Markcuda

I need help deciding.
I like the Losi XXL1/8 scale monster truck, it sells for 670.
The Traxxes is 1/10 scale, itsells for 600.
What is the better truck?

t-max97

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I personally would choose the losi because, traxxas engines are known to be hit and miss while the losi engine is supposed to be decent, losi is typically top notch quality while traxxas trucks are typically made a little cheaper, While I haven't owned an xxl I have owned a revo and I would feel safe betting the xxl is tougher. Really in my opinion the only catagory I see the revo winning in is parts support. I know you didn't ask about it but check this truck out http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXBWUW&P=ML I got one in december and I love it so far, the engine has 2 gallons threw it and has been easy to tune and run, Ofna vehicle's "hongnor" have always been known to be tanks. It does drink the nitro though lol.

Markcuda

I have seen on Youtube where there were a few 3.3 motors braking the rod right at the crank.
I bet Traxxas knows about this and they probably don't want to do any thing about it.
I have yet to read where there was a Losi 454 motor going bad, I'm sure there is, I just have
not read it yet.

t-max97

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Yep the rods normally break, plus alot of them dont hold a tune very well, traxxas knows about it for sure , the 3.3 has been out for a while now 4-5 years? They aren't going to do anything about it while the masses of traxxas fanboys continue to buy them lol.

Markcuda

Another thing, I don't have a IPhone, isn't that what you need for the Traxxas controller?
I still have a7 year old flip up phone))))))))))))))))
I like the Losi control better.

t-max97

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It's not required at all but it's a nice option.

countilaw

You don't need a Iphone. It'a an optional telemetry program that lets you see the RPM/s, Temp, Voltage and Speed displayed on your IPhone.

Also, Traxxas has a program where if you blow your engine, regardless of who's fault it is, you can get a new engine for $100 for the 1.5, and 2.5 engines. $115. for the 3.3. If you want to upgrade from the 2.5 to the 3.3, it's $115. There is also a conversion kit to up grade from the 1.5 to the 3.3.

It's nice to know that you can get parts fast and easy with the Traxxas. Plus RPM and Integy have a lot of up graded aluminum parts for the Traxxas as well. RPM has a Lifetime warrantee on their parts.

I would rather run with the Traxxas than a Losi. Parts are hard to come by with Losi and there aren't many after market parts for them.

Frank

Markcuda

Frank, thank you for the reply.

big JC

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That's an easy one Makrcuda, the losi xxl and lst are regarded as the best nitro  monster trucks in all of rc.  The revo not so much.  As t-max said a truggy like the nexx8-t might be worth looking into as well. This is the rtr truggy I started with http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...-Engine-Type-1 and  it is a solid kit.

Other monster trucks I would take over the revo would be an hpi savage and the finicky mgt8.

SyCo_VeNoM

wow what a deal (sarcasm) last time I was shopping for a small block nitro engine on ebay .15's were $65 NIB, and .18's were $90ish. Hell I only paid $120 for a .28


I'd vote on the nexx 8t cause I got one of its earlier predecessors, and that one is one tough truck so the newer one should be more the same

But out of the 2 the OP said I'd go losi, and that is coming from someone that is not a losi fan. I've owned 3-4 traxxas vehicles though to know they are over hyped, and over priced.

countilaw the Integy stuff is only an upgrade if you want to put the RC on the shelf to use it as a conversation piece as the integy will bend or snap fast as their products suck ass. As for RPM support honestly I almost think RC's that have a ton of RPM parts available are almost not worth buying after getting some that have tons of RPM parts available, as the stock parts are usually pretty crappy.
Well manufactured RC's don't need RPM IMO.

Markcuda

Well guys, I don't want to say that my mind is made up but, the Losi is in
first place so far
I found one for $590 plus tax.

cumminspower5.9

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Losi

Markcuda

Lets talk warranty, or is there even a warranty?
If something brakes, what is the procedure on getting things fixed?
This would be on the Losi.

t-max97

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If you break a part you buy a replacement and fix it..warranty doesn't cover normal broken parts, warranty isn't even something I would bring it in to the equation.

jamie

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i would like you to update us if you buy the losi and be truthful when it breaks. i have been doing this for well over ten years. i have been around alot of trucks and by far traxxas rules. we slapped three savages with one t-maxx in one evening.

SyCo_VeNoM

go to store buy replacement part like with most companies
most companies warranties end at user error, but that is how they keep prices down so you get a superior vehicle for less
Traxxas majority of what you are paying is for their warranty which is almost needed on their vehicles, and the rest of the extra charge is for sponsoring races.

SyCo_VeNoM

huh?
please do not use local jargon as it makes things almost impossible to understand.
That is unless you are talking about walking up and slapping the RC with your hand like a women would do across your face if you insult her looks... but somehow I don't think you mean that.

Markcuda

Ok, no warranty, I kind of regret asking
All you peeps have been great.

ejc34710

I'm not sure if there is even a response to represent the stupidity of this post......

Markcuda

Well, all you fine people, the Losi won out.
It is ordered as we speak, got it for $609 plus tax.
Is there any thing I should start buying a head of time?
Should I have 2 battery packs for the hand control?
I'm not worried about the hand held starter batteries,
they should last a good half day or more on a
charge?
How about the receiver batteries in the truck?
How about make it stronger parts?