Category: Tech Tips

Why Harder Plastic Tires Are a Game-Changer for RC Car Drifting

Drifting is one of the most stylish and skillful ways to drive an RC car.…

Turning a Tamiya TT-01 Into RWD – A Fun Experiment

The Tamiya TT-01 is one of those kits that just about every RC enthusiast has…

The Tamiya CC-01 – A Trail Classic That Won’t Quit

If you’ve spent any time in the RC hobby, especially in the world of scale…

The Tamiya Tyrrell P34 Six-Wheeler: A Quirky Classic in 1/10 Scale

There are RC cars that look fast, and there are RC cars that look unforgettable.…

Big Wings, Big Gains? The Truth About Large Spoilers on 1/10 RC On-Road Cars

If you’ve spent any time at the track, you’ve probably noticed that some 1/10 on-road…

Solving the TT01 metal drive shaft wobbling issue

3D printing can come to the rescue. For details go to this page: https://upgradeparts.com/2025/08/30/tamiya-tt01-metal-drive-shaft-stablizer/  …

Rock Crawlers vs. CC-01 Style Crawling – Two Approaches to Low-Speed Off-Road Fun

When it comes to RC crawling, not all rigs are built the same. On one…

The Fun of 1/12 Scale Pan Car Racing – Precision Meets Pure Speed

If you’ve ever stepped into the world of RC racing, you know there are a…

Kyosho Mini-Z AWD: A Compact Drift Machine with Big Potential

If you're into RC cars and haven't yet explored the world of Mini-Z, you're in…

Hybrid ESCs – The Best of Both Worlds

Some modern ESCs can combine the best of both worlds by starting the motor sensored…