So you spent more money to convert the Mini B to something else other than what it is out of the box? The HackFab chassis make them awesome oval cars! Couldn't you just get another RTR and keep this one the way it is, rather than do all of that work to convert to go oval racing? I raced my Pro Roller last night on its maiden voyage. I've got the Dynamite motor, Reefs 99micro, JConcepts Sprinters rears in pink for our carpet track, 800mah pack, connected to my Sanwa RX482 and a MyLaps 2wire in it. This thing was absolutely dialed! I didn't snap off any ball cups, or break anything, although the diff puked all the grease out...must have been too much grip. I'm glad I saved 20 bucks getting the roller than spending more and throwing away useless electronics, unless my track had a box stock class.
I’ve held off because of that exact reason. Can’t find the brushless systems anywhere in stock. Might end up getting the little castle system. Debating hard. Got all the havkfab stuff yesterday so I’m itching to do something. So if I convert the buggy then I guess I’ll be saving since I don’t need to buy another car. Idk it stinks. Decisions decisions
Happy Holidays my friend. I bet that little car would make a mean drag car. I been messing with my Sukura touring car. I have been testing my drag cars but I need more SMH batteries. I look for warm days in the forecast if it's over 50 I'm doing hits. Lol I'll ttyl.
You’re hard core. It’s been warm here but so wet and damp. Weird weather. Darkness is my biggest issue. Have to remember that next year. Happy new year brother!
Skill level and experience will always cause difference of opinion at the track, but on the internet, everyone is an expert. I think the part of the Pro Roller that kills its face-value, is the word "Pro". The Mini B/T don't have a huge aftermarket to begin with, and none of it can transform a RTR brushless car into something so much more dominant that I would consider it to be "Pro" level. The biggest difference at that performance level is made by the driver. 5min of clean laps from the middle of the pack almost always puts you on the podium at the club level. There are several upgrades that can be made that can make the car more suitable to driving style, which can make a big difference. And while I agree that including a proprietary servo arm is a mistake, the other 4 included upgrades all make the performance envelope a little more forgiving. There is one overwhelming benefit to the Pro Roller though, it's still a roller. I began racing back in the mid 90's with an RC10GT - Sport kit. It was $385 back then, and the Factory Team kit was on the cusp of $500. That seemed like a huge difference for the same truck, but I quickly recognized the value in the price difference. Over the next 2 years I had done so many upgrades that my truck was nearly impossible to control indoors, and outdoors it was so fast that 1/10 scale tracks still felt a little cramped. The power and speed had surpassed the capabilities of the suspension, the brake disk, the ball diff, and the slipper... and my race results were about as inconsistent as the character values of a career politician. However experience over time taught me the value of balance. Being first into the turn doesn't mean anything if you can't make the turn. Having the best brakes doesn't mean anything if the diff isn't set right. Lightening the car doesn't do any good if it's already too fast for the track. A roller offers the driver the opportunity to build for balance, while still maintaining the convenience of RTR... rollers are the car versions of an ARF airplane. The fiddly bits are done for you, and you're responsible for customizing it to your liking. A driver should have the chance to drive a car with power they can manage, and controls that are familiar and comfortable. That's what drives the premium price on the roller, not the extra aluminum.
I don't see you did anything different than the box stock box that's not a pro roller. All you did was at the dynamite system I would have eliminated that and put Mamba micro. Added it 3s power the shocks under several months I got to see you correct I have the same one but everything else you did was just straight out of the box you didn't do nothing fancy you don't have a pro roller you have a stock B.
Like #1 good stuff! Something will always bring the haters out lol… 💪🏾💯
Lol. My man! Always looking out. Hope you had a good Christmas!!
So you spent more money to convert the Mini B to something else other than what it is out of the box? The HackFab chassis make them awesome oval cars! Couldn't you just get another RTR and keep this one the way it is, rather than do all of that work to convert to go oval racing?
I raced my Pro Roller last night on its maiden voyage. I've got the Dynamite motor, Reefs 99micro, JConcepts Sprinters rears in pink for our carpet track, 800mah pack, connected to my Sanwa RX482 and a MyLaps 2wire in it. This thing was absolutely dialed! I didn't snap off any ball cups, or break anything, although the diff puked all the grease out...must have been too much grip. I'm glad I saved 20 bucks getting the roller than spending more and throwing away useless electronics, unless my track had a box stock class.
I’ve held off because of that exact reason. Can’t find the brushless systems anywhere in stock. Might end up getting the little castle system. Debating hard. Got all the havkfab stuff yesterday so I’m itching to do something. So if I convert the buggy then I guess I’ll be saving since I don’t need to buy another car. Idk it stinks. Decisions decisions
@@Dorkyand40 I would go with the hot five slingshot make it a dragster instead of an oval car
Happy Holidays my friend. I bet that little car would make a mean drag car. I been messing with my Sukura touring car. I have been testing my drag cars but I need more SMH batteries. I look for warm days in the forecast if it's over 50 I'm doing hits. Lol I'll ttyl.
You’re hard core. It’s been warm here but so wet and damp. Weird weather. Darkness is my biggest issue. Have to remember that next year. Happy new year brother!
Skill level and experience will always cause difference of opinion at the track, but on the internet, everyone is an expert. I think the part of the Pro Roller that kills its face-value, is the word "Pro". The Mini B/T don't have a huge aftermarket to begin with, and none of it can transform a RTR brushless car into something so much more dominant that I would consider it to be "Pro" level. The biggest difference at that performance level is made by the driver. 5min of clean laps from the middle of the pack almost always puts you on the podium at the club level. There are several upgrades that can be made that can make the car more suitable to driving style, which can make a big difference. And while I agree that including a proprietary servo arm is a mistake, the other 4 included upgrades all make the performance envelope a little more forgiving. There is one overwhelming benefit to the Pro Roller though, it's still a roller.
I began racing back in the mid 90's with an RC10GT - Sport kit. It was $385 back then, and the Factory Team kit was on the cusp of $500. That seemed like a huge difference for the same truck, but I quickly recognized the value in the price difference. Over the next 2 years I had done so many upgrades that my truck was nearly impossible to control indoors, and outdoors it was so fast that 1/10 scale tracks still felt a little cramped. The power and speed had surpassed the capabilities of the suspension, the brake disk, the ball diff, and the slipper... and my race results were about as inconsistent as the character values of a career politician. However experience over time taught me the value of balance. Being first into the turn doesn't mean anything if you can't make the turn. Having the best brakes doesn't mean anything if the diff isn't set right. Lightening the car doesn't do any good if it's already too fast for the track.
A roller offers the driver the opportunity to build for balance, while still maintaining the convenience of RTR... rollers are the car versions of an ARF airplane. The fiddly bits are done for you, and you're responsible for customizing it to your liking. A driver should have the chance to drive a car with power they can manage, and controls that are familiar and comfortable. That's what drives the premium price on the roller, not the extra aluminum.
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I don't see you did anything different than the box stock box that's not a pro roller. All you did was at the dynamite system I would have eliminated that and put Mamba micro. Added it 3s power the shocks under several months I got to see you correct I have the same one but everything else you did was just straight out of the box you didn't do nothing fancy you don't have a pro roller you have a stock B.
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