Tug Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 With sintered crown gears, I'd be aiming for a higher revving motor with less torque. This 2028 combo is just adding weight and torque, I feel that's a recipe for disaster. I suppose if you keep it down on 6S and up the ratio to bring the speed up, it might stand a better chance as the motor will have been "hobbled" somewhat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 And let's not forget the CVDs are also prone to snapping, even on the stock combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG15 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 29 minutes ago, Tug said: With sintered crown gears, I'd be aiming for a higher revving motor with less torque. This 2028 combo is just adding weight and torque, I feel that's a recipe for disaster. I suppose if you keep it down on 6S and up the ratio to bring the speed up, it might stand a better chance as the motor will have been "hobbled" somewhat. This is why I'm swaying to the 1350kv motor, unless it would be better to get a 950kv to be more suitable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 1350kv better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 6 minutes ago, NG15 said: This is why I'm swaying to the 1350kv motor, unless it would be better to get a 950kv to be more suitable What are the dimensions and voltage limits of both? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 You mean this Noj? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEOPARD-RC-Model-5682-KV1360-4-Poles-R-C-Hobby-Inrunner-Brushless-Motor-IM154-/261933822127?hash=item3cfc78f0af:g:ojMAAOSwT6pVgYwd Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG15 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 No atom it's the 5892 1340kv motor. That's what I'm thinking Noj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Not that one Al....perhaps a little short for the X 5892 is a nice size. Will pull more amps than the 950kv, easily rectified with the right gearing. As Tug asked, what is the voltage limit on it? The 2028 does slot in very nicely, I'd like to see a beefed up drivetrain to deal with it properly though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocdcbr Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 (edited) I've seen a leopard 5682 1650kv motor. Maybe that would be good? Very similar kv to the stock motor. Not sure how much bigger if at all it is tho.... some are saying tho that it's the esc and not necessarily the motor we should be concerned about... As with an esc change some say the stock motor runs cooler. God knows why that would be!? Edited February 8, 2016 by Ocdcbr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mydoddy69 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Hmm all this talk of motors, esc and driveshafts has a nasty pattern to it, seems like Traxxas just can't get these areas right for love nor money I do hope this isn't the case or I can see this fast becoming a money pit Ocdcbr Do you know if there was any damage to the Diffs from that driveshaft breakage ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 That's almost identical length, but considerably thicker. You'd need the Kershaw mount and probably an 8mm pinion, but with the extra torque you could probably gear up a bit and achieve the much sought after 45ish mph. I'd still ditch the ESC and fit a 150 Amp ESC from any of the obvious manufacturers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Plenty of choice here then: http://kershawdesigns.com/BrushlessMotors-Leopard-LargeScale.htm Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocdcbr Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 1 hour ago, mydoddy69 said: Hmm all this talk of motors, esc and driveshafts has a nasty pattern to it, seems like Traxxas just can't get these areas right for love nor money I do hope this isn't the case or I can see this fast becoming a money pit Ocdcbr Do you know if there was any damage to the Diffs from that driveshaft breakage ? Not as far as I know... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Are owners ruling out the 1717? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG15 Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 1 hour ago, Noj said: Are owners ruling out the 1717? If one came up at a decent price I'd run one with a decent MM2 or similar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 where are the running vids and gps speeds?? Someone needs to lift the complete, underwhelmed feeling the X seems to bring to video footage shot thus far.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG15 Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Haven't touch mine since last week. Mad busy at work 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QRC Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Just seen my local RC store has taken delivery of said truck, calling in on Thursday, you know what's going to happen next Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocdcbr Posted February 9, 2016 Author Share Posted February 9, 2016 3 hours ago, NG15 said: Haven't touch mine since last week. Mad busy at work I still have not run mine! resorted to to taking it to work in the van today in the hope I'd finish b4 it got dark.... Sadly just too busy and it didn't happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean-vrs Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 just posting this to make owners aware, do not leave batterys connected in the truck https://traxxas.com/forums/showthread.php?9054177-Velineon-VXL-6s-Electronic-Speed-Control-Recall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ady 2215 Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 54 minutes ago, Ocdcbr said: I still have not run mine! resorted to to taking it to work in the van today in the hope I'd finish b4 it got dark.... Sadly just too busy and it didn't happen. Yep same here. Still not had a single bash as yet. Just tinkering with it. Done diff levels. Checked slipper clutch. Fitted twin castle fans over motor heat sink also another single fan over esc. Longing for the weekend. Yes traxxas now come clean and there is a recall notice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocdcbr Posted February 9, 2016 Author Share Posted February 9, 2016 I have ordered the bluetooth module from eBay...i like the idea of being able to make easy adjustments to the truck thru the traxxas app on my iPhone. Motor temp is also something i'd like to be able to see while i'm running. Think thats it right? i need more sensors to do anything else i think? or maybe i can see some sort of batt voltage too? not sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 1 hour ago, sean-vrs said: just posting this to make owners aware, do not leave batterys connected in the truck https://traxxas.com/forums/showthread.php?9054177-Velineon-VXL-6s-Electronic-Speed-Control-Recall And just to add to thathttps://traxxas.com/support/repair-exchange/20160115 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocdcbr Posted February 9, 2016 Author Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) been thinking about some form of bumper mod or wheelie bar.... the bottom of the bumper is just way too square...and u can see from the pic why if it does touch down it can dig in and cause all sorts of unwanted anti wheelie action... and a pic of my smallest rc's on my biggest.... Edited February 9, 2016 by Ocdcbr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG15 Posted February 9, 2016 Share Posted February 9, 2016 25 minutes ago, Ocdcbr said: I have ordered the bluetooth module from eBay...i like the idea of being able to make easy adjustments to the truck thru the traxxas app on my iPhone. Motor temp is also something i'd like to be able to see while i'm running. Think thats it right? i need more sensors to do anything else i think? or maybe i can see some sort of batt voltage too? not sure I have ordered one from MS but there on back order. Where did u order from? Have u got a link? The voltage and temp sensors are already installed in out truck. It will all show on our phones. Also brake strength etc is adjustable which is needed IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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