What should I chose?

[Microdriver624]

Hi, I'm new to these forums and I have a question. I'm trying to decide on what RC monster truck I want to buy, and so I've narrowed it down to these three:

Revo 3.3

T-Maxx 3.3

Savage 4.6

Please help, because I've heard so many good and bad things about these things that it's hard to decide.

[Greg B]

All 3 trucks will provide you with good results. The Revo is the racer of the bunch while the Savage is tough as nails. First off, go with what your budget will allow you and what parts you local shop supports the most. No down time is more play time.


Greg B.

[jonelzoe]

get the savage:D

[dbjaime3]

my first hobby rc was a 2.5 t-maxx. I wanted something I could bash with, something durable, and something easy to tune. It has not let me down at all.

[Jato7691]

Savage is a great machine.:cool:

[SAVAGE BASHER]

All 3 trucks will provide you with good results. The Revo is the racer of the bunch while the Savage is tough as nails. First off, go with what your budget will allow you and what parts you local shop supports the most. No down time is more play time.


Greg B.


Greg's right... I like my Savage... it's one tough truck, but parts for the T-MAXX are more readily available at my local hobby shop. If this is the case with your local shop you should take that into consideration. A T-Maxx is definitely alot of fun also... be careful with that 3.3, I hear it's crazy fast-THAT'S A GOOD THING!!

[Microdriver624]

Thanks guys, I really needed some help there. I've been going back and forth on which one of these cars I wanted to buy for months. I'm more of a basher ( I have a Team Losi Micro DT and I seriously bash it:D) so I wanted something really durable.

[Benz]

try the t-maxx because it is one awesome machine:D :D :D :eek:

[atom3624]

Have a bit of fun and get a Raminator - I have and it's great !!

[Commtech1]

I have a Revo 3.3, very fast, very fun, low center of gravity, seems tough so far.

[Microdriver624]

I've been leaning towards the Revo, but I,ve heard that it's more for racing. I wanted to have something to bash. Is the Revo a good basher as well? Is it as good as the other bashers?

[Gt-bone]

I would get the savage or the Revo. The revo will bash just fine. Bashing doesnt really require a whole lot. Big tires, hauls a$$ and its durable. Both trucks have every bit of all three.

[pedeboi364]

the traxxas trucks (t-maxx and revo) have better support both stock parts and aftermarket, and both are tough as, well, dimonds....??? lol, i'd go t-maxx personally, but either traxxas truck will do, the saavvy is a close second

[Philderbeast]

Honestly, I have a revo, I bash a little with it, but my e-maxx is my basher. I would look into the T-maxx 3.3 for all of the hopup/aluminum/and replacment parts that are readily available. Word of warning however...if you think you may want to do a lot of jumping, or alot of highspeed rough terrain driving, go with the revo. The suspention is more well suited for that kind of stuff that the maxx trucks, YES AND THE DANG BLASTED SAVAGES TOOOOOOO. I hate the savage, it does not keep a good tune and is more difficult to work on. Just my opinion though. All of these trucks do have their own good and bad points, but the #1 think to keep in mind is parts availability, because after you jump off you house or over you suburban and ram 1500 length wise, at the same time, you WILL break something.:eek:

[pottsgroverc]

Hi, I'm new to these forums and I have a question. I'm trying to decide on what RC monster truck I want to buy, and so I've narrowed it down to these three:

Revo 3.3

T-Maxx 3.3

Savage 4.6

Please help, because I've heard so many good and bad things about these things that it's hard to decide.
I have all three trucks, if you want to race, go with the Revo...simple. If you want to bash either the T-maxx or Savage. You want ground clearance for bashing. Go to your LHS and see what parts support they have for each truck, you will want to make sure they stock them. I have found the T-Maxx to be easier to run, if you are a noob. However, I think the savage is built better for bashing if you are going to run it hard.

[Microdriver624]

I have just researched more, and now I've added the Losi LST2 and the Muggy. The Muggy looks like a really good basher, and the LST2 does too. I have been researching for months but there sre so many choices. I just heard that HPI came out with a new savage. I just want an RC that's a good basher out of the box, and is also good when modded.

[pedeboi364]

both are oversized IMO for a n00b especially, but they are pretty strong but nothing really compares to the tmaxx or revo

[Benz]

i think that you should get the t-maxx

[str8jailbird]

LOSI LST2!!!!!! Have it, love it, beat it, repeat!

