RadioShack releases hobby-qual Pro Pulse minis

[PeterV]

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The 'Shack strikes back! These new minis look pretty good. --Pete

Pro-Pulse™ New to Racing Scene

The new line of Pro-Pulse Racing™ high-performance RC vehicles and accessories have arrived and are ready to race. These affordably priced 1/18th scale high-performance cars come with buggy or truck styles and are loaded with serious full-race competition features. Just add batteries and these 4WD RCs are good to go up to 20 mph with stock parts out of the box – and over 25 mph with the addition a few upgrade accessories. Choose from upgrade and replacement parts such as aluminum or stock oil-filled shocks, titanium turnbuckles and Servo saver kit, twin motor conversion kit, high-speed motor kit, a dozen different tire and rim options, and much more, and you’re ready for any challenge. The 2-channel digital proportional FM radio transmitter offers six channel options for maximum racing flexibility. Available exclusively at RadioShack stores nationwide or online at www.RadioShack.com.

Pro-Pulse Racing, www.ProPulse.com

[PeterV]

The motor plate is cast aluminum, and standard-type individual electronics are used. No 4-wire servo weirdness or all-in-one Rx/speedo combos.

[rc addict]

Wow...if that isn't the most pathetic copy of an associated rc18t/b, then I certainly don't know what is.

[ChuckDeez]

lol, saw this before. looks just like a rc18t.

[ncrego]

Wow...if that isn't the most pathetic copy of an associated rc18t/b, then I certainly don't know what is.

And your point is?

[ChuckDeez]

I wonder how much is it?
i'm considering in buying one.

[MattHiggins]

I know it's a lot more fun to just bash stuff online, but this is great for the hobby. In the past there was huge leap between toy-grade RC and our hobby-grade RC. This meant while billions of kids and adults own or at least know about toy-grade stuff (it's every where) our hobby is a total secret. Companies like RadioShack and Hasbro will do us all a huge favor. These will, or at least can, provide a ready segway to the hobby-grade stuff. Keep in mind, if you're using this forum and reading RC Car Action odds are you already are into the hobby, and these products aren't aimed at you. They are totally intended for the newcomer/first-time buyer. I've held this new car and it's fine. It's price point will no doubt be amazingly low. These products will only help the hobby. Bashing it, looking for flaws and comparing it to much more expensive products intended for a different audience only makes you look foolish. be glad these products are here and enjoy the hobby.

Oh, and I think that buggy body is pretty freakin' cool.

[ChuckDeez]

I know it's a lot more fun to just bash stuff online, but this is great for the hobby. In the past there was huge leap between toy-grade RC and our hobby-grade RC. This meant while billions of kids and adults own or at least know about toy-grade stuff (it's every where) our hobby is a total secret. Companies like RadioShack and Hasbro will do us all a huge favor. These will, or at least can, provide a ready segway to the hobby-grade stuff. Keep in mind, if you're using this forum and reading RC Car Action odds are you already are into the hobby, and these products aren't aimed at you. They are totally intended for the newcomer/first-time buyer. I've held this new car and it's fine. It's price point will no doubt be amazingly low. These products will only help the product. Bashing it, looking for flaws and comparing it to much more expensive products intended for a different audience only makes you look foolish. be glad these products are here and enjoy the hobby.

Oh, and I think that buggy body is pretty freakin' cool.

thats right. When I only knew xmods, I knew there would be more crazier rc's and i found towerhobbies.com. I was amazed at all the rc's i was just drooling all over.

hey, are these things out yet? I want to go buy one now. Add a mamba. :D

[slink]

I know it's a lot more fun to just bash stuff online, but this is great for the hobby. In the past there was huge leap between toy-grade RC and our hobby-grade RC. This meant while billions of kids and adults own or at least know about toy-grade stuff (it's every where) our hobby is a total secret. Companies like RadioShack and Hasbro will do us all a huge favor. These will, or at least can, provide a ready segway to the hobby-grade stuff. Keep in mind, if you're using this forum and reading RC Car Action odds are you already are into the hobby, and these products aren't aimed at you. They are totally intended for the newcomer/first-time buyer. I've held this new car and it's fine. It's price point will no doubt be amazingly low. These products will only help the product. Bashing it, looking for flaws and comparing it to much more expensive products intended for a different audience only makes you look foolish. be glad these products are here and enjoy the hobby.

Oh, and I think that buggy body is pretty freakin' cool.

Exactly ! I started with a radio shack car a very long time ago.I will buy the buggy.I recently bought the picco Z heli from radio shack sure its a toy but its FUN.The new buggy gives me a chance to sample 1/18 scale without the hobby grade price.

[Neon_Dave]

I know it's a lot more fun to just bash stuff online, but this is great for the hobby. In the past there was huge leap between toy-grade RC and our hobby-grade RC. This meant while billions of kids and adults own or at least know about toy-grade stuff (it's every where) our hobby is a total secret. Companies like RadioShack and Hasbro will do us all a huge favor. These will, or at least can, provide a ready segway to the hobby-grade stuff. Keep in mind, if you're using this forum and reading RC Car Action odds are you already are into the hobby, and these products aren't aimed at you. They are totally intended for the newcomer/first-time buyer. I've held this new car and it's fine. It's price point will no doubt be amazingly low. These products will only help the product. Bashing it, looking for flaws and comparing it to much more expensive products intended for a different audience only makes you look foolish. be glad these products are here and enjoy the hobby.

Oh, and I think that buggy body is pretty freakin' cool.

100% agreed. This is great for the hobby.

It does look like the RC18 series from AE, it may very well be that they both (AE and RadioShack) have the same original parts manufacturer. That doesn't make it any less of a good product.

This kind of thing is just what the hobby needs. Get one of these to get the feel for RC - then walk into a hobby shop, walk out with another RC :D

I really miss RadioShack. Here in Canada it was bought out by Circuit City(which sucks, IMO) RadioShack is usually where it all starts. At least for the younger generation of RC enthusiasts...

