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TSK · 11-19-2008, 10:26 PM

I'm going dig finally, but I need to get a 3 channel readio. I'm looking for something affordable. I already have looked into the TQ3 but its 27 mHz and I have a ton of 75 mHz crystal sets. I was just searching around and found the Spektrum dx5e 5ch. stick radio system for under $100. Anyone heard anything about this? Any other suggestions?

tapped-out · 11-20-2008, 05:51 AM

MX3-S hobbypeople What I use

for dig 4wheel/locked (dig) no free wheel unless you mod the remote. it's like 89.00

ohmyCLOD! · 11-20-2008, 09:09 AM

I know you said under $100, but I'll throw this out anyway. I picked up a 3PM FASST used for $125 shipped on ebay.

Just keep lookin'!

TSK · 11-20-2008, 04:24 PM

Sticks don't bother me much. My main concern with the stick setup is the possiblity of engaging the dig unintentionally ynless that 5th channel is on a toggle or something. I just waant something that is affordable and has easy to use third channel to operate the dig.

Calderwood · 11-20-2008, 05:27 PM

DX3 can be had for $120 and you never have to worry about glitches or crystals again.

TSK · 11-20-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by nigels_world

DX3 can be had for $120 and you never have to worry about glitches or crystals again.

I've heard alot about the Spektrum but have never actually seen one. How does the third channel operate? Can it function all 3 dig functions properly or would I need to modify it?

aashu · 11-21-2008, 01:29 PM

Where can you get a d3x for 120 ?

Calderwood · 11-21-2008, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSCorpionKing

I've heard alot about the Spektrum but have never actually seen one. How does the third channel operate? Can it function all 3 dig functions properly or would I need to modify it?

Its 3 position stock.

Calderwood · 11-21-2008, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by aashu

Where can you get a d3x for 120 ?

the for sale/wanted sections on here or ebay.

TSK · 11-23-2008, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by nigels_world

Its 3 position stock.

Thanks for the heads up. I'll look into it.

bigflex · 11-24-2008, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by TheSCorpionKing

Thanks for the heads up. I'll look into it.

Be sure its a DX3 not a DX3.0. The 3.0 is only a 2pos 3rd channel.

Deezul · 11-24-2008, 01:43 PM

I have this, fairly cheap and it rocks :http://www.futaba-rc.com/radios/futk2121.html

MtnBkr · 11-24-2008, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by aashu

Where can you get a d3x for 120 ?

I've never seen them that cheap either.

fordmike65 · 12-01-2008, 06:15 PM

I've been using a Hitec Lynx 3D that was on clearance at Hobby People a couple of years ago for $35,retailed for $172

. It's FM,has a 10 model memory,extensive features,rechargeable battery pack & most importantly 3ch EPA's,making it great for a dig rig!!!

Calderwood · 12-01-2008, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MtnBkr

I've never seen them that cheap either.

This one is at $65 with an hour left...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Spektrum-DX3-2-4...1%7C240%3A1318

Here is one for $125 shipped:
http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showt...&highlight=dx3

One with a servo for $135 shipped:
http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showt...&highlight=dx3

fatbastard · 12-01-2008, 08:54 PM

Mine was 120.00 used from another member

.........
Good one, Sam

Calderwood · 12-02-2008, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by fatbastard

Mine was 120.00 used from another member

.........
Good one, Sam

And another... http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=147165

JavelinSST390 · 12-03-2008, 05:21 PM

You could always use a Traxxas TQ3 and do the switch mod... I've got under $40 in mine

Egnix · 12-03-2008, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by bigflex

Be sure its a DX3 not a DX3.0. The 3.0 is only a 2pos 3rd channel.

I'm new to Spektrum radios, but I'm confused by this.
According to the website there are: DX3R, DX3S, DX3.0, and DX2.0.
The manual for the DX3.0 says it has 3pos 3rd channel:
http://www.spektrumrc.com/ProdInfo/F...30ManualHR.pdf

tubed-n-lubed · 12-03-2008, 06:27 PM

I will second the Lynx 3D, it feels good in the hand, 5 position 3rd channel, aa batteries or rechargable, available in single channel/ synthesized or you can even get a Spektrum 2.4 module set for it.

11-19-2008, 10:26 PM	#1
TSK Shelf queen Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Internet Posts: 5,857	affordable 3ch radio system? I'm going dig finally, but I need to get a 3 channel readio. I'm looking for something affordable. I already have looked into the TQ3 but its 27 mHz and I have a ton of 75 mHz crystal sets. I was just searching around and found the Spektrum dx5e 5ch. stick radio system for under $100. Anyone heard anything about this? Any other suggestions?

11-21-2008, 01:29 PM	#7
aashu Newbie Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Central NJ Posts: 35	hi Where can you get a d3x for 120 ?

12-01-2008, 06:15 PM	#14
fordmike65 Quarry Creeper Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The BoomBoom room Posts: 408	I've been using a Hitec Lynx 3D that was on clearance at Hobby People a couple of years ago for $35,retailed for $172. It's FM,has a 10 model memory,extensive features,rechargeable battery pack & most importantly 3ch EPA's,making it great for a dig rig!!! Attached Images

12-01-2008, 08:54 PM	#16
fatbastard Quarry Creeper Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: dot com Posts: 362	Mine was 120.00 used from another member......... Good one, Sam

11-20-2008, 05:51 AM	#2
tapped-out I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: here Posts: 3,042	MX3-S hobbypeople What I use for dig 4wheel/locked (dig) no free wheel unless you mod the remote. it's like 89.00

11-20-2008, 09:09 AM	#3
ohmyCLOD! Quarry Creeper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: in the basement cussing my broke ass rig Posts: 329	I know you said under $100, but I'll throw this out anyway. I picked up a 3PM FASST used for $125 shipped on ebay. Just keep lookin'!

11-20-2008, 04:24 PM	#4
TSK Shelf queen Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Internet Posts: 5,857	Sticks don't bother me much. My main concern with the stick setup is the possiblity of engaging the dig unintentionally ynless that 5th channel is on a toggle or something. I just waant something that is affordable and has easy to use third channel to operate the dig.

11-20-2008, 05:27 PM	#5
Calderwood I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2007 Location: Fairfield ME Posts: 3,886	DX3 can be had for $120 and you never have to worry about glitches or crystals again.

11-24-2008, 01:43 PM	#12
Deezul RCC Addict Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: ccxc Posts: 1,176	I have this, fairly cheap and it rocks :http://www.futaba-rc.com/radios/futk2121.html

12-03-2008, 05:21 PM	#18
JavelinSST390 Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Rectalville Posts: 889	You could always use a Traxxas TQ3 and do the switch mod... I've got under $40 in mine

12-03-2008, 06:27 PM	#20
tubed-n-lubed Rock Crawler Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Bernardino Mountains Posts: 512	I will second the Lynx 3D, it feels good in the hand, 5 position 3rd channel, aa batteries or rechargable, available in single channel/ synthesized or you can even get a Spektrum 2.4 module set for it.

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