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These are just the briefest of definitions of Radio Controlled Vehicle terminology that starts with S. For a much more detailed description see the individual page for each term.
Scale
Size of an RC as compared to the real, full-size version...
Scale Model
Authentic details on a smaller scale...
Scale Speed
How fast it goes (sort of)...
Servo
Device that controls things like steering and speed...
Servo Arm
The link between the servo and steering...
Set Screw
Headless screw...
Shaft Starter
Use a shaft and electric motor to turn the engine...
Shock
Part of the suspension...
Shock Oil
Lubricant inside the shocks...
Sled
Weighted trailer for power-pulling.
Slipper Clutch
Power regulator between the motor or engine and the drivetrain...
Slot Cars
Cars with controllers on a special track...
Soldering
Joining metal parts such as wires...
Spur Gear
Big gear that makes the RC go...
Stadium Truck
A monster buggy, perhaps?
Starter Box
Used to bump start a nitro engine...
Static Diving System
One way that RC subs dive...
Step-Up Jump
A couple of jumps...
Straightaway
A stretch of track with no curves...
Straights
A straight stretch of track...
Suspension
Shocks and springs...
Sweep
A gentle curve...