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Originally Posted by Sharkey_t
(Post 11285308)
i know i know, i should search for this. i did, and didnt find what i was after.
here is what i have -hpi savage, with reverse -4 stroke nitro tc3 (nothing special needed here) -tamiya drifter (again, noithing special) -serpent vector 1/8 scale -axial based crawler, rear steer and dig unit (currently running off a dx6i) -fg 1/5 scale onroad, 2 servos for throttle/brake and front brake |
Originally Posted by rnelias
(Post 11626864)
Sometime ago I was willing to change my chinese HK-310 for a more decent radio. At that time, Traxxas was releasing TQi and I thought: why not give it a try?! It's pretty cheap compared to other radios (and I deny to pay so much for a piece of plastic that do not have rocket science on it). TQi does all the telemetry stuff using the iOS interface (which I really think was a good idea) and, the best part, the receivers are really CHEAP. With all that in mind, I pulled the trigger and bought a TQi.
After a honeymoon with the radio (and I really guess it's enough for 80% of us), I've got a requirement that the radio could not fulfill. Channels mix :(. Yes, this radio can't do customized channels mixing. Even my chinese HK-310 could do it but the fancy Traxxas radio could not. My intention was use mechanical breaks in an eBuggy. For this purpose, channels 2 and 3 must be mixed. Well, now I'm switching to DX3S (after considering MT4). You can find DX3S for about 130 usd new on eBay's auctions. They part out radios from Losi's kits and put on auctions. Bought mine yesterday by 131.25 bucks shipped. From what I've could search, there're some RX options for this radio starting from the pricey genuines SR3300T to the chinese clones sold by Hobbyking (Orange GR300 for 9.99 usd ea with no telemetry). Now, let's see how long my honeymoon will last... . BTW, I've started a thread to talk about this TQi's limitation here http://www.rctech.net/forum/radio-el...ant-mixed.html |
Originally Posted by Advantage R/C
(Post 11627189)
I hate anything Traxxas they are over priced, junky cars, and junky equipment.
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I have used Airtronics, Ko Propo, Futaba and even Hitec radios in the last 10 years. The only brand that I never had a single complaint about was Airtronics. There are at least ten different guys at my track using the MT-4. Every single one of them is in love with that radio. I don't like the feel of a small radio, so I use the M11X, but for the options that you want, and the radios that you are considering, I don't think that you could make a better decision than Airtronics
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Just as a FYI Airtronics is also known as Sanwa in other parts of the world.
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Originally Posted by Arigato
(Post 11627180)
You have a 4 stroke nitro car? You really do have something special!
as far as the radio goes, i settled on the airtronics mt4. i decided it had what i needed and the reviews were fantastic. im still waiting for it though, i purchased it on ebay through a very reputable seller, and its currently lost in shipping. normally i wouldnt do that with an item this expensive, however the seller is basicly an ebay hobby shop with over 116,000 feedback, and the deal was just far too good to pass up (radio, receiver and telemetry sensors, along with a 2nd free telemetry receiver for $250). live and learn i guess, at least the seller is cooperating and trying to track the package down. |
The parts must be tiny! Airtronics are solid.
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at least through ebay you are covered by paypal, so if it doesnt show up you can make a claim and not lose money. he will just have to go through insurance.
A good choice for sure on the mt4 and a steal. the telemetry isn't really that useful but for slower cars like your crawler, you could get the fhss2 mx sport receivers which are a good amount cheaper than the fhss3/4 options. 4 stoke nitro is indeed cool. if i could afford it, id like to get my hands on a os wankel for a car project sometime. but leaning toward just making a weedeater powered rally car. cheaper. |
the guy is being good about the issue, basicly said if its not found by the post office by the end of next week he will ship another one out or give me a refund.
i wanted telemetry mainly for the 4 stroke, its picky on temps and id really like to know peak rpm so i can quantify the charged im making. it can be hard to tell if what im doing is working or not when dealing with a light 1/10 scale car. its a .40 4 stroke (designed to replace a .21 in a buggy or truck), its got close to double the low end torque a .21 does. along with the 2 receivers coming with my radio i also purchased a 92524 fhss2, and got a 92744 for christmas. planning on telemetry in my 4 stroke for sure, the 92744 fhss3 in my 5th scale, the fhss2 is going in my drift car. im unsure on what will get the other telemetry receiver, and ill have to pick up another 4 channel for my crawler. |
Originally Posted by rnelias
(Post 11628476)
Traxxas is a midterm lying between toys and true rc models...
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Originally Posted by Devigili22
(Post 11630983)
Hah, what are you talking about? Traxxas has it's place in the business just like every other company. Just because it isn't on a racetrack doesn't mean they don't make "true rc models".
I recognize the Traxxas importance. They make affordable RTR models an allows more people to get in contact with the hobby. It was my case! But their products are not the best RTR solution for racing and you always think that is lacking something. Similar with my TQi's case and similar with my short courses. They're not RTR Slashs. I had to change a bunch of stuffs to make them good cars for racing. These arguments explains why I think Traxxas is a midterm. And they know exactly what they are and it's not something to deny. In fact, they have a huge market to explore ;) Anyway, you must be right and "true models" don't need to be good racers... but should be, at least, reliable and not lack basic stuff such as channel mixing... |
Originally Posted by rnelias
(Post 11631001)
I had to change a bunch of stuffs to make them good cars for racing. These arguments explains why I think Traxxas is a midterm.
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used m11x -> you'll keep it, it's better than a MT4 for the same price. I compared radios extensively and ended with two slightly used M11X. Sooo happy with them, I can't believe I was running Spektrum before :confused:
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Originally Posted by Pulse_
(Post 11631487)
used m11x -> you'll keep it, it's better than a MT4 for the same price. I compared radios extensively and ended with two slightly used M11X. Sooo happy with them, I can't believe I was running Spektrum before :confused:
I have considered MT4 but the radio itself is more expensive than DX3S and Spektrum has a bunch of receiver clones for just 8 bucks each. For me, they must be enough (3 channels mixable)... M11X seems to be bulky and I'd take one in my hands before getting it... I like the smaller radios... |
Originally Posted by Devigili22
(Post 11631255)
:weird: But you are talking about racing which is not the whole of RC. You just proved what I said. You could get away with saying "Traxxas makes middle range racing models", but you can't get away saying they are a "midterm" in RC in general.
Maybe an improper word... which is understandable coming from someone that has portuguese as native language (I'm brazilian ;)) |
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