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Old 25-06-2013
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Default K1 ?????

I've notice there's a few 2nd hand k1 s for sale now they have only been a while, is there something wrong. Looking to buy a 4/wd .???
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Old 25-06-2013
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Nothing wrong with them - just a bit ugly with the bodyshell on, they're well made & great to drive.

A lot of people change cars regularly. Could be the 6 month itch setting in
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Old 25-06-2013
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In my opinion, the K1 is the best handling car and most durable car out there. I've never broken anything on the K1 in 6 months of running it.
It has been the most reliable car I've had, and I have achieved my best results in a short period with the car (going from 53rd best, to 26 in round at 2 nationals). This is having tried Tamiya, Durango and Kyosho.
I think Chesty is right, some people like to have a change every 6 months.
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I sold mine as I was tired of breaking things on it (spurs, shock towers, gearbox tops, shock shafts). I agree is a nice handling car but since switching to the bmax4 in Jan/feb ive not broke a single thing and like the fact it comes with everything i.e. roll bars, titanium turnbuckles, alloy rear hubs, 2 different chassis, 2 top decks etc so there is no need for hop ups to strengthen or to buy extra parts to get it setup right.
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Antony, how do you find the Bmax as a direct comparison to drive, out of interest?

I know the track will obviously make a difference, but does it have a decent window for an "easy"drive?

The K1 looks great, but so does the Bmax. (And XB4, B44.2, Dex410!)
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Old 26-06-2013
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My experience is that the k1 feels a bit lighter and "free". Possibly a bit more nimble. The bmax feels planted, and with more grip and traction which lets me drive a bit harder with less mistakes. I find it easy to get it right and to make changes for the better if required, however with the k1 I was always chasing setup which I struggled to achieve. The bmax definitely helps me be more consistent and is yet to break at all. (Tempting fate here)
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