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  1. So many used xmaxxs on ebay. Did I miss some news everybody selling em off. 

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    2. mydoddy69

      mydoddy69

      After Lockdown so rc’s, bikes, gym equipment  etc that sold out during lockdown will all start appearing cheap now keep your eyes peeled there should be a few bargains to be had 👍👍

    3. Kpowell911

      Kpowell911

      Ill pick up a cheap X if I can. Think I need to sell the Kraton and get a Maxx. Ive no confidence in the Kraton, I dont even use it, and as much as I like the Slash’s, theyre not capable enough off road. Think I need a shake up, luckily, I have the things to sell to fund new RCs 🙂 

    4. Paul Busby

      Paul Busby

      I just checked and there is only a couple, all near enough to new price that it's of no interest.

       

      If there was a roller for sale somewhere, I would for sure be tempted.

  2. Full size tamiya wild one? 30mph top speed sounds about right for tamiya. 

     

    https://www.slashgear.com/wild-one-max-is-an-adult-sized-version-of-an-80s-rc-car-02671228/

    1. GMballistic

      GMballistic

      Seen this posted a few places but first time I've noticed it being mentioned of having only a 30mph top speed, ...what a load of rubbish. Even though it's fairly cheap for what it is that top speed is ridiculously slow. Would of thought 40-50mph minimum for something like that. 

  3. Look who I think I've found. Is it him? 

     

    Auto play on the TV a video ran for awhile and after afew glances thought is that thingy. Jeremy from RCnightmare like 12yrs ago ish. 

     

    He was talking about tonight SNL cast hating on Elon Musk I think. 

     

     

    1. PraetoR

      PraetoR

      He certainly never mentions RC Nightmare (I watch a few of his videos). He was previously involved with Magic the Gathering, but that's as far as I know.

       

      EDIT: Just looked it up. Yeah, it's him.

    2. turok007

      turok007

      He has tried his hand at a few things trying to make his way. 

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Crazy i knew dabbled in all things but that was funny it came up. 

  4. I'm severely uneducated because I cant read individuality. 

     

    Anybody know what that actually means? 

    1. Nitroholic

      Nitroholic

      Individuality ..... being different, and expressing a unique personal view of something

       

      Uneducated ..... you diosagreed with them

       

      Actual meaning...someone got their jimmies ruffled when you didn;t agree with their lifestyle or choices. Though, if they are TRULY an individual, then they would not want you to agree with them, as they then cease to be individual, and have just become part of a group. But usually it just means they can't get their point across in a more coherent argument and its your fault for being wrong!

    2. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      The person who said that is obviously a easily offended snowflake

    3. bertberr

      bertberr

      It wasn't your Mrs was it?

  5. Does anyone know whats going on with ebay cancelling PayPal? 

     

    I haven't had a bill from ebay this year and im certain I should have by now atlesst for January. 

    1. turok007

      turok007

      Greed  lol

    2. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      I’m in the process of closing my eBay account, all this bank account pay out rubbish has sunk the already sinking ship for me 

  6. When your rc plane runs away. Send the the air force. 

     

     

  7. Slash 4x4 with tekno big bone. The drive cup connected to the slipper shaft is locked on. 

     

    I've tried to shock it, pull it. But nothing i dont want to damage it but really need it off. 

     

    Any idea's? 

    1. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      Warm it up?

    2. Oh How Original

      Oh How Original

      Exactly, just heat it up, it's probably just some threadlock that's bonded.

  8. https://otto-models.com/en/ot607/216-ford-sierra-4x4-cosworth.html

     

    Does anyone know about these models? I got one years ago for 70ish thinking over paid big time. But year later it was 150 all day. I checked it the other day and one reached almost 400£ lol. 

     

    I offerd my slash 4x4 with like 90min on it fully upgraded best bits plus a street conversion ready to paint install. Not one nibble at £350 lol. Thankfully. Stripping it now I have alittle extra time. 

     

    If anyone knows about these static models would you say sell or save? 

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    2. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Looks like I'm being trolled on ebay. 

