Great buggy, really pleased with it so far. For me, once I soughted the rear-end sway, it is such a pleasure to drive on short course. The only aspect I am finding challenging, is getting the motor mounted just right. Have already stripped one pinion, due to the weird way the motor clamps around the engine casing (I'm running the Xerun 4268 G2 in mine). Wish it would have come with an optional sliding mount ^_^
I know this is a 2 year old video, but I would really like your advice because you are the most thorough reviewer I know of with a neutral opinion as far as I can tell. I'm not going to be purchasing a buggy kit, but they are not much different than the Truggy versions. I have been thinking for quite some time about which kit to go with, in which I am looking at these: HB E817T, TEKNO ET48.3, XRAY XT8E.2, SERPENT S811T-E COBRA E, MUGEN SEIKI MBX8TE, & the Team Associated RC8T3.1E. You don't have to try to explain to me why each has good and bad, just name your top 2 to you. I really like the HB, XRAY, & the SERPENT. I know TEKNO is great but I am wanting something different and yes I will most likely just be Bashing but I just want a quality kit because I am at the point of upgrading my Kraton that it's just a better idea to get a GRADE A KIT. Thank you very much for your time if find some because I could really use your advice!!! Thanks again
I know that different is something that you want, and almost everything you listed are great choices....but bashing wise, many of them would be bad choices, merely on the fact that replacement parts will be crazy in price - like the HB, Xray and Mugen (I have no experience with Serpent...) The ET48.3 is just a pretty solid kit and durability wise, it's a Tank. The only thing I don't like about the Tekno is how cramped the chassis is for electronics...but you do have the extra 2" from the ET though. The HB fell ill with the mounts - the Servo mount is plastic and the motor mount is the worst (IMO) of anything. Also the battery tray is a bitch to get batteries in and out of quickly. The Mugen and AE are pretty similar, although you'll find that Mugen parts are about 25% more than AE and carried in less shops. The bottom line is anything you listed will be a better experience than the Kraton merely on the quality of the kit's materials, the adjustability and that YOU will be building it
How does this build compare to the Tekno EB48.4 build? I believe the initial price of this kit was $100 more then the Eb48.4, so I'd be curious if the values equal out.
+Steve Caron the Tekno is great and built like a tank. You do get some serious bells and whistles on this kit like all aluminum hub carriers and Chubs....carbon fiber goodies and a world championship design
Nice Rich Top quality. I went Team Associated over their E813? Because of parts supply. I'm torn between the Teknos MT (because I don't have a 4wd MT) & the EB48.4 (love Teknos, have the SCT) and the E817. Would love to hear your feelings when your up and running on the differences etc. The HB seems to be that little bit more refined wanting nothing to upgrade. Where as the EB48.4 has options to spec it up. Also can you fit 6S in the HB, and Teknos for that matter? Cheers again on a great review!
You can fit SMC 4300 6s hard case in a tekno SCT I ran that plus a 2200 castle geared 24/44 in original sct410 plain stupid power, no way anyone can lay it all down, but truck handled it!!! I got video
But its FUN man imagine 1/2 throttle down straightaway and a 1900 4s tekin tries to pass then u punch it and they eat ur dust!!!! while ur car is on the rear wing!!!!!
I recently bought an eb48.4 after an extensive search and comparison with other models. Had not seen the e817 before the purchase. The e817 seems to have a cleaner construction than that of the tekno. In your opinion, which one is the best? Which is the toughest?
Paulinho Braz the HB drives great on certain tracks and has an exotic appearance with all the additional CF and Aluminum. I thought that the Tekno drove a bit better for my driving style though. AND, there were a few things I just didn’t like about the HB, like the motor mount (clamps the motor can and adjusts from the bottom using a 3mm driver), servo mount (plastic and stripped out) and battery tray is a pain. I still have my EB48.4 though 😃👍
i know you gonna troll me,but i think i gonna buy this for bash..my rb one pro and my tekno .3 are tanks,i realise that this racing buggys are much better bashers vehicles than the indicate rcs thats companies make for bash .
Wow! I know this is an older video but between the HB e819 or the tekno eb48.4 which one would you go for. Outdoor track practice and a few races.. hows part support etc?