[Benz]

get the t-maxx

[jbrownlee]

get the tmaxx its been around for years, very reliable easy to work on compared to the savage and the revo. it is easy because it is all layed out on a flat plate. you don't have to pull out 5 things to get to the one you need to replace. i have the 2.5r maxx and i love the thing plus there is unlimited aftermarket parts for it.

[Philderbeast]

Brown is right. T-maxx is a simple truck to fix. Parts are everywhere, upgrades are everywhere also. Parts are cheap. AE has come out with a new 1/8 scale MT. Not sure of the name offhand, it is called a ??? 8.0, but it looks like fun. You may want to glance at it also. Cen has the GST 7.7. It is huge, fast, and brutal. I heard people say parts are hard to het, but you can order online from CEN. Just a few things to think about.


I love my revo. It is a 2.5R, and I just dropped in a 3.3R. After it warms up a bit here, I will break it in and see just how bad ass this thing is gonna be. With the 2.5R engine, I exploded the front diff housing on the track. That is power from head to toe. I still need to replace it, I think a 2wd revo with a 3.3 will need more traction. Traxxas has some of the best customer support out there, they ship very fast, and their products in my mind are absolutly the best RTR's made.

[dezertrat94]

Revo's are awesome! IMO, it's the best out-of-the-box truck out there!

[str8jailbird]

They are all great trucks IMO. You have to decide on what your price range and parts availability are. I have a LST2 and I absolutely love it. I have beat the heck out of it and haven't had any major issues. The guys I bash with all run different trucks; Duratrax Warhead, Traxxas T-Maxx 3.3 and 2.5, Revo 3.3, HPI Savage. They all have their pluses and minuses. Traxxas is by far the easiest to get parts for, everyone has them. Just depends on your tastes. If you are looking to drop over $550 I would seriously consider the LST2. If you are just starting in the Nitro scene the T-Maxx may be better.

[SavageXss1]

deff get the savage ... i have the savage x kit if you have the time to build it its deff worth it if not get the savage x ready to run.... its the best bang for your buck....

[Philderbeast]

my personal opinion is savage sucks, but I am slowly reconcidering that, and may even own one one day. Maxx line is fun. Loads of hop-ups and parts readily available. Many bodies to choose from. I love my Revo, and it does have a low cg wich means it is not quite as good for bashing, but will still get the job done. If you will be doing alot of high speed passes on very rough terrain or alot of huge air jumping, get the revo, it way surpasses both other trucks in handling and jump stability.

[Microdriver624]

by the way, I'm probably going to do a lot of jumping. When ive seen some of these trucks in action(videos) I've noticed some jump further or higher than others. which ones are the best for this purpose?

[Schmidt]

I have a savage and a t-maxx. I like my t-maxx alot, its faster than my savage, but I would get the savage.

[Commtech1]

Get the REVO you won't be sorry....

[model88]

Well I am looking to buy my first truck as well, what about the MGT 8.0? The guys that I know run these and just love em. Any opinions good or bad??

88

[dragonfly326]

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[pedeboi364]

Uh, i think you missed... anyways, get them both and get it over with :D

[Microdriver624]

Well, I think that I have made my choice: the Traxxas Revo 3.3. I've been to all of the LHS's and they all said that the revo is a proven truck. But, I have seen the other, more recent, versions of it. The Revo Platinum and E-Revo look really cool. But, the Revo Platinum just seems too expensive, and the E-Revo might still have a few bugs in. Although that opinion might change after I've read a review of it. Hey, does anyone know of any reviews of the E-Revo? Oh, and to answer your question model88, the MGT 8.0 seeems to be a fast, and durable truck. At 45.09 Miles Per Hour, I think the MGT 8.0 is fast enough for most enthusiasts. There's a review of it in the April edition of RC Driver.

[master_of_desaster]

good decision. i mean any truck is a basher lol i mean come on i make a tc3 a basher when im mad or something lol! buttt the revo will fill your needs for sure. get the 3.3 though. support is second to nun and its got the best of both worlds.

[Microdriver624]

Well, a couple of days ago I bought the Revo 3.3. This looks like an amazing truck! Out of the box, it looks durable, and the tools accesories, manuals, and DVD that come with it are very unique. All I have to buy now is the fuel, and a 7.2v battery.

