I will definitely be ordering the direct drive. Had a blast racing my s1v4 in the limited amount of races this last season, can't wait for the next season!

I mightvhave to look into the aluminum cvds for next season. Also waiting for the lighter direct drive to be available in the states.

I was getting harassed at the track that I only had black paint as two other rc's are pure black. Lol. I tried something different. Buggy body's are not easy to mask! Haha. I might try something more extreme for next season...

I built mine with the stable setup as well. I ran amazing my first night too. You are right how this buggy is planted. It is such a fun rc to drive.

Love the paint from your buddy as well, looks nicer than mine!

So the 21.5 turn class I run this buggy in might be good for the plastic gear... im not at any high level so I'm not sure I'd notice it, but it is something to think about.

Thank you.

The S1V4 comes with two idler gear options. Plastic says stock and the aluminum says modify.

What are the advantages/disadvantages from one to another besides strength. There must be a reason they included both.

Oops, pictures didn't work.

We have a 21.5 spec class starting up at our local race club. I set this kit up using the stable setup for this season just to learn since this is my first year racing and first 1/10th buggy I've ever had. I threw on some Pro-line Hexon rears and Wedge fronts for carpet racing, pro-tek 100T servo an...

I just raced mine for the first time on Saturday at our small track. It took first and second invtwo heat races and fourth in the main. It handles beautifully I thought.