E-Revo Update – Race Build

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I've been working on a Race Build for my Traxxas E-Revo.

This varies somewhat from the old dual Mamba Max brushless build. It now uses a single 1/8th scale brushless motor instead of the dual 1/10th scale brushless motors, and has a fair number of hop-ups specifically geared towards racing. I've lowered the chassis as low as possible without sacrificing rebound, geared the RC for acceleration, and put step-pin style wheels on for increased handling on dirt tracks.

Here's the complete list of hop-ups and tuning to date:

• RPM A-Arms (Front)
• RPM Tru-Track Rear
• Spektrum DX3R Transmitter/Receiver
• Orange/Gold Springs on Progressive-2 Rockers
• Traxxas Sway Bar Kit
• Traxxas 17mm Hex Hubs
• Proline Racing LPR Crime Fighter Wheels/Tires
• Proline Slipstream Racing Body
• Two Speed Transmission (Soon to be replaced with center Differential)
• Castle Creations Mamba Monster ESC
• Castle 1518 1Y Brushless Motor

Pictures After the Break

Don't mind the missing wing in these photos.  I just haven't had a chance to pick up a replacement since I snapped it off

I had to modify the rear shock mount to allow for the extra length of the  1518-1Y motor.

I had originally installed a Neu 1512-1Y motor which unfortunately got fried running on 6S for too long.  I sent it out for repair but it fried on it's first run after coming back from repair.  At the time Castle Creations had a clearance sale on the 1518-1Y motor on it's web site which I thought was too good of opportunity to pass up.  I definitely don't get as much top speed as I did with the 1512-1Y, however I do get greater torque and acceleration with the 1518-1Y which is better suited for racing.