-Dave :wave:

[z-man280]

YES!!!!!!!

seperate rx ,esc, and servo! This just goes to show that our world of hobby class is becoming even more main-stream and accepted!!!

you darn tootin i'll be buying one!

[4DMNYC]

Yeah, it's cool radioshack is starting to join the hobby grade part of the rc world. Even if they are knocking off AE. That buggy looks really shweet.

lol, look how long the antenna wire is :eek:

[PeterV]

If you examine an RC18T and the Pro Pulse, you'll see that all the parts are slightly different. Obviously, the Pro Pulse cops the 18T's design and style, but it is NOT the same car, nor does it use the same parts. Just FYI, before anyone starts speculating in that vein.

[SS Pede]

I'm definitely one of those kids who started off with Radio Shack R/C vehicles. I've had 4 or 6 of them over the years. Good times, let me tell you!!

So I'm happy to see these vehicles. Heck, if I feel like getting a mini and don't want to break the bank I might consider this buggy. I like how it has separate electronics (many "hobby-grade" minis don't even have that!). And is that a big old Tamiya plug? I like that, because it's one less plug type I have to deal with (it's a standard 1/10 plug, not mini-specific). Woah...I just noticed "twin motor conversion kit!!" I probably wouldn't want one, but wow! Also, if the transmission could handle brushless that would be sweet!

[shadowghost1]

I like the buggy! It mentions a duel motor mod, if so Im getting a duel motor 4wd 1/18th scale buggy soon. That just sounds nasty!

[RenderedUseless]

Its got an FM reciever! I will be picking one of these up soon lol.

[Akura2]

the truck look s little goofy but the buggy looks SWEET... nicer body than the RC18B IMO

[z-man280]

If you examine an RC18T and the Pro Pulse, you'll see that all the parts are slightly different. Obviously, the Pro Pulse cops the 18T's design and style, but it is NOT the same car, nor does it use the same parts. Just FYI, before anyone starts speculating in that vein.
"imitation is the sincerest form of flattery"

remember when Traxxas did that with AE and the trx 10 bullet, a blatant copy of the original RC10,...but enough difference to make it unique.

i think it looks great, with oil filled shocks, adjustable turnbuckles, and FM.....i cant wait to see a $$$ on these!

[The_Mini_Me]

There is only so much you can do with making a basic 4wd off road design without getting $$$. I would disagree with the rc18 series. In example, look at the upper brace, its not part of the gearboxes. Secondly, look at the steering.. is that bellcrank steering?. I know this heretical to say, but this could very well be better designed than the rc18t. I have a funny feeling this may even be able to compete with the regular 1/18th class if the parts arent too brittle or flexable in the right drivers hands. All you would need is ball diffs (which Im sure they might sell as a hop up) to get in the same specs as the other current vehicles.

The downfall comes Radio Shack itself It wont have support long term, and depending on the part, you may have to buy a whole new car. Then you have the big factor: lack of knowledgeable and dedicated people at RS to support you. I kinda actually feel that RS has opened a can of worms with these in the support side. I expect alot of throwing away versus repairing or keeping extras if something goes wrong immediately at least based on the experiences of Xmod owners. The price point ~100 for these if the above practice is done too often is going to cut into the close profit margin.
(And environmentally stupid on top of that)

However, as peter has said, this is going to be great with introducing new people to the hobby. Get some more racers in our class when they get tired of bashing and want to compete.

[SS Pede]

Good points Mini Me. I hope the Shack does more than just sell these things. There's more to hobby grade R/C than just moving product. You have to support the product as well. If they are willing to carry a bunch of upgrade parts maybe they can stock some replacement parts as well.

I have a vain hope that these will somehow be more durable than your average 1/18 scale vehicle. Maybe Pro-pulse has overbuilt the parts a little to compensate for so-so support. I kind of doubt it, but I can dream, can't I? :) A few of my childhood Radio Shack vehicles survived years of having the tar beaten out of them without a single problem. Maybe this new chassis has taken newbie-proof ruggedness into account. Either way I'm still intrigued. Can wait to check one of these out at a local Radio Shack!

So...is this powered by a handfull of AA's or something? Wait, there's a Tamiya plug. Battery pack I guess? Yeah...looks like a battery strap on the side there.

[devius1985]

It says on the Pro-Pulse site that there will be replacement parts and bearings at every point of revolution. I will definitly buy one of these.

[tmacfan4321]

I was always the same way, whenever I recieved a Toy RC when I was younger I would always either break it or try and take it apart and put it back together (Unsuccessful 99.9%), I thought to myself, "There has to be something more durable, more reliable, and most of all FASTER!"

Then a year ago I found the July 2005 issue of rcca in my grocery store. There was no looking back from there, I searched and searched until I found some stuff. For about a 6 month period I didn't know anybody who shared my interest, then I heard one kid talking about his rc plane and I asked him if he was into cars.

It turns out that his mom just got him a T- Maxx for his birthday, he then told me about the track that he goes to sometimes. We ended up going to the track, TONS of fun, so awesome. Now here I am today fully into the hobby.

[ErikRC10]

man I want one. I've always wanted a RC18B but the price is scary (I could by a new 1/10th scale pan car for the same price, which will be my next car). Depending on the price I might get one pretty soon, and I wonder if it comes with the battery and charger like the RC18 series, if it does that would make it even better. I also like that it has oil filled shocks and bearings and all that stuff. Prolly the only thing that would turn me away from it is if they don't have parts support.

[Superdood]

aluminum or stock oil-filled shocks, titanium turnbuckles and Servo saver kit, twin motor conversion kit, high-speed motor kit, a dozen different tire and rim options. Oh joy!
Twin motors. I wanna get a price now. maybe i could finally get into minis

[rael]

I don't know if it was the exact same model or company, but there was an ad on TV last night with cars that looked very similar. It wasn't a RadioShack ad, it was Toys R Us. They showed a buggy and truck bouncing around on the dirt. The even mentioned being able to change the wheels.

