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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 5:50 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 6:30 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 6:34 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 3:08 PM   
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I'm never (hopefully) going to tell my LHS that I have a redcat. I can just imagine what he'll say.

I have no problem at all telling people I have redcats. If they do not like it then too bad, don't look at it when it is passing you .If he cannot say anything positive to you when you go into his shop with your truck then he does not care too much about his business. There are tons of parts from brands that fit and accessories that fit multiple models you can buy from him and he can make money. It is a hobby and everyone likes there own stuff, he is supposed to be there to help you and not criticize you for what you own. If it was not for someone buying the redcat some people would not even be in the hobby and possibly giving him alot more business in the future.

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 7:53 PM   
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Status: offline 		lol redcat makes some great products i have the monsoon and my bro in law has the shockwave we love both of them and even if i had paid 400-500 i'd be just as happy with it, these trucks are great and i will stand behind them 100%. Plus now that they come with the computer radios i believe that redcat owns the entry level market, who else does that losi? then again they cost twice as much! So all and all we should take things as they are go out have fun and lets not bash people that have equipment thats entry level or w/e and just try to help each other with the problems that we do run into isn't that what this web site is all about anyways, well other than its to show off a little too JM2C

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 8:06 PM   
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why should you not be proud of what you have, its yours. Be proud of what you have no matter what it costs or what name brand it is.


Exactly--I own 3 Redcats and a Himoto-my neighbor a redcat and my youngest grandson got a redcat from me for Christmas
I've literly knocked the crap out of my cats and broke only a few parts.
My son and older grandson have 7 Traxxas's between them,my sons 2 friends the same and they used to race RC's for years
My son has a track he built and all these guys see how well my cats do and they are totally impressed
Hobby shops= there is one about 8 miles from me and though now badmouthing my choice of RC's,I didn't quite like his mini attitude,so if really needed I travel 40 miles to the next hobby shop===but 99.9% of my parts,fuel and supplies are bought on line
Tower hobbies,allaboutfunhobbies,clermontmotorsports and redcatracing-know me by my first name LOL


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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 9:10 PM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 9:45 PM   
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Status: offline 		I agree with enduser cause I went to the hobby store to get some extra glow plugs and the same thing happened to me. He was like Those things are unrealiable and he was saying how there was no costumer or support or anything and how he wont even fix them anymore. He was saying how I should buy form more popular companies and I was just tihnking that whole time, "im not spending 400 and some dollars for an rc when I've got money going towards other stuff,redcat has done me good and is a great company." I took it in there when I broke something and he was like thats too complicated and wouldnt fix it so I took it home and ordered some parts and fixed my car in about an hour or two.

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 10:17 PM   
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Wow, that One guy on there went ape crap about hating redcat so much and some other things i shouldnt mention....its getting a bit outta hand


I've learned in life to ignore the ignorant and savor the brilliant <G> So I'd say this guy is on the bottom of the food chain alrightee
I do not badmouth anyones choice on anything and I expect the same in return
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/3/2008 10:23 PM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 1:45 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 4:37 PM   
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You can get some really good deals on high quality used stuff if ya look for a bit

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 4:47 PM   
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I dunno, man. I just bought a used LST2 in great shape with a BUNCH of aftermarket parts for $250 as a gift for one of my old Army buddies, and I just bought a CRT X1 Pro roller for $160 shipped, with a bunch of really expensive upgrades.
You can get some really good deals on high quality used stuff if ya look for a bit

I agree, but some people do not want something that someone has run already and have to put motor and electronics and stuff. Alot of people who buy redcats just want to open the box, run it and have fun. As they learn more and more they can upgrade there machines like I did my monsoon and even buy other stuff. But with the right driver and a well maintained car the redcats 1/8th's can go and compete no problem, and also I do not mean at the pro level but and club races and stuff just having fun. I know I do and I own alot more expensive models and have just as much fun with my redcats. Hell I have even had people come up to me when running my monsoon asking me to see it thinking that it was a cen matrix because of my body and were impressed with it and they are shocked when I tell them it is a redcat monsoon and show it to them

