Originally Posted by
rustyus
I used to be a fan of RadioLink transmitters until the neutral/deadband gave up after a year or so of ownership. I can only imagine the steps used by RadioLink/Dumbo RC to keep costs low. sosidge, I think you hit the nail on the head when you talked about getting a bad one. Quality control seems to be out of control over the past decade+ of ultra low cost RC transmitters being put on to the market. Even though they get a bad rap, I had to see for myself...I had three FlySky FS-GT3C radios, and quality control surely was the issue in the one throttle potentiometer. The other two GT3C radios were fine, but the cheap-ish feel of jog/dial/wheel & buttons; along with me not having to upkeep many RCs for friends/family to play with... I reverted back to my thoughts of how important it is not to skimp (too much) on radio gear.
If I have a sudden influx of family members/friends stopping by to enjoy my hobby (and my RCs), would I buy more cheap radios again? Most likely.
Anyway...
https://www.radiolink.com/DUMBORC
It just feels like such a false economy. I see "bashers" with £500-£1000 invested in their car, but they're controlling it with an off-brand analogue handset that cost them £30. Futaba will sell you a simple computer radio with decades of industry experience behind it and proper distribution support for not much more than £100. One glitch and you'll be spending more than £100 on repairs...