Did anyone else see the ad? I don't remember what I was watching at the time.

[Superdood]

Oh, I actually did see the ad. But it wasnt for these cars. The cars they showcased were really cheesy. And where obviously less quality than these little propulse cars.

[redbarton]

Hmm? Very interesting...Just might have to pick one of these (buggy!) up if the price is right. I think mini's are good and all, but haven't seen any reason to get one yet since you can buy 1/10 scale vehicles for the same price or less. Hopefully parts support is good too. I'm definitely digging on the twin motor option and FM radio. This could be a good candidate for my 2 yr. old "Son's" Christmas present. Har, har...

[rael]

Oh, I actually did see the ad. But it wasnt for these cars. The cars they showcased were really cheesy. And where obviously less quality than these little propulse cars.

I was in Toys R Us this weekend and you are correct. The toys r us ones are different and much cheaper than these propulse cars.

[ZiGBiGDoG]

R/C quality??? How much quality???

[GT Freak]

its bad when RS doent even know ANYTHING about these..and we do..LOLOL

[The_Mini_Me]

RS doent even know ANYTHING

When in recent history have they known anything other than trying to sell you a cell phone plan? :P

[GT Freak]

Roflmao

[maxxmustang]

I was always the same way, whenever I recieved a Toy RC when I was younger I would always either break it or try and take it apart and put it back together (Unsuccessful 99.9%), I thought to myself, "There has to be something more durable, more reliable, and most of all FASTER!"

Then a year ago I found the July 2005 issue of rcca in my grocery store. There was no looking back from there, I searched and searched until I found some stuff. For about a 6 month period I didn't know anybody who shared my interest, then I heard one kid talking about his rc plane and I asked him if he was into cars.

It turns out that his mom just got him a T- Maxx for his birthday, he then told me about the track that he goes to sometimes. We ended up going to the track, TONS of fun, so awesome. Now here I am today fully into the hobby.

Same story here! except the part where i managed to get mine back together :p this whole thing is definatly a step forward for the hobby but im not so sure these cars themselves will have too much influence, i mean not too many kids these days shop at radioshack. but if hasbro and radioshack are doing it im sure others are soon to follow, like new bright, they always made a good toy car(had lk 3 othem), or nikko or tyco, that would get it going. the only problem i see is support

[z-man280]

I think support WONT be a problem....look at X-mods. RS sold a boat load of them, and they had all the hop-ups right in house. I am guessing you can buy these in the same manner,...wheels/tires, turnbuckles in one blister pack, shocks in another, motors/gears. ect. in another. By the time these come out, there will be a full website dedicated to them, i can see it already.

[zeek_RC]

Wow, that is pretty awesome. Like everyone else already said, this will help our hobby alot!

hmmmm.....I wonder how many parts off the RC18 will be compatable with the truck?

That thing is all mine!!

[trailranger]

In talking with friends a few years ago, that If Radio Shack would have came out with a 1/18 RTR with upgrades rather than the 1/24 they would be killing the market.

Even though they are late in the 1/18 market they will still do some good.
How many grandparents shop at RS for Christmas vs. LHS. The next step RS could do is to bring in a 1/18 touring or pan car and offer parking lot races. Then they should stop there....anymore and they become a pesudo LHS and people might over look going to a LHS for the real bad boys of speed.


I still predict that 1/18 and 1/12 will over take in indoor racing in 5 years. Why, with more than 50% of the world living inside a city with public transit eventually P/T will become the means of travel. A 1/18 car and pit equipement can fit in a bookbag...1/10 sedan? maybe just the car and radio. Which means you don't need a real car to drive a toy car at the track.

[ElectricThunder]

If these are cheap, then I'll definitely get one for when I go off to college.:D

[shadowghost1]

I went to three Radio Shacks in my town to ask about these cars but none of the salesmen knew anything about them. We were able to find a new ad laying on the desk and they were in it, but it says they wont be available until December. The skew # given in the ad were dummy skews so they are not yet in their system.

[racersnow2]

i am in line for them, anyone see a price listed yet?

[Natedog]

Wow...if that isn't the most pathetic copy of an associated rc18t/b, then I certainly don't know what is.

Looks similiar, but better...gear cover and all is already there! Maybe the diffs are more durable too! :D Good for Radio Shack...they're working on gettin better!

...If Radio Shack would have came out with a 1/18 RTR with upgrades rather than the 1/24 they would be killing the market...

They should improve their 1/24 (X-Mods) too...this is good for the hobby and I like the 1/24th scale all the way up to 1:1.

[SS Pede]

If these are cheap, then I'll definitely get one for when I go off to college.:D
Why stop at 1/18 scale? You can fit 1/10 gear in your dorm room if you're creative! :D Hint: It involves one of those low, wide "under-bed" plastic boxes. These little ones are tempting though. :)

[The_Mini_Me]

Just learned the price is around 150. Not such a good deal anymore for entry level. While as a hobby grade with competition, it would have to be that much better than current offerings. Consider especially since the parts will only be available at the shack and without a good support team a hobby shop can provide if something goes wrong.

[Natedog]

Just learned the price is around 150. Not such a good deal anymore for entry level. While as a hobby grade with competition, it would have to be that much better than current offerings. Consider especially since the parts will only be available at the shack and without a good support team a hobby shop can provide if something goes wrong.

You can find a Radio Shack on just about every other corner. That should make replacement parts easy to find.

[The_Mini_Me]

Not at the track though.

[CARTRANCE17542]

u can find one on ebay for 100

[slink]

Just learned the price is around 150. Not such a good deal anymore for entry level. While as a hobby grade with competition, it would have to be that much better than current offerings. Consider especially since the parts will only be available at the shack and without a good support team a hobby shop can provide if something goes wrong.


If you are correct on price...I just changed my mind about getting one.The AE 18's are 160 at my LHS.

[The_Mini_Me]

u can find one on ebay for 100

Where?

