1/8-scale buggies are built strong, handle well and are fun to race. With the increased popularity of brushless, R/C enthusiasts can experience a new way to drive and race while enjoying the many benefits of brushless.
- Better Performance. Novak sensored-brushless motors provide extraordinary throttle response and controllability, and better acceleration and low-end feel. This translates to better control on bumpy courses and makes clearing jumps easier. Brushless motors also operate consistently in varying weather conditions, so you don’t have to be a tuning expert.
- Lower Center of Gravity. Electric conversion provides a lower center of gravity for more agile and nimble handling.
- Less Maintenance. Brushless systems are virtually maintenance-free. No engines to tune or rebuild and no spilled oil to clean up, so more time can be spent racing or bashing.
- Cleaner Environment. Brushless motors are far cleaner to run than nitro-powered vehicles and are healthier for indoor racing.
- Quieter. Brushless-powered cars are quieter than nitro-powered vehicles and will allow 1/8-scale buggies to run where noise restrictions are imposed.
- Plug and Play. With a brushless-powered system, just turn on the switch and go. No engines to tune, start or warm up.
INCLUDED ITEMS
Novak Brushless Conversion Kits contain all of the necessary parts to completely convert a 1/8-scale nitro off-road vehicle into an energy-saving brushless buggy.
- Motor heat sink and buggy-specific heat sink adaptor plate
- Two battery boxes and adjustable straps for holding an assortment of Li-Po or Ni-MH batteries
- Motor cooling fan that bolts directly to motor heat sink
- Antenna mount
- Hardware kit
- Complete instructions
For a more sturdy set-up, Novak offers an HV Brushless Motor 5mm Upgrade Kit (#5924) and Mod 1 Steel Pinion Gears for 5mm Shaft (#5100-5105).
TOOLS NEEDED
The required tools necessary to convert a 1/8-scale off-road nitro vehicle into a brushless car are:
- Rotory/dremel tool with cut-off wheel and sanding drum
- Power hand drill
- 4mm drill bit
- Counter sink tool
- 2.5mm hex wrench
- 2.0mm hex wrench
This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 31 May, 2009.