New kid on the block

[Steelz]

Hey guys I am new to nitro I was watching videos on youtube and I just really wanted to get into this sport but first. I wanted to know what I should start of with and know how this sport goes and everything I want be a off roader or a racer. I need to know what kind of Machine I need to start of this great sport. I have no shops around me cause I live in a very small town so I was thinking of ebay or something. But if someone could help me and picking a Machine for my first that would be great thanks guys.

[RC_KAOS]

Since your on this site I am assuming you want nitro? What's your budget? Any idea on what scale size you after? Is there a track in your town?

[cbonner99]

If you are wanting to race, then go to the track ans see what the other races are running. Since there are no local shops and whatever you end up getting will be mail order/onternet order as far as parts, the local racers should be willing to help you out.
Whatever you get, get a reliable name brand vehicle that is available for purchase in stores( internet or brick & mortar. Beware of the ones that aree only available online through some of these dealers or only available through ebay. Parts and support will be non existant.

[Steelz]

Since your on this site I am assuming you want nitro? What's your budget? Any idea on what scale size you after? Is there a track in your town?

Yes Nitro. My budget is 500. Whats scale sizr and there is a track here.

[Steelz]

So if someone could just tell me a decent car for me to start off with from ebay that would be great.

[RC_KAOS]

Yes Nitro. My budget is 500. Whats scale sizr and there is a track here.

Might be best to go down and see what is the most common race down at your local track and ask the guys were they get their gear from etc.

So if someone could just tell me a decent car for me to start off with from ebay that would be great.

I wouldn't buy a 2nd hand rc as a 1st rc unless you know what you are doing so stay away from ebay!
Here is a couple of suggestions:
If 1/10 2wd truck - http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/9137/n/Team-Associated-RC10GT2-Race-Spec-RTR-1-10-Nitro-Truck

If 1/8 Buggy
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_48/products_id/18901/n/Team-Associated-RC8RS-Race-Spec-RTR-Buggy
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_48/products_id/37782/n/Team-Losi-8IGHT-20-1-8-4WD-RTR-Buggy-w-DX3S-Radio-Telemetry-Installed-Starter-Box
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_48/products_id/8921/n/OFNA-Hyper-85x-RTR-1-8-Competition-Buggy-Kit-w-Macstar-28

If 1/8 Truggy
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1256/products_id/33276/n/OFNA-Jammin-X2-CRT-Ready-To-Run-1-8-Competition-Unlimited-Monster-Truck-RTR
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1256/products_id/32127/n/Team-Associated-RC8T-RS-Race-Spec-RTR-1-8-Truggy

Amain hobbies send worldwide and one of the best online stores out in the matrix

[Steelz]

Ok and also I would like to know what scale size does and means. And where it says it on a car and all that jazz.

[bigmatt]

If it's a buggy I would do the losi 2.0 rtr. comes with everything but battery's. also parts every where for that buggy. I run a jammin x-2 and if I had to do it all over again I would do the losi rtr 2.0 buggy. Thats not a deal it's a steal.

[tommy2112]

bang for the buck i would say the losi 2.0 rtr , comes everything you need except fuel , and parts are available almost everywhere

[Steelz]

What fuel do I use and where do you get it.

[Steelz]

Also could someone give me a link to get that Losi 2.0 rtr

[Steelz]

Would this be a good one to maybe start off with.

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/33508/n/Team-Academy-RT-4-GP-Pro-Spec-1-10th-Nitro-Truck

[tommy2112]

Would this be a good one to maybe start off with.

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/33508/n/Team-Academy-RT-4-GP-Pro-Spec-1-10th-Nitro-Truck



i personally would not touch this car at all if a 1/10 gas you want get a associated gt2.....

amain hobbies carries the losi 2.0 rtr

[Steelz]

So it comes with everything but the gas on amain for the losi 2.0 rtr

[Steelz]

Also is there any off roader that I could get on there for under 300 dollars with everything but gas.

[tommy2112]

If it's a buggy I would do the losi 2.0 rtr. comes with everything but battery's. also parts every where for that buggy. I run a jammin x-2 and if I had to do it all over again I would do the losi rtr 2.0 buggy. Thats not a deal it's a steal.


bigmatt it comes with a 1 6 cell nimh for the starter box and a hump pack for the receiver .... you just need batteries for the the radio

[tommy2112]

Also is there any off roader that I could get on there for under 300 dollars with everything but gas.

it all depends on what you are going to use it for ..... look around there website .... put rtr in the search box and see what comes up


you will need to buy fuel for any gas car you get

[Steelz]

I dont want this like really expensive car to start off just a cheap one to get used to this sport. If you could just post some that are cheap and come with everything that would be great.

