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defto
10-22-2002, 05:48 PM
If I wanted to purchase a new radio controller for my epoch what would I have to get? I was looking at the radios over at towerhobbies.com and I have no clue what to look for or if it is even possible to use another radio with the epoch.
Namuna
10-22-2002, 06:21 PM
Do you have a MiniZ? If you do, you can use the Perfex controller with the Epoch no problem (just swap out the crystal).

Otherwise, you can use any 2-channel, 27MHz AM Transmitter. To save on money, try and find the TX alone (without the RX and Servo).

Good luck.
defto
10-22-2002, 06:43 PM
Well I don't have a mini-z yet. Is the perfex that comes with mini-zs as good or better than something I could buy from an online store? I guess what I'm trying to say is, should I just wait till I get a mini-z and not buy a new Tx(transmitter?)?
Namuna
10-22-2002, 06:49 PM
IMO, if you're getting a Mini-Z anyway? Then WAIT and use the Perfex that comes with it for your Z and Epoch.

The Perfex is a solid Transmitter, NOT like the CHEESY kiddy-toy transmitter that comes with the Epoch!

No need to waste money buying another Transmitter if you can already use a Perfex!
defto
10-22-2002, 06:52 PM
Okay then I guess I'm gonna wait till I get a min-z. Thanks for all the help.
Taigerr
11-21-2002, 07:09 AM
Guys...

any other controls that are Epoch spec 2 compatible???
gertman
11-21-2002, 07:12 AM
Just make sure it's 27mhz AM and has end point adjustment for both throttle and brakes.
Taigerr
11-21-2002, 08:14 AM
Originally posted by gertman
Just make sure it's 27mhz AM and has end point adjustment for both throttle and brakes.

Ummm dumb question here but what are "end point adjustments"... can I use the old fashiond "joystick" controls... I'm still waiting for tiny to get me a white integra so all I'm used to are zz and bit.... these are a whole new ball game but they look sweet.... apparently HLJ has a yellow integra but no pics yet on their site....
binaryterror
11-21-2002, 09:48 AM
Tinyrc has a really nice futaba controller for $35...

http://www.tinyrc.com/shop/product.php?pid=261

It will work on anything requiring 27Mhz and AM, just add your own crystals.
kwikbb
11-21-2002, 09:57 AM
Originally posted by binaryterror
Tinyrc has a really nice futaba controller for $35...

http://www.tinyrc.com/shop/product.php?pid=261

It will work on anything requiring 27Mhz and AM, just add your own crystals.
Hey BT, is that what your using for your X? if so what are your thoughts.
Thanks,
B
Taigerr
11-21-2002, 09:58 AM
Great... sounds like the way to go...
pev942
01-01-2003, 05:03 PM
i have used my airtronics radio on my spec 1 supra it is a model xl2p kinda old but it works
binaryterror
01-01-2003, 06:15 PM
Nah i am using my ancient Traxxas controller, about 8-10 yrs old.

My friend uses the one tiny sells for his entire fleet, from the mini-z to his 1/8th scale gas buggy.