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Why are Toroidal Inductors Important in Radio Control Model Vehicles?
Episode 232
In this episode of the RC Deep Dive we power up your knowledge of how toroidal inductors, known as ferrite rings in the R/C hobby, serve as a cost-ef…
11 months ago
What are the Most Popular R/C Model Vehicles for Women and Girls
Episode 231
While women and girls are welcome to participate in the R/C hobby as much as men and boys, there are certain patterns and preferences that are differ…
11 months, 1 week ago
R/C Cars, Trucks, and Buggies in Professional Music Videos
Episode 230
Did you know that whether you see them on the screen or not, that R/C cars, trucks, and buggies have long been an important part of professionally ma…
11 months, 1 week ago
R/C Model Vehicles Merit Badges in Boy Scouts and Girl Guides
Episode 229
Did you know that Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, and Girl Scouts around the world can earn merit badges and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mat…
11 months, 1 week ago
The Slow Acceptance of Women and Girls in the R/C Hobbyist Community in Japan
Episode 228
The acceptance of female R/C hobbyists in Japan evolved from a male-dominated beginning, sparked by media representation in the 1980s and 90s, that n…
11 months, 1 week ago
Which is Better? Thorp Dirt Burners' Ball Differential or the MIP Super Ball Diff?
Episode 226
During the golden age of R/C, for the ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) chassis radio controlled model vehicles, Thorp Manufacturing a.k.a. Dirt Burners was the…
11 months, 1 week ago
Let's Get Into Schumacher: Inventor of the R/C Racer Ball Diff
Episode 227
Schumacher R/C Racing was sparked by the invention by Cecil Schumacher of a ball differential for his son, Robin. Then, when his Robin Schumacher sta…
11 months, 1 week ago
How Popular Were American R/C Hop-Ups in Japan?
Episode 225
American Hop-Up manufacturers like CRP (Custom Racing Products), Pro-Line, Parma, and Thorp Dirt Burners were wildly popular in the Western world, es…
11 months, 1 week ago
HOW-TO: Find R/C Gear Wear That Actually Fits Right
Episode 224
This episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast tackles the frustrating search for plus-size R/C hobby apparel, a common problem for enthusiasts seeking to …
11 months, 2 weeks ago
sXe: The Straightedge Connection to the R/C Hobbyist Community
Episode 223
The unlikely cultural overlap between the straight edge hardcore punk scene (often shortened to sXe, XXX, or just X) and vintage Tamiya RC car enthus…
11 months, 2 weeks ago