08-09-2002, 01:25 AM
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The Epoch stock pack is a 3.6 volt 1/3 aaa(3 cells)
Our pack is 4.8 volts 1/3 aaa nimh (4cells)
Very fast Epoch!
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08-09-2002, 01:31 AM
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There is room to mount a 4th cell!!!! WOW
I can't believe the ESC didn't blow with the extra voltage
Are the cells you are using 250 mah NiMh cells?
Could you post a picture, please.
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08-09-2002, 01:31 AM
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I really should change my title...
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These cars and other like them are that hard to find in your parts of the world? We can find them every where here.
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08-09-2002, 02:19 AM
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are mod motors availble for the Epoch's over in Japan?
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08-09-2002, 03:55 AM
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I really should change my title...
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Yes, we can find them, amount other stuff.
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08-09-2002, 11:03 AM
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These cars and other like them are that hard to find in your parts of the world? We can find them every where here.
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usagi, the Epoch only just came out over here, we're one of only 2-3 companies that sells them so far.
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08-09-2002, 11:05 AM
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I really should change my title...
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oh I see......... gee they been out here for awhile.
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08-11-2002, 02:53 AM
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Quote:
Originally posted by gertman
There is room to mount a 4th cell!!!! WOW
I can't believe the ESC didn't blow with the extra voltage
Are the cells you are using 250 mah NiMh cells?
Could you post a picture, please.
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I am really not tight lipped as you said in other forum
Here is a link to the picture. It is availble for purchase. I have actually put more cells in a spec 1 before with out hurting the esc.
But, the spec one is not a slap in mod. It requires lots of work.
Photo of Spec 2 Battery
Please post info in other forum.
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08-11-2002, 05:15 AM
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You weren't kidding, it was TUFF to get back together! Yes, I had an extra cell from one of my friends Spec 1 which died I am going to post step-by-step directions with pics on another site and put a link here when I am done.
It is faster!!
Thanks for the idea
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08-11-2002, 11:18 AM
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P.s.
Don't forget that if you assemble pack yourself that that run times may be shortened due to soldering process. The tiny 1/3 aaa batteries hate too much heat.
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08-11-2002, 11:42 AM
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AND
I am not such a great solder'er so I probably did over heat one of the cells!
It still works good for now. I haven't tried to re-charge it yet? Can you STILL use the standard Epoch charger?
Thanks again!!
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08-11-2002, 12:00 PM
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Can you STILL use the standard Epoch charger?
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Good point - do you need to double-charge or anything? Could you use a peak charger with the Epoch connector? What amp rating if so?
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08-12-2002, 12:39 AM
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It took me almost as long as the actual mod , BUT pictures and a step by step guide is posted!!!!! HERE
ENJOY!
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08-12-2002, 01:02 AM
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Wow gertman, nice job!
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08-12-2002, 10:04 PM
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Gertman,
You forgot to mention that the Spec 2 batteries could be purchased already complete, spot welded and shrink wrapped at Spec 2 batteries
They fit better and run longer than homemade packs. A little credit for the mod would be nice too. Instead of some guy in some forum.
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