A guide to gas driven RC vehicles

RC or radio-controlled cars, which run on a nitro methane-based
fuel or glow fuel, allow great power and performance. Gas
powered RC cars are often highly customizable, allowing
hobbyists to use a array of engines and design category. There
are even different types of transmitters available depending
upon how you would prefer your car to work.

Engines obviously, one of the more vital aspects of gas sun RC
cars is the engine. A array of different engine models are
available for you to choose from. Instead of the spark plugs
that a full-size automotive engine would have, these engines
have a "glow plug" that is initiated by what is known as a "glow
starter".

Fuel it's a particular fuel that is nitro methane-based and
formulated for the car's engines. Special lubricants are
supplemented to the fuel combination to guard the engine from
extreme heat and wear.

Radio The radio that you use to manage your gas powered RC cars
can be the similar type that is used to manage an electric model
of RC car. In addition to the battery that runs the radio
controller, you might find yourself in require of batteries to
give power to the radio receiver in the vehicle itself.

Sport vs. Competition a number of different options and body
styles present for gas powered RC cars. You can decide from
trucks, sedans, buggies, popular car models, and even stock
cars. Many of the vehicle types available commercially come in
two different version; a sport version, and a competition
version. Sport cars tend to price less, and provide basic
options that are popular with beginners and casual hobbyists.

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5 Top Factors: Buying a New Or Used RC Model

Buying a new or used RC model car is a rewarding and exciting
process. Gas or electric? Truck or car? Helicopter or plane?
There are many considerations you must address before making
these decisions. However, there are 5 top factors that will help
you on your decision.

Battery or gas?
The major factors determining your
choice here are run time and noise. Gas RC cars, trucks, planes, or helicopters
are usually loud, even with a muffler installed. The advantage
of gas RC’s are that they can run a lot longer with a tank of
fuel versus a battery powered RC. The average battery life on a
RC vehicle will give you roughly 10 to 25 minutes of run time"
at full speed. Some radio control trucks and cars deplete energy
faster due to accessories like lights, horns and other gadgets.

Kit vs RTR?
When buying a new RC car or truck or
even a plane, there are 2 directions you can take based on your
patience, budget, and skill level. If you’re the adventurous
type and enjoy working on a project from beginning to end then a
Kit package is your best option. Kits involve putting together
the entire RC car, truck, or plane together from a box of pieces
into the final product, which you can be proud of your
accomplishment! Kit packages are usually more expensive but are
more modifiable. RTR or “Ready to Run” packages are ready to
go outside of the box. Charge the battery or fuel up the tank
and you’ll be enjoying your new RC within minutes, versus
hours or even days compared to kits.

Location, Location, Location Gas powered RC cars and
trucks require space and are not ideal for apartment complexes
or homes which could have neighbors calling in noise complaints
to your local authorities. Radio controlled planes and
helicopters need wide open spaces with little obstruction for
safe operation. Electric RC’s can normally be operated
anywhere as they are considerably less noisy than gas RC’s.
Another consideration is terrain. Is your RC truck or car an
off-road buggy or stomper truck or is it a track racer? For
example, street RC’s perform better and tires last longer on
pavement versus asphalt.

Wear and Tear
There are great deals out there on
unwanted RC models, however it is important to understand the
wear-and-tear of these vehicle before you shell out your
hard-earned cash. Start with the heart. That is check the motor,
the most important piece to the model. If it’s gas, check for
oil leakage around the head and base of the motor. Shocks when
worn out tend to leak oil as well so look at these with a close
eye as well.

What’s your Budget?
With prices for used buggies
around $75 to fully loaded USED RC Helicopters peaking over
$1,500, it’s best to have an understanding of your purchasing
budget, but also your operational budget as well. After you buy
your new or used radio controlled model the spending doesn’t
stop there as you will have maintenance costs for tires,
batteries, fuel, bushings, blades, servos, and more. Depending
on how serious you are involved with your RC model will
determine how much of an operating budget you will need.

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Contributor and frequent shopper of RC gas trucks, cars, and helicopters on www.kyosho-rc-store.com the leader in new and used rc cars, trucks, planes, and helicopters by Kyosho.