Losi Mini 8ight T - Upgrade Series 5 - ESC

[@Mrtojo]

Nice! Looks like you just about got room to get it all in there! A crowded RC lol Looking forward to see it run!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, hopefully everything is balanced well in air.

[@TheRCNetwork]

My Losi Mini 8ight T now has all new upgraded electronics with this 80amp WP ESC!

[@MrJohnny2thumbs]

trucks looking great rich, getting a bit cramped, but I'm sure its going to be a beast on and off the track

[@TheRCNetwork]

MrJohnny2thumbs Yeah, it is a bit cramped in there, but I think it'll work!

[@69pslim]

Ok cool well can't wait to see the finished upgrade build.

[@TheRCNetwork]

69pslim Thanks for watching!

[@taimurutube-rcmaniac-basherrc]

Great addition to the build! The right Electronics the first time around save you the hassle omg with more money in the long run with burn out and issues from high temps. Looking forward to seeing this Puppy off its leash :)

[@TheRCNetwork]

RC MANIAC - BASHER RC Thanks RCMBRC! I can't ait either. Just two more episodes. Wheels/tires and a new body

[@J93perez]

Thank you! Just bought all the same parts last night.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Jordan Perez Nice! It should work out great

[@jadoncrowe1188]

so did everything work out?

[@mtctookie25]

That baby is going to be sweet bro, very nice, with lots of power to spare.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Thanks MTC!

[@69pslim]

What ever happened to the finished updated build of the losi mini 8T????

[@TheRCNetwork]

69pslim It got shelved a while back......

[@justingaron56]

Esc looks like a dynamite tazer 60a esc copy. Nice build

[@TheRCNetwork]

Could be. I know there's really only a few electronics makers out there. Just re-brands sometimes

[@TRAXXASRCBROS]

Good job.cant wait to see some run vids

[@TheRCNetwork]

Traxxasrcbros Thanks TRCB!

[@TRAXXASRCBROS]

no prob

[@Buckarooskiczek]

Borrowed your set up, more or less. Putting the 380 Velineon in my Mini 8T with a 60amp Leopard after burning two Fuze motors. Bought on eBay from a dude who said he ran nothing but 3s and had been to the track 5 times with it...I ran it 30 seconds on 3s and it smoked. Replaced with another Fuze and ran 2s...kept thermaling out after 5 laps. Eventually got too hot. Hopefully the Velineon can handle 2s track time...running stock gearing w/ hardened pinion and steel spur, btw. Not sure I'll try 3s...

[@TheRCNetwork]

The VXL motor does quite well

[@bigboomer34]

You mentioned below in the comments, if you knew you were going with the Traxxus engine, you would have gone with the Mamba Micro Pro....could you post a link to which one you are referring to? Thanks! Great videos!

[@TheRCNetwork]

bigboomer34 www.castlecreations.com/products/mamba_micro_pro.html

[@thebat6900]

nice looking setup need to get that motor into mine haha

[@TheRCNetwork]

Zachary Flowe The VXL motor is an easy fix even with the stock esc

[@Digitalfiendscom]

I'm thinking of picking up a Mini 8ight T or an E-Revo VXL for my young daughter and me to play with; she really enjoys working on mechanical projects with dad, so this upgrade series of yours is quite helpful. I used to be into RC cars when I was in my teens but haven't touched them in probably 20 years - things have changed quite a bit lol. I like the idea of upgrading to a bigger motor and ESC as I don't like running things on the ragged edge. I do have a question though: would the ESC that comes in the E-Revo be a good fit for this car? Living in Canada, we don't have a huge selection of hobby shops (brick and mortar or online) that carry some of the more specialized parts. Shipping from the US can be costly with the conversion rate, duty, and brokerage. So getting the Velineon motor with VXL-3M controller might be an easier option. Is this even possible? What do you think of the 8ight T vs the Revo VXL? Thanks!

