Naturally what you get here are opinions so here are mine. I have been in RC for at least 55 yr. with a couple of breaks at times .I have several aircraft that are 10 to 15 years old and all is well with them, including the motors. The radio gear has improved so much it doesn't make sense to use it. I have used JR for many years so got myself the JR Spektrum radio. Only way to go these days, check it out. HAPPY FLYING.