Base camp builders kit vs RTR

[gein]

Hi guys, looking at building my next kit, a naturally came across the base camp and like the idea of building this kit.

However, looking at the RTR version with portals for only 120$ more, it makes the kit looks like a terrible idea.

To me, building is really part of the hobby, but the RTR seems to be such a better value, even buying it and replace the motor/esc would be probably way cheaper than building the kit.

Yes, i like the straight axle of the kit better but for my trail/crawling usage, lets be honest the RTR would probably be just fine.

So, do you guys think the kit worth it?

Let me know what you think.

[twade984]

Originally Posted by gein

Hi guys, looking at building my next kit, a naturally came across the base camp and like the idea of building this kit.

However, looking at the RTR version with portals for only 120$ more, it makes the kit looks like a terrible idea.

To me, building is really part of the hobby, but the RTR seems to be such a better value, even buying it and replace the motor/esc would be probably way cheaper than building the kit.

Yes, i like the straight axle of the kit better but for my trail/crawling usage, lets be honest the RTR would probably be just fine.

So, do you guys think the kit worth it?

Let me know what you think.

I bought a base camp RTR and was happy with it considering. I ended up with too many portal rigs and tried to sell it but didn’t have much luck without giving it away. Ultimately I sold the axles and put straight axles on it for the time being.

If both were available when I bought the rtr, I would have opted for the kit because I like building kits, and I typically prefer straight axles. Plus I like that the dig option is included with the kit.

Basecamp take off bodies can be had on eBay for a decent price, and that’s probably the route I would have gone.

Either way I don’t think you can go wrong


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[gein]

Im sure both options are good yes.

I may wait until theres a good deal on the kit just because i also like building my rigs.

At MSRP i would probably take the RTR version and replace the motor/esc.

[diceman42]

I'm with ya on building a kit is way more fun than just buying a RTR. For the price, you can buy the RTR, strip the parts you want to replace. Sell them, and put what you want in it. You'll likely come out a head.

[Ots]

Kit. Avoid the junk.

[meatmonkey]

Kit all the way. Then you know it's put together correctly.

[lonleycreeper]

I will be building a kit, just brought it home... I have a rtr and it has been great...