RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]also just rember the punch control is only off the line... so once you get going you're gunna loose the softend punch feel once you move up in the trigger position.[/quote] I thought the punch control limited the speed (internally) at which the ESC outputs upto full power? Would it matter if the vehicle is already moving? I have mine set at max punch control and the lowest timing setting and I still can have to be cautious with my trigger finger when I drive on our dirt track.
Posted on: 10/12/2009 4:23 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9167222

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]1) Smaller pinion for more power? 2) Is the grub screw coming loose because I am overgeared or is it just a lame grub screw (all Robinson Racing)? [/quote] Your gearing should be fine, just keep checking the motor temps. With brushless, you have more room for adjusting gearing. My neighbor has that gearing in his BX with a CC SW 4600. He is very quick off the line and fast at top end. You might try some lock-tight on the grub screw. Make sure you let it dry before running it.
Posted on: 10/12/2009 4:14 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9167197

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]how's that 2.4 ghz been working out? The range and glitching with my stock radio is starting to cause me problems and I was giving some thought to that Tower unit. [/quote] Its great! It doesn't have special features, but for range, I can drive waaaay farther than I can see what I am doing, and the four batteries (instead of 8) seemed to last a long time. I haven't had glitching problems at all. The only time I melted a diff was when I thought my slipper was slipping and I kept tightening it, when it was really my diff slipping. I was powering out of sharp turns on an asphalt road course.
Posted on: 9/2/2009 4:29 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9064918

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
Redvan, good to hear from you! I made a few modifications to my Evader and it is almost as durable as a Rustler, but it handles better. Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMNC5tlyCQw
Posted on: 9/2/2009 3:52 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9064833

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]its even faster now running LIPO!!!!! i will make another speed run when i get back to florida.[/quote] Hey Cheech, Have you run a 3S in yours yet?
Posted on: 9/2/2009 3:49 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: On a cycle the batteries only show taking 625mah
I bought 6 batteries from All-Battery. After contacting them twice for replacements, on the third time they just sent me six new ones. After running all 10 of them for over a year now, one is finally pooping out. All Battery has treated me very well and I will buy some more from them again. They aren't the most powerful batteries, but they are affordable. I am running them with my brushless now so they are getting a workout.
Posted on: 8/8/2009 6:36 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9000466

RE: Lipo's manufactured in U.S. ?
How much advancement to our current battery technology do you think the $2.4 Bajillion dollars will bring? Is there anything that promising out there? It sounds like this is just for manufacturing, and the US is not nessesarily the most cost effective place to do that.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 5:07 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995666

RE: Discharging NiCds w/ a Tower 420
That Tower charger is a fixed 5 amp charger. Its really too high for a 1500 mah battery. The Venom charger will be much better, read the manual again and learn to use it. For those batteries, don't charge at higher than 1.5 amps (even lower is easier on them). You really don't need to fully discharge the batteries except [u]maybe[/u] every couple months. Just using them normally will be enough discharge to excercise any memory out of them.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 1:57 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995153

RE: Discharging Lipos and other questions??
[quote]the individual cells at say 4.1v, 4.2v and 3.7v[/quote] That would not be good to see.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 12:00 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8994851

RE: Storing batteries
This site is kinda biased, since it is from a company that makes NiCd cycling equipment, but it has good info. http://www.batteryuniversity.com/
Posted on: 8/6/2009 11:46 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8994819

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]Just wanted to take a minute to thank all the contributors to this thread. There is an overwhleming amount of info here and it has become an invaluable resource, glad I stumbled on it. [/quote] I just noticed that was your first post. Welcome to the Forum! With all the things you've done, I thought you were an old hat with the Evader. [quote]I was thinking of going with a cheap EZ-Run brushless set up but also was looking at the Check Point Money brushed motor. I don't need a lot of speed and would like to keep the tranny the same with out having to mod it. Speed wise I would like 25 to 30 MPH, I think this is possible with out having to mod the tranny. Any advise would be helpful![/quote] If you have some way to get the commutator cut inexpensively, then the Money 19t is a great motor. Get a comm brush and keep it clean. My son still has my old Money Motor in his buggy and he is happy with it. I loved it in my truck. You should get the speed you want with that motor, it is a great match for the stock Evader. Brushless has it's advatages though. More power at low end and no maintenance required. It is a good investment. I run my BL with both Tenergy NiMH and Zippy Lipo. You can't drive like a maniac with BL, though, you'll tear stuff apart and smash into things before you know it. I am looking at the EZRun 8.5t or 10t for the next motor for the buggy. For $106, looks like you can't go wrong. For jumping better, get the 30 wt oil. And with a better motor, your nose will come up when you keep the gas on while in the air. If you are really heavy in the front, you can cut the foam in the back of the battery pack to move the battery back some.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 11:40 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8994709

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]speaking of selling i may sell mine, tho idk, i got it near perfect i think, with BL all those little probelms you could get away with on a brushed setup come back and just hit you in the face... [/quote] This thread is getting depressing. Don't sell them, keep them around, just give them a rest. That way, down the road, it will be there like an old friend, and you will appreciate it again.
Posted on: 8/5/2009 6:39 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8993069

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]Yea i was just watching it, it was pretty sweet especially since nobody really was running 3s in a 10th scale at the time. but it was too much power for everyday use so i geared down quite a bit over time,lol its at 40 bucks right now with six days lefts so it wont be long it will be someone elses toy [/quote] So how fast was it? and where is the video?
Posted on: 8/5/2009 6:18 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8993034

RE: Storing batteries
I wouldn't expect the batteries to be very good after storage for a few years with no use. You should long-term store them with around a 50% charge and then cycle them every couple months.
Posted on: 8/5/2009 10:56 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8991896

