The 44.1 is an awesome car out of the box. Hell, most people don't even deviate from the stock setup.

When I started running the class, I added weight between the saddle packs to calm the rear down, but that's gone now that I have a feel for it. 4WD buggy is my favorite class, as you have so much more control than you would in a 2WD class.

@ Sarinexia: I'm running an RS Pro/Orion 7.5 combo. I'm running a 23-tooth pinion just about everywhere I go, and might get to 150 after 8 min. The Tekin will have a lot more punch than my motor down low, so you may go a tooth or 2 higher.