Post your RC Addicts Anonymous war story here!!

[JERRY2KONE]

yea linc admitting that you have a problem is the first step to recovery. Of course you have to want to recover. We all have our issues to deal with for sure linc, and none of us is perfect. I think alot of us in here have our own social issues, because we are somewhat anti-social in some way hiding from the rest of the world in our R/C shops, or we would not be into R/C and talking with people through a forum. Don't you think?? Just from some of the conversations that we have in this place lends me to believe that there are some pretty cool souls in here. All in all I think that the RCM gang is a pretty nice bunch of guys, and MIKE is the somewhat GOD of our communications.

Originally Posted by lincpimp

Hehe, I have one vice, and that is trying to push my luck as far as I can... I am pretty good at it, but I tend to get carried away sometimes, that is when the fun (problems) start. I am a decent wordsmith and make my living talking myself up and making people like/trust me. Not really sure if i am a decent guy, or just full of shit (honestly, I have thought about it). I just feel like a complex contadiction, I like people, yet love to be by myself while working. I listen to loud music, but like dead silence when I work. I can focus for hours, yet most conversation bores me in seconds. I guess I am selfish, shallow, and an elitist... But at least I have decent manners (thanks mom and dad) and try to make people laugh, even at my own expense (self-depreciating humor is easy). I do tend to over think things though...

Anyway, we have a great group here and we all enjoy spending money and building stuff! Can't go wrong with that!

[_paralyzed_]

Originally Posted by lincpimp

Hehe, I have one vice, and that is trying to push my luck as far as I can... I am pretty good at it, but I tend to get carried away sometimes, that is when the fun (problems) start. I am a decent wordsmith and make my living talking myself up and making people like/trust me. Not really sure if i am a decent guy, or just full of shit (honestly, I have thought about it). I just feel like a complex contadiction, I like people, yet love to be by myself while working. I listen to loud music, but like dead silence when I work. I can focus for hours, yet most conversation bores me in seconds. I guess I am selfish, shallow, and an elitist... But at least I have decent manners (thanks mom and dad) and try to make people laugh, even at my own expense (self-depreciating humor is easy). I do tend to over think things though...

Anyway, we have a great group here and we all enjoy spending money and building stuff! Can't go wrong with that!

sounds kinda like me. I had to take a psychiatric evaluation and they found I had traits of an anti-social personality disorder, and that my relationships were superficial. But I'll go with elitist

[bruce750i]

Originally Posted by Ryu James

Hi,
and when the wife comes out in the garage and says "honey, i am going to bed" with a wink and a sweetness in her voice, i just grunt and keep twisting that damn hex driver.

I too have done this. The high school horn-dog in me of the past, should of slapped the piss out of me.

It all started with a revo 2.5. Then I picked up a mini-t dropped too much money on "wild" brushed motors ha, ha yeah right. Then I went lipo/mamba-25/6900kv wow, shelved the nitro revo and never considered buying nitro again. Sometimes when the R/C fever is real bad I wouldn't stop to eat if it wasn't for my family interfering with their normal eating habits

[Ryu James]

i must say also, speaking of addictions, that my wife actually loves my RC addiction because it is the one thing that has really helped keep me clear of my expensive painpill and h addiction. no lie. was reluctant to share that but since we're getting honest....RC has been a godsend...and in all reality i am probably saving money over what i was buying before. you know, RC can kinda attract a wild crowd. i guess guys that like to build crap also like to self destruct but i saw on one guys avatar a quote that said something like "get addicted to RC, not drugs." great advice. take it from us old-timers you younguns out there. stick to the RC and you'll be alright.

now this really has become like an AA meeting.

[lincpimp]

Originally Posted by Ryu James

i must say also, speaking of addictions, that my wife actually loves my RC addiction because it is the one thing that has really helped keep me clear of my expensive painpill and h addiction. no lie. was reluctant to share that but since we're getting honest....RC has been a godsend...and in all reality i am probably saving money over what i was buying before. you know, RC can kinda attract a wild crowd. i guess guys that like to build crap also like to self destruct but i saw on one guys avatar a quote that said something like "get addicted to RC, not drugs." great advice. take it from us old-timers you younguns out there. stick to the RC and you'll be alright.

now this really has become like an AA meeting.

I have a buddy that I met thru the LHS and he does RC now instead of drugs and alcohol. Great guy, just got mixed up with the wrong crowd when he was younger and is paying for it now. He is a great welder and fabricator, but has to keep clean or he will be back in jail.

And you do end up with something of value when you are finished. RC is a great hobby, much better than quilting...

[JThiessen]

Originally Posted by Ryu James

now this really has become like an AA meeting.

Boy, I think I'm in trouble. I too started not drinking "much" and using that so called savings to fund my new addiction. Then I cut back on smoking to help fund the new addiction. A year later, I find myself always in the garage, after stopping at the liquor store on the way home which just happens to be right beside the smoke shop......Wife....what wife....oh, yeah, She's the one that has the smokes I steal when I run out....

[bruce750i]

At least with an r/c addiction you end up with something of value. Instead of snorting, smoking or shooting it into your body.

