Originally Posted by
rcdude8
Still not sure though whether I should go RTR or get a kit and build from scratch. If I get the Cyclone S with the new ESC will it be competitive or will I have to replace other parts for it to be competitive?
The Kit version of the Cyclone S is an easy build. If you've never built a kit before then you may want to get help from an experienced racer to help with the diffs, but other than that everything else is a breeze.
The RTR is a great start and the included ESC works fine for the closed end bell motors and probably up to a 27T brushed motor too. If you upgrade to a Lipo ready ESC you could sell the stock ESC to help pay for the new one.
The RTR kits still need to be checked for droop, shocks for spring preload and of course chassis ground clearance, but these things are simple.