Futaba 3PKS?
 

thinking of a new radio, what is everyones take on the futaba 3pks? i remember reading that the receivers were over heating, is that the 4pks or this one?

heres the link: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSNN9&P=ML

thanks in advance

I've got a 3PKS, and have no over-heating issues, but i'm on FM.
Great radio's. They do everything you will ever need them to do.

They only over heat when you run direct Lipo. That being said, if you run electric you will be fine.

For that price, i would sell you my 3pks with the fasst system and 3 receivers, plus save you a hundred bucks.

so if i run it with a Life pack or NiMh pack then i will be safe? im not a fan of LiPo anyways, i cant run it anyways, i dont have high voltage servos.

Yes you would be perfectly fine. I am serious. I will sell you my 3pks with fasst system 3 receivers and a speedmind bag for 260 shipped to you.

is there any reason why your selling it? i cant get another radio i have to ship off to get fixed...

I just bought a KO Propo Eurus. I have wanted to try one since June, so i bought it last week. I have no need for this radio to sit here and collect dust.

let me think about it for tonight and ill let you know... i have to see how money is, im trying to sell my radio and thinking of selling my buggy

Still thinking?

seriously, why would you pass up on a deal like that. the transmitter by itself is 279.99. add FASST module with receiver for another 159.99. add two 603fs for 89.99 ea = 179.98. speedmind bag for $40.... thats over $500 for 260 shipped. ..................... you're crazy to pass that up. only problem i see is you wont have that fresh plastic smell.

ive decided to buy new, ive been screwed with used electronics before (not saying you are/will) but bad pasts... its a great deal no doubt but i can get it for not much more due to sponsorship. but thanks very much for the offer.

No problem. It's a great radio and you will love it.

Many people have reported FAAST receiver over heating issues, no matter if the transmitter was a 3PK or 4PK. Mainly reported with 1/8th nitro. Not limited to lipo receiver packs. Also happens with 5 cell NIMH.

I had a 4th receiver have a thermal issue, but i wasnt listing it as for sale. That sucks that it happens with NIMH packs too.