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]Lug, will both of these allow me ot keep my exiting esc?[/quote] The EZ Run Brushless comes with an ESC. The 12 turn motors should be fine with your existing ESC.
Posted on: 7/18/2009 10:07 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8944535

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]CONGRADS! 600 PAGES OF EVADER PROBLEMS AND BREAKAGE![/quote] Thank you! Thankyouverymuch!!! We were out this morning at 9:00 am. The temp on the dirt was 100 degrees even though the air temperature was 85. By 10:30 the track was 110. Three Evaders racing enduro with dust and sweat and good times. Where is that delta breeze?
Posted on: 7/18/2009 8:07 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8944559

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]arg curse these whimpy 1.6mm spring pins,[/quote] I can't quite see what going on there. Are they sliding out or snapping or.....?
Posted on: 7/14/2009 6:33 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8933455

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
So, what does your "Score" mean?????
Posted on: 7/14/2009 12:25 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8931265

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
Yes, I have already cut the windshield out of my son's buggy to cool the ESC because the body fits so tight. My ST seems to get plenty of air through it. Maybe I need to intall an air conditioner and compressor. Maybe some dry ice or liquid nitrogen. Maybe I need to move to Alaska.
Posted on: 7/14/2009 12:24 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8931260

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]have you guys tried running with out bodies??? to get some airflow??? [/quote] Yeah, that helps. We still like to run with our bodies, though. It is 98 degrees today, 103 forcast thru Friday. Our track (and the asphalt) is even hotter. Too much radiant heat coming up into the cars. We got some driving in last week, though. How are you liking the Lipo? Did you get a top speed estimate yet?
Posted on: 7/13/2009 5:59 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8930008

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
We have been dealing with hot motors, ESCs, and batteries. It seems that the track temperatures have the most effect on our vehicles. They stay pretty cool if we get out early in the morning, but its just too hot by 10:00am.
Posted on: 7/13/2009 4:01 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8929630

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]Awesome.. thank you very much for taking a time to get that to me. Any suggestions on what else I should pick up with one or two of these.. like a balancer. I have a MRC Super Brian 977, which I know will charge a lipo, but won't balance it. So what sort of maintance do these bats need. Again thanks for the help. [/quote] Yes, you should get a balancer. You should also consider getting a hard case Lipo, especially if you drive on dirt. A little rock could get under the pack and puncture it when you jump. http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=8357&Product_Name=ZIPPY_Flightmax_4000mAh_2S1P_25C_Car_Lipoly
Posted on: 7/9/2009 9:41 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8918663

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]Any suggestion on some good packs that are not overly priced.[/quote] I have a couple Zippy Lipo car packs. I've had them since April and don't have a lot of cycles through them. They were an affordable option for trying Lipo but I don't run (or charge) them too hard. They were $28. I got a 3S for fun, it was $47. They were cheap so I don't expect too much from them. They will make your Mamba come alive.
Posted on: 7/8/2009 5:42 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8916871

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]ORIGINAL: Matt_Gruizinga [quote]ORIGINAL: SacramentoJoe [quote]if you want the answer yes a heatsink would help but you should really change your gearing. probably up maybe too a 24t or a 25t. [/quote] I think I need to get a clue. Can someone refer me to some information on how gearing-up will help with high temps on a brushless? [/quote] since he stated his motor was getting hot
Posted on: 7/6/2009 10:34 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8910454

RE: Can You Undergear Brushless?
Well, I am getting more and more conflicting information. Some people are saying I am geared way too low and that is my problem, but I can't find any information other than opinions. And all of those opinions are different.
Posted on: 7/4/2009 11:02 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8905752

RE: The Evader Coalition - T.E.C.
[quote]if you want the answer yes a heatsink would help but you should really change your gearing. probably up maybe too a 24t or a 25t. [/quote] I think I need to get a clue. Can someone refer me to some information on how gearing-up will help with high temps on a brushless?
Posted on: 7/4/2009 10:56 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8905740

RE: Can You Undergear Brushless?
No, I don't have a temp gun, so I should probably re-calibrate my finger. [:)] I am pretty sure that the problem IS with the track temperatures and the air temperatures. I no longer believe the gearing is the problem.
Posted on: 7/2/2009 6:51 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8901793

RE: 20c lipo compared to nimh battery?
Venoms aren't the best. Zippys aren't the best either. Yet, I think the Zippy will perform better and definitely give you more off-the-line punch.
Posted on: 6/29/2009 12:23 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8890858

RE: China
I guess it depends on which batteries you are talking about.
Posted on: 6/29/2009 12:15 PM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8890830

RE: Can You Undergear Brushless?
Thanks for the info. I'll keep the 17 on for a while and keep checking and maybe go back to the 18 since that is what I like. I guess the real problem is the air temperature. Yesterday, it was 90 degrees at 9:00am and topped-out at 109 degrees here. Only supposed to be 106 today. Those kinds of temps aren't very conducive to electrics. It is like a blast furnace. I usually bring a small computer fan and hook it up to an old NiMH battery pack to cool the motors/ESC during our breaks. That helps a bit, but there isn’t a lot of shade so it is even hotter on the track. We drive laps around our track, which is dusty and slippery right now. Most of the time we race (informal) around and call out different routes, but we are usually always driving fast when we are there. Maybe this link of our track video will work. http://west-roseville-offroad-rc.googlegroups.com/web/dusty+track.wmv?hl=en&gda=Ez-CgkEAAAC0JGXm84s9475eGoXWFfV6FtbDBViJlRm6Aua5Ar5y8DAnpIuKzghlIcwfi3ni0GFTCT_pCLcFTwcI3Sro5jAzlXFeCn-cdYleF-vtiGpWAA
Posted on: 6/29/2009 11:05 AM by Author "SacramentoJoe" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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