Free Tech Tips – shaft drive
Shaft drive gives better response and controllable power on demand. As long as the drive system is properly sealed, it…
Free Tech Tips – belt drive
Belt drive has a simpler design due to the use of less gears along the drive chain, and it keeps…
Free Tech Tips – traction and 4WD
In 2WD, the entire driving force is directed towards only two tires. In 4WD, the driving force is “shared” among…
Free Tech Tips – traction and 2WD
In 2WD (FWD and RWD), the traction of only two wheels is used (the other two are just rolling along).…
Free Tech Tips – traction
Traction refers to the resistance or friction happening between each tire and the ground surface. More traction allows your car…
Free Tech Tips – dog bone shafts
The traditional type of drive shaft kinda reassembles a dog’s chew bone and is often being referred to as the…
Free tech tips – using large bumper
Pro racers always dislike the idea of large bumper due to concern on weight. For beginners, however, a large bumper…
Free Tech Tips – weight distribution
Due to the fact that most R/C cars have their motor placed closer to the backend of the chassis, the…
Free Tech Tips – ride height and weight
The more components you load on the chassis, the lower ride height you are going to have. A low ride…
Free Tech Tips – using locktite
Generally speaking, there is no need to use locktite on a brand new R/C car unless the car is going…