Noj Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Doesn't matter....it has a proper throttle and break set up, not a cable like the FID Better it arrive late and have small niggles ironed out than not, IMHO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 A delay isn't going to sway me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HYPER-BOY Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 5 minutes ago, .AJ. said: A delay isn't going to sway me Nor me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HYPER-BOY Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 (edited) A delay is a delay, most of the RC's I've ever wanted that are fresh off the line have been delayed.. I see it as they want to get it right, plus if its parts are out of their control then that's just the way it is. You can't make a second first impression so I would assume they want it to be bang on from the get go and sway people from a 5ive/Baja and new people to 1/5. Personally I can't wait ! Edited February 17, 2016 by HYPER-BOY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HYPER-BOY Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 8 hours ago, Carpmart said: Disagree with you on that one AJ, I like it! Certainly do for starters... I like it too! - not too keen on the way the elbow is so close to the window though, a big wipe out might cause some havoc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 I'm going to see what else is about exhaust wise before committing to the Dom, I will send Chris Bartolone a email and see if he has plans for one, I really don't want to be caught out and have to use a stock exhaust can, it would defeat the whole point of my engine lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HYPER-BOY Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 23 minutes ago, .AJ. said: it would defeat the whole point of my engine lol It really would ! lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Oh dear, it's as I feared. It's not the best handling truck I've ever seen; it bounces around like Skippy the kangaroo , but deposit is already paid and I'm very committed. It is after all a brand new 5th scale, precious little of those! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I wasn't expecting race car performance tbh, so I'm still happy enough with my choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Just seen on FB that a screw was backing out making the suspension hop? Not sure if they are back tracking or it's the reason, there is a section of the vid where the rear is pretty planted so it may me true.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Slightly over damped perhaps? Flies nicely... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) Yea more than likely, nothing that can't be sorted. I was expecting it to be nose heavy, but that lump of a rear axle balances it out nicely Edited March 1, 2016 by .AJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 It's of no importance as I'm still having one as soon as they are released, as long as Jason doesn't do a runner with me dosh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 That's why I used my CC for the deposit, you then get section 75 cover for the whole purchase http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/shopping/section75-protect-your-purchases Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I did the same AJ! I followed your advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) My old man told me about it, if I buy anything expensive I always do it. So if it goes wrong you will always get your money back, it even covers you if the company you purchased from goes bust before you get your goods Edited March 1, 2016 by .AJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capri-boy Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 3 hours ago, .AJ. said: Very much cemented my interest! In buying Aj's when something shinier comes out 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Haha! Join the que lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I've been told that the 5ive Outerwears is a perfect fit for the Vekta air filter, DDM have them on offer today, works out at just over £13 posted, a good saving over UK prices Dont forget the discount code DDM to get another 5% off..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCbutcher Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 This thread looks very one sided now, where's the fid news? I know afew expect it to be a pile but I have faith they will suprise us. Both fid and kraken are in the same boat right now. Both companies make bolt ons for the every day 5th rcs. Both companies have had both good and bad reviews. I'm not buying either so just happy to stir the pot and watch the battle of the 5th scale with axle showdown. I hope both rcs are very good all owners glowing with glee, but I hope the fid breaks the waves being so much better than everyone expected. Everyone already expects the vekta to be that good so it wouldn't be much of a win if it is that good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Ignoring the "loose screw" excuse, I'm sure the bouncy arse end can be sorted with an oil change to the shocks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Yep, shock set up is easily changed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkfat78 Posted March 7, 2016 Share Posted March 7, 2016 On 01/03/2016 at 11:40, RCbutcher said: This thread looks very one sided now, where's the fid news? I know afew expect it to be a pile but I have faith they will suprise us. Both fid and kraken are in the same boat right now. Both companies make bolt ons for the every day 5th rcs. Both companies have had both good and bad reviews. I'm not buying either so just happy to stir the pot and watch the battle of the 5th scale with axle showdown. I hope both rcs are very good all owners glowing with glee, but I hope the fid breaks the waves being so much better than everyone expected. Everyone already expects the vekta to be that good so it wouldn't be much of a win if it is that good. I find it interesting, as nobody has got their hands on the Vekta yet although choices have been firmly made. It could turn out to be a complete lemon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scatteh316 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 More video's of the FID DH on Youtube now... Been speaking to John and breakages have been very very minimal over the rough few months it's been tested. He says it's a lot stronger then the X2 which is no mean feat as the X2 isn't exactly a weak truck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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