Tony Phalen

Tony Phalen - As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!

How To: Easily Set Your Slipper Clutch

How To: Easily Set Your Slipper Clutch

Beginner’s Guide to RC – Easily Set Your Slipper Clutch Surprisingly, your offroad vehicle’s slipper clutch is one of the most underrated tuning options. It not only helps protect the drivetrain from damage during sudden …

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Team Saxo Car Body Height Adjuster

Team Saxo Car Body Height Adjuster

Here’s an interesting product from Team Saxo. Instead of being stuck using the standard 3-3.5mm increments to raise or lower your body, they’ve come up with a trick tool that allows a much finer adjustment …

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