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I have run Traxxas batteries before (two NiMHs and two 2s LiPos). Have had a pretty good experience with them, but I have heard that Traxxas LiPos puff easily... is that true? I've gotten the LiPos since last December, so they are both about 9 months old. My batteries have had zero puffing, but I've never really pushed them to their limits in high amp-draw vehicles. I am planning on getting some 3s LiPos, and got stuck between choosing Traxxas or Venom, mainly because of their lifetime warranties. Also, I feel like the fan on my Traxxas ID charger (the EZ Peak Plus) is dying, so I might as well get a new charger as well.
I know how Traxxas warranties work (50% off trade-in, no questions asked for a new battery), but I just want to make sure about Venom's warranty before I get something. This is what I found on their website:
"Venom will repair or, in its discretion, replace defective product free of charge for a period of 1 year from the original date of purchase. After that, for any defective product you will receive a credit equal to thirty percent (30%) of retail price (as shown on venompower.com) toward the purchase of a new Venom product of the same size and type."
So basically what they are saying is that you will receive 30% off of a new battery only if the previous battery you got was defective, and you need to pay the full price if it dies due to normal use? Any clarification would be appreciated!
If I am getting Venom batteries, I will most likely get a 3s 5000 mah 35C LiPo, and a Duo Pro Charger. If I am getting Traxxas batteries I will most likely get a 3s 5000 mah 25C LiPo, and the EZ Peak Plus Dual Charger.
Also, which one do you think would be the most practical choice? It would be a massive help! Thanks in advance!
I know how Traxxas warranties work (50% off trade-in, no questions asked for a new battery), but I just want to make sure about Venom's warranty before I get something. This is what I found on their website:
"Venom will repair or, in its discretion, replace defective product free of charge for a period of 1 year from the original date of purchase. After that, for any defective product you will receive a credit equal to thirty percent (30%) of retail price (as shown on venompower.com) toward the purchase of a new Venom product of the same size and type."
So basically what they are saying is that you will receive 30% off of a new battery only if the previous battery you got was defective, and you need to pay the full price if it dies due to normal use? Any clarification would be appreciated!
If I am getting Venom batteries, I will most likely get a 3s 5000 mah 35C LiPo, and a Duo Pro Charger. If I am getting Traxxas batteries I will most likely get a 3s 5000 mah 25C LiPo, and the EZ Peak Plus Dual Charger.
Also, which one do you think would be the most practical choice? It would be a massive help! Thanks in advance!