       

      New unused but fitted mx38 tires sell for 62 end. But my used set of 2.8in mx28 are at 80+ with minutes to go. 

       

      The same buyer bid on afew items. But has paid for one I shipped it already. Now I think he's winning 3 more but silly prices I want to end it. But also don't lol. They do say out of stock. EBay is just weird sometimes. I hope he's not a scammer though as he is using a argos in sainsburys address. 

       

      Should I be worried he will somehow take the money back later somehow. I sent by signed for as usual. Mayb ill take pics or video. 

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      The guy paid straight away for everything 85£ ish for a set of used mx28 seems wrong. 99£ for a like new combo but had the rx plug wire damaged when installing. That seems fine. 62£ for the bigger mx38s. Plus 32 for some buggy road wheels. Cleared me out of wheels pretty much. 

       

      Is there any way he could later demand refunds even with accurate descriptions. 

       

      Who would bid 85+ for a set of 2.8s used. I asked and he said yes it did go abit higher than expected which is weird somebody else put 82. 

       

      Could no stock do that? 

    4. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Plus not once asked about combined shipping that could probably save 10er easy. But I don't want to bunch them up now to cover myself anyway. Individually packed with Individual recorded slips. 

  9. Has anyone else heard paypal is introducing charges for dormant accounts users must sign in before next week or face £9 per year charge. 

     

    How greedy are they. 

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    2. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      You guys can all send me £5 to stop you getting the £9 charge, I’m be saving you money 😉

    3. Fred barlow

      Fred barlow

      Iv heard about it but you do get 90 or 120 days notice (in I think 3 emails) before you get charged so it's not going to start straight away and it's only for accounts inactive for 12 months + so just use it at Christmas and you'll be fine 

    4. Tony

      Tony

      Fred is correct, they will inform you before charging you.

  10. Toyan powerd truck £5k tho lol. 

     

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/224190549574

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    2. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      Na, I’ve never had one 

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Damn I missed that craze lol. I only knew or the white mitsubishi evo car youtube wizard made. 

       

      The orange defender looks awesome and goes much better than the one above. Ide love one. 

    4. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      I take it you haven’t seen what I’m building then 😂

       

      4714-DBDD-20-BB-4-D40-A553-41-D05-A4-AE0

  11. Self isolation cos daughter had a cough for days. A cough she gets every year after the summer. A bark of a cough its weird but rang the Drs to see if she needed anti bionics this time or not cos it has become chest infection sometimes. 

     

    The dr rang back and whilst on the phone heard the kid cough from another room and just automatically started i think that's covid related. Definitely. You need to isolate and get a test. 

     

    Well Dr she does this every year look at her file. 

     

    No no ill give you antibiotics but you'll still have to isolate get a test i don't need to see you. 

     

    That seems so stupid. Insult to injury he gave her adult capsules she couldn't swallow. Called them back and they said come collect the liquid form then. 

     

    Just throwing antibiotics at us no care when usually they guard antibiotics like bulldogs since being stupid with those is very dangerous too they already hardly work anymore. I've seen programs of antibiotics 50yrs ago we had a suitcase full of effective drugs. Today just a handful and the rise of super bugs. It doesn't look good. 

     

    I cant believe it tbh first they just wanna say everything is covid. 2nd throwing antibiotics away when most people would happily take them for a common cold not actual infection. 

     

    Now 3 days later kid isn't even coughing. 

     

    Nevermind the mess trying to get a covid test. Walking 8 miles to the closest walk in centre seemed likely. Until the granny said just ask the school. We asked the school and they said sure come and get one. How granny knew the school had tests to give out when we didn't is a mystery. 

     

    So if you need a test and its long try all the local schools too for a home test. 

     

     

    We have another choice too just isolate for 14 days no test no nothing. 

     

     

    I really thought we was almost over this stuff or atleast had a grip now. 

     

    I think actually those who should be doing the most are taking the easiest route out at every turn. Just like that Dr who heard a cough from another room whilst on the phone. No face to face just get a test be somebody else's problem. 

     

    What a laugh. 

