Brushless Conversion!

**filmmaker** · 05-03-2009 01:26 PM

Was a litte bored this morning and since my brushed motor let out the majic smoke and wating for a new one from Traxxas this is what I did..

This is a 5400kv motor out of a small 3D plane, and a dynamite esc..
wow! and this motor is small compaired to the stock VXL mini..

**ducklake** · 05-03-2009 01:32 PM

So.....How does it run??

**traxxasfan1** · 05-03-2009 02:09 PM

yeah get a vid!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

**Laxman101** · 05-03-2009 02:13 PM

yes, get a vid

**filmmaker** · 05-03-2009 05:03 PM

Originally Posted by ducklake

So.....How does it run??

It's crazy, and this motor is smaller than what will come stock on the brushless version!

You guys are going to love your trucks!

but for the rude people don't think they will like anything..

**Chris York** · 05-03-2009 05:07 PM

sweeeeet. i want to see this thing cruze.

**RyanMavis** · 05-03-2009 05:35 PM

I think at this point we'll be happy to see any video, even a low quality one. If you have to, whip out your cell phone, record a short video, transfer it to your computer and post it on this forum. It's not too difficult. If you need help, just let any of us know. Trust me, even a low quality cell phone video will help stave off future negative remarks about your shameless, attention-getting behavior!

**filmmaker** · 05-03-2009 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by RyanMavis

I think at this point we'll be happy to see any video, even a low quality one. If you have to, whip out your cell phone, record a short video, transfer it to your computer and post it on this forum. It's not too difficult. If you need help, just let any of us know. Trust me, even a low quality cell phone video will help stave off future negative remarks about your shameless, attention-getting behavior!

Thanks for your ahh, well? uhmm..

did you see this vid? it is in the picture area.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-o4WrN8E1Nk

**RyanMavis** · 05-03-2009 06:05 PM

Nice...so you finally answered the call to make a video!

Just so you know, I don't care that you've posted numerous threads related to your new Traxxas 1/16th vehicle. Most of us here enjoy it; since we're so anxious to get our hands on one, the next best thing is to soak up every last detail from one of the first owners of these brand new vehicles. The few negative comments you've received are probably motivated by jealousy, envy, or boredom.

So, how about posting a video of your vehicle running with this new brushless 5400kv motor?

**filmmaker** · 05-03-2009 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by RyanMavis

Nice...so you finally answered the call to make a video!

Just so you know, I don't care that you've posted numerous threads related to your new Traxxas 1/16th vehicle. Most of us here enjoy it; since we're so anxious to get our hands on one, the next best thing is to soak up every last detail from one of the first owners of these brand new vehicles. The few negative comments you've received are probably motivated by jealousy, envy, or boredom.

So, how about posting a video of your vehicle running with this new brushless 5400kv motor?

Ryan, thank you for your comment!

and tomorrow I will make another vid with my cheap camera running the 54ookv motor.. Possibly the same place, I think it gives the little truck some scale with the tiny weeds!

**MuddyTire** · 05-03-2009 06:25 PM

Nice work on the motor install. Looks like it should work well. Be curious to know the amp draw of that setup.

**Slyp Dawg** · 05-03-2009 07:08 PM

now that those who have been asking for a video have gotten one, any chance I can get an answer to the question I PM'd you a week and a day ago? I've never been very fond of being ignored, I know you've been online since I sent the message, and you've had the truck apart so you've had ample opportunity to get the steering knuckle measurement I requested. I hate to ask you to take apart your truck to get a measurement, but, well, pull a wheel off of it, take a metric caliper to the knuckle, and post the measurement up here for us. 3 minutes of your time, tops, unless you've lost the obligatory caliper or a wheel nut wrench

**RyanMavis** · 05-03-2009 07:22 PM

A bit harsh. Your question is a request, and he's under no obligation to answer it, is he? I wouldn't consider it being ignored so much as an indication that for one reason or another he simply hasn't found the time to do it. Just a thought...

What battery(ies) will you be running when you make the video, filmmaker?

**Slyp Dawg** · 05-04-2009 03:35 PM

well, a member on another forum has gotten the measurement for me. the knuckles are roughly 1.5" tall, which means that Tamiya M-chassis wheels MIGHT fit, with heavy emphasis on the might. but, if they do, that means that right off the bat, the pavement pounders among us have a pretty large selection of aftermarket wheel/tires to run.

**mikemikemike** · 05-04-2009 05:11 PM

Slp dog, I can't belive anyone would answer your question with the prickish way you asked and the attitude that you are entitled to an answer without so much as a please.

**NewBostonConst** · 05-04-2009 08:48 PM

Originally Posted by mikemikemike

Slp dog, I can't belive anyone would answer your question with the prickish way you asked and the attitude that you are entitled to an answer without so much as a please.

I agree. I have never been on a forum with so many rude people. We are supposed to be helping each other out. If you ask me this forum needs to be moderated better. The way people act on here gives traxxas a bad name.

**filmmaker** · 05-04-2009 10:58 PM

Well I ran my Brushless conversion today and it works great..
I ran it for about 40min while filming, used a total of 2900mah in my lipo.
I used a 5000mah pack..

