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Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / October 20044X4 Monster Truck
What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. Revo, T-Maxx, or Monster GT > > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. > > > Revo, T-Maxx, or Monster GT why not HPI's Savage? >>>What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. >> >>Revo, T-Maxx, or Monster GT > > why not HPI's Savage? I'm prejudiced. :-) Really I'm not impressed with the savage because of it's overly exposed fuel tank. (I know the T-Maxx isn't MUCH better but at least it has SOME form of chassis plate under it.) Also, it's a gas guzzler, which is why I put the GT 3rd. Finally, I've never try to break the chassis down, but the other trucks look much more modular. Can you get the tranny out of the savage without completely disassembling it? > >>>What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. > >> [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > Really I'm not impressed with the savage because of it's overly exposed > fuel tank. It's not a Pinto, so firey crashes aren't an issue. Why not have a fuel tank "exposed"? > Finally, I've never try to break the chassis > down, but the other trucks look much more modular. Can you get the > tranny out of the savage without completely disassembling it? I don't think so. We just bought a Savage 25 and put a gallon of fuel thru it this past week. We m ostly bash with it here in the city, but do plan on racing it at our track. I went with the Savage because of it's durability, ease of getting parts, and ease of finding hopups. It's our first Nitro vehicle. We're loving it. >> Really I'm not impressed with the savage because of it's overly exposed >> fuel tank. > > It's not a Pinto, so firey crashes aren't an issue. Why not have a fuel > tank "exposed"? Most fuel tank breakage I've seen was the result of wrecking and inertia cracking/breaking the tank. I haven't seen one break from getting hit by something else.  SignatureL.V.X., brother mouse http://cbsrmt.mousetrap.net/RMTdb/ CBS Radio Mystery Theater database http://greyhound.mousetrap.net/altus/ retired racing greyhound http://www.mousetrap.net/~mouse/cs.html How to get good phone support >>>Really I'm not impressed with the savage because of it's overly exposed >>>fuel tank. [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > inertia cracking/breaking the tank. I haven't seen one break from > getting hit by something else. Monster trucks are designed to crash. They're the ultimate bashers. So that makes how many broken fuel tanks per savage? You can't even get the Rx battery pack out of a Sav without removing a shock mounting bolt :-( > Can you get the > tranny out of the savage without completely disassembling it? > You can't even get the Rx battery pack out of a Sav without removing a shock > mounting bolt :-( I changed two packs this weekend and didn't have to do that. All I do is take the cover off. I have a 25 not the 21. Ok, you must have some knack that I never figured, I could never get the front of the cover back on without removing the shock mounting bolt on my old .21. > > You can't even get the Rx battery pack out of a Sav without removing a shock > > mounting bolt :-( [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > > I have a 25 not the 21. Just grab the top of the shock tower with your thumb and the bumper with your fingers (of your non dominant hand) and squeeze them together while pushing the front end down and rolling your hand forward, back wheels will come slightly off of the surface it is on. The shock tower should move forward and eezz peezzee, boom, she's in! Takes some planning when stuffing the wires and connectors into the compartment but I can do this in less than 2 minutes. I have a fail-safe and a recharge receptacle channelled out of the containment box with small notches too. The first time I did this, though, thought I would go wild too !;-) -- Steve > Ok, you must have some knack that I never figured, I could never get the > front of the cover back on without removing the shock mounting bolt on my [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > > > I have a 25 not the 21. Nitro: Traxxas REVO or T-Maxx > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. I forgot the electric option. The E-maxx is a killer platform. If it's out of your price range, then the Stampede will fit the bill nicely. Even though I recommended against the nitro stampede, the E-Stampede will not overpower it's 2wd, and can use standard 1/10 scale electronics and motors. Really cant go wrong with any "new" MT. Revo, Savage, LST, MGT, Mammoth, Ofna trucks. Find out what your lhs stocks go for it. Might stay away from that Genesis though. > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. I'd drive the *Maxx, Savage and Revo at least and see what you like. SignatureL.V.X., brother mouse http://cbsrmt.mousetrap.net/RMTdb/ CBS Radio Mystery Theater database http://greyhound.mousetrap.net/altus/ retired racing greyhound http://www.mousetrap.net/~mouse/cs.html How to get good phone support I have not been in this hobby for long (3 months) and I would strongly suggest a truck that your local hobby shop carries the most parts for. The hobby shop will be a place to make good and long lasting friendships with as they can make or break the whole experience too. I have just received a new engine for my truck after a two week period of not being able to run it. (I chose to wait for the new big block .28 Wasp engine to come in) I have a very, very good hobby shop in my area and the staff are exceptional. Let me tell you no matter what truck you get, if you can't get a part in a hurry it is hell! And you will need parts! No matter what truck you get!!!!!!!!! -- Steve > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. Losi LST. -- Ryan - RnRpinball, Inc. www.RnRpinball.com Other Recomended Web Browsing www.auggie.net www.angelfaith.net www.midasrecords.net > What truck do you recomend in this class. It won't be used for racing. Hot bodies dirt demon! Ausome truck |
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