Ribble Valley RC Club

We are currently looking at possible options for an alternative motor to the Mardave G2.
Reasons for this are that the latest batch seem to run ok for a few weeks then drop off severly.
The Mardave brushless seems expensive and awkward to setup due to being overpowered.

Current Options being looked at are :-

Brushed = HPI Firebolt 15 turn =

Fors = Readily available from many Model shops and ebay, Retail price is less than £8
Against = Some people will have to change their speed controler, dont yet know how long they will last.

Brushless = Hobbywing EZRUN 17.5 turn =

Fors = Low maintenance, will last several years with little loss in performance.Easy to setup.
Against = Cost could be as much as £64 for the Combo (Motor,ESC & Setup card). Not yet available from Model shops only from ebay or direct.

I think we still have a way to go on this subject and anyone with an Idea would be welcome to let me know.

Eric

Personally I like ez run systems, they are cheap and work really well, Cheadle Club recommend the 10th 9t for touring cars, I have used the 18th system (which I run in my recoil) , the 9T and the 5.5t in touring cars and buggies, they are not the fastest but they are very good value for money. The 17.5 seems like a good deal.

Perhaps 2 championships? one for brushed and one for brushless???

Anyway food for thought.