[ElectricThunder]

Why stop at 1/18 scale? You can fit 1/10 gear in your dorm room if you're creative! :D Hint: It involves one of those low, wide "under-bed" plastic boxes. These little ones are tempting though. :)
Because I'll have tons of other crap to cart a few hundred miles away...:D If I take my car, no way in hell will I have room for 1/10 stuff.


Forgot to mention, as this kinda relates to these things and kinda does not....anyone see the 1/24th (maybe 1/28th...around that ball park ya know?) scale Iwaver 4wd buggy and monster truck coming out? Schweet...

[Mini-T Master]

They should improve their 1/24 (X-Mods) too...this is good for the hobby and I like the 1/24th scale all the way up to 1:1.
just to note, the xmods are 1/28 scale, not 1/24, just a reminder as saying i own one. :teacher:

[zeek_RC]

I went to my local radioshack and asked about these. The guy working new all about them and was excited to be getting something like this in. He obviously was into hobby grade RC because he knew all about brushless and talking about getting his truck up to 50mph. He said they were going to run around $100 bucks. I thought this was alittle much, as did he. But I am supposed to call him back because he might get a shipment in next thursday! I can't wait!

[smilinjohn]

A 1/18 car and pit equipement can fit in a bookbag...

:teacher: Yes and no my RC18mt and radio can, there ain't no way my pit gear will though. :rolleyes:

Which means you don't need a real car to drive a toy car at the track.

:cool: As long as your pit box is a fishing tackle box (which is perfect for 1/18th) the bus is cheaper than owning a real car and you ain't got to worry about parking, it frees up more space in the lot for a bigger track :D

Now on topic of the pro pulse, it's a knock off of the AE 1/18th line. A good platform that AE one in my opinion. I own 2 of them, I'll be checking out the RS rig just out of curiosity but IF it's $100 my son will inherit an AE.

[racersnow2]

I bet they start out around 100 bucks till after christmas, then start dropping price, look at the ricky carmical bike, Local rs had them for 50.00 on clearance. I wonder how many parts from the AE are going to be a direct or direct after dremel fit

[The_Mini_Me]

As long as your pit box is a fishing tackle box (which is perfect for 1/18th) the bus is cheaper than owning a real car and you ain't got to worry about parking, it frees up more space in the lot for a bigger track

Unless it takes a 1 1/2 hours with multiple transfers to get to any of the shops with tracks.. *Grumble Grumble*

Anyhoo, someone else has confirmed that it is 150 on rcuniverse.

[tonyt]

WOW. What a rip off. Can't radioshack think up something original for once?

I'd slap the guy who thought this up with the back of my hand 'cause he doesn't deserve the front. :p

Tony T.

[smilinjohn]

:huh: For $10 or $20 more I can get an RC18 platform (choose any) with tons of aftermarket parts, and support with a reliable company. RS has been closing stores left and right where I live I may go look but buying will be a totally diffrent thing! :wave:

[total_psycho]

Ok first off the skus in the ad are corect and the price is $149.99 for both and how do i know i work for radio shack the skus are not up on the web site as of right now but they are in our computer system at the stores also with radio shack shuting stores down we closed about 700 stores out of over 7,000 and we also opened over 500 new stores in better locations

[smilinjohn]

Still $150 ($149.99) that's a far stretch unless RS is planning to start suporting hobby grade RC. I know from reading the busness news that RS is restructering their holdings, they hired a new CEO (the same guy that saved K-Mart from chapter 13) they do need somthing to breath new life into their dispairing company hope it works.

[arceight]

rc18 $144.99 at ultimate hobbies.

[smilinjohn]

rc18 $144.99 at ultimate hobbies.

Score :p Now that's a deal, that's why I'm setting up a pay-pal account so I can shop on line and get it cheaper even if I do have to wait a few days :wave:

[Kden46]

Yah does'nt look as good at $149.

The lhs here has the rc18t for $145 to.

[lordraptor1]

let me post5 my $.02 this is the same thing with the xmod, it closely resembled a kyosho mini-z, however there are people who classified the xmod as a toy and not hobbygrade, however the mini-z they classified as hobbygrade. i was just wondering what was the difference, is it because no one raced them with the min-z or was it because it was not built by a "name" in the hobby industry and will we see the same thing with these new rat shack cars? i hope not i would love to radioshack start making a larger scale as well and start competing with the "name" brand manufacturers, however if the tracks do not allow these cars to race in their events with mini-z for example, i feel that they will end up like the xmod did in my area and be considered just a toy no matter if it is upgradable and does have oil shocks. only time will tell

[tonyt]

......bump........

Tony T.

[evst 360]

......bump........

Tony T.
Is bumping allowed?

[ChuckDeez]

I saw the propulse at my nearest RS store. Its on sale at $139.99 for christmas I suppose.

[syxxstring]

I'd be really surprised if it doesnt turn out that Thunder Tiger makes these for Radio Shack.

[kylelucas]

The guy at my local Shack told me that these were being made by Megatech for them. At least that is what they were told from Corporate. Take that for what it's worth.

[Kuldeep]

I see this as not so good.

By the time you buy every single upgrade to this car, you prolly spent around $400-$500. (just guessing based on prices, rounded the upgrades to about $40)

I say its worthless, get a true MiniInferno EP and out of the box the Inferno will whoop a tuned Pro-Pulse's a$$.

[SS Pede]

It's a little hard to prove that these things will be "worthless." On paper the Pro-pulse seems just fine. At least it has oil shocks and stuff. I got to poke one today and it seemed fine, though I didn't investigate too closely. We'll find out soon enough if these vehicles are worth the price. Someone just needs to get one and report back. :)

[Kuldeep]

Ok im sorry about the worthless part, ill edit that post..

Its just seems to expensive and in that cost you could get a super kick but car, that when stock, will kick the pro's butcheek lol.

Idk, maybe the prices will come down, but i just see this is something that RadioShack is going to try. I think radioshack should stay away from hobbygrade.

