Why should I choose RB5 over B4

Chrislong · #1 26-01-2009

I currently have a B4 and like it. But I do like the look of the RB5.

What I like from a car is it to generate plenty of drive, my favourite 2wd is the Losi BK2. Ive also liked the B3 more so than the B4. I am running the B4 with 4 degree of Anti-squat and it seems to suit me like this.

But I just fancy a change, and wonderring, who can persuade me either way...

... do I, or don't I.

Chris

RLGfx · #2 26-01-2009

borrow a set-up one and see what you think, that's the best way...

I'll admit I bit the bullet and and bought one. Easier to drive than the B4, and just feels more consistent run to run.

jim76 · #3 26-01-2009

steering of a B4 with the rear drive of BK2. What's not to like! try one, it's a good car, and built like a tank too.

Chrislong · #4 26-01-2009

I spoke to Woody earlier, thanks Stu for that advice.

Borrowing one would be good, but for me that wouldn't give it a true test as what would be a good setup for one person may not be for me. I may just bite the bullet and take it on.

Chrislong · #5 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by jim76

steering of a B4 with the rear drive of BK2. What's not to like! try one, it's a good car, and built like a tank too.

Good answer, are you sales person?

RSharpy · #6 26-01-2009

Chris, if your at Broxtowe this Sunday your welcome to have a go with mine.

Chrislong · #7 26-01-2009

Thanks Richard, Unfortunately I won't be there. Id like to be as I really enjoyed the Xmas Cracker, but I am doing the Endurance race at York which I am also looking forward to.

Robfo · #8 26-01-2009

You know you want to get a Losi! But if you were in the market for an RB5 i think Fab might sell you his....

Chrislong · #9 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Robfo

You know you want to get a Losi! But if you were in the market for an RB5 i think Fab might sell you his....

Hey Rob. Well a Losi is tempting too, but with the option of Fabs I just want to make my mind up first. I know he broke pretty much everything yesterday but he's got all the new bits to fix it.

Robfo · #10 26-01-2009

Oh yeah i forgot he put it through the grinder yesterday. Maybe you should let him put it back together first!

jim76 · #11 26-01-2009

how the heck did he manage that? I only broke a rear atomic tower on mine on the big table top at eden park, and that was in nearly 2 full seasons use!

put associated blue turnbuckles on it though Chris, as the stock ones do bend!

oh, and i don't do sales, far more boring than that!

Northy · #12 26-01-2009

You know Chris, I just might have a go too

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Chrislong · #13 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Northy

You know Chris, I just might have a go too

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Im liking the idea, more so with the fact you may be aswell.

Northy · #14 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Chrislong

Im liking the idea, more so with the fact you may be aswell.

Now we just have to get the J to the Dicko on board and we're set

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Garry Driffill · #15 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by jim76

far more boring than that!

Ohh dear

Didnt think there was a job more boring than mine!

Chrislong · #16 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Northy

Now we just have to get the J to the Dicko on board and we're set

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We have 24hrs to twist his arm next weekend...

RogerM · #17 26-01-2009

As you all know I am the RB5's biggest fan .... it is, without doubt, the best 2wd I have ever driven!

If pressed I'd say take all the best bits of the AE and Losi cars and mix them together, add an extra helping of easy to drive and your getting close to the RB5!!!!

I also vastly prefered the B3 to the B4 ..... the RB5 is as consistent as the B3 (if not more so) but maybe a little more front end both into and out of a corner.

I have tried several cars over the past season (borrowed and palyed with set-ups in my own time not just a quick drive at a meeting), I still don't like the B4 at all, the Losi is a good car but feels a little nerveous compared to the RB5 (probably more to do with how stable the RB5 is rather than anything too much wrong with the XXX-CR), the X6 seems really good on high grip stuff and a little looser than an RB5 in the wet, the S2 I tried wasn't right for me but it was the longer version.

Nothing has tempted me away from the RB5

Fabs · #18 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Chrislong

Hey Rob. Well a Losi is tempting too, but with the option of Fabs I just want to make my mind up first. I know he broke pretty much everything yesterday but he's got all the new bits to fix it.

You can have a go at it at Jarrow if you want. I'm getting setup advice from the US ATM.

Northy · #19 26-01-2009

I'm getting more and more tempted.....

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Chrislong · #20 26-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Fabs

You can have a go at it at Jarrow if you want. I'm getting setup advice from the US ATM.

Nice one, If you want to swap cars for one or two rounds we could? Perhaps for the full day? If you have MSN, Pm please it to me mate.