Maxamps 11,1V 8000 mAh on RCM CRT.5 extended chassis?

[jnev]

I'll have to think about this when I start my CRT.5 project. Thanks for the info Linc.

[lincpimp]

Originally Posted by jnev

I'll have to think about this when I start my CRT.5 project. Thanks for the info Linc.

No prob, looks like Mike made the chassis with the intention of using cells similar in size to the 2100 maxamps cells. You can fit the larger cells, but the esc will have to move, and I am not sure where it could go.

[GO-RIDE.com]

I'm currently using 4800 lipo car packs, so there is no room for the esc on the chassis. I mount the esc on the RCM radio plate the and radio on the center diff plate. This works, but I think it leaves the car too top heavy. I'm getting some the the Maxamps 100mm length batts next week. I just can decide between 3100 3S, 4200 2S, and 4200 3S.

If I go 3S I need to get a MM / Feigao combo and new pinions. If I stay 2S then I just need the batts. The problem I have is my CRT.5 drains a 4800 2S pretty fast on the indoor clay track I drive. I'm currently running a GTB / 6.5 setup. Its fast and doesn't get hot, but I'm wondering if higher voltage will run longer?