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I'm looking for the best combination of gears to really get some good low end punch for a technical track, but some good top speed in the straightaway as well... I have the 13,14,15 clutch bells, and 44,46t for spurs....The buggy is an Xray XB8 with Vspec motor
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13/48 is what you need.
I like the 48 better than a 46. You'll get a lot more useful gearing options with a 48. Anything above 13/46 is just too high unless the track is huge.
I like the 48 better than a 46. You'll get a lot more useful gearing options with a 48. Anything above 13/46 is just too high unless the track is huge.
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Using the stock kit spur and clutch bell is the best setup for the track you describe, the trick here is to turn the clutch shoes around for a more positive bite when you hit the gas.
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Also play around with different length headers.
Also play around with different length headers.
Even tyres make a huge difference on acceleration.
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A short header and top end pipe with a super low gearing can be better than a low end pipe with a long header and high gearing for a short track.
The reason? When you move the power band up in rpm the useful rpm range usually also gets a bit wider.
The reason? When you move the power band up in rpm the useful rpm range usually also gets a bit wider.



