buying 8421 advice please

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Hi guys.

I have been thinking of buying an 8421 mobile crane. I always wanted this set but so far have not been able to get one.

My question is.. I would prefer a new one or very close new one, but with new ones being such high prices how well do the RC motors last i.e What is the risk with buying this set second hand that the RC motor could be warn out? As it is an expensive item to replace..

I think I am happy otherwise that any other bits are cheap enough to replace if missing or not in good condition..

I would welcome some advice on this as I have never had an RC motor..

I realize there is a buy and sell section on this forum however I cannot post in there for some reason? If anyone knows how to make this happen I would be keen to know that as well for obvious reasons

Regards-

Henry

[Rishab N]

I don't have a rc motor but I have heard that they do last long....

[skylinedan]

I bought two 8421's, one was never finished the other was built and then displayed for a long time judging by the amount of dirt on the pieces. The motors work great, both look like new. I would say look over the sets good if your gonna go the E bay route, ask questions that sort of thing. I did'nt pay over 300 bucks for either of mine, so there's some deals out there. It might just take a while to catch one is all.