Did Search, read FAQ, still have ?...

[Mugzilla]

Did Search, read FAQ, still have Q about the best buggy kit..

I apologize for this incredibly noob question. I am sorry if there is a link right in my face somewhere,...

I want to build a kit:

On or off road.
Nitro.
Customizable.
A kit that has readily available upgrades.
Quality parts that won't break when I assemble the car. (When I hit a wall is a different story...)

This HPI Kit keeps catching my eye:
http://store.mmhobby.com/merchant.ihtml?pid=9&step=4

I read HPI's website. Seems like they have quality in their kits.

What would you recommend other than a HPI kit?
Is 1/10 a standard size kit? Or will I be the readheaded stepchild at a race since 1/8 is mentioned everywhere?

Once again, if there is a FAQ / Product review section somewhere that I missed, please point me in that direction. My MAIN goals are to have fun, be well informed prior to purchase, and buy what I want first try!

 

[wdavidhicks]

I bought a T-Maxx rtr although I've put more work into it than you might spend on a kit.

The Savage .25 kit would be an excellent investment.

I also think the Losi XXX-NT would be a great kit.

 

[robmob]

Check out the Savage SS kit. Plenty of hop-ups available.

 

[FastEddy]

First you will need to make up your mind if you want to go On road or Off road. Take a look around and see what your driving options are. Look to see if there are any tracks in your aria. Look to see what other people in your aria are driving.

For On and off road 1/10th scale is the most popular size. For off road 1/8th scale buggies are very popular with the racing crowd.

Once you decide what venue you want to drive in, let us know what price range you are looking at. You mentioned a "Kit". In this hobby a kit is an RC that you put together. and a "RTR" it Ready to Run. If you want to build a kit, you are looking at the kit as being around 25% - 50% of the total cost. You will still need an engine, servos, radio, and more. If you get a RTR the package will cost about 80% of what you will need. Of course there are some kits that include 90% of what you need but they are far and few between.

For the most part you will get a much better RC by building a kit and be able to purchase the additional parts you need rather than taking what is in the package of a RTR. If you are looking to "Try" the hobby, a RTR may be a cheaper way to get your feet wet.

Please decide more about what you want and we will be able to better help you.

-Ed

 

[Mugzilla]

Right now, I am mainly looking for the challenge of building a kit. I've restored two fullsize cars, built 2 computers from parts, built a MAME arcade machine (Do a web search on that...)

RTR sounds like the mechanic ally uninclined's way of getting into this hobby. I am more interested in the journey, not just the destination.

I enjoy parts, screws, fitting things together, troubleshooting, etc.

On-road CAR or off-road BUGGY. I haven't decided. But it will be 1 of those 2. The monster trucks just don't catch my eye.

I will probably just screw around with this thing on my own most of the time. Like I said, I need a project.

Keep your kit experiences coming. I am doing my own searches here between a few of them. How are component quality? Instructions? Standard parts between all cars?

 

[Mugzilla]

NOTE: I need a buggy. I want to run this puppy in the dirt and jump it. I want it to go insanely fast.

I am currently looking at the recommended kits. Any other votes for/against them? Any other suggestions?

mjp

Originally posted by Mugzilla
Right now, I am mainly looking for the challenge of building a kit. I've restored two fullsize cars, built 2 computers from parts, built a MAME arcade machine (Do a web search on that...)

On-road CAR or off-road BUGGY. I haven't decided. But it will be 1 of those 2. The monster trucks just don't catch my eye.

Keep your kit experiences coming. I am doing my own searches here between a few of them. How are component quality? Instructions? Standard parts between all cars?

 

[highflyin]

Do you want a 1/8th 4wd scale or 1/10th scale 2wd.A good 1/8th scale buggy for a beginer would be the storm pro.It is a very good buggy.

 

[FastEddy]

One thing to consider is where you are going to get parts. If you have a local hobby shop (LHS) see what they have in stock and what kits they carry the most parts for. If you are going to be using mail order thats another story.

A buggy seems as if it will fit your need. they are fast controllable and have a plethora of adjustments and aftermarket parts. Be prepared to open your wallet. I have recently built a GS Storm Pro kit and it proved to be very rewarding. When all was said and done I had around $1,100.00 - $1,200.00 into it.

I can highly recommend the Storm Pro as a durable and reliable unit that provides the opportunity to upgrade and replace parts for a reasonable price. I can't recommend any other kits for the simple fact that I myself and new to 1/8th scale and have no hands on with other kits of this type. There are other buggy's on the market that are considered more High end but you will pay dearly for the privilege. I chose the Storm Pro for the Value it offers. Mid-High level price balanced with high end performance and tunability.

Once you choose a kit you will have plenty of other choices to make. Servos, Engine, and Radio equipment will be the top 3.

Again there are several buggies to choose from do your research. There is enough reference material on this site to give you the flavor os most the kits out there. Ill tell you know, the buggy debate and what to get has been the most heated issues on this forum.

-Ed