8ight-t electric
07-15-2009, 09:21 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
So far, the ONLY system to prove reliable here locally, is the Castle System. Get the 2200 Kv system, run 4S or 5S and you'll be a happy camper. 
07-15-2009, 09:56 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
Losi conversion (well balanced)
Castle combo (esc & 2200kv motor)
Zippy flightmax 4s 5000mah 25c lipos (great batts, even better price)
I just converted my 8ight as well to electric and all i will tell you is... wow.... its amazing the difference.
Castle combo (esc & 2200kv motor)
Zippy flightmax 4s 5000mah 25c lipos (great batts, even better price)
I just converted my 8ight as well to electric and all i will tell you is... wow.... its amazing the difference.
07-15-2009, 01:20 PM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
ORIGINAL: FoamyVictim
So far, the ONLY system to prove reliable here locally, is the Castle System. Get the 2200 Kv system, run 4S or 5S and you'll be a happy camper.
So far, the ONLY system to prove reliable here locally, is the Castle System. Get the 2200 Kv system, run 4S or 5S and you'll be a happy camper.
07-15-2009, 09:16 PM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
hey have you guys heard of the tekno rc coversions and the tekno rc 2200kv motors doing any good?
the kit contains
1/8th Scale Electric specific 4mm CNC machined and hard anodized 7075-T6 chassis
Patent pending motor mount (available for 36mm or 42mm motor diameters)
Complete Tekno RC 1/8th Elektri-Clutch system - adapter, hard alum. shoes, .8mm springs, 14t clutch bell and bearings
Low CG long battery tray w/battery straps (165x52mm)
Radio tray w/integrated transponder mount
Servo mounts w/integrated wire guides
Chassis mud guards
Rear chassis brace
All necessary hardware
Detailed installation instructions
the kit contains
1/8th Scale Electric specific 4mm CNC machined and hard anodized 7075-T6 chassis
Patent pending motor mount (available for 36mm or 42mm motor diameters)
Complete Tekno RC 1/8th Elektri-Clutch system - adapter, hard alum. shoes, .8mm springs, 14t clutch bell and bearings
Low CG long battery tray w/battery straps (165x52mm)
Radio tray w/integrated transponder mount
Servo mounts w/integrated wire guides
Chassis mud guards
Rear chassis brace
All necessary hardware
Detailed installation instructions
07-16-2009, 09:34 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
It's another way to make it "Feel" like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the "Instant On" power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
07-16-2009, 10:08 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
are you using the castle system?
and a 4s would be the biggest i can go because of my charger the ice only goes to 4 cells
and a 4s would be the biggest i can go because of my charger the ice only goes to 4 cells
07-16-2009, 11:35 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
Yes, that vid is of my Jammin truggy with the Castle 2200 Kv system on a cheap 4S 4900 Rhino/Zippy Pack. Your truck should perform better, because it will end up about 2 lbs lighter.
07-16-2009, 11:53 AM
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It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
07-16-2009, 12:25 PM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
for the win is a sally:P, he hates castle thats why he says the tekin, he doesnt like the hype that castle is getting with there great brushless systems and even better customer support:P
07-16-2009, 03:22 PM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
Ive been dealing with Castle for 5+ years now. One of the main reasons why I keep going back is because of their customer service. Ive had a few issues in the past with their product but they have always been there taking care of any problem that arose. Anytime I send CC a email it is answered within 24hrs and a solution is given. The bonus to this all is they make a quality product.
07-16-2009, 09:07 PM
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for the win is a sally:P, he hates castle thats why he says the tekin, he doesnt like the hype that castle is getting with there great brushless systems and even better customer support:P
for the win is a sally:P, he hates castle thats why he says the tekin, he doesnt like the hype that castle is getting with there great brushless systems and even better customer support:P
07-17-2009, 12:48 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
ORIGINAL: FoamyVictim
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
I used to do this same thing with my B44 when I first got it, Id get enough bravery to practice with the nitro's.I got so lucky after an 8th scale buggy pushed my car to the other side of the track, didnt hurt my car at all, and I just kept going.
I dont do this anymore but it brought back some fun memories.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
07-17-2009, 10:20 AM
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RE: 8ight-t electric
ORIGINAL: rebelracer246
with the clutch on and being able to change your throttle curve do you think that would work good?
ORIGINAL: FoamyVictim
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hresggC5_GI[/youtube]
07-17-2009, 10:23 AM
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ORIGINAL: rebelracer246
how long is your run times with castles 2200 kv system with a 4s 5000 mah
how long is your run times with castles 2200 kv system with a 4s 5000 mah
07-17-2009, 10:25 AM
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You like outrunning nitro dont ya.. I used to do this same thing with my B44 when I first got it, Id get enough bravery to practice with the nitro's.
I got so lucky after an 8th scale buggy pushed my car to the other side of the track, didnt hurt my car at all, and I just kept going.
I dont do this anymore but it brought back some fun memories.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
ORIGINAL: FoamyVictim
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
It's another way to make it ''Feel'' like nitro. But really its a reduction in performance. Once you get used to the ''Instant On'' power, you can really use it as an advantage. Check this out. About two minutes into the vid, I jumped OVER the truggy in front of mine:
I used to do this same thing with my B44 when I first got it, Id get enough bravery to practice with the nitro's.I got so lucky after an 8th scale buggy pushed my car to the other side of the track, didnt hurt my car at all, and I just kept going.
I dont do this anymore but it brought back some fun memories.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
After all the nay-saying that went on about brushless 8th scale, it always tickles my fancy when I beat a nitro that way.
07-18-2009, 08:01 PM
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I run the Losi 2100 in mine and love it. My track is huge and has a 200+ FT streight so the higher KV is optimal for me. I run 16/48 and the motor get up to 150-165* depending on outside temps.
