QuickTips Index

Buy Extra Batteries or Parts
Don't run out of batteries...

One-Color Wow! RC Body Painting
Feeling timid about painting your first RC body? Give it a one-color paint job that looks great.

Bag Those Bottles
Don't waste money and create a messy situation in your toolbox with this tip.

Control Your Aircraft Controller
Before you run your RC: Controller on first, aircraft on second. After you run your RC: Aircraft off first, controller off second.

Give Yourself Enough Flying Room
Make sure you have enough room to fly your radio controlled airplane or helicopter.

Avoid Pedestrians and Traffic
Choose a safe, open area to operate your radio controlled vehicle. Avoid people and busy streets.

Control Your Controller
Before you run your RC: Controller on first, vehicle on second. After you run your RC: Vehicle off first, controller off second.

Check Your Frequency
Check your frequency and make sure no one in your operating area is using the same frequency at the same time you are.

Stock Your Toolbox With Compact and Multipurpose Tools
You don't need every kind of automotive or hobby tool in the store to maintain your RC vehicle. Save space and save money with compact and multipurpose tools. Keep a small amount of your most-used supplies on hand.

Make a Watertight Seal for Your RC Boat
The parts in your RC boat may be waterproofed, but sometimes water seeps in where you don't want it. Here's a quick tip on how to make your own watertight seal.

Be an RC Biker
Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, if you're getting a little bored with four wheels, put an RC bike on your birthday or Christmas wish list. Not sure? Let these videos convince you.

Wheelie Poppin' Fun
Almost every RC truck owner likes to pop a wheelie now and then. Even beginners can do wheelies. And with practice and the right RC, some drivers can do almost all their driving on two wheels (and I'm not talking about RC motorcycles either). Watch a few monster trucks do some monster wheelies.

Creativity Counts
We all know when it comes to the RC hobby we all have to start somewhere. So I have put together a few choices of RC video clips to express this aspect of the hobby we've all come to enjoy and love.

Yeah, It's Funny But...
The lesson to learn from these funny RC videos is that what looks funny on film might not be so funny if it happens to you. Safety First. Watch these videos of RC action then cast your vote for what all three have in common.

RC Racing Down Memory Lane
From 'hand-powered' off-roading to the feeling of 'Darn it! I forgot to charge the batteries,' this selection of RC videos give great examples of what we all deal with on a daily basis. Watch the videos then vote in poll and tell us what you think all six RC videos have in common.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like an RC Christmas
Driving in the snow, flying in the street and around the Christmas tree. Watch these RC videos then vote in the fun poll and tell us what you think all three RC videos have in common.

Nighttime Fueling
Nitro fuel that lands anywhere but inside the tank is a safety hazard and harmful to your RC. But at night it can be tough to see just where to put that fuel nozzle. Light it up.

Tire Washer
You can clean your tires without removing them from your car or truck using this quick spin method.

Build a Temporary Outdoor RC Track
You can turn almost any yard, parking lot, basketball court, driveway, or open field into a temporary RC track. Choose the surface you want to use then lay out a course using chalk, paint, tape, or flexible hosing.

Build a Small Portable Indoor Micro RC Track
Get ideas on things to use to construct the outline of a track for your Zip Zaps or other micro RC cars and trucks.

Handle and Store Nitro Fuel Safely
Nitro fuel is highly flammable. Avoid open flames -- including smoking -- around nitro containers. Mark your container for identification.

Wear a Life Vest Around Water
Even if you're operating an RC boat instead of full-size model, wear your life vest.

Keep Away From Spinning Wheels
Do not pick up your RC car or truck while the tires are still moving.

Check for Obstacles
Survey the area that you will be driving in and make sure it is clear of undesired obstacles... i.e. stumps, large rocks, puddles of water, or other obstructions.

Don't Fly on Windy Days
If it seems too windy outdoors to fly, it probably is…