Great series... For all you beginners I would also add to Rich's commentary is that a really clean also is worth a ton more money when you decide to sell and get something different. I can't tell you how many times someone told me over the internet or phone my Rd is like new then when I get there and see the Rc I get upset because the person never cleaned or maintained it and it may have been only 30 days old but it was worthless all filthy and rusted....keep them clean and fresh and they hold more value
Thanks man great advice and I cannot agree more. I keep my daily driver clean as possible not to mention it just makes me happy to have a clean ride!!! I think I will buy another body to use for show and one for bashing... mine is not pretty even when its clean.
I used Pledge furniture polish on my bodies. When they get minor scratches, I use headlight cleaner (that stuff that gets rid of yellowing on headlights) to polish them back up.)
Gotta be careful with RC and water....even if you're electronics are waterproof - bearings, gears, screws, etc will start to rust and deteriorate quick
As a beginner there is so much to learn. In some of the research I've been doing about my brushed motors, I've found that some say it's quite important to "break in" the brushless motor before ripping it up on the track or taking it out bashing. I don't see a video in your beginner series that touches on this. My question is: is "breaking in" a brushed motor a must? I've found two different ways to break it in. 1. with a half charged battery you run the car at half throttle up and down the road until the battery dies. OR 2. remove the motor completely from the car, hook it up to a power supply and run it while it's fully submerged in water (2 cycles preferred) then lightly sanding/ filing the inside of the motor with some kind of small file (possibly Dremel style) attached to a cotton swab by spinning it inside the motor for approximately 15 minutes or so. Is this a must do for a brushed motor?
Yes, for brushed motors, you can break them in usually with the water method you mentioned. There's videos out there that show exactly how to do this. I've personally only owned a couple of brushed motors in my time at The RCNetwork - usually just crawlers and a couple of low end bashers. The real value these days is in brushless motors - