RC8 Brushless Discussion

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With the variety of guys out there with RC8s, I thought it may be useful to have all the info in one place on what they are finding works, what doesn't, etc.

Right now I am looking to move to an RC8 from an MBX5.

My ESC and motor setup will be a modded mamba max and a 1512 2.5D motor.

I am deciding between an RC Product Designs motor mount, or the RC Monster motor mount. As I have been told, the RC Product Designs motor mount can take more pinion options in the lower range (down to 12T), but with the 1512 2.5D motor, I don't think its a concern I believe.

What gearing ranges do you guys recommend to have for this motor? I was thinking 16T to 18T.

Also, if I went with the 44T spur gear, how would this affect your recommendation on pinion sizes versus the 46T one?

Also, anyone got example information they put into this calculator for an RC8?

http://www.scriptasylum.com/rc_speed/index.html

Thoughts on this anyone?