paddle tire stress?

[warrior550]

I was thinking about getting some paddles for my T so I can play in the sand. If the paddles get supperior traction compared to regular off-road tires, will this add stain and stress to the stock drivetrain? Just wondering if any of you use paddles and what kind of durability issues do you have. What upgrades should I do to the drivetrain to curb any problems before they start?
Thanks!

 

[El Pirata]

Yes, the more traction the more stress on the drive train. If you are still using the stock cvd's I would suggest upgrading to metal cvd's or start buying several stock cvd ready to replace the ones you are going to break.

 

[FastEddy]

In theory, yes.
The advice above is good.
If you think about it, the sand you are running on gives way under the tires and lets them spin thus reducing the stress on the drive-train parts. Then again, braking traction is stressful on the parts as well. So much for my theory.

Case and point; Driving a Maxx is stressful on the parts. :ahh:

 

[SkyMaxx]

If you use the paddles in there designed for terrain, the stress to the drive train should be minimal. Paddles are designed for loose soil (ie dry sand) or extremely wet soil (ie very wet mud). If you use it on normal ground, blacktop, pavement, or any other hard terrain, you will not get the performance you desire and you could very well put extra strain on the drive train.