Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
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Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
Hi Folks,
I've been doing a bit of research for a 1/8 buggy. As we all know there are many brands. I'm having a tough time deciding on which buggy to get. I thought I'd ask you opinion on what you guys like using?
A few things that might help you help me are:
-I enjoy building from the ground up
-I would rather spend more up front and do it right then patch together something
-I have experience in RCs, mostly heli's and 1/5 scale Bajas
Of course the best bang for the buck is always welcomed.
Thanks!
I've been doing a bit of research for a 1/8 buggy. As we all know there are many brands. I'm having a tough time deciding on which buggy to get. I thought I'd ask you opinion on what you guys like using?
A few things that might help you help me are:
-I enjoy building from the ground up
-I would rather spend more up front and do it right then patch together something
-I have experience in RCs, mostly heli's and 1/5 scale Bajas
Of course the best bang for the buck is always welcomed.
Thanks!
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
ORIGINAL: Vertiviper
Hi Folks,
I've been doing a bit of research for a 1/8 buggy. As we all know there are many brands. I'm having a tough time deciding on which buggy to get. I thought I'd ask you opinion on what you guys like using?
A few things that might help you help me are:
-I enjoy building from the ground up
-I would rather spend more up front and do it right then patch together something
-I have experience in RCs, mostly heli's and 1/5 scale Bajas
Of course the best bang for the buck is always welcomed.
Thanks!
Hi Folks,
I've been doing a bit of research for a 1/8 buggy. As we all know there are many brands. I'm having a tough time deciding on which buggy to get. I thought I'd ask you opinion on what you guys like using?
A few things that might help you help me are:
-I enjoy building from the ground up
-I would rather spend more up front and do it right then patch together something
-I have experience in RCs, mostly heli's and 1/5 scale Bajas
Of course the best bang for the buck is always welcomed.
Thanks!
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
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I'm mostly looking to mess around. Durability for bashing is VERY important, and I also like speed. Budget is 3-600.
I'm mostly looking to mess around. Durability for bashing is VERY important, and I also like speed. Budget is 3-600.
With no weight limits, bashers can be tougher. Vehicles for racing are targeted to specific weight limits. Racers can be strong, butweight limits enter into the durability equation.
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
hi
my favorite is caster racing EB_1
its really really strong and very good basher and racer. the elektronik engin is fusion 2065KV its speed can up to 75 KM
so i preffer that
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
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OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
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I've been hearing a lot of good about the lx2e kits. I'll have to look at those Toro combos, too. Thanks for the suggestion.
ORIGINAL: cumminspower5.9
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
ORIGINAL: cumminspower5.9
No problem. The Toro system can handle up to 6s lipo. But just as any other RC, the drivetrain will be saying ouch if bashing on 6s and you will be stripping gears and blowing diffs. Save that for speed runs.. I will stick with 4s and once in a while run 6s, depending on temps. The brushless system looks pretty well made too. Nice combo. The lx2e looks like a well built rc and I can't wait to get it and put it together. Plus, you can't beat the price.
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I've been hearing a lot of good about the lx2e kits. I'll have to look at those Toro combos, too. Thanks for the suggestion.
ORIGINAL: cumminspower5.9
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
OFNA Lx2e kit. $200 at TowerHobbies. Toro brushless motor/esc for 1/8th scale buggies at Hobbyhot.com ~$160. Yur choice of radio/receiver. Lipos from Hobbyking. I have been recommended these and am waiting to purchase till I have the money. And the minute I have the money, I will be pressing the order button.
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
Anything over 160oz-in of torque at 6v for steering. You will also want decent speed as well. The TowerPro MG996 is a cheap option, but you can get much better if you are willing to spend more. My favorite 1/8th steering servo is the XP DS1015, but it's a $90 servo. If you ask me, you shouldn't go cheap on the stuff that makes sure you stay in control of the car.
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Anything over 160oz-in of torque at 6v for steering. You will also want decent speed as well. The TowerPro MG996 is a cheap option, but you can get much better if you are willing to spend more. My favorite 1/8th steering servo is the XP DS1015, but it's a $90 servo. If you ask me, you shouldn't go cheap on the stuff that makes sure you stay in control of the car.
Anything over 160oz-in of torque at 6v for steering. You will also want decent speed as well. The TowerPro MG996 is a cheap option, but you can get much better if you are willing to spend more. My favorite 1/8th steering servo is the XP DS1015, but it's a $90 servo. If you ask me, you shouldn't go cheap on the stuff that makes sure you stay in control of the car.
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
if you are just bashing around look for a good replacement roller for parts
just get some rtr unless you want to race it later, then you need something with a bit more refinement
just get some rtr unless you want to race it later, then you need something with a bit more refinement
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
So, i've decided on the OFNA LX2e kit, Tekin RX8 2050kv, and DS1015 servo.
What kind of batteries do you guys like? Ideally i'd like to run 6s for those "Crazy" times, but less when i'm not feeling adventerous.
What kind of batteries do you guys like? Ideally i'd like to run 6s for those "Crazy" times, but less when i'm not feeling adventerous.
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Try some lipos from hobbyking. 40c or more. If your charger can handle it, buy a single 4s, or 2 2s lipos and run them in series. Get two 3s lipos and run in series as well.
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RE: Can't decide on 1/8 Scale Buggy
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Try some lipos from hobbyking. 40c or more. If your charger can handle it, buy a single 4s, or 2 2s lipos and run them in series. Get two 3s lipos and run in series as well.
Try some lipos from hobbyking. 40c or more. If your charger can handle it, buy a single 4s, or 2 2s lipos and run them in series. Get two 3s lipos and run in series as well.
What sort of mAH you recommend?