9:47 pm
January 27, 2011
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There have been random posts in threads over the last number of months (years?) about RC trucks, crawlers, etc. How about we have a "show us what you got" thread so us RC newbies can see what the more "experienced" are driving?
That way, we can make sure and get something close to the same scale and capabilities when/if we take the plunge.
Make sure and add things like durability, availability or replacement/upgrade parts and important things like that. Oh, and $$$ when it comes to cost of operation.
Let the games begin!!
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11:02 pm
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July 10, 2003
Offline11:17 pm
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April 2, 2003
Online I have RC's from $99 to $500, and in both 1/18 and 1/10 scale. I also have one's I've built and ones that are ready to run (RTR). The jeep I'm working on currently was RTR, but they make a builder kit that offers upgraded parts. On my rig, I've changed the wheels and tires, and have a new rear axle to put under it + new control arms and steering linkeage, plus LED rock lights to add. I also have a 1/10 comp buggy similar to the one I just sold to scoped. The one he picked up was RTR, but required a transmitter and battery charger. It came with a 5000 battery Iincluded.In general a 5000 LiPo battery will run for 1 hr on a 1/10 scale crawler rig that doesn't have a ton of motor or transmission upgrades. My mini crawlers will run for an hour on their little batteries as well.
11:37 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline "JohnDF" wrote: [Image Can Not Be Found]
John, I would expect nothing less. 
And didn't it come with it's own color co-ordinated tool box?
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11:42 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline Looks like I'll need to do my homework, then. The range you posted looks good, too.
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"BKGM Jeepers" wrote: I have RC's from $99 to $500, and in both 1/18 and 1/10 scale. I also have one's I've built and ones that are ready to run (RTR). The jeep I'm working on currently was RTR, but they make a builder kit that offers upgraded parts. On my rig, I've changed the wheels and tires, and have a new rear axle to put under it + new control arms and steering linkeage, plus LED rock lights to add. I also have a 1/10 comp buggy similar to the one I just sold to scoped. The one he picked up was RTR, but required a transmitter and battery charger. It came with a 5000 battery Iincluded.In general a 5000 LiPo battery will run for 1 hr on a 1/10 scale crawler rig that doesn't have a ton of motor or transmission upgrades. My mini crawlers will run for an hour on their little batteries as well.
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading -- Lao Tzu
3:43 am
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January 19, 2011
Offline3:46 am
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April 2, 2003
Online Here are my 1/10 and 1/18 rigs
3:51 am
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January 19, 2011
Offline "BKGM Jeepers" wrote: Here are my 1/10 and 1/18 rigs
Cool Collection Brad! What color will the JKU be when finished?
Semper Fi
3:55 am
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April 2, 2003
Online "Josh" wrote: [quote="BKGM Jeepers"]Here are my 1/10 and 1/18 rigs
Cool Collection Brad! What color will the JKU be when finished?
Orange with a removable black top!
4:03 am
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January 19, 2011
Offline "BKGM Jeepers" wrote: [quote="Josh"][quote="BKGM Jeepers"]Here are my 1/10 and 1/18 rigs
Cool Collection Brad! What color will the JKU be when finished?
Orange with a removable black top!
Very nice! That will look cool!
Semper Fi
3:39 am
January 27, 2011
Offline C'mon folks ... I know there are more than Brad's rigs.
Us noobies want to know.
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4:23 am
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July 10, 2003
Offline "TomD" wrote: I know there are more than Brad's rigs.
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What am I? Chopped Liver?
I showed you mine 
I used to wheel a lot. . .
4:37 am
January 27, 2011
Offline Do you have the spec sheet in case I want to build one like it?
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4:30 pm
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June 4, 2012
Offline Here is three of our 4
If I can't build it, then it's something that should be bought.
4:32 pm
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July 10, 2003
Offline "TomD" wrote: Do you have the spec sheet in case I want to build one like it?
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Specs: It's so damned cute!
I used to wheel a lot. . .
5:23 pm
I used to have one of these as a kid. It was waaaaay cool with a working winch and everything. The batteries were good for at least 15 minutes of fun between 8 hours of charging. 8)
7:05 pm
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September 3, 2008
Offline That's sweet!!
I had one growing up too. 8 hours of charging for 10 minutes. I think I used it 3 times.
Um...what?
7:35 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline I think I'm looking for a little better performance than that.
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8:20 pm
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June 4, 2012
Offline David's RC
I just had to go Nitro. There is just something about the screaming of the engine and smell of burnt nitro......
If I can't build it, then it's something that should be bought.
9:17 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline "Specialsoundman" wrote: Here is three of our 4
That's what I'm talking about ... though I'll be staying with batt power.
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If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading -- Lao Tzu
9:18 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline "JohnDF" wrote: [quote="TomD"]Do you have the spec sheet in case I want to build one like it?
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Specs: It's so damned cute!
ESPECIALLY because it's cute. :girly:
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If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading -- Lao Tzu
9:20 pm
January 27, 2011
Offline "Specialsoundman" wrote: David's RC
I just had to go Nitro. There is just something about the screaming of the engine and smell of burnt nitro......
Screaming, nitro burning buggies in the forests and trails of NorCal ... mmm, not so much.
In town and on a track ... I could see that.
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If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading -- Lao Tzu
8:44 pm
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March 6, 2012
Offline Logan and I have four rigs to play with. I found some pics on the web of what they are, and I will tell you a little about each:
1) MaxStone 10 Crawler, Entry level RC Crawler, Complete, Ready to Run 1/10 scale $128 plus shipping
http://www.nitrorcx.com/51c872.....24ghz.html
2) Axial AX-10 RTR with several upgrades. Discontinued, but can still find like this, Paid $250 USED
http://www.axialracing.com/pro...../ax90011-1
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3) Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate. Extreamly Fast Short Track Truck. easily handles 6 foot jumps, Bought Used $400
http://traxxas.com/products/mo.....x4ultimate
4) Traxxas E-Maxx, fast monstaer that drains batteries quick. Dual Motors and Dual Batteries. Used $200
http://traxxas.com/products/mo...../3903emaxx
