New MGM controllers (up to 15s!)

[bdebde]

Don't know if anyone posted these yet. (thanks for the link jordan...)

[VintageMA]

Nice - anyone know the difference between the E and Z series?

For a $550USD with today's Euro conversion rate (www.xe.com - great site for foreign exchange rates) that is a serious purchase!

Gonna have to wait for christmas bonus time to even think about that $$$ for an esc.

[suicideneil]

I had heard they were workong on new models- thanks for the link.

$550 is a lot of mulla, but then again, I paid about $500 for my hvmaxx system ~3 years ago.... heck, I paid $400 for a tamiya madbull and 27mhx radio system.

You guys over the pond are spolied for prices on stuff sometimes, I swear!

[BrianG]

Yeah, that's pretty hard on the wallet. I think I'd rather get two modded HV-110s and the pistix adaptor and use mech brakes instead.

[suicideneil]

E vs Z, I see there are different ratings between the two series, but I think it used to be that one version had a built in usb port thing for the optional programmer, and the other just used the rx lead adaptor, or something like that.

But Brian, what if mech brakes arent an option?... **funny thought** looking at my gmaxx, it is clear there is enough room behind the single speed tranny (spur facing front of truck) for some kind of brake mounting unit to be installed with a disc on the output cup of the rear driveshaft from the tranny. Assuming you could mount a small servo somewhere suitable, perhaps the Emaxx could be given mech brakes?...

[Arct1k]

How about just converting to a buggy centre diff and then using a buggy break setup...

Originally Posted by suicideneil

But Brian, what if mech brakes arent an option?... **funny thought** looking at my gmaxx, it is clear there is enough room behind the single speed tranny (spur facing front of truck) for some kind of brake mounting unit to be installed with a disc on the output cup of the rear driveshaft from the tranny. Assuming you could mount a small servo somewhere suitable, perhaps the Emaxx could be given mech brakes?...

[bdebde]

Looks like the Z series adds the ability to use the "black box" for data recording similar to eagle tree. I think the prices (if mike gets them) will be a bit lower than the converted euro prices, as they were for the previous models.

[lutach]

I almost bought one a few months back. They were listed in the planes controller and I asked Grisa if he could do one for car and he said yes. The price and the problem I had with my other MGMs made me change my mind.

Never paid $550.00 for a MGM. I've buy 3 of them and two is died, fire!!!

It's my opinion......

[suicideneil]

Like Plettenberg's rig kinda- I've wanted a Cd for the Gmaxx chassis for ages, and Mike can custom build one too (seen some photos on the traxxas forum), but the main issue is you are forced to use a 44t spur, which isnt so bad, but even going up one tooth on pinion makes a big difference to final drive ratio, and there is hardly any room for manouver to go smaller, without using lots of MOD1 spurs and pinions, and those aint cheap. Im thinking about making my own X-braces that will allow a CD to be used, only with more room to use larger spurs and such. Fun project- will use my bent X-braces as the template once my replacements arrive.

[bdebde]

Also looks like the new MGM's have adjustable voltage cut off per cell, ability to reduce reverse power, selectable 5v or 6v BEC, selectable PWM frequency, and even a motor reverse feature (you don't even have to swap wires for direction).

Wow, these are looking real good; MIKE are you getting some of these in stock?

[Finnster]

Wow, kick ass MGM!

That big controller is over 6000W. Good god that 8 freaking hp.

[Mister-T]

Btw look at this all wire of the motor are in short circuit with the casing, last movie is hard to believe !

http://mgm-compro.com/index.php?cat=video

Nice safety feature as well
" On right side you can see a list of devices and their minimal version, which can be updated through Internet and our update service. If your device does not meet required minimal version of firmware, you can send us your device by standart way for firmware upgrade. After that, there will be no needs to send your device again! Any firmware changes we made you can follow immediately at home within few seconds!

Don't be worried that unstable Internet connection or a failure during firmware update can cause persistent damage to your device. Part of your device that is required for update is untouchable, so failed update can be repeated without any limits. There is no need to be afraid of updating your device frequently. "

[RC-Monster Mike]

I do plan to offer these new controllers - MGM sent me an Eseries 16025 already(but no black box). Placing the order this week - any special requests?

[Finnster]

Originally Posted by RC-Monster Mike

I do plan to offer these new controllers - MGM sent me an Eseries 16025 already(but no black box). Placing the order this week - any special requests?

Stock cc_03 cables too?