I'm using a speed v3 7.5 with a 82 spur and 20 pinion, I sometimes run a 81 if the track is dryed. Oem esc program with the timing set at 7. I get between 160 - 170 degrees. I run holeshots if its dry, step pins when it muddy or caliber's when it dusty. here's a couple of vids
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=po9xR...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vZbl...eature=related