Tag: rc electronics
Sensored vs Sensorless RC Brushless Motors: What’s the Real Difference?
If you’re upgrading your RC car or building one from scratch, one decision comes up fast: sensored or sensorless brushless motor? At a glance, they ... Read More
Fantom MVS 5.0 PRO LiHV LiPo Battery Packs
Fantom Racing has announced a brand new series of LiHV battery packs - the MVS 5.0 PRO. These packs are in the 'Graphene' line and ... Read More
Understanding LiPo Battery Voltage
If you’re getting into RC cars, one of the first confusing topics you’ll run into is LiPo battery voltage. You’ll see numbers like 7.4v, 11.1v, ... Read More
How Does an RC Car Servo Work?
If you’ve spent any time around RC cars, you’ve probably heard people talk about servos. They’re one of the most important parts of an RC ... Read More
How to Properly Dispose of Old, Puffed RC LiPo Batteries
Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are the go-to power source for RC hobbyists. They deliver high energy density in a lightweight package - ideal for drones, ... Read More
Heng Long Sherman Tank Volt Meter Mount
Tank Battles - who knew I'd ever get into that - but I did. I actually find it quite fun, using all of my Call ... Read More
Review: MaxAmps Cylindrion Li-Ion Battery Pack
MaxAmps has come out with a new battery type for RC use, the Cylindrion. This pack is based on Li-Ion architecture and has features that ... Read More
Review: HOTRC DS-4A One-Handed Radio System
If you’re into videoing your RC cars, you’ll want to check out the HOTRC DS-4A One-Handed Radio System. This setup allows you to drive your ... 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
Ansmann Royal Flash Has the Backwards Blues
Question: Hey Doc- I have an Ansmann Racing Royal Flash - when I switch the car on, motor starts to turn backwards without any throttle ... Read More
Hobbyking Bad Bugs Buggy Steering
Question: Doctor- The steering in my HobbyKing Bad Bug is pretty sloppy. I watched an online review that stated I need to tighten the steering ... Read More
Hey LRP, Where’s My Reverse?
Question: Hi Doc- I recently purchased a second hand car with the LRP IPC V6 ESC installed in it. My problem is that there is ... Read More
Wiper Speed Control Not Powering Motor
Question: Hey Doc- I have an older Tamiya Blackfoot that uses a wiper speed control. When I turn it on, the servo moves the wiper ... Read More
Hobbywing V3 – Huh, Yeah, What is it Good For?
Question: Hiya Doctor- Hi guys, great site!!!! I have certainly learned more about motors, ESC's, Kv etc. while being here. My question is this: I ... Read More
HPI 5B AVC (or DBox-2)
Question: Hi Doc- Can I use a Spektrum DX2E and SRS4200 (AVC) Receiver on my HPI Baja 5B? I was thinking it might make it ... Read More
