Current torque of what engine?my math tells me that is a final ratio of 16.8:1. is that about right? if so, that should be plenty of climb and a good top speed. I will have no trouble with that setup at all. little more expensive than the preddy install, but more of a kit type deal, not going much faster than I am now, and that gear ratio quadruples my current torque.
The lil HS don't make much torque at all. They get their limited power from rpms.
This motor won't give you climb power and high cruising speed both, with one gear ratrio.