Hammer31

Hello everyone, I just bought an Arrma Granite BLS and today i took it out and it just sputtered on throttle and then the battery started smoking. The thing is 3 days old and worked fine up to this point.
I havent had a chance to buy a new charger yet so im using the lame thing they give you with the truck.
Any help would be appreciated.

PS i was into this about 20 years ago but so much has changed.

Hammer31

[TABLE]
[TR]
[TD]Power Type[/TD]
[TD]BLS Brushless Sports Performance[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]ESC Type[/TD]
[TD]35AMP Continous current capacity - 50AMP Peak current capacity - 2S LiPo Capable[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Battery usage[/TD]
[TD]7 Cell NiMh Maximum Battery usage (8.4V) - 2S LiPo Maximum Battery Usage (7.4V)[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Low Voltage Cut-Off (LVC)[/TD]
[TD]3.2V per Cell[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Thermal Protection[/TD]
[TD]Cut-Off at 95°C (F)[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Over-Current Protection[/TD]
[TD]Over 7 Cell NiMh or 2S LiPo (8.4V – 7.4V)[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]ESC Length[/TD]
[TD]42mm (1.65")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]ESC Height[/TD]
[TD]38mm (1.5")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]ESC Width[/TD]
[TD]23mm (0.91")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]ESC Weight[/TD]
[TD]85g (3oz)[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Capacitor Length[/TD]
[TD]20mm (0.79")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Capacitor Diameter[/TD]
[TD]8.7mm (0.34")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Receiver Wire Length[/TD]
[TD]138mm (5.43")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Battery Wire Length[/TD]
[TD]82mm (3.23")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Motor Wire Length[/TD]
[TD]132mm (5.2") Including connector[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Switch Length[/TD]
[TD]29.3mm (1.15")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Switch Width[/TD]
[TD]12.8mm (0.5")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Switch Height[/TD]
[TD]18mm (0.71")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Bullet Connectors[/TD]
[TD]3.5mm (0.14") Gold Plated[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Wire Specifications[/TD]
[TD]16AWG - 'T' Connector Factory Fitted[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Motor Type[/TD]
[TD]4000kv - 2 Pole Brushless[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Motor Length[/TD]
[TD]54mm - 58.7mm (2.13" - 2.31") Including End Bell[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Diameter[/TD]
[TD]35.8mm (1.41")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Shaft Length[/TD]
[TD]13mm (0.51")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Shaft Diameter[/TD]
[TD]3mm (0.12")[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Motor Mounting Hole Diameter[/TD]
[TD]M3[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Cable Length[/TD]
[TD]59mm (2.32") Including Bullet Style Connector[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Connector[/TD]
[TD]3.5mm (0.14") Gold Plated[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD]Weight[/TD]
[TD]160g (5.6oz)[/TD]
[/TR]
[/TABLE]

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

The NiMH battery cannot supply the power needed for the ESC, so it went up in smoke. It is very possible the ESC is ruined now, but you need to go LiPO.

Battery; http://www.atomikrc.com/collections/...-with-uni-plug

Charger; http://www.atomikrc.com/collections/...attery-charger

Hammer31

Even though its the battery that came with it and ran fine the first 2 days?
Not questioning you just trying to learn. I was interested in going LIPO just didnt know it was a necessity.
Do you suggest any upgrades to the truck besides Lipo?
Thanks for reply!

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Yeah. The first 2 days could have worn it down and on the last time you ran it, it gave out. With brushless, LiPO is a necessity these days. Maybe not for a very weak system, but that 35A setup draws a decent amount of current. As far as upgrades go, a T-Bone Racing front and rear bumper would be nice.

Front; http://tboneracing.net/10015-tbr-bas...a-granite-blx/

Rear; http://tboneracing.net/10005-tbr-nm2...-granite-mega/

Hammer31

OMG your like my new BFF haha Thank so much!

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Lol, no problem. Always happy to help someone into the hobby.

Hammer31

Im already looking into another one lol

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Lol, thats the never-ending cycle of RC. Buy one, before you know it, your whole garage is full of them....just like myself. XD

Hammer31

What do you suggest I look at? I have an old team losi LXT but i cant find a front bulkhead so I dont think i wanna go that route. 4wd is def on wish list.

collector1231

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In that case a Traxxas Slash 4x4 would be nice for bashing.

Hammer31

Yes i am looking at those....it seems they have a tone of aftermarket parts.

Hammer31

Is the 4wd worth it or is it just more things to go wrong? How about options like LCG?

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

LCG limits your ability to go some places if you will be running on rocky areas or areas with lots of dirt clumps. Also, you said you want 4x4, so why should you not get one?

Hammer31

Good point lol Just didnt know if they were a maintenance issue.
I am going to pick up this HPI Buggy 4wd for next to nothing from a local guy. Any experience with them?

RustyUs

Which one? I like HPI a lot, and almost got my hands on one. The big ol' DISCONTINUED stamp on the website (APACHE C1 4WD FLUX) turned me away from the particular model I was about to purchase.

Don't let a discontinued model get a person down...just check into parts and possible substitutions that are available. Just saying.

RustyUs

collector1231= full blown addict

Hammer31

[h=2]Trophy Flux Brushless Buggy[/h]

Hammer31

Still on the list but this HPI kinda popped up

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Yup, lol. Outta control would be another way to put it. :P


As far as the buggy goes, $300 is good for one if its in nice condition, considering new is $460. However, you will need to buy another 2S LiPO to be able to run it, or just buy a 4S LiPO.

4S LIPO; http://www.atomikrc.com/collections/...-with-uni-plug

Hammer31

The one im looking at is good condition no controller no wheels and tireds $150

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Do it.

Do it fast.

Hammer31

Oh good i thought it was a deal...the kid is draggin his heals on the meet up so its just a dream right now lol

Hammer31

And as I thought it went bust...I think I just talked to a junky with the needle still in his arm on the phone....wow

collector1231

My Feedback: (1)

Uhm... I wouldn't anymore. Hey, you're not online. Please tell me you're okay!