new style hacker 32cell

[highflier]

I got a question....
I have the 7018 controller. I want to brushless my e-maxx. Could I get away with using it.

Currently I would like to get maybe a 10-20% speed boost from stock. and also gain run time if I use use similar performance. At the start I would like to just continue to use my current packs. 6 cell 3300's thus it would have to be a 12 cell system. Later I would like to change the pinion's and move up in voltage, At that time I may need a new ESC but would like to re-use the motor.

I guess what I am wondering. Would a 7XL be a step up from stock with 12 cells and would it be able to run on a 7018 controller. If so what gearing would be recommended for this truck. To make this more interesting I use oversize tires. (Hot bodies) Thus I am sure I will need a smaller pinion. Currently I have the stock 18 tooth, 16 tooth, and 14 tooth pinions in my parts box.

Highflier

PS.
I also have a huge hacker, But I am sure the KV is so low that I would need many momre cells to make it work well. So for the moment I am not planing on using that motor. (b50 15XL) I think, so mnay things laying around I forget without checking back to old info.