new and looking for advice

[Zkid09]

hey guys. name is cody. been lurking around in the guest zone for a few days now gathering info LOL
first of all I'm loving the site. more info than anyone could ever understand in a lifetime.

i currently own a tmaxx classic with 3.3 conversion and a few small mods here and there and a nitro 4tec. i love them both but I'm looking for something different.

i race quad motocross right now so I'm all over the mx scene and when i saw rc buggys racing practically a mini mx track, i was like thats definitely my next investment

so i got to looking around at a few buggies and truggies and I'm undecided. from what i have read, the truggy seems more stable and consistant for a new driver with the reduction of a little speed, where as a buggy is a little faster, yet more twitchy and a little harder. is this correct?

also which do you prefer? being a mx racer i am use to adjusting everything for each track and know alot about racing going into the smaller world now lol

whats everyones opinion?

all responses and opinions are highly apprectiated!
thanks in advance!

 

[Rolex]

Welcome to RCNitroTalk, Cody. You'll find an endless amount of info and guidance here from a LOT of long term experienced members.
Since you are new to the hobby, wait for lots of replies, and wander through the forums. Some guys like different types of racing or bashing than others. There's everything from flat track road racing to off road monster trucks.
Take you time doing your research, and listen to the advise of the members before making your final decision.

If you decide to just take MY advise, you'll be spending $2500 on a Savage and waxing it.

 

[RC Addict]

Welcome, Cody. There are one too many of us now, but just think of me as the older, wiser Cody!

Truggies are cool, but don't have a lot of following. 1/8 electric seems to be the latest fad, but isn't nitro. Look at the local track and see what classes run there. Since you seem interested in racing that would be the sure bet. Why go truggy if noone else is racing in that class?

Since you are into motocross there is a fledling site out there that you might be interested in. As I am not one to shamelessly plug another site feel free to PM me if you wish.

 

[hamz9561]

If you're looking for a new truggy or buggy, the brand that I have the most good things about is Mugen. I don't really race, so I'm probably not the best one for this advice. I would second the thought about seeing what they race at your local track.

 

[AxialLST]

Wow that makes 3 Codys then, I guess we will have to have a fight to the death to thin the herd...

-AxialLST

 

[olds97_lss]

If you intend on racing or always bashing in the dirt, I'd go with a buggy. If you want to bash in the lawn and run at a track, then I'd go truggy.

Buggies have a lower ground clearance than a typical truggy, but practically drive themselves. The arms are short, the wheels are small and power is plentiful, so they are durable and very responsive to the gas when on the ground.

Truggies have longer arms, bigger wheels and usually a longer chassis, really is about the only major differences between them and buggies. The larger wheels/tires and longer arms make them a bit more fragile and more sensitive to throttle input when in the air (more rotational mass).

However, truggies handle rough tracks quite a bit better than buggies. The larger wheels, longer arms allow it to soak up the rough stuff without getting as unsettled.

I'm a basher only and have only run with a couple guys that have muggies (Losi's RTR "truggy"). I've owned two buggies myself and they were both tough as nails, but lacked the ground clearance I need for where I run. One was a hot bodies lightning and the other an OFNA Jammin XB. Both had c-hub type wheel hubs (vs pillow ball) which, from what I've read, makes them tougher, but not as easily adjustable.

Mugen may make good stuff, but I'd go with something you can find parts for locally. Associated and Losi both make a great buggy and truggy. Both are good named companies and parts should be easy to find.


Losi 8ight Buggy RTR
Losi 8ight-T RTR
Ready to go.


Losi 8ight Buggy Race Roller
Losi 8ight-T Truggy Race Roller
Requires:
.21 or .28 Engine
Tuned Exhaust System
2-Channel Radio System with High-Torque Servos
Receiver Pack and Charger
Glow Driver
Starter Box
Nitro Fuel
Fuel Gun or Bottle
Paint for Polycarbonate Bodies

Associated RC8T truggy RTR

Associated RC8T Kit

Associated RC8 RTR buggy

 

[Zkid09]

thanks again for the replys everyone

and i may need to hit the gym if we are having the ultimate battle to death LOL

i looked at all of those buggies and truggies. I'm really looking for a rtr. i know the TA should be easy to get parts for around here. unsure on losi, i will have to look.

i really want a bugy but idk if i will get to keep whatever i get on dirt all the time just because there is only about 2 tracks anywhere close to me and around my house I'm fairly limited so maybe a truggy would be better. unsure.

and i may need to make a new thread in truggy section, but ill shoot here anyway lol

is there any big advantages of the losi over the team associated rtr truggy?

 

[olds97_lss]

As for that, I couldn't say. Both make a good rig. Beings they are buggies/truggies, they will both be geared toward racing.

That said, I did see an RC8 at my LHS a few weeks ago. It was some guy's who races at a local track very frequently. I was impressed with how it was built. Even the rear CVD's have boots protecting the joints from grime. One of those nice little details.

 

[gnarkill]

Welcome to RCNitroTalk, Cody. You'll find an endless amount of info and guidance here from a LOT of long term experienced members.
Since you are new to the hobby, wait for lots of replies, and wander through the forums. Some guys like different types of racing or bashing than others. There's everything from flat track road racing to off road monster trucks.
Take you time doing your research, and listen to the advise of the members before making your final decision.

If you decide to just take MY advise, you'll be spending $2500 on a Savage and waxing it.

Trust him on that on is my guidance. Monster trucks are great for beginners.