Mo. Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Hi Guys, Want to buy a slash, but is the ultimate version worth the extra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom C Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Not now imo the slash is enough as it is, I had the ultimate but when i bought mine it was Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juggernaut jims Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 See if you can get a roller or a second hand one as it will be half the price although beating new rc out of the box is hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 I'd prefer to buy a new one, currently building a project truck so don't want another So the ultimate not worth it? Mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 So is it better just to get this; http://www.modelsport.co.uk/traxxas-slash-4x4-tqi/rc-car-products/367967 opposed to the ultimate? http://www.modelsport.co.uk/traxxas-slash-4x4-ultimate-tqi-premium/rc-car-products/367969 They're otherwise essentially the same thing, motor and electrics wise with the same top speeds, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottPro8.5 Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Yes, but no! The ultimate has a slightly bigger battery than the stock (few more mAh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 Yes, but no! The ultimate has a slightly bigger battery than the stock (few more mAh) The battery doesn't mean much lol, I'll be using my lipos. Choices choices! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottPro8.5 Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 The battery doesn't mean much lol, I'll be using my lipos. Choices choices! I know, i just ditched the battery that came with mine haha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazzabruv105 Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 If you are prepared to pay around 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DazzaClio Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Hi Guys, Want to buy a slash, but is the ultimate version worth the extra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 I like the look of the Losi TEN SCTE but its not waterproof. I'm after a waterproof one. What else can you comment on the Ultimate? Is it otherwise a good truck? Thanks Mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Didski Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 (edited) Hi mate, I had the same questions recently but bought 6808 (not ultimate) and then ended up buying the docking base for Edited September 21, 2012 by Didski Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 I hear what you're saying buddy. But it's not a truck I want to get to do mods to, I've got others for that, I want this one to play in wet weather conditions etc. Your upgrades sound like most of what comes with the ultimate, no? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 No, the ultimate just has a few ally bits. You'll still need rpm wishbones and better rear CVDs if you want a really tough truck. I've never owned the Losi, but heard great things about it. As for wet running, the hardware will rust. It's fun splashing about, but requires a lot of aftercare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Didski Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 My upgrades took a total of 20 minutes to do so and you don't have to do the mods, you can run stock battery or 2s 5000mAh happily and do nothing on the standard 4x4 (non ultimate)! Docking base is the only thing you get on ultimate from my list, the other aluminium bits the ultimate has you don't really need. The only other addition I am contemplating to help is a shroud - did think about the proline undertray but reviews weren't great where as the shroud seemed to cover it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 My upgrades took a total of 20 minutes to do so and you don't have to do the mods, you can run stock battery or 2s 5000mAh happily and do nothing on the standard 4x4 (non ultimate)! Docking base is the only thing you get on ultimate from my list, the other aluminium bits the ultimate has you don't really need. The only other addition I am contemplating to help is a shroud - did think about the proline undertray but reviews weren't great where as the shroud seemed to cover it all. I don't agree here, my ally parts have been superb. My mate bought a stock version and kept breaking carriers and knuckles. Now he's fitted the ally parts and the weaknesses have gone away. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Didski Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I don't agree here, my ally parts have been superb. My mate bought a stock version and kept breaking carriers and knuckles. Now he's fitted the ally parts and the weaknesses have gone away. OK, but it depends on the driver and conditions atleast, my stock one has no aluminium parts except the bearing adapter but I have only been driving it hard (mainly bashing) for around a month. Whilst aluminium upgrades will be superb fro strength, that additional cost may not be necessary from the start and upgrades can be done if and when needed (if being the point). Runs perfectly well on stock is what I was saying, upgrades etc will depend on how driven and personal preference, that's all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 OK, but it depends on the driver and conditions atleast, my stock one has no aluminium parts except the bearing adapter but I have only been driving it hard (mainly bashing) for around a month. Whilst aluminium upgrades will be superb fro strength, that additional cost may not be necessary from the start and upgrades can be done if and when needed (if being the point). Runs perfectly well on stock is what I was saying, upgrades etc will depend on how driven and personal preference, that's all. That's all fair comment. Side impacts do the most damage, the ally bits, when combined with rpm wishbones, stop all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Didski Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 My new rpm front should arrive today - much needed after a lot of high jumps, many of which are landing on the front bumper! Its the one RPM part that some people have thought is a downgrade - will see this weekend!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksprogis Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Go ultimate mate Check my thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Thanks for all the words fellas. I'll be going with an ultimate...will do Jack. Mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksprogis Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Very good mate . You won't regret it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pher0 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 ally hubs + rpm wishbones = bulletproof i smashed mine on 3s, 18t pinion full whack into a lamp post and it hit it dead center of the tyre pinged off it so hard it did a 360 and all that broke was a steering turnbuckle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo. Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 (edited) Ok! So I've got my slash ultimate! Had quite a bit if fun with it at the local bmx track. But I want to get some new tyre wheel combo for it. Anyone have any suggestions? Preferably I'd like a premounted set, can be asked with gluing them unless its something really good. I want to go for something that is a little bigger that will give me some more ground clearance. So what are your suggestions? Something like these I was thinking; http://www.modelsport.co.uk/pro-line-dirt-hawg-2.8-mounted-on-desperado-black-jato-rear-electric-stampede-rustler-front-or-stampede-4x4-f-r-/rc-car-products/366408 http://www.modelsport.co.uk/ansmann-racing-1-8-truggy-tyre-rim-set-dish-terra-white/rc-car-products/37965 Broke an a arm, accidentally drove it in a bench, so bought rpm replacements. Thanks guys. Mo Edited October 2, 2012 by Mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juggernaut jims Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 You could always get 17mm hex kit and use 1/8 buggy tyres, I'm running nanda blocks ATM and there a hell of a lot better than stock ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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