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Old 27-01-2008
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Default TC to 4wd off-road

hi all, im looking at moving to off-road from TC...

few questions...

Is this a wise move??

Is off-road cheaper than TC?

ive looked at some buggies... mostly B44, xx4we, D4

are these buggies good on rough? my track is very bumpy (IPSWICH)

what spares do i need?

do you need setup system? (as in a hudy one)

i say this becuase im on a tight budget! im only 15 going 16 and am looking to move to a cheaper class because TC is just stupidly expensive to keep up with all the knew gizmo's etc. And i say about the hudy set-up system because ive got one for my TC but obviously it wont be of use on a buggy so is it worth selling and maybe spending the money on spares or motor or something like that.

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Old 27-01-2008
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Hi jordan all of the cars are good on the bumps all good value fo rmoney all about te same price got for which ever yo ulike the most you wont relaly need a setup station for buggys spares i would get the usuals shocks towers hubs wishbones bulkheads. If you want a car with impicable reliablity that performs really well the d4 would proberly be your best bet the b44 seems to be having some teathing problems with the shock shafts shock caps wishbones top decks bulkheads. The xx4 i have one i love it as everyone knows lol i think its as strong as most cars on the market easy to drive and good over the bumps but again how long are parts gonig to be available.

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Greeny, do it!

I did it ater 12 years or so o on road, of road it so much cheaper, and its deinatley harder and you can only drive at about 80%

Its so much more fun. If you go for one of the BJ4 clones you will be fine.

You dont need a set up system at all!! so sell it

Just get some wish bones and shock towers and maybe a set of hubs and you will be good to go.

This will be the best move you make and wont regret it
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Of couse you could go 2wd.

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Of couse you could go 2wd.

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indeed i could go 2wd... but would it be able to keep up with the 4wd boys?

as in ipswich we run all together...

so i need something that can keep up?

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You'll likely get a good deal if you keep your eye on the FOR SALE section on here.

I'd recommend going for a Laser ZX-5 for your first 4wd buggy - I find it a forgiving car to drive, quite tough and the parts are cheaper than most. Most buggies have weak points though, so be prepared to pay for accidents.
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it sounds awesome from what you all say...

what tires do i need for grass?

ill race all year round so im talkin about wet and dry, hot and cold

thats about it...

looks like i might start looking for a 4wd buggy!!!

thanks jordan
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