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i am going to buy a mini z onster but had some questions first, like what do they foam inserts for the tires do and are they worth it? also what hop ups should i buy right away for indoor use? also does any1 know of anywhere that has them for less than 140? thanks any other info would be great too
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Here, I'll make it simplier for you even though it is "all" in that thread.
Rechargeable batteries
Xspeed Motor
Shocks
ebay
Regarding the inserts, it depends on what type of surface you want to run on. You may also want to purchase bearings.
Rechargeable batteries
Xspeed Motor
Shocks
ebay
Regarding the inserts, it depends on what type of surface you want to run on. You may also want to purchase bearings.
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Hey Millroy listem to Tigger. He is the man when it comes to quality Z info. He may just get cranky sometimes because his cats probably are chewing on his Z antennas and RCP track peices
Seriously though millroy the Monsters come with no inserts in the wheels so if you squeeze them they get to the rims pretty quickly and if you plan on taking big jumps on hard surfaces like cement or taking 6 foot jumps from the table to the ground then you should definitely get those.
As for hopups take it from me as I just got my Monster this weekend: GET the 40th anniversary edition from e Bay or a well resepected miniz site. The price you pay is much lower then what you get then if you boght a stock Monster and then got the necessary hopups that you need which the 40th anniversary edition already comes with including:
full set of ball bearings installed
set of front and rear OIL shocks
Xspeed Motor
Blue wheels nuts
full spring sets for all shocks
and nice shiny chrome pieces, front guard and wheelie bar
Trust me when I say you would be buying al these things anyways so you might as well save 70~80 bucks. Its a steal at 200 shipped.
Seriously though millroy the Monsters come with no inserts in the wheels so if you squeeze them they get to the rims pretty quickly and if you plan on taking big jumps on hard surfaces like cement or taking 6 foot jumps from the table to the ground then you should definitely get those.
As for hopups take it from me as I just got my Monster this weekend: GET the 40th anniversary edition from e Bay or a well resepected miniz site. The price you pay is much lower then what you get then if you boght a stock Monster and then got the necessary hopups that you need which the 40th anniversary edition already comes with including:
full set of ball bearings installed
set of front and rear OIL shocks
Xspeed Motor
Blue wheels nuts
full spring sets for all shocks
and nice shiny chrome pieces, front guard and wheelie bar
Trust me when I say you would be buying al these things anyways so you might as well save 70~80 bucks. Its a steal at 200 shipped.
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Hey Millroy listem to Tigger. He is the man when it comes to quality Z info. He may just get cranky sometimes because his cats probably are chewing on his Z antennas and RCP track peices
Hey Millroy listem to Tigger. He is the man when it comes to quality Z info. He may just get cranky sometimes because his cats probably are chewing on his Z antennas and RCP track peices
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Which Anniversary Edition? The Chrome, Type 1, or Type 2? The chrome version has a chrome body of course, but the other two anniversary editiions have the respective type 1 or type 2 MMT bodies with gold wheels and all the hop ups like the chrome anniversary edition. I've noticed ebay has the chrome version for around $164 plus shipping, but the other anniversary editions are "now" currently available for $199 including shipping.
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Yes, I can get real cranky. I also just ordered the off-road expansion pack too and I'm just wondering how the cats will like the feel of that surface. I know they love the RCP track, but don't like the internal antennas.
For one I am glad I got the chrome version. The gold rims just look too bling for me. I know the cats seem to like shiny chrome better thats for sure. I do need a race body however so I can't wait for the purple and white trim body to be available.
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BovineD,
I like the chrome wheels myself better too, but I like the Type 2 body better as well. If I started from scratch, I'd probably purchase the Type 2 Anniversary edition and then just get another set of wheels.
Regarding the forums, I get annoyed more on this forum because it seems many members either don't know how to use the search buttons or don't want to use the search buttons which leads to a lot of the same questions and posts over and over again. Use or the lack of use of the gallery is another example. Sometimes my hints are subtle and sometimes they are not. I depends on my mood, but sometimes a lot of effort goes into providing information and links that people just don't take the time to read. It appears that they want the spot light or simply want to start a "new" thread and want answers right now though they probably don't act that way at the local hobby shop or perhaps the do, and then turned to the forums after their demands were not answered.
