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How to Clean RC Nitro Cars

How to Clean RC Nitro Cars

Clean your RC Nitro cars exterior and working parts to preserve the life of the model car. Dust, grease and dirt can accumulate in the gasket and around the motor causing degradation to the parts. It is necessary to remove some of the parts in order to access and clean each component. Be sure to rinse off all soap and allow the parts to dry before reapplying oil or grease. ...read more

About Remote-Controlled Nitro Cars

About Remote-Controlled Nitro Cars

Remote controllednitro cars are model cars that are controlled from a distance using a transmitter. Nitro gas cars are made with high quality in mind. Stores sell fully assembled car kits, which come complete with a radio transmitter and receiver. They are popular with hobbyists who love to race against other competitors. ...read more

How to Build a Giant RC Aircraft

How to Build a Giant RC Aircraft

This small version of a real airplane is an amazing innovation that is flown by remote. This is a relaxing activity enjoyed by many. With a small investment you can purchase, build and design your own style of remote controlled aircraft. These planes come in kits that can be purchased with varying difficulty. Beginner kits contain everything needed to fly. ...read more

Painting Tips for Plastic Models

Painting Tips for Plastic Models

Once you have assembled your model the next big step is to paint it. This is perhaps the most difficult part of model making. You want it to look as good as possible and as detailed as you can make it. There are many things involved but some basics need to be followed. ...read more

Electric RC Car Tips

Electric RC Car Tips

RC (a.k.a. radio-controlled) cars simulate the act of driving, which is why they can be so much fun for children who aren’t able to drive yet.  Electric RC cars are usually the most commonplace since they are both less expensive and easier to use. ...read more

How to Tune a Nitro RC Car

How to Tune a Nitro RC Car

Racing nitro RC cars is a hobby that can be enjoyed indoors or outdoors. The fastest car usually will win the race. A properly tuned car can get the most speed from its engine. Fortunately, tuning the engine of a nitro RC car is not that hard and can be done by following a few simply guidelines. ...read more

Types of Metal Model Car Kits

Types of Metal Model Car Kits

Putting together metal model car kits is a hobby that has been enjoyed by the young and the young at heart since the rise of kit making after World War II. It is a hobby that requires only a few dollars, a steady hand and the enjoyment of the little details. ...read more

Where to Build an RC Model Workshop

Where to Build an RC Model Workshop

Space is a huge consideration when deciding to take up building RC models as a hobby. You may be assembling parts that can become up to six feet in length, so you will need to have adequate space in which to work. ...read more

How to Build Model Airplanes From Scratch

How to Build Model Airplanes From Scratch

To build a model airplane from scratch sounds like a daunting experience. It is not nearly as complicated as it sounds. You do not have to have a background in aerodynamics or have been a pilot to accomplish this. If you have children they would love for you to teach them how it is done. ...read more

How to Modify Electric RC Cars

How to Modify Electric RC Cars

Electric radio controlled cars, or electric RC cars, have different ways that they can be modified. The motor is the most important thing that can be modified on the electric radio controlled cars. If you modify the engine on these types of cars, the car is going to run much faster. ...read more

Types of Great Hobbies for All Ages

Types of Great Hobbies for All Ages

Many of us work very hard at fulfilling our responsibilities and obligations in our day to day life. When we have succeeded in the things that we must accomplish it is wonderful to finally be able to sit down and do something for fun that we enjoy doing. There are all types of hobbies that one can do to help us unwind and relax. ...read more

Types of Hobbies for Children

Types of Hobbies for Children

Hobbies are great for children. It gives them the opportunity to get active and creative while doing something they enjoy and love. Having a hobby helps children learn and build their self-esteem. There are many different types of hobbies for young and older age children. Once your child finds the hobby that is right for them they will enjoy spending time and sharing their ideas with others. ...read more

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