ScaleJK4x4

t9dragon

My Feedback: (11)

If you are just going to bash then get the 4wd Slash..

t9dragon

My Feedback: (11)

If you are just going to bash then get the 4wd Slash..

ScaleJK4x4

What if i wanted to do more than just "bash". Actually race and stuff. Is the Slash still the best option for starting out.

fighttheban

I have an HPI Blitz which is 2WD, I haven't raced it but from comparing it to my mates 4wd slash the blitz does look more 'race ready' I'm not sure it just looks more suited to racing, however the 4x4 slash has tons more grip and is the better basher IMO as wet grass is a no go for the blitz but the slash handles it just fine

ElectricGuy007

4wd SC10 looks excellent!
Yet it wont be out for a couple months, AE really did thier homework on this one!

Antunes_Bruno

hi.
from the few cars that i drove the 2wd slash was the most funny to drive.
just my "50cents"

LewAshby

You can always convert 4wd to 2wd a lot easier than 2wd to 4wd.

mc4798

My Feedback: (8)

The Slash 4x4 isa nicebasher and is aok racer on the club level. If you get into racing and start really comparing trucks you will find the Hyper/Jammin trucks to be better suited for racing. It is all what you put into it.

The new SC10 4x4 is going to change things. Im willing to bet it brings a graceful presensce to SC racing. Will proably handle more like a 4wd buggy which is going to be a huge plus.

The sc18 had/has issues with burning up motors/esc and is just about useless unless you run on carpet or a perfectly groomed track.

Slop Jockey

Scale, I see you are from Plant City. There is a nice indoor facility there that runs short course on carpet. It would be a good place to visit and see what others are running. I have been there on a few occasions and they have a decent turnout. The stock SC class is the largest. Check it out.

ScaleJK4x4

Hey Slop,

Cool. Do you know where it is? I've only found a couple places in Tampa.

378

My Feedback: (4)

I'd grab a 4WD truck. I don't race, so the extra traction in mud/snow would be welcome.


Most likely I'd grab a Slayer, as it is the only nitro 4WD SC I can find that has reverse available...even if you do have to install the reverse yourself...

Slop Jockey

It's off Thonotosassa Rd. right behind BuddyFreddys & Sonny's restaurants. It's addy is 1103 Goldfinch Dr. It's called Fl. Indoor RC Complex.

ScaleJK4x4

Thats awesome man. Thanks much! I may check it out tomorrow! Appreciatethe info. What do you race?

ScottStaypuff

For a beginner looking to race and bash I recommend a 2wd, and of the 2wd's I recommend the Blitz. I love mine. Its durable like the Slash and handles like the SC10. I've tested the durability and my buddy consistently places well in races with one.

yotaman1991

Don't even bother with brushed trucks, go brushless, brushed motors are on their way out like vhs and cassette tapes. Unless your are only going to race don't get a 2wd over a 4wd, a 4wd is easier to drive around a track for a newbie too and does the back yord thing better. What kind of budget do you intend on, that will make a big difference too? If you want the best off both worlds get the slash 4x4, I race mine competivily at local tracks and place pretty well with no more than 150 dollars in upgrades. The new losi 4x4 sc looks very nice, will probally be my race preference for the season. Read up on brushless motors, electronic speed controlers or "esc",2.4 radios,and lipo batteriesas you will definetly find yourself wanting them. My slash 4x4 has treated me well but if you want a straight up what to buy answer I would say get the 4x4 losi ten short course(it will be available very soon as you can already preorder them) add anyelectronics of your choice and wait for the smiles to come. welcome to our addiction.

LewAshby

Brushed motors are not going anywhere.

378

My Feedback: (4)

Brushed motors may not be going anywhere, but they're not exactly desirable anymore either. The only reason people still use them is that it only costs 15-30 bucks for a good brushed motor. Once BL tech comes down in price enough the only people who will be running brushed are people with cars that can't support brushless.

res3567

The BL motors are already down....although not the name brand models.However, Castle Creations has a SC setup (motor and esc) that is reasonably priced. I picked up a Tacon for 24.70 with free shipping from Hobbypartzand it performed very well.But you stlll have to upgrade to the brushless ESC, and it looks like those are coming down in price as well.

FoamyVictim

2WD will make you a better driver. I like 4WD, because it's easier. So if you're just getting into racing, I'd suggest 2WD. Its cheaper, and will teach you how to drive.

2WD Race:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53sLboHKuGQ[/youtube]

Us letting loose in a 4WD race. By the way, before the race started we all agreed to NOT get mad, so ignore the camera man. It was the very last race a this track, so we were hamming it up.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxRkGrd_dg8[/youtube]

yotaman1991

on that note I even hooked up my vcr for my kids to watch an old xxx-main video this morning before church.They are becoming less and less desirable as brushless technology moves along though. as far as a none crawler goes brushless is better, my ax-10 will be my only brushed vechileafter feburary is over. Let's not make this a brushed vs brushless arguement as that isn't really the topic here. But brushless has far more advantages in a offroad land rcs like our short course trucks.

ElectricGuy007

Why is team checkpoint taking thier brushed motors off the market?
It's hard to find those motors anywhere anymore...
Im getting hard to find and difficult to find in the future.
The only brushed motors Tower Hobbies carries is 55T crawler motors.

FoamyVictim

The same reason its hard to find Steam Engines. They will become a novelty, something you tell your grand kids about... you know, "Up hill through the snow, both ways..."

ozzie-crawl

i race both 2wd and 4wd, i enjoy both. i dont believe 4wd is easier than 2wd,just 2 different driving styles and means your not pushing the 4wd hard enough if you think its easier