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Mozzy
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01.17.2009, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Jason View Post
ok .. so a 3500kv motor on 3s 11.1v give more runtime then a 3500kv on 2s 7.4v geared for the same speed ?
You're also forgetting one important factor in this equation, the battery capacity.

We all know 2 & 3s is 7.4 & 11.1v respectively, but, are you just changing kv & gearing to keep at your 40mph to determine if your runtime will remain the same?

As Neil said, get a stop watch. Don't take anyone's word for it as we all use different packs, motors & gearing & they all perform differently.

Do the testing yourself & then you will know.

I've done my testing to get my cars to where they are. Yeah, it may have cost me money to buy the motors, but, I just sold what I didn't want & got a decent price for them.

I learnt a lot doing it too.

Good luck what ever path you choose.


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