Savage Flux Fixed . . . Finally

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My GT tires are the same diameter (obviously) as my GT2 but around 70gm heavier each. With GT2 and 52\11 center diff gearing motor temps max at about 57c, with GT tires and 52\10 gearing I see temps 70c+. I'm starting to suspect though that the Tekin truggy motors aren't that well suited to something the weight of monster truck with relatively heavy tires.

My next build I'll be trying a 1518, hopefully that will allow for more options in the tire department

The GT tires are great mounted on inner bead of half-ups. Very little side roll and great traction.

Originally Posted by thzero

You would need to regear slightly for the size yes, the weight, not really. Yes they weight a bit more, but we have tons more torque that we need.

Haven't had any issues on the RC8T drivetrain. :) Then again, drivetrain wasn't my issues with running Baja 5B tires, which are heavier still, on a 5th scale Savage either.

I don't like any of the HPI tires for the Savage; they roll way too much because of weak sidewalls. Not that the ProLines are that much better, but I've had good luck with Badlands and I do like these Trenchers. The nitro Savage runs Big Joes, more for looks than anything.