[lincpimp]

Boats with a gear box setup like the villian can use a smaller higher kv motor, as they have the gear reduction to make up for the loss of torque. A direct drive setup benefits from a larger motor that can make more torque. Final gearing is dtermined by prop size/pitch. I would think that a pair of sidewinder 4600kv sytems on 3s lipo each would be a good setup for the villian. Not sure about what prop to suggest, but the stock ones would be a decent starting point.