  12. Probably posted already jhonnyQ90 3 speed brushless conversion.

     

    This is a guy ide love to see interviewed by the forum. Where did he study what did he study. He's shaping up to be an RC legend. Already is imo but im sure he's just getting started.  Incredible asset to the hobby. 

     

     

    1. Bajadre

      Bajadre

      WOW thats impressive agree butcher !!

    2. Tug

      Tug

      His latest vid is up, a static four cylinder, 32cc engine. Says he's got plans to install it in something. 🤔

    3. Paul Busby

      Paul Busby

      Man go through his back catalogue, the guy is awesome and made some awesome stuff.

       

      Not really sure on the point of a 3 speed gearbox on an electric motor, other than "for the lulz" though 😂

  13. Today the dogs ear swelled up like a golf ball. Eww vets were like oh you need to come quick. 

     

    So I did taxi in passed him over 10min later "well we drained his ear but its already puffed to again it will probably turn into a cauliflower ear. But if it troubles him mayb surgery" £75 please. WHAT. 

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    2. hamradioguy

      hamradioguy

      About 20 years ago I had a 15yr old Staffy his ear swelled up too

      I took him to the vet and they charged me £100 to drain it but about 2 months later it swelled up exactly the same again

      it cost £400 to put right that time as they had to open the ear flap and seal off some blood vessel.

       

      I have a Staffy puppy now and I hope the same thing doesn't happen to her.

    3. Tug

      Tug

      Our Staffy jumped down off a garden table, had one toe nail caught in the table and was hanging by it. All fixed now. 

    4. Yrkoon

      Yrkoon

      aww hope the doggy is ok :(

  14. is there some issue with axial scx24 stock or do I keep missing it?

     

    I check every month and every month its pushed back a month.  I finally entered my email addy for notification. But seems nuts its still not well stocked. 

  15. Another night of lightning ive never been so paranoid by it lol. Living in a gas house boiler in the bedroom. 

     

    Tree outback got struck last year blew the top off it  its been totally removed now. 

     

    Last night half way in one crash sounded like a bomb not thunder just an instant explosion. 

     

    This one's gonna last till 1am. 

     

    Has anyone been in a house struck I know you've more chance winning the lotto lol. But we all expect to win that when playing too. 

     

    Last night it was like a strobe light non stop lightning. It was nuts.

     

    Mayb I should just swig the JD and watch it. 

    1. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      It wasn't so spectacular tonight tbh. 

    2. Bajadre

      Bajadre

      love it matey sat out the back enjoying it haha

    3. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      I’ve been in the plumbing/heating game for over 20 years and I’ve never heard of a issue with boilers and lightning. Make sure you have a co2 alarm near the boiler tho, if you rent then your landlord should provide you one 

  16. What's going on with Samsung phones? 

     

    S series vs A series. Doesn't seem like much difference infact A seems better in some ways. 

     

    My Mrs needs to upgrade from her S7 edge its either the S10 or the A70 or A71. I really can't decide. 

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    2. Fly In My Soup

      Fly In My Soup

      Oh spec wise it's night and day difference... 

       

      The a range is mid range... And as such will carry an older chipset, meaning less efficiency, battery life, reduced performance for multi tasking, video editing, media playback, data speed, any ai features to do with memory etc etc...I think the a range carries the exynos and the s series uses qualcomm chipset. 

       

      The lens and general camera setup is not as high end either... And I'd also presume (although I don't actually know off the top of my head) the screen is off a lesser dpi res 

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Watching tons of videos it does seem more and more pointless the differences between A and S just seem so small vs the price difference. 

       

      The only thing she's concerned about is the size 6.7in phone she only has small hands. But I think more and more ohones are going that size. 

    4. Yrkoon

      Yrkoon

      aye what used to be phablet size is getting too common now for the normal phone size.

       

      still got a s3 in excellent condition and imo that is perfect phone size and thinking of strapping it to some rc models for a gps speedo app, ill give it's jelly bean os the ride of it's life  :D

  17. Brushless lipo fighter jet. 

     

    What do we think lol. I think its cool but worried about longevity. 

