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Old 03-31-2005, 09:41 PM
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will I smoke my speed 400 if I use a 2 cell li poly 11.4v
Old 03-31-2005, 09:44 PM
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is it 2 cell 7.4v or 3 cell 11.1v??

if the 7.4v, probably not, if it is the 3S 11.1v...if you do not use serious throttle management, yes...
if you are careful, it can work, but might shorten the life of the motor
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Agreed.
Old 03-31-2005, 10:10 PM
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thanks fellas,I will go out and buy the 7.4, I am using a great planes c-20 esc, will it be ok
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I made a bipe using depron foam, using the speed 400. 36" wingspan could you suggest the best brushless set up for me

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