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10-05-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 59,421
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Absolutely spot on! And that spare parts support...

Absolutely spot on! And that spare parts support lets you transform your vehicle on a whim.

I bought a 2wd Slash because with a few parts I can turn it into a Rustler, Bandit, Stampede. I...
06-08-2017, 09:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 961
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Absolutely no way would I hand over the controls...

Absolutely no way would I hand over the controls of an 8-12 lb 60mph capable RC to a 5 year old.

Something like an ECX Amp MT or ARRMA Granite brushed would be far more appropriate and safer.
05-29-2017, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 889
Posted By JimmytheHeater

The Amp DB and the ARRMA Raider Mega are the two...

The Amp DB and the ARRMA Raider Mega are the two lowest cost 1/10th 2wd buggies that I know of.

Each one has its pros and cons to me.

The ECX has an all in one receiver and ESC unit which makes...
12-07-2014, 10:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,015
Posted By JimmytheHeater

I think more information is needed to really...

I think more information is needed to really answer your question. You say that both of those are not your ideal truck, but you don't say why. What makes them not ideal for you?
You also say that...
12-07-2014, 10:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,804
Posted By JimmytheHeater

PetRock speaks the truth. Both are good, with...

PetRock speaks the truth. Both are good, with the slight edge for the ECX for the reasons mentioned.
12-07-2014, 10:04 PM
Replies: 592
Views: 175,272
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Never thought I would see a Kyosho part that was...

Never thought I would see a Kyosho part that was cheaper than an associated
12-07-2014, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1,146
Views: 115,367
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Yes racing an older model can be done, they are...

Yes racing an older model can be done, they are still competitive. But they do get a little hard to find parts for.

Take for example the Losi XXX which was replaced in 2010 or early 2011 IIRC. ...
12-04-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Senseless motor...:lol::lol:

Senseless motor...:lol::lol:
11-30-2014, 02:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,151
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Dang...a Javelin in good condition will be worth...

Dang...a Javelin in good condition will be worth a LOT of money if you ever decide to sell it. Have seen some like new ones go for close to $1k, even more if it's NIB.
11-19-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

I apologize for the off topic discussion... ...

I apologize for the off topic discussion...

The Vandal has drive shafts that like to loose their pins, diffs are a lil weak, spur gear is vulnerable due to a clearance hole in the chassis and Mod...
11-18-2014, 09:49 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Thank you PetRock for that great post. Lots of...

Thank you PetRock for that great post. Lots of info and the time you took to put that together is appreciated!
11-17-2014, 03:37 PM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Well I think it is still too early to tell on the...

Well I think it is still too early to tell on the 222. The first buyers have only had it a week. The Vandal has known issues, but is still a decent buggy, not great but decent.

Is there a reason...
11-16-2014, 10:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,443
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Well in my opinion box stock the Granite is a...

Well in my opinion box stock the Granite is a little bit better of a truck. However with the Traxxas's vast aftermarket, any shortcomings that it has (castor blocks) can be taken care of easily.
...
11-13-2014, 12:28 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

He did say 12mm hex on the vid, if the offset...

He did say 12mm hex on the vid, if the offset matches correctly remains to be seen. I might be wrong but those front wheels look a tad wider than most 2wd buggies.
11-12-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Just found an unboxing vid. Nothing earth...

Just found an unboxing vid. Nothing earth shattering but it does give a non-hobbyking look at the car.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCZFkPshuf0&list=UUMEZFwfDZ0f4rWo1Sapa64Q
11-11-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Yes! Heck you could even take pictures and make...

Yes! Heck you could even take pictures and make an assembly manual as well. Oh and another thing, if you disassemble a RTR you could unbind the radio as well to give the rebinding process pleasure...
11-10-2014, 12:24 PM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Ok I did see one very strange thing that I don't...

Ok I did see one very strange thing that I don't like on this. A mixture of allen and philips head screws....UGH.

Also the jury is out on the front hinge pin brace...Plastic?
11-09-2014, 11:07 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

There is a LOT of truth in this post.

There is a LOT of truth in this post.
11-08-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

I can understand not wanting the prepainted...

I can understand not wanting the prepainted shell, but I'm sure with some creative trimming any number of other buggy bodies will fit.

Whats wrong with the solid A-Arms though? My old Schumacher...
11-06-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 624
Views: 221,465
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Very glad they are not doing a direct copy of...

Very glad they are not doing a direct copy of another kit. Curious to see that transmission as well.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/catalog/42977_1_m.jpg
11-04-2014, 08:39 PM
Replies: 568
Views: 108,201
Posted By JimmytheHeater

I see where the B44 body will fit, any other...

I see where the B44 body will fit, any other NON-Cab forward bodies out there work? I'm old school and prefer the rear cab look.
11-03-2014, 10:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,089
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Also keep in mind that many if not all of the .2...

Also keep in mind that many if not all of the .2 changes can be applied to the .1 or .0 versions. Yes you'll loose a bit of $$ by replacing the older parts but in the grand scheme of RC racing it's...
11-03-2014, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 932
Posted By JimmytheHeater

In my opinion you are really limiting yourself if...

In my opinion you are really limiting yourself if you only want a kit instead of a RTR. When I reentered the hobby several years ago, I too had fond memories of building my Kyosho Optima piece by...
01-08-2014, 04:45 PM
Replies: 592
Views: 175,272
Posted By JimmytheHeater

I am beyond excited for this. I have the...

I am beyond excited for this. I have the original version of this waiting for a rebuild and now I won't have to worry about a parts supply for the near future. I would love to see my first race car...
01-08-2014, 04:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 899
Posted By JimmytheHeater

Jang did a conversion of a Slash as well with...

Jang did a conversion of a Slash as well with project Chimera. He preferred the shorter Stampede chassis because of less high centering when used as a trail truck.

Yes Traxxas is a good starting...
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