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Burl Swift 04-05-2023 11:11 AM


Originally Posted by Jblack45 (Post 15994549)
Having the right setup definitely makes a big difference. The track configuration before this last one had a hairpin turn then a double jump and I noticed most other guys could clear them easily even taking the hairpin turn slow but I had to basically drive through the turn fast to have a chance to clear the double jump which resulted in me wrecking more often rather than being able to take it easy then hit the throttle.

I would gear for a little more torque. Sounds like you need less top end and a little more "outta the hole" speed.

How are your motor temps doing at the end of a heat?

Jblack45 04-05-2023 02:12 PM

Temps are low. Around 115deg.

Jblack45 04-05-2023 02:13 PM

Only one straight so your probably right, I need to gear for more torque

trilerian 04-05-2023 03:49 PM


Originally Posted by Jblack45 (Post 15994780)
Only one straight so your probably right, I need to gear for more torque

Do you know the run length of the track and the time you are looking for?

staiguy 04-05-2023 03:58 PM

It’s definitely worth it to get a set of pinion gears. I like the ones from yeah racing. They aluminum so no steel interface, nice coating to keep noise down, and a set of 6 in a nice box. I got 3 sets to have covered from 21-38

Jblack45 04-06-2023 07:19 AM

I definitely need to invest in a set of pinions. Currently I only have a 29, 30 and 31. I’ll check out the Yeah Racing brand, I’ve heard good things about some of their parts they sell

OffRoadJunkie 04-24-2023 06:05 PM

So, what do you all think about a Surpass Rocket V5R 17.5T. Are they able to compete with $100 motors?


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