Should you be using a slipper or a differential in the center of your 4WD RC car? Hall Brothers RC explains how to choose and how to set each one optimally for your track conditions.
Aydin Horne explains how to build a ball diff and how to avoid common mistakes
Learn how to build or rebuild your 1/10th nitro on-road clutch from one of the best!
What is rollout? What is FDR? What's a transmission ratio? And how do I use them to set up my RC car?
"The Drake" explains his philosophy on choosing diff fluids for his 1/8-scale off-roaders.
Adam explains how he measures his clutch pads to see if they need to be replaced, and explains how running on old clutch shoes will hurt your performance.
To get the most power and efficiency from your RC engine, you need to build and set your clutch correctly. Ty Tessman walks us through is process in this explainer video.
Which type of driveshaft is right for your car? Joe explains what track conditions are ideal for each, with a focus on 4WD cars.
Learn the secrets of building a smooth, leak-proof differential from a pro.
Are you well-versed in the fine art of building a ball diff? If not, check out Spencer's explainer.
TLR Product Developer Frank Root explains the ins and outs of setting a slipper clutch on a 1/10 scale RC car. He uses a 22 5.0 DC for the demo, but the advice applies to any off-road 1/10 scaler.
Max Mört explains how their friction characteristics can help you decide if you should run constant-velocity driveshafts (CVDs) or universal joints in your car. He uses a 1/8 off-roader for his demos, but the physics apply to all types of RC race cars.
Klinik RC walks us through how they build the "perfect" gear diff, that is, one that doesn't leak diff oil!
Ty walks us through how he builds ball diffs to get the best life from the diff and the most traction.
Tony Newland of Klinik RC shows in detail how to build (or rebuild) a ball diff the right way. This one goes almost 25 minutes, so grab some popcorn and get ready for some serious learnin'.
Rajaa111 explains the ins and outs of clutches for nitro cars, and how you can choose whether you want to go with a 3-shoe or a 4-shoe clutch.
Learn about the oils, greases, and prep needed to get a gear diff running super smooth in your 1/8th scale ride. He uses an XRAY diff to demonstrate, but most of the techniques and advice are universal.
He walks you through his methods, how he approaches shimming, which greases to use, and how he marks the diff case. He demonstrates on the MBX8's diff, but most tips will apply to any 1/8th gear diffs.
Alex has thoughts on how to build a solid, leak-proof T4 diff.
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