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Old 06-16-2011 | 04:47 PM
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Sydewynder
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Originally Posted by IndyHobbies.com
So is the HPI Switch run in the same classes as the Tamiya Mini? Are the competitive? The HPI looks like a more traditional racing chassis. That's why I wondered.

http://www.hpiracing.com/kitinfo/104943/

I've drove one firsthand and they are not comparable. The Switch's steering is pretty bad and out of the box the car bounces a lot because of the friction shocks. You can buy the $80 option shocks.

I'd pass on this one.
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