The RC Deep Dive

What is the Best Grease for Open Differential Gears?

Many vintage and rere (re-release) Tamiya radio-controlled model vehicles have an open diff (differential) gear assembly. While Tamiya historically suggested their stock Ceramic Grease for this part, is there something better for lubricating an open diff in the modern age of lubricants? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we look at the world of greases and lubes and discover the best modern option for you. 

How One Hudy Grease Works for Both Parts of a Ball Differential

A ball diff (differential) usually needs two very types of grease for each zone. One for the thrust bearing assembly and another completely different for the balls on the main diff gear. 1up Racing, MIP (Moore's Ideal Products) , AE (Associated Electronics) Factory Team, JConcepts, and Tamiya are all very clear about this. So how was Hudy able to make one grease for both zones of the ball diff? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we do a chemical analysis of Hudy Super Diff Grease and explain the physics and material science of why this anomalous solution actually works so well. 

HOW-TO: Prevent the Loss of Axle Nuts on Your R/C Model Vehicle

Have you ever been racing, bashing, drifting, or speed running your radio-controlled car, buggy, truck, van, jeep, or bus and have an axle nut come flying off and then your wheel and tire assembly follows suit? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we go into the causes behind this R/C tragedy and a few solutions for how you can prevent it from happening ever again! 

Let's Get Into Hudy!

Hudy is known for it's ultra high quality tools, greases, parts, and lubricants. What drove it's founder to such intense standards and are their products worth the cost to get such precise sigma performance levels of perfection? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we go into the history of Hudy and what has made them a leader among aftermarket 3rd party R/C manufacturers of tools, greases, parts, and lubricants. 

HOW-TO: Properly Install a 2.4Ghz Antenna in a R/C Model Vehicle

Vintage and rere (re-release) Tamiya radio-controlled model vehicles were designed for the older, longer whip antennae. So when installing a modern 2.4 Ghz radio receiver in your R/C car, truck, buggy, bus, van, jeep, or tank, how should you install it for maximum reception? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we surf the wavelengths of radio waves and give you the correct signals

Why Do Some Tamiya R/C Model Vehicles Come ESCs and Done Do Not?

Some Tamiya R/C cars, buggies, trucks, vans, jeeps, busses, and tanks come with shrink wrap and some do not. The same is true of ESCs (Electronic Speed Controllers). Why this disparity? We unwrap these dual mysteries of the radio-controlled model vehicle world that are not universal, and rather regional, in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast. 

Why Did the DuraTrax Onyx R/C Battery Chargers Go Away?

Why were the DuraTrax Onyx series of radio-controlled model vehicle battery chargers so popular? Why did they all become discontinued even though they were (and in many R/C hobbyist community circles still are) very popular? What has replaced these iconic chargers amongst radio control enthusiasts? We unplug the mystery and power the facts in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast to answer these mysteries. 

How Long Should an R/C Model Vehicle Battery Take to Charge?

How long should it take to charge your radio-controlled model vehicle's and radio transmitter's NiCd (Nickel Cadmium), NiMh (Nickel Metal Hydride), LiFe (Lithium Phosphate), or LiPo (Lithium Polymer) battery to charge? What capabilities of the charger matter when calculating the time that a charge should take? We amp up your knowledge power about R/C battery charging in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast. 

Comparing the DNA of Iconic Sandwiches to Vintage Tamiya R/C Model Vehicle Kits

Classic sandwiches like the PB&J (Peanut Butter and Jelly), Grilled Cheese, BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, & Tomato), Club, Italian Beef, Pastrami on Rye, Monte Cristo, Reuben, Bahn Mi, Meatball, French Dip, Lobster Roll, and the Po' Boy are iconic in their own right, but their histories and DNA (Deoxyribo-Nucleic Acid) line up perfectly with many vintage Tamiya radio-controlled model vehicle kits. In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we open this connection menu. 

HOW-TO: Program and Change Every Setting With Sticks Radio Transmitters

If you are new to using a stick-style radio transmitter for your radio-controlled model ground vehicle we go through exactly how to program your transmitter and each of the options your have for making adjustments to your R/C car, buggy, truck, jeep, van, bus, or tank. In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we answer this question from a listener using our FlySky FS-i6X radio transmitter for radio control model ground vehicles.