Derrick87

First off i would like to say hi from north east PA.
Well to start. I need some help. Im looking into getting back into 1/8th scale buggy racing/bashing. I had one years ago an OFNA hyper 7 pro kit not sure what engine or pipe had an old old Futaba radio system and not sure what servo's etc.
I have about a grand to spend on this project so i want something that"s durable reliable and will last. Iv been doing some searching and found that Losi Mugen and Kyosho seem to be the best? Im pretty sure i want to build it from the ground up "kit,engine,pipe,servo's,etc"
If any one would be so kind as to point me in the right direction as far as kits and everything i would need to add upto my price point that would be great.


Thanks Derrick

Scott711

Hi Derrick, welcome back to the hobby. Are you only considering gas or are you interested in electric too?

Derrick87

just gas Scott

Scott711

Alright, I'll leave that to others who know the gas side of the hobby. I focus mostly on electric but from what I know about gas it sounds like you're moving in the right direction.

Derrick87

yeah im hoping somone will point in a better direction honestly i really have no idea whats "good" persay

Scott711

Just a quick thought popped into my head. You should also look at Xray buggies, I've run their electric buggies and they are solid, reliable and strong.
Here's a link to it...http://www.teamxray.com/xb8/

mugeyman

hi derrick87 , you should also look at kyosho inferno mp9 tki 3 and mugen mbx7 , tekno nb48.3
xray losi eight 4.0 nitro buggies these are very popular and are tops racing and plenty of parts are available, some of these models are great racers in europe also , you might be over a grand by time
you get motors , servos , radio/receiver and tires ok good luck in your search ok mugey

Derrick87

thanks mugey. yeah i think i am set on getting the kyosho tki3 kit. think you can help with what other components i will need that wont kill my wallet lol? they dont have to be top of the line or anything just wanted a nice roller kit to handle well etc.

Derrick87

well i did have pm's about parts options from a member on here but i never seen the pm's until it was to late and kinda picked the parts myself lol what do you guys think?

mugeyman

hi derrick87 , yes good choice , very nice , tell us more of what you installed in kyosho mp9 tki3
and what radio and receiver set up thanks and good luck ,jeez some one finally listened to me .
ok mugey

Derrick87

Well i went with Futaba 3pl 2.4gh RX and TX combo not the best but decent. As for the servo's i went with the Kyosho tki3 rtr ones pretty cheap and there metal gear. motor pipe and manifold are novarossi .21 off 129$ for the combo on sale. tires are proline bowties med. Went with 37.5 TA front shock oil and TA 35 rear.