Seems we've both been thru the same thing or darn near close! I bought a RC set up way back in the late 70's and things have changed alot! I never used the stuff but sold it since I found out just how expensive it was. Now being older and having more cash at hand I got back into it and enjoy repairing and flying!

My words of wisdom would be.....If you can't afford it don't get into it!