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Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 2:39:35 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Intro, I am 33 years old now. I used to race electric RC cars about 15 years ago. So I have been away for a very long time. My wife got me an electric volcano for christmas, which looks like it will be some fun. The truck is on it's way to me, I don't actually have it in hand yet but I want to get a jump on some stuff. My questions are :

1 Can the battery be upgraded voltage wise (maybe an 8 cell 9.6 or 7 cell 8.4 ?) or should I stick to a 7.2 and just go higher mah ? Would a voltage upgrade serve any real benefits ? Is it safe ? Sorry if this sounds like a dumb question, but these types of mods did not really exist 15 years ago.

2 Any recommended upgrade parts right off the bat ?

3 I am looking for increased speed and runtime with cost in mind.

All responses, help and guidance greatly appreciated. I am really looking forward to getting back in. They are building new houses across the street and there is some awesome dirt piles and stuff to tear up. Can't wait.


Thanks to all,
Chris
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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 3:54:15 PM   
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quote:

ORIGINAL: zippycal

Intro, I am 33 years old now. I used to race electric RC cars about 15 years ago. So I have been away for a very long time. My wife got me an electric volcano for christmas, which looks like it will be some fun. The truck is on it's way to me, I don't actually have it in hand yet but I want to get a jump on some stuff. My questions are :

1 Can the battery be upgraded voltage wise (maybe an 8 cell 9.6 or 7 cell 8.4 ?) or should I stick to a 7.2 and just go higher mah ? Would a voltage upgrade serve any real benefits ? Is it safe ? Sorry if this sounds like a dumb question, but these types of mods did not really exist 15 years ago.

2 Any recommended upgrade parts right off the bat ?

3 I am looking for increased speed and runtime with cost in mind.

All responses, help and guidance greatly appreciated. I am really looking forward to getting back in. They are building new houses across the street and there is some awesome dirt piles and stuff to tear up. Can't wait.


Thanks to all,
Chris




1. yes you can upgrade to an 8.4, it will make it faster since there is more voltage, i am sure you could go 9.6 too.
2. BRUSHLESS SYSTEM FROM REDCAT, i did it on my tornado and tsunami and its amazing the difference you get.
3. the brushless system lasts as long on the stock system, if not longer

get some pics and videos of your running!!!!!

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 4:10:58 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Where would I find more info/pricing about the brushless conversion ?

If I stick to battery upgrades are the 8.4 and 9.6 batteries safe to run in this truck without damaging stuff ? I was considering 9.6 volt 3800 mah batteries.

What style battery connectors do these trucks come with ?

Thanks !
chris

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 4:21:55 PM   
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Status: online 		redcatracing.com is where you would find a good, inexpensive brushless system, they are out of stock right now but should be getting them in very soon, they are very much worth the wait.

i ran an 8.4 in mine and had no problems and i am sure the 9.6 would be fine too but just stick to the 8.4, the mah doesnt matter.

they come with tamiya connectors.

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 4:30:48 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Thanks for the info. Unfortunately $120 is a little out of range right now so I guess I will stick with batteries for now.

Isn't mah directly linked to runtime ? I was figuring that the jump to 9.6v would show an increase in power and speed, while a higher mah would provice longer run times. Is that an incorrect line of thinking ? Is there anyway to know for sure that I won't damage the electronice in the truck ?

Again thanks for the link, they have a lot of good upgrade parts for the truck.

chris


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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 4:52:24 PM   
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Status: online 		i meant it doesnt matter what mah you use, and yes the larger the mah the longer the run time.

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 5:32:17 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Ok thanks, I just wanted to make sure I am a lot rusty.

How about suspension and what not on this truck, is it decent ?

chris

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 5:40:23 PM   
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Status: online 		yeah, its decent, 8 oil filled shocks, i am happy with mine, you should like it, here's a video of mine stock with a 7.2 1800 battery

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YE7oPkoCIZk

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 5:47:02 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Awesome thanks, you have been a great help. Can't wait for the fun to begin.


chris

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 5:51:29 PM   
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Status: online 		your welcome bro, let me know how you make out, keep us informed!!!!!

and

HAVE FUN

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 6:00:24 PM   
zippycal


 

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Chris

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 7:57:17 PM   
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Status: online 		I think the Brushless will be too much if you haven't driven in a while. It actually has more torque than nitro.

I don't think an 8 cell would be good. Stick with 6 cells.

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 7:58:30 PM   
zippycal


 

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Status: offline 		Why the no go on 8 cells ?

chris

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 8:01:53 PM   
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Status: online 		It will run through the motor real quick and most likely smoke the esc.

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RE: Electric Volcano questions - 1/7/2008 8:06:26 PM   
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