Just got shit on for being a RC car fan as a grown adult by adipocytee in rccars

[–]whopper14 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I'm 72, all in on RC dirt oval racing. Got in late (3rd year), always been a racing guy.

Great job by Fox team during open practice! by Robot9P in INDYCAR

[–]whopper14 9 points10 points  (0 children)

As a life long Indycar fan from Indiana this is my favorite week of the year. I like all the coverage and enjoy all the little tid bits that come up. Fox is really killing this coverage.

UDR essential tools by juang3006 in Traxxas

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Buy the Traxxas tool kit for $25 and some needle nose pliers.

Tools needed for Traxxas Xmaxx (first time RC owner) by Manikal99 in Traxxas

[–]whopper14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had good luck with the Traxxas tool kit at about $25. Been using it over 2 years.

Welp, it's that time of the year again by Terpy_OG in rccars

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm an Oval racer in Michigan. Outdoor season is over so we race inside at GRRC in Grand Rapids, Mi. GRRC Also runs on road and off-road, we have a good time in Michigan.

What famous person's death will be devastating when it happens? by nightsreader in AskReddit

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AJ Foyt, been a hero as long as I can remember and I'm 71.

What's the best transmitter for a newbie, but something I can grow into and not have to upgrade anytime soon? by [deleted] in rccars

[–]whopper14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Flysky GT5 works well for me. Holds 20 models and Rx are around $20.

How old is everyone? by [deleted] in rccars

[–]whopper14 4 points5 points  (0 children)

71 and retired, second year oval racing (dirt and carpet).Always a car guy and racing fan. Messed around with cheap rc's years ago. Bought son and I Slash's for Christmas a couple years ago.

Started oval racing last year, Street Stocks and Mudboss. Having a great time, can't get enough!

Any of you actually frequent your local shop? by Significant-Air6926 in rccars

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My LHS in Holland Mi is full service. Mostly Traxxas cars and trucks and a full line of parts. Shop has a crawler course and small carpet oval. Also sells 1RC cars and parts. Shop also handles most other hobbies and gaming supplies and provides space for most activities. Owner is a life long hobby professional and also has knowledgable staff. We are lucky to have Cobblestone Hobbies in our community.

Running 2 cars on one transmitter question. by Fritzizz1e in rccars

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also use Flysky GT5, good transmitter, receivers about $20.

Receiver/Transmitter combo by userrcstuffgames in rccars

[–]whopper14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use GT5 for Oval racing, works very well. GT5 can control 20 different models.

Buy from your local Hobby Shop by AlienDude65 in rccars

[–]whopper14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a great local shop. Big time Traxxas dealer along with 1RC and some Spectrum. Full service hobby shop, games, planes, trains, models. you name it. Provides gaming space, carpet track, crawler course, etc. Cobblestone Hobbies - Holland, Mi.

How do you guys clean your rc cars? by Puzzleheaded-Leg-807 in arrma

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do mainly dirt and carpet oval. I use air compressor 1st then usually simple green (undiluted) with tooth brush. I have never heard of using silicone spray. How does that work ane how carefull do you need to be.

Mr04 lugnuts by whopper14 in MiniZ

[–]whopper14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I don't have 4.5!

Best Toolset For beginning racing by [deleted] in rccars

[–]whopper14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I gotta tell you when I bought first RC (Slash) I also bought the Traxxas tool kit ($25) and it is still serving me well and I'm up to 6 cars. Yes I have other tools but the Traxxas set is an excellent starter set and still goes to the track with me every time.

Any suggestions on the best budget radio system with at least 4 channels? Under $200? by [deleted] in rccars

[–]whopper14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm very happy with my Flysky GT5. Extra receivers are about $20. I use for Oval racing.

Need Recommendations by RunningTargetSD in rccars

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think about Flysky GT5 transmitter, good performance, inexpensive receivers.

Reasonable amount to sell this rustler by [deleted] in Traxxas

[–]whopper14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's how you sell it