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Old 27-12-2007
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Hi guys,

New to the forums, and to the world of modern RC.
I have just purchased a Dark Impact Kit. I am currently looking at the equipment needed to set it up to run. I've found a ESC that I like, and am currently looking at radio gear. My question is to do with how many servos do I need? Do I still need two? Or because of the ESC do I just need one?
The last car I had didnt't have a ESC, and pretty sure it had two servos. Is it still the same with the ESC cars of today?? Sorry for the noob question, but would love to get it cleared up.

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Paul
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Hi Paul,
No you only need the one servo, for the steering and an ESC for the throttle. Tamiya don't supply the mechanical (requires servo) speed controllers any longer as far as I'm aware.
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wow, thanks alot for the quick reply, and clearing it up for me!!
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Old 27-12-2007
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also, would there be any benefit in purchasing a more expensive three channel system, instead of the cheaper 2 channels, when all I'm really wanting to do with it bash it, not race it?
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I'm not honestly aware of any use for a third channel - my Sanwa has a third channel - great some something I'm sure but a 10th scale electric buggy, nah.

A more expensive transmitter usually feels nicer to use - maybe also has some useful functions.
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Old 29-12-2007
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At this stage I have found a setup which I like, (mainly due to cost) that I would like to hear any opinions about.

http://www.rcplanet.com/Futaba_2PL_2...o_p/futk01.htm
http://www.rcplanet.com/ProductDetai...330CR&CartID=1

Those are the two items which I am considering. Is the fact that the radio is only AM a big issue? I am not interested in racing, only bashing round a bit, so am really not sure if it worth spending the money on a fm system etc, when I really just need something simple (as far as I know). So will this setup be reliable and suitable for what I want?
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AM is not as good as FM (in terms of range, interference, reliability) and then FM synthesized was the more advanced tech for awhile and then came 2.4Ghz spread spectrum technologies which blew them all away. I guess what I'm trying to say is there should be a lot of people trying to make the switch to the latest tech, so you should be able to pick out a good deal on a used FM set.

Personally, I would go with a used FM set rather than a brand new AM one. It might be cheaper that way too. And for a basher, an FM digital set is pretty much a keeper. But of course, if you're buying used stuff, make sure you test it out.
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