[master_of_desaster]

Well, a couple of days ago I bought the Revo 3.3. This looks like an amazing truck! Out of the box, it looks durable, and the tools accesories, manuals, and DVD that come with it are very unique. All I have to buy now is the fuel, and a 7.2v battery.

sweeeet! glad to hear your happy so far with it! the support dvd is awesome as well!:D:)

[Microdriver624]

I'm glad to report that the break-in was a success! I've begun tuning it and it is fast!:D I'm going to start to adding upgrades to it soon. What would you guys suggest as very important upgrades that I should get first? I was thinking about getting a vantage carbon fiber pipe, aluminum pushrods, wing and wing mount, and a proline low profile air filter.

[pottsgroverc]

I'm glad to report that the break-in was a success! I've begun tuning it and it is fast!:D I'm going to start to adding upgrades to it soon. What would you guys suggest as very important upgrades that I should get first? I was thinking about getting a vantage carbon fiber pipe, aluminum pushrods, wing and wing mount, and a proline low profile air filter.
I, and many others, have had problems with the Vantage pipes. I had one on my Revo, my XT8 and my 8ight buggy. All had the same problem. The engine spiratically leans out from temporary loss of compression. The wing and mount will help you when you crash. I didn't read this whole thread, so not sure what your intentions are. But if just going to bash, then I typically just upgrade as I break parts. With your air filter, you will probably need the original throat tube, the revo has an odd configuration to go around the spur gear. Other than that, I would maybe look at tires (pending upon your application). The first things to go on my revo were A-arms and pillow balls, so they were my first upgrades. Hopes this helps, let us know how you make out.

[Microdriver624]

So, if the vantage pipes are a problem, what pipe would you suggest? I've heard that the Buku pipes are good, and the jammin' pipes seem to be really high performance.

[master_of_desaster]

So, if the vantage pipes are a problem, what pipe would you suggest? I've heard that the Buku pipes are good, and the jammin' pipes seem to be really high performance.

jammin pipes are great...the jp-2's and jp-3's are great! i would look into RPM suspension arms...i would get those first. then look into tekno's wing mount and a proline high downforce wing, thats a proven combo.

[Microdriver624]

well I've had my revo for 2 and a half months now, and i havent even gone through a gallon:eek: I really dont use it a lot anymore. I must admit, this was not the truck for me. I guess i just dont like the hassle of nitro. near the time of purchase, i was also thinking of an E-Revo instead. But, with the bashing conditions(my house is super boring: no interesting terrain any where near) i think that ive made a mistake. I have a baseball field tahts a few blocks away, but my parents say i have to bike there with the revo strapped onto the bike. ughh, it just hasnt been very fulfilling hobby. Wut makes me mad is that i had been saving up a year for it:eek:and to get this, im kind of frustrated.

[KID]

Lol, make some jumps. Don't give up cause its a little work to run nitro. Search for a track or get your friends into rc.

I have had my revo for a long time. I honestly do not recommend it as a first truck. Get a truggy, like the losi 8t. They brake a lot less, and are easy to tune/fix. Plus they out handle monster trucks.

[j88h]

go with the savage because my brother has one and it is indestructible and hpi has agreat motor replacement plan.

[1 bad bug]

I still can't grasp the concept that anyone in this hobby would pick nitro over electric in the first place, but if I were you I would cut my losses and sell the Revo and get an E-maxx or an E-revo. Unless you have a steady income to pay for fuel and constant repairs and maintenance items NITRO WILL ALWAYS SUCK no matter what model you get! I have driven nitro and it was an experience that almost made me quit this hobby, don't make the mistake of spending more money on nitro, because it's a money pit!

[newviennajj]

start on the low end with a t-maxx then turn into somthing insane,oh wait thats what im doing feel free to join all us maxx maniacs

[Microdriver624]

Thanks kid, I mean, the fuel line broke, and i think my spur gear is stripping because white stuff is on the edges and all around it. I guess thats pretty easy to fix. And um, for all u guys that r still suggesting RC cars for me, Ive already got a Revo 3.3. But thanks for the thought anyway. I was just thinking of buying an E-Revo, but i guess i can cope with this for a while. I think theres an offroadtrack about 40 minutes from my house, but no one in my family has really had the time to drive up there with me (but in 3 years that'll change!)I think that ill start adding some more, bigger hop ups soon. But, once again guys, thanks for the help. O and if anyone could think of why the spur gear is doing this, could u tell me? I think that the spur gear isnt properly meshed with the clutchbell.

