| Radio controlled cars, often referred to as just | | | | also the more popular than the nitro powered RC |
| RC cars, are a fun pastime for many kids and | | | | car fans as well, because they are so easy to |
| adults. There are plenty of RC car clubs available | | | | own and maintain. |
| in many cities around the country, and you will | | | | Beginners often will start with a ready to go RC |
| find that the cars are extremely realistic and fast. | | | | car kit. This means the car is pre-built, and you will |
| If you are considering getting into the building of | | | | have everything you need in order to get going. |
| radio controlled cars, there are a few things you | | | | When purchasing an RC car, it should have a |
| will want to take into consideration first. | | | | motor, the radio and receiver, and an speed |
| You will probably find that you will get more | | | | control device, which is what will send the power |
| selections and prices on gas or electric powered | | | | to the motor from the batteries. You could also |
| RC cars if you shop around online, although many | | | | choose to buy a build-it-yourself type of kit. When |
| local stores carry them as well. Do a bit of online | | | | you choose to build the car yourself, either the |
| fact finding, especially if you are new to the RC | | | | essential items are in the kit, or you will be buying |
| car hobby, to make sure you find a car or boat | | | | them separately. |
| that you are going to like, and to make sure you | | | | When an RC car has an electric motor, you |
| are paying the best price. Only purchase cars or | | | | should allow the motor a tune up period to avoid |
| trucks from reputable sources, and make sure | | | | wear and tear on the engine, and also so that |
| the site you buy from has a secure ordering | | | | you can get the best from the engine. Probably |
| process. You will want to make sure they ship | | | | the best way is to just run the car with the |
| fast, for a reasonable cost, and that they provide | | | | wheels not touching the ground; with the control |
| customer service if it becomes necessary. | | | | pulled about a quarter of the way, for about five |
| Although some are battery powered and others | | | | to seven minutes. This should be enough to get |
| are nitroor gas powered, the battery powered | | | | the brushes fully seated and allow the engine to |
| cars tend to be more popular, especially with new | | | | reach its potential. Keep in mind that you will have |
| people to the hobby. This is because these cars, | | | | to repeat this process each time you change the |
| powered with an battery pack, are easier to | | | | brushes. |
| maintain and operate. In fact, they are probably | | | | |