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Old 01-06-2012, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ehartman_49348
Using treads like the Badlands in sandy/loamy conditions will put a lot of stress on the engine and you will end up running the engine very hot. Based on my experience running on loamy/sandy tracks, you are better off with something like an I-Beam, which will give you more wheel spin, but still good traction, and it will put a lot less stress on the engine (as the tires are actually spinning instead of digging). Just my $0.02

So a little spinning will actually be better than overgripping? I see what your saying with the stress on the engine from over traction.
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