Motor/ESC
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Motor/ESC
So I'm stop new to all this and have a pretty basic question. I upgraded my spur and pinion gear to 64t & 29t respectively. The motor and ESC definitely get hot and shuts down after only a short while. So my question is if I'm able to keep them cool enough will it still damage the motor or ESC? I found an old heatsink and fan from a PC build and through that on. Do you think that should keep them cool? I think so but what do I know. Can't post a pic yet but I think it will so the job.
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Your RC is probably way overgeared.
What RC?
Having a infrared thermometer will be your best friend when you start messing with gearing and different motors. Keep your brushless motors below 180°F, and to be on the safe side I always strive for 160°F when I bring my RC off the track, or done bashing.
You can put whatever heatsink/fan you want on the motor, and ESC. I think it will be a band aid and not do a whole heck of a lot in making a huge difference in temps if you are pushing your gear too hard.
What RC?
Having a infrared thermometer will be your best friend when you start messing with gearing and different motors. Keep your brushless motors below 180°F, and to be on the safe side I always strive for 160°F when I bring my RC off the track, or done bashing.
You can put whatever heatsink/fan you want on the motor, and ESC. I think it will be a band aid and not do a whole heck of a lot in making a huge difference in temps if you are pushing your gear too hard.