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RCCrewChief explains how weight transfer in your car happens and how to tune your suspension to take advantage of it.
RCCrewChief explains the nitty gritty of suspension.
RCCrewChief explains the basics of setup physics. And when I say "basics," I mean more in-depth than any other video you'll find out there.
Most RC cars allow suspension tuning via the mounts that hold the lower suspension arms to the chassis, but some cars extend this to the upper arms as well, making for a very complex mix of options.
"The Drake" explains his philosophy on choosing diff fluids for his 1/8-scale off-roaders.
What is rollout? What is FDR? What's a transmission ratio? And how do I use them to set up my RC car?
Tekin's Ty Campbell explains what the "torque level" setting on RC ESCs means and how to set it to fit your driving style.
Broc Champlin, Schumacher Factory Driver, explains how he sets camber and ride height to get the best all-around handling, with a focus on racing on hard, smooth (slick) surfaces.
Cole Ogden and Lee Setser of JConcepts explain the benefits of v-cutting tire inserts, and also discuss their process for choosing foams for different track conditions. The cutting process is straightforward, but there's a lot of great discussion of insert selection and prep, so give it a watch!
RC Street Shop explains what shock "rebound" is, how to check is, and how to change it to suit your needs.
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