I'm about set to get myfirst RC and I want to know what I need to do before my first run.

I'm probably going to go with the Redcat Volcano Pro. At $229 from the LHS, it's hard to pass. I've watched many, many videos and read even more posts and received some conflicting information on how to begin. I had hoped that the answer would be a stickie in the newbie forum, but.....

Some examples of things to do before your first run (maybe?):
Use duct tape on the inside of the body to reinforce the shell so that crashes are less likely to break the lexan.

Take apart the new truck and use blue locktite on the screws. I've also seen someone who did that strugle to make repairs and strip screws trying to remove broken parts.

Glue the tires on the wheels?

So, can any of you share your thoughts? What would you do before the first go?

Thanks.

Pick another brand and stay away from Redcat is what I say but hey maybe you will have luck, ive never known anyone to.. first rc vehicle i say go with Traxxas just because more beginner friendly but Team Associated also is good still fairly low price.

Checking all the screws,nuts,bolts on anything is a good idea

First and foremost, read the ENTIRE manual.

any screws that go into metal should be removed, dab a bit of loctite on them and reinstalled.

Glue the tires

Check screw tightness/wheel nuts and you should be good to go!

Have fun!

I'm surprised to hear this. From what I have read, they seem to be reasonably solid with the exception of the servo saver and the need to adjust the suspension out of the box in order to allow for chassis slap.

Experiences and thoughts are welcome.

Thanks.

So where does DHK stand? Something like the the Crosse BL.
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I'm fairly new to the forum. From what I've seen, I don't think you'll get too many endorsements for the more inexpensive RTR on this forum. With that, just go with whatever reviews you can find online. As mentioned from your other post, I still think a RTR from Losi or Traxxas would be a better choice if it has to be RTR.

Agree with Mahjik. If you want more responses or information for the lesser known brands or so called cheap brands try the Rcgroups forum.

Atari.. i don't own a dhk. just read a lot of reviews and 1st hands on driving .more bashing than track.but in both its a decent truck.. I myself think a race or rtr losi will be best..one thing to think about .parts supply by you? does it exist ?