Dont get me wrong, i love radioshack, i have alot of xmods and zipzaps, and there excellent products from them, but since there jumping into hobbygrade, there prices are going to soar sky high and i dont think your going to get more bang for your buck.

[SS Pede]

Yeah the price is an issue. You may not get more bang for your buck at $150. So the RS vehicles must perform as well as or better than similar hobby-grade ones. This will be tough! I hope we get some reviews soon.

[bigair78]

They have updated the site. All the hop up parts are now listed. Who ever thought RS would be carrying a Brushless Motor System.

[ChuckDeez]

They have updated the site. All the hop up parts are now listed. Who ever thought RS would be carrying a Brushless Motor System.

lol! that is awesome!

[GT Freak]

links please.....

[mud 4 me]

I just went to rs today and drove on. These things are quick. I might get one for x-mas.

[SS Pede]

links please.....
http://www.propulse.com/

[novellahub]

The guy at my local Shack told me that these were being made by Megatech for them. At least that is what they were told from Corporate. Take that for what it's worth.

Looks like it in the manual as well. The refer you to the megatech website:

http://www.propulse.com/Pro-Pulse_Starter_Kit_UG.pdf

[supermario]

I wonder how much is it?
i'm considering in buying one.


it is 149.99 for it. and ya i couldn't mind taking a look at it. and taking it for test drive. :p

[tonyt]

Is bumping allowed?
No idea, and i don't really care anyway

As you can see, I'm back for the inhumane torture also known as "school" :D

Tony T.

[theshack]

Well, as my username states I have a vested interest. :)

I have a bit of history with RC but have not been active for about 15 years (due to my age I cannot remember for sure) but I thrashed a few traxxis hawks in the old days. Yes I know, nothing like the stuff you have available to you today!

That being said....

I set one of these up last saturday prior to our winter wonderland parade. Excellent response...decent run time, very good control on the asphalt (street was blocked off so spent time jumping curbs and running down the street) I ran it a full block away but turned around due to losing sight of the truck (another problem with the old age... :D ). Running it hard and non stop ... other than when I curbed out and popped the drag link... was great fun ... flipped it in a turn a block away.... was able to feather throttle and steering a put myself back on wheels from a block away.... good thing for an old man! I did break both the front and rear crash bars... once smacking the leg of the chair of a parade spectator, the other while curbing out at full throttle. (Okay... Okay... so I am not the operator I used to be! :o :o )

We have a good supply of both the trucks and buggies... hop up parts not in stock yet... but drop me an email at griff at jaydeez dot com mention this forum and we will hook you up at $130.00 for either the truck or buggy and battery including shipping to the lower 48. We are almost sold out of batteries but should have more by the end of the week. We will take credit card, paypal or money order.

[trxcrazy345]

they are 140 dollars

[evst 360]

they are 140 dollars
Employee discount :roll2: :D

[theshack]

Hmmmmmm.... maybe my math isn't it good as it could be, but coulda swore I said 130 dollars including shipping and battery 8). But I would take 140! 8) 8)

[evst 360]

Hmmmmmm.... maybe my math isn't it good as it could be, but coulda swore I said 130 dollars including shipping and battery 8). But I would take 140! 8) 8)
but you did...
We have a good supply of both the trucks and buggies... hop up parts not in stock yet... but drop me an email at griff at jaydeez dot com mention this forum and we will hook you up at $130.00 for either the truck or buggy and battery including shipping to the lower 48. We are almost sold out of batteries but should have more by the end of the week. We will take credit card, paypal or money order.

[GT Freak]

got to see one up close...it needs:
cvd's
oil shocks
different batts (or make those into one pack)
diff bumper mounting system

[SS Pede]

got to see one up close...it needs:
cvd's
oil shocks
different batts (or make those into one pack)
diff bumper mounting system

It already comes with oil shocks, does it not?

[pleaseletmeon34]

Employee discount :roll2: :D

They are $100.00......no employee discount.


http://www.radioshack.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=pro%20pulse&origkw=PRO%20PULSE


theshack,

What state are you in? Would they (you or corporate) be interested in doing more demo's??

[redbarton]

My local RS has these in stock, but not the battery packs yet. The chassis looks very similar to an RC18T. The truck body is so ugly! These have some nice features for $100 though. The separate ESC and FM receiver is a big plus. It seems the shocks are friction and not oil damped. For as teeny and cool as they are, I still can't get myself to buy a 1/18 mini when 1/10 scale vehicles are very nearly in the same price range. However, I'm sure these will fit somebody else's bill and make them happy. It will be interesting to see what kind of off the shelf parts support RS will have for these.

[dodgeguy]

got to see one up close...it needs:
cvd's
oil shocks
different batts (or make those into one pack)
diff bumper mounting system

On the RS site it states they have oil filled shocks.

[mud 4 me]

on the pro pulse site they say they have oil filled shocks.

[GT Freak]

knew they'd be going "on sale" for the holidayz....get em while ya can

[wishingfortlt1]

i got to test drive one at rs today, surprisingly nice...need to see it off-road tho

and yes, those shocks are oil filled

[bxpitbull44]

Looks like it in the manual as well. The refer you to the megatech website:

http://www.propulse.com/Pro-Pulse_Starter_Kit_UG.pdf

They are made by megatech. I know the owner of Megatech dad (he runs their Americas Hobby Center in NYC) and he showed me the prototype. They are made in China and almost didnt happen.

[wishingfortlt1]

i just bought the buggy yesterday, i have already installed GH piggyback shocks, Ti turnbuckles, losi on-road tires on RPM rims and a mamba 6800kv brushless system...man, its a real nice little car, and crazy fast with the mamba, everything seems to be holding up great so far, oh, and i shimmed the diffs, just to be sure. ill post pics today or tomorrow

[theshack]

Due to the RS sale making my offer not look so sweet sooo..., we will ship either the truck or buggy with the charger and 3 Battery packs for $130 landed anywhere in the lower 48. You must order by email and mention this site or call the phone number on our web page listed below and tell Steve you are from this site.

