Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / May 2004

Hi all,

I am sure this has been covered a billion times, but thought I would
throw it at this group.

I am looking into getting a 4x4 truck rc Nitro based kit.  I don't
know a thing about RC cars but have built 15+ kit planes, ranging from
small 25 sized planes to 90 sized 4 stroke planes.  

I am looking for a nice 4x4 truck kit that I can take my time
building.  Was thinking bigger engine is better maybe 1/8 scale with
25 sized engine?  Who is making a rugged truck out there?  Also what
engine brand should I look at?  I.e.  OS and Saito are nice for plane
engines, but what about trucks?  Any direction or helpful links would
be a plus.  

I will only be using it for backyard playtime, no racing or events of
any kind.

Was looking at hobbypeople and towerhobbies.  Anybody else sell online
I should be looking at?

Many thanks!