ESC Limit

[FliPSkater]

I have a GM3 ESC and I read the its limit is >18T. What would happen if i try using a modified motor thats like 14T or even 10T? Also, would a modified motor that is 18T or up be really slow? :confused:

[shadmaster4]

Hey, I wouldn't go 1 or 2 turns below the reccommended, if you go more than that or if your esc gets hot on even a 18t, you might melt the thing. Make shure you gear low if you go under 18t. 18t is not slow. Depending on your vehicle and your motor, it should be fine.

[FliPSkater]

Well i have a pro stock Fantom motor and its fast but i want to go faster, would a modified 18t really make a difference? Im using a tamiya tl-01 chassis car by the way.

[mj_bandit]

Yes, there will be a difference, I had a stock stinger in my Bandit, and upgraded to a Speed Gems 2 17t Double, I had the original tires from 3 years ago still on, they wore out within to months, And I had Stock Gearing then. Didn't even know you could change the gearing, so 18t would be fine, but I want to go alot faster, So Im putting a 11-13 turn In my BANDIT.:D

[nitrofun]

I got an Trinity D5 Flatliner 8 turn triple in my FT B3, it is with ease doing over 40 mph, also I have a Novak Dually ESC, it runs about 90 bucks, no motor limit, 4-8 cell battery limit. Seriously, get a good ESc, it'll runt he car smoother, and keep both the motor and ESC cool during running. and you can never go wrong with a good ESC, it can be used for any motors, and it can be transferred between cars.