Vehicle, charger and three battery packs...$130

griff at jaydeez dot com

w w w dot jaydeez dot com

[GITaHobby com]

Due to the RS sale making my offer not look so sweet sooo..., we will ship either the truck or buggy with the charger and 3 Battery packs for $130 landed anywhere in the lower 48. You must order by email and mention this site or call the phone number on our web page listed below and tell Steve you are from this site.

Vehicle, charger and three battery packs...$130

griff at jaydeez dot com

w w w dot jaydeez dot com


Great! I just emailed you. I already have 2 of them.

TTYL
Jay

[GITaHobby com]

got to see one up close...it needs:
cvd's
oil shocks
different batts (or make those into one pack)
diff bumper mounting system


I have two of them already. :D

CVD's? doesn't it have them already?!

It has oil shocks!

The Battery pack is split so you can mount the smaller portion on the other side in front of the motor for balence or for room for the dual motor upgrade!

I think the bumper mounting system is great! It is made separate from the A-arm forward mount so that if one or the other breaks you can just replace the single piece! Better than waisting a bumper if you snap off an A-arm! :)

TTYL
Jay

[ElectricThunder]

I have two of them already. :D

CVD's? doesn't it have them already?!

It has oil shocks!

The Battery pack is split so you can mount the smaller portion on the other side in front of the motor for balence or for room for the dual motor upgrade!

I think the bumper mounting system is great! It is made separate from the A-arm forward mount so that if one or the other breaks you can just replace the single piece! Better than waisting a bumper if you snap off an A-arm! :)

TTYL
Jay
Dual motor upgrade you say? Hmm....it'd be costly, but dual brushless would certainly be possible then.... :D

[teamlosiisback]

Dudem I work at my local radio shack I am an assistant manager, these cars are awesome, we set up race tracks in the store and race them around with jumps and everything, I LOVE THEM, the buggy is as fast as an rc18b, I took to local offroad track a few weeks ago, and was jumping and making laps just as fast as the stock buggies and trucks

Let me know if anyone wants one, we can work with you on the price

99.99 for buggy and truck

[teamlosiisback]

i have some batteries also at the store

[GITaHobby com]

Dual motor upgrade you say? Hmm....it'd be costly, but dual brushless would certainly be possible then.... :D

Yeah! That would be the ultimate overkill!!!!!!!!!! Think 100+ mph!!!? I bet the bearings would melt down!

Hint: Check out my site...my user name!

TTYL
Jay

[one85_db]

I read just the other day that the shocks are the oil fill type shocks however they do not come with oil in them, it is an upgrade... I also read 6 channel options of 27mhz.

If you read the faq on the pro-pulse website one of the questions is "My shocks are bouncy. How do I fix them?". The answer it gives is to add oil.

Also it says in the manual "If your vehicle bounces too much, you may need to add oil (not included) to the shocks."
http://www.propulse.com/Pro-Pulse_Starter_Kit_UG.pdf
manual page 15 bottom right.

[kikcaffine]

I dont know if it was mentioned but they have a brushless motor upgrade for 119.99. Now im not entirelly up on the current market price of the mamba but that seems really really cheap for a b/l set up

[davo798]

I dont know if it was mentioned but they have a brushless motor upgrade for 119.99. Now im not entirelly up on the current market price of the mamba but that seems really really cheap for a b/l set up

about 15-20 $'s cheeper than mamba

[E_Blow]

First off I'll start by saying I work at a RS store up here in Maine... I just got my ProT100 (truck) in the mail today, I had to "Direct2u" order it because at the time they hadn't been shipped to our region... well back to the vehicles... so far at the store the biggest thing with these things that we've had a problem with is the bumpers snapping, that could quite possibly be a mix between the 30 degree weather freezing the plastic and driving 20MPH into a curb and jumping four feet into the air doing a back flip :p I just got mine today in the mail and have my battery on the charger, minor complaint myself there, 10-hour slow charger that comes with the battery pack. I've already set my ride height... (Note here: if you set ride height to the max and stiffen the suspension as much as allowed with the suspension clips that come with the vehicle, you will run into a problem with axles rubbing on universal joints and eventually snapping) Along with this, I have locked my differential, which I think is a cool feature (being able to loosen differentials as much as you want or tighten them as much as you'd like) I'm going to throw some gear lube in my shock towers tomarow just to stiffen up my suspension. Overall my opinion in go with the Buggy, they both have the same speed and acceleration, however the Buggy does jump better than the Truck and is a little better for flat ground, The Truck's tires give it reat handling all around, and give it a bit of an advantage to the Buggy offroad.
I know right now both the Truck and Buggy are on sale for $99.99 untill the 24'th when they'll go back up to $150.00

[slotracer]

Does the radio have the same adjustments as the 18t radio?
Does it have ball diff's?
What foam tires will fit?
Will 18t battery packs fit?

[tonyt]

in a few words: probably not.

Tony T.

[slotracer]

Well Tony, I found out that the radio has the same adjustments, it does have ball diffs, and the 18t packs will fit. The 18t diffs will also fit.

[shadowghost1]

I have ran one of these and my opinion....... it should stay around $99.00, there is no way these should be 150 bones.

[slotracer]

The regular price is now $99.00.

[dasbeermeister]

The propulse is a rc18t clone and a good one at that. other than the crappy steering servo the buggy/truck is great for its price. its actually made by megatech which is a little scary. i draged mine to the local hobbytown usa and it looks like most AC and 1/18 generic hop-up parts, bodies and batteries will fit the thing.

[mad419iou1]

The propulse is a rc18t clone and a good one at that. other than the crappy steering servo the buggy/truck is great for its price. its actually made by megatech which is a little scary. i draged mine to the local hobbytown usa and it looks like most AC and 1/18 generic hop-up parts, bodies and batteries will fit the thing.

