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Post by chiefmasterbeast on Oct 2, 2008 20:22:18 GMT -5
This is a very good thread. I'm tempted to go 2.4Gigs but I couldnt justify it quite yet, especially with lack of knowledge about them. Since i dont race, ill just keep with the stock stuff for now. The Traxxas stuff is still good. I'm sure i'll go 2.4 at some point, but I think i need some more research first.
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Post by xredge on Oct 2, 2008 21:18:59 GMT -5
On the racing. the place I'm racing now the outdoor season is every other Sunday, but for right now we are racing every week until the weather gets bad. For winter racing I guess would have to ask Rob what the schedule is besides the days of the week. So I am racing pretty steady.
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Post by xredge on Oct 3, 2008 8:46:51 GMT -5
I don't know, but in my eyes you're already ahead on transmitter - and by my count you're about 8 vehicles short of filling up all the model memory you have at your fingertips. That and a few receivers. I just don't know why you don't get additional receivers and save your money, or spend it on something else. But the deal to me is that while I could and can understand the "convenience factor" of getting a 2.4 system -- with so many people now running them it's almost as convenient being the only guy at the track not using one. The other thing is that - sure you're adding RCs to the stable, but can you honestly tell me that you need to have all of them in running condition all on the same day? I see a lot of guys deep in the hole investing in all sorts of extra receivers and trasnponders and all I can say to them is, "and I've got how much extra money I can spend on goodies I can actually use?" I mean if you had just cheapo traxxas or XRS transmitters and receivers, by all means step up to the plate. But you have a decent radio already, and now you're looking to spend more money --- for what? It's still your choice and your decision...... and I'm sure others will chime in and tell me just how wrong I am.   The XS3 has a six model memory so I guess since I have 2 of them I have 12 models.  . And right now this is my thoughts on racing present season only racing the Slash. Winter season racing Stadium truck and maybe something else not sure yet. And odds are outdoor season next year would be a maximum of 4 classes for racing. Other vehicles that I might run would be a pratice vehicle at track at home to keep race vehicle in shape not sure on that, Savage bash fun vehicle, and Nitro rustler to play with but might sell it also to lean out the heard to get more. ;D Also thinking about getting a crawler. But you are right about spending money on other things right now, as the winter truck needs to be setup and since it needs batteries and thought about switching over to LiPo for next season (winter season was out at first for me as nothing that close or real reasonable drive to go on a consistent basis) I should just get a good LiPo charger now and batteries for the Winter car. Also you are right about being the guy at the track not using one, I'm pretty much the oddball. Plus if a deal falls through I have right now I had no plans on getting on now. really wouldn't be until more like springtime if I get a bonus this year. Instead of putting it into the show/ex-race car would go into this, plus thinking about putting off the All-ford Nationals again this year which saves me 1000+ to go there, with all the expenses. Actually I don't think you are wrong, but if I have get the $$$ to make the upgrade, should I just do it or wait buy a couple more receivers and wait another year or 2. For the winter I'll stick with the XS3 For refernce here are the classes I'm running to help: 2008 outdoor: Slash 2008 - 2009 indoor: 1/18th Stadium, 1/18th Oval or something else? 2009 outdoor: Slash, 2wd buggie, 4wd CORR or Truggie?, maybe 4wd buggie but will probaly wait until the next season. Slash could be 2 classes not sure depends where I race and what is available. |
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Post by -desertracer- on Oct 3, 2008 12:03:28 GMT -5
Personally, unless there's some underlying dying need to go 2.4 -- since you already have two XS3 tx's I'd spend a couple of dollars on picking up a couple extra receivers and have all your based covered. ... you'll need the receivers to be able to sell the XS3's at a later date anyway. You admit having 12 models covered, so why invest in more radio gear? Unless it's for the "just because" factor. |
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Post by dezfan on Oct 4, 2008 20:19:25 GMT -5
Sell both of the XS3's and buy a DX3R.
Having only one radio to worry about, store, keep track of, and buy batteries for is a big plus, and like I said, easily the nicest radio I've ever used at any level. It's much lighter than my previous DX3, only used 4 AA batteries, comes w/ a tiny receiver, has one of it not the largest LCD screen available, the scroll wheel makes navigation through all of the screens an absolute breeze, the 3rd channel assignment feature is a handy feature that I use regularly on my crawlers and everything is so intuitive that is kind of creepy.
I picked mine up new for $250.00 from one of the on-line dealers, and after I sold my DX3 my net cost was only $100.00.
I love the feel of it in my hands and you wouldn't think that 4AA batteries would be noticeable in weight, but it is.
I also love not having to have an long antenna on my radio or sticking out of my body.
Only downside IMO is that the receivers are a bit pricey. Even then, the DSM1 receivers also work w/ the DX3R so my extra SR3000 receivers are still being used. I'm sure like everything else, they will come down in price
I can't see myself going back to a AM or FM radio anytime soon. I don't miss the glitching, I don't miss waiting on my frequency clip to come open, or worrying about someone turning on their radio and screwing up one of my rigs.
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Post by -desertracer- on Oct 7, 2008 20:59:27 GMT -5
I can't see myself going back to a AM or FM radio anytime soon. I don't miss the glitching, I don't miss waiting on my frequency clip to come open, or worrying about someone turning on their radio and screwing up one of my rigs. Used XS3s are going for about 20-30 bucks, so still a 200 bone hit. The more of you lads go to 2.4 the less I'll have to worry about even thinking about a frequency clip -- but the radio companies sure luv ya. Never had any glitching issues. 8AAs translates to better range than 4.. |
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Post by dezfan on Oct 11, 2008 12:46:37 GMT -5
I can't see myself going back to a AM or FM radio anytime soon. I don't miss the glitching, I don't miss waiting on my frequency clip to come open, or worrying about someone turning on their radio and screwing up one of my rigs. The more of you lads go to 2.4 the less I'll have to worry about even thinking about a frequency clip -- but the radio companies sure luv ya. Never had any glitching issues. 8AAs translates to better range than 4.. True enough, as the eventual migration to 2.4 continues, those who continue to use the older equipment w/ be less burdened w/ some of those issue. Be very appreciative! When it happens, it is one of the most frustrating events in racing. I have heard of a few range issues, but those were limited to marine use. Never heard of a range issue for surface use or air use. |
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. And right now this is my thoughts on racing present season only racing the Slash. Winter season racing Stadium truck and maybe something else not sure yet. And odds are outdoor season next year would be a maximum of 4 classes for racing. Other vehicles that I might run would be a pratice vehicle at track at home to keep race vehicle in shape not sure on that, Savage bash fun vehicle, and Nitro rustler to play with but might sell it also to lean out the heard to get more. ;D Also thinking about getting a crawler.
