Think of them as close cousins, not twins. The Egress is the refined, purpose-built champion, while the VQS is the accessible, fun-loving successor designed to bring that championship feeling to a wider audience. Egress (1991): This was Tamiya’s direct weapon for winning. Born in the ultra-competitive early 90s, the Egress… Continue reading
Enter the realm where the gentle hum of a scale trawler gives way to the visceral, turbine-like scream of pure, unadulterated power. This is the domain of 4S and 6S LiPo batteries in RC boating—a world not for the faint of heart, but for those who believe the phrase “excessive… Continue reading
Tucked away in the eastern stretches of Hong Kong, beyond the dense high-rises and the buzz of the city, lies a sprawling green canvas with a secret pulse: Jordan Valley Park. Known to most for its peaceful gardens, barbecue pits, and panoramic views, the park holds a different kind of allure… Continue reading
The photos below show the steps taken: First we expose and remove the existing circuit board and servo. Make sure the two motor wires remain accessible. Then we install a standard real RC servo. Then we connect, test and secure a receiver and an ESC. Finally we arrange a small… Continue reading
Painting a Lexan (polycarbonate) RC car body needs a bit of prep, but if you do it right, the paint will stick well and last a long time. Skipping these steps is the main reason RC shells peel or flake later. First, wash the body thoroughly. New Lexan shells come… Continue reading
If you’ve ever taken your RC car, truck, boat, or drone out on a cold day, you may have noticed it doesn’t feel quite the same. Slower acceleration, shorter run times, or electronics acting a bit sluggish are all common signs. That’s not a coincidence—temperature drops can have a real… Continue reading
Driving an RC car on a snowy track is one of those experiences that looks simple but feels completely different once you try it. The combination of cold air, white terrain, and reduced grip turns even a familiar RC car into something new. Snow brings a sense of realism and… Continue reading
If you’re into vintage RC buggies, the Nikko Dictator 2 is a real throwback gem. Introduced around 1987 by Nikko, this 1 / 10‐scale 4WD buggy stood out in its day for offering what looked like “hobby-grade” features in a ready-to-run package. The original “Dictator” series from Nikko started earlier… Continue reading
If you fly a twin-motor glider that uses differential thrust for yaw control (or as an aid to steer without relying on the rudder), trimming the tail is part art, part engineering — and absolutely worth doing. A properly trimmed tail makes the airplane fly straight and hands-off in both… Continue reading
