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Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / January 2004Team Associated RC10 B3 or B4
I'm looking at the RC10 B3 Factory Team and the B4 Stealth; I've been out of the RC world for a few years, but I'm not totally new. I would like something that is going to be around for a while (where parts are available for a few years at least) and I don't need the latest/greatest/fastest thing available. I really like the price of either the B3 Team or the B4 model ($180ish without radio, motor, etc) and I see the basic differences between the B3 and the B4 but I still have a couple of questions in no special order (keep in mind that I'm doing 90% backyard bashing and 10% racing on a local track): 1. How long will parts be available for the B3 2. What is the advantage (or disadvantage) to the "stealth" (B4) 3. Any comments from somebody who has run both of them as far as tuneability, durability, etc. I'm also interested in how others have setup their cars, I'm really interested in seeing pictures or reading up on what others have done as far as modifications, add-ons and updates. Thanks much We race T2's, T3's, B3's and B4's > 1. How long will parts be available for the B3 From what the AE website says for years to come. Check out their website for readers questions that are answered in the forums sections. http://www.rc10.com > 2. What is the advantage (or disadvantage) to the "stealth" (B4) From what we notice because the way the buggy is designed it handles way better, can take curves faster, the steering is better and more responsive thru turns. The B4 is way smoother than the b3. > 3. Any comments from somebody who has run both of them as far as > tuneability, durability, etc. It's sold as the most tuneable buggy available. Durability I think is based on how much you crash. Don't use any of the "upgrade" carbon fiber parts if you want it to be more crash proof. the stock composite parts have more flex and take more of a beating than carbon. Keep extra arms, axle mounts and front end parts available. Also depending on the motor choice axle shims. If the extra 50 bucks doesn't make a difference I'd get the B4 kit, mainly because you'll build it yourself and know how every part goes together. Awesome response, that's exactly the type of information that I was looking for:-) Question... Composite and Carbon are not the same thing? Meaning I see a lot of descriptions using "Plastic" and I understand that Carbon is stiffer, but not STRONGER therefore I'm happy with the "Plastic" parts (to start) but am not sure if plastic and composite are one in the same. Thanks! Essentially plastic is the same as composite. Plastic is the generic for what individual companies use in their beginner grade parts. They each come up with their own unique (or not) blend, which they refer to as their custom "composite".  SignatureJustin Mahn remove Panties to e-mail > Awesome response, that's exactly the type of information that I was > looking for:-) Question... Composite and Carbon are not the same > thing? Meaning I see a lot of descriptions using "Plastic" and I > understand that Carbon is stiffer, but not STRONGER therefore I'm > happy with the "Plastic" parts (to start) but am not sure if plastic > and composite are one in the same. Thanks! Last question (for now:-)) given the option of buying a B3 or a B4 (kit) regardless of price, which would you choice and why?? Thanks again! >>>I'm also interested in how others have setup their cars, I'm really interested in seeing pictures or reading up on what others have done as far as modifications, add-ons and updates. I have a B3 and my friend has a new B4. We both drive with similar skils (that being intermediate drivers). Neither car seems to be more dominant and on the track they appear to handle about the same. I would suggest that if you have the money you should by the B4 because it is the newer. However, if you are trying to get a car cheaply, I would look for a used B3 that is in good condition. tim >Last question (for now:-)) given the option of buying a B3 or a B4 >(kit) regardless of price, which would you choice and why?? [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] >interested in seeing pictures or reading up on what others have done >as far as modifications, add-ons and updates. well, for those who are interested - I ended up getting a used RC10 (b3 I think) off of Ebay for $150; I'll get started with this and get back into the ins and outs of RC before getting the B4 kit (the package with battery, charger, esc, radio gear, etc, total is about $450). Then I hope to upgrade the 'used' RC10 to a Nitro:-) |
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