Originally Posted by TRICOMA (Post 3579941)

I need Radio, Motor, ESC, Servos and anything else that would help.

I did some research and it looks like everyone likes the Tekin FX-R and 35T Combo. Is 45T going to be too slow for me? What about 55T?

Originally Posted by Axial Rose (Post 3580130)

Have you searched the SCX10 forum --> LINK

I did the research and ended up getting the Tekin 35T w/FXR, and Hitec HS-5645MG servo.

I also got a cheap 2.4GHz radio (Tactic TTX240) but will replace it later with something better.

Originally Posted by crawlhog (Post 3580348)

the tekin 35t combo is good the 55t will be to slow and the 5645 has been holding for 2 years in my scx.
boost up the power if you can for maximum torqe.

Originally Posted by TRICOMA (Post 3580403)

Also I am thinking about the Futaba 3pm-x or the Airtronics MX-3X. Any other suggestions on the radio?

Originally Posted by TRICOMA (Post 3580403)

So it looks like the FX-R/35T combo is what's out there. They have a new HD version and the Pro Version. Which version would you get?

Do you think 45T would be too slow?

Originally Posted by Charlie-III (Post 3580435)

I'm a Futaba fan, so I vote the 3PM-x.

What else do you want to use....a winch, other options??

If you want to do a lot with the radio, a hacked GT3B is worth looking at.

Originally Posted by schiesz (Post 3580498)

Mamba Max pro, you don't even need the castle link, just plug in a USB.

Originally Posted by SMR 510RR (Post 3580793)

That isnt correct, that was only the older ESC's now all of them use the Castle Link...

Originally Posted by SMR 510RR (Post 3580793)

OP, there are tons of options. It seems like you are looking at brushed so I will focus on that.

The Tekin FXR + 35t combo is a good setup, it is one of the most popular on here. The ESC has a very small footprint and in my opinion Tekin has the best customer support of any of the manufacturers.

Another option would be a Castle Sidewinder (V2 or SCT they are the same ESC different label) with your choice of motor. You can get these a little cheaper than the FXR on ebay but they are about 2x the footprint size.

The hands down best brushed ESC is the Holmes Hobbies BR-XL. It is a beast and will do up to 6s with no motor limit and is offered in a waterproof version if you plan to play in water or snow or whatever. They are a little more expensive than either of the two above options but if you want the best of the best that is it. Also it uses the same case as the Castle Sidewinder so they are the same size.


On to servos...

Hitec HS-7954SH is way overpriced for what it is if you ask me. You can get the HS-7950TH for $10 less and it is way more powerful and regarded as one of the best standard sized servos although it is slightly slower. Either way, if you plan on running 1.9's on this rig there is no need for so much power, this is an area where you can save a couple bucks and buy something like the HS-7955TG ($93.99) even that has more power than you will need. I suggest something between 200 to 300 oz/in. Now if you are going to move up to 2.2's I would go no lower than 300 oz/in although you can get away with less. The difference would be like a 1:1 with a standard steering box vs. a full hydro setup, often times on the trail is is realistic to not be able to steer fully. Keep in mind that the servo on your honcho probably doesnt have more than 200 in/oz so use that as a reference point.

On the radio there are so many options that you will just have to look through some stuff and figure out what you want. If you are on a budget it is really hard to look at anything other than a hacked GT3B ($50) best budget radio hands down. If you are looking to get something more expensive I would go with a Futaba 4PL, the extra channel will come in handy down the road, its always better to have it and not use it than need it and not have it. Both of those radios have all the programming options to allow for 4ws and dual ESC mixing so you are future proof as far as crawlers go and we tend to use more radio functions than go fast RC's any day. One great thing about the hacked GT3B is that you can use it with up to 8 channels, that can come in real handy if you go crazy with winches, lights, 4ws, etc on a scale build.

Good luck, hope that helped!



That isnt correct, that was only the older ESC's now all of them use the Castle Link...

Originally Posted by TRICOMA (Post 3581658)

I was looking at the 4PL for that extra channel just in case. How much is involved get the radio hacked?

Originally Posted by SMR 510RR (Post 3580793)

On to servos...

Hitec HS-7954SH is way overpriced for what it is if you ask me. You can get the HS-7950TH for $10 less and it is way more powerful and regarded as one of the best standard sized servos although it is slightly slower.

Originally Posted by Charlie-III (Post 3581670)

You don't "hack" a 4PL, although there was an update early last year that made it more crawler friendly. Likely all new ones you can buy are already updated.

The FS GT3B can be stock or hacked. You can buy a GT3B and then get LosiKid's hack kit, have him hack your radio, or (even better) buy it already hacked direct from him.

Just go to www.OverKillRC.com to check it out. There is also a support thread in this forum just for this radio.

Originally Posted by TRICOMA (Post 3581824)

Sorry I didn't mean the 4PL, I was referring to the GT3B. I would rather buy it directly from him. What does the hack do?

Originally Posted by Charlie-III (Post 3582082)

Lots of stuff.....why not follow the link I provided and read?;-) No need for me to restate it here.
One of the biggest things is you get 8 channels (although some are basic)."thumbsup"

Originally Posted by Charlie-III (Post 3582082)

Lots of stuff.....why not follow the link I provided and read?;-) No need for me to restate it here.
One of the biggest things is you get 8 channels (although some are basic)."thumbsup"