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liketocrawl · 10-12-2008, 09:49 PM

Hey guys, I have a high end Ko-Propo ur-1 that I cant use for my crawler but I am looking to spend 150 the most on a radio and rx so I can run my dig. Any suggestions would be awesome.

D-ran83 · 10-12-2008, 10:25 PM

If you can find a Dx3 around they were pretty common b/c of there 3 position 3rd channel. Dx3R's that are out now also have 3 pos 3rd channel but not really in your price range. Some use Tq3's but they don't have epa's which will burn out your dig servo. There are some threads on how to put in epa settings but by the time you go through all that effort you might as well buy a decent radio.

bigflex · 10-13-2008, 12:16 AM

if you can find a MX3 you can do the 3 pos switch mod and be good to go! or a JR XR3. you should be able to find either of them for arround 75. or a futaba 3pm.

liketocrawl · 10-13-2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by bigflex

if you can find a MX3 you can do the 3 pos switch mod and be good to go! or a JR XR3. you should be able to find either of them for arround 75. or a futaba 3pm.

I am horrible with modifying anything electric. I would need a 3 position switch right? Does any of those radios you mention have that capability? I might just remove the Dig all together. I would not have bought knowing that my radio needs a expander to operate the 3rd channel.

D-ran83 · 10-13-2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by liketocrawl

I am horrible with modifying anything electric. I would need a 3 position switch right? Does any of those radios you mention have that capability? I might just remove the Dig all together. I would not have bought knowing that my radio needs a expander to operate the 3rd channel.

you don't "NEED" a 3 pos dig. It's preference, the 3rd position is usually free wheel. Which most commonly only locked is used for your turning. Alot of people get away with just 2 positions. However, i'd rather have and not need than to need and not have..

HiloDB1 · 10-15-2008, 02:05 AM

Im running a Futaba 3PM http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...=LXGAG2**&P=ML its in your price range and can be setup to run a 3 position dig. Im using mine on my R2D and its working great. Good luck

JPB-rides · 10-21-2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by HiloDB1

Im running a Futaba 3PM http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...=LXGAG2**&P=ML its in your price range and can be setup to run a 3 position dig. Im using mine on my R2D and its working great. Good luck

I have the same controller with the same transmission. How did you set up the 3rd channel for 3 position?

OBeachCrawler · 10-21-2008, 11:49 AM

If you wanted a really cheap radio try finding the old 3ch. that came with a T-Maxx. I bought a Savage when they first came out and I am using the stock radio it came with. They are both only 2 position switches but I am looking into modding my HPI to add a 3 position for rear neutral.

GixxerCrawler · 10-21-2008, 12:03 PM

I just bought an older Spektrum DX3 w/ 3 Recievers for $150 on ebay! There is a set up on there right now that is ending soon for $200

http://cgi.ebay.com/spektrum-dx3-rem...QQcmdZViewItem

Good Luck with the radio!

K Riccardi · 11-17-2008, 06:42 AM

Any other options on radios. I have a TQ3 right now and I am used to having a thumb swich. I just cant stand using crystals any more.:-(

Stormin2u · 11-17-2008, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigflex

if you can find a MX3 you can do the 3 pos switch mod and be good to go! or a JR XR3. you should be able to find either of them for arround 75. or a futaba 3pm.

bigflex has the market covered for you I'd seach ebay for anyone of these.

K Riccardi · 11-17-2008, 10:44 AM

Thanks for the reply. Are there any other option out there to look for?

Scottmisfits · 11-17-2008, 11:44 AM

Even find a Futaba 3PKS. It'll replace you're KO and do everything and more the KO won't do. I used to run the KO and yes it is very comfortable. Another option, if you sell the KO, is the DX3R. Personally, I can't stand the feel of it but it's a great radio from the people I know that do use it.

xgerstandtx · 12-13-2008, 10:52 PM

i know this is old but you can use this with the 3pm futaba radio.
http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showt...93#post1166093
this should help a little cumbersome but works well. just an idea.

