Which 5.5?
 

I need a new 5.5 for my 4wd(bmax). Was thinking of either a speed passion v2.0 or maybe a Novak ballistic. Does anyone have experience or opinions on these or could reccomend a viable alternative? I'm after something relatively smooth on delivery but with good top speed. I've been using a 7.5 X12, but with this car I could use more power. Thanks for any help you can give. These things aren't cheap so any info or advice is gratefully received. :D

I'm not really qualified to give advice as I've only been using brushless for a coupe of months, but here goes anyway! I use Xcelorin motors simply because they are less than £50. They're sintered, have no holes in the cases for the dirt to get in through and mine have so far performed very well along side other peoples motors.

If you look at the specs they tend to have slightly lower rpm's than the more expensive brands wind for wind, so bear that in mind and compare them. You can always go one wind lower anyway.

If you're on a budget then I'd highly recommend one.

i currently use a nosram 5.5 with the 13mm sintered arm. at EPR the other day for the regional i could barely keep the front wheels of the Cat on the floor down the straight! I had a very large grin!