getting in to onroad

[Diver6127]

When I first got into the hobby, I started off with the FT NTC3. I was starting from scratch just as you, GADawgs. I just went with an OS .12CV-Rx since it was my first nitro and I needed to start somewhere; Futaba Magnum Jr (75 FM) and accompanying electronics inclurded with radio;Plus misc such as body, glow ignitor, fuel, plugs ... My bill came out to just over $700. This was with bare minimum purchases. Once you start getting into higher end radios, servos and engines, you'll get spanked pretty hard. Italian engines run at least $250 and up; Top end radio's are the same; Servo's of very good quality (digital, coreless and speed) will be around $100 ... This is all before you start hopping up the FT chassis/kit.

If you're goingto be running in the park, you can get away with lower priced tickets but once you start racing, quality and price go hand in hand.

you have that problem too diver?

Last I counted at the track (last sunday), I saw 3 engines in my stable. One in the car, and 2 spares ... Yup, I have a serious problem! Mainly because I am gonna get a serious outlaw engine and throw on a Lola body on my serpent and take her to see what damage I can cause. LOOK out!

 

[GADawgs33]

I'm on a limited budget for while so i think I'm going to get the RTR and go from there

 

[FastEddy]

I'm on a limited budget for while so i think I'm going to get the RTR and go from there

Thats a good way to start. You will be able to get up and running quick and upgrade as you go.

The NTC3 RTR is a good unit.

 

[CorradoPsi]

I'm on a limited budget for while so i think I'm going to get the RTR and go from there

IMHO, thats the right choice for your situation. cheap now, hop up friendly for later.

heres where to get one the cheapest, with factory warrenty.

http://www.teamassociated.com/misc/internet_specials.htm#REFURBISHED

 

[Diver6127]

I'm on a limited budget for while so i think I'm going to get the RTR and go from there

The .15 that comes with the RTR Plus is a general engine. Not really the "fastest" engine but definitely a good learning engine. WHat's good about the RTR plus is that it does come with the threaded shock bodies, 2 speed and a few other goodies that were considered "hop-up" items in the first version. IF you were to go racing with that car in particular, you won't have a hard time switching it over.

As you get better with the car, you may want to get a hotter engine and pipe but other than that the only thing that you may want to upgrade first is the Radio and electronics that come with the car. Engine and pipe can come later.

 

[nemesis20]

hobbypeople has it pretty cheap. if there is a store near you i wuold go there.

here is a link.
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/383315.asp