K Riccardi · 12-14-2008, 06:26 AM

I got a used DX3 off of e-gay and did the switch mod.

t_kirl · 12-14-2008, 08:18 AM

If you can find one, a Multiplex Profi 403 is a great pistol radio. 7 channels, synthesized(AM & FM), rechargable battery, light weight and fits your hand great. I run one in my "comp" rig, and I works great. Only problem with it, is that it is 2.4gh.

10-12-2008, 09:49 PM	#1
liketocrawl Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garden State Posts: 298	I want to buy a affordable radio for dig? Hey guys, I have a high end Ko-Propo ur-1 that I cant use for my crawler but I am looking to spend 150 the most on a radio and rx so I can run my dig. Any suggestions would be awesome.

10-12-2008, 10:25 PM	#2
D-ran83 Quarry Creeper Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rockaway Posts: 285	If you can find a Dx3 around they were pretty common b/c of there 3 position 3rd channel. Dx3R's that are out now also have 3 pos 3rd channel but not really in your price range. Some use Tq3's but they don't have epa's which will burn out your dig servo. There are some threads on how to put in epa settings but by the time you go through all that effort you might as well buy a decent radio.

10-13-2008, 12:16 AM	#3
bigflex I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: drillin Holes for the man Posts: 2,736	if you can find a MX3 you can do the 3 pos switch mod and be good to go! or a JR XR3. you should be able to find either of them for arround 75. or a futaba 3pm.

10-15-2008, 02:05 AM	#6
HiloDB1 Quarry Creeper Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Hilo Posts: 458	Im running a Futaba 3PM http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...=LXGAG2**&P=ML its in your price range and can be setup to run a 3 position dig. Im using mine on my R2D and its working great. Good luck

10-21-2008, 11:49 AM	#8
OBeachCrawler Newbie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Osage Beach Posts: 9	If you wanted a really cheap radio try finding the old 3ch. that came with a T-Maxx. I bought a Savage when they first came out and I am using the stock radio it came with. They are both only 2 position switches but I am looking into modding my HPI to add a 3 position for rear neutral.

10-21-2008, 12:03 PM	#9
GixxerCrawler Pebble Pounder Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Santa Rosa Posts: 106	I just bought an older Spektrum DX3 w/ 3 Recievers for $150 on ebay! There is a set up on there right now that is ending soon for $200 http://cgi.ebay.com/spektrum-dx3-rem...QQcmdZViewItem Good Luck with the radio!

11-17-2008, 06:42 AM	#10
K Riccardi Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sykesville MD Posts: 437	Any other options on radios. I have a TQ3 right now and I am used to having a thumb swich. I just cant stand using crystals any more.:-(

11-17-2008, 10:44 AM	#12
K Riccardi Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sykesville MD Posts: 437	Thanks for the reply. Are there any other option out there to look for?

11-17-2008, 11:44 AM	#13
Scottmisfits Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 913	Even find a Futaba 3PKS. It'll replace you're KO and do everything and more the KO won't do. I used to run the KO and yes it is very comfortable. Another option, if you sell the KO, is the DX3R. Personally, I can't stand the feel of it but it's a great radio from the people I know that do use it.

12-13-2008, 10:52 PM	#14
xgerstandtx RCC Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Marshalltown Posts: 1,003	i know this is old but you can use this with the 3pm futaba radio. http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showt...93#post1166093 this should help a little cumbersome but works well. just an idea.

12-14-2008, 06:26 AM	#15
K Riccardi Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sykesville MD Posts: 437	I got a used DX3 off of e-gay and did the switch mod.

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12-14-2008, 08:18 AM	#16
t_kirl Been there, done that Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: On the road Posts: 215	If you can find one, a Multiplex Profi 403 is a great pistol radio. 7 channels, synthesized(AM & FM), rechargable battery, light weight and fits your hand great. I run one in my "comp" rig, and I works great. Only problem with it, is that it is 2.4gh.

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