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Old 06-23-2009, 06:45 PM   #1
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Default what tires should i use????

right now im running the stock rubbers on my ax10, they work great, are really worn, but i think thats cause i havent had the experience of different tires,

i need some recomendations please!!!!!
anyone got spair shoes for my baby???
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Old 06-23-2009, 07:23 PM   #2
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I would like to see a set of worn stockers.


Try some Panthers. Its a good all around tire.
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I would like to see a set of worn stockers.


Try some Panthers. Its a good all around tire.

that are pretty warn down!!
i know my next thread in the wanted section!
Panthers
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Old 06-23-2009, 10:39 PM   #4
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i was looking for tires also and from what i have read it seems like panthers, rovers, RC4WD X-Lock, and losi comp claws are whats popular.. but i would see what kind of tires people in your area run, i think im goin withe the rovers but thats just my .02
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i think im goin withe the rovers but thats just my .02

I have the rovers too. But if it rains and there is any dirt/mud on the rocks, the rovers will not hook up.
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But if it rains and there is any dirt/mud on the rocks, the rovers will not hook up.
What?:-P Don't tell my tires that...
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What?:-P Don't tell my tires that...

They dont down here anyway.....not on the slick type rock.
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They dont down here anyway.....not on the slick type rock.
Gotcha, I don't have much slick type rock here so I wouldn't know about that
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Flat Irons or Hammers, nice middle of the road.
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Flat Irons or Hammers, nice middle of the road.
I've run both, and while the Flat Irons are a consitent performer, they are really lacking when wet. The Hammers seriously own the Flat Irons. I ran M3 compound front & M2 in the rear.

I currently run Panthers on my comp rig w/ a combination of stiff 1/10 stadium truck foamsat the wheel & stock memory foams over top of them. I'm happy with the results. The stock memory foam, however, is far too soft for the panther, and they'll fold over far to easily.

I've also run Moabs (M2 & M3), Chisels , and the stock Rock Lizards (they suck). I personally have had the most success with the Panthers...at least since I got the foams figured out. The Chisels do alright, but unless you need that tall of a tire, I honestly prefer the Panther and even the Hammers to them.

I've never run Losi Claws, but I'd love a chance to try a set of their Comp Claws.

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My new favorite tire is the RC4WD X-Lock. It has a great compund and good height.

I have also had good luck with the Panthers and, if it's muddy, Chisels...
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I too will have to vote for the RC4WD x-lock...I just took my broke in rovers off and installed the X-locks...I'm REALLY impressed so far!! nice height with out being a giant marshmallow!..
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I run " HPI ROCK GRABBERS ". They look aggressive and perform even better.
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I have the rovers too. But if it rains and there is any dirt/mud on the rocks, the rovers will not hook up.
there is little puddles randomly,
onw of mt tires takes a dip and doesnt hook up almost at all till its all the way dry!
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I haven't tried them yet, but I just received a new set of HB Rovers from TCS Crawlers. They have a great price right now on Panthers and Rovers.
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I haven't tried them yet, but I just received a new set of HB Rovers from TCS Crawlers. They have a great price right now on Panthers and Rovers.

im 15 so there is limited amount of money,
so why not get some cheap used panthers??
alot cheaper and almost just as good!
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Panthers are only $10 per set (2) at TCS right now.....
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Panthers are only $10 per set (2) at TCS right now.....

kinda sucks when i dont have a cc or pp:-(
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There's always your local hobby shop!
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Old 06-24-2009, 02:34 PM   #20
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I have been wondering the same things about the tires - good info.
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