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Published: August 3, 2007
A common misconception of the RC (radio/remote controlled) world is that it is just for kids, a juvenile hobby, something toddlers and teens get into during their race car phases. A closer look at the RC industry reveals a widespread, wildly popular, and incredibly complex activity that spans from the kid whirling his or her electric truck across the sidewalk to the pro controller racing his or her RC Nitro car on a fixed track.
All RC vehicles, but especially the advanced RC nitro car, require practice and skill to control, dedicated attention and maintenance to sustain (including assembly and replacement parts), and some level of obsession to master. So it is blatantly clear RC is anything but child's play.
RC vehicles come as miniature models of full size airplanes, helicopters, trucks and cars with each variety splitting into different types, designs, and styles. RC cars come in electric, gas or nitro powered models, with the top of the line RC nitro car reaching speeds of up to 70-80 mph. While the electric car can be a great starting point, the power, speed and involved upkeep of the RC nitro car make it the hands down choice for advanced enthusiasts and racers.
The RC nitro car uses a hobby fuel containing nitro methane that adds power and speed. The controls, handling, and upkeep of an RC nitro car most closely resemble that of the real thing with its authentic sounding engine, its multi geared transmissions, and even its smelly exhaust. Though an RC nitro car can be more exciting and realistic to control, its loudness, exhaust and speed usually limit it to specialized tracks and wide open spaces. Whether driven for fun or for sport, the impressive power of these machines ultimately leads to powerful collisions and accelerated wear and tear, requiring constant and intricate maintenance and the inclusion of replacement parts.
The replacement parts market provides everything a RC nitro car might need from stylized wheels to more advanced transmissions to shocks to bodies. Whether a hobbyist is simply optimizing their car's performance or strategizing for organized racing, they have to turn to replacement and performance parts. For instance, achieving a RC nitro car's top performance might include the addition of ball bearings, lightweight parts and even oil filled shocks. The cost of a replacement fender or performance wheels can be anywhere from five to several hundred dollars depending on materials used and quality. But any enthusiast will vouch for replacement parts being the most essential and entertaining aspect of any RC nitro car hobby.
RC cars come in all shapes, sizes and scales with the only constant being the entertainment involved. RC Nitro car hobbyists construct, assemble, dismantle, tweak, adjust, optimize and maximize their vehicles from the wheels to the fender, making the operation of an RC nitro car a labor of love. Locate the nearest RC hobby store and start driving. They may be small in scale, but RC cars are big in possibility and fun!
Sources:
"RC Cars Ezine 8." 2003. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-cars-ezine-8.htm.
"Gas or Electric Car?" 2003. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-electric-gas.htm.
"Online Tips and Buying Guide to the Best RC Cars and Trucks." 2006. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/.
"Radio Controlled Car." Wikipedia.org. 16 July 2007. Wikimedia Foundation Inc. 24 July 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio-controlled_car.
"Getting Started (Beginner's Help)." 2003. NitroRC.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.nitrorc.com/.
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RC vehicles come as miniature models of full size airplanes, helicopters, trucks and cars with each variety splitting into different types, designs, and styles. RC cars come in electric, gas or nitro powered models, with the top of the line RC nitro car reaching speeds of up to 70-80 mph. While the electric car can be a great starting point, the power, speed and involved upkeep of the RC nitro car make it the hands down choice for advanced enthusiasts and racers.
The RC nitro car uses a hobby fuel containing nitro methane that adds power and speed. The controls, handling, and upkeep of an RC nitro car most closely resemble that of the real thing with its authentic sounding engine, its multi geared transmissions, and even its smelly exhaust. Though an RC nitro car can be more exciting and realistic to control, its loudness, exhaust and speed usually limit it to specialized tracks and wide open spaces. Whether driven for fun or for sport, the impressive power of these machines ultimately leads to powerful collisions and accelerated wear and tear, requiring constant and intricate maintenance and the inclusion of replacement parts.
The replacement parts market provides everything a RC nitro car might need from stylized wheels to more advanced transmissions to shocks to bodies. Whether a hobbyist is simply optimizing their car's performance or strategizing for organized racing, they have to turn to replacement and performance parts. For instance, achieving a RC nitro car's top performance might include the addition of ball bearings, lightweight parts and even oil filled shocks. The cost of a replacement fender or performance wheels can be anywhere from five to several hundred dollars depending on materials used and quality. But any enthusiast will vouch for replacement parts being the most essential and entertaining aspect of any RC nitro car hobby.
RC cars come in all shapes, sizes and scales with the only constant being the entertainment involved. RC Nitro car hobbyists construct, assemble, dismantle, tweak, adjust, optimize and maximize their vehicles from the wheels to the fender, making the operation of an RC nitro car a labor of love. Locate the nearest RC hobby store and start driving. They may be small in scale, but RC cars are big in possibility and fun!
Sources:
"RC Cars Ezine 8." 2003. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-cars-ezine-8.htm.
"Gas or Electric Car?" 2003. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-electric-gas.htm.
"Online Tips and Buying Guide to the Best RC Cars and Trucks." 2006. RC Car Tips.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/.
"Radio Controlled Car." Wikipedia.org. 16 July 2007. Wikimedia Foundation Inc. 24 July 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio-controlled_car.
"Getting Started (Beginner's Help)." 2003. NitroRC.com. 24 July 2007. http://www.nitrorc.com/.
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