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Default Considering a VEGA which base is best?

As above really. I run an SX3 in 4wd and I'm looking for a 2wd Vega is there any recommendations for base kit, I'm looking at the B4.1 at the moment.

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All the vega conversions seem to perform really well. The kyosho has more of the top drivers running it so there's probably more support for setups with that chassis.

The B4.1 will be a great car and spares availability will be good because of the popularity of the base chassis.

If spares support is a concern, we will be introducing a full range of kyosho spares to our website in the next week or so.

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Ok thank you.

I guess the B4.1 makes the most sense. But Kyosho and Tamiya are both metric.
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Ok thank you.

I guess the B4.1 makes the most sense. But Kyosho and Tamiya are both metric.
I've got 201 version and it is very very good. To be honest the whole vega platform is extremely good. As you say, if you favour metric format then 201 and kyosho are great for you. The b4.1 version does have the advantage of a massive abundance of spares everywhere for the associated parts of your conversion. The conversion of the 201 was a little more 'mathamatical' due to the kick up on the tamiya buggy.

The kyosho version is the original conversion so benefits from loads more users dset ups and tips due to it being on the market a few months longer.

You obviously already have seen the amazing quality and workmanship from xtreme so you will not be dissapointed which ever one you select. They are beautifully made, lovely to work on and set up, and drive better than most other mids I've laid my hands on. For an average driver (like me) they really make the journey so much more responsive and consistent. Fast in the turns and fly like a dream.

Make the jump, you'll love them

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When you say 'mathamatical' what exactly do you mean please?
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If spares support is a concern, we will be introducing a full range of kyosho spares to our website in the next week or so.The choice is yours!
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When you say 'mathamatical' what exactly do you mean please?
Sorry, didn't mean to sound vauge there by that I mean that xtreme had to spend extra time sorting out the front end geometry due to the angle of the 201's kick up. Its resulted in an amazing lay out really. As you may know from seeing other conversions over the years, it a hell of an acheivement for them to create a conversion that is deadly consistent across 3 manufacturers and buggys. Yes each one has slightly different set up details, but the 'race trim' ( added brass weights and wing size/gurny) are vurtually the same across the board. This comes down to xtremes wicked chassis template, same internal dimensions, same shell, same space no matter which one you choose

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Thank you, I'll see if I win the 201 I'm Bidding on
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Thank you, I'll see if I win the 201 I'm Bidding on
No probs mate, fingers crossed for you .....let us all know on this thread when you grab one. Be good to know which one you get ......Oh by the way, just as an added bonus, Tamiya do a front axle conversion as a 201 hop up to run other size bearings!! opens up the options for wheel choice as it can be a pig to get Tamiya rims.....Although Simon at RC Lazy has recently become a solid stockist of Tamiya whites so its allllll gooooood...get ready for your ali dream 2wd...happy buying
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I love the guys at RC Lazy They always get what they say when they say and are very friendly to boot I'll see how I go as this will be my first 2wd ever
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If spares support is a concern, we will be introducing a full range of kyosho spares to our website in the next week or so.

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If it was me I'd get the RB5 edition.

I had the TRF201 edition, awesome just had a few ££ to sort out so it went.
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RB5 SP2 I Have Do any shops stock the Vega stuff or is it just mail order?

Looks like a well made car.
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RB5 SP2 I Have Do any shops stock the Vega stuff or is it just mail order?

Looks like a well made car.
Retail isn't something that's in abundance with any Xtreme product but with Kev over at Insideline its an easy solution, loads of products, great advice and a fast and friendly service. InsideLineRacing for all your Vega bits...simples
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I really like the Kyosho parts quality.

Almost didn't break anything (), I was amazed it didn't on some crashes. Plus shocks are nice too.

Glad I choose RB5 base.

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+1 Inside line, plus he does Kyosho bits now too
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I'll give him a go
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Thanks for the kind words guys! My wife, Ana, and I do our best

If there are any Kyosho bits not listed or in stock please let me know.. I think i've covered everything but we have a few bits on back order that should be in shortly.
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