Looking about getting a palm racer.. more..

ClockwOrk · #1 12-29-2002, 11:10 PM

For those who own Mini-X's, how much faster and more fun are these in comparison to the bits.. Im thinking about getting a mini x.. so far i have z-cars, microsizer and a couple clones. Looking to go bigger... Is it worth it, or should i just reinvest in a few more bits

I LOVE to tinker and upgrade, these look alot more upgradable etc... Fill me in please!

ClockwOrk · #2 12-30-2002, 01:06 AM

Or should i be going for a Mini-Z??? Im really confused... are mini-x's as good as the mini-z's?!

tinyrc · #3 12-30-2002, 09:47 AM

Well, it's a choice between 2 and 4wd, and high or low detail bodies. The Mini-X has 4wd, up to 6 cells, and 4 wheel ind. suspension. The Mini-Z is much less advanced in terms of electronics and mechanics, but offers more hop-ups and better looking bodies. If you're considering a Mini-Z, check out our sister site Mini-ZRacer.com. Where would you like to run your car, this may help decide?

binaryterror · #4 12-30-2002, 10:23 AM

A stock Mini-Z is slower than the stock Mini-X, especially on low traction surfaces.

Remember though the Mini-Z has tons more modifications available via stores, where the Mini-X is more a stock runner, some parts but not as many as the Mini-X.

ClockwOrk · #5 12-30-2002, 11:37 AM

Well i would be running it outside and on industrial carpet in my basement... Basically anywhere really. I dont know of anyone with a track or anything so it would just be for fun

I registered on your sister site so im learning more and more!

ClockwOrk · #6 12-30-2002, 11:55 AM

Do you guys think that the mini-x will eventually become more customizable etc?! I like to upgrade and tinker around, ugh such a hard decision!

DrSwesly1 · #7 12-30-2002, 12:21 PM

Im returning my X, the mini-z performs better with jsut a little less hopups, the mini-x handles horribly in my opinion, i highly reccommend you get a mini-z and buy some hopups from minizracer.com , also there is only bearings, springs, wheel nuts, and tires as hopups on the mini-x, its just not worth it.

binaryterror · #8 12-30-2002, 12:32 PM

I still personally like mine more than my friends Mini-Z. But really there have been no problems on my end with the Mini-X.

ClockwOrk · #9 12-30-2002, 01:49 PM

Is there any differance in speed between the x or the z??

binaryterror · #10 12-30-2002, 01:54 PM

Stock the Z is slower. But remember there are tons of mods, and yes the mini-z can be faster after you mod it up.

catman25 · #11 12-30-2002, 04:20 PM

i have one mini-x 4 wheel and one 2 wheel .. im getting a super fast 2 wheel motor that can handle it ..i love the mini-x's i have many bodies avail. i also have a minix truck.i think mini-z's cost way to muchg and have to do way to much to get them where you want them speed and quality wise.

ClockwOrk · #12 12-30-2002, 05:29 PM

Ok im sold! no more questions! lol ill be placing my order for a mini-x from tiny asap!

Thanks guys.

catman25 · #13 12-30-2002, 08:32 PM

have you seen my mini x truck set up?currently selling them cheap ..

binaryterror · #14 12-30-2002, 09:10 PM

I agree...my friend with the Mini-Z is expecting to spend $150 plus the cost of the car to make it what he wants. Where as my stock (or 6 cell) mini-X is awesome. He has even said he likes the handling and innovation of the moni-X more, but he is a super tinker, and has plenty of $$$ to throw at them. Also he loves Ferrari Modena 360 bodies, hence the mini-z being perfect for him.

Also when the snow melted we raced on my nice 1 yr old driveway, and well the mini-z's suspension couldn't do it at all, but the X was great!

catman25 · #15 12-30-2002, 10:19 PM

i would really like to see more of people like you and me binary ..out there trying new stuff to get the mini x awesome ! ..have you ever considered trying a slot car motor..its based on 130 can ..allready with neo magnets and adjustablke timing.they go as low as 12 turn i think ..but lets find some fets to put in those available spots .