colsoncj
Newbie
So, I've been doing rock crawling and offroading for several years, thinking about getting an RC toy to play with.
Right now, I'm torn between an Axial (maybe SCX10), a Cross HC6 (used to have an M35A2, so always have a sweet spot for them), or a Cross HC4 (just cause I like the HC6 and think the HC4 with only 2 axles and more simple suspension setup may allow for easier future upgrades.
What I'd like to do with it:
1. Get into RC crawling and fun. Learn the ropes
2. Have fun building it (leaning more towards Cross for this reason)
3. Accessorize... thought about adding a plow to it, or small snowblower and using it on the driveway... why i think the HC6 with a little weight in the back may make a GREAT candidate for this.
4. Do some crawling... maybe build a course one day to play on. In general, just have fun with it.
I think the Axial platforms lend themselves to a much wider aftermarket... more axle/suspension choices, seats, and the list goes on. Cross seems like a much more intricate build, still respectable quality, but when it comes to upgrades, it may be a much more DIY fab and make it work approach.
So, what I'd like to know:
1. For getting into casual RC world, with the desires I mentioned above, whats the right RC for me and why? Is there another I should consider?
2. Those that have experience with both Cross and Axial, specifically the HC4/6 and SCX10 platforms, can you comment on what you like/dont like/would do again?
3. Axial: Would you get a RTR kit, or get the builder kit, buy the body, and piece the rest together with selected stuff...
4. Axial Builder and Cross: What do you recommend for casual users (With the hope to one day upgrade, but lets be honest, may not stick with it), for a controller, servos, and motor? I'm sure its quite dependent, and if need be can discuss that later.
5. For a controller, how many channels do you really need, and recommendations on model/brands? What are all the channels used for? Steering, winch, transmission, transfer? I also know this can be quite model and part specific, but details are helpful!
I have more, but lets start there![Smile :) :)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
-Cory
Right now, I'm torn between an Axial (maybe SCX10), a Cross HC6 (used to have an M35A2, so always have a sweet spot for them), or a Cross HC4 (just cause I like the HC6 and think the HC4 with only 2 axles and more simple suspension setup may allow for easier future upgrades.
What I'd like to do with it:
1. Get into RC crawling and fun. Learn the ropes
2. Have fun building it (leaning more towards Cross for this reason)
3. Accessorize... thought about adding a plow to it, or small snowblower and using it on the driveway... why i think the HC6 with a little weight in the back may make a GREAT candidate for this.
4. Do some crawling... maybe build a course one day to play on. In general, just have fun with it.
I think the Axial platforms lend themselves to a much wider aftermarket... more axle/suspension choices, seats, and the list goes on. Cross seems like a much more intricate build, still respectable quality, but when it comes to upgrades, it may be a much more DIY fab and make it work approach.
So, what I'd like to know:
1. For getting into casual RC world, with the desires I mentioned above, whats the right RC for me and why? Is there another I should consider?
2. Those that have experience with both Cross and Axial, specifically the HC4/6 and SCX10 platforms, can you comment on what you like/dont like/would do again?
3. Axial: Would you get a RTR kit, or get the builder kit, buy the body, and piece the rest together with selected stuff...
4. Axial Builder and Cross: What do you recommend for casual users (With the hope to one day upgrade, but lets be honest, may not stick with it), for a controller, servos, and motor? I'm sure its quite dependent, and if need be can discuss that later.
5. For a controller, how many channels do you really need, and recommendations on model/brands? What are all the channels used for? Steering, winch, transmission, transfer? I also know this can be quite model and part specific, but details are helpful!
I have more, but lets start there
-Cory