First post:
I bought a Ecx Torment on Monday. This is my first rc anything, other than toys as a child. I knew almost nothing when I went in to purchase it. I had read a little here and there about different this and that, but after talking with the hobby store owner / worker and reading this, I feel like I made a wise choice. I'm glad I went somewhere instead of orderring it of the web. I was set on spending a lot more, just because of my lack of knowledge. I also purchased a 5000 MAH NiMH battery and seperate ac or dc charger to go along with it. Over the hour and a half I have got to use it, it has taken quite a bit of abuse. The first trip out was at night in the road, where I might have smacked a curb or two.I also rolled it over a couple times. This afternoon I was able to get out in the dirt and play hard. Man its fun! But I rolled it hard a couple times and broke a (not real sure) steering spindle. It is the piece that connects the tie rod to the wheel bearing. Anyway I am off to look for a replacement tomorrow. Does anybody know if it is compatible with another more popular model?

I can't believe how much fun I've had with it already. I should have bought one years ago.