Kit or RTR?
#1
Kit or RTR?
I'm looking at getting a sc10. I'm wondering which would be better: the standard kit, FLYSKY radio($19.99) and a speed passion stock speck combo or the RTR version. I'm looking to race in stock class and as inexpensively as I can. I know I should get the Team kit but that might not be possiable now.
I figure the kit is the same but Radio and ESC combo?
Also would 30c 4/5000 lipo batteries be enough for this combination or would I need a higher c rating?
I guess I'm wondering if the Kit/FLYSKY/speed passion combination would be as good as the RTR brushless.
Thanks
Mark
I figure the kit is the same but Radio and ESC combo?
Also would 30c 4/5000 lipo batteries be enough for this combination or would I need a higher c rating?
I guess I'm wondering if the Kit/FLYSKY/speed passion combination would be as good as the RTR brushless.
Thanks
Mark
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I preffer a kit, so you can build and fully understand mechanics/maintanence of your platform. The RTR quality these days are very good though, reasonably priced and majority can be upgraded if needed. The electric combo mentioned isn't bad, but would recommend a 2S battery with a 35C or higher rating for stock class motors. If interested 'pm' Dlewis4 (RCTech username) for unbeatable prices through Premiere Hobbies!
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Check with your track to see if the AE RTR brushless motor is going to be legal. Most tracks it won't be.
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I prefer kits myself. Not only do i enjoy the build, but i like to see first hand what my parts look like and what to expect out of them.
There is also a rtr "brushed" kit out there.
Like stated i would also see if they allow the sc10 brushless motor in your stock class. That motor is pretty fast for an rtr. As far as quality those stock electronics are actually pretty good in my experience.
Personally i like grabbing the Team cars you get almost all the upgrades from the beginning, instead of spending 1.5-2 times later to upgrade, plus your time.
For the battery i would say a 5000mah 30C or higher is perfect. 4000's feel like a feather and these trucks like a little weight. Out of my 5000's i can easily run 2 heats and probly have plenty of juice left over to run another (i just dont lol). I have run bumps (B-A main) on the same pack. Thats about 16 minutes of main, and I used just over half of the charge. Or i can get an easy 25-30 minutes of practice out of one pack.
There is also a rtr "brushed" kit out there.
Like stated i would also see if they allow the sc10 brushless motor in your stock class. That motor is pretty fast for an rtr. As far as quality those stock electronics are actually pretty good in my experience.
Personally i like grabbing the Team cars you get almost all the upgrades from the beginning, instead of spending 1.5-2 times later to upgrade, plus your time.
For the battery i would say a 5000mah 30C or higher is perfect. 4000's feel like a feather and these trucks like a little weight. Out of my 5000's i can easily run 2 heats and probly have plenty of juice left over to run another (i just dont lol). I have run bumps (B-A main) on the same pack. Thats about 16 minutes of main, and I used just over half of the charge. Or i can get an easy 25-30 minutes of practice out of one pack.
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I've built kits before (back b4 RTR) so thats not an issue. I was wondering about the ESC and radio. I looked at the brushed rtr but if I'm going to spend the money I want to get a 2.4 radio. I guess I could put my OLD Magnum Jr. am radio to start an upgrade later. I was just thinking for $20 (http://www.hobbypartz.com/fs-gt2-24ghz-radio-black.html) I could get 2.4 and be done. Are the FLYSKY radios of equal quality to the rtr radios? or the $60.00 one from Hobby Partz (http://www.hobbypartz.com/fs-g3-24ghz-radio.html) better?
Thanks again for the help.
Mark
Thanks again for the help.
Mark
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[QUOTE=GizmoJunkie;8668574]Like stated i would also see if they allow the sc10 brushless motor in your stock class. [QUOTE=GizmoJunkie;8668574]
For 2010, ROAR, and now RC Pro-Series for 2011 clearly states that SC STOCK class can use max 7 cell NIMH or 2s Lipo. Motors can either brushed or brushless. For motors, there is a limit of turns allowed, which is different for both types. You won't be faster, as the number of turns for brushless is limited and probably the equivalent of it's brushed version conterpart. Simply because you have the brushless version of the AE SC10 doesn't mean you'd be in Open class.You wouldn't stand a chance with an unmodified RTR against guys heavily hopping up their machines! If you have an "older" RTR SCT, you could replace the brushed system with a brushless approved for Stoch Class. It's just more expenses but less maintenance and more durable. With the limitations, you won't be faster or in my case any better! lol.
You can find the rules for both ROAR and RC Pro-Series (which most Clubs go by) online.
Hope this helps.
For 2010, ROAR, and now RC Pro-Series for 2011 clearly states that SC STOCK class can use max 7 cell NIMH or 2s Lipo. Motors can either brushed or brushless. For motors, there is a limit of turns allowed, which is different for both types. You won't be faster, as the number of turns for brushless is limited and probably the equivalent of it's brushed version conterpart. Simply because you have the brushless version of the AE SC10 doesn't mean you'd be in Open class.You wouldn't stand a chance with an unmodified RTR against guys heavily hopping up their machines! If you have an "older" RTR SCT, you could replace the brushed system with a brushless approved for Stoch Class. It's just more expenses but less maintenance and more durable. With the limitations, you won't be faster or in my case any better! lol.
You can find the rules for both ROAR and RC Pro-Series (which most Clubs go by) online.
Hope this helps.