Ok so I've narrowed it down to 4 cars. . . .
06-01-2004, 02:41 AM
#31
I think you need to give Hobby Direct another go. Whatever you do you will need to use him at some stage as he has the largest range of Radio Control Car products in New Zealand.
The Associated order is coming in the next few days. I run a TC3 my self and it is the best car I have ever driven.
Darren
The Associated order is coming in the next few days. I run a TC3 my self and it is the best car I have ever driven.
Darren
06-01-2004, 02:41 AM
#32
Originally posted by Simon K
*Waves* yeah it's me Pete
Darren, he's in Palmy.
1. The X-Ray is probably the best choice due to being very robust. probably a good thing til you get up to speed on how to drive a touring car.
2. The Losi wasn't too bad as far as breaking bits went. I think I only tore a few things off my G+ after quite major crashes racing modified, nothing just "broke" on it's own. The front bumper was quite adequate at protecting the car. The new owner of my old car uses a "Matt Francis" gear adapter to allow him to run spur gears small enough to compete in 540 stock. I'll be able to see how my new car compares to my old one soon hopefully(If I can get off my arse and fit my radio gear to it)
The kit tyres for the G+ are a "Pink dot" slick and are still sitting on my bench unused, along with the kit inserts they came with.
I only used the kit wheels to mount some Yokomo 138's/inserts on.
Depending on where you plan to use the car, the kit tyres(whichever car you choose)may or may not be suitable so you'll quite likely end up having to buy some.
*Waves* yeah it's me Pete
Darren, he's in Palmy.
1. The X-Ray is probably the best choice due to being very robust. probably a good thing til you get up to speed on how to drive a touring car.
2. The Losi wasn't too bad as far as breaking bits went. I think I only tore a few things off my G+ after quite major crashes racing modified, nothing just "broke" on it's own. The front bumper was quite adequate at protecting the car. The new owner of my old car uses a "Matt Francis" gear adapter to allow him to run spur gears small enough to compete in 540 stock. I'll be able to see how my new car compares to my old one soon hopefully(If I can get off my arse and fit my radio gear to it)
The kit tyres for the G+ are a "Pink dot" slick and are still sitting on my bench unused, along with the kit inserts they came with.
I only used the kit wheels to mount some Yokomo 138's/inserts on.
Depending on where you plan to use the car, the kit tyres(whichever car you choose)may or may not be suitable so you'll quite likely end up having to buy some.
And for strength (I don't argue in the slightest about the getting used to it part after all it has been 12 years) an Xray.
Tah.
06-01-2004, 02:44 AM
#33
Oh I don't doubt it.....
Originally posted by fatbear
I think you need to give Hobby Direct another go. Whatever you do you will need to use him at some stage as he has the largest range of Radio Control Car products in New Zealand.
The Associated order is coming in the next few days. I run a TC3 my self and it is the best car I have ever driven.
Darren
I think you need to give Hobby Direct another go. Whatever you do you will need to use him at some stage as he has the largest range of Radio Control Car products in New Zealand.
The Associated order is coming in the next few days. I run a TC3 my self and it is the best car I have ever driven.
Darren
06-01-2004, 03:21 AM
#35
There's no reason to buy two cars, unless you are going to race two of them. One kit for spares might be needed in a third world country but certainly not here.
One kit with a supply of parts like arms, springs, shock oils, hubs/carriers, Hingepins, Drivetrain parts, small fasteners etc would be normal which if bought here will be well under $1K and leave room for other goodies like tyres and shells.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
One kit with a supply of parts like arms, springs, shock oils, hubs/carriers, Hingepins, Drivetrain parts, small fasteners etc would be normal which if bought here will be well under $1K and leave room for other goodies like tyres and shells.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
06-01-2004, 03:22 AM
#36
Yeah I know but.....
Originally posted by fatbear
I think with the NZ/US exchange rate as good as it has been over the last 6 months you can pick up 2 new Losi's or Associated for alot less than that.
I think with the NZ/US exchange rate as good as it has been over the last 6 months you can pick up 2 new Losi's or Associated for alot less than that.
I'm talking Australian money and not having to pay postage or gst or import duty and getting the 8 tires included for less than the cost of two kits alone here.
06-01-2004, 03:26 AM
#37
Lets just say bad luck is a factor....
Originally posted by Simon K
There's no reason to buy two cars.
