Bigjimknickers Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Hi, is this the same as the ultimate just with no tx/rx/batt/charger? Or has it got more alloy goodies? I'm thinking of getting one as its bonus time at work so I'm due a good payment, however they don't seem to be in stock anywhere in the uk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 (edited) Yeah no electrics and no telemetry the ultimate comes with all these. Oh and the platinum has a clear body. Although OOS at MS i'm sure they will be getting them in soon just drop them an email and ask. Edited August 10, 2013 by stretch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share Posted August 10, 2013 (edited) I'm pretty sure it has the velineon esc & motor installed though. http://www.modelsport.co.uk/traxxas-slash-platinum-rolling-chassis/rc-car-products/372866 Edited August 10, 2013 by Bigjimknickers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 yeah I meant none of the electrics you mentioned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share Posted August 10, 2013 Ok so alloy upgrade parts are the same as the ultimate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 11, 2013 Author Share Posted August 11, 2013 Anyone?? Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 from the posts I've read yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 11, 2013 Author Share Posted August 11, 2013 Ok thanks, Next question is what companies in the uk stock the platinum ? Is it worth importing ftom the USA? (Tower hobbies?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 ask MS for a stock update, then, if you can't wait, decide if your urge to buy justifies the import costs and associated duties of buying from the US. Have you checked European suppliers at all, cheaper freight costs and no customs.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 ask MS for a stock update, then, if you can't wait, decide if your urge to buy justifies the import costs and associated duties of buying from the US. Have you checked European suppliers at all, cheaper freight costs and no customs.... Ok, what's a good European modelshop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Jim, had I just bought/sought out what you're after, I would share the info, but, with respect, I am not seeking you out a new toy. Suggestions have been made pointing you in directions, use the net/eBay etc and seek out what you want, then, ask for opinions/user feedback. Part of any hobby is being canny and seeking out those bargains to be had for yourself, least I believe that is part of the fun. You can then feel good about sharing your finds with others too.....that is just good forum karma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 I've checked eBay & searched many times for platinum traxxas slash it simply doesn't come up much which is the reason for the question, I have no experiance in European model shops again the reason for asking just for anyone with any idea of a stockist in Europe. It seems that towerhobbies is the place to import from the USA or wait for msuk to get it back in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Fair play,that wasn't made clear. Have you spoken to MS yet? Tower hobbies are a good company to buy from, comes back to the additional import costs. One in Italy, eBay item no 350801064609 tho it is pricey;offers accepted mind.... Looks as if EU suppliers are OOS like MS....Traxxas will always serve the US market first, then everyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 I'm thinking of http://bit.ly/16dzMgj Great price, I've never bought from the USA before though, I know there is import duty but is that all? If so I think I'll get one of these! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 Hmm not sure now, works out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
logicpaul Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 (edited) You could try valuerc on ebay, i got a slash ultimate lcg rolling chassis from them, you`ll have to crunch the numbers as to weather its worth it. It suited me as i had a motor and esc ready and handset etc. I went baja on it. http://www.msuk-forum.co.uk/gallery/image/23380-/ Edited August 15, 2013 by logicpaul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 It is always the same quandary when importing, patience vs overall cost..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 Emailed msuk they say there in the end of the month, I can wait for then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 It will be worth it....well worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksprogis Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 That it will Still adore the slash's Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DazzaClio Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Emailed msuk they say there in the end of the month, I can wait for then. Good choice. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 (edited) Just been on tower hobbies site & went throughout the whole slash process, at this time I can get $75 discount meaning it'd be... Edited January 9, 2014 by Bigjimknickers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean-vrs Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I got one from MS for Christmas, paint the shell and add your own Radio Gear, and your away awesome truck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigjimknickers Posted January 23, 2014 Author Share Posted January 23, 2014 I got one from MS for Christmas, paint the shell and add your own Radio Gear, and your away awesome truck How is the velineon system holding up in yours? Do you run 3s at all? I'm still very tempted by one of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.K Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I was running 3s on my velineon. It was rapid but ran sooooo hot! If you're hoping to run 3s in the long term then you'll definitely want to swap out for a more capable system. I only ran about 4 packs through the stock leccys as I wanted to swap it out before it blew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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