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 5:39 PM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 7:08 PM   
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I dunno, man. I just bought a used LST2 in great shape with a BUNCH of aftermarket parts for $250 as a gift for one of my old Army buddies, and I just bought a CRT X1 Pro roller for $160 shipped, with a bunch of really expensive upgrades.
You can get some really good deals on high quality used stuff if ya look for a bit

I agree, but some people do not want something that someone has run already and have to put motor and electronics and stuff. Alot of people who buy redcats just want to open the box, run it and have fun. As they learn more and more they can upgrade there machines like I did my monsoon and even buy other stuff. But with the right driver and a well maintained car the redcats 1/8th's can go and compete no problem, and also I do not mean at the pro level but and club races and stuff just having fun. I know I do and I own alot more expensive models and have just as much fun with my redcats. Hell I have even had people come up to me when running my monsoon asking me to see it thinking that it was a cen matrix because of my body and were impressed with it and they are shocked when I tell them it is a redcat monsoon and show it to them



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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 7:10 PM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 7:20 PM   
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used rc's dont go for much money


Exactly, my point. $300 for a Monsoon, or $250 for a used LST2 with $100+ worth of nice mods


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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 7:42 PM   
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used rc's dont go for much money


Exactly, my point. $300 for a Monsoon, or $250 for a used LST2 with $100+ worth of nice mods



Why would I spend money on someone else's problem when I could get a brand new item for less. Even if I was to buy a used RC car I'd still would have spent way more then I did for my Volcano SV. On top of that you have no idea how they treated the engine.

We're talking about entry level toys here where people who wanted to get in the hobby before but like me couldn't justify paying $500 for a car. At half the price it was a no brainer.


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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 8:24 PM   
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used rc's dont go for much money


Exactly, my point. $300 for a Monsoon, or $250 for a used LST2 with $100+ worth of nice mods



Why would I spend money on someone else's problem when I could get a brand new item for less. Even if I was to buy a used RC car I'd still would have spent way more then I did for my Volcano SV. On top of that you have no idea how they treated the engine.

We're talking about entry level toys here where people who wanted to get in the hobby before but like me couldn't justify paying $500 for a car. At half the price it was a no brainer.




What makes you assume its "someone elses problem"?

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 8:38 PM   
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used rc's dont go for much money


Exactly, my point. $300 for a Monsoon, or $250 for a used LST2 with $100+ worth of nice mods




i would go $300 for a new monsoon, i learned my lesson with used rc's, most of the times the engine is shot and alot of slipshot workmanship and some really crappy repairs. The monsoon is a great truck and for 300 your getting your moneys worth.

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/4/2008 10:01 PM   
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Status: offline 		I have actually had great luck with used rcs, just do your research, and pay a good price.
BTW, teh $250 LST2, has about a gallon through it, and running perfect, but I klnow what ya mean, my bros aftershock had several problems he bought off of e-bay.
So there IS an inherant chance of teh used one being abused or owned by a moron, lol

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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/5/2008 4:37 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/5/2008 4:54 AM   
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I have a Redcat Volcano SV. and i love it..... I got my coworker Rich (Redharris) To get a Volcano SV and another one of my buddy's to get a Tornado BB... and they both like them allot. im also trying to get my LHS to stock redcat. i have taken my SV to my LHS and he looks at it and likes it.. so lets hope he will stock them and have parts.. so we will see...
And i would like to say thanks to Eddie (ehroof) for all the support he has given me and HELP with my Volcano SV and to all the other people as well...
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/5/2008 5:07 AM   
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RE: What people think about Redcat - 1/5/2008 5:12 AM   
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your welcome brother, i am glad i was able to help you out and I made a good friend at the same time!!


yea i also made a good friend.... to bad you live on the East coast.. and im on the west....
well ill talk to you later bro...

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