1/18 th scale

[Brad]

Hello,
I was wanting to get something for me and my kids to enjoy together, how
much fun are these little r/c cars. What are the speeds and capabilities.
Can you use them outside just like a regular 1/8th scale. I picked up a
Wal-Mart truck last year and it is so weak and boring, it now just sits
unplayed with. I am considering going off the deep end and just getting a
tmax or a revo but if the little cars or just as fun and cheaper that would
be cool as well.
Thanks,
Brad

[Rob R]

I stay away from a revo it is a great race truck but not much fun for
just a backyard basher for u and your kids it would break easy. If u
want somthing just to play with and can roll and tumble and jump without
breaking get a ofna hodr 1/8 scale buggy they are built like a rock
and come with a .21 lots of speed 50 mpr plus Buggy goes for about
$250.00 RTR just take my advice spend the extra $25.00 and get a fail
safe. Rob

[Brad]

Rob
Thanks for the information, I was seriously considering the Revo but I see
your point. We will only be backyard bashing like you say, no racing or
serious stuff. Dependability will be most important to me in choosing the
car. I will give the Buggy you speak of a look.
Thanks,
Brad
"Rob R" <XXROB@webtv.net> wrote in message
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> I stay away from a revo it is a great race truck but not much fun for
> just a backyard basher for u and your kids it would break easy. If u
> want somthing just to play with and can roll and tumble and jump without
> breaking get a ofna hodr 1/8 scale buggy they are built like a rock
> and come with a .21 lots of speed 50 mpr plus Buggy goes for about
> $250.00 RTR just take my advice spend the extra $25.00 and get a fail
> safe. Rob
>

[Dana Youngblood]

Brad:

In my experience, the REVO can do both racing and bashing, but is certainly
better suited to the track. However, it is extremely durable and parts are
pretty easy to get. A buggy may be the best way to go in terms of price,
though. A REVO will set you back about 4-5 bills and a buggy between 2 and 3
bills. Good luck in your search.

Thanks,

dy

"Brad" <bdarnell1966@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> Hello,
> I was wanting to get something for me and my kids to enjoy together,
how
> much fun are these little r/c cars. What are the speeds and capabilities.
> Can you use them outside just like a regular 1/8th scale. I picked up a
> Wal-Mart truck last year and it is so weak and boring, it now just sits
> unplayed with. I am considering going off the deep end and just getting a
> tmax or a revo but if the little cars or just as fun and cheaper that
would
> be cool as well.
> Thanks,
> Brad
>
>

[M78Ultra]

If your wanting 1/18th scale there are now several electric offroad
offerings available or coming available soon.
DuraTrax Quake
Kyosho Mini Z Monster SE and Mad Force
Tamiya TLT-1 Max Climber & Rock Buster
Losi has some as well.(Mini T)
Team Associated I think has one coming.
All ranging from approx $130 -$190+
Add more of course, for accessories.
However for the similar pricing you may want to look at mainstream electric
1/10th scale buggies or stadium trucks.
(i.e.Traxxas,DuraTrax,Associated...)
Just do a bit of research.

"Brad" <bdarnell1966@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> Hello,
> I was wanting to get something for me and my kids to enjoy together,
how
> much fun are these little r/c cars. What are the speeds and capabilities.
> Can you use them outside just like a regular 1/8th scale. I picked up a
> Wal-Mart truck last year and it is so weak and boring, it now just sits
> unplayed with. I am considering going off the deep end and just getting a
> tmax or a revo but if the little cars or just as fun and cheaper that
would
> be cool as well.
> Thanks,
> Brad
>
>

[rob251]

I have both a mini quake and a revo.
I will agree a revo isnt for small kids. my 8year old daughter cant keep it up right. its way too much. the quake is electric and can run indoors so for kids that would be a plus. when the weather is bad out. its 4x4 and shaft drive. its a nice truck and tough so it will go outdoors as well. only thing with e power i would stay inside if its wet out , unless you use aeroplate and waterproof the electronics

[Brad]

thanks for the information, I have since settled on a nitro Evader ST. I
have been flying planes for 10 years so the Nitro will be no problem for me.
I just hope it is not to fast for the kids. With console games these days
kids seem to pick this sort of thing up quickly.
Brad
"rob251" <rob251.1g1ioa@rcgroups.com> wrote in message
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>
> I have both a mini quake and a revo.
> I will agree a revo isnt for small kids. my 8year old daughter cant
> keep it up right. its way too much. the quake is electric and can run
> indoors so for kids that would be a plus. when the weather is bad out.
> its 4x4 and shaft drive. its a nice truck and tough so it will go
> outdoors as well. only thing with e power i would stay inside if its
> wet out , unless you use aeroplate and waterproof the electronics
>
>
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