Breaking in tires before rock crawling is very important. It makes them softer and stickier. This allows them to grip on the rocks better which makes them perform better. Many people are afraid of breaking in their tires because they worry about destroying them. Others try to break in their tires by driving their crawler … Read more
Radio controlled cars can be great fun for everyone and they’ve been huge in the hobbyist community for decades. Many enthusiasts can’t wait to get their cars on the road (or terrain in some cases) and ride around. However, many enthusiasts are also rightfully disappointed with the limited range of their cars and want to … Read more
Tamiya Mini 4 WD has been one of the favourite toys of most kids since it was first manufactured in 1982. It is a race car made in a 1:32 scale and you have to build it yourself. A Tamiya mini 4WD can be made faster by replacing the motor and choosing tires that are … Read more
RC cars are controlled using transmitters that send commands to the car’s receiver. 2.4 GHz frequency is the most common radio frequency used these days to control RC cars. And a question many RC enthusiasts and hobbyists usually ask is about how fast 2.4 GHz controlled RC cars are. Lower priced RC cars with a … Read more
The electronic speed control (ESC) is essential for the efficient running of an electric motor. It controls the speeding up and slowing down of the motor by making sure sufficient levels of power are delivered when required. However, while its job is to help keep your motor in a reliable state, the ESC is not … Read more
If you’re into remote control car racing, then you must understand that speed and performance are your greatest allies. You’re obviously going to have to tweak your car if you want to have better performances at races, and you’re going to have to get handy at it. One of your first concerns is definitely going … Read more
Remote control vehicles have been a worldwide hobby to millions for decades. Cars, boats, planes, helicopters – you name it. If a vehicle exists in real life, there’s an RC version of it. And even more than that – even if it doesn’t exist, it’s likely that there’s an RC version of it. In that … Read more
I’ve come across a lot of people new to nitro power and even a number of experienced drivers that don’t understand the composition of nitro fuel and how the individual constituents affect performance, power, and engine life. However, it’s important to have a good understanding of nitro fuels so you can choose the type that … Read more
Many people have found themselves in a situation where they need to turn on their nitro engine but can’t do so by pulling the string. Little did they know that they could turn on their nitro engine with a drill. If you want to turn on your nitro engine with a drill, you will need … Read more
RC cars are a fun toy for kids,(And us big kids!), but nitro-fueled RC cars are not child’s play. They are fast, noisy, and brutal. These are mostly used for racing. Using the same mechanism as a life-sized motorcar, they give a similar experience. The only downside is their noise. The sound they make may … Read more