushing Or Bearing:Bearing
BearingualMotor
Type:Coreless
Connector Type:Z-connector, removable
Gear Type:MetalGear
Material:Steel, Aluminum
Current Draw Idle:9.8 mA @ 6.0V
Current Draw Stall:4900mA @ 6.0V
Voltage:6.0V
Deadband:4µs

[Levesque87]

I have a 7995SH sitting and waiting for the ascender to come in. Brand new off eBay for 60 bucks shipped.

[tgh117]

I have a 5955 (same as current 7955) and it works very well. Feeding mine from a BEC as well just for fun.


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[Natedog]

Originally Posted by Levesque87

I have a 7995SH sitting and waiting for the ascender to come in. Brand new off eBay for 60 bucks shipped.

Good score!

Originally Posted by tgh117

I have a 5955 (same as current 7955) and it works very well. Feeding mine from a BEC as well just for fun.

Both good servos.

[Sammy J.]

Anyone got the Spectrum S6030? I'm curious about performance and what the tooth count is for the horn. I can't seem to find a review.


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[tgh117]

It's the same as a JR servo. I never used mine until I recently made it my shift aervo


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[Big Bill]

I am running 7955s in two different trucks, I have been beating on one for 6 or 7 months with no problems. The other is in a Class 1 I just finished, only a few runs on it but I really like these servos.

[Natedog]

Originally Posted by Sammy J.

Anyone got the Spectrum S6030? I'm curious about performance and what the tooth count is for the horn. I can't seem to find a review.

Not sure if typo, but it's Spektrum with a 'k', here's the manufacturer specs
S6030 Digital Surface Servo - High-Torque (SPMSS6030): Spektrum - The Leader in Spread Spectrum Technology

KEY FEATURES
Delivers torque with silky smooth precision
Heavy-duty
Dual ball-bearing output shaft
Overload protection
8 inch 22AWG lead
Mounting lug height optimized for surface applications

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Size Category:Standard
TypeigitalApplication:1/10-scale servo for monster trucks, buggies and truggies
Torque:222 oz-in (16 kg-cm) @ 4.8V; 278 oz-in (20 kg-cm) @ 6.0V
Speed:0.18 sec/60° @ 4.8V; 0.15 sec/60° @ 6.0V
Length:1.6 in (41mm)
Width:0.8 in (20mm)
Height:1.5 in (38mm)
Weight:1.8 oz (52.4 g)
Bushing Or Bearing:Bearing
Bearingual
Motor Type:Coreless
Connector Type:Z-connector
Gear Type:Metal
Gear Material:Titanium
Voltage:4.8V or 6.0V (4- or 5-cell)

Originally Posted by tgh117

It's the same as a JR servo. I never used mine until I recently made it my shift aervo

Good to know, how's it running?

Originally Posted by Big Bill

I am running 7955s in two different trucks, I have been beating on one for 6 or 7 months with no problems. The other is in a Class 1 I just finished, only a few runs on it but I really like these servos.

Great 1.9 servo! I like mine.

[tgh117]

Originally Posted by Natedog

Not sure if typo, but it's Spektrum with a 'k', here's the manufacturer specs

S6030 Digital Surface Servo - High-Torque (SPMSS6030): Spektrum - The Leader in Spread Spectrum Technology



KEY FEATURES

Delivers torque with silky smooth precision

Heavy-duty

Dual ball-bearing output shaft

Overload protection

8 inch 22AWG lead

Mounting lug height optimized for surface applications



PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Size Category:Standard

TypeigitalApplication:1/10-scale servo for monster trucks, buggies and truggies

Torque:222 oz-in (16 kg-cm) @ 4.8V; 278 oz-in (20 kg-cm) @ 6.0V

Speed:0.18 sec/60° @ 4.8V; 0.15 sec/60° @ 6.0V

Length:1.6 in (41mm)

Width:0.8 in (20mm)

Height:1.5 in (38mm)

Weight:1.8 oz (52.4 g)

Bushing Or Bearing:Bearing

Bearingual

Motor Type:Coreless

Connector Type:Z-connector

Gear Type:Metal

Gear Material:Titanium

Voltage:4.8V or 6.0V (4- or 5-cell)







Good to know, how's it running?







Great 1.9 servo! I like mine.

So far so good. I am waiting in slightly warmer weather, only 11 degrees here today and my replacement cv shaft to get back going. It's probably overkill for shifting duties but it was a close reach for now...


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