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While a few parts of the Rovan clone of an HPI Baja 5B buggy are made of lesser quality, one simply can't beat the price of this 1/5 scale RC car. Even though the manual describes an old style transmitter/receiver (crystal based), the radio combo is actually a 2.4Ghz model that is shipped with this particular model of vehicle, making this a nice plus. So, considering how much a brand new HPI Baja 5B would cost, it's very easy to make a few upgrades to this vehicle to make it even better. For me, I replaced the servos with metal gears and a greater Kg (55 Kg for the steering). I also, and some might not feel comfortable doing this, removed the transmission and tightened up the differential bolts, using loctite. I'd read about several having issues with this, so, I decided to go through every metal to metal bolt and use loctite and make sure they are tightened up sufficiently before I even fire the engine up for the first time. I understand some might not have the ability to do these kinds of things, but, for me, I felt like it was a worthwhile effort. I also found a pair of bowtie rears tires from Proline for a great price because, once again, I'd read that these tires wear rather quickly. I've used Proline in the past and have been very pleased. The body comes in solid black, so, just for color and my preference, I found a blue and black body that I really liked. (See picture). I'm sure you could spend a fortune on one of these buggies, but, if I'd done that, I might as well have purchased the HPI. My concern was to get into 1/5 scale as economically as I possibly could. This version did that extremely well. If you're new to 1/5 scale or just need to save money, I'd recommend this RTR highly. Update: 11/28/2018 After running the buggy I discovered an issue with the linkage, at least the one on my buggy. It's not a big deal, but, since I've been using 1/10 scale nitro for years, the 27.5cc gas engines are a lot different. It would appear that the linkage was in a bind when connected to the carb throttle. I discovered that several places make an upgrade for the linkage. I've gotten that and I'm installing it now. Hoping that will resolve my issue with its binding. Overall, I'm very happy with what I paid for this vehicle and its quality. I'll post another update after the linkage is all installed and working.Read full review
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I am pleased withe the car overall broke in nice I found that the rear shock brace bolts came loose I recommend using the ones that use 4 bolts defiantly frame broke when I hit a small tree at low speed and broke the front so frame reenforcement is a must it also broke the stock plastic steering servo arm like I said it was like 1/4 throttle not even fast I've hit harder thins with my other one and that one was pritty well beat on hard I swapped frame and straightened the broken one out and do intended on getting the strengthening plate made my own but it isn't as strong I really like the car and it is a lot of fun I would defiantly recommend this one just suggest the minor upgrades I'm even thinking about getting another one
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Absolutely the best deal in RC. We BEAT this thing off jumps, long high speed runs, nothing except the front bumper and wing broke after a 5 time flip.. I've been into RC for 30+years. This buggy for the money is excellent!!.
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It's a great buggy and the after market parts are off the charts. Do yourself a favor and stick with rovan they will do you right with everything. Stay away from the China stuff.If by chance you are not totally satisfied they will do whatever it takes to make it right. 100% SATISFIED with everything I've got from them
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So far so good only got it out a couple short runs but it's wicked quick and my son loves it highly recommend
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