brushless motor water proof?

[mac67]

anyone know if the motor itself is water proof?:?:

 

[slobin3d]

generally most sensorless motors are water proof, but they are extremely susceptible to grit, and dirt. I try not to get my motors wet, especially when its wet road because its all kinds of dirty

 

[mac67]

thats what i needed thanh you much

 

[minicracker]

I have a castle motor and was wondering the same. I have heard this same issue. The only spot i can see for things to get in is by the wires. I thought if i put some silicone it that piece it would be completely sealed. Will this work? Is there anywhere else??

 

[Trikster]

Through the bearings. Depending on the RPM you are running, any water in the bearings could prematurely wear out the bearings...especially if you are in a high RPM situation. Heats up the water, vaporizes it and it takes the oil with it. Then rust, then sieze... Don't ask me how I know that one.

 

[slobin3d]

just as you would do with a brushed motor when its in the wet, you want to relube the bearings with a good motor lube"thumbsup"