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Old 03-06-2006, 07:06 PM
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all right, been shopping for a new radio, i want fm, its for a rs4 3 18ss. at my lhs they sell the futaba 3pm and airtronics mx3s, i know i want either one of these. the mx3s is only $20 more, i like the features of the futaba more, such as lap counter and abs, although i dont know if i'll use abs ever. however, i like the lcd screen and menus of the mx3s, and its also synthesized for only $20 more. i do occasionally plan to run my car at my lhs's parking lot track on weekends, but mainly bashing.
Old 03-06-2006, 07:33 PM
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I have the 3PM from Futaba and love it. Never have I been dissapointed with a Futaba radio system. (surface/air)
For you, I would say it all depends if you want a synthesized radio.

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hey ur in canada too? cool, same here. of yeah if u dont mind my asking, how much did u pay for the 3pm? my lhs quoted me for $229, and the mx3s for $250. im sure they can get me a deal though, usually get great deals from them.
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I paid about $200 CDN. I bought it on tower's site for 120 with no servos. Where in Canada are you?

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Scarbourough area, my lhs is advance hobbies, great store, and their employees are awesome after u get to know them, always giving u good deals on packages and stuff
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I have heard of it. Mine is Skycraft in Burlington.

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Default RE: airtronics mx3s or futaba 3pm

For $20 dollars difference, go synth. No question about it.

For another good radio in that price range, have a look at a JR XS-3. Synth as well, and i prefer it to the MX-3 (Which I also have).

Get your hands on both and see which feels right.

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