Mamba Max and Novak 6.5

[The Dan]

Has anyone tried using a Mamba Max ESC to control a Novak HV 6.5 motor?

It's going in a Tekno-converted Losi 8ight buggy, running 4S obviously, 12/48 gearing with a long-shank pinion. The Novak HV Pro ESC has worked fine up until now; it seems to be heating up more quickly just recently. I've been wanting to replace the system for months, but just today I thought, "The motor is terrific, why not just replace the ESC?"

I'm sure it'll work. Just thought I'd ask on this mother-of-all-brushless forums if someone's done it before. If so, how well did it work or not. Thanks!

[suicideneil]

I used the MMM to run a hv6.5 motor- works just fine, only you get many more tuning options on the esc.

Only concern really is the gearing- the hvmaxx motors are roughly equal to an L sized feigao, so dont go too high or the motor will just cook itself, aim for no more than about 35-40mph in a ~9lb vehicle.

[The Dan]

Thanks for the quick input!

Motor temp in the 8ight buggy is nothing short of awesome. 20 minutes of speedy racing only brings it up to 110dF with the 12/48 ratio. I'm getting 35 mph top speed and torque that is massive, yet under-control, which makes the buggy an absolute joy to drive.

And by the way- nice take on the Robot Wars logo.

[suicideneil]

Cool.

I miss Robotwars sooo much.... :(