JetMD, before you go, I want to ask you a question. I am not being sarcastic in anyway. Why is the Inferno RTR such a great idea and $400 but not the Associated NTC3 RTR converted to 220mm. You can probably get that combination out the door for the same price. I know that NTC3 isn't a Mugen 4R or a Serpent 720, but if set up right can be competitive especially for a budget racer.
I know a guy that is now racing touring that was exposed to this along time ago. Back then he wasn't interested and didn't get involved. However, when the drifters came out he was intrigued and got into it. Afterwards, he ended up running touring and still does today. That is one person that may have not gotten into the hobby if the right class didn't get his attention.
We have probably beaten this issue to death, but just curious if you think the NTC3 converted to 220mm could be a budget entry level racer for that class.