One car with a supply of parts(generally arms, hubs, Hingepins, small fasteners etc) which if bought here will be well under $1K.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
There's no reason to buy two cars.
One car with a supply of parts(generally arms, hubs, Hingepins, small fasteners etc) which if bought here will be well under $1K.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
but the important factor is I don't KNOW what parts to get not having raced onroad before and if i don't have the part at hand I'm sure the volunteers offering whatever part it is i need wont exactly be beating a path to my door and if they do they will want paying for it. :P
06-01-2004, 03:39 AM
#38
Oops missed some of that post.....
Originally posted by Simon K
There's no reason to buy two cars, unless you are going to race two of them. One kit for spares might be needed in a third world country but certainly not here.
One kit with a supply of parts like arms, springs, shock oils, hubs/carriers, Hingepins, Drivetrain parts, small fasteners etc would be normal which if bought here will be well under $1K and leave room for other goodies like tyres and shells.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
There's no reason to buy two cars, unless you are going to race two of them. One kit for spares might be needed in a third world country but certainly not here.
One kit with a supply of parts like arms, springs, shock oils, hubs/carriers, Hingepins, Drivetrain parts, small fasteners etc would be normal which if bought here will be well under $1K and leave room for other goodies like tyres and shells.
Personally I'd be rethinking your plan but thats just me.
Last edited by Mabuchi540; 06-01-2004 at 03:45 AM.
06-01-2004, 03:45 AM
#39
It's your money but I think you're wasting it if you got two kits.
Buy the X Ray car, it's less likely to break and as you said, you can only afford one of them. Just buy some belts, body posts, arms/hub carriers, a bodyshell and possibly some replacement tyres.
If you're thinking about racing in Welly, Take off CS27's are good in stock.
06-01-2004, 03:52 AM
#40
Originally posted by Simon K
It's your money but I think you're wasting it if you got two kits.
It's your money but I think you're wasting it if you got two kits.
As for welly I might be coming to have a look this weekend if the palmy guys come down.
06-01-2004, 04:41 AM
#41
Tech Addict
Re: Ok so I've narrowed it down to 4 cars. . . .
Originally posted by Mabuchi540
The list is Schumacer MI2, Losi xxx-s, Xray Factory (the only one I can't afford two of) and TA04 TRF cars.
The list is Schumacer MI2, Losi xxx-s, Xray Factory (the only one I can't afford two of) and TA04 TRF cars.
Buy whatever you want. They're all good cars. It really depends on the driver, that is you, who'll be the best for you.
06-01-2004, 06:12 AM
#42
Mabuchi540 - I agree with Simon K, if you buy two kits you'll be left with spare parts that you'll never break. Buying one kit and spares is going to be way cheaper then dropping the cash for two kits. Remember the spare kit will only have a max of 2-4 spare parts(each) and it would probabely be cheaper to buy one kits and spares of the things that break. Buying two kits would be a waist of money imo.
06-01-2004, 06:19 AM
#43
Originally posted by fatdoggy
Mabuchi540 - I agree with Simon K, if you buy two kits you'll be left with spare parts that you'll never break. Buying one kit and spares is going to be way cheaper then dropping the cash for two kits. Remember the spare kit will only have a max of 2-4 spare parts(each) and it would probabely be cheaper to buy one kits and spares of the things that break. Buying two kits would be a waist of money imo.
Mabuchi540 - I agree with Simon K, if you buy two kits you'll be left with spare parts that you'll never break. Buying one kit and spares is going to be way cheaper then dropping the cash for two kits. Remember the spare kit will only have a max of 2-4 spare parts(each) and it would probabely be cheaper to buy one kits and spares of the things that break. Buying two kits would be a waist of money imo.
06-01-2004, 06:33 AM
#44
It depends on the car, if you post in the losi, tc3, schumacher and xray threads you will have your answer. 
In other words, I have no idea, I drive a pivot ball car.
In other words, I have no idea, I drive a pivot ball car.
06-01-2004, 06:57 AM
#45
Have to agree that buying 2 cars is overkill. Buy your kit, with c-hubs, a-arms, some body posts, various springs, maybe a set of CVD's (if your kit comes with them) and some body posts. With a 540 and 1500's, you're not going to be hitting things THAT hard.
As well, pick up a few extra 540's - you stand a better chance of getting a good one that way.
Rob
As well, pick up a few extra 540's - you stand a better chance of getting a good one that way.
Rob
