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Old 06-03-2013 | 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Bob Malphurs
I never understood the purpose of cloning a PT. When AMB came out with the PT's theory was one unique number that no one else in the world has. Not to mention how this has helped the race program. Even if you sold that transponder the person that bought it still had a unique number. But since the "clones" hit the market I've read many posts of racers saying they get couple of clones then sell the original or sell the clones, etc. Chances are those who buy a used transponder are unaware they have a PT that is not unique!

At least a clone from MyLaps will have the 8th digit that will make it unique!

Sure MyLaps PT's cost a little more. But what in RC racing isn't over priced? Don't know how many times I've heard someone brag how much they spent on a car kit or a nitro engine or a purple anodized part that is broke or obsolete in 6 months! My 13 year old PT is still kicking and never missed a lap!
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I've book marked this thread so in 4 years I can come back and bump it when the MRT clones start having problems after a MyLaps update.

Nothing in RC that you spend $100 on will last you 10+ years, it's a small investment to make considering what we spend on kits, radios and servos.
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