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Originally Posted by cobra198
Thats a good question - I havent even touched on batteries yet! As I said, im new to the whole electric thing (let alone the world of brushless lipo) and am just tryin to take it one step at a time. I guess I should decide on that soon so I can figure out my gearing etc.
I am looking for decent speed, but i dont need anything that is too insane. Ive seen some vids of people's builds flipping on there lids constantly - that is a bit overkill for my application. I would like a setup that will run consistantly with the motor and ESC, but be punchy enough to tear up some dirt tracks and jumps.
Any suggestions for a good but not too over the top/ expensive battery that will mesh well with the MMM combo with the 2200kv motor?
Edit: Just submitted and saw the edits you made to your post! I am guessing that the prices will vary greatly, and I really need to check out my options. Im not even sure what would be considered a middle to upper-middle class battery for this setup. Time to go check out those companies you listed! And of course, any other suggestions or expertise with batteries is always appreciated!
Thanks again!
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Im not too sure on battery voltage selection as im not sure what your vehicles gearing is...but i do have an opinion
4s- Drivable, probably see mid 40s and good temps. People call it the "sweet spot"
5s - I think still drivable but you are gonna start stressing the drive line. Probably see 50's. Temps will be pushed but should be ok
6s - IS INSANE. would be a bit much. youll see 60's but you wont be able to do anything but go in a straight line. Start breaking weak parts, flip over all
the time. You need to watch temps
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As for battery Brands
Thunder power and flight power are considered top. They have been around a long time and are used by alot of the plane and heli guys (they been doing lipo for a long time)
Neu IMHO is the middle class battery. Wont break the bank but i see them as quality packs
Zippys are the cheapest batteries out there that i would trust. Little to no bad reviews on them.
Maxamps - over priced, over rated cells. And yes i do own a set of maxamps and they are starting to fail. Cant get 15 minutes out a 6000MAH battery.
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Charger
If your doing a 4s, get one 4s pack. One pack is better than 2 IMHO
same for 6s
I recommend the hyperion chargers. They are expensive but have built in balancers and I LOVE MINE
Check Out monster mikes page. Hes got the 3 popular hyperion chargers.
http://www.rc-monster.com/chargers.php
http://www.rc-monster.com/chargers.php