Category: RC Guides
RC Gear Pitch: 32P vs 48P vs 64P – Metric and Mod Gears
RC gearing can get confusing surprisingly fast. You start out thinking, "I just need a new pinion gear," and five minutes later you're staring at ... Read More
Where Can I Legally Drive my RC Car?
One of the most common questions I hear beginners ask is: “Where can I legally drive my RC car?” The short answer is: it depends ... Read More
Your First RC Basher: 10-Minute Setup Checklist Before You Run
You’ve waited all week. Your new RC car/truck has arrived, the box is open and it's sitting on the workbench - and it looks amazing. ... Read More
RC Car Tips for Beginners: How to Drive Like a Pro
Believe it or not, every Pro driver was once a beginner in the world of RC. I've been around long enough to see these guys ... Read More
Electric vs Nitro RC Cars: Which One Should You Choose?
If you're new to the RC hobby, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to choose an electric or nitro-powered RC car. At ... Read More
RC Car Build Types Explained: Kit vs RTR vs ARTR
Getting into RC cars is exciting but, before you even pick a model, you’ll run into one of the most confusing decisions in the hobby: ... Read More
Getting Into Vintage Trans Am RC Racing
One of the more popular forms of racing is something called Spec Racing. Spec Racing involves a very specific set of rules that makes every ... Read More
Buying Your First RC Car: A Beginner’s Complete Guide
Getting into RC cars is one of the most exciting hobbies you can start. It combines speed, mechanics, tuning and just pure fun. But if ... Read More
How to Change RC Battery Connectors
At some point in the RC hobby, you’ll run into a simple but frustrating problem - your battery and ESC don’t use the same connector. ... Read More
RC Car Scale Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Size
RC Car Scale is one of the first things you’ll encounter when entering the hobby - and one of the most misunderstood. Scale refers to ... Read More
How To: Prep and Seal Your Carbon Fiber / Graphite Parts
Most high-end on- and off-road RC cars and trucks come with carbon fiber (or graphite) components. These components are lightweight and super-strong - 2 key ... Read More
Traxxas Telemetry Expander Install Guide (Rustler 2WD / 4×4 Setup + App Configuration)
What Is the Traxxas Telemetry Expander System? The Traxxas Telemetry Expander is an upgrade that allows your RC vehicle to send real-time performance data directly ... Read More
How To: Install a Screen Protector on your Transmitter
Most of today's high-end computerized radio systems come with large function screens that allow you to filter through their menu systems. It's great having the ... Read More
How To: Apply a FreqEskinz Wrap to Your Transmitter
As RC enthusiasts, we're always finding ways to customize our gear to make it our own. We add flashy paint on our cars, mark our ... Read More
How to Clean RC Car Bearings
RC car bearings are small parts that make a big difference. When they’re clean, your car runs smooth, fast and efficient. When they’re dirty, everything ... Read More
