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clutch springs

Learn how clutch springs affect how your RC car accelerates and how you can use them to tune your car to your liking

Clutch springs can be changed to tune how your car accelerates.

Lighter clutch springs

  • Engine at lower RPM
  • Smoother power band
  • Less acceleration
  • Generally used on low-grip tracks

Heavier clutch springs

  • Engage at higher RPM
  • More acceleration
  • Can cause wheelspin
  • Generally used on high-grip tracks

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