Author: Tony Phalen
Team Associated Qualifier ProLite 4×4 Project Build
Whenever a new vehicle hits the shelves (especially a Ready-To-Run), I always have this thought in the back of my mind that asks whether this ... Read More
Slippery Savage Center Drive
Question: Hi Doc, I have a question about the drivetrain of my HPI Savage XS Flux. Sometimes when I am enjoying my drive, it is ... Read More
Nitro Engines – The Three Needles
Question: Hi Doc, I have the GS Storm Unlimited Truck 1/8th scale with the blue R25MT rear exhaust engine. I have searched high and low ... Read More
Making the Smartech Speedy Tiger Speedier
Question: Hiya Doc, I have a Smartech Speedy Tiger and I'm looking to install a new engine in it. It gets really hot, especially when ... Read More
Dual Rate Discovered
Question: Hey Doc, I am rebuilding a Kyosho Vanning buggy and regifting it to my 38 year old son - I originally gave it to ... Read More
Review: Axial Racing Jeep Wrangler Wraith Poison Spyder Edition
Axial’s Wraith has always been one of my favorite RC cars to drive. Its combination of speed and crawling ability allows me to drive it ... Read More
Review: Losi Micro Brushless Rally Car
Something that amazes me about the RC industry is the constant progression from year to year. I can understand larger scale vehicles getting upgraded with ... Read More
Review: Team Associated Rival MT Monster Truck
The monster truck scene has been in a bit of a lull lately, but Team Associated is hoping to change all that with the release ... Read More
Slashed My Slash Chassis
Question: Heya Doc, My son just purchased a Traxxas Slash 2WD VXL model and within 10 minutes of driving it the chassis broke in front ... Read More
Runtime with my HPI Vorza
Question: Heya Doc, I have a HPI Vorza and was wondering how much run time I should get from 2 3S LiPo batteries. Also, can ... Read More
Misbehaving 26cc Engine
Question: Hey there Doc, When I'm out running my 26cc 5B Baja I've noticed that when the engine is hot and running near the top ... Read More
Review: Team Associated Qualifier APEX Touring Car
The Touring Car segment is like the F1 of our hobby. These machines are designed to take full advantage of components like carbon fiber, titanium ... Read More
Traxxas Not Reaching Its Summit
Question: Mr. Doc- I just bought a Traxxas Summit VXL from a guy and it only runs steadily for about 1 minute. After that, it ... Read More
Review: HPI Ken Block WR8 Flux Rally Car
It’s no secret that Ken Block is the master of sideways car control. His Gymkhana videos have proven that, and seeing an AWD car do ... Read More
Brushless Motors – 2 Pole vs. 4 Pole
Question: What up, Doc- What is the advantage in a 1/10 Scale truck of 4 pole over 2 pole motor?? What is the difference technically ... Read More
