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07.14.2008, 12:00 AM

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I finally got to take my Converted RC8 to the track today.

It has the rcproductdesigns EA8 conversion, Neu 1515 1.5D/F with a 13t pinion, 8000 mah, 11.1Volt battery, MGM-Compro with separate Rx pack....

Well, I have to say, I'm a bit disappointed. I think it has to do with the MGM Compro programming. I couldn't get the computer hook up to work with my PC so I had to use the Tx programming method.

Acceleration is very progressive. Right now its too soft down low. I want more punch. It seems to get up to speed fine, but its definitely a different feel. The power comes on "late", requiring a different style of driving.

I also have to figure out how to remove the drag-brake from the ESC. Its a bit too much for my liking.

I found it hard to control. Again, I think its the power delivery. Seems like everything happens a second later than you expect....

Now I'm not a noob by any means and I am used to the characteristics of the RC8 as I race a Nitro version. During the summer months I run a Kyosho ST-RR and an RC8. During the winter I run a couple Tamiya TRF501Xs, and an AE FT B4. I've also been into off-road RC for over 25 years.

Also after maybe 10 minutes the engine was rather warm. Didn't temp it, but I'd say close to 140ish.

So, to say the least, I'm less than happy with it right now. I know it takes abit of time to get it set-up, but I guess I expected it to be somewhere between my Nitros and my 10th scale brushless/lipo buggies....
I dont knowmuch about MGM products but you may have to get the connection cable and the paramaters you need to change will need to be done on the computer but the 16024 is a lot more controller than you need for 3s lipo you could have went with a Castle Creations MM which is very easy to set up and program....I believe you want the com03 connector
   
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07.14.2008, 07:58 AM

Yeah, thats exactly it, I need that com3 cable. I'm hoping I can order it through rc-monster....

I went with the 16024 rather than the MM cause I know the MGM can handle quite a bit more power/batteries. Not sure about the MM. I didn't want to buy something then have to replace it....

Thanks for the input!
   
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