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From Box to Backyard: How to Make Your RTR Trul...
Ready-to-run has always been synonymous with “assembled,” but true readiness-for-running varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and model to model. These days, most RTRs are impressively complete and well built,...
From Box to Backyard: How to Make Your RTR Truly “Ready To Run”
Ready-to-run has always been synonymous with “assembled,” but true readiness-for-running varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and model to model. These days, most RTRs are impressively complete and well built, but there are a few extra steps you can make...
Read MoreHow to properly mask a body
One of the most important aspects of a sweet, long-lasting, custom paint job is body prep. If not carefully prepped, the paint will not stick to the Lexan properly, will...
How to properly mask a body
One of the most important aspects of a sweet, long-lasting, custom paint job is body prep. If not carefully prepped, the paint will not stick to the Lexan properly, will...
Read MoreKeep your ride in top shape with this simple 8-...
Even in a perfect world, where you don’t crash into anything and the racing surface is free of any and all debris, every car still benefits from a brief inspection...
Keep your ride in top shape with this simple 8-step ...
Even in a perfect world, where you don’t crash into anything and the racing surface is free of any and all debris, every car still benefits from a brief inspection...
Read MoreTech Know-How: Motor Timing Explained
If you have a sensored brushless power system, you’ve probably noticed timing marks on the end of the motor’s can. They indicate a range of stator/sensor timing that adjusts how...
Tech Know-How: Motor Timing Explained
If you have a sensored brushless power system, you’ve probably noticed timing marks on the end of the motor’s can. They indicate a range of stator/sensor timing that adjusts how...
Read MoreHow To Build, Tune, and Maintain Gear Different...
Gear differentials have been the norm in 1/8-scale cars for quite a while, but it has only been since the release of short course trucks that they’ve found their way...
How To Build, Tune, and Maintain Gear Differentials
Gear differentials have been the norm in 1/8-scale cars for quite a while, but it has only been since the release of short course trucks that they’ve found their way...
Read MoreHow to properly transport, care for, and store ...
When they first arrived on the scene, LiPo batteries were shrouded in mystery. The technology was new, and the industry’s experience was limited. Initially, hobbyists were somewhat confused by...
How to properly transport, care for, and store your ...
When they first arrived on the scene, LiPo batteries were shrouded in mystery. The technology was new, and the industry’s experience was limited. Initially, hobbyists were somewhat confused by...
Read MoreHow To: Boost the Strength of Plastic Parts
Many of the plastic parts that make up RC vehicles, especially suspension parts, are made of nylon or a plastic formulation that includes nylon. Nylon is “hygroscopic,” which means it...
How To: Boost the Strength of Plastic Parts
Many of the plastic parts that make up RC vehicles, especially suspension parts, are made of nylon or a plastic formulation that includes nylon. Nylon is “hygroscopic,” which means it...
Read MorePIT TIP: Stash Spare Clips With Your TX
Bend a piece of scrap lexan or plastic packaging to shape as shown, and attach it to the back of your transmitter with servo tape. Slip a bunch of clips...
PIT TIP: Stash Spare Clips With Your TX
Bend a piece of scrap lexan or plastic packaging to shape as shown, and attach it to the back of your transmitter with servo tape. Slip a bunch of clips...
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