Looking Into Gas Powered Radio Control Cars

When you want to be a serious minded race enthusiast, you'll find that gas powered radio controlled cars are right up your alley. While you can get them in hobby shops, gas powered radio controlled cars are far more than toys, and when you want to see realistic features and impressive speed and performance, you'll find that this is the type of car for you. The gasoline run models utilize internal combustion engines and the result is some great speed!

There are plenty of affordable models to choose from when you are looking at gasoline powered radio controlled cars. The selection is one of the best features of this hobby, and even large gas powered models are gaining more popularity. 


You'll find that the fuel engine sizes will run between .12 to .21 cubic inches, and while they are small, they are meant to run and handle with the same power, speed and momentum of a real car.

You'll use 12 AA batteries to get the onboard electronics going, and a glow plug, which serves the same purpose as a spark plug, can be used to start the engine. Fuel is used to run it, and you'll find that it is easy to get cars that are ready to go right out of the box. You'll have everything that you need to get started with this hobby.

You'll find that the realistic performance of these cars is nothing that can be found with electric powered cars. If you want to race outdoors, the gas powered models are the ones for you. Electric rc cars are meant for indoor venues, and you'll find that the gas powered cars are much tougher, running on a special gasoline that is called nitro.

“Nitro cars” are another way to say “gas powered cars.” When speed is a priority, you'll find that your gas powered car can move forward at speeds like 75 miles per hour. This is a very reasonable hobby to get into economically, and no matter what your budget is, you are sure to find something that suits.

Gas RC cars can really give you the 'ride' of your life. They have fewer parts and most people find them much more smooth to operate than electrically powered cars. You can get the parts and the fuel that you need at any hobby shop, and you'll find that the car and maintenance of these vehicles is a lot like the care that you would take of a full sized car.

Although it is fairly basic, do remember that your high speed gas powered RC car can need more tune ups and more regular maintenance than electric radio controlled cars do. Remember that some manufacturers do require that you be above the age of sixteen before you can operate them, and given the fact that they are very powerful replicas of real cars, you'll find that it takes some practice and learning to make sure that you can handle them.

 The more you practice, the better your experience will be, and you'll soon discover that gas powered cars are an impressive way to spend your time.

Choose the car that is best going to suit your tastes when it comes to racing and speed. Maintenance and affordability are a breeze when it comes to gas powered RC cars, and you'll soon see why so many people love them.

Good Gas RC Car Maintenance

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How to maintain your Gas RC Cars for Long Life

When you want to make sure that your gas RC cars stay in good shape, and when you want to get the most use out of them, you'll find that good care can go a long way!

First, consider what you need to do before you let it run and before you change out the battery. Is there any damage on the tires or on the structure of the car? Are all the screws tightened? These are just the basics, but you'll be surprised how much grief they spare you.

 All the wires should be connected, especially where they meet the batteries, and if you have adjustable shocks, make sure that they are set for the kind of terrain you want to run. Unless you have decided that you want some interesting weight distribution, make sure that the weight is evenly distributed, and get the right tires for your car.

 Remember that pavement or off-road racing needs heavier tires and if the tires get loose, take some time to make sure that they have been re glued well.

Are your motor and slipper gear properly aligned? If they are not, this can cause some nasty wear on your RC car. Check the alignment; the mesh should be neither too loose nor too tight.

 The gap between them can be measured with the width of a piece of paper, but remember to remove the paper before you put it back together. Are the motor and the slipper gear in tight? If not, consider using some LocTite on the screws before you tighten them down again.

Always make sure that you've put your car down on something that it can handle. A race car, for example, cannot be expected to do so well off-road, and a carpet car isn't made for jumps. If you crash your car too often, you are going to to see more damage. If you are going to jump, always do it at a steady speed, without acceleration and do it head on, not at an angle.

Never let your electrical components overheat. If you can smell burning electronics, this means that there is too much stress on the motor and that there is too much damage being done. Do not allow your RC car to get wet. Moisture will invite corrosion and damage the electrical parts. Before you recharge your batteries, make sure that they are completely discharged unless you have instructions otherwise.

Always make sure that you follow the manufacturer's recommendations when you are dealing with maintenance if you have a gas engine in your RC car. This typically means that you need to clean and oil the filter before storage and drain the fuel.

Use a damp cloth to take away debris or dirt before you put your car away. The batteries should be removed from the car and the controller, and leaving them over an extended time can be quite bad for your car if you leave in long storage. Do you need to replace any parts before you use your car again? Remember that racing with broken parts can lead to more damage, so always make sure that you get the replacement parts that are the most important to the car you have.

Cars do have an end to their use life, but if you get a good quality product from the beginning, it will cost you less in the long run. Always use your common sense and make sure that you follow the maintenance on your RC car or nitro gas rc cars.

Nitro Gas RC Cars

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Nitro gas RC cars are probably the most complex remote control cars available out there but once learn can provide hours of fun and healthy competition.

Nitro cars are completely air cooled, and may be run continuously with no need to take breaks for cooling down. 

The nitro cars tend to be larger than electric RC cars on average, because affordable high-performance electronics are only generally available in 1:10 scale and smaller.

Nitro remote control cars are very powerful and fast and offer a realistic driving experience with advanced features. Now one thing I'd like to make clear if you are someone just starting out, electric remote control cars are easier for beginners to drive but they too are responsive and quick. 

Of course once you get familiar with it you'll want to upgrade to something with a little more kick and power to it!

What Runs a Nitro Remote Control Vehicle

Primarily, these remote control cars are run on nitro fuel. This fuel's composition may contain castor oil, synthetic oil, or a mixture of both. When castor oil breaks down at high temperatures it creates a lubricating film, something you want to happen, but it can make a bit of a mess if you're not careful! Just look at the floor in my garage!

Where Gas RC Cars Can Be Used

Remote control cars can be raced on the street, in your backyard or even in a park. Building a track for a remote control truck is half the fun; try taking your RC cars out for a drive on a wild, bumpy course. Granted you will need access to some land as tearing up your local park might get you a visit from the city officials.

More Pointers on Remote Control Cars

A speed controller is very important to remote control cars; no matter they are simple or complex structures. Remote control cars are a progressively fashionable pastime specifically already made for both nitro or gasoline powered Remote Control cars and trucks and electric R.C. Why is that, you might ask?

Remote control cars vary greatly in their sturdiness, and some of them may not be sturdy enough for the rough and tumble set. This could further increase the danger of choking if the authentic looking remote control cars have a lot of small pieces like headlights, side mirrors, or hood ornaments that could break off and seem like a tasty snack to an extremely young child.

Radio Shack and Tyco also make inexpensive remote control cars as toys. Radio-controlled cars use a common set of components for their control and operation.

Electric vehicles are usually slightly faster around the track because battery and motor power is more easily controllable, but the advantage is negligible. Larger nitro-- powered vehicles such as the k-scale on-road cars are amazingly fast and can run up to 1-hour Mains. 

Electric cars are powered by an electric motor and electrical batteries.

Generally the nitro gas RC cars require a bit more maintenance compared to the electric RC cars, and therefore the electric are preferred by first timers in the hobby. For the timid you can start out with an electric one and then upgrade…when you have the guts to play with nitro power!!!

Gas RC Cars - Life Long Hobby

This blog is going to be all about gas RC cars and remote control madness! I have been racing these gas powered beasts since I was 15, so nearly have my life!

There is something to be said about the thrill of racing something so quickly around a course; smelling the exhaust from the oil and fuel.

Stay posted to this blog for the latest in gas RC cars and even sometimes the RC gas trucks.