[TDC57]

I like this thread, I can’t believe I'm missed it before:

(Life blunders!)
• Biggest blunder was getting married! (Hands down)
• Next was not pushing her to get a job (I'm still paying for this one)
• Having joint bank accounts (what the hell was I thinking?)
• Smoking!, not the herb (It’s legal in ca) but the cigarettes!.. a disgusting habit!..


(Biggest 08 blunder)

Hi my name is TDC and I’ve got an addiction!.. an RC addition. Please help me!..

I can kick my self in the ass for spending upwards of $15K on RC stuff in 08!..


Lesson learned!.. Not going to happen again..Nope..

[E-Revonut]

Well I bought my first hobby grade RC 1/2/07, a T-Maxx 2.5R it was fun but handled like crap, upgraded to a Revo 3.3 a few months later. Had tons of fun but hated that when I only had 20-30 minutes I couldn't play cause I never knew if the damn thing would start! Last year, just before Christmas I was buying a glow plug at the LHS and seen an RC18t, decided it'd make a great X-mas present for myself that I could play with anytime. That's where it went downhill! I started looking into upgrades and bought a Mamba25/5400kv combo. While looking for more stuff I came across conversions for the REVO. I knew this would be cool, an awesome handling MT that I can plug batteries into and go whenever I had a few minutes. I wound up getting a GorrilaMaxx G2R chassis, Novak HV 4.5 system, and some NiMh. Since I have had a E-MAXX (3905), VXL Rustler, CX2 heli, E-REVO, CRT.5, mini slider, mini late model, 1/10 slider, micro desert truck, MCX heli, CP+ heli, waiting on a new CX2 heli to arrive, and a whole slew of chargers, Lipos, and a DX3R radio! All said and done prolly in the neighborhood of $5k in '08 with the biggest expense being my E-REVO( truck-$450, MMM-$180, Tekno neu $270, Beadlocks, badlands and 17mm adapters-$120 Lipos-$200, Hyperion duo-$240, DX3R $300).

Some of my friends and family think I'm crazy but everyone spends their money differently. Some of my friends and family are heavy drinkers and some smoke some herb, at the end of the night they have nothing. I don't smoke anything and never have, I rarely even finish a 6 pack in a weekend, but I spend a shitload on RC!!! At least I have something cool to show for it, generally keeps me out of trouble, and I have made some new friends.

[Ryu James]

Originally Posted by E-Revonut

Well I bought my first hobby grade RC 1/2/07, a T-Maxx 2.5R it was fun but handled like crap, upgraded to a Revo 3.3 a few months later. Had tons of fun but hated that when I only had 20-30 minutes I couldn't play cause I never knew if the damn thing would start! Last year, just before Christmas I was buying a glow plug at the LHS and seen an RC18t, decided it'd make a great X-mas present for myself that I could play with anytime. That's where it went downhill! I started looking into upgrades and bought a Mamba25/5400kv combo. While looking for more stuff I came across conversions for the REVO. I knew this would be cool, an awesome handling MT that I can plug batteries into and go whenever I had a few minutes. I wound up getting a GorrilaMaxx G2R chassis, Novak HV 4.5 system, and some NiMh. Since I have had a E-MAXX (3905), VXL Rustler, CX2 heli, E-REVO, CRT.5, mini slider, mini late model, 1/10 slider, micro desert truck, MCX heli, CP+ heli, waiting on a new CX2 heli to arrive, and a whole slew of chargers, Lipos, and a DX3R radio! All said and done prolly in the neighborhood of $5k in '08 with the biggest expense being my E-REVO( truck-$450, MMM-$180, Tekno neu $270, Beadlocks, badlands and 17mm adapters-$120 Lipos-$200, Hyperion duo-$240, DX3R $300).

Some of my friends and family think I'm crazy but everyone spends their money differently. Some of my friends and family are heavy drinkers and some smoke some herb, at the end of the night they have nothing. I don't smoke anything and never have, I rarely even finish a 6 pack in a weekend, but I spend a shitload on RC!!! At least I have something cool to show for it, generally keeps me out of trouble, and I have made some new friends.

Revonut,
great point about making new friends. I have made so many cool new friends due to the hobby. I have even met up with guys i have met here on RCM and we went out and shredded the local golf course with my 8t and his eRevo. seriously, RCers are damn cool people and i love that we all share a common interest that brings us together regardless of class, race, creed, or background. Its great to get to know everyone on RCM!!!
For example, Danny from Tekno is someone who has been way cool. In the spring i hope to fly out to SD and go spend some time with the Tekno guys at ARC Raceway while i take out samples of my upcoming energy drink Fighting Cock Energy Drink. btw, i really want to find a way to sponsor as many RC events/drivers as i can. Move over Rockstar and Monster, Fighting Cock is coming to town. Should be on shelves in early spring. ps. although i am not a drinker anymore Fighting Cock makes the best COCKtails. its in the name!
patent pending. all images and titles are pending registered trademarks of Fighting Cock Energy, LLC

[lutach]

