Recommended Tools – Into-RC.com

Ball joint/Ball link pliers

At some point you will need these to remove and/or replace ball pivots in the control arms or steering linkage, depending on your R/C model.

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Install ball pivots without damaging your plastic parts.

Multi-Tool

A small Multi-Tool will be your best friend. There’s no end to what jams this versatile tool has gotten me out of!

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Multi-Tool for R/C Trucks and Cars — Indispensable tool any R/C hobbyist should own.

R/C Workstand

Yes, you will eventually need this, but no worries! A workstand is an absolute must while working on suspension and/or steering. Allows you to make faster repairs on your R/C, saving you time.

FAQs

Where can I find replacement parts for my RC Vehicle?

For the R/C vehicles on this site, links to replacement parts can be found in the description of my Youtube videos.

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Will I need any special tools?

To get started you will not need any special tools. Ready-to-Run R/C vehicles include in the box a screwdriver and tire hex tool at the minimum.

View some unboxing videos here.

Furthermore, depending on how you use or misuse the R/C while having fun, some repairs will be needed sooner or later.

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What’s the difference between brushed and brushless R/Cs?

A brushed R/C has a brushed motor and esc (electronic speed control). A brushed motor is vented allowing the motor to cool, but this means it is NOT waterproof.

A brushless R/C has a brushless motor and esc. The brushed motor is fully enclosed making it virtually waterproof. The esc may or may not be waterproof, review the items description or your owners manual for waterproof specifications.

Brushless R/Cs are also associated with more power.

What is the best size or scale R/C for someone fresh to the hobby?

You will need some experience with driving an R/C to become a pro.

For newcomers to the R/C hobby, I do not recommend purchasing a large 1/10 or 1/8 scale R/C. In my experience, the 1/16 scale is versatile and can be ran just about anywhere. A 1/16 scale R/C will fit in your backpack.

A large scale R/C will need more room to run, and may possesses a huge amount of power for a new driver to manage.

Parts for large scale R/Cs are considerably more pricey than 1/16 scale. For example, a $10 replacement part on a 1/16 scale may cost you up to $30 on a 1/8 scale R/C.

Once you are able to minimize wrecks and damage on your small scale R/C, you will know to treat a large scale R/C the same.