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Old 04-02-2019, 07:58 AM
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Is the SB401-R in stock anywhere? I want to start running on carpet and this kit looks like a winner.
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Old 04-02-2019, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by FloridaST
Is the SB401-R in stock anywhere? I want to start running on carpet and this kit looks like a winner.
The game changer is gonna happen when Nemo Racing steps up to the plate... just in case you might have not heard of Nemo yet, they are currently sponsoring Ryan Lutz (Agama)... not clear if Lutz will join Drake as a team driver with PR, but there is speculation that might happen after ROAR Nitro Nats. IMO, Nemo is kind of the next OFNA just to help give some perspective, but not really sure if OFNA ever sponsored any World's Top 25 drivers either... shrug

Anyway, since Nemo is the exclusive USA distributor for Agama and there are tons of Agama parts available across major retailers like AMain, etc... one can only expect the same level of distribution for PR as well.

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Old 04-02-2019, 12:54 PM
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Is Adam Drake for sure still with PR Racing? The only info that is saw with him being with PR Racing was from 2017 and I recently saw a picture of him in the winner's circle with a Mugen Seiki shirt on.

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Originally Posted by Bri
Is Adam Drake for sure still with PR Racing? The only info that is saw with him being with PR Racing was from 2017 and I recently saw a picture of him in the winner's circle with a Mugen Seiki shirt on.

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He posted a video on YouTube 1 month ago running the SB401 type r, so I would say he is still with PR Racing - for electric.
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Originally Posted by billdelong
The game changer is gonna happen when Nemo Racing steps up to the plate... just in case you might have not heard of Nemo yet, they are currently sponsoring Ryan Lutz (Agama)... not clear if Lutz will join Drake as a team driver with PR, but there is speculation that might happen after ROAR Nitro Nats. IMO, Nemo is kind of the next OFNA just to help give some perspective, but not really sure if OFNA ever sponsored any World's Top 25 drivers either... shrug

Anyway, since Nemo is the exclusive USA distributor for Agama and there are tons of Agama parts available across major retailers like AMain, etc... one can only expect the same level of distribution for PR as well.

https://www.liverc.com/news/special_...anaan_Yingling

Thanks for the news, big things to come it seems. I was hoping to get my hands on one before Easter, my local track is starting up a new carpet offroad program and I really want to run this car. I suppose I can get a different brand but this one's speakin' to me.
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Old 04-03-2019, 05:28 AM
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Originally Posted by FloridaST
Thanks for the news, big things to come it seems. I was hoping to get my hands on one before Easter, my local track is starting up a new carpet offroad program and I really want to run this car. I suppose I can get a different brand but this one's speakin' to me.
I wanted to get one in January but had to wait about 6 weeks for them to come back in stock, I can't speak for anyone else but it was definitely worth the wait for me!
I have always thought that the car didn't make much of a difference, I spent 16+ months on my setup for my TEKNO EB410 and I was very proud of how well that car handled, I was generally in the mix to get a top 5 spot on the podium at our club but now I'm lapping drivers with my 401R that I used to be fighting position with... no joke the 401R is legit!
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Originally Posted by billdelong
I wanted to get one in January but had to wait about 6 weeks for them to come back in stock, I can't speak for anyone else but it was definitely worth the wait for me!
I have always thought that the car didn't make much of a difference, I spent 16+ months on my setup for my TEKNO EB410 and I was very proud of how well that car handled, I was generally in the mix to get a top 5 spot on the podium at our club but now I'm lapping drivers with my 401R that I used to be fighting position with... no joke the 401R is legit!
nice, now I teally want one but it's looking like early May until more stock is available.

How is the 401 LW as an alternate option?
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Originally Posted by FloridaST
nice, now I teally want one but it's looking like early May until more stock is available.

How is the 401 LW as an alternate option?
I just built a 401LW for dirt oval racing (only 2 race days on it), I have not raced it on the turf track, but I can tell you that my lap times with the 401LW are right on par with my lap times with the EB410 ran as an oval racer, my PR fast lap is within 0.087 seconds between each of the 2 cars. If you're hard set to get a buggy "today" then I think the 401LW will probably be a wash with performance of the EB410 in terms of corner speed which is what dirt oval is all about. What I can tell you is that the 401LW shares very few parts with the 401R where they have completely re-engineered the 401R with totally different geometry. Having spent a couple race days with my 401R, I have decided to get another 401R to replace my 401LW oval setup.
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Originally Posted by billdelong
I just built a 401LW for dirt oval racing (only 2 race days on it), I have not raced it on the turf track, but I can tell you that my lap times with the 401LW are right on par with my lap times with the EB410 ran as an oval racer, my PR fast lap is within 0.087 seconds between each of the 2 cars. If you're hard set to get a buggy "today" then I think the 401LW will probably be a wash with performance of the EB410 in terms of corner speed which is what dirt oval is all about. What I can tell you is that the 401LW shares very few parts with the 401R where they have completely re-engineered the 401R with totally different geometry. Having spent a couple race days with my 401R, I have decided to get another 401R to replace my 401LW oval setup.
Good deal... I'm going to hold out for the 401R but I did send someone to this thread as they were looking specifically for a pre-owned LW.
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Originally Posted by FloridaST
Good deal... I'm going to hold out for the 401R but I did send someone to this thread as they were looking specifically for a pre-owned LW.
Thanks for the bump, I was contacted yesterday and sold it to a guy in SC (possibly the same guy perhaps)... I have placed a pre-order for another 401R to replace it... makes me feel better having a full chassis for spares
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Originally Posted by billdelong
Thanks for the bump, I was contacted yesterday and sold it to a guy in SC (possibly the same guy perhaps)... I have placed a pre-order for another 401R to replace it... makes me feel better having a full chassis for spares
Sweet, I hope I was the one to help you out. Either way, looks like it worked out.
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Old 04-08-2019, 09:09 PM
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When it comes to stores once Nemo is up and running alot of the stock issues should disappear. And will give 3 stores to go to directly. The plan is once Nemo is ready to hopefully start supplying tracks and hobby shops that can support it. Which will give even more opportunities. But I can see why people are hesitant but I promise the vehicles are completely worth it. And with how well they are built your wallet will thank you in the long run lol.
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Old 04-17-2019, 06:41 AM
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Carbon fiber wing braces are in the process of being made for the 401R, 401RT, and 2wd v3.. will get more life out of your wings and wing mounts.

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Old 05-02-2019, 09:37 AM
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For anyone looking for the 401R they are back in stock at thercproshop.com/shop
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SB401 running 13.5 trackstar motor and Tekin RS in blocky mode. Car has 77tooth spur. Recommendations on a pinion to start with? On a bigger carpet track with high traction.

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