torque for steering Losi 8ight T 2

[Orph3o]

Hey guys,

I just realized that the stock (RTR) servos are similar for T/B and steering. I have read through forums, and most racers are running 300oz servos for steering.
I plan on keeping the NIMH packs therefore I would rather not go this way (and I am budget conscious
I plan on just changing the steering one (and keeping it as a spare for T/B for now).
Would 200oz+ be sufficient?

I have had good experience with futabas on my other RCs, and was planning to use
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLWS8&P=7
a beast for the price... and has been reliable on my other RCs (Use it for steering a Jato and T/B Revo).

Any advices?

 

[Metalhead Matt]

I'd say that servo is way overkill for a buggy. A fast, 120+oz would be more than enough torque. Much easier on the rx pack too.

 

[MotoGod]

The 8ightT is a Truggy there Matt I would say 200+ oz/in is fine on a Truggy. The more the better really. I run a JR 9100T (steering) and JR 9100S (throttle) in my Truggy.

I run a 9100S (steering) and 8800S (throttle) in my Buggy.

 

[Metalhead Matt]

Damn T.

 

[MotoGod]

hehehe

 

[Orph3o]

Thanks for the replies!

Now, just have to figure out why this 300oz+ servo is 100$ less than a brushless servo 200oz+.
Would the brushless last 4 times more?

 

[LBSinGTX]

Yes, probably. The link you posted to tower shows a 1/5 scale servo. It seems like it'd be too big, but I'm not sure. Plus it has nylon gears vs metal, is analog, and fairly slow.

 

[Orph3o]

My!!
LBSinGTX, you are absolutely right! it is a jumbo servo!

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