I finally got a chance to run the AXI 2826/8 motor in this setup.
It outperforms the 2826/10 by alot. A pretty large increase in top speed. I don't notice any decrease in torque, but it does run cooler. I didn't expect cooler temps. I am going to contribute this to better air flow since the stator poles don't appear to be quite so "stuffed" as with the 10 turn motor.
The 8 turn spools up fast enough to put it on it's lid very quickly. Gotta kinda watch that itchy finger now.
Out of the two motors, the 8 turn is definately the way to go.