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Old 07-26-2012, 02:18 PM
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EyeintheSky57
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Originally Posted by AndrewTom
the sidewinder esc is notorious for running hot. i ran a velenion in my xxx-sct with 20/86 gearing. i would try an 18 for now and be careful, use an IR temp gun on the motor, esc and pack.
This isn't just running hot. The truck ESC is turning off on THERMAL protection. An 18T pinion would bring ESC temps down?
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