Originally Posted by Ryu James

Revonut,
great point about making new friends. I have made so many cool new friends due to the hobby. I have even met up with guys i have met here on RCM and we went out and shredded the local golf course with my 8t and his eRevo. seriously, RCers are damn cool people and i love that we all share a common interest that brings us together regardless of class, race, creed, or background. Its great to get to know everyone on RCM!!!
For example, Danny from Tekno is someone who has been way cool. In the spring i hope to fly out to SD and go spend some time with the Tekno guys at ARC Raceway while i take out samples of my upcoming energy drink Fighting Cock Energy Drink. btw, i really want to find a way to sponsor as many RC events/drivers as i can. Move over Rockstar and Monster, Fighting Cock is coming to town. Should be on shelves in early spring. ps. although i am not a drinker anymore Fighting Cock makes the best COCKtails. its in the name!
patent pending. all images and titles are pending registered trademarks of Fighting Cock Energy, LLC

Me being from Brasil and having Fighting Cocks myself, I see one thing missing in the picture(s). The Cock's weapons, where are the spurs? I used to have a metal spur cover for my Cocks. BTW the best fighting cocks were half the size of the Roosters and they kicked butt for sure. SOrry to keep this going, but I like it lol.

[Ryu James]

lutach,
thats awesome you have real fighting cocks. its illegal in the states. can you send me any pics of cocks with their spurs on? i am not super familiar with the sport other than little research done with the energy drink. i knew they used spurs but havent seen them before.
i really hope it works out. i have alot put into this. i think that people just laugh and cant help smile when they see it. its contagious. most people have just wanted to try because they love the name. then they're hooked.....due to the high levels of cocaine in it...j/k. lol. but it does taste great. has 120mg of caffeine per 8oz, gaurana, b6, b12, taurine, the usual. might be a while before its avail in brazil but pm me your address and i will send you some samples when i can.

[lutach]

Originally Posted by Ryu James

lutach,
thats awesome you have real fighting cocks. its illegal in the states. can you send me any pics of cocks with their spurs on? i am not super familiar with the sport other than little research done with the energy drink. i knew they used spurs but havent seen them before.
i really hope it works out. i have alot put into this. i think that people just laugh and cant help smile when they see it. its contagious. most people have just wanted to try because they love the name. then they're hooked.....due to the high levels of cocaine in it...j/k. lol. but it does taste great. has 120mg of caffeine per 8oz, gaurana, b6, b12, taurine, the usual. might be a while before its avail in brazil but pm me your address and i will send you some samples when i can.

I think cock fighting is legal in one state here in the US, but I'm not sure which one. I saw a special about it once. Here are a few pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/52356011@N00/512288121/, http://www.flickr.com/photos/1stlady/254036825/ and http://www.flickr.com/photos/jansochor/3062822539/ (That is what my cocks used to wear lol). Guarana is some good stuff that Brasil has to offer and we have a soda that is called Guarana that is just the most amazing soda you can have. There are also other Brasilian fruits that just give you explosive energy the can last the whole day. Some places makes soup, yogurt, drinks and energy bars out of it.

Edit: I had one like this as well, but for show only: http://www.flickr.com/photos/allanjunior/216500777/. I can't find any pictures of my little white fighters anywhere.

Looks like '08 has been another good year for rc hobby retailers! I know I have contributed a lot this year. With the purchase of about 50 A123 cells, and now moving onto 6S lipos and contemplating which 5S packs to buy for a 10S setup. Bought a LT-6S, and just bought another LT-10S. All together with my MMM, with a feigao 8xl, upgraded to a 1515/1y, now a 2.5D, with a medusa 80mm 1100kV. This brushless bug bit hard.

My stock emaxx wasn't stock for long, with parcels coming in from all over every few days. Living in Australia doesn't help things, most people have very good shipping, but other times I am paying close to as much shipping as the actual product!

Calculated my costs put into my emaxx, and it was close to $2k minus shipping costs. And with the addition of my VERY cheap truggy (Hyper ST Pro roller $120AUD after selling parts from it), I am still looking for more!

Oh yeah, and also don't forget my drifter, and a dx3.0, dx3r, dx3s that I have bought.

I experimented when I was in seventh grade, but I could never quite get high enough with nicads and nitro just didn't do it for me, so I just gave up on the hobby.

Early in '07 I discovered brushless and lipos at a party and I haven't been able to stop since. The first time I saw my Rusty VXL hit 70mph, it was down hill from there. The next thing I know I had $1000 bucks into with FLM & RPM parts. Then I started looking for bigger and better highs and that is when I discovered I could race 1/8 electric off road buggies. If I don't get to the track at least a few times a month, I start shaking now. The withdrawal pains are terrible. My wife doesn't understand why I never leave my man room and always working on my car.

I still haven't confessed to my wife that I have spent almost $7500k this year on RC this year.

It only got worse after I met JHautz at the track and now I really can't stop. He keeps pushing more stuff on me like the new... X-ray 808 I just bought that I have to run home and hide from my wife tomorrow.

Mike just called me on my cell about new custom battery boxes and the rc8t chassis. He is threatening to send his goons to break my knee caps if I don't order them right away.

It is getting out of control. Please help me...