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HOW-TO: Get a HobbyWing 1060 Power Switch to Fit in a Tamiya R/C Model Chassis
Episode 95
The HobbyWing 1060 Quicrun ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) has become the default speed controller for many R/C hobbyists, and is even included in …
1 year, 3 months ago
Which Screws are the Best to Use in Your R/C Vehicles?
Episode 94
In this episode of the RC Deep Dive we dig deep into the world of R/C fasteners and drivers. Which is more important in an radio control vehicle: Str…
1 year, 3 months ago
Can Washers Fix Axial and Radial Play on Axles Near R/C Bearings?
Episode 93
Can simple M4 washers act as shims to fix axial and radial play where your axle ball bearings are installed in your radio controlled vehicles? We tak…
1 year, 3 months ago
Decoding Different Diff Oils for your R/C Vehicles' Diffs
Episode 92
Different differentials require differing diff oils. Which diff oil is right for you? What do the differing colors mean? What's the right viscosity f…
1 year, 3 months ago
HOW-TO: Prepare, Glue, Vent, and Balance Your RC Tires
Episode 92
It used to be that you just put your tires on your R/C wheels with no further thought. However today's modern tires often require meticulous preparat…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Bumper Paradox: How Stronger Parts Wreck Your R/C Cars!
Episode 91
Aluminum bumpers are all the rage these days, but they have many drawbacks and may even end up costing you in the long run. In this episode of the RC…
1 year, 3 months ago
Let's Get into Kyosho R/C!
Episode 90
While Tamiya became more popular worldwide, Kyosho was actually the first Japanese company to make R/C vehicles for the retail market. In this episod…
1 year, 3 months ago
What Exactly do the ORV Radius Arms Do?
Episode 89
There's a lot of confusion about the function of the radius arms on the Tamiya ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) chassis R/C (radio controlled) model buggies, t…
1 year, 3 months ago
Why is Tamiya's Lavender Paint not the Correct Hue??
Episode 84
Tamiya offers a color of paint that they call "Lavender", TS-37. However it is not anywhere near what people generally consider a lavender shade of v…
1 year, 3 months ago
Why do the FGH RC Buggies Remain Iconic After Over 40 Years?
Episode 82
The Tamiya FGH (Frog, Grasshopper, & Hornet) radio controlled buggies were super popular in the early 1980s, but somehow, they have stood the test of…
1 year, 3 months ago