build a driftter from scratch?
 

I want to build a drifter from scratch from about $180.....I already have a radio, so everything besides that

I'm completely new to drifting so I want to know what you people have to say

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

do you mean buying all parts individually, or you just want to assemble a kit, because if your buying individual parts to build a car, it will be very costly and youd be much better off buying a kit and just building it yourself

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

then again you can build a drifter out of many different chassis parts from other cars. Id say gofor it, but it will take more than 180 bucks. If you want to save, get a tt01 or a ta05 kit.

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

really....i thought it would be cheaper considering its electric?.............what kind of drift set up should I get for $180-$200

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

if you already have a radio,you can pick up any of the tamiya TT-01 kits,with the esc,for about $100.00-$120.00. your best bet,would be to get the TT-01D kit,which has bearings,and some other essential upgrades,for $135.00 from most suppliers. thenrun the stock drift tires with that kit,or,pick up some black ABS pipe,(from RV/motorhome supply companies,check your yellow pages) and make your own drift tires. any decent peak charger,and some good nimh stick packs,and have fun.

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

should the motor be upgraded?

RE: build a driftter from scratch?
 

that is entirely up to you. an aluminum prop shaft is highly reccomended,and,if not purchasing the TT-01D,a full set of ball bearings. the TT-01D comes with a sport tuned motor,that works well,but,any good 27T rebuildable stock motor works great.