First test drive--WOW...punch control level?

Almost done, I went out for a test ride today...I can't believe I ever doubted the power of these little RC motors--they need a bit of momentum to get going, but holy frock, the speed, and power up hills--its unbelievable. I followed all the info and advice from you guys and my 8S dual MTB runs perfectly. After a couple adjustments to the ESC's punch control and braking. I think I need to redesign the throttle trigger longer and with stronger spring for more control. After some final adjustments I will post my build--I think it will be interesting because I didn't go "out-of-the-box" and went with some cheaper but thoroughly researched components.

Q: What do you guys set your punch control at?

I made my own motor mount out of a flat 1/4" plate of aluminum bolted to the bottom of my trucks. These things were very handy:
Aluminum Mounting Bracket For 57mm NEMA23 Stepper Motor


The holes on the side WITHOUT the large central hole lined up perfectly with the mount screw holes on my Tacon Bigfoot 160 motors--all I did was drill a hole for the driveshaft to go through

Mind posting a pic of your motor mounts bolted to the trucks?

Well done. I told you it's easy.

I use the lowest punch setting on my ezruns. Play with the setting to see which feels the best.

learn how to put most of your weight on the front leg

yes, it's all about balance. (edit: and having big balls!)