Noj Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 My understanding of the KM chassis is that it is good as the HPI, provided an IRC under brace is fitted. Running into solid objects will kill any chassis, as will putting something like a Kraken in my hands however..... Stock HPI arms and the like have proven as durable as RPM upgrades in my experience, I built mine hopped up and our lass' fairly stock as a comparison. Only replaced the front arms because the lower arm ball sockets had worn out, the arms themselves were still straight and in fine condition. No reason why stock KM parts wouldn't prove as durable.... The Baja is an utter pig to work on but what it takes in man hours are more than given back every time you switch on and nail the throttle. Love/tolerance more than love/hate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Yeah, but if it's a B, don't stand behind it when you nail that throttle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh How Original Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 (edited) I've snapped HPI and KM chassis' both of which didn't happen to have a chassis brace on at the time. My current Baja (which is very heavy) has an Innovative-RC under chassis brace and Turtle Racing front top plate and it's had countless beatings over the past 16ish months, I took the front end off the other day to remove my Kraken cage and the chassis is still in perfectly good nick and at the right angle, absolutely can't fault it as a chassis. Hostile MX or Uber Vipers for grip. As for the rest, having owned both and run both side by side (both petrol) I can say the KM is every bit as strong as the HPI. I'm still using stock KM arms on my Baja and there's no signs of them needing changing yet. Personally if I was to ever buy another Baja new, it would be a KM, not even for the price saving, but simply because they're a damn good buggy/truck. Can't comment on the electrics, other than servos, still running the stock KM steering servo in my Baja but my throttle servo did burn out after about 10 months. Edited March 10, 2016 by Oh How Original Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 20 hours ago, Oh How Original said: I've snapped HPI and KM chassis' both of which didn't happen to have a chassis brace on at the time. My current Baja (which is very heavy) has an Innovative-RC under chassis brace and Turtle Racing front top plate and it's had countless beatings over the past 16ish months, I took the front end off the other day to remove my Kraken cage and the chassis is still in perfectly good nick and at the right angle, absolutely can't fault it as a chassis. Hostile MX or Uber Vipers for grip. As for the rest, having owned both and run both side by side (both petrol) I can say the KM is every bit as strong as the HPI. I'm still using stock KM arms on my Baja and there's no signs of them needing changing yet. Personally if I was to ever buy another Baja new, it would be a KM, not even for the price saving, but simply because they're a damn good buggy/truck. Can't comment on the electrics, other than servos, still running the stock KM steering servo in my Baja but my throttle servo did burn out after about 10 months. Thanks, seems a no brainer.... Now to decide wether its better than an Xmaxx.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh How Original Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Another plastic truck from Traxxas? It most likely is. Less likely to set on fire as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 If you're into air time, 1/5 isn't easy to correct once it's in flight. Despite its inherent flaws, the X-Maxx can be adjusted easily mid-flight. A Baja has proper running gear, very low maintenance. An X-Maxx has gears that're as weak as a kitten. Two very different types of machine, tough call, but I'd say 1/5 because they're not made by Traxxas. Just a few thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 It's JUST the 'look' I don't like, I mean what is a Baja? It just looks like a kit car, or something put together in a shed. I know there's an SC but that's out of budget, and I REALLY WANT A MONSTER TRUCK, that looks like a Monster Truck. None of this wing business. i must admit the HPI/Castle Baja is a lot cheaper than I thought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 The Hpi Flux is a steal, compared to the price it was originally retailed at. It still needs a few quid throwing at it though.....as does the KM....minor things to do with steering parts, limiting cables, shock seals, tyres and the IRC brace already mentioned..... BTW, got my facts on the KM can incorrect, it is 960Kv, not 910kv. My bad. Apols. Etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 No RC is perfect I suppose and those upgrades don't seem mental money. I'd imagine 5th scale tyres are expensive mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scatteh316 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 2 hours ago, Tug said: If you're into air time, 1/5 isn't easy to correct once it's in flight. Despite its inherent flaws, the X-Maxx can be adjusted easily mid-flight. My X2 is easy as pie to adjust mid-flight... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 3 minutes ago, scatteh316 said: My X2 is easy as pie to adjust mid-flight... I'll get mi coat. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scatteh316 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 2 minutes ago, Tug said: I'll get mi coat. Noooooooo.........Dooooooooooon't......... Gooooooooooo.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh How Original Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 The Baja in looks terms is meant to be a dune buggy/sandrail type affair. It isn't really either though, it's a good base for a sandrail, but it isn't one, one of my biggest hates in this hobby is people who slap a cage on top of a 5B and call it a sandrail But put that aside and you could always do a 5sc conversion yourself to save some funds. Or build it up over time so it's not so much of a lump. Or just save for longer and then get the 5sc. Plenty of ways around the looks of 'em, that's if you decide large scale is for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Hostiles are around 35 quid a pair, zero growth foams around 40.....you can just belt the stock rear foams and tyres though SwingyP does well priced limiting cables, the steering parts are the threshold spring support and Darksoul ally saver...can't recall the cost I'm afraid, not mega bucks though. Oh, and whichever you choose, the stock steering servo will crap out, so prepare for an upgrade....Hitec 5765MH is a good buy, around 55 quid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkfat78 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 £15 for the shock limiting cables. He does custom ones too if you want a certain colour or whatever. Vipers are awesome but wear quicker than the MX Nightmares. They're probably harder to fit too lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Too much grip on the BL is a bad thing....having a looser back end makes for much hilarity and helps protect the drivetrain.... Although I run the slipper clutch, HPI do not advise doing so and we've killed a spur or three on our lasses.... Personal choice as always though, innit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty8766 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Or just make sure you upgrade the drivetrain and pin the throttle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autobutcher Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 I think I'm glad that they are out of stock?? Otherwise Mr Visa would have been having a word! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 (edited) 1 hour ago, autobutcher said: I think I'm glad that they are out of stock?? Otherwise Mr Visa would have been having a word! So am I, but rather worryingly, the HPI Baja Flux IS in stock.......... Edited March 12, 2016 by Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autobutcher Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 I know but the evo is a push, plus the necessary extras soon add up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tingtong333 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 (edited) Glad to report that my KM Evo is still working fine and that I haven't used it since my last outing with Mike. The parts that I have replaced are steering servo and servo horn and rear hub carriers(km alloy upgrades), I've got a set of Hostile MX tyres on white wheels as well as the standard wheels and tyres. This is how she looks at the moment. Uber front bumper/chassis brace also KM shock covers. Edited March 12, 2016 by tingtong333 Added something 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 2 hours ago, tingtong333 said: Glad to report that my KM Evo is still working fine and that I haven't used it since my last outing with Mike. The parts that I have replaced are steering servo and servo horn and rear hub carriers(km alloy upgrades), I've got a set of Hostile MX tyres on white wheels as well as the standard wheels and tyres. This is how she looks at the moment. Uber front bumper/chassis brace also KM shock covers. looking good!!...we`ll have to meet up again I thk for a bash..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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