t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Hello im Pete and new to this me and my daughter have decided we would like to buy a rc car but are unsure what to get and what not to get. Ive always wanted one from being a child but could never afford one so when the daughter said she would like one i thought brilliant, after looking on abay and shops there are just so many to choose from. Budget wise is any thing around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 Also forgot to add there is also a track near me at wombwell, barsnley for the rc cars so i can also use it on there aswell and has any one from here used it and im sure they still do compettions there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) I wouldn't go for either of the cars linked, ones an Acme and the other is better known as the Royal Flush. Can't go wrong with the > Firestorm Flux < for under Edited November 21, 2011 by GorillaZilla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancook97 Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 yes you cant beat the firestorm for the money tough, durable, cheap spares and easy to work on, good luck dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Brilliant thankyou ive just had a quick read and noticed i need a Edited November 21, 2011 by t5pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 This might also be a silly questions but why do most if not all the rc cars ive seen come with the pistol grip controllers and not the twin stick ones. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Either this Imax B6 AC, or Core-RC UAC 50 would do. Arguably the Core-RC is better quality. As for batteries, Either These, using their solder service to put a deans connector on for you, or something like These from giant cod, If you don't mind a bit of soldering to put your own deans connectors on I could always find something better value At HobbyKing. Edited November 21, 2011 by GorillaZilla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Its just down to personal preferance regarding Pistol Grip Vs Stick type. Though pistol grip types just feel better suited to ground vehicle use, for me anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 Either this Imax B6 AC, or Core-RC UAC 50 would do. Arguably the Core-RC is better quality. As for batteries, Either These, using their solder service to put a deans connector on for you, or something like These from giant cod, If you don't mind a bit of soldering to put your own deans connectors on I could always find something better value At HobbyKing. Brilliant thank you as for soldering thats not a problem at all. also if you dont mind do you know of any 4x4 rc cars that are well built like the firestorm. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) I don't know of anything better than the firestorm under Edited November 21, 2011 by GorillaZilla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumper Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 the cars you chose were a perfect example of what not to get,but thats fine cos your a newbie. The firestorm flux is one of the best cars out there and the 4wd doesn't make that much difference unless your on a low grip surface (eg loose dirt). also 2wd can wheelie and get the tail out which makes it alot more fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 as per the others the firestorm is the way to go it's a tried/tested/proved truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICEMAN 35 Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 yeah What he said ^^ firestorms are great fun, i have 4x4's such as the bullet, but you need to mod em to make em tough - the firestorms are surprisingly tough - i have a flux system in mine and it'll keep up with a savage(on 4s) in a drag race nothing but praise for this tough little truck - All HPI seems well built to me, some just have the odd flaw that needs tweaking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 Hello yeah ive been watching the footage and they look fantastic i was just woundering if there was anything else 4wd but after seeing them ill deffinatly order one. A fellow member has recomended these batterys from the hobbyking which look brilliant and are alot cheeper than buying of ebay am i correct in thinking the higher mAh rating the longer the battery will last? http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=14317 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Coe Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Wombwell is an onroad track, and doesn't race any offroaders at all, so basically none of your options will work there. You'd need a touring car for there really. If you want to race, the B4 edges out the Firestorm as, whilst Wombwell don't run either there are several other clubs in the area that race 1/10th buggys (Batley or the excellent Robinhood raceway at Blyth for example) but few that run trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Well done you won't be disapopointed yes the higher MAH the longer the runtime. Due to the design of the battery try and the fact you can install supplied bits of foam for a snug fit the batteries where the wires exit out the top are best ie http://www.hobbyking...dcase_pack.html or http://www.hobbyking..._Approved_.html Edited November 21, 2011 by stretch 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumper Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) A fellow member has recomended these batterys from the hobbyking which look brilliant and are alot cheeper than buying of ebay am i correct in thinking the higher mAh rating the longer the battery will last? http://www.hobbyking...idProduct=14317 you are correct the higher the mah the longer they will last on one charge. you will also need a balance charger but that was said in a previous post by GorillaZilla ^ beat me to it! Edited November 21, 2011 by Jumper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Sorry to be a pian but just to check things i need http://www.ebay.co.u...r-/160590885462 Charger http://www.hobbyking...dcase_pack.html Top exit X2 batterys http://www.ebay.co.u...984.m1423.l2649 DEANS connectors http://www.ebay.co.u...984.m1423.l2649 And finally the firestorm. Thank you Edited November 21, 2011 by t5pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 see my post re the batteries mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldblades7 Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 top setup that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 see my post re the batteries mate Yeah sorry about that i must have been typing while you was i just need to wait for them to restock as the 5000 ones are on -6 stock level at the mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Just be aware that when doing orders over Edited November 21, 2011 by GorillaZilla 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5pete Posted November 21, 2011 Author Share Posted November 21, 2011 (edited) Just bought http://www.hobbyking...Warehouse_.html Thank you for all your help ill get picks up when every thing arrives Edited November 21, 2011 by t5pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horny_Lambo Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 (edited) If you and your daughter are new to the rc world I would highly recommend a "Brushed" Traxxas Rustler first off. Very tough, durable, waterproof and for newbies the ESC has a Training Mode which turns down the wick while you both gain more confidence and experience in car control. Once you are both happy the fitting a brushless system is relatively cheap at about 70 GBP. RC can be an expensive past time Edited November 22, 2011 by Horny_Lambo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaZilla Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 (edited) I can't really recommend the Traxxas rustler, I have found out what I can about it, Its a good Car, As good or better as the Firestorm in durability, Along with good parts support. but doesn't have the quality handling the firestorm has. The main reason I can't recommend it is the price, Its not great value for money. The low power brushed version is the same price as the Brushless High torque 40+MPH Firestorm flux. And the brushless version that has a slightly better brushless system than the Edited November 22, 2011 by GorillaZilla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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