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Old 04-25-2003, 10:18 PM
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Ok I know of Nitro RS4 3 Kits and RTRs 4WDs then RS4 Super Nitro 4WDs.

The Nitro RS4 3s The kits are with a .12RSS whats the stats on it and what size bodies do they take?

the RS4 3s but the RTRs have a .15FE whats the stats on that and what size bodies does it take.


The Super Nitro ones have the same .15FE engine but why Super in the name whats differ bigger?



Whats the fastes stock of these at what speeds?


Sorry for the mucho questions but I just needed to know them.
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Ok, the RTR3 and RS4 3 Type SS use 1/10 scale bodies. THe .12SS engine has about 1hp and the SS has a two speed, while the 15FE is rated about .6hp and can propel both cars it powers to about 35mph, the SS goes about 45.
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Thanks the 1/10 scale bodies are 200mm right? Is there any cheap ways to get it over the 50mph mark or even faster? By changing thingies like gearing?

is the RS4 type SS a good car? not only for beginners but pros?

just a off topic question. Whats a very very fast Nitro car....as in speed. not the name of the car just speed about.
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Including my other question I have more to add....go figure

Another question I have is it possible to Roll the wheels but have the model stay put.


Whats some good Servos to put in these?



Just trying to get a feel....
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Originally posted by Fastfly
Thanks the 1/10 scale bodies are 200mm right? Is there any cheap ways to get it over the 50mph mark or even faster? By changing thingies like gearing?

is the RS4 type SS a good car? not only for beginners but pros?

just a off topic question. Whats a very very fast Nitro car....as in speed. not the name of the car just speed about.
too me a fast nitro touring car is 60 mph. My street force does around 52 mph but when i add a new engine im hoping for 60+ mph. The street force can be had for 235.00 without radio from tower if you get the 15 dollars off. The street force has wild accleration and like I said, goes around 52 mph. Im just putting another option out there I dont mean to intrude on the hpi discussion.
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Originally posted by nitroman88
Im just putting another option out there I dont mean to intrude on the hpi discussion.


I am always looking for idea I think the Street force would making modding much harder. Is that true?
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I'm thinkin about gettin the RS4 3 Type SS with the Saleen body as my first nitro.They look very good exept for the plastic disc brake I heard.I'd love building the car and breakin it in and modding the engine.This looks like the car for me
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Galaxy what have you heard about the plastic brakes?


I myself am thinking about getting the Acura body and buying a Camero SS for it.
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If you get the SS you should order the fiber brake upgrade when you buy the car.The plastic one wears out really fast.Mine wore out after about 3 quarts then I just put in the fiber one.
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I am now Hearing the TC3 is a much better car. Is this true and should I go for it?
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The two cars are pretty close in comparison.I've heard the TC3 has a better chassis setup but it doesn't come with a 2speed but even with the 2speed the two cars are about the same in the speed category(stock vs. stock) but I think you'd be happy with either car they are both sweet!
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I guess it all comes down to prefererance and price. I am now hearing Trinity in the area bu thats more of a racing car. so I am not sure
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If your just gonna be bashing all the time then i say get the HPI if your gonna be racing right out of the box then get the TC3.Ive' read threads in here about HPI winning some races but the car was HEAVILY modified and I've read articles in mags that people have won race's with a TC3 with no more than an engine and a 2speed and maybe some suspension stuff.I have a RS4 SS and I love it and I've never had any problems starting the stock engine and i've never broken anything even after I rolled it with no body on at full speed witch is about 45mph!!!! ONLY SCRATCHED THE HEAD!!!!
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Is bashing just playing and banging it up?
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yup

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