Part support depends on your local shop/track - I've always found Tekno parts easier in the US. Drive wise, the HB was a great car, maybe slightly better than the Tekno, but the HB had some deal breakers - like the motor mount and servo mount were terrible. Plus getting batteries in and out of the HB was a marathon
I see, especially with those nice aluminum front c hubs n rear hubs that was once a $150 upgrade for the rc8.2e But how can u resist tekno eb48.3 for $330 vs ~$650 for this kit??? (minus the fact u already have 1 hehe)
Yeah I agree, tekno layout, some kyosho, and those front steering blocks look like the aluminum version of the old rc8.2e. Plus I don't really like clamping mounts, they limit you a lot on motor options and the normal style is perfectly fine for good sized motors. And why doesn't this buggy have good cva boots??? they really cut down on the wear
I agree. I got this a few weeks ago, and have put it through its paces on turf short course (balance between tight, easy and technical) and really tight dirt/clay course. Once I got the rear sway tweaked, and got a feel for its turning, I must say, I really really like this buggy. For me, it is a perfect balance of everything. Not to lite and not too heavy. Really nice for corners and air maneuvers, and just really pleasant to drive. As for build quality, I initially thought a few of the pieces might not hold up, but so far, I was wrong. I have had some pretty gnarly nose dives from quite high jumps, a head-to-head crash with a Losi, and a few tumbles, and have only had a screw in the chassis come loose (forgot the loctite!) All in all, I am very happy, and would expect to see a few more of them on the tracks, as the price drops in the coming year. Good luck!
Do you not build truggies? I can't find any of your videos containing them. If not, why not? If you don't mind me asking because buggies are lame in my opinion. Limited to tracks basically is why I don't ever see one in my future
I've only built one Truggy, the Team Durango DEX8T and honestly, couldn't find a suitable place to drive it with in 2 hours from my house. Buggies are more versatile being smaller and have just as much power. I've also done the entire Arrma line up including the Talion (Gen1 and 3) which are also on the channel
@The RCNetwork will there be an update video showing the electronics you used for this build? If not could I get a parts list? Might be my next venture and the one I’m gonna help my friend build.
TTXD Gaming look for a used Tekno EB48.3. Assuming you're talking 1/8th. I just sold my roller for $275 and they're out there for about $200. They're tanks and since the new model came out, inexpensive.
I only wish everyone did overviews this well. Well done!
wow that looks like a beefy buggy looks like good for racing and fun for bashing
+Chevy RC yeah, I would hate to see to this bashed.....
oh great, you've further confounded my decision making process. just kidding, that's a very nice looking buggy.
+humble rc my job is compete! 😁
crazy looking buggy! great job.👍 ✌
+Robert Kotevski thanks Robert!
Great buggy, really pleased with it so far. For me, once I soughted the rear-end sway, it is such a pleasure to drive on short course. The only aspect I am finding challenging, is getting the motor mounted just right. Have already stripped one pinion, due to the weird way the motor clamps around the engine casing (I'm running the Xerun 4268 G2 in mine). Wish it would have come with an optional sliding mount ^_^
organikness yep, I'm running the same motor and it's a pain....Also hate that you have to unmount the motor to change a pinion.
sweet buggy
+Yugo Boss thanks Yugo!
i look forward to a running video
+Greg Ashcraft thanks Greg! Stay tuned
Great review sounds like you're pretty chuffed.
Didn't realise HB were built with such quality in mind.
+Nathaniel W yeah, my second HB vehicle here and just as impressed as the last. Great offerings.
Love he vid looking great
+mason scherdin thanks Mason
ok keep up the great vids
Thanks for watching JS!