[Been 2780]

it could be that the mesh is off, or it could be to lose

[Microdriver624]

ya i was thinkin that, but i wonder why its white? do u think i need to replace it?

[newviennajj]

t maxx used cheaphopitup love it

[Microdriver624]

is that a brand? im not sure wut ur saying?

[KID]

NITRO WILL ALWAYS SUCK


WOW, so your admitting to giving up? Nitro is a little bit of work, and takes a little time to get right. But just because you cant handle the responsibility of nitro, don't shy people away, with comments like "NITRO WILL ALWAYS SUCK".

Thats just immature........ no need to throw a hissy fit and put out false imformation................!

Sorry if I sound offensive, Its just a pet pive of mine when people give up on thing when they are "too hard"

[KID]

ya i was thinkin that, but i wonder why its white? do u think i need to replace it?

The white is just from the gear wearing down. Just be sure all of the engine mount screws are tight, and you gear mesh is set correctly. Check the screw on a regular basic, and you will have less gear problems.

If you need any more help with your revo, PLEASE ask. Don't give up, nitro truck is a fun hobby. Trust me.

[1 bad bug]

WOW, so your admitting to giving up? Nitro is a little bit of work, and takes a little time to get right. But just because you cant handle the responsibility of nitro, don't shy people away, with comments like "NITRO WILL ALWAYS SUCK".

Thats just immature........ no need to throw a hissy fit and put out false imformation................!

Sorry if I sound offensive, Its just a pet pive of mine when people give up on thing when they are "too hard"

Exactly, nitro takes "work". When I go out to play my RCs I expect them to run not to "bog down" or "short out" as nitro so often does. Seriously what does nitro offer that makes it worth buying other than the speed which you can easily obtain in an electric with a brushless motor? As far as false information goes what have I said that is really untrue about nitro. Nitro needs constant maintenance, a stock room of glow plugs and a very fat wallet. Besides this hobby is supposed to be fun not full of tedious work just to run what is essentially a "toy" car. I don't know about everyone else but I don't have $400 dollars to just slap down on a truck that may or may not work.

[Microdriver624]

bug, nitro is a little more work but hearing the sound and smelling a nitro can never be duplicated. I gotta admit it is pretty fun, and electric could be better, but u have to at least give it a chance, like i did. Now i know wut nitro is like, and if i get an electric, i could tell taht side of the story too. im not saying that ur wrong, im just saying that u dont hav to be so one-sided about this. O and one question to all of u out there: will an E-Revo body work on a nitro Revo?

[Been 2780]

dude bug, your experience with a nitro car was with your buddys old junked up nitro, try driveing and owning and well maintained nitro car, with a good tune

[KID]

Exactly, nitro takes "work". When I go out to play my RCs I expect them to run not to "bog down" or "short out" as nitro so often does.


Once again, false information. Just because your nitro cars are always braking (due to being lazy) dose not mean you can generalize about other nitro cars.

This past Saturday, I came in 3rd place in the expert truggy a-main. I went to the track without an engine (my GRP had a mechanical.) and ended up using one of my buds spares engines. Needles to say the day went from bad to good, ending with a podium spot. The "work" involved with nitro is part of this fun hobby. If you don't care for it, don't shy other people away.

[1 bad bug]

What I am giving is not false information it is a fact that nitro has more moving parts than electric rc vehicles and statistically speaking machines with more moving parts have a much higher chance of breaking. You have to admit majority of the people in this hobby are backyard bashers not pros with the intention of racing in an a-main championship. I'm sorry not everyone here is an expert at nitro and racing like you are KID but to call someone you don't even know "lazy" is immature on your part. I am not telling people what to buy if you like nitro then buy nitro if you like electric then buy electric all I am saying is if someone wants an ejoyable no strings attached experience with rcs they would be smart to go with electric.

[Microdriver624]

whoa guys, i dont want us to argue, this is supposed to be a friendly forum where everyone helps each other. I know not everyone will agree on stuff, but we shouldnt take up forum space for arguments. now, back to the discussion: I was wanting a new body for my revo, and i was wondering if a E-Revo body would work. Oh, and today i got traxxas aluminum pushrods and they r sweet!!:D

[1 bad bug]

whoa guys, i dont want us to argue, this is supposed to be a friendly forum where everyone helps each other. I know not everyone will agree on stuff, but we shouldnt take up forum space for arguments. now, back to the discussion: I was wanting a new body for my revo, and i was wondering if a E-Revo body would work. Oh, and today i got traxxas aluminum pushrods and they r sweet!!:D

You're right i'm sorry for highjacking this thread with an argument and acting like a jerk. Sorry if I offended anyone, I've just really had bad experiences with nitro,but that really no excuse for me being an a$$.

