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Old 07-24-2002, 03:02 PM
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RTR abc dtm sp?

How much would it cost to build a ready to race dtm sp? Let's say about bare minimum here. . .
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Old 07-24-2002, 03:24 PM
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Check out the shop... but here's some help. Remember, you'll need a body too. I can't remember where to get those... But look at the other posts, they're VERY helpful.

Electronics for DTM

DTM Basic Set

I've got a used one and with a stock Micro RS4 motor, it is FAST. I can't imagine how fast I'm gonna go when I hop it up!!!
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Old 07-24-2002, 05:03 PM
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I can't remember where to get those
We've got some on the way...
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Old 07-24-2002, 06:04 PM
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would I also need an engine?
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Old 07-24-2002, 07:30 PM
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andrzejpw, the basic kit comes with a motor. Feel free to post any other questions you have about what you need / what you get.
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Old 07-24-2002, 08:49 PM
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lol, well, because of the fact that it would cost upwards of $200, I think I'll pass. But I WILL, otoh, get a mini-z in a few months. I mean, it seems to be pretty upgradeable, and reasonably priced.
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Old 07-25-2002, 12:05 PM
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IMHO, the ABC is the best bang for the buck. But why not get both?
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Old 07-25-2002, 04:42 PM
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Something with the fact that that would be about $350.
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Old 07-30-2002, 01:43 AM
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do they only run foams or can you use rubber tires?
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Old 07-30-2002, 12:06 PM
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ANDRZEJPW, PLEASE DO YOUR MATH.

Hi there, I see you're in for a small scale racer and that you're considering the ABC SP. But then I read...

"lol, well, because of the fact that it would cost upwards of $200, I think I'll pass. But I WILL, otoh, get a mini-z in a few months. I mean, it seems to be pretty upgradeable, and reasonably priced."

What am I missing here? Let me see... you'll pass on a $200 car, just to buy something MORE EXPENSIVE ??! Right, 'cause we all know that a mini-z is relatively "reasonably priced" but what you get is a pile of ill performing parts lashed up to resemble an r/c car. In order to get anything remotely similar to the word "high-performance" you'll need to spend THREE or FOUR times the purchase price. And wait, thats not all...

It will NEVER EVER handle like an ABC or a Tamtech or anything else nomatter how much money you spend. Unless, that is, you buy a mini-z FORMULA 1. That is a totally different story.
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Old 07-30-2002, 12:17 PM
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The mini-z will only be for light use, etc. Maybe one day, when I get a real job, I'll consider the abc dtm. Unless I can find one used. . . I mean, I'd need to buy TONS of stuff to get the abc ready to run.

The mini-z, otoh, I realize it won't perform nearly as well. But I can buy it cheaply and upgrade, if I want, as I go.
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Old 07-30-2002, 04:38 PM
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OK THEN

But buy an F1. That way you'll get the best from two worlds. RTR at a relatively ok price and the possibility to upgrade as you go along. The F1 really is a stunning performer.

Have fun!
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Old 08-15-2002, 08:49 PM
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How much would a bare-bones dtm cost? Basically, rtr.
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Old 08-16-2002, 01:35 AM
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well mine that i just puchased is near bare bones:
abc dtm sp-$75
body-$11
battery pack-$28
ipd race-20 speed control-$45
hitec hs-81mg servo-$22
already have radio, reciever, and charger
paint-depends
this is probably around $190-195 shipped.
you could buy an airtronics/sanwa es-01 speedcontrol-$30 and hs-81-$18 and that saved you about 19 dollars if you already have the radio gear. note that i purchased from www.horizonhobby.com, www.servocity.com, and www.micrors4racer.com
you could just pic up an airtronics blazer sport or futaba magnum sport. i recommend the latter. they would be around $4o-50.
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Old 08-16-2002, 07:43 AM
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I have nothing. So it'd be around $250?
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