     

    https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/amp33325577/tempest-fighter-battery/

    1. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      In other fighter jet news. Is usa admitting the F35 isn't all that. Will uk bring back its own 60s jet lol. 

       

      https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a33313847/air-force-buys-new-f15-fighter-jets/

       

      New missile rack will allow 22 missiles instead of 8. Or just 4 on the F35 in stealth mode. 

       

      I say stealth is good for afew days but anything longer you'll want those 22 missiles more than stealth I bet. 

       

      Stealth jets would be best with those lasers talked about for tempest I bet. Huge battery in the bomb bay with pop out laser turrets. 

    2. Stormbringer

      Stormbringer

      wonder what happens when lvc cuts in :eek:

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Its awesome we will build our own planes again. Italy might be in on the tempest. But if we leave the eu and tensions rise who knows will uk want them disecting the jet. Weird that France isn't joining in. 

       

      6th gen jets look incredible from all nations though but the F22 must be the bench line. Will any beat or match that one. 

  18. Lego mario worth believing the hype? 

     

    My daughter loves mario probably more than I did as a kid and loves lego too. This sounds like a perfect Xmas gift. 

     

    Will it be the first Lego kit of its kind kinda interactive or something. 

     

    Sounds really cool but thought ide bring it up here i know there's a few lego fans who might know more on it.  Is it worth getting. 

     

    1. RCbutcher
    2. oodboo

      oodboo

      We’ve preordered the starter set for my son. I want the nes as well.

    3. Yrkoon

      Yrkoon

      looks awesome but also looks like a bigger cash cow than a hpi savage  😛

    1. Tug

      Tug

      I genuinely didn't see that coming, thought supersonic passenger travel was gone for the foreseeable. 

    2. Oh How Original

      Oh How Original

      Can't see it actually happening.

  19. Refunded on ebay but ebay item doesn't say refunded. 

     

    PayPal says refunded but says refund pending. 

     

    Also I had a notification on PayPal saying I'm about to reach my PayPal sending limit. 

     

    Any ideas? Do I need to do something. 

     

    I can't find anything that says I need to verify and our other PayPal account my Mrs I've used for years has never said this and thats used mostly. Idk how I could reach any limits on that account but not the other. 

    1. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      eBay refunds normally take a few days to appear back in PayPal 

  20. This is insane now. I tried to buy my kid a music keyboard 1st sale really seemed like the seller was dodgy he didn't want to but finally refunded saying the courier double did something but his feedback was pouring in with similar issues. 

     

    So to avoid that again I purchased a used keyboard from a good seller on eBay. They used the eBay packing whatever via hermes. The days ticked away no sign of it. Bday been and gone and now the seller has been sent this. 

     

    kNpO3IC.jpg

     

    I can't fault the seller one bit she's been excellent after a week no show I asked why and since then the seller was trying to chase it daily i could see that in the eBay tracking now this has been sent. 

     

    What happens now? 

     

    I don't think the universe wants my child to play keyboard. 

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    2. Ninetiesbeard

      Ninetiesbeard

      Gear for music, andertons, PMT, and GAK

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      I'll check them out but kinda dead set on this yamaha model now but once its sorted out I'll check that place and see what they have. I just cannot believe this has happened twice in a row or two failed deliveries atleast. I've never had anything like it. 

    4. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      The 110 key lighting one looks good. But I've gone £40 to £70 now £110 lol. 

       

      Yamaha psr262 looked awesome for a young kid but the key lighting sounds much better tbh. Paired with my piano app I want my kid playing moonlight sonata lol 

  21. Rc car movie called. "Flying cars"

     

    Just watching it now the family hope it's good. 

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    2. fnknan

      fnknan

      If Traxxas made a movie it would come in 3 parts and each part would cost £99.99 😝

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Ide love to see a traxxas movie. 

       

      It could start with the origin of traxxas and go through time showing the ways they've changed the hobby obviously they'd ignore the bad lol. 

       

      Have dude perfect in the movie doing some sort of stunt comp to show what can be done. 