[Slashman]

You're right i'm sorry for highjacking this thread with an argument and acting like a jerk. Sorry if I offended anyone, I've just really had bad experiences with nitro,but that really no excuse for me being an a$$.
I commend you. Its very rare to see a person admit wrong, if ever. Thank you!

[Microdriver624]

i feel kind of odd posting this forum. After reading all of these other forums about all of u experienced enthusiasts being tired of the, "wut car should i choose" or, "which one?", i kind of feel like im one of those "noobs" that's to blame. In defense, I did my research and really couldnt decide. i just wanted someone that did have experience with the RC car that i want would tell guys like me wuts good about it. I dont want to spend 500$ on a truck, just to realize that its crap. Im just saying this in defense to "noobs" that hav done their research, but want advice from enthusiasts that hav had some first-hand experience.

[LSXEric]

Well not totaly, I mean take the RC8 and Jammin X1x buggys. Both are A+ buggys and its really tough to chose between the two. I've done my home work for sure and still dont have a big lean to etheir of them. Thats the point when u ask what should I get, BUT tell ur pros and cons of each. Its okay to ask!

[1 bad bug]

Ultimately it doesn't matter who you ask here --- because you don't know if it's Jay Halsey, Ray Charles, or Beaver Cleaver that's answering.




(all names and/or references are only used as examples and in no way meant to degrade, slander, inflame or cause undue harm)

I don't know about the other two but I think we can eliminate Ray Charles as someone who might reply to any posts about what to buy.

[Microdriver624]

1) I really can't think of any "$500 crap" RCs, though plenty of cheap ones come to mind.
2) If someone truely had done their research they wouldn't have to ask, they'd already know exactly what THEY wanted.
All im saying is that its nice to ask people that might hav hands on experience. Not trying to sound stupid or anything.

[Slashman]

All im saying is that its nice to ask people that might hav hands on experience. Not trying to sound stupid or anything.
You don't sound stupid. Its a legit question.:D. I've been in this hobby for awhile and I still have questions. Its hard to keep up with all the latest and greatest. Its mind boggling:eek:

[Microdriver624]

well this has been an interesting forum:)

[Been 2780]

u figure out what u r going to buy yet?

[LSXEric]

Umm Been READ!!! He got the revo 3.3 and I belive his avitar is it.

[master_of_faster]

the savage is a great truck but it isnt easy to work on or drive. If you're gonna race get the revo.

[Benz]

I still can't grasp the concept that anyone in this hobby would pick nitro over electric in the first place, but if I were you I would cut my losses and sell the Revo and get an E-maxx or an E-revo. Unless you have a steady income to pay for fuel and constant repairs and maintenance items NITRO WILL ALWAYS SUCK no matter what model you get! I have driven nitro and it was an experience that almost made me quit this hobby, don't make the mistake of spending more money on nitro, because it's a money pit!

maybe to u foo but for other people it kicks some major BUT

lol

[Benz]

What I am giving is not false information it is a fact that nitro has more moving parts than electric rc vehicles and statistically speaking machines with more moving parts have a much higher chance of breaking. You have to admit majority of the people in this hobby are backyard bashers not pros with the intention of racing in an a-main championship. I'm sorry not everyone here is an expert at nitro and racing like you are KID but to call someone you don't even know "lazy" is immature on your part. I am not telling people what to buy if you like nitro then buy nitro if you like electric then buy electric all I am saying is if someone wants an ejoyable no strings attached experience with rcs they would be smart to go with electric.

don't be a hater of nitro

[Greg B]

The Savage X, Savage Xss both have $25 rebates from HPI. The Savage XL has a $50 rebate.

Now is an excellent time to look into owning a Savage.

Alot of shops are selling LST 2's cheap as well. My local shop has them for $439.99.


Greg B.

[atom3624]

I've a Revo that's great, when it's going well, but I haven't spent enough time on it.
All of my time's spent on my very-modified Raminator.
Go for the LST2 if you can, it's a superb truck, and takes one heck of a beating!! :D