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Old 03-29-2010, 12:59 PM
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Default My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Well I took some time this weekend, got the beetle body cut out and installed so I could finally break in my Nutech :-), so far I am very impressed with the quality, right out of the box it has been great and taken more abuse then most I have run and it just laughs at it, I cant wait to get it in the gravel pits with a pipe and different wheels but I need to get it broken in first before I take it to the pits for a beating.

I now have 2 tanks through it so its about time to get a pipe on it and start running it hard, till then here are some pictures and a short video clip of some WFO flips and cartwheels

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And here is a little video of my 2nd tank of gas.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELQ7jbwEV28

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Old 03-29-2010, 02:06 PM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

That thing looks badass. It's sweet!
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Man this nutechs can sure take a good beating. Only its 2 tank nice…
Scoot where’s the back wing?
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ORIGINAL: DarkFire989

That thing looks badass. It's sweet!
Thanks its been a blast so far I love it :-) very tough unit right out of the box!!!

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Man this nutechs can sure take a good beating. Only its 2 tank nice…
Scoot where’s the back wing?
I sold out of them right away and didn't have the heart to rob one off a new TB II yet but I might force my self to because I know it will finish it off, I ordered a ton more for my next order so I will have more coming along with the mounts so we can convert the Mega Monsters to the Beetles :-) I will probably get one on for the next run and hopefully a pipe I know it will be a new beast with a pipe :-).

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Scott what pipe will you be using? And get some video at the pits.
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Scott, that is a beauty! And yeah, it is one tough little bug for the abuse you just put it through!

Be sure to tell Chris he did a damn good job in producing a tough-as-nails RC.

Also, when the XT comes out, put up some test vids of that and let us know how that RC holds up, I am seriously considering getting one of those.

BTW, be sure to let us know when you get some TB2 Pro kits in! (Rollers would be what I am after; I just might get one of those instead of an XT.)
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Well done Scott, that is one nice looking Beetle.
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Scott what pipe will you be using? And get some video at the pits.
I will probably try out the Nutech dual exhaust pipe once I get them in on my next order in a few weeks, I will also be calling Jet Pro for the TB2 Pipe :-) I am not to picky as long as its loud and makes good power (I am a firm believer in expansion chambers for 2 strokes, never really had muck luck or faith in the x-cans or anything like those) I don't have much plans for working over the motor yet as I will be dropping in a 4 bolt CY 270 as soon as I get them in but I will run the stock 26cc CY until it starts to get tired.

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Scott, that is a beauty! And yeah, it is one tough little bug for the abuse you just put it through!

Be sure to tell Chris he did a damn good job in producing a tough-as-nails RC.

Also, when the XT comes out, put up some test vids of that and let us know how that RC holds up, I am seriously considering getting one of those.

BTW, be sure to let us know when you get some TB2 Pro kits in! (Rollers would be what I am after; I just might get one of those instead of an XT.)
Thanks Jim, I will definetly let you know once we get availability and pricing on the XT the price sheet still says to be determined :-(, I will also be getting some of the TB II Pro Rollers probably on the same order unless the XT gets pushed back, both should be fenomenal units :-).

P.S I keep telling Chris how happy I am with the product so far and hats off to Nutech along with all there testers, they made the product what it is today and continue to raise the bar with there product by make things better and coming out with more upgrades and accessories, finally a manufacture that listens to there end users and dealers [8D].

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Well done Scott, that is one nice looking Beetle.
Thanks clubin I cant wait to get the wing on it to finish off the body :-) and a nice shiny sausage pipe hahaha lovin my beetle!!!!!!

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Old 03-29-2010, 08:43 PM
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Thanks a ton Scott, I really look forward to the TB2 Pro or the XT to be shipped into your hands.

From seeing what your MegaBeatle went through, and also what Mooman has put his test TB2 Pro through, I know these RCs are already great straight out of the box. I can't wait for Chris to get a good supply of these to fill your shelves.
Seeing that the TB2 Pro greatly surpasses Mooman's beloved Redcat Rampages, (which are tough hard RCs themselves), I too have high hopes of getting one of these (a TB2 Pro or an XT) and really taking one of these out to fly!

I'm just so excited that these RCs, after many months of hard testing and continuing improvements, are finally ready in Chris' eyes to go into production and hit the stores.
When Foxy said that MCD better watch out, he was not lying. Nutech has taken the platform and has taken a serious step up.

Chris has definitely made Nutech a star that the other RC companies should follow. Where there are too many other companies who care nothing but making a buck by cloning, and worse, they drive down quality by dumping extremely cheap products on the market which in turn stifles innovation and forward thinking improvements, Nutech has definitely gone the other way and is actually making a push for quality progression and even innovation into RCs again.
As I have said many times before, Nutech has earned my trust through their openness and willingness to put RCs into the hands of actual RC fans to test and for us to openly express areas that can be improved. And not only are they open, but they FIX any weak spots that are found!

And because of this, I will support and buy Nutech products any day over the companies that do nothing but undermine quality and stunt RC innovation.
Old 03-29-2010, 09:41 PM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

they certainly are tough, Jim i have the mega monster not tb 2 pro...pwaicon, bently marshall and rckiwi have the pro buggies which are just as tough. Best thing is they are like it out the box without having to chuck loads of cash at them like I did my now mooproofed rampiggie.

the XT has a few changes to be made...think by end of April it'll be ready for preliminary tests in China and Nnutech are hoping by end of May beginning of June to have them in testers hands...production is pencilled in for middle/end of August
Old 03-30-2010, 12:04 AM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Nutech's got my curiosity,[sm=71_71.gif] might add one to my stable of 1/5's in the future.....[sm=wink_smile.gif]
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Looking great! The only thing I dislike is that paintjob... Are there unpainted bodies aswell?
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Who is selling it at the LPP=LOWEST PRICE POSSIBLE
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

The beetle bodies don't come clear yet but I am sure they will shortly for a basher body I'm not to picky I will have a few bodies for it eventually.

As for prices C4 Electronics & Hobbies and I carry the Nutech product here in the US if you are interested shoot me an PM or contact Willy at C4 we will be happy to get you setup with a Nutech .

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Nice looking. The body and shock covers look good together.
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Nice looking. The body and shock covers look good together.
Thanks they do match great I will see how long that shock covers last so far so good :-)

Well I broke down today and borrowed a wing and mount off a new TB II which I will just have to replace when I receive my next order :-)





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Old 04-02-2010, 04:52 PM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Any info on this "CY 270"????
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End of April is what I was told, I will have a sample by the end of the month and should have some stock shortly after

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Old 04-03-2010, 02:52 AM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

nice bug and video!!

now let me guess..... keychain camera and can't set date and time?
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nice bug and video!!

now let me guess..... keychain camera and can't set date and time?
Thanks, I can set the date and time but its the 3rd key chain came I have gone through in the past 4 months lol, I know I know you get what you pay for and for $15 I am more then happy with the little cameras, you just have to make a note pad file and put it in the root directory then it will change the time and date to the correct time, just wish there was a way to get into the cameras and delete the date and time field all together haha all in all it works great for this stuff.

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Old 04-04-2010, 02:01 PM
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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

Here is some video of this weekend :-) took some more great crashes time after time and still nothing broke .

Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kWhwN01OlE

Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yudrLkO_aP0

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Default RE: My Nutech 1/5 Scale Mega Beetle :-)

very nice beetle, it looks awesome man.

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