You are correct sir!! It is ALMOST an EXACT clone of the Associated and MOST but not all of the parts are compatible. Actually some of the Pro-Pulse design is BETTER than the Associated like the diff outdrives for example. Pull up the expleded views of both cars and you will see the similarities between the 2.

Mike

[A Main Racer]

I saw RS also has an aluminum upgrade kit for it. Its like $129 but I cant tell you what all it comes with. They have tons of upgrades for it. I think I am gonna get one just to beat people with a radio shack RC car. I am thinking, Carbon fiber Driveshaft, Titanium turnbuckles, 1400 mAh battery, High speed motor (or a Mamba), and some aluminum wheels.

[A Main Racer]

I bought one and the radio gear is nice. The plastic on it seems a little brittle and I broke the rear bumper the first time I drove it. (first 2 seconds)
I am kinda scared to wreck it now. I think it is a good deal for the price but an RC18 is prolly alot more durable.

[kikcaffine]

Its 28 dollars for new suspension arms and shocktowers. Its freaking expensive.

[A Main Racer]

I drove the crap outa it today. It is actually pretty durable. My freind bought one and it is his first ever RC car. He hit curbs head on and ran into a stop sign. It held up pretty good. I think I am gonna get a better motor for it. He bought the high speed motor kit and we cant tell much between the 2.
I wonder what aftermarket RC18T parts will work on it?
Anyone have an RC18 and some calipers? PM me and we can do some comparing. Either that or is there any place that has some measurements?

[HYDROMAXXX]

about 15-20 $'s cheeper than mamba
I just installed a mamba CM2068 combo which includes speed control and a brushless motor in my Pro B100. I got it for $109.00 and a 3-cell 11.1 volt LiPo which was recomended. Everything else is bone stock. Knowing that this mod alone was going to make some serious speed, I also bought a Bushnell radar speed gun. I clocked my Pro-B at 53 mph on the first pass but could'nt get the stock tires to stick so I swapped it out for some foamies that swap itself got me 62 mph that's when I noticed something sounded seriously wrong. I brought it back to my shop opened it up and found my rear differential gears totally stripped. I checked on-line for parts but can't find any replacement parts. This sucks!! If anyone out there's thinking about going brushless I'd have to say wait untill they come out with a whole line of replacement and up-graded parts. I'll probablt have to go back to Radio Shack and purchase another buggy just for Parts. :(

[Marv829]

Are all of the gears plastic? Are the dog bones plastic?

[A Main Racer]

Yes and Yes. Same as the RC18t RTR.

[GT Freak]

found u need to buy the battery charger and pack for it, since it doesnt come with one. but thinking about getting one!

[A Main Racer]

I would suggest buying an RC18t RTR. It comes out to about the same price once you buy the battery and charger. The RC18 is alot more durable.

[masterchief06]

I would suggest buying an RC18t RTR. It comes out to about the same price once you buy the battery and charger. The RC18 is alot more durable.

I disagree that the rc18t is "more durable". I worked at a Radioshack for two years during high school and on my college's Winter Break, and even in some hand-freezing temperatures and driving the truck AND buggy(I drove both) up and down and off of the sidewalk and into the parking lot area, I broke ONE thing- the front shock tower. And surprisingly enough, I broke that when I drove up under a display unit in the store demonstrating its speed for a customer. I use to draw crowds because I would drive them right up under the rear axle of passing cars and would even drive them about 60 yards away to the grocery store and scare people and their shopping carts. So, for wheelchair ramps, speed bumps, and jumping off of curbs, these little things are BEASTS. They are also faster in stock trim than the rc18t.

Mike

[A Main Racer]

I own both and one of my friends does also. We can both speak from personal experience. He has stripped out the gears in his propulse. And since mine had the motor bearings go out, we combined the 2 to make 1 good one. We dont drive it cause if we break something we may or may not be able to buy parts for it. And the parts that are available are expensive.
As for the T-100 being faster, they are almost exactly the same. Besides, upgrades for the RC18 are cheaper than radio shacks stock replacements. Oh and the high speed motor they sell is a joke. When I raced his with my stock motor we couldnt tell the difference.
I am not knocking radio shack. I just wish I wouldnt have went in there and spent almost $200. When I could have had an RC18 for less.
"Buy cheap, Buy twice"

[dude7422]

I own both and one of my friends does also. We can both speak from personal experience. He has stripped out the gears in his propulse. And since mine had the motor bearings go out, we combined the 2 to make 1 good one. We dont drive it cause if we break something we may or may not be able to buy parts for it. And the parts that are available are expensive.
As for the T-100 being faster, they are almost exactly the same. Besides, upgrades for the RC18 are cheaper than radio shacks stock replacements. Oh and the high speed motor they sell is a joke. When I raced his with my stock motor we couldnt tell the difference.
I am not knocking radio shack. I just wish I wouldnt have went in there and spent almost $200. When I could have had an RC18 for less.
"Buy cheap, Buy twice"
ONE MORE NOOB that is why not everyone buys cheap rc cars no parts

[maxxmustang]

darn and i thought this thread had died...o well. saw these in radioshack the otherday and messed with one. they are CRAP!

[A Main Racer]

ONE MORE NOOB that is why not everyone buys cheap rc cars no parts
You might be 40 years old but that does not mean everyone else is a Noob. I have raced every form of RC car known. I bought the Radio Shack car cause I wanted a challenge. The challenge being to go and beat all the associated cars with it at the track. The fact is it wont stay together long enough to get around the track.

BTW, your the NOOB Mr. 17 posts.

[ErikRC10]

Hey I just found a place that sells parts. www.atomicmods.com They don't have much now but I think they will get more parts in later, and for all 4 A arms it's only $11. I'm sure they will have some aluminum parts and other things for them after a while also.

[dsze]

Man, people here are rugged. So many Radio Shack haters. :)

Anyway, I used to fly airplanes and just recently got into boats & cars a little bit. I just wanted something quick to drive around the neighborhood with and relax a little. So, I scooped up one of these Pro-pulse T-100's. ...have to say I've had a blast with it so far. I've broken one front shock tower and bent another one. Now, I've got the aluminum ones on. I drive it pretty hard.

