17LikesTekno SCT410 Thread
07-06-2013, 08:55 PM
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I currently run the Pro4 4600 and I've driven a truck that has an HD 4300 and I'd say go HD all the way. The power difference is very noticeable, especially in the low/mid torque range. It also seems smoother overall, although some of that was probably due to the gen2 rx8 in the truck with the HD motor (vs. my gen1).
07-06-2013, 08:58 PM
Hey d00dz.
So I'm at a motor decision. I have already read the thoughts etc on motors, but It's coming down to you Tekno guys.
(No I am not buying tenshocks or hobbycrap)
My Pro4 4000 has finally shown it is exhausted. I've had it for 2 years and it's been through 3 chassis. It's time for a new motor. Currently I have an SCX4x4 5.5 in there and I really don't like it. It feels sluggy and although, smooth: I have to gear it to the roof to get what I need out of it. (I'm a super competitive Driver, Not a basher)
What are your guys' thoughts as far as my next Tekin motor? An HD? Or go with the benchmark Pro 4 4600 and be happy for another 2 years? I'm asking since you guys have been working with the HD's and 550's. Is it time to go there? Or keep light and bursty with the 540 4poles?
I'd like a little discussion on your parts to help me along. I greaaaaatly appreciate it.
So I'm at a motor decision. I have already read the thoughts etc on motors, but It's coming down to you Tekno guys.
(No I am not buying tenshocks or hobbycrap)
My Pro4 4000 has finally shown it is exhausted. I've had it for 2 years and it's been through 3 chassis. It's time for a new motor. Currently I have an SCX4x4 5.5 in there and I really don't like it. It feels sluggy and although, smooth: I have to gear it to the roof to get what I need out of it. (I'm a super competitive Driver, Not a basher)
What are your guys' thoughts as far as my next Tekin motor? An HD? Or go with the benchmark Pro 4 4600 and be happy for another 2 years? I'm asking since you guys have been working with the HD's and 550's. Is it time to go there? Or keep light and bursty with the 540 4poles?
I'd like a little discussion on your parts to help me along. I greaaaaatly appreciate it.
07-06-2013, 09:41 PM
I'm in the same boat. Running a 4000KV which was great in my Durango but with the Tekno weighing a bit more I'm getting a new motor.
Figure it's worth the extra ounce of weight with the HD because it will supposedly run cooler and I can always tone it down. Better to have it and not need it them vice versa I guess.
That and it's that new new haha!
Figure it's worth the extra ounce of weight with the HD because it will supposedly run cooler and I can always tone it down. Better to have it and not need it them vice versa I guess.
That and it's that new new haha!
07-06-2013, 09:54 PM
HW SC motors are very good. Been running a 4700k in my Tekno for 6 months now. Hasn't missed a beat. For ~$90 shipped with a 180 day warranty it is one of the best values going in RC.
07-06-2013, 10:01 PM
07-06-2013, 10:13 PM
I'm not saying there aren't other good motors, guys. 
I run 100% tekin and I am keeping it that way. Streamlining my fleet is the way I do things.
So I see HD comments. If the truck was like the Pro 4 4600 but smoother, I'd be all for that. Is that a general census of smoother?
I run 100% tekin and I am keeping it that way. Streamlining my fleet is the way I do things.So I see HD comments. If the truck was like the Pro 4 4600 but smoother, I'd be all for that. Is that a general census of smoother?
07-06-2013, 10:14 PM
07-06-2013, 10:24 PM
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07-06-2013, 11:59 PM
Another Tekno Win
This truck is paying off. Ben Burtle (not pictured) and myself went 1 -2 yesterday to win some cash at the Mayhem in the Market race. The truck was awesome all day. Got some cash with my Tekno converted Mugen too.
Thank you Tekno!
Thank you Tekno!
07-07-2013, 04:34 AM
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I'm not saying there aren't other good motors, guys. I run 100% tekin and I am keeping it that way. Streamlining my fleet is the way I do things.
So I see HD comments. If the truck was like the Pro 4 4600 but smoother, I'd be all for that. Is that a general census of smoother?
I run 100% tekin and I am keeping it that way. Streamlining my fleet is the way I do things.So I see HD comments. If the truck was like the Pro 4 4600 but smoother, I'd be all for that. Is that a general census of smoother?
07-07-2013, 05:31 AM
Going to the Nationals and I just realized the Hobbywing SC ESC and 4700 are not Roar approved. Guess I am getting another Tekin system just for this event. Running all 3 classes but have Tekin systems in buggy and truggy. Been happy with the HW in sc4x4 though since I tried it. Runs much stronger/cooler and its cheaper than the Tekin even with my military discount. At last years Nitro Nationals I got tech inspected almost every round so the HW not gonna cut it
07-07-2013, 05:44 AM
Going to the Nationals and I just realized the Hobbywing SC ESC and 4700 are not Roar approved. Guess I am getting another Tekin system just for this event. Running all 3 classes but have Tekin systems in buggy and truggy. Been happy with the HW in sc4x4 though since I tried it. Runs much stronger/cooler and its cheaper than the Tekin even with my military discount. At last years Nitro Nationals I got tech inspected almost every round so the HW not gonna cut it
07-07-2013, 06:15 AM
Newman!!
You guys still have the Fioroni 16mm on back order...
07-07-2013, 07:14 AM
Raced for the first time in over 3 months last night. Figured I'd be rusty (and I was a little) but this Tekno just does what it is supposed to. What a blast! I also ran my 22 buggy which I love as well, but I had to really work hard to get that to respond. The only thing I had to do to the Tekno was to switch to the right tires! Only changes to stock was to lay down the rear shocks, limit droop a bit, and went 7-10-5 in the diffs. Just amazing to drive this one! I TQ'd and took second behind a very good racer (track owner). If you don't own this truck yet, you are missing out!
07-07-2013, 08:55 AM
Here is that shock addendum I talked about earlier...
