Tiny Rc Carz ... Which is da best?

[slickdawgz]

Or this one?


http://www.toyeast.com/proddetail2.asp?pdtid=ATORC007

[Pojo]

I'd definitely go with the Auto Modellista set; you won't be dissapointed As for some info you need to know, here's my little guide I wrote up for another noob :

Ok man I guess i need to give you a big tutorial on bits, and bit buying. Any pros like payaso, tiny, or any of the other likely suspects can correct me if I'm wrong. I'll start with the basics:

There are 3 kinds of official bits, the Tomy BitChar-G, Tomy CompactChar-G, and the Hobbico Microsizer. Everything else is a clone, even Radioshack Zip Zaps! All of the offical bits are pretty much exactly the same, except for frequencies, and special edition stuff, which the Microsizer end has not received yet.

Each of the bits listed above has all of the bodies mentioned on the Hobbico Microsizers website, www.microsizers.com , minus the silver Toyota bB body, which is a United States exclusive.

Tomy BitChar-Gs have 4 available frequencies, or "bands", 27mhz, 35mhz, 45mhz, and 57mhz. It doesn't matter which you choose, they are all pretty much the same. Mods can be made to your car and controller to increase the range of your car. Tomy CompactChar-Gs and BitChar-Gs have some special edition car sets, most of which are derived from Japanese hit cartoons or games. You can view these sets either at the official Tomy website, www.tomy.co.jp , or a place where you can buy them, www.toyeast.com .

Tomy CompactChar-Gs have all of the same frequencies as BitChar-Gs, except that the "CCG", the Australian version of the BitChar-G, has another available band, 40mhz.

Hobbico Microsizers are the North American version of Tomy's BitChar-Gs. As mentioned before, they have all the same bodies and hop-ups, etc. that Tomy has, except for a couple of differences. Hobbico only offers 2.2 (the stock Microsizer engine) engines, and 2.6 engines. Some say that these engines are faster than the Tomy versions. The other difference is due to North American regulations. The only 2 frequencies available for Microsizers are 27mhz, and 59mhz (not a typo, just a north american band).

Clones tend to make fantastic beginner cars, as they tend to be cheap, yet they are still upgradeble. The only real cons with clones is a lack of quality, and frequent compatibility issues with Tomy and Hobbico products. Clones also have a habit of breaking down easily. Most people will agree with me when I say that int he long run, choosing a Hobbico or Tomy product is much more worthy of your time and money. I guarantee that an official bit will last much longer than a clone. However, because of their cheap prices, clones make excellent guinea pigs. Go wild!

As for advice on what you should buy, If you have a low budget, then go ahead, buy some clones, and have a party with your friends! Just make sure they are all different frequencies, and are no more than $20cdn. If you are looking at bits as a serious hobby, which your simple interest may turn into, then consider turning your wallet to www.toyeast.com . They have excellent prices, and you can get a special edition Tomy Skyline for about $53cdn shipped!

Anyways, maybe tiny or anyone else can use this post as a guide of somesort...who knows!

The bottom line when getting involved with these things is :


HAVE FUN!!!

[slickdawgz]

TYVM!!!

Is the 3.8 motor a "bit" (lol) too much for a beginner?

[Pojo]

Hah..no problem As for the 3.8, go for it; after you've gotten used to your stock engine, pop in the big boy!

[slickdawgz]

ok kool thx,

what is the best out right now?
motor?
battery?

[Pojo]

You want what I think is the best for each category?

[slickdawgz]

yes
please

[Pojo]

Hehe sorry for no reply I was busy with a program that made me feel high

Axel Gears-Teal 8:25:1 for speed
Tires-Soft on the back, for acceleration, Hard on the front for grip
Engine-3.8 for best top speed, DKS 3.4 for best all-around engine
Suspension-Either get no bar at all, or spring suspension I also wouldn't use the drift axle that comes with the susp. kit, because all it makes you do is donuts
Battery-NiMh 150mah all the way!
Frequency-27mhz (it's a classic!), and 57mhz (my first car...so reliable...) I would also suggest removing the cripple capicitator on your car, if you have one. What the heck is that? www.questformadness.com

Anymore questions?

[slickdawgz]

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[slickdawgz]

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thanks

[Ripper720]

POJO57,
Did you say hard tires in the front for grip? I am new to micro RC. I figured softer tires in the front would provide better "bite". I am on hardwood floors though and my car flies all over the place when I put the hard compound on front. I do find I can corner smoother with a small amount of front end slip.
RIP

[Blue Bit]

hope you find your MS But At this point in time if you order from an overseas dealer like "toyeast", it is unlikely you'll get it before christmas. You might want to try a domestic dealer and verify with them if how many days till you get them. But we'll never know, toyeast might come through.

[Pojo]

Guh I did write a nice long explanation for tires, but the stupid thing didnt let me log in...I've tried all the combonations, and I find that soft on the back, hard on the front, or vice versa works best.

[slickdawgz]

i agree with the soft back hard front idea

do you think that if i order from toyeast on tuesday it will be here by new years?

[slickdawgz]

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