ORIGINAL: rcpattern
ORIGINAL: luckymacy
ORIGINAL: rcpattern
If I were you, having flown a Vanquish with the stock Torque motor, and also one with the HiMax in it, I would lean towards the HiMax. It definitely has more power. Pair it with a Castle ICE2 80HV and you are all set. Very easy setup. If you have any questions on it, please don't hesitate to ask,
Arch
What is the exact HiMax motor and Battery setup are you speaking of? Links would be a quick help. I too like the looks of the Vanquish and there's a good video of one flying with a Hacker on 6S out of Germany that looked pretty capable so it's got me wondering what alternative setups I could use to power the plane and get 8 to 9 minutes out of a flight.
I was referring to the HiMax 210 setup from F3A unlimited. Flying this plane on 6S would be a HUGE amp draw. I have flown it on the usual 10S setup with a Castle ICE2HV 80 setup,
Arch
My thoughts on this (based on my experience flying and experimenting with other planes) is that:
1) the plane was designed specifically for 10S. The plane was flight tested and adjusted with that setup in mind, so it has been 'optimized' for 10S
2) 6S setup, as Arch said, will be HUGE current draw to get reasonable power. This is much harder on the power system and runs in a much less efficient power band. It will generate more heat and require 'higher end' batteries with higher C ratings and longer life expectancy.
3) I was given so much advice, and still tried to experiment with power setups. My most valuable lesson learned:
Do whatever is working for the masses. If 99% of the guys are flying the Himax on 10S, DO IT!! You will then be able to troubleshoot with people and will know what to expect. It WILL cost you more money by trying to take a shortcut.
I called for an Advanced pilot flying the Vanquish over the weekend. It looked really great, he had some really solid flights. There is no need to try to change anything.
[link=http://www.f3aunlimited.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9_21&produc ts_id=332]Himax Motor[/link]
[link=http://www.f3aunlimited.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_24&produ cts_id=50]Castle ESC[/link]
Choose your favorite 5S battery packs and wire them in series.