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The Something Awful Forums > Discussion > Automotive Insanity > R/C cars: try not to say the words "scale speed"
 
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org
I hope you guys dont get too mad at me for this, but are there any non-enthusiast models that you guys might recommend for under 100? I dont want to spend enough to get a nitro or gas but Id like something better than a tyco just to gently caress around on in my driveway.

Something like this - http://www.amazon.com/Megatech-Megapro-RCB-Buggy-18/dp/B000TUPWZ4/ref=sr_1_63?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1240832664&sr=1-63

Obviously better quality than a tyco, but still a cheap one. Can you guys think of anything?

Something that can go offroad, preferably.

* # ¿ Apr 27, 2009 12:48
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# ¿ Apr 27, 2024 23:32
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org
Just picked up a traxxas slash today, and I love it! Definitely have to go back and get a faster charger though, 2 hours is much too long. :(

* # ¿ May 3, 2009 22:41
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org

Dr. Claw posted:

So I spent a bit too much time looking at differenr RC cars today and am leaning towards the Traxxas Slash. Most likely not the newer AWD version because $280us + batteries + charger is getting too steep.
I picked one up a week ago, I love it. Baseball diamonds and homemade ramps are fun. :)

* # ¿ May 13, 2009 21:46
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org
Crosspost from the AI video thread

RealKyleH posted:

Nissan R/C Car (quite good)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSUpbovpiJg&feature=player_embedded
Professional R/C car vids are so awesome.

edit: oh goddamn im an idiot

* # ¿ Apr 7, 2010 18:30
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org

needknees posted:

I've got a _tiny_ bit of experience with R/C cars but it was with a Slash, which doesn't seem to be highly regarded around here?
Isnt this the opposite? When I was in the market Im pretty sure this thread swayed me to a slash, and it was awesome.

* # ¿ Jan 31, 2011 21:40
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org

InitialDave posted:

I don't think this has been posted in here yet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZiRMKoOTBA
Dog keeps getting off because she doesnt like exhaust in her face. Good pet owner.

* # ¿ Dec 20, 2011 23:08
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org
Just saw one of those Traxxas KB escorts on craigslist for $150, its too bad I don't work at an indoor gokart track anymore. The owner said he used to host RC races on it and most pavement around here would be unsuitable for it.

Why did I ever sell my slash, I miss it so.

* # ¿ Jun 25, 2012 18:57
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org

Diametunim posted:

God, every time I come into this thread I'm reminded how badly I want to pick up a truggy and get back into R/C.
I only had a Slash for a month or two, and that was two years ago but I still check this thread whenever someone posts something.

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# ¿ Apr 27, 2024 23:32
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Cage
Jul 17, 2003
www.revivethedrive.org
I just bought this on ebay:



You push a button on the remote and the dino spits water. I'm going to turn it into a flame thrower. :getin:

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