The most important tool for racing RC Cars
Believe it or not, the most important tool for tuning and modifying RC cars, in any RC racer's pit box, probably isn't even sold at your local hobby store. Despite thier absence at hobby stores, you will see them laying on EVERY serious RC pro's pit area. The tool is, collectively, the pencil and paper. One of the most enjoyable experiences in RC cars, besides buying a new trick ride, is testing something new, in the hope you will discover the slight edge, or even a HUGE edge. Today's RC cars, buggies, and trucks have so many variables that can be tinkered with, even the slightest adjustment can have a drastic effect on the handling and speed of your ride.
Whether you race or just bash, you really should write down the current operating state of your RC ride. Variables such as ride hieght, camber, caster, the toe-in, the fuel mixture you use, the charge time of your batteries, the needle settings of your nitro, the running temp, how many races you get in before you need to rebuild your motor, the shock oil you use, and any thing else that you can think of.
As I've shared with the subscribers to my RC ezine, you can't improve what you don't measure. If you are serious about racing RC cars, you not only need to master your hand eye coordination, but you should become compatent at adjusting your RC car to the conditions you race under. Your RC car performs differently on asphalt at 10 a.m., with a certain compound tire, than it will at 5 p.m., after the oil and moisture has heated up from exposure from the sun.
The traction can vary greatly. And with all the excitement and preparation of the day's events, writing down these changes can be of great value for when you prepare your chassis or tire choice for the following week. If you didn't write them down, you will probably forget them. And you weekend bashers might be thinking that you aren't serious at RC, so it's not necesary. But let me tell you, if you take the time to write down the current state of your RC cars and trucks, when you eventually change something, or fate throws a tree in your way and "adjusts" your car setup for you, you will be able to measure your setup and get back to that original state, with no guess work.
That means less down time, and more bashing. And if you are still at a loss on how to get back to that original state, you've got it in writing for someone else, like the local hobby store guy, to look over. I encourage everyone of you to write down your car's setup info. It's not only useful, but it will multiply how much fun you get outta your RC cars, trucks, and buggies. Heck, this little tip works on real life stuff as well.
There is one more use for this very important RC tool, and that is to write down your lap times. In order to improve and gauge your racing level, you need to be aware of your lap times. Most racing clubs can print out a copy of the days races for you or post them to thier club website, but to really measure your success, you should keep a log of how you do from week to week. If you do, I promise you, you will find a whole new appreciation of the RC cars hobby. You will find your mind focusing and aware of ways to improve, such as cornering better, or controlling your throttle just right.
It really comes down to the way the human mind works. When it focuses on a goal, it tends to make make strides in that direction subconsciously. So take my advice... write it down and measure. If you are looking for more information on how to drive and wrench your RC cars better, you can download my ebook, The RC Insider's Unfair Advantage Radio Controlled Car Secrets Guide, at now at: http://www.rccarsecretsguide.com.
J.P. Turner, is the author of The RC Insider's Unfair Advantage Radio Controlled Car Secrets Guide (http://www.rccarsecretsguide.com) and also runs an RC blog, RC Smackdown http://www.rcsmackdown.comHow To Plan A Car Show Attraction
Antique classic cars, especially collector and specialty automobiles are a hot attraction for any event?whether indoor or outdoor. How do you get the cars to display? If you are a classic car club, members are happy to participate with their vintage rides. Another option is contributing a donation to a nonprofit car club for their service.Main AttractionThese beautiful motorcars are show quality. So having a contact with a car club is essential. Individual clubs have different rules and regulations for displaying cars.
If you are planning a classic car attraction, you should contact the car club as soon as you decide that you want to have a car show. Time is of the essence to work out the details, and get on their calendar, in the car show season. Prepare questions prior to making the call to appear organized and save time. Some frequently asked questions are:
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Are Hybrid Cars the Solution to Rising Gas Prices?
(ContentDesk) September 23, 2005 -- "Consumers are buying hybrid cars," reports NBC news correspondent, Anne Thompson. "Some because of high gas prices, others because hybrids are kinder to the environment. Either way, Americans are getting into hybrids."With gas prices setting all-time records and rapidly approaching $3/gallon in many US cities, motorists are outraged and looking for some relief. Though reluctant to embrace hybrid cars because of their higher price and relative short time on the market, these new breed of autos may be the best solution to the surging gas prices dilemma.However, are they all they are proposed to be? Are they getting better mileage than conventional cars? How do they work and do they need to be recharged? These and many other questions are still on the minds of those who are hesitant to take the plunge and venture into territory unknown.Andy Grant and Taylor Reid, authors of the eBook, All About Hybrid Cars: Maximum Performance/Minimum Impact, saw the...
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Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum Gets New Classic Cars
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum would be holding their very first Annual Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum Benefit Extravaganza and as part of this event, the museum would be actually having a live automobile auction. In fact, automobiles that would be auctioned off during the mentioned event would include a 1936 Cord 810 Westchester Sedan. If you are interested, you can bid for that vehicle or you also can bid for a 1929 Chrysler Imperial Roadster. These are the two new vehicles which have been added to the list of vehicles to be auctioned off.
These classic vehicles that would be auctioned off are actually considered to be quite unique in their own ways.
In fact, the 1936 Cord 210 Westchester Sedan is one of the 401 units that have been produced with a bustle trunk. And the chances of finding the other 400 are quite slim especially if the units have not been maintained well. As per the Chrysler Imperial Roadster 1929 model, this classic car has a Locke...
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New Way to Buy Cars Empowers Consumers
(ContentDesk) June 29, 2005 -- Askaprice launches a service that reverses the traditional way of buying vehicles. It allows consumers to request competitive quotes from multiple dealers, with savings of up to a third off the list price.
"Buyers tell us what they want, and our nation-wide network of dealers contact them with quotes." says managing director of Askaprice, Anton Hanley. "That way, the power to choose and negotiate lays with the consumer ? as it should!"With Askaprice's system, consumers save up to 35% off the list price. The concept is web-driven, fully automated, and does not cost a penny.
This means that a car buyer will receive a set of competitive, no-obligation quotes within hours of submitting their requirements via the web-site."Dealers have some pretty harsh performance targets. Because of this, they are often more interested in selling or leasing the cars than their own profit.", explains Hanley, "Of course, that means that our customers benefit...
New Way to Buy Cars Empowers Consumers
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