Learn what common settings do and how to use them to get the most from your car.
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RC Vitals put together a great video in interview format with everything you need to know about LiPos. It's long, but covers a LOT of ground, and is perfect for someone getting into the hobby!
The Drake explains how to set the throttle rate control (aka throttle strength) on your ESC. His example is a Hobbywing 1/.8 speed control, but rate control applies to all modern ESCs at all scales.
XRAY's Alex Hagberg explains how to set up your X12 '25's rear pod, and what the anti-squat or pro-squat angles will do to affect your handling.
Team Corally shared a detailed explanation of how to create clean, strong solder joints, a core skill a racers need.
Boomslang Suspension provides this fantastic explainer of how the angle of your shocks affects the actual damping characteristics they provide. If you really want to understand shock angles, this one is a must-watch.
Table showing shock oil weights and how they compare across different shock oil brands.
How can you improve the forward traction of your RC car?
Great overview of basic alignment aspects of the suspension, from toe and camber to caster and steering axis inclination.
What is traction roll in RC car handling, and how can you fix it?
Learn how to avoid traction roll by gluing the sidewalls of your on-road RC car tires, with demonstrations for both rubber and foam tires
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