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Old 09-23-2011, 04:26 PM
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Default Which buggy is best, Losi, Xray, or Mugen

I am looking at buying a new and I am trying to find out what is the best and why. How does each handle in the smooth fast areas and in the rough areas.

I am looking at a Losi, Xray, or Mugen. Whats your opinion and why?
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Originally Posted by mdhyams
I am looking at buying a new and I am trying to find out what is the best and why. How does each handle in the smooth fast areas and in the rough areas.

I am looking at a Losi, Xray, or Mugen. Whats your opinion and why?
Nothing is "best" if thats the case only one car would win everything. Theres driving style. Basically the best car is the one most local fast guys use and local hobby shop supports parts.
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Nothing is "best" if thats the case only one car would win everything. Theres driving style. Basically the best car is the one most local fast guys use and local hobby shop supports parts.
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They all rock!!!! get one and have fun brotha!!
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the best out of those 3 buggies would be....THE ONE THAT FITS YOUR DRIVING STYLE!!! each one has it's good AND bad points...just gotta figure out a way to get your hands on each one and take it for a lap or 3...
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Originally Posted by mdhyams
I am looking at a Losi, Xray, or Mugen.
you forgot a few....
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you forgot a few....
These are the 3 that are supported around my area.

Whats some pros and cons of each?
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Originally Posted by mdhyams
These are the 3 that are supported around my area.

Whats some pros and cons of each?
Pros and cons to them all is mostly driver, and setup. Xray has best quality but shock travel isnt so most run kyosho or mbx shocks. Mugen is durable not much bad to say.... There all good.
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They are all great choices Its Not really a question of wich is better its more a question of wich suits your driving style better.
Do your home work and look right into every aspect to find out what will suit your needs best before laying down a weeks wages on your new RC.
also would be a good idea to go to the tracks you plan on racing and see what the fast guys are running and dont be scared to ask questions...
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If there are any pros at your local track I would go with what company they work for. That way later you can ask questions about setup and whatnot. It can make a difference.

Sure they all drive a bit different, but for the most part I think they all could be changed to fit your driving style with a little setup adjustment.
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Originally Posted by mdhyams
These are the 3 that are supported around my area.
Yeah that's why I got a Losi, shop had parts. But so far every part or accessory I have gone in looking for they have not had. So, good bye Losi.
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Basically:

Mugen = Stable, lots of traction, easy to drive, not so much steering

Losi = Nimble, lots of steering, can be a bit loose

Xray = Middle of Mugen and X-Ray
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I recently switched from AE to Losi and love my losi. I had all the worlds upgrades on my rc8, and I did like it but the losi just fits me and has made me a more consistent driver. I think my losi is easier to drive consistently, I dont think it is faster, but for me it was a good change. I have heard the mugen needs to be thrown around a little bit more, but thats just what i heard i never drove one. I know the serpent is a pretty good piece too, but parts may be the end factor.
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Hey, how about you forgo your next 3 rent or mortgage payments and buy all 3.0
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What type of track do you run on most of the time?
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