**Laxman101** · 05-04-2009 11:48 PM

wat lipo are you using?

**filmmaker** · 05-05-2009 12:11 AM

I used one out of my 1/10th brushless ERevo...

**corracing** · 05-05-2009 01:52 AM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

I used one out of my 1/10th brushless ERevo...

and that fit in the batt box?!?!?

**egnix** · 05-05-2009 11:04 AM

2s or 3s lipo?

**filmmaker** · 05-05-2009 11:33 AM

Originally Posted by corracing

and that fit in the batt box?!?!?

No not even close..
I use rubber bands to hold it to the top of the chassis, and to my surprise it took the extra weight well, and instant tire spin!

**JohnnyRules** · 05-05-2009 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

No not even close..
I use rubber bands to hold it to the top of the chassis, and to my surprise it took the extra weight well, and instant tire spin!

I'm looking to get a 1/16 revo and the 1/16 slash is probably similar in size, and I was just wondering how the size compares from the 1/16 to the 1/10. Is the 1/16 too small?

**Hardcoretam** · 05-05-2009 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by JohnnyRules

I'm looking to get a 1/16 revo and the 1/16 slash is probably similar in size, and I was just wondering how the size compares from the 1/16 to the 1/10. Is the 1/16 too small?

As far as i'm aware all it's all half the size roughly of the "1/10" scale versions.
What do you mean by is the 1/16 too small though?
I guess it depeands on what you consider to be too small and what you want to do with it

**JohnnyRules** · 05-05-2009 05:04 PM

Originally Posted by Hardcoretam

As far as i'm aware all it's all half the size roughly of the "1/10" scale versions.
What do you mean by is the 1/16 too small though?
I guess it depeands on what you consider to be too small and what you want to do with it

I would most likely be running it in grass and in the woods, so I want it to be able to handle those conditions, as well as on the pavement. I have also heard that small scale cars are harder to control, so I am wondering how these will be. I want to see one in action haha.

**candy76man** · 05-05-2009 05:19 PM

Originally Posted by JohnnyRules

I would most likely be running it in grass and in the woods, so I want it to be able to handle those conditions, as well as on the pavement. I have also heard that small scale cars are harder to control, so I am wondering how these will be. I want to see one in action haha.

You should get the 1/10 revo then....the 1/16 revo/slash have much smaller tires and less ground clearance and that's the main factor in determining what kind of terrain a vehicle can handle.

**filmmaker** · 05-05-2009 07:18 PM

Ok here is a short vid of the Brushless Slash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niP7GrzJaOQ

**slashMax** · 05-05-2009 07:44 PM

that is SICK! How fast does it go?

**candy76man** · 05-05-2009 08:14 PM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

Ok here is a short vid of the Brushless Slash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niP7GrzJaOQ

nice vid...any heat problems with that motor esc combo you're using?
I hope the stock brushless combo in the mini revo has that much power

**ProcessRacing** · 05-05-2009 08:53 PM

That looks good! 7.4v correct? Looks like the the 30+ on one NiMH is very realistic!

**filmmaker** · 05-05-2009 10:58 PM

Originally Posted by candy76man

nice vid...any heat problems with that motor esc combo you're using?
I hope the stock brushless combo in the mini revo has that much power

No heat issues at all, and thats running it for about 40min straight!

I think the stock 380 brushless motor will have more power than the one I am using..

I got 32mph on 2s, I will gps this truck on 3s weds.

**candy76man** · 05-05-2009 11:22 PM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

No heat issues at all, and thats running it for about 40min straight!

I think the stock 380 brushless motor will have more power than the one I am using..

I got 32mph on 2s, I will gps this truck on 3s weds.

Awsome

Hope traxxas doesn't push back the ship date

**josh7owens** · 05-06-2009 12:10 AM

that video makes me wonder if i should of ordered the bl slash.... lol i ordered the revo. I'll prolly build a slash from scratch.

**ducklake** · 05-06-2009 05:43 AM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

No not even close..
I use rubber bands to hold it to the top of the chassis, and to my surprise it took the extra weight well, and instant tire spin!

I thought about using a regular battery, and strapping it on top, it'll run for ever

Good to see i'm not the only one thinking this, lol.

**filmmaker** · 05-08-2009 10:32 PM

It was cool to run for 40+ min. 30mph and not use up my 5k pack!

**buzzsaw 46** · 05-17-2009 12:54 PM

Very cool!! I was surprized the 20mm? motor didn't get hot and 40+min run awesome.

Cant wait for my lil Revo to arrive!

**ProcessRacing** · 05-17-2009 02:39 PM

Originally Posted by filmmaker

It was cool to run for 40+ min. 30mph and not use up my 5k pack!

What batteries were you using? I suppose normal ones that will fit in the boxes in parallel?

**filmmaker** · 05-17-2009 11:27 PM

Originally Posted by ProcessRacing

What batteries were you using? I suppose normal ones that will fit in the boxes in parallel?

I used one of my SPC 5000mah 2s pack from my full size Erevo..

**Havn2muchfun** · 05-21-2009 09:41 PM

Good video. Loved the reverse donuts! lol

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