Starter box
 

I am planning on getting a starter box. I was wondering if I got a 1/10 scale box can I also use it for 1/8 scale? do you reaaly have to use it the only way it says? I only plan on using it for my off-road cars. Also, what starter box should I get (not very expensive)?

RE: Starter box
 

OFNA has a starter box that you can use for both 1/8 and 1/10 scale cars, check it out www.ofna.com

RE: Starter box
 

Here http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXAXU5&P=7
Don't let them fool you, it works great for offroads too!!!!

RE: Starter box
 

what's better to start a .21 TT engine?

a 2x550 motor box, or a single 750 one?

cheers[&:]

RE: Starter box
 

I would go with the single 750, it has more torque and will turn over even the most stubbornest engines.

RE: Starter box
 

Make sure the two vehicles are compatible. For instance, my NTC3 requires the starter wheel to be way in the back and perpendicular to the chassis. Belt drive cars usually require the starter wheel to be parallel to the chassis. The placement of the wheel may prohibit you from just turning the veicle sideways.

RE: Starter box
 

I use a ofna with a 750 it works great it always turns the motor over and the charges last a while.

RE: Starter box
 

Your selection should depend on the size motor that you intend to run in the car. The smaller .12 and .15 size engines do fine on the boxes with the 2 540 motors.

For the larger engines like a .21 I would go with the larger single 12 volt motor (1/8th scale box). I have used both and the larger motor puts out a lot more torque to turn the bigger engines over with ease.

The only drawback is that the larger box is just that, it is a lot bigger and heavier so this adds to what you have to carry to the track or parking lot. If that is not an issue then the choice is clear in my opinion.

If weight and space is an issue as it always has been for me, then keep in mind that you can run the 2 540 motors with up to 14 to 15 volts which will give a lot more push on the wheel.

Also be sure to check that your model is compatible with the model you are buying or have. Some models do not work with starter boxes.


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