Author: Tony Phalen
How Do I Free Up My Ball … Cups?
Question: Hey Doc, I was wondering...when building a kit it seems like the ball cups are super tight when I put them on the turnbuckles. ... Read More
Can I Upgrade the Duratrax Evader Slipper Assembly?
Question: Hiya Doc. Is there an aftermarket slipper clutch set-up that will fit the Duratrax Evader brushless. Stock set-up is less than desirable. Thank you. ... Read More
Review: Kyosho DRX Nitro Rally
I love Rally racing and can argue that it is some of the most exciting motorsports on the planet. While they’re not the fastest and ... Read More
Totally Tight Traxxas
Question: Hey Doc- So I have a Traxxas Slash 4WD that was built by a renowned racer. But now the drivetrain seems really tight and ... Read More
What The Heck is Motor Timing?
Question: What's up, Doc- I am new to the RC world. I have a 3Racing Sakura FGX, Yeah Racing 10T motor, Yeah Racing 35A Brainpower ... Read More
HPI Savage XS SS Online Build
If you familiar with HPI’s Savage XS, you know that this is one mean mini machine! Packed with HPI’s potent Flux system, this little rocket ... Read More
Review: Team Associated B4.1 Factory Team World’s Car
One of the most prestigious racing classes in RC is 1/10-scale 2WD buggy. Any major event that includes 2WD buggy will draw the Who’s Who ... Read More
Team Durango DEST210R Online Build
on the 2WD Stadium Truck group with the release of the DEST210R. Based on the ultra-competitive DESC210R, the DEST210R should have no problem reaching the ... Read More
Review: Brown Engineering Scooby Horton II Scalpel
Out of all the racing classes I’ve run, 1/18th has to be one of my favorites. Yes, an odd class I know, but I think ... Read More
RC LiPo Battery Safety Guide
I consider myself a pretty knowledgeable RC enthusiast/racer. I’ve raced at every level of competition, driven everything from 1/18-scale to 1/5-scale motorcycles and travelled all ... Read More
Budget RC Touring Car Build: Competitive Performance Under $500
How Much Do You Really Have to Spend to Go Fast? It’s no big secret that the touring car segment of RC isn’t doing so ... Read More
Review: Kyosho Mini-Z Moto Racer
Back in 2004 I had a chance to attend the first RC Motorcycle Nationals held in Las Vegas. My buddy and I showed up the ... Read More
Review: Losi Mini 8IGHT
When asked what your favorite racing classes are, most people will say 1/10th or 1/8th scale onroad or offroad. I know because that’s what I ... Read More
Review: Traxxas XO-1 SuperCar
There was a time, awhile back, when I worked in a hobby shop. One reason for this was for the extra cash, but the other ... Read More
Team Associated TC6.1 Online Build
The TC6.1 is Team Associated’s flagship onroad touring car. This car is the next generation to the A-Team’s successful TC6, adding a few refinements and ... Read More