I know this is a 2 year old video, but I would really like your advice because you are the most thorough reviewer I know of with a neutral opinion as far as I can tell. I'm not going to be purchasing a buggy kit, but they are not much different than the Truggy versions. I have been thinking for quite some time about which kit to go with, in which I am looking at these: HB E817T, TEKNO ET48.3, XRAY XT8E.2, SERPENT S811T-E COBRA E, MUGEN SEIKI MBX8TE, & the Team Associated RC8T3.1E. You don't have to try to explain to me why each has good and bad, just name your top 2 to you. I really like the HB, XRAY, & the SERPENT. I know TEKNO is great but I am wanting something different and yes I will most likely just be Bashing but I just want a quality kit because I am at the point of upgrading my Kraton that it's just a better idea to get a GRADE A KIT. Thank you very much for your time if find some because I could really use your advice!!! Thanks again
I know that different is something that you want, and almost everything you listed are great choices....but bashing wise, many of them would be bad choices, merely on the fact that replacement parts will be crazy in price - like the HB, Xray and Mugen (I have no experience with Serpent...) The ET48.3 is just a pretty solid kit and durability wise, it's a Tank. The only thing I don't like about the Tekno is how cramped the chassis is for electronics...but you do have the extra 2" from the ET though. The HB fell ill with the mounts - the Servo mount is plastic and the motor mount is the worst (IMO) of anything. Also the battery tray is a bitch to get batteries in and out of quickly. The Mugen and AE are pretty similar, although you'll find that Mugen parts are about 25% more than AE and carried in less shops. The bottom line is anything you listed will be a better experience than the Kraton merely on the quality of the kit's materials, the adjustability and that YOU will be building it
How does this build compare to the Tekno EB48.4 build? I believe the initial price of this kit was $100 more then the Eb48.4, so I'd be curious if the values equal out.
+Steve Caron the Tekno is great and built like a tank. You do get some serious bells and whistles on this kit like all aluminum hub carriers and Chubs....carbon fiber goodies and a world championship design
the Last Mistake is not fale , Watchout & u see that screw into the Carbon not from Chassi , but another is so funny i cant believe it ^^
Not sure I understand
U drive this car ?
Yep....just a couple of packs......didn't have a 3mm driver with me to change out a pinion at the track I was
Awesome, but the dumb limiting battery brace BS. Straps are #1. Right?
looks like a really great buggy what was the price and the motor mount reminds me of the HPI Vorza Flux motor mount
+Ronald Owens yes, great buggy so far......not sure on the Vorza.....my buddy had one and I lose track over time
whats the right masure in the First mistake pls help im finish
very concise review.... sub +1
+John Tuffy thanks John! Always glad to have new subscribers!
so between this or a Mugen MBX7 ECO? which one?
Nice Rich
Top quality. I went Team Associated over their E813? Because of parts supply.
I'm torn between the Teknos MT (because I don't have a 4wd MT) & the EB48.4 (love Teknos, have the SCT) and the E817. Would love to hear your feelings when your up and running on the differences etc.
The HB seems to be that little bit more refined wanting nothing to upgrade. Where as the EB48.4 has options to spec it up.
Also can you fit 6S in the HB, and Teknos for that matter?
Cheers again on a great review!
You can fit SMC 4300 6s hard case in a tekno SCT
I ran that plus a 2200 castle geared 24/44 in original sct410
plain stupid power, no way anyone can lay it all down, but truck handled it!!! I got video
+Garszy yeah, they can fit.....but if appropriately equipped, the Tekno and HB doesn't need 6s.
But its FUN man
imagine 1/2 throttle down straightaway and a 1900 4s tekin tries to pass then u punch it and they eat ur dust!!!! while ur car is on the rear wing!!!!!
I recently bought an eb48.4 after an extensive search and comparison with other models. Had not seen the e817 before the purchase. The e817 seems to have a cleaner construction than that of the tekno. In your opinion, which one is the best? Which is the toughest?
Paulinho Braz the HB drives great on certain tracks and has an exotic appearance with all the additional CF and Aluminum. I thought that the Tekno drove a bit better for my driving style though. AND, there were a few things I just didn’t like about the HB, like the motor mount (clamps the motor can and adjusts from the bottom using a 3mm driver), servo mount (plastic and stripped out) and battery tray is a pain. I still have my EB48.4 though 😃👍
@@TheRCNetwork thanks
i know you gonna troll me,but i think i gonna buy this for bash..my rb one
pro and my tekno .3 are tanks,i realise that this racing buggys are
much better bashers vehicles than the indicate rcs thats companies make for bash .
No troll here....but yeah, it's tough to see buggies like this bashed, but to each it's own! Have fun RCing either way!
Wow! I know this is an older video but between the HB e819 or the tekno eb48.4 which one would you go for. Outdoor track practice and a few races.. hows part support etc?