[@TheRCNetwork]

That's a tough one considering all the factors. The E-revo vxl 1/16th (MERV) def has the part support and aftermarket vs the Losi. The MERV also is super easy to work on. The MERV's motor and esc would easily fit in the M8T as well with some slight modification including changing the Spur and pinion.

[@Digitalfiendscom]

The RCNetwork Thanks. I'm finding it really difficult to decide. I like what I'm seeing with regards to handling from the mini 8ight-T but the Revo vxl seems like it is a bit easier to work on (as you said), might be a bit more versatile in the wet/snow/tall grass, and it has two battery compartments for extended running time (or more power), etc. Both cars seem like they need upgrades to be reasonably durable though. I'd buy one of each but if I find I like getting back into RC cars, I'd rather put the money I'd spend on a second mini into a full-size 8ight or revo. Decisions, decisions... Did you ever do a video of the 8ight-T running with all the upgrades from this series? Thanks again.

[@davidturner2365]

I got rid of my mini 8 T because parts are to hard to get hold of

[@josbinyoface6276]

Hey what's up Richard, hope it's fast. Will a hobbywing 10bl60 work with that motor.

[@carsonborden6050]

You should do more carbon fibre upgrades

[@TheRCNetwork]

carson borden As of this comment, the only CF upgrades are the Losi towers/battery strap. Xtreme Racing just hit the market with shock towers and I know that Exotek is working on a chassis/topplate.

[@carsonborden6050]

Yeah get the top plate when it comes out and get any other carbon fibre upgrades that come out

[@BashingWithRadioControl]

Great video as usual I find it funny that the ESC you have is powerful than the one in the Vaterra Halix haha keep up the good work :)

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, I have a tendancy to over-upgrade my stuff. A cool running RC is a happy one!

[@ZAKRC]

Looks great!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Thanks ZAK!

[@Origam-I]

how did you calibrated the DX2E radio to activate AVC , tell me please ;) for my new " overkill" vaterra halix

[@TheRCNetwork]

+RCblacktrack The Mini 8ight T came stock with AVC.....Just had to dial the traditional "Dual Rate" dial on the top right of the DX2e to add more or take away the AVC

[@Origam-I]

ok, then if you still have this cool machine, there is low profile fan for your esc ;) so you can fit it good without bulge>

[@trevorsteeves6188]

So you wouldn't use the traxxas esc like on the mini e revo?

[@TheRCNetwork]

It's a posibility, especially if you already have one. The 380 vxl combo goes for about $125 or so. I think there's some better options for the money

[@jeremyp7032]

always good vids bud. Keep it up!

[@TheRCNetwork]

Fraction RC Thanks Fraction!

[@goblincave4048]

How do you connect the wires for the motor to those pre tinned sander points?

[@TheRCNetwork]

By soldering on 4mm bullets and then connecting

[@goblincave4048]

The RCNetwork I'm gonna get that motor and also the lost 1/10 scte 130amp esc from dollar hobbies for like half price and the motor so like 100 bucks for boh of them what pinion would you use for it with a 2s pack for this esc and motor?

[@J93perez]

how is this car running? also this esc is out off stock where ever i look. How exactly do i know if i can run a 380 can on a 10th scale esc?

[@TheRCNetwork]

Jordan Perez It's a standard Hobby Wing 80amp ESC re-badged as a Leopard Hobbies. The M8T is doing well after the upgrade series

[@J93perez]

One more question if you can answer for me. I ordered the 16t pinion like yours as well as the spur. How well is that gearing on your 3s Lipo? Or even on your 2s Lipo? I'm scared to over heat the car again. I have everything u have besides the exact battery. I have a 2s coming in the male. I may be running short course truck wheels and tires and I may need to re gear it. But couldn't find a smaller pinion from Robinson

[@TheRCNetwork]

Jordan Perez On the 16t, a 2s is totally fine. on 3s, watch the temps........Not sure I would run SCT tires

[@trevorsteeves6188]

Would you use the mamba micro pro motor and esc? Or would the motor be to small?

