Best 4wd for starters?

Shaun_TLR · #1 30-07-2012

Ive been into 2wd 1/10 for about a year now (Losi 22) and really enjoying the racing. When funds allow, I might be lookin g to move into 4wd.

Wondered what you guys sggested as a good way to go. Cat sx3 seems popular, but not sure I want the hassle of adjusting belts etc shaft driven seems like it would be less hassle? TheDEX410r is attractive, but Im a student so replacement part costs need to be considered and ive been told theyre expensive.

Anyone any ideas?

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Karting · #2 30-07-2012

The Ansmann x4Pro is very good and the parts are cheap to replace, BUT very sturdy anyways

DragonRider · #3 30-07-2012

My vote would be for a B44.1, awesome car and parts easy to get and cheap to buy.

Shaun_TLR · #4 30-07-2012

is the b44.1 shaft driven? and can I run saddles with it or not?

mes · #5 30-07-2012

Go for the cheap version of the Yokomo B-Max4II! Very fast on the track, very tough and very easy to drive. You won't need any spares apart from maybe some front arms and shock towers. My son is a total beginner and has only managed to break one shock tower and front arm each so far.

DragonRider · #6 30-07-2012

Yes the B44.1 is shaft Driven and Yes you can run Saddles.

Chris-S · #7 30-07-2012

DEX410 is a very strong car, if funds are tight, keep a look out for second hand ones in the classfields.

Shaun_TLR · #8 30-07-2012

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Originally Posted by Chris-S

DEX410 is a very strong car, if funds are tight, keep a look out for second hand ones in the classfields.

id quite like a 410 but ive been told the parts are ferrocious to replace, and thats if you can even get hold of them ??

are they legit issues?

Hpi_guy · #9 30-07-2012

I can vouch for the 410's strength after a hard meeting at oople, parts are easily avaliable from any shop that will order them and from their website

Dudders · #10 30-07-2012

Decent B44 on eBay from Ian Mullaney

Stretch · #11 30-07-2012

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Originally Posted by Shaun_TLR

id quite like a 410 but ive been told the parts are ferrocious to replace, and thats if you can even get hold of them ??

are they legit issues?

The spares prices are such that it's cheaper to buy a second car for parts after the first few meetings.

If you can get a secondhand one in good condition with some upgrades, so much the better.

Skye · #12 30-07-2012

My vote for the overall package would go to the B44.1. If you broke down all the elements of cost, cost of spares, availability of spares etc then I think the B44.1 would come out on top. There are no bad cars these days though so it comes down to what's available at what price when you are looking to buy. It's true that Durango spares can be horrendous to get hold of, but in my experience that has usually been limited to new releases where they just cannot meet demand. If you are looking at an older model then I would think you'd be ok. The Lazer is also very impressive, but Kyosho spares cost more than most.

Dave Dodd · #13 30-07-2012

I second the x4pro, strong car. Very popular too. But always best to see what is popular at your local club and lhs for spares.

eddscott · #14 30-07-2012

What about a Tamiya DB01r?

Decent price, parts easily available. Quite rare but the non R models are readily available.

Berky · #15 30-07-2012

B44 - a good fast car and as tough as nails

The car is reasonably priced as are the spares and there are plenty of them around if you looking for help with setups!

I am average driver and like to get as much air on all the jumps on track where possible - the guys at SHRCCC can vouch for this

. The only thing i ever break on the odd occasion on my car is a front arm but only because i get my braking wrong!

DHB · #16 31-07-2012

I agree with many, dex 410, apart from alloy upgrades, which not all essential. parts are very reasonable to buy. Low maintanace diffs and tough car.

paulc · #17 31-07-2012

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Originally Posted by DHB

I agree with many, dex 410, apart from alloy upgrades, which not all essential. parts are very reasonable to buy. Low maintanace diffs and tough car.

I agree with this too yes the alloy parts are exspensive but if you was to buy them you only need to buy them once but they are built like tanks the main thing i've broke on mine are rear wings witch are about 3/4 quid

Jason A · #18 31-07-2012

I own both the Durango 210 and 410v3

The durangos are very solid reliable cars.

Spare parts are every where now it was only when Durango was being sold as company that there was limited spares.

The only thing really needed to be upgraded out box is alloy servo steering arm which is about £17.50.

Chris-S · #19 31-07-2012

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Originally Posted by Shaun_TLR

id quite like a 410 but ive been told the parts are ferrocious to replace, and thats if you can even get hold of them ??

are they legit issues?

Someone is telling you porkies!

The alloy parts don't break. I have broken a few other bits (wishbones, bulkheads), same as any other manufacturer, but have taken a lot more force to break. I had a B44, which would regularly fall apart for no apparent reason.

Spares are very easy to get hold of with next day delivery from Durango and shops such as ModelCarsReading, JESpares, MBModels all keeping a good stock of spares.

Shaun_TLR · #20 31-07-2012

Mmm ok so maybe sounds like ill try a pickup a use 410 when I have some dollar then. What sorta money do they go for?