[tommy2112]

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/39919/n/Traxxas-Nitro-Sport-RTR-w-TQ-Radio-Pro15-Enginehttp://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/9137/n/Team-Associated-RC10GT2-Race-Spec-RTR-1-10-Nitro-Truck

heres a cpl of the most popular

[Steelz]

So if I were to get that what would I need to get after that so that my car is ready to run.

[tommy2112]

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/39919/n/Traxxas-Nitro-Sport-RTR-w-TQ-Radio-Pro15-Engine

[tommy2112]

fuel and batterys

[Steelz]

Ok and would that be a good one for me to start.

[Steelz]

Also what fuel for it.

[tommy2112]

byrons 20% or sidewinder 20% mite even go with blue thunder 20% for either car i suggested

[RC_KAOS]

Would this be a good one to maybe start off with.

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_1157/products_id/33508/n/Team-Academy-RT-4-GP-Pro-Spec-1-10th-Nitro-Truck

Parts support wouldn't be very well for it, if it is 1/10 truck you are after thn go with the AE RC10GT RTR (Ready to Run)

So it comes with everything but the gas on amain for the losi 2.0 rtr

The 8ight 2.0 RTR is alittle overpriced for what you are after - http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_48/products_id/37782/n/Team-Losi-8IGHT-20-1-8-4WD-RTR-Buggy-w-DX3S-Radio-Telemetry-Installed-Starter-Box

Also is there any off roader that I could get on there for under 300 dollars with everything but gas.

I dont want this like really expensive car to start off just a cheap one to get used to this sport. If you could just post some that are cheap and come with everything that would be great.

Team Associated RC10GT2 RTR

http://images.amainhobbies.com/images/large/asc7092.jpg

http://aedownloads.com/images/gt2/7092_action.700.jpg

http://67.199.85.166/ae/gt2/7092_transmission.400.jpg

http://67.199.85.166/ae/gt2/7092_radiotray.400.jpg

http://67.199.85.166/ae/gt2/7092_frontend.400.jpg

http://67.199.85.166/ae/gt2/7092_batterybox.400.jpg

Blue anodized aircraft aluminum chassis. Radical new chassis design adds tremendous rigidity for the ultimate in consistency and handling that no other truck can claim.
Radical pre-printed body shell (http://aedownloads.com/downloads/item_photos/7998.jpg) that any pro painter would be proud to produce.
Our proven #2915 AE .15X engine will shock customers with its power and speed, like no other manufacturer's pull start engine sold in any RTR. Our Engine Replacement Policy (http://aedownloads.com/pdf/engine_replacement_policy.pdf) is a win-win deal for customers and hobby shops.
High traction tires front (http://aedownloads.com/downloads/item_photos/7827.jpg) and rear (http://aedownloads.com/downloads/item_photos/7828.jpg) with molded inserts for consistent handling and long life in all track conditions.
The completely new design of the GT2 RS RTR makes it easy to work on and maintain—which is good for everyone from the Hobby Shop to the owner.
Shielded bearings throughout the truck.
XP2 radio with these outstanding features:

Quick access to frequency crystal (crystal and antenna are included)
On/Off switch
Adjustable trigger for large or small hands
Steering wheel angled 10°
Servo reversing switch
External charging jack: allows for recharging the transmitter. AA batteries only (batteries not included)
Steering dual-rate
Throttle trim
Steering trim
Throttle ATV low
Throttle ATV high
Battery level indicator
When you add up this long list of features, it is easy to see why the new GT2 RS RTR from Associated will increase the excitement levels for two-wheel-drive, gas-powered RTRs.

All you need is fuel (20 - 25% nitro) 12aa batteries (8 for transmitter, 4 for receiver) and just grab a few spare glow plugs

[RC_KAOS]

AE GT2 would be the best aswell for if you wanted to get real serious into racing you could upgrade it to the factory team (full race model)

[Steelz]

What are glow plugs for?

[RC_KAOS]

What are glow plugs for?

Nitro fuel uses glow plugs not spark plugs.

http://images.amainhobbies.com/images/large/tra3232x.jpg

[RC_KAOS]

You would be best to go down to your local track and watch them maintain and tune their cars and see what it is all about. I wouldn't recommend the Losi 8IGHT RTR as it is $649 and you could end up not liking the hobby at all and wanting to get rid of it (see it done alot of times) You can also search youtube for videos of nitro motors to get a better idea

[hpifan13]

to be quite honest i no alot of these guys will prolly get mad at me for sayin this but look at towerhobbies nitro st15 its a rtr stadium truck and is a pretty good deal so even if u decide u dont like the sport u arnt out that much. This was my first starter truck and it still runs like a raped ape.it has an aluminum chasis with a .15 engine. plus parts are cheap when ya break um belive me. And tower also has great customer service i deal with them alot. but that just my opinion but even my dad who owned a traxxas nitro stampede before his st15 is happy with it.