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, the motor is almost smaller than the stock Fuse motor. Not a good combo for the M8T

[@trevorsteeves6188]

What were your other choices for the esc? And where did you buy the leopard hobby motor and esc?

[@TheRCNetwork]

I got the Leopard stuff from AsiaTees. The ESC was $50, which isn't too bad for the 80amp/waterproof features. Originally, I hadn't intended on running the Traxxas Motor, but didn't want to put too much custom work into the M8T for other people that wanted to run the same upgrades. If I had it to do over again, the Mamba Micro Pro would be my choice for an ESC for the Traxxas motor

[@matthewneufer1758]

You should run a tekin 17.5 turn with a 120 hobby wing that’s what I got in mine censored.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Matthew,Neufer Ruach of Yahweh there wasn’t a 540 can motor plate available when I made this video 🤔

[@humblerc841]

hey rich, what motor/ esc did you settle on for the mini 8 buggy? i'm thinking of picking one up so i'm watching everybody's upgrade series.

[@TheRCNetwork]

humble rc I used this ESC and the VXL 380 Traxxas motor. Great combo

[@humblerc841]

okay so you stayed with that. thats good info. i was thinking about the mamba micro with one of the 0808 motors, but i haven't seen any reviews of that in the mini yet. i guess ill just have to get the model and try a bunch of stuff. as always thanks for responding.

[@Julianguitacho]

can i use this in a tacon soar buggy scale 1/14 ?

[@TheRCNetwork]

Julian Garzon Yep, it's a generic 80amp ESC

[@Aiman-w1f]

Can it fit to my mini 8ight buggy ?

[@TheRCNetwork]

It will be extremely tight, if not impossible. The Mamba Micro Pro may be a better solution

[@trevorsteeves6188]

If you upgraded the drive shafts would you get the losi cv drive shafts or the hot racing cvd,s ? www.losi.com/Products/Features.aspx?ProdId=LOS312000 www.hot-racing.com/index.cgi?partnumber=SOFE288;c=676 I'm not concerned about weight I'm more concerned strength. Are the m8 and m8t the same driveshafts?

[@TheRCNetwork]

trevor steeves The Buggy CVD's are not the same length. As far as I know, the Losi versions I showed are the only ones on the market.

[@iloving1777]

Is there a slightly smaller esc that can be used with the vxl.

[@TheRCNetwork]

sure, any 60-80amp esc will be fine. Check out www.hobbywingdirect.com/

[@iloving1777]

The RCNetwork could I use the stock esc. Or should I go with a higher amp. I'm looking at the hobbywing quickrun 10bl60.

[@TheRCNetwork]

The stock esc is pretty weak....and with the bigger motor, could fry

[@iloving1777]

The RCNetwork I'm asking because I think the stock esc is bad. Could you tell me how to diagnose a esc to see if it is bad or not. When I give it throttle all the truck does is rattle

[@jadoncrowe1188]

hey do I need to program the esc or does it come pre-programmed.

[@TheRCNetwork]

+Jadon Crowe It comes pre-programmed, but you will have to calibrate it to your remote, which is pretty easy

[@LoganKraft]

how do you run 3s without stripping out gears in your diffs?

[@TheRCNetwork]

You just gotta shim them correctly - I used the shim kit for the RC18B from Team Associated - fit perfect

[@LoganKraft]

+The RCNetwork thank you. I've always wondered cause mine are stripping on 2s fairly easily.

[@TheRCNetwork]

Yeah, pick up those shims. Here's a link: amzn.to/2c8pmYn You'll have to experiment with what sides to put them on for the perfect mesh

[@ajlukelepuke]

Who makes this ESC? Please no one say "Leopard" because I just bought a Hobbywing that is exactly the same.

[@TheRCNetwork]

ajlukelepuke I think you just answered your own question....

[@ajlukelepuke]

The RCNetwork Well from the looks of many ESCs on the market, I could probably answer my own question a few times over.