Electronics Advice Please

[ramdrive]

I have a 2nd hand CAT K1 on the way to me and could do with a little advice on the electronics.

I am returning to the sport from the days of 40 Meg radio's and brushed motors so all this new tech is baffling but I have shortlisted the following:-

• Core RC Code 2.4GHz 3-Channel FHSS LCD Stick Radio Combo
• Speed Passion Reventon-Pro ESC Grey V3.0 MMM 10.5R Motor Combo
• Turnigy nano-tech 5100mah 2S3P 65~135C Hardcase Lipo Saddle Pack
• Futaba BLS451 Servo

What do you guys think of this setup?

Any advice appreciated!

[Danny Harrison]

Originally Posted by ramdrive

I have a 2nd hand CAT K1 on the way to me and could do with a little advice on the electronics.

I am returning to the sport from the days of 40 Meg radio's and brushed motors so all this new tech is baffling but I have shortlisted the following:-

• Core RC Code 2.4GHz 3-Channel FHSS LCD Stick Radio Combo
• Speed Passion Reventon-Pro ESC Grey V3.0 MMM 10.5R Motor Combo
• Turnigy nano-tech 5100mah 2S3P 65~135C Hardcase Lipo Saddle Pack
• Futaba BLS451 Servo

What do you guys think of this setup?

Any advice appreciated!

Some great kit there bud and perfectly fine for the car. The only thing that looks out of place to me is the radio. I'd personally get a better quality used unit is price is the issue.

[alanlensman]

I too have just returned to the sport after a long lay-off and have gone down the second-hand route with a Dex210. I am delighted with it, but managed to fry an equally second-hand ESC first time out with a 7.5t motor.
Lesson learnt I've invested in The Reventon Pro and can only say it has been brilliant. It's robust and came supplied with fan and programming card. Highly recommended.
I have retained my old 40Mhz radio gear as it seems so few people use them, I may never have to change crystals!!! Also I still prefer the 'sticks' so will stay with it until I can find a 2.4Ghz stick model.

[h0m3sy]

I'd have to agree with Danny's comments about the radio. I started back about 3-4 years ago, got the best of kit but bought a cheap radio. False economy mate, ok if your on a tight budget or just bashing round but personally speaking, I upgraded my radio pretty quickly. I've since changed cars, quite a few times actually lol, but I've stuck with the same radio. Quality will always tell. If its sticks you prefer then why not look at the Sanwa Gemini X or possibly a second hand Futaba set? It would be well worth the investment mate

[V6Jim]

The Core radio is just fine. I have one and it's flawless. If you're going to race at BRCA events then I think the Turnigy cells are illegal.

Hope this helps.

Jimmy.

[Chesty]

Aside from the radio I'm not sure why you've listed the MMM 10.5 speed passion motor

I believe that combo is about £20 more than the normal 'grey can' V3. If you've purposely chosen a slower motor wind there seems little point in buying a quicker version of a slower motor. An 8.5 'normal' V3 might be a better bet & could last you longer...

I'm sure that £20 could be better spent on other kit

[Danny Harrison]

Originally Posted by V6Jim

The Core radio is just fine. I have one and it's flawless. If you're going to race at BRCA events then I think the Turnigy cells are illegal.

Hope this helps.

Jimmy.

I thought my ansmann radio was too untill i got my futaba

[dodgydiy]

a few people at our club have had issues with core radio's, have a look for a higher spec secondhand radio. i have been using futaba 3vc for years, now with a frsky 2.4ghz module, something along these lines would be good.

[shaun m]

Originally Posted by Danny Harrison

I thought my ansmann radio was too untill i got my futaba

++1 I had a spectrum dx3r , then changed to the core rc stick transmitter ( have bad blood circlation in my hands soo changed to sticks ) , i never really had any issues with mine and had it for 18months or soo , but decided to get a newer/better made radio gear , and got a futaba 3gr off here 2nd hand , soo much better and quicker responce ..