1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
07-07-2008, 07:04 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
someone forget the mp777 wc/mp9???
i have mbx5 with rb c5bb and i glad on this car.
if i need to buy a new buggy i thik the 3 best buggy's is:
x-ray 808
mbx5r
mp777 wc
i have mbx5 with rb c5bb and i glad on this car.
if i need to buy a new buggy i thik the 3 best buggy's is:
x-ray 808
mbx5r
mp777 wc
07-07-2008, 08:13 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
Yeah but who supports Kyosho parts? LHS dont seem to carry much Kyosho around here.
Losi 8ight would be my choice just because almost all LHS support Losi.
Losi 8ight would be my choice just because almost all LHS support Losi.
07-07-2008, 08:35 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
Get the Losi Eight Competition roller... Aluminum rear diff inserts... GMK Supply CVD Condoms...Couple of nice servos and radio of your choice ( I would go for Ace Servos an the Airtronics M11) Some dynamite Max life clutch shoes with some Losi medium springs an EB Modded O.S. VZ-B V-Spec... A Jammin JP-2 Pipe... A nice 1600mah or better Receiver pack.. An anything else you need grap it... Starter box, glow ignitor, fuel etc.. An some extra plugs! Also, I would buy it all from AMAINHOBBIES.COM... They are awesome...
07-07-2008, 10:01 PM
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I would go with the kit, this way you will be putting it together, it makes you very familiar with the buggy and how to set it up to your likings, and you will know exactly how it went together so if something happens you will know how and what to take apart more efficently.
07-08-2008, 06:35 AM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
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I would not considered a used buggy, For all I know, its being held together by CA glue. I have been researching for couple months and have decided to make the cross over. I am leaning towards these KITS (I already have the spektrum radio and all other equipment required).
1. XRAY 808
2. losi eight
3. associated RC
I know its one of these,( Kinda leaning towards the first two).
I know that they all have their pros and cons. I am hoping that after a couple of days, I will count up the top name that repeats itself the most. I also called Team XRAY today and asked them about their parts availability, which they say is getting better and hobbies stores are stocking up, however, there are still some backorder issues. So we will see. Also,
Based on my research, every buggy sucks and every buggy is great - All based on Opinions, its like Porche 911 turbo against modified Corvette. They will both get the job done.
... And then beats the 911 by 1/4 a car on the drag, and then blows the head (need a tow truck, etc MORE MONEY ), while the 911 goes home and drops off the groceries.
Just looking for a solid kit.
I would not considered a used buggy, For all I know, its being held together by CA glue. I have been researching for couple months and have decided to make the cross over. I am leaning towards these KITS (I already have the spektrum radio and all other equipment required).
1. XRAY 808
2. losi eight
3. associated RC
I know its one of these,( Kinda leaning towards the first two).
I know that they all have their pros and cons. I am hoping that after a couple of days, I will count up the top name that repeats itself the most. I also called Team XRAY today and asked them about their parts availability, which they say is getting better and hobbies stores are stocking up, however, there are still some backorder issues. So we will see. Also,
Based on my research, every buggy sucks and every buggy is great - All based on Opinions, its like Porche 911 turbo against modified Corvette. They will both get the job done.
... And then beats the 911 by 1/4 a car on the drag, and then blows the head (need a tow truck, etc MORE MONEY ), while the 911 goes home and drops off the groceries.
Just looking for a solid kit.
Plus, the ONLY uprade needed on either of these buggies is an aluminum servo arm for the steering, on the Losi it's probably a good idea to get the aluminum bearing inserts for the center and rear diffs, but even that's not necessary. The only thing I plan on upgrading on the 808 is the rear suspension blocks, but that's only for changing the anti squat and toe, otherwise the aluminum hop ups just add weight and bling factor
Just my opinion but with the popularity of the 808 I think parts won't be an issue, Amain and Carolinasrc already carry most of the parts, besides Xray's have a reputation of not breaking, I've yet to come accross a thread anywhere about the 808 breaking
07-08-2008, 07:04 AM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
I see it has received lots of votes already, but I'll go ahead and put my vote in for the [link=http://www.rcxray.com/xb808]XRAY 808[/link] as well. Based on the demand we're seeing for it and the backorders at RC America, the replies to this post are accurate. Grab one when you find it.
07-08-2008, 09:45 AM
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Nothing wrong with the X1, the Losi and Xray are the next step up the ladder though. If i had'nt found a X1 FTSE 08 at a great price i would of gone with the Losi, enjoy watching the 2 go round my track when im marshall.
It seems effortless, well balanced and in control.
It seems effortless, well balanced and in control.
07-08-2008, 10:52 AM
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The X1-cr FTE is a great buggy. Sure its a slightly older design but if it suits your style better than the newer buggies there is absolutley nothing wrong with it. Just remember one came 4th in the last worlds with not a losi in the top 10.
I'm sure it will be a little different this time round but you still can't say the X1 sucks.
I still think X-ray and Mugen make the best buggies on the market though.
I'm sure it will be a little different this time round but you still can't say the X1 sucks.
I still think X-ray and Mugen make the best buggies on the market though.
07-08-2008, 12:27 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
07-08-2008, 12:44 PM
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ORIGINAL: jrdeya
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
good choice dude
the only thing i'd do differently is the pipe but thats due to the rules we run to over here
the JP4 pipe is a good choice for that engine
the last time i got involved in a thread like this it kicked off bigtime LOL [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4442830/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm]HERE[/link] [:'(]
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ORIGINAL: jrdeya
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
07-08-2008, 02:49 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
I bought my 8 with an extra 8 in pieces from a guy that got the 808(reason for selling)3months ago and he ran better lap times with the losi 8... he ran the losi for 11 months
07-08-2008, 05:57 PM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
[link=http://www.apexmodels.com/product-search.php?call=moreinfo&man=2&cat=kits&id=520]hyper 8.5 rtr[/link]
Don't know if you can get in in the US but it is available
Don't know if you can get in in the US but it is available
07-09-2008, 05:44 AM
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ORIGINAL: jrdeya
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
Guys, Im thinking I will get the Xray with the os vspec eb mod and a jp tuned pipe. Based on the reviews, I dont think I can go wrong with that combo.
07-09-2008, 09:56 PM
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Is AMAIN the best place to buy all my goodies?
Is AMAIN the best place to buy all my goodies?
for the most part yes...they have all the manufacturers and good prices.
07-10-2008, 04:51 AM
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RE: 1/8 Buggy -THE BEST, HANDS DOWN, IS??
are you in a rush? if so i would go the 808.
if you are willing to wait, the new MBX6 will be out soon
MBX6, JX21 ninja with its pipe,ace servos, DX3R. carnt wait
if you are willing to wait, the new MBX6 will be out soon
MBX6, JX21 ninja with its pipe,ace servos, DX3R. carnt wait