Which Redcat?
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I don't think I have ever posted here and I have been a member since 2003. I can usually get my answers just searching this forum but not this time. I want to get my kids started in RC's but I'm not sure which Redcat to puchase. I want to try Redcat because of the price point, you can't beat it and parts seem to be fairly easy to obtain.
Anyway, my kids are 12,10,9 and 6 but this RC is not for the 6 year old. He will have to use his Toys R Us rc for now. I'm looking to find something fun to bash and race in our yard. Sometimes on the lawn and other times on our homemade track we are building. The track will be a basic track to run 1/10th,1/8th or 1/5th scale. I have an electric plane and a Nitro MBX5 so I can go either way for a power source. I was thinking of the Caldera SC 10e 1/10th, the 1/8th scale is over budget right now. I love the price and at 2 bills I could get two and they could take turns. I have also thought of the Vortex SS nitro and buy 3. I just don't know if three nitros are worth the headache with kids and I don't do pull starters. So if I can't purchase back plates and use on my bumpbox, then the vortex is out. My price point is around 400 or 450. Any thoughts here would be greatly appreciated.
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I don't think I have ever posted here and I have been a member since 2003. I can usually get my answers just searching this forum but not this time. I want to get my kids started in RC's but I'm not sure which Redcat to puchase. I want to try Redcat because of the price point, you can't beat it and parts seem to be fairly easy to obtain.
Anyway, my kids are 12,10,9 and 6 but this RC is not for the 6 year old. He will have to use his Toys R Us rc for now. I'm looking to find something fun to bash and race in our yard. Sometimes on the lawn and other times on our homemade track we are building. The track will be a basic track to run 1/10th,1/8th or 1/5th scale. I have an electric plane and a Nitro MBX5 so I can go either way for a power source. I was thinking of the Caldera SC 10e 1/10th, the 1/8th scale is over budget right now. I love the price and at 2 bills I could get two and they could take turns. I have also thought of the Vortex SS nitro and buy 3. I just don't know if three nitros are worth the headache with kids and I don't do pull starters. So if I can't purchase back plates and use on my bumpbox, then the vortex is out. My price point is around 400 or 450. Any thoughts here would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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Thanks Dads like rc too
I feel the same way on price point. My thoughts are going with the SC10e but want some people to chime in on issues (steering servo) and how it runs in low grass.
I feel the same way on price point. My thoughts are going with the SC10e but want some people to chime in on issues (steering servo) and how it runs in low grass.
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Thanks Dads like rc too
I feel the same way on price point. My thoughts are going with the SC10e but want some people to chime in on issues (steering servo) and how it runs in low grass.
Thanks Dads like rc too
I feel the same way on price point. My thoughts are going with the SC10e but want some people to chime in on issues (steering servo) and how it runs in low grass.
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I second what DADS said.
I've had mine for a few weeks now and couldn't be happier with it. I have the caldera 10e monster truck version. Mine has taken a serious beating.
My steering servo went out after only one or two runs. If i was to buy another truck tomorrow I'd order the replacement servo right along with it. search amazon or ebay for part number B7018. It's a redcat racing 9kg metal gear for $18.99 comes stock on the ground pounder and has been pretty tough so far. I don't even run a servo saver.
I can't speak on the short course version but mine does pretty well in short grass.
The only other thing i would mention is the body. Seems like mine doesn't withstand much abuse and has shattered in a couple different places. I use black electrical tape as RC Bondo and there is A LOT of Tape on mine but again I treat my truck very badly. maybe that's all redcat bodies or RC bodies in general. I mention this because when i was 9 10 and 12 years old i was pretty brutal with things regardless of the price tag. (steady trend)
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I've had mine for a few weeks now and couldn't be happier with it. I have the caldera 10e monster truck version. Mine has taken a serious beating.
My steering servo went out after only one or two runs. If i was to buy another truck tomorrow I'd order the replacement servo right along with it. search amazon or ebay for part number B7018. It's a redcat racing 9kg metal gear for $18.99 comes stock on the ground pounder and has been pretty tough so far. I don't even run a servo saver.
I can't speak on the short course version but mine does pretty well in short grass.
The only other thing i would mention is the body. Seems like mine doesn't withstand much abuse and has shattered in a couple different places. I use black electrical tape as RC Bondo and there is A LOT of Tape on mine but again I treat my truck very badly. maybe that's all redcat bodies or RC bodies in general. I mention this because when i was 9 10 and 12 years old i was pretty brutal with things regardless of the price tag. (steady trend)
Jeff
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I've read a lot on this forum about the steering servos. Luckily I've never had an issue with them. The Tornado S30 I previously owned came stock with the smallest servos Redcat has and I never had an issue with them. My sons Caldera has the same servos in it and they've been fine, and I bought this truck used. My daughters Volcano EPX has them as well. My Monsoon XTR came stock with the heavier 9 series servo for the steering and the 3 for throttle/brake. These have been good also. If your that concerned, it won't hurt to upgrade to the metal geared 9 series like Kasjeff suggested. If not run it and see what happens.
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I have a redcat volcano S30, which i really like. I have added a .21 engine to it. If your looking for inexpensive R/C cars and trucks check out this website http://www.nitrorcx.com/ I got my sone one of the Exceed Infinitive monster trucks. It is built identincal to the Volcano EPX. The one I got was a brushless truck, and other than the norm of the front pinion and steering knuckles the truck has been flawless. Its a few dollars cheaper and all the parts from the Volcano EPX will fit it. We are running a Lip 2S 4000mah in it and it is freaking FAST!!! I have turned it way down just so he can run it with out wrecking. Here is couple pictures. His is the green one.
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grass wont be an issue for the 10e or the sc.
