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Chainsaw13 · 01-25-2012, 07:17 AM

I used to race electric RC cars years ago, so I think I still remember a thing or two about them.

I"m assuming you bought a RTR (ready to run) kit? Those are great for just getting into it. They offer everything you need to get started. Biggest thing I can offer up, be prepared to replace parts and get to know the different hobby stores in the area. The cars are designed to take a certain amount of abuse, but they don't put their best stuff into them unless you spend the really big bucks. Items like tie rod ends/connectors, shocks are the easiest and usually the first things to break. If it doesn't already have one, get a servo saver for the steering servo. The front tires will take a lot of shocks and you need the saver to not strip the servo gears out.

Don't worry to much about upgrading right now unless you both find you really enjoy it. If you do, the sky (and pocket book) are the limit.

01-25-2012, 07:17 AM	#5
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,220 Trading: (96)	Re: RC Buggies or cars anyone? I used to race electric RC cars years ago, so I think I still remember a thing or two about them. I"m assuming you bought a RTR (ready to run) kit? Those are great for just getting into it. They offer everything you need to get started. Biggest thing I can offer up, be prepared to replace parts and get to know the different hobby stores in the area. The cars are designed to take a certain amount of abuse, but they don't put their best stuff into them unless you spend the really big bucks. Items like tie rod ends/connectors, shocks are the easiest and usually the first things to break. If it doesn't already have one, get a servo saver for the steering servo. The front tires will take a lot of shocks and you need the saver to not strip the servo gears out. Don't worry to much about upgrading right now unless you both find you really enjoy it. If you do, the sky (and pocket book) are the limit. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.