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Originally Posted by Si Coe
I'm also definitely quicker running a boosted 10.5 than I was with 5.5's and 6.5s both in 2wd and 4wd. Mines boosted so hard that on the straights you can't tell it isn't a 6.5 unless its a long straight, but its a lot smoother on the infield.
Running a faster wind with the EPA reduced isn't quite the same as a less powerful wind, though you can do a lot with software settings. A less powerful motor is undoubtedly the better option if you have the chance, but if money is tight I can see why you'd want to try EPA first. In a 2wd I think you'll find the power band all wrong, though you can adjust that on the TX as well.
Put it this way - if it was all down to EPA why don't we all run 2.5T's and adjust the EPA so its driveable......
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This is very true Si but the motor he has already got does not have much torque and there is not just the epa that can be reduced on the tranny you can also reduce your throttle curve which again take away the punch of the motor as batterys if your a beginner you will not use the full amount out of your cells in a race these days as they are all rated quite high. As for me I have never boosted a 10.5t motor as I would rather have more power when needed than less because when you get better you will end up putting the bigger motor back in anyway