"Looking forwards to the MMM esc, I just need a suitable motor; some A-hole outbid me on the only Align 600xl i've seen for sale in the Uk on ebay, though i could just get one imported I suppose - $99 at RCPlanet. I have however been thinkig about something else, a motor that was suggested a little while back in Sikes thread about his AXIMAXX :
http://brchobbies.com/?page=shop&act...ditem&item=970 KMS 2826/04 1090kv
Almost identical to the AXI 2826/8 outrunner, but its in the UK, so servicing would be much easier if I needed it. Any thoughts, as there is a slower version (2826/05 900kv)- which would be better for 6s lipo, or 7s2p A123 cells?... (bearing in mind my 13lb truck)."
Hi Neil,
I did acquire a KMS 2826/04 outrunner motor. I haven't ran it yet, but I did disassemble it and compare it's construction to the AXI brand.
The Core Iron of the Stator appears to be a lesser density. Different thickness of laminations used or something. I'm not sure. It might not affect performance much though.
The winding looks very good.
The KMS DOES appear to have Neo Magnets. Another good thing about them is, the AXI cooling fan will bolt right onto the endbell. Get it, you're gonna need it.
I noticed you're using the original E maxx tranny. Is there any way to use the Mod 1 gears with that? My Gearing is 22 tooth pinion, 40 tooth spur. Works GREAT with the AXI 2826/8 turn. 4S being the limit though. It will run on 5S, BUT after about 15-20 minutes of hard running, the motor gets so hot I can smell it. Not Good!
The AXI 2826/10 will do 5S dependably with the same gearing.
Gear it up some above the realm that you normally would with inrunners. It has the torque and will pull the taller gearing just fine.
Think "Grunt" instead of trying to wind the motor up so high. I think you'll be very pleased.
I still play with my E maxx regularly. Outside of a busted A Arm incident, it is very dependable. I don't take it easy on it either.
I hope this helps.
I'll check back in from time to time.