Smaller RC plane and gyro
Smaller RC Planes are more sensitive to wind and turbulence due to low mass. They are often more twitchy or…
Metal gears always noisier?
Yes, metal RC car gears are generally SLIGHTLY noisier than plastic gears, although this is often a trade-off for strength…
Real motor oil on RC car gears?
Real motor oil is designed for fluid film lubrication in car engines at high temperatures. RC gears, especially in electric…
Gear lapping
To lap RC car gears (i.e., smooth out the gear mesh by controlled wear), you need a safe, mildly abrasive…
Vaseline as grease?
Applying Vaseline (petroleum jelly) to an RC car gearbox is not recommended, and here’s why: 🔧 What Will Happen if…
Drifting
Turning off reverse on the ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) when doing RC car drifting is a common practice. In drift…
Tamiya VS XRay
When it comes to RC cars, two brands that often come up in discussions are Xray and Tamiya. Both have…
Using low cost onroad tires
Low cost rubber tires for onroad racing is now widely available on the internet. You can use them to do…
Catching the Wind: RC sailboat @ Dover Court Beach
Catching the Wind: Why RC Sailboating is Pure Zen on the Water Most of the RC world is obsessed with…