X2C Cooling

[L T]

Hi Guys,

I installed a SpeedPassion 6.5T motor in my X2C and after the first few runs I realised that this motor runs at a much higher temperature than the one I had used. Have you guys done any mods (holes, slits, etc) to the shell to keep the motor & ESC cool?
I would be glad to see some pics, but any advice would be apreciated.

Cheers

Las

[PaulUpton]

I run kit spur and pinion on my x2c no problems with heat at all. That's with a orca motor

[L T]

Thanks for the reply. It's not that it is getting too hot, but it's more like to stay on the safe side. If you take a look at Losi22 os Schumacher Cougar shells, both provide a smart solution for airflow, not like the X2C.

Cheers
Laszlo

[brooksy]

If its too warm for you go down a tooth on the pinion. This should sort your problem. I run a sp v3 7.5 in mine with standard spur and 22t pinion and I have no probs.

[stumpiey]

i ran a 6.5 LRP x12 which get hot and aint had a problem,
1. what gearing are you running?
2. what speedo and are you running boost with it
also check that the motor isnt advanced

[Cameo]

Some of our guys that run blinky 17.5 need extra cooling to run higher gearing.

They use something like this

[Gonky]

Originally Posted by PaulUpton

I run kit spur and pinion on my x2c no problems with heat at all. That's with a orca motor

Same here... kit spur and pinion on my 6.5 motor in the X2C and no problems to speak of so far (touch wood! )

[L T]

I appreciate your answers guys, but like I said it is NOT about gearing, my question is about modding the shell. Any ideas or pictures?

[stumpiey]

i hear what your saying, but i dont think iv seen anyone feel the need to mod a shell, but if you feel the need, just drill a series of 4mm holes just above the end bell on the shell.

[Tom3012]

Shouldnt really be a problem? I run a SP 6.5 in mine, 23/81... Never gets too hot... If yor planning on cutting holes in your shell just make sure you dont make them too big, the BRCA wont like it!

On a side note what condition are the motor connectors in? If these are old/worn the resistance could cause a build up of heat... Just a thought!

Tom

[LewisStrong]

Ive got 6.5 orca in mine, kit spur 23pinion i think? dont seem too get very hot but did cut the rear end of the motor side window half moon sort of shape.