25.5 VTA Gearing

[Eric]

Hey guys, I am starting the process of converting a hpi sprint2 drift car into a 25.5 VTA car. What are you guys typically running for final drive ratios on our track layouts? I know the gearing I have now is way off from what it needs to be. I am sitting around a 6-ish FDR right now with the drift setup. The google is telling me I should be closer to 4.

Thanks!

[NickLavato]

4 is correct! Or close to it.

[Eric]

Thanks Nick. I am going to start at 4 and will adjust slightly if needed.

[NickLavato]

Sounds good. If you have any other questions feel free to ask here or track me down on a race night.

[Rocky]

Agreed 4.0 is a good place to start. After a lot of playing both higher and lower this year I'm back to 4.0 and running better.

[NickLavato]

Ive found until you can consistantly cut laps, the gearing isnt really important. The .10th you gain by being on point with gearing is long lost if you spend 4 laps on your roof

[Eric]

Haha, makes sense. I am sure I will be crashing a bit my first time out. I plan to have the car out for its first run this thurs.