About buy trx check list help

[AnimalHippie]

Hello guys, Finally can buy my trx-4. going to do so in the next hour or so. So Super Stoked right now!!! Here's what I'm looking at. please let me know if you see any issues with my list as for i am a complete noob & only know the little bit i have learned from all of you here.

TRX-4 Grey $470 (Amain)
IMAX B6AC V2 $45 (HK)
Turnigy Nano 2650 3s $20 (HK)
Powerhd 20kg servo $24 (HK)
xt60 to traxxas connector $10 (EBAY)
Servo lead Extension $3 (Amain)
Need Servo Horn but can't find one in stock
-$10 promo code at HobbyKing

did i forget any must haves? trying to keep it under $600 for now. I'm totally open for suggestions on what to buy & where to buy. trying not to buy from 10 different places. If you know of somewhere else i should be buying from let me know. i really don't like to buy off ebay but if its my only option so be it. trying to buy in the usa so i can get most of it around the same time. Thanks again guys! CAN'T WAIT!!!! Feel like a kid again! LoL!

[mikemcE]

I like the list, I would spend 10.00 more and go to a 30kg servo.( alum horn is a must have) this is also a HK special


I also would replace the Traxxas connector with the XT60.


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[AnimalHippie]

will that servo hook to stock esc without issues or other wiring??? if i need other accessories for it what ones? what horn? everywhere i look hot racing & samix are out of stock

[mikemcE]

I’m running an external bec on all my rigs. I prefer to have a bit more than needed, rather than struggle.

GPM has servo horns in stock


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[AnimalHippie]

i was going to buy the HW1080 esc but it would put me over my budget. I'm trying to stay under or at $600. other upgrades will come soon. only reason i was buying a servo is because i was worried about stock one breaking quick & i don't want to buy this thing & it sit cause i didn't get a servo

[mikemcE]

Good plan, the stock servo will go first.


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[AnimalHippie]

i have to tip toe into this hobby. $600 start up almost got me a divorce I've got a list of stuff I'd like to do, But for now the must do's are first

[CODYBOY]

Originally Posted by AnimalHippie

i have to tip toe into this hobby. $600 start up almost got me a divorce I've got a list of stuff I'd like to do, But for now the must do's are first

I sent you a PM that might help you out a little if you're not stuck on the grey body. Shall we say a killer deal!
Ernie

[mikemcE]

I hear you ! I started with a Yeti rtr, now with a large pile of $$$ it is a great truck. My first Wraith is the same , now it’s 11#’s of fun. Comp crawler was totally upgraded. I sold my chopper for a cheaper hobby, well I was wrong!


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[high plains drifter]

Not sure if it was mentioned but depending on which servo you go with, you may need a 3" or 6" extension. A lot of servos have wiring that is shorter than the wires coming off the stock steering servo so they won't reach the rx box. Spectrum and Associated make decent ones and there are a bunch of others but I wouldn't cheap-out on the extension. Pay a couple more dollars for one that uses heavier gauge.

[CODYBOY]

Ok, package will go out in the morning, and I knew I could help you out a little. Remember, smile pics please!
Ernie

[AnimalHippie]

Thanks everyone for the help & info! Special Thank You to Ernie! Your the best brotha! I will pay it forward for sure! I can't thank you enough! You'll sure be seeing some smiles! Hope to see you in the fall.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by mikemcE

I like the list, I would spend 10.00 more and go to a 30kg servo.( alum horn is a must have) this is also a HK special

I also would replace the Traxxas connector with the XT60.

I'd agree with both of these points.

I have the Power HD 20kg servo in my Trail Finder 2 and it struggles at times. It would struggle a lot more in the TRX-4.

And yes, ditch the Traxxas connectors and solder on XT60s. Adapters are bad. Avoid them whenever you can.

[mikemcE]

Ernie hooked him up, can’t wait to see where it went !


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[blademael1]

Congratulations on the buy, I'm sure you will enjoy your rig, I love mine and it's also grey. The servo I chose was a Hitec 24kg no external bec. When you will ride just post photos ;)

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[FANATICRC]

Originally Posted by AnimalHippie

i have to tip toe into this hobby. $600 start up almost got me a divorce I've got a list of stuff I'd like to do, But for now the must do's are first

Hahaha that's hilarious...when the box showed up at my house my wife just shook her head, I was like a kid in a candy store

[AnimalHippie]

Ernie definitely hooked me up. Such a good dude. His wife is extremely nice as well. Hope to meet them in person some day. I'm So extremely excited! Can't wait till it all gets here. Believe me you guys will know once it's here lol. I ended up getting the red one but that's not a big deal to me. Is there anyway of stripping the stock paint off without discoloring the hard body or should I just paint the outside? I also plan to do the truck bed body mod & change the cage up alittle. If I do that first I really have no choice but to paint the outside. Idk yet just some ideas for now. Hope everyone has a great day!

[high plains drifter]

From a guy that generally doesn't jive with red, Traxxas really did a great job making that particular red ( crimson/ maroon/ whatever) really appealing. I can see going with another color for sure ( tan on that D110 looks especially nice) but rather than hassle with trying to strip it ( if that can even be done... not sure) I would just keep it as is and maybe look into doing another body in whatever color you really dig. Benefit would be having two bodies ( always good), being able to have clear or tinted windows, and not risking a painting disaster. Also, you could easily sell the red one and "fund" a new clear body ready to have your unique signature color that no one else has. BTW... painting that lexan on the outside will undoubtedly reveal the original red once the body starts to get scratched up. I definitely wouldn't go that route.

Man... Really happy for you. I completely relate to the enthusiasm. You've got one seriously fun r/c vehicle coming your way! Good choice on the charger too... love mine!

And if you're not used to it, please familiarize yourself with things like back-rubs, sweet-talk, puppy-dog eyes, etc... You're gonna need that tactic... I mean... I didn't say that. I meant that you will need to have that natural and effortless ability to show her how much you care about her needs! I'm getting damn good at it at this point!

[crazee horse]

Still running the stock servo after 7 months. Providing your moving at least a little it will take a lot of strain off the servo. I'm rough on my stuff and so far it's been fine
I have had a micro fail though.

[Levi]

Welcome to the club sounds like you're on a good track with a few extra goodies to get. Have a fun time when it all shows up you're not breaking something you're not playing hard enough