Part support depends on your local shop/track - I've always found Tekno parts easier in the US. Drive wise, the HB was a great car, maybe slightly better than the Tekno, but the HB had some deal breakers - like the motor mount and servo mount were terrible. Plus getting batteries in and out of the HB was a marathon
It will be great if you can review the new HB e819 ! Thx for your devotion in rc cars.
The RCNetwork thanks for that.. i got tekno .4
At the price it retails at might as well include a Tekin RX8!
+Haulin AZZ in comparison, the HB does give you some upgrades in comparison to most of the $499-$549 E buggies.
I see, especially with those nice aluminum front c hubs n rear hubs
that was once a $150 upgrade for the rc8.2e
But how can u resist tekno eb48.3 for $330 vs ~$650 for this kit??? (minus the fact u already have 1 hehe)
Yeah I agree, tekno layout, some kyosho, and those front steering blocks look like the aluminum version of the old rc8.2e. Plus I don't really like clamping mounts, they limit you a lot on motor options and the normal style is perfectly fine for good sized motors. And why doesn't this buggy have good cva boots??? they really cut down on the wear
what do you think is the best 1/8 E-buggy between hotbodies e817,and TEKNO EB48.4 ??
Tough call! Big outdoor track, massive jumps - EB48.4 Tight technical track - E817 Just my thoughts so far. Both are great options
I agree. I got this a few weeks ago, and have put it through its paces on turf short course (balance between tight, easy and technical) and really tight dirt/clay course. Once I got the rear sway tweaked, and got a feel for its turning, I must say, I really really like this buggy. For me, it is a perfect balance of everything. Not to lite and not too heavy. Really nice for corners and air maneuvers, and just really pleasant to drive.
As for build quality, I initially thought a few of the pieces might not hold up, but so far, I was wrong. I have had some pretty gnarly nose dives from quite high jumps, a head-to-head crash with a Losi, and a few tumbles, and have only had a screw in the chassis come loose (forgot the loctite!)
All in all, I am very happy, and would expect to see a few more of them on the tracks, as the price drops in the coming year. Good luck!
which would you go with rich the hb 817 or new eb.4 I was running the eb48.3 but I really like the 817 these are two I'm trying to decide between
+Debroah Cain really hard to decide...You can't beat a world championship!
Do you not build truggies? I can't find any of your videos containing them. If not, why not? If you don't mind me asking because buggies are lame in my opinion. Limited to tracks basically is why I don't ever see one in my future
I've only built one Truggy, the Team Durango DEX8T and honestly, couldn't find a suitable place to drive it with in 2 hours from my house. Buggies are more versatile being smaller and have just as much power. I've also done the entire Arrma line up including the Talion (Gen1 and 3) which are also on the channel
looks nice as hell what color scream you going with
+Dragon Stealer & Dylan5000 reveal will be out shortly.....it will be different!
The RCNetwork ok
whats ur background music??
What is the consensus on D817's motor mount?
Patrick Michael E817? I don't like it....I would much rather have a traditional sliding motor mount.
what electronics are you going with?
+Lightning Slow HOBBYWING and Futaba
Ha, I got the same electrics too ^_^ Got the kit yesterday, should be ready for racing this Sunday! What kind of track are you running this on?
@The RCNetwork will there be an update video showing the electronics you used for this build? If not could I get a parts list? Might be my next venture and the one I’m gonna help my friend build.
Not at this time...
is the servo mount Alu. or plastic?
Thanks alot.
Plastic and one of the main issues
Hmmm, any after market one available in Alloy???
I think VRP has one?
Possible to put 2X3s lipo 5000mah ?
Depends on the size. It will be limited, but I'm sure you can expand the height
what country are you from
+Jim Sexton US
Does anyone know any cheap buggy kits? I already have electronics, I don't plan on racing, I just want to go to the onroad track and have fun
TTXD Gaming look for a used Tekno EB48.3. Assuming you're talking 1/8th. I just sold my roller for $275 and they're out there for about $200. They're tanks and since the new model came out, inexpensive.
Okay sweet, thanks for the help
I actually just found one on ebay for $150 lmao
first
un manjar
+Gon Qu thanks!