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Old 10-25-2011, 08:15 PM   #1
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After doing some reading and seeing what upgrades are recommended and what things I like, I have made a list.

  • CVDs
  • Carbon Fiber Chassis
  • Losi aftermarket aluminum shocks
  • Angled lower links
  • Full size servo
  • Better tires


Anything else that is recommended to upgrade on the MRC? I'll probably move around the electronics and lower the CG where I can. Other than that, even stock this thing has been a lot of fun.
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Old 10-25-2011, 08:17 PM   #2
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After doing some reading and seeing what upgrades are recommended and what things I like, I have made a list.

  • CVDs
  • Carbon Fiber Chassis
  • Losi aftermarket aluminum shocks
  • Angled lower links
  • Full size servo
  • Better tires

Anything else that is recommended to upgrade on the MRC? I'll probably move around the electronics and lower the CG where I can. Other than that, even stock this thing has been a lot of fun.
Go to ebay and buy a MRC pro and save yourself alot of money and time with buying each upgrade.
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Old 10-25-2011, 08:41 PM   #3
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Go to ebay and buy a MRC pro and save yourself alot of money and time with buying each upgrade.
Well, I got this one used for $80. It's in almost perfect condition. Do you still think it would be worth just leaving this one stock and getting an MRC pro?
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Old 10-25-2011, 09:10 PM   #4
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The full Pro chassis, shocks, and lockers will cost quite a bit. If you can find a good deal on a Pro, it would be worth it and then see if you can sell your current MRC or you can use it for parts.

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Well, I got this one used for $80. It's in almost perfect condition. Do you still think it would be worth just leaving this one stock and getting an MRC pro?
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Old 10-25-2011, 09:17 PM   #5
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The full Pro chassis, shocks, and lockers will cost quite a bit. If you can find a good deal on a Pro, it would be worth it and then see if you can sell your current MRC or you can use it for parts.
That's a good idea. Are all the parts compatible between the two?
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Yes. Same axles and tranny. Might be a few parts specific to the non-Pro, but if you have questions, just ask.

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That's a good idea. Are all the parts compatible between the two?
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Yes. Same axles and tranny. Might be a few parts specific to the non-Pro, but if you have questions, just ask.
Thanks, I'll have a look around and see what I can find.
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Okay, I ordered an MRC Pro roller last night. Will the motor from the MRC work in the Pro? On the page it said it requires a brushless motor but I didn't believe it. I plan to just transfer all my electronics to the Pro roller. For now I'll probably use the regular NiMH battery packs but I'll get a LiPo setup at some point.
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Okay, I ordered an MRC Pro roller last night. Will the motor from the MRC work in the Pro? On the page it said it requires a brushless motor but I didn't believe it. I plan to just transfer all my electronics to the Pro roller. For now I'll probably use the regular NiMH battery packs but I'll get a LiPo setup at some point.
yes the regular motor will work just fine, how ever a brushless system is about the easiest motor combo to drop in with great preformance.
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yes the regular motor will work just fine, how ever a brushless system is about the easiest motor combo to drop in with great preformance.
Well, my wife doesn't know I ordered the Pro so I'd prefer to not have to buy a motor/esc combo at the moment. XD
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Okay, I ordered an MRC Pro roller last night. Will the motor from the MRC work in the Pro? On the page it said it requires a brushless motor but I didn't believe it. I plan to just transfer all my electronics to the Pro roller. For now I'll probably use the regular NiMH battery packs but I'll get a LiPo setup at some point.
Transfer it all over, you'll be fine. When your ready to upgrade to a lipo pick up a FXR or Mamba Micro Pro esc for the lipo cutoff and better performance.
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