Which electric motor should i use for rc rock crawling?

Question

I have a tazor 12 turn, and i am getting into rock crawling, and i have a axail ax10 scorpion and i was wondering what turn motor i should use and what size gear i should use, should i use a 15 double turn, a 45, 55, or a 60? What type of spring should i use?

Answer 1

If you are not limited by rules and regs of competition, try changing the timing on whatever motor you choose.  Closing the timing will give you more torque.  As for gear ratios, go for the highest ratio possible to get more torque.

Answer 2

a 55 turn lathe motor is most commomly used in rock crawling, also a few companies are making crawl specific motors and esc combos,

google rc rock crawling or go to www.beatyourtruck.com and check out the forums, they have a whole section on rock crawling