Quite frankly, I'll probably just do like others I know and that is "not" answer questions and skip a lot more posts. I already skip most Mini-T posts for the same reasons and probably won't even visit this forum as much. This may even make some of the members happy. Perhaps, it's an age thing, but it's not like I don't get members sending me emails behind the scenes asking questions and its not like I'm asking for the help on this forum. If anything, It will just free up my own time.
I like the chrome wheels myself better too, but I like the Type 2 body better as well. If I started from scratch, I'd probably purchase the Type 2 Anniversary edition and then just get another set of wheels.
Regarding the forums, I get annoyed more on this forum because it seems many members either don't know how to use the search buttons or don't want to use the search buttons which leads to a lot of the same questions and posts over and over again. Use or the lack of use of the gallery is another example. Sometimes my hints are subtle and sometimes they are not. I depends on my mood, but sometimes a lot of effort goes into providing information and links that people just don't take the time to read. It appears that they want the spot light or simply want to start a "new" thread and want answers right now though they probably don't act that way at the local hobby shop or perhaps the do, and then turned to the forums after their demands were not answered.
Quite frankly, I'll probably just do like others I know and that is "not" answer questions and skip a lot more posts. I already skip most Mini-T posts for the same reasons and probably won't even visit this forum as much. This may even make some of the members happy. Perhaps, it's an age thing, but it's not like I don't get members sending me emails behind the scenes asking questions and its not like I'm asking for the help on this forum. If anything, It will just free up my own time.
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damn i orderd it from tower hobbies i didnt know there was more than 1 anniversary edition. the main reasoni ordered it though was for the hop ups so as long as it has those im ok but i would prefer the chrome body or type 2, but oh well i guess ill have to see when it comes since they dont have a pic up yet
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now ive seen in some other forums that having the xspeed in the monster can burn up the fets easily, does anyone know about this? some people have said it happens easily and others have said no. i plan on driving mine pretty hard but i woukd rather not screw it up too bad. any info would be great thanks.
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Regarding the forums, I get annoyed more on this forum because it seems many members either don't know how to use the search buttons or don't want to use the search buttons which leads to a lot of the same questions and posts over and over again. Use or the lack of use of the gallery is another example. Sometimes my hints are subtle and sometimes they are not. I depends on my mood, but sometimes a lot of effort goes into providing information and links that people just don't take the time to read. It appears that they want the spot light or simply want to start a "new" thread and want answers right now though they probably don't act that way at the local hobby shop or perhaps the do, and then turned to the forums after their demands were not answered.
Quite frankly, I'll probably just do like others I know and that is "not" answer questions and skip a lot more posts. I already skip most Mini-T posts for the same reasons and probably won't even visit this forum as much. This may even make some of the members happy. Perhaps, it's an age thing, but it's not like I don't get members sending me emails behind the scenes asking questions and its not like I'm asking for the help on this forum. If anything, It will just free up my own time.
Quite frankly, I'll probably just do like others I know and that is "not" answer questions and skip a lot more posts. I already skip most Mini-T posts for the same reasons and probably won't even visit this forum as much. This may even make some of the members happy. Perhaps, it's an age thing, but it's not like I don't get members sending me emails behind the scenes asking questions and its not like I'm asking for the help on this forum. If anything, It will just free up my own time.
It does seem though that noobs nowadays are even more impatient then the older generation of net users and demand answers RIGHT NOW and cannnot wait one second longer for an answer that is basically coming from someone who is answering on their own free time. I mean I am only 27 but I try to act reasonaby curteous when posting and answering questions but I definitely sense a new generation of users who demand answers in our instant gratification society cultured by the net.
Anonymity is a great thing I guess.
Well if anything TNB that leaves more time for racing and that is always a good thing.
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RE: mini z monster
Hey!
I got a stock mini z monster a week ago and i want more torque and speed. can anyone give me a suggestion on a motor better than or besides the x-speed motor for my mini z?
I got a stock mini z monster a week ago and i want more torque and speed. can anyone give me a suggestion on a motor better than or besides the x-speed motor for my mini z?
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RE: mini z monster
hey, if you want, you can get an iwaver 04(mini-z monster clone) for 50 bucks off toy east.
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RE: mini z monster
Hey, My mini z monster keeps on "sppazing" on me. The wheels(turning) "spaz" and the throttle "spazes". i am in my house so there is no other r/c interference. can anyone help me please it is new!!!?