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_paralyzed_ · 04.16.2009, 03:08 PM

what the novak guide was really telling you is not to gear for too high of a speed. 1/8 scale cars rarely need to be geared for more than 40mph. Use BrianG's speed calculator to match your kv, gearing and tire size to your vehicle and desired top speed.

speed calc: http://rc-monster.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2259

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_paralyzed_ working on a brushless for my wheelchair..... Offline Posts: 4,890 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: minnesnowta	04.16.2009, 03:08 PM what the novak guide was really telling you is not to gear for too high of a speed. 1/8 scale cars rarely need to be geared for more than 40mph. Use BrianG's speed calculator to match your kv, gearing and tire size to your vehicle and desired top speed. speed calc: http://rc-monster.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2259 _______________________________________ It's "Dr. _paralyzed_" actually. Not like with a PhD, but Doctor like in Dr. Pepper.