Older style xl-5 esc with LiPo ??

[Mattyfats420]

I have a stampede xl5 with the older style esc. https://traxxas.com/products/parts/otherparts/xl5waterproof?t=overview

I know the newer ones can run the 2s LiPo. Would anyone know if I can run it on the older xl5 and if I can what do I need to run it. I’ve heard of the low voltage alarms for ESCs that don’t have it built in.

Any info would be great help. Traxxas didn’t really help in this matter saying it wasn’t intended to be used that way. I just want to know if I can

Thanks

 

[marauder]

Here’s what I used when I raced mine... but I’m sure they make nicer options these days. Just need to warn yourself of low voltage.

 

[WoodiE]

@Mattyfats420 you could use your older Traxxas XL5 ESC with a LiPo battery but you will certainly want to buy a Low Voltage Alarm.

 

[Mattyfats420]

Great thanks a lot guys.

Looks like going LiPo is already going to pay off well since I can also use it in my slash.

Any recommend low voltage cut alarms?

Also I’m new to the LiPo scene so I’m not even sure what the cut off should be for a 2s

I’m going with the Traxxas set up for now since I’m new to running lipos. So it comes with there charger and 2s for $99. Going this route just in case I break something. My local hobby shop is 3 miles from my house.
Any opinions on the Traxxas charger and LiPo?

 

[marauder]

https://www.amainhobbies.com/venom-power-2s-8s-lipo-low-voltage-monitor-vnr0644/p231508

I think the one in my video was super cheap, but came from China and took a while to arrive. This isn't a bad deal, amazon or lhs may have cheaper options? I like how this one is adjustable. I always error on the high end of the voltage, lipo do not drop much in terms of voltage.