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Arrma Granite Voltage RC Truck - $99

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I bought this truck for my youngest son a couple of years ago and have been pretty happy with it. You'll definitely end up replacing some parts - the plastic differential outdrive cups are a problem that you'll eventually need to replace (we went with metal parts) and we've stripped out a couple of differentials. Overall, it's a very good first truck.
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Created 11-15-2023 at 07:56 AM by JoeMerchant
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fsrkewd
11-16-2023 at 05:21 PM.
11-16-2023 at 05:21 PM.
Quote from briguy_kels :
My kiddo started with a similar RC car at 5, but he had been working his way up the RC lineup before then.
Intro level would suggest the Megalodon Storm, thing is invincible.
Similar would be the Ramp Champ gravedigger, it's got soft tires and can drive up almost anything, so another good intro.

The RC in this deal appears similar in type to the 9125 we bought, it will be the fasting thing ever, for the kid, and it can drive basically anywhere, great for grass driving and pretty waterproof.

Now my guy is almost 7 with a Traxxas Slash, it's got a training mode we keep it on and he drives it around the sidewalks and streets. It's way more than he needs but just proof that they get the hang of anything with enough time (and destruction - we were always repairing something)
thanks for the info, will take a look and see what deal show up that would fit beginner
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fsrkewd
11-16-2023 at 05:22 PM.
11-16-2023 at 05:22 PM.
Quote from jadr313 :
Get a 1/18 scale brushed truck for a 5 year old. Haiboxing on the jungle site makes a fairly competent one that can be had for about $70 ready to run when it goes on sale. Turn it to slow for the kid and to normal for you. On slow it'll be fine in a medium size living room with open space. On fast it'll be fun outside.
what site does it goes on sale on? would it be the offical website?
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littlebuddha
11-16-2023 at 07:18 PM.
11-16-2023 at 07:18 PM.
your money will go a lot further with the gorgon in the long run - much better car.
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Bugout78
11-17-2023 at 06:21 AM.
11-17-2023 at 06:21 AM.
Quote from mattguyver02 :
Which setup did you buy?

The one I bought is now discontinued. But just doing a quick browse on Amazon this would be something I would consider. Main note here is the way the wiring comes out of the rear of the motor instead of the side. Not affiliated with this at all.

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I went with this battery.


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Csublime
11-17-2023 at 09:18 AM.
11-17-2023 at 09:18 AM.
Another question,

Can these things run in snow?
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Bugout78
11-21-2023 at 03:58 PM.
11-21-2023 at 03:58 PM.
Quote from Csublime :
Another question,

Can these things run in snow?

Absolutely. But keep in mind not 4x4 so anything deep and it's not going anywhere. Packed down snow or ice and it can be a good time. Not waterproof. Water resistant so be mindful.
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Csublime
11-21-2023 at 04:03 PM.
11-21-2023 at 04:03 PM.
Quote from Bugout78 :
Absolutely. But keep in mind not 4x4 so anything deep and it's not going anywhere. Packed down snow or ice and it can be a good time. Not waterproof. Water resistant so be mindful.

Awesome, thanks for the response. Kid's birthday is in January so considering this but sucks to not be able to use it for months if it can't drive in snow.
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