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01-11-2006, 07:15 PM | #41 |
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Thank you! Assuming the BEC could supply enough current, could either of the cells you mentioned (or the ones below), handle the amp draw of a single lathe and a quarter scale servo? Also, I understand this thread is specifically about battery packs for your stick crawler chassis, but it seems to have the most information about smaller sized batteries. Thanks, Andrew Last edited by Cubman; 11-04-2006 at 04:29 PM. |
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01-11-2006, 07:50 PM | #42 |
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I'm sure you'd be fine using any of the batteries you've posted, or mentioned. However, anything with a smaller capacity than at least the 2500s won't cut it in my book.
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01-12-2006, 08:44 AM | #43 | |
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01-20-2006, 03:51 PM | #44 |
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Two quick questions. I noticed several of you guys are running 6cell 3300's split up either over the axels or one set of three on each end, what kind or run time are you getting with that set-up? Second question, whats the advantage of running different pinions in the front and rear, ie 9t up front and 8t in the back? Thanks, Tom |
01-20-2006, 04:38 PM | #45 | |
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01-20-2006, 05:24 PM | #46 |
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Thanks Kevin, has axle stall been a problem on the stick or just some of the other custom chassis'?
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01-20-2006, 05:28 PM | #47 |
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It's a problem with all clodbuster based trucks. The problem is independent of the chassis design.
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01-22-2006, 03:11 PM | #48 |
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Has anybody used MonsterGT shocks with your kit? Could they be used or are they too big?
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01-22-2006, 08:05 PM | #49 |
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I haven't used them and don't know if they will fit or not. Sorry.
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05-30-2006, 05:08 PM | #50 |
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EEPEE, interesting servo mount, may need to copy it
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01-20-2007, 12:22 PM | #51 |
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I was wondering what esc., batteries, motors, pinions, Servos, and wheels/tires you are running? I was going to try and make it down for some of the Phoenix comps and wanted to try get ready. I also have the original stick and was wondering if there are any advancments, recommeded upgrades, or adjustments that should be made? Do the brushless motors and Lipo's these days work better in crawlers than 2 years ago? MaxAmps seems to have some good options for lipo's. Thanks! |
01-20-2007, 03:57 PM | #52 | |
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Tekin Rebel 2 9 cell 2/3A packs 55t or 65t motors 8t pinions 5995tg robot servo front and rear with a voltage regulator Giant trac tires on narrowed clod rims You can limit your total articulation by using fuel tubing on your shock shafts. I did this to my stick chassis kit and I think it works better. Sometimes I wish I had more articulation but for the most part I think it's a good modification. Also, run your spring rates as soft as possible. The brushless motors are definitely allot better, especially the brushless motor controllers. LiPo technology has also come a long way. I think a brushless setup with LiPo's would work fine today. | |
03-19-2007, 06:05 PM | #53 |
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How can we make them???? The explaining said : 12 cells 7 for motor (a bit low voltage???) and 5 for servos. What size are the wire that connects the 4 split packs??? Anyone can post the project??? Kevin.... what you think about them????? In theory this pack seems better (but more complicated) than the standard stick pack 8cells... Dont'you think???? |
03-19-2007, 06:24 PM | #54 |
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He had a simple under the knuckle setup. Not too hard to fab up. I dont remember if he split the pack up evenly or had an offset cell count under the knuckles though.
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03-19-2007, 07:00 PM | #55 |
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Hello mariochi, as johnrobholmes said, you'll want to create an under the knuckle setup on your truck. There are various ways to do this. You should be able to find a few threads on here with details on how different people did it.
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03-20-2007, 04:03 PM | #56 | |
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In this case (connecting 2 BEC circuit of the two Tekin ESCs : 6Volts x 5 Ampere each)... I need the voltage regulator to connect 2 5955TG steering servos????? -With your setup (1 esc) you connect the voltage regulator directly to the battery pack (10,8V )that you use for the esc?? Let me know Kevin. Thank you. | |
03-21-2007, 08:41 AM | #57 | |
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04-08-2007, 01:50 AM | #58 |
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Happy easter ! I am planning this setup for the stick (think about the weight distribution!): 8 cells SUB C splitted in the 2 front wheels 2 tekin rebel2 on the rear axle (very light items) and the receiver on its place(near the rear axle) HERE IS THE QUESTION: I have 2 5955 servos , so, what I should prefer???: A)1 voltage regulator from the 8 cells front knuckles(light item that i can place everywhere) B)5 SUB C CELLS splitted (3+2) and placed in the rear knuckles (adding more traction on rear??) C)2/3 aa pack placed on the front alu mount ("The stick" has a plate on the right) (maximum front weight) D)2/3 aa pack placed on the rear alu mount ("The stick " has a plate on the left) A,B,C or D??????? Or in other words... I need other weight???? Where I need weight???? front or rear ??? |
04-08-2007, 01:56 AM | #59 | |
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Just to know.... It is not possible to run 2 tekin rebel escs with bec on. Only 1 BEC setted ON. I don't know why. But I have asked both "tekin rebel"and "hitec" assistance. | |
04-09-2007, 08:55 AM | #60 |
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The weight distribution you choose is really up to you, your driving style, and your terrain. I personally like running the voltage regulator and keeping the battery setup simple. More forward weight is always better. It's just how much that is the tricky part. About the BEC, did you try running the two speed controls together, or just asked the manufacturer about it? Thanks for the update and info. |
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