Also look at the power requirements. Some chargers (like the 989 IIRC) have an AC PS built-in, while some need a seperate 12v PS...

Meaning, the Hyperion does not come with a power supply. (He might understand that a tad better, LOL)

Nice looking buggy you got there. This site I fear is contagious. I've never been a "buggy guy" but there are so many sweet setups here that the bug is bitting me.

and sorry to hijack.... but as a non racer, bashing only type of person is there a buggy that is up to the task? or should I stick to trucks?

All buggies are good for bashing.

Newe: lol. Yeah, I guess I should have been a little clearer. :dft001:

DickyT: Buggies are actually quite durable. They are subject to some pretty harsh terrains and conditions. The term "racing" may lead people to believe it's just high speed running, but there are a lot of pretty good size jumps, hard accelerating, tight cornering, and rough spots to negotiate. If you are going to just bash, I would set the suspension a little tigher/higher and use thicker center diff fluid for less slip. Better yet, get a truggy since they sit higher and have bigger tires already, yet are built using a buggy-like platform. IMO, truggies are the best of both worlds of buggies and trucks. Most truggies also share many common parts with buggies.

Looking good RC!

I think he did a great job on it. And yes, buggies can be great bashers, they are very durable and take a beating!

Before the buggy became electric, it was an all out basher. Hasn't even seen the track, lol. :005: Btu it did great in all terrain, and was very durable. A truggy would probably suite you even better.

This was the hyperion charger and balancer I wasconsidering: http://www.b-p-p.com/proddetail.php?prod=d_EOS_5IDP&PHPSESSID=6ac2125e4 419ffb806f279e8d426084c"]http://www.b-p-p.com/proddetail.php?prod=d_EOS_5IDP&PHPSESSID=6ac2125e4 419ffb806f279e8d426084c"]http://www.b-p-p.com/proddetail.php?prod=d_EOS_5IDP&PHPSESSID=6ac2125e4 419ffb806f279e8d426084c
I would get it as the AC/DC charger with the LBA10 balancer. I only need to charge 4s lipo also. So I will probably buy this or the 989, unless I am otherwise persuaded.

Not a bad price, but you would need a Power Supply to go with it. Either way, you would still be looking at 170.00 or so, even with getting the 989 and a balancer. The 989 may be a tad more, but I would think you would be much happier with it. I know I am. To build a cheap Power Supply is not difficult, but you need to find the right one, then do the mods to it for it to work. IMO, the most hastle free would be the 989 and get the LBA10. That is what I would do. Plus, if you ever wanted to do more than 5s or 4s, the option is always there. The 989 will do all that the Hyperion can do plus, so for the price of the 989 is a good deal as well. No mods, no hastle.

Thanks for the info. Than the 989 is what I will probably go for. Do you balance the packs after every run, or every couple runs?

With the LBA10, you can balance as you charge. If you balance after a run, you will take a chance of going below voltage from my understanding, not sure if this is true, but I never do it after a run. I do mine after charging them.

THe LBA10 will shut off if the cell voltage gets below a certain value. I usually balance before a charge to get rid of any major imbalances, and then balance while charging as well.

ooops, was not sure. I was told it doesn't, can't remember by who though. :eek:

Well, I read the manual and that's what it said (page 2, second "note"). Haven't tested it to make sure. Probably not a good idea to keep the LBA hooked to the pack all the time as there is still a tiny amount of current drain that could eventually discharge the pack too low.

Right....I agree. It would have helped to read the manual I guess! LOL

I have the LBA6, and I never leave it on the batts for long periods of time. I usually keep a close eye on it, so when the lites stop, I pull it off.