Do you think that could be due to using similar kv motors on hV geared down to the same speed because of free spinning losses?
No i think it’s simpler than that.
Most people are just trying to draw the most amps they can to make their dick feel bigger.
More amps at higher voltage = more power
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I’ll do it lol. Why not. Science is fun. Board should be ride-ready this week. I always need to get more batteries.
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Hey guys, gearing up to wire up my first 12s2p lipo pack, and am looking for charger recommendations. Ideally i want to put a charge port on the enclosure on my eventual build, whats the ideal connector these days? I have a 50.4v “smart?” Charger that i got with my e-bike last year, that has a dc jack, could this potentially work?
I like the lp20 and similar smaller round locking connectors… but ive stopped using them on new builds. The work fine but the size of the 35mm connector was just too much for too little amperage.
Kinda looked around at some of the smaller similar type connectors and @Egtscs had a really nice looking one that was a smaller form factor. I tried to find the lnk he sent me but im sure the source is better than the reflection here.
but ive gone insane and set my most recent build up so that it can charge at maximum cell rated current… or 56a. I only got a 30a (2.3kw) charger right now but depending on long term performance i may upgrade to the 4kw charger… but probably not as this guy chares FAST. This means Im back to XT60 panel mount female connector with a dust flap.
I seem to orbit amass connectors and always align with their design philosophy of “as much as you can fit in as small a package as possible”
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They’re weipu connectors, I use the SA12 but there are different sizes for different current ratings.
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Well, wasn’t able to find an intro section.
Longtime lurker first time poster blah blah. I’m Grommit.
I used to skateboard, I do wakeboard, and snowboard, but I’m not a small guy. 325-375 ups and downs. It doesn’t stop me.
Looking to get an eboard for commuting to and on campus.
Don’t care about top speed, mostly range and cruiseability.
Was looking at prebuilt such as the Meepo Hurricane Carbon offroad, or the MBS Atlas if I were to go prebuilt, because they are in my weight range. Atlas is way overkill but…upgradeability or tweakability?
Otherwise was going to DIY with the MBS Atlas board as a base, because its strong, but not sure if I can get under that price range.
Curious for some thoughts to start the conversation?
(I’ve searched and read a bunch of info on the forums here already haha)
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Howdy! Welcome to the forum.
Excellent, this is a great breakdown of what you need from a board.
This may be challenging as most pre built boards don’t account for a very large rider.
I’m not familiar with an MBS “Atlas”, I know MBS has an “Agent” electric mountainboard, and the “Atom” deck. I know exway has an “Atlas” electric longboard as well.
I wouldn’t recommend the hurricane as I’ve seen enough hurricane decks snap under ~200lb riders I wouldn’t trust that deck with much more than that, same opinion on the exway Atlas. Both are also likely much more focused on top speed than torque/climbing ability.
I have much more trust in the integrity of the MBS agent deck.
@MBS do you think the agent deck is capable of carrying a 350+lb rider for casual cruising and commuting?
Again I’m going to assume you mean the MBS agent. In which case this is a solid plan.
We also have @tomiboi around here who makes (albeit pricey) very high quality custom deck+enclosure combos. I imagine he’s capable of designing a deck intended for a rider of your weight.
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At your weight you definitely qualify for a custom fitted deck. Check out my website and let me know if anything interests you www.tomiboiesk8.com. I’ll even give you a forum discount 
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Thanks for the recommendation @Egtscs . The MBS AGENT can definitely handle your weight (350+). The deck will have a bit more flex than it would for a smaller rider, but that just makes the ride a bit smoother. Good luck.
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@Egtscs you were right, sorry, I meant Agent but keep messing it up ha.
Even the Hurricane Vader Carbon? It “rated” at 552lbs.
If it’s ok, I think I am going to start a “build” thread, and start putting pieces together. Maybe there I can ask more questions specific to my build/wants and get targeted responses and thoughts.
Thanks to you and Tomiboi and MBS for responding so fast!
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I think the carbon hurricane will support your weight if you stand on it, what I don’t trust is riding it over bumps and potholes over several hundred miles. Carbon fiber is very strong but doesn’t do well under repeated fatigue. I also saw this page which says
There’s some conflicting info on weight limits but I still would stay away from carbon decks in general, especially Chinese pre built carbon decks.
I’ve just seen a lot of broken decks that are the same or similar to the hurricane deck, (B1 Titan carbon, exway Atlas, evolve hadean, Eovan GTS Carbon Super) all the broken decks I’ve seen have been used and snapped by riders between 130-220lbs.
Having your deck snap while riding at speed is not something you wanna deal with.
Sounds like a great idea to have everything in one place.
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Perfect.
Gotta admit, I’m…a bit older, and it feels good to be back on forums. So much better than social media for help/questions/community lol.
I appreciate all your help so far. When I get some time, I’ll start a DIY thread with initial ideas. I am in 0 hurry, so I have plenty of time to plan it out.
11 year Honda tech, I have no problems with mechanicals, I do admit that it’s the battery/figuring out BMS/VESC that gets in my head. All my RC cars I raced were nitro, I never got onto the Electric RC bandwagon, but that’s all it is now for the most part ha.
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One thing that i haven’t seen asked, how portable is your ideal board? A small form factor is nice if ya gotta pack it into a building. Might be worthwhile hitting a good skate shop and standing/carrying on some of the decks and see how many layers and what concave gets you to your happy place. I find longboard specific shops best. Seattle has a good one: motion board shop .
I go in there to bullshit and try to get what i can from them instead of amazon. Prices are a little higher but it’s worth it to be able to touch and mess with stuff. Trying on the slide gloves i like before buying is helpful - hard to find gloves that are close enough that i can wet stretch them to actually fit. I may have found a pair i don’t have to cut the fingers off of this way
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What do I do.
I got it all working and I was happy, and of course right as I go to take a ride, this happens. Not sure how to reattach it to the receiver.
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While I would like it to be lightweight and compact, I don’t think that is a reasonable ask due to my size. A lightweight mobile board will likely break, or the smaller motors/batteries will not allow for range or hill climbing ability.
I am thinking along the lines of a 14-16s4p battery to allow for range and amperage to support me.
And then likely a set of 6374/6384 motors. With that, on a mountain board, I’m likely in the 50lb range. I’d like to stay there or less but unlikely.
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The shot is a bit potato but it seems like all the pins are there. Heat up all the pads from the backside of the PCB and slowly wiggle the connector back into the holes while a female connecter is inserted into it to contain the pins in place.
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Damn dude I’m starting to think you’re cursed. That’s not a repair I would attempt. If no one else has a solution there’s an extra receiver in my stash. Don’t even have the remote for it anymore so it’s useless to me. Only thing is it might be a newer version than the one you broke. Might have to update firmware on the remote.
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