Does anybody use brushed motor upgrades any more??

[hotmod23]

I know this is the VXL section, but Im guessing this was also meant for the brushed version too. So I was just wondering if everybody just went straight to brushless or they stopped making upgraded motors??

[Jimmie Neutron]

They still make them... but for the most part; brushless is about the same price or even cheaper.
Keep in mind that the stock 2.5 ESC may not handle a "hotter" motor than stock.

[hotmod23]

Do you know of any upgraded motors that will work?

[Jimmie Neutron]

Not unless you want to change the ESC as well.

[hotmod23]

Really?? Thats sounds crazy!

[Jimmie Neutron]

Have you checked the limitations of the stock ESC??

http://traxxas.com/products/parts/escs/xl25lvd

[noir 522]

Most people nowadays who consider brushed motors as " upgrades" are from the serious crawler community( brushed motor give better slow movement control ie no cogging). Most speedsters or bashers consider brushless as upgrades due to the astronomical increase in speeds, efficiency, and the less maintenance required.

[hotmod23]

"This high-performance ESC is packed with impressive specifications that are normally only found on more expensive high-end replacement units." lol

just sayiannnn.lol

12 turn motor limit for 550 motors.