As for the steering servo....yes, plan on upgrading. The radio/esc/motor are all pretty decent, but the servo's plastic gears do tend to fail.
A very cheap and good upgrade is the MG996R servo. Sometimes hobbypartz.com has them in stock for $10. Or you can buy them on ebay (ship from HK) for $8. They are metal geared and have more torque than the stock ones.
The next upgrade after the servo is a 2s lipo battery and lipo charger. Lipo's make the caldera's a beast. Its a big performance gain.
Again, hobbypartz.com has 2s lipo packs and chargers. You can get 2 good lipos and a charger for $100 shipped.
DO NOT BUY from nitrorcx. Yes, some of the models are basically the same things as what redcat sells, but good luck if you have any issues or defective parts. nitrorcx is not known for good customer service or warrenty service.
This is why I only buy from (and sell for) redcat. They do a pretty good job of backing up what they sell.
As for the steering servo....yes, plan on upgrading. The radio/esc/motor are all pretty decent, but the servo's plastic gears do tend to fail.
A very cheap and good upgrade is the MG996R servo. Sometimes hobbypartz.com has them in stock for $10. Or you can buy them on ebay (ship from HK) for $8. They are metal geared and have more torque than the stock ones.
The next upgrade after the servo is a 2s lipo battery and lipo charger. Lipo's make the caldera's a beast. Its a big performance gain.
Again, hobbypartz.com has 2s lipo packs and chargers. You can get 2 good lipos and a charger for $100 shipped.
DO NOT BUY from nitrorcx. Yes, some of the models are basically the same things as what redcat sells, but good luck if you have any issues or defective parts. nitrorcx is not known for good customer service or warrenty service.
This is why I only buy from (and sell for) redcat. They do a pretty good job of backing up what they sell.
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I heard that about NitroRC. But I look at it this way u pay for what you get. I have had to replace a couple dog bones and upgraded the pinion and diff gear in it. Ordered all the parts through Redcat and they fit fine. Did a lot of research before I bought his and found that the Redcat was the same not found any parts difference so far.
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Thanks for the information guys. I'm still debating my purchase. Redcat is perfect for my kids to start in RC's and my son drove my mxb5 for the first time and he was a little overwhelmed with the power but he really enjoyed it. Then after when we were finished, he helped me work on it for the first time. I think the RC bug has bit him pretty hard. Very nice to see. I do have the truck in my shopping cart with alum. knuckles but they are out of the 9g servo at urchobby but I'm waiting on an aution to end on eBay. I'm bidding on another Redcat and once the auction is over, I'll decide on my purchase. Does anyone know how well the SH engines are, like holding a tune or any other issues?
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Hey nitrosportsandrunner,
Do you have a part number for the lipo? I have a lipo charger already but need some direction on a battery upgrade.
Lastly, does anyone have a part number for an upgraded pinion on the 10SC?
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Do you have a part number for the lipo? I have a lipo charger already but need some direction on a battery upgrade.
Lastly, does anyone have a part number for an upgraded pinion on the 10SC?
Thanks
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Does anyone know how well the SH engines are, like holding a tune or any other issues?
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Does anyone know how well the SH engines are, like holding a tune or any other issues?
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Excellent! Thanks Dads like rc too!
I am getting a new servo and alum knuckles. What I have read, there's also an issue with the pinions. Do you know about this and if so, what upgrade did you go with?
I am getting a new servo and alum knuckles. What I have read, there's also an issue with the pinions. Do you know about this and if so, what upgrade did you go with?
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I have the exceed rc rally monster. Great truck for the price. Nitrorcx sell good trucks.
When I needed extra parts for just in case something breaks, I got some redcat vortex parts. totally compatible.
When I needed extra parts for just in case something breaks, I got some redcat vortex parts. totally compatible.
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Excellent! Thanks Dads like rc too!
I am getting a new servo and alum knuckles. What I have read, there's also an issue with the pinions. Do you know about this and if so, what upgrade did you go with?
Excellent! Thanks Dads like rc too!
I am getting a new servo and alum knuckles. What I have read, there's also an issue with the pinions. Do you know about this and if so, what upgrade did you go with?
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Dads like rc too its the gear pinion that you had discussed in the beginning of the thread. I do not have a Redcat dealer anywhere near me either, it will all have to be internet so I like to have known bad parts on hand just in case. I already purchased two new servos for replacements. A little more research and then I'll place an order sometime this week.
As soon as I recieve it, I'll post pics!
As soon as I recieve it, I'll post pics!
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Something to consider when deciding on the Caldera SC. You probably won't find many if any bodies that will fit.I believe it is quite a bit smaller in size compared to a traxxas slash and all of the other popular short course trucks on the market.
Other than that I think the Caldera vehicles perform well and I definitely recommend electric for children.
Other than that I think the Caldera vehicles perform well and I definitely recommend electric for children.
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Dads like rc too its the gear pinion that you had discussed in the beginning of the thread. I do not have a Redcat dealer anywhere near me either, it will all have to be internet so I like to have known bad parts on hand just in case. I already purchased two new servos for replacements. A little more research and then I'll place an order sometime this week.
As soon as I recieve it, I'll post pics!
Dads like rc too its the gear pinion that you had discussed in the beginning of the thread. I do not have a Redcat dealer anywhere near me either, it will all have to be internet so I like to have known bad parts on hand just in case. I already purchased two new servos for replacements. A little more research and then I'll place an order sometime this week.
As soon as I recieve it, I'll post pics!
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i have a exceed infinity i was given....front was trashed.
1: what model of redcat is close to this?
2: where can i get a body at??
found a sim truck chassis on da bay... may get that, and ust transfer engine over!
1: what model of redcat is close to this?
2: where can i get a body at??
found a sim truck chassis on da bay... may get that, and ust transfer engine over!