If you are still running a brushed motor on your SC10 (or any RC vehicle), you need to start thinking about upgrading to a brushless setup. Prices for brushless motor + esc combos have decreased dramatically and the advantages of a brushless motor are worth every penny.
The main advantages of brushless motors are less maintenance, more tuning options, and better performance over the life of the motor. We all know that brushed motors can be a pain to take care of, whether it is cleaning them out, replacing brushes, or cutting the comm. We also know that if you do not do maintenance regularly, your brushed motor will lose performance. With a brushless setup, you are virtually throwing maintenance out of the window. Your brushless motor will perform the same way, run after run.
Another benefit of brushless setups is the ability to change motor timing with the click of a button. Brushed motors require you to physically change the position of the motor can to change the motor timing. With most brushless setups, you can change the motor time on your computer or directly on the esc. Changing motor timing is great for fine tuning torque and top speed on your motor.
Going brushless really comes down to one thing, you will save time and money in the long run. Here are some affordable brushless options that will work great with the SC10.
Castle Creations Sidewinder ESC + 5700kV Motor Combo
- Great brushless setup for first time buyers
- Low cost brushless power (Sidewinder ~ $160)
- Computer programmable ESC if you buy the cable link
- Up to 4S LiPo ready
- 5700kV Motor gives you plenty of power for the SC10
- Check CastleCreations.com for more info.
Buy the Castle Creations Sidewinder ESC + 5700kV Motor Combo
Castle Creations Mamba Max ESC + 6900kV Motor Combo
- Upgraded setup from the Sidewinder
- Comes with built-in USB port for easy computer programming
- Up to 4S LiPo ready
- Powerful 6900kV motor as the Sidewinder combo
- Check CastleCreations.com for more info.
Buy the Castle Creations Mamba Max ESC + 6900kV Motor Combo
Novak Havoc Pro Ballistic Brushless System 10.5T/4200kV
- Quality brushless setup from a top rated company
- LiPo ready for 2s batteries
- Cooling fan mounted on the ESC
- 9 programmable tuning options
- 4200kV is slightly less powerful than the Castle Creations
- Check TeamNovak.com for more info.
Buy the Novak Havoc Pro Ballistic Brushless System 10.5T/4200kV
Venom Pro ESC and 9.5T Brushless Motor System
- Powerful 8.5t brushless system (similar to 4600kV motor)
- LiPo ready up to 4s batteries
- Can adjust 11 different settings with included programming card
- Cooling fan will keep your ESC at safe temperatures
- Check Venom-Group.com for more info.
Buy the Venom Pro ESC and 9.5T Brushless Motor System
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