I got bit too last month when I bought the HL Panzer III (modding it to make it more accurate). I also just bought the TAMIYA Panther last week for a bargian price of $675 (all taxes and shipping included! (I know the problems with the tracks, but I just LOVE the panther and will "cross that bridge" (sorry for the pun) when I get there). RC tanks are really fun as you can mod and paint them, and then RUN them!!! i agree that you guys have been VERY helpful1 But I have all you guys to blame now for my new addiction!