Archive for December, 2009

After using this system in my FunJet to hit 146mph I have to believe this is the ultimate low cost 1600watt power system for under $90.  I will definitely be using this system in more of my upcoming builds as I think there is more to be squizzed out of it!! If you haven’t seen the FunJet video please check it out below. I have also included direct links to the seperate components to this system for those who dare to go this fast!!!! The complete setup for under $90 includes the following (Click on the pictures to go to Hobby City’s Website for even more information) :

Turnigy 3648 1450kv 1600watt Brushless Motor

HobbyKing 90-100amp esc rated for 2s-7s LiPo Cells

Turnigy 3-5amp UBEC rated for 2s-5s LiPo CellsZippy Flightmax 2200mAh 40c 5s1p Lipo

Zippy Flightmax 2200mAh 40c 5s1p Lipo

1600watt FunJet video - Hitting 146mph at Hermann Airport. Check it out!!!!

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Hey guys here is the info for this months prize.  For the month of December the Prize will be the following:

1. Turnigy Watt Meter and Power Analyzer
2. Turnigy 2409-1600 Brushless Motor

Here are some pictures (Click on pictures to see more information on HobbyKings Website)

UPDATE, VIENNA3109 IS THE WINNER OF DEC. 2009 PRIZE.

Hey everyone I finally put a 5 cell setup in my FunJet and man is it fast!!!! Below is the video of the installation and first test flights along with a list of the components and prices. I got all this from HobbyKing .com for under $90 so this is a very affordable and powerful setup (1600watts) Check it out!!

• Turnigy 3648 1450kv brushless motor (rated @ 1600watts) $19.89
• HobbyKing 90-100amp esc $29.99
• Turnigy 3-5amp ubec (rated for 2-5 cell LiPo) $7.83
• Zippy Flightmax 2200mAh 5S1P 40C LiPo Battery $32.17
• Total cost (89.88)

Link to HobbyKing.com!

http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_index.asp