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Old 10-26-2009 | 08:55 AM
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Hi I new here and was wondering can you fix a controller that has switches that don't work(redcat tornado buggy) Can I replace the controller switches or Can I buy new controller. Is the buggy no good anymore if the controller doesnt work..I don't want to throw it away but I know nothing about this rc car stuff It is my son's buggy and I cant contact him right now to ask him..Please someopne help me
Old 10-26-2009 | 09:13 AM
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You can purchase another inexpensive radio and receiver to use with that buggy. You can also order a replacement radio from redcat racing.
Old 10-26-2009 | 10:45 AM
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yup, you could potentially replace the switch, but you could definitely replace the remote if needed.
Old 10-26-2009 | 11:06 AM
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how much will it cost to fix or replace
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Old 10-26-2009 | 01:18 PM
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how much will it cost to fix or replace
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There are 2 LHS in your area, check with them and see what they have.
Old 10-26-2009 | 03:35 PM
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thirty five dollars and sixty three cents
exactly
Old 10-26-2009 | 04:02 PM
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ok its been taking care of...thanks all for your advice
Old 10-26-2009 | 04:23 PM
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So what was the problem with the radio?

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