Recent content by AlexLTDLX

I don't have any videos on the control setup, but if you can control it with a servo tester, then it'll work. You just need two servo testers, one set to zero throttle, and the other one set to whatever you want the motor to spin up to. You can use the BEC power from the ESC, or you can use...

I did see that. I also see a lot of problems with that setup. I'm trying to finish up a video on Porsche's electric assisted turbos that would clarify things.

Prochargers generally require more impeller rpm than Vortechs. But it becomes a trade off (like most things). With higher rpm electric motors, you can get the same total power output with smaller motors at high rpm, but eventually you start incurring more switching losses at high rpm. You'd...

If the compressors are sized right for the motor and you're not wanting more than about 6-7 psi of boost to hit 300 hp, 5-6kW is pretty much right on the money.

lol. I'm trying to ignore the news, but everytime I gas up I get reminded...

Switching between the two servo testers has worked for every ESC I've tried it with. Using an ESC you already have might be easier if you're not able to decipher the factory wiring.

Would need to see what's in the trigger or a schematic of the whole thing would be best.

What is the throttle on the leaf blower? (potentiometer or something else?)

I'm afraid of the fan coming apart too. But I still might test one on the dyno.

Well, it looks like so far, it's not been a problem. But I can't wait for sanity and peace to come back into daily life.

I wouldn't overvolt them. I don't know what the limiting factor internally is. I do know some are less than generous with their capacitor voltage ratings (but I'm not saying that's the case here). Keep in mind you'll have voltage sag with any pack under heavy load; also pay attention to the...

It's been out for a few days now, so I'm sure most of you have seen it by now, but just in case you haven't, check it out - this one was a lot of work:

Man, I need to check in here more often - that looks fantastic! I'm impressed. That setup should be able to run almost continuously.

Watching him install a supercharger kit was like watching a dog chew peanut butter.

I saw that. I'm really thinking of doing a video about that. I'm not his biggest fan. But we just shot the first compound boost video yesterday. The results are... interesting. That's all I'll say for now. And my entire place still stinks like gas.