Tomy Super G+. I plan on about 60-30 minutes a week of run time. Brushes seem to be a tad pricey (seeing hows you've got to buy the whole housing unit) compared to most other brands. So how long do you think these last?

The service life of the Tomy endbell is pretty good, probably 2X-3X that of a Tyco style brush setup that needs fairly constant tweaking. I'd conservatively estimate that they will last around 10-15 hours total in a super stock configuration as long as no single run exceeds 20 minutes. If you run them continuously, say in an enduro race, they will probably only last aound 3-5 hours. They last longer if properly adjusted. With the Tyco style brush (Wizzard, Slottech, etc.) going with a bigfoot style brush increases life by 2X-3X too. So its a toss up at that point.

Well then, I had better start stocking up on those. Anything else I should stock up on also?

Btw, Thanks AfxToo, you're a great help. ;)

Keep in mind that super stock is a harder form of racing than box stock. In super stock racing the brush springs are usually run with more tension to improve performance and the chassis is run lower to improve downforce. In box stock racing (or running) the endbells will last longer, sometimes a lot longer.

If you are concerned about overall endurance I'd also stay away from hot stock and advanced timed arms and arms that have been epoxy coated. Stock arms are usually the most durable. For Tycos, Slottechs, and Wizzards a stock Tyco arm is about as reliable as you can get. May not set any speed records but it will last.

If you decide to go with the G cars I'd recommend that you buy or build an endbell removal tool. All it really does is spread the brushes apart so you can easily slide the endbell on the comm. It simply has two little posts that go into endbell slots. When you turn it the brushes spread apart. Also, become very familiar with the insertion and removal of the G car motor assembly. It can be a little tricky at first. Some newer batches of Tomy SG+ chassis have a tendency to break. Invest in a few BSRT G3 medium or soft replacement chassis. When a SG+ chassis breaks you can move over all of the SG+ parts to the G3 chassis.

If you are talking box stock Super G's,then what AFX said is about average.
I have had some that are real screamers,and have lasted WAY longer.


I'll also back AFX up on the dis and re assembly of them as well.It takes a little practice,there is a bit of a trick to it that you can only really get by practicing at it.

If you really like the Super G's, after awhile treat yourself to a G3.My preference is their super stock rtr's.They are definetly worth the extra money if you are really into it.
When you race the Super G's for awhile and make the switch,you can really feel the difference.IMO,they are much smoother and responsive,and have a fine tuned machine feel to them when I race.

Mike