       

      Out of all brands traxxas would probably produce the best movie with biggest budget too. They love that advertising stuff. 

       

       

      Flying cars was a cool movie but I didn't get the whole racer girl thing let's make it a love story lol. But loved the obsession detail that bug really bites.

       

       

      We watched a brilliant movie later last night called "Freaks" it's like a new spin on xmen ish. It's on Netflix one of the coolest movies I've seen this year. 

    4. Zyphruk

      Zyphruk

      where can i find this movie?

  22. Courier just dropped a lipo off 10pm whatt. But thanks.

     

    Also that keyboard seller refunded me saying something about the courier double did something. I'm not complaining purchased a used yamaha one instead.  

    1. .AJ.

      .AJ.

      He’s probably not allowed to leave batteries in the van overnight 

  23. Ebay seller says package deliverd but it's not. I checked the tracking and it does say deliverd. But it really isnt. 

     

    Its my kids birthday gift too a semi pro electric music keyboard she really wants. It was £50 then went on sale to £32 so without thinking paid. 

     

    They have afew feedbacks saying fakes and fake tracking so I don't really trust them tbh. 

     

    I've asked them to please review the signatures and provide me with details as I cant think of anything else to say. 

     

    Tracking ace. 

     

    Has anyone heard of that company this is the first item I've had like this. 

     

    There saying it was deliverd 22nd of may so it really isnt coming. 

     

    I'm gonna have to order another one asap but what's my chances of getting that £32 back? 

     

    I'll have to call PayPal but with the tracking saying that I doubt I have a leg to stand on. 

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    2. GMballistic

      GMballistic

      I'd just start going through eBay now before it's too late, ...click on "More actions" on your "Orders" sub menu (AKA "Purchase History") and then click "I didn't receive it". 

      Then from there you can select "I want a refund" OR "I want the item", add a message and then send it. Once that's done it will start the eBay process. 

       

      More or less everything on eBay is covered by their "Money Back Guarantee" so you should get your money back although it may take a few weeks or even over a month at worst. 

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      Yeah I did that refund me stuff I also noticed it still says shipping in progress or whatever it says. It should say deliverd most items once I've got them they auto say deliverd. 

       

      Ide like to find out if the TRACKING ACE firm is legit it looks legit showing a delivery path to the town closest then says my addy. 

       

      I've asked that they review the signature given and take it up as a crime if its genuinely lost and I shall chase my money since I know where that is. £37 not £32. 

       

      I just bought a used keyboard instead just to avoid that hassle again since most sellers with the £50 keyboards are mostly low score sellers. 

       

      Plus I'm mindful of successful Ebay stores being sold on to become scam shops that is a thing isnt it. I really hope I get that 37£ back but tbh right now i don't like my odds. But I will push hard and hope the store is being lit left right and centre by similar cases so PayPal see's it. 

       

      Ebay should  make a feature which let's the buyer know which couriers will be used before you purchase which would also show us if the item is actually in the country or pretending to be.

       

      But atleast the kid will have a keyboard on her Bday now not clean and shiny but it is a Yamaha one with learning features so I'm sure she will love it. Couple it with the mypiano app and hopefully we'll have her busting out moonlight sonata by the next Bday lol. 

    4. GMballistic

      GMballistic

      Have a look at this; https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/trackingace.net

       

      Not looking good for that company with loads of people saying exactly the same as you about parcels with tracking showing as delivered etc from eBay. 🙄

  24. Could we get a painting section with sub section mayb. Abs/lexan. 

    1. .AJ.
    2. Fly In My Soup

      Fly In My Soup

      I tried to start one a while back

    3. RCbutcher

      RCbutcher

      I followed your painting video on youtube tbh mate just wish I had a nice section to read all the tips and tricks in one place as ABS bodys cover alot of sections tbh its only today I've even thought about tamiya bodies lol. 

       

      I was stuck thinking of rc4wd and all those trucks mayb the odd tamiya lorry came up. But I've only been looking g for painting threads within the scale and crawling sections. 

       

      I've made a start now though and just finished the 600grit with 1500 grit ready to go next if needed.

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