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The RC Deep Dive

RC Deep Dive
Tamiya
Tamiya Frog
RC Hobby
Ergonomics
Traxxas
RC Vehicles
RC Cars
Kyosho
Polycarbonate
Lexan
Flysky Fs-I6x
Tamiya Grasshopper
Brushless Motors
J-B Weld
Artificial Intelligence
Grasshopper
Hornet
Wild Willy M38
Tamiya RC Cars
RPG Archetypes

Welcome to The RC Deep Dive podcast, your daily masterclass in the world of Tamiya radio-controlled model vehicles in under 30 minutes.

This is the ultimate anti-fluff resource for Tamiya RC builders, bashers, crawlers, collectors, drifters, racers, and speed runners. We publish a new, concise episode every day, focusing on the vintage, classic, and rere (re-release) models that have defined the ... more

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On some R/C club forums they say that you can and should upgrade your Tamiya TRF (Tamiya Racing Factory) Buggy Aeration Oil-Filled Dampers to TRF Fluorine reservoirs, but this is absolutely incorrect advice. You should avoid these Fluorine dampers fo... more

Some Lexan polycarbonate tail wing spoilers have deep screw recesses where it attaches to the body shell, especially in vintage and rere (re-release) radio-controlled cars and buggies like the Tamiya Frog. How do you make these holes filled into a pe... more

One of the big arguments, especially in the vintage and ReRe (re-released)Tamiya radio-controlled model vehicles obvious community is whether you should use a serrated flange nut or a nylock nut as your axle nut a.k.a. wheel nut. Both have definite a... more

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In previous episodes of the RC Deep Dive podcast we've talked about how the HobbyWing Quicken. 1060 and 1080 are the most popular ESCs (Electric Speed Controllers) for brushed motors, respectively. But in this episode we look at the best ESCs for bas... more

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  • A daily dose of RC knowledge in bite sized chunks. Essential for newbies to the RC hobby and refreshers and new discoveries for us old guys who have been in the hobby for 40+ years.

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Which Oil Should be Used in Buggy Aeration Oil-Filled Dampers on the ORV Chassis?
Q: But the stock Tamiya Frog, it has, well, basically undamped front suspension. What's the impact of that undamped front end gonna be on overall handling?
It leads to a bouncy front end, affecting overall balance and control in performance, which suggests the need for upgrades.
An Absolute Legend: The Tamiya Clodbuster and Super Clodbuster
Q: How can you effectively upgrade a Clodbuster?
Start by replacing plastic bushings with ball bearings, then tackle steering mods and upgrade to oil-filled shocks for better control.
An Absolute Legend: The Tamiya Clodbuster and Super Clodbuster
Q: What are the main weaknesses of the Clodbuster?
The main weaknesses include a fragile chassis that cracks easily and imprecise steering due to flexible plastic linkages.
Are R/C Battery Plug Adapters Dangerous When Charging?
Q: What precautions should be taken if using an adapter is unavoidable?
Lower the charge current on your charger, never leave it unattended, and periodically check the connectors for warmth.
Are R/C Battery Plug Adapters Dangerous When Charging?
Q: What is the best practice recommendation for battery charging connections?
The safest and most reliable solution is to solder a proper Deans connector directly onto your charger's output leads.

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What is The RC Deep Dive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers concise, practical content for Tamiya RC builders and collectors, balancing hands-on how-tos with deep dives into the physics, chemistry, and historical culture of the hobby. Episodes cover upgrades, maintenance, and performance tuning (from gear mesh to dampers and lubrication) while also exploring why certain designs work the way they do and how classic models influenced modern thinking. A standout trait is the daily cadence of short, no-fluff episodes that mix technical detail with thoughtful commentary on the hobby's golden-age lineage, including lineage, partnerships, and notable industry shifts. Listeners likely gain actionable guidance for restoration, upgrade paths, and reliable troubleshooting, plus a richer unders... more

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