Remote control (RC) cars are a classic hobby that has brought joy to children and adults for decades. One of the satisfying parts of RC cars is watching your vehicle smoothly navigate turns and corners. However, nothing ruins that experience faster than suddenly losing the ability to steer your RC car. If the front wheels … Read more
A slipper clutch is a specialized clutch used on motorcycles and performance vehicles to prevent wheel hop during aggressive downshifting. The slipper clutch allows the clutch to slip during deceleration, preventing the rear wheel from locking up. This results in better vehicle stability and control. How a Slipper Clutch Works A slipper clutch contains ramps … Read more
If you’ve recently purchased or started racing a remote-controlled (RC) car, one of the most frustrating issues you may encounter is the car suddenly stopping or losing power after only a few seconds of running. While this can be caused by a variety of issues, the most common causes boil down to problems with the … Read more
A properly functioning car battery is essential for providing power to the vehicle’s electrical system and allowing the engine to start. However, when a car battery begins to fail, it can lead to a variety of problems, including potentially dangerous overheating issues. In this article, we’ll examine the causes of battery failure, how a bad … Read more
Binding your Traxxas transmitter and receiver is a crucial first step to operating your RC vehicle. The binding process allows the receiver to recognize the unique signal from your transmitter, ensuring you have full control of your car or truck. However, you may encounter situations where your Traxxas receiver fails to bind or loses its … Read more
The Spektrum dx6i and Spektrum dx6e are two popular entry-level RC transmitters from Horizon Hobby. Both transmitters are designed for controlling Bind-N-Fly (BNF) aircraft including quadcopters, sailplanes, and helicopters, as well as surface vehicles like boats and cars. The dx6i and dx6e share similarities but also have some key differences that are important to recognize … Read more
Traxxas VXL electronic speed controls (ESCs) are designed to deliver extreme power and performance in Traxxas’ high-end RC models. The VXL 6S ESCs in particular allow compatibility with up to 6S LiPo battery packs to unleash the full potential of modern brushless motors. However, these advanced ESCs can sometimes exhibit issues that lead to lackluster … Read more
Traxxas TSM (TQi Traxxas Stability Management) is an impressive technological innovation that has truly elevated the radio-controlled hobby. This electronic stability control system helps provide straight-line stability and smooth cornering for Traxxas RC models equipped with TSM. However, there may be times when TSM doesn’t seem to be working properly on your Traxxas vehicle. The … Read more
When it comes to bicycles and cars, gear ratios play an important role in determining the vehicle’s speed and acceleration. But it’s not always intuitive how gear ratios affect speed – does a higher gear ratio make you go faster or slower? In this article, we’ll break down exactly what a gear ratio is, how … Read more
Gears and pinions are both essential components in mechanical power transmission systems. Though they look quite similar, there are some key differences between gears and pinions that affect how they function and their applications. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of gears and pinions, explain the differences between them, discuss when to use each, … Read more