RX8 or MMM combo? - Page 3 - RC-Monster Forums

Unsullied_Spy · 05.06.2009, 06:45 AM

I would really like to drive an RX8 system before really making up my mind. I talked to the guys at my LHS yesterday and they are getting in an RX8 combo but they won't be offering a test Buggy to put it in. This is really unfortunate, I've heard that all you have to do is drive one to want one but that extra $70 would get a very nice BL ESC for my Micro...

TexasSP · 05.06.2009, 09:02 AM

I think at this point it's just of matter of what your priorities are.

If the MMM has been fine for you and you want to get a micro esc too, go that route. However, if the MMM has not quite cut it for you and you want something a little better, then go with the RX8.

In the end I highly doubt the RX8 will help you to win more races than the MMM and from what I have read it is more about feel than the actual results.

Unsullied_Spy · 05.06.2009, 09:06 AM

So far the MMM has been a great ESC for me and I wouldn't mind having another one. I started this thread hoping someone could really sell me an RX8, I'd like to have one to have experience with them both but I haven't seen or heard anything to convince me it's really worth the extra money. As tight as money is right now I may just pick up a Monster ESC with a Tekin motor because I really want to try out their motors. They sound like they're actually a little better than Neus and I love my Neus.

05.06.2009, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Unsullied_Spy

I would really like to drive an RX8 system before really making up my mind. I talked to the guys at my LHS yesterday and they are getting in an RX8 combo but they won't be offering a test Buggy to put it in. This is really unfortunate, I've heard that all you have to do is drive one to want one but that extra $70 would get a very nice BL ESC for my Micro...

Haha yeah its always a hard decision, having extra $$$ is always a plus! If you join up to tower's super saver club for like 15 bucks I think it is you can get a 60 dollar discount off of 300, and free shipping. Just throwing it out there

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Originally Posted by TexasSP

I think at this point it's just of matter of what your priorities are.

If the MMM has been fine for you and you want to get a micro esc too, go that route. However, if the MMM has not quite cut it for you and you want something a little better, then go with the RX8.

In the end I highly doubt the RX8 will help you to win more races than the MMM and from what I have read it is more about feel than the actual results.

I never said it will make you win more races. Its just more consistent, more perfected system. And with that you get a smaller lighter ESC, and super nice motors, rebuildable, and have solder tabs (which I like)

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Originally Posted by Unsullied_Spy

So far the MMM has been a great ESC for me and I wouldn't mind having another one. I started this thread hoping someone could really sell me an RX8, I'd like to have one to have experience with them both but I haven't seen or heard anything to convince me it's really worth the extra money. As tight as money is right now I may just pick up a Monster ESC with a Tekin motor because I really want to try out their motors. They sound like they're actually a little better than Neus and I love my Neus.

There you go. I know a few people going that route and are liking it. And if you ever wanted you could do a RX8 to pair up with there motor down the road if you wanted to

nitrostarter · 05.06.2009, 01:21 PM

Better than Neu's? In what aspect? Its hard to beat hand-built quality, except for being sensorless.

Aceldama · 05.06.2009, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by nitrostarter

Better than Neu's? In what aspect? Its hard to beat hand-built quality, except for being sensorless.

I can't comment on the efficiency of the Tekin motors. But the design is definitely better suited for off-road and more rebuildable than the Neu or Medusa. The solder tabs are a nice touch as well, though I feel they are a bit exposed.

lincpimp · 05.06.2009, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Aceldama

I can't comment on the efficiency of the Tekin motors. But the design is definitely better suited for off-road and more rebuildable than the Neu or Medusa. The solder tabs are a nice touch as well, though I feel they are a bit exposed.

The CC/Neu motors are also sealed...

E-Revonut · 05.06.2009, 03:44 PM

As are Tekno Neus

lincpimp · 05.06.2009, 03:48 PM

So are hackers, feigaos, and most of the other cheapo chinese motors that are hacker clones.

Sparky · 05.06.2009, 03:50 PM

I have 2 MMM ESCs still running and have broken 10. I have 3 Tekin ESCs and all are still running. It will be a while before I have the same run time on my Tekins, but as of right now the Tekin is a level above the MMM. The Tekin was trully designed by a CAR controller manufacture.

Aceldama · 03:53 PM

The CC/Neu motors and the Tekno Neu motors are sealed. I've found plenty of genuine 1515 series motors that are not sealed. And a lot of them used crimped end bells as well rather than screw captured.

TexasSP · 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackedOutREVO

I never said it will make you win more races. Its just more consistent, more perfected system. And with that you get a smaller lighter ESC, and super nice motors, rebuildable, and have solder tabs (which I like)

I think you took my comment the wrong way. This was not a stab at you and/or other people who use and like the RX8 but more a statement to help out unsullied_spy.

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Originally Posted by Aceldama

I've found plenty of genuine 1515 series motors that are not sealed. And a lot of them used crimped end bells as well rather than screw captured.

I would really like to see proof of this as I have never seen nor heard of it. It's a rather bold claim without anything to back it up.

05.06.2009, 10:04 PM

If you race, the Tekin system is just leagues better than the MMM. It is smoother and more consistent from start up to braking. It also doesn't have hardly any drag on the motor too, so freewheeling is a lot easier too which helps in those tight sections of the track. I also believe it is a more durable system that can take the abuse of 1/8 racing. The solder tabs prevent damage to the windings. The motors run just as cool as the Neus, plus being sealed helps. The ESC runs ice cold as well, but the case is better built so it is more durable overall. Not too mention much easier to replace the fan. I The motors are just as efficient, if not moreso than the Neus.

The MMM is perfect if all you are doing is bashing around. Save the 70 bucks and get an extra Zippy lipo or something.

However, if you have any thoughts of racing, the Tekin system stands by itself right now and is worth the $70 premium. Without question.

Again, nothing against the MMM. I ran MMM all last year with great success and much of this year until the cases started failing on me taking out my ESCs with it. The MMM is a great system, but I think Tekin just perfected all the little flaws of the MMM.

To me, I rather pay the $70 premium and not have to worry... but that is just me.

e-mike · 05.06.2009, 10:12 PM

dont forget guy's that tekin had a year more than castle,,,,so release a esc one year after a competitor can give a chance to improve more and reliable feature....so both system are very good...and i think that each one have to do the right choice....

me im sold to castle..but i cant wait more to try this new controller

05.06.2009, 10:21 PM

castle combo