mrellis

Opinions... Is the Savy 25 Limited (3-speed) worth the extra $100 over Savy 25?

dst747

u cn probs get it cheaper than 100 bucks more than ur average savvy, but yeah, its awesome. 10% more low end punch and 10%more top speed. add the pipe, tyres/wheels, airfilter, brakes etc...awesome!

mrellis

Thnx for feedback. I can get a Savy Limited for $469 (which includes a carry bag). It would be my first nitro... not sure I want to spend more than $400. Plus I would want reverse (another $60). What about fail-safe... would you recommend for a newb?

dst747

definate for failsafe. then ull need glo-start, fuel n batteries. part frm that i reckn ur pretty much set. The savage is a true basher - will take whatever you throw at it. However, if your not wanting to part with the extra cash then go with the standard savvy 25 - you could always upgrade it where funds allow. I got mine and havent looked back!

alvinl

Get the LE and definitely get a failsafe. It is well worth the xtra $100 and the failsafe is priceless.

dst747

i didnt get reverse, and i dont think i need it, but i guess i aint as lazy as some!!! didnt want the extra weight anyone else got the reverse?

alvinl

I have thought about buying the reverse because it's kind of cool, not because I really need it.

mrellis

Is the Savy 25 just as bulletproof as the LE or is it a lesser grade vehicle? What top speed on the standard and LE?

alvinl

I don't think the standard Savage 25 has the upgraded diffs like the LE does. The 3 speed in the LE also adds a little speed, but I am not sure you will notice the difference between 40 and 44 MPH. I also like the Dirt Bonz tires that come with the LE and 4.6. They grip really good.

dst747

also better low-end punch. Tyres are great, work on all surfaces.

mrellis

Yeah LE may be great with extras, but is $469 a good price? I'm still think'n for a newb, the basic Savage 25 will be pleanty of truck and will be resistant to most things I throw at it.

alvinl

There is nothing wrong with the Savage 25. The LE just adds a bunch of addons for cheaper that you could buy the addons individually. You will enjoy the 25 probably as much as you would the 25 LE.

mrellis

Can a standard drill start a savage or do I need the roto?

alvinl

I think a drill will work, but make sure it has reverse and an adjustable torque so you don't break anything. But a drill does not turn as many RPM's as the rotostart.

Chronic

I just bought a LE last week, and I absolutely love it. It spanks a "regular" 25 on both ends, and it stops better too. You get the diff upgrade, brake upgrade, three speed, tuned pipe, better air filter, and dirt bones.....it's worth the extra money. I paid $495 for mine at a LHS and it didn't come with any extras, so you're getting a decent price. I smoked a Picco powered Tmaxx like it had Marlboro printed across it. I've got a cocky Revo owner that wants to drag race next week, so we'll see what happens there. I might be wrong, but I think he's going down. I'm a little worried about the LST2 that wants to run the same day though.....

Even with swapping to the 47T spur gear it still wheelies like mad and when third kicks in it's freakin gone.