I don't have anything else to compare it to, but its been fun so far...exactly what I wanted.

[A Main Racer]

I am not a RS hater. Notice I was defending them on here at first. Then I got an RC18 and saw the light. As much as I would want the radio shack version to be popular, Its just not as good as the RC18t. If you are just a beginner it is great. But if you have graduated to the point of reading this forum, its prolly better to get an RC18.

[Davey G]

I am curious to see how they perform in the next couple weeks at the 18th scale nats hosted by RC MADNESS. Radio Shack got a hold of the winningest 18th scale team (TEAM SCREAM) and is sponsoring ALL of there drivers to run these vehicles at this national event. Only time will tell!!

[A Main Racer]

It would be sweet if RS took home the trophy.

[DBerry]

I am curious to see how they perform in the next couple weeks at the 18th scale nats hosted by RC MADNESS. Radio Shack got a hold of the winningest 18th scale team (TEAM SCREAM) and is sponsoring ALL of there drivers to run these vehicles at this national event. Only time will tell!!

Not all of their drivers. Zack Barry of Team Scream and a 2 time 1/18 National Champion is not running one of them. He is sponsored by X-Ray.

And, Radio Shack, from what I have been told, is NOT sponsoring them. MegaTech, the company that makes the car for for Radio Shack is sponsoring them.

[Davey G]

Is this public knowledge regarding who is making the car for radio shack, I highly doubt that both parties, are in favor of this being displayed on a public forum.

Whatever the case may be....only time will tell regarding performance of these vehicles at a national event, that was my only point.

Not all of their drivers. Zack Barry of Team Scream and a 2 time 1/18 National Champion is not running one of them. He is sponsored by X-Ray.

And, Radio Shack, from what I have been told, is NOT sponsoring them. MegaTech, the company that makes the car for for Radio Shack is sponsoring them.

[DBerry]

Is this public knowledge regarding who is making the car for radio shack, I highly doubt that both parties, are in favor of this being displayed on a public forum.

Whatever the case may be....only time will tell regarding performance of these vehicles at a national event, that was my only point.

When you buy the vehicle the email address for help ends with @megatech.com so...... :)

[Davey G]

Well there you go Mr Berry! :teacher:

:) :o :D ;) :p :cool: :rolleyes: :roll2:

[bad andy]

I saw the Megatech cars at the WRAM show in NY. I have yet to see the radio shack jobbies in real life - but looking at the pics, they appear damn similar.

[JCTSR]

Hey Everyone

Well the 2007 Indoor Off Road Nationals have come and gone. Once again Team Scream Racing took home 36 pieces of hardware proving that POWER IS EVERYTHING!!! Our Tuned Micro Motors and Matched IB1400's gave us plenty of what we needed all weekend.

Most of the team also ran the Tekin B1R and I can say it was the smoothest speedo I have ever ran in a micro car. It had tons of rip great breaking and smoothness throught the weekend. This speedo will be a must if your racing in any micro class.

The Buggies and Trucks that handled every bit of power we put through them were the Pro Pulse Chassis. These proved to be a head turner at this race and judging by the results below, for a long time to come. Check out the results

A MAINS

4WD MOD
ZACK BARRY 2ND TEKIN BIR
MIKE WILDER 4TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN B1R
JOHN CRAVOTTA 6TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR
CARL SMART 10TH

4WD BRUSHLESS
ZACK BARRY 5TH
DILLION SPINELLI 6TH
MARK SMYKA 7TH
MIKE WILDER 8TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS)
CARL SMART 10TH

4WD STOCK
ZACK BARRY 3RD TEKIN BIR
TONY PRIOLO 4TH

4WD OPEN BUGGY
RICH DIPAOLO 7TH
TONY PRIOLO 8TH
DAVE GAGE 10TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR

4WD MINI MONSTER
ZACK BARRY TQ 1ST TEKIN BIR
TONY PRIOLO 5TH

4WD BUGGY SPEC
TONY PRIOLO 2ND
GREG VOGEL 3RD
MATT JOHNSON 10TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS)

2WD MOD
RON SPINELLI 3RD
MARK SMYKA TQ 4TH TEKIN BIR
JOHN CRAVOTTA 5TH TEKIN BIR
MATT JOHNSON 6TH TEKIN BIR
DAVE GAGE 9TH TEKIN BIR
JACK TYBINKOWSKI 11TH TEKIN BIR

2WD STOCK
MARK SMYKA TQ 2ND TEKIN BIR
CHRIS PROCTOR 3RD TEKIN BIR
RON SPINELLI 4TH
JACK TYBINKOWSKI 5TH TEKIN BIR

B MAINS

4WD BRUSHLESS
CARISSA FIGELSKI 2ND
JOHN CRAVOTTA 3RD (MEGATECH CHASSIS)
TONY PRIOLO 5TH
DAVE GAGE 6TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS)

4WD MOD
TONY PRIOLO 2ND
DREW ANASTASIO 5TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS)
ANDY CORDISCO 6TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR
JOHN BALLATO 10TH BQ (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR

4WD OPEN BUGGY
MATT JOHNSON 1ST "LAPS THE FILED" (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR
JACK TYBINKOWSKI 7TH (MEGATECH CHASSIS) TEKIN BIR

We all had a great time and can not wait for next year.

[kennethg089]

the rigs cost $99.99 and you can get the upgrades at www.propulse.com

[Nitro 4 me]

the rigs cost $99.99 and you can get the upgrades at www.propulse.com

sorry but that's old news

[ElectricThunder]

It looks like megatech, the makers of these things, is going to sell them under their own name now (check towerhobbies). They're also (last time I checked) out of stock at radioshack's site too.

[cheerwhiner]

yeah my LHS has them for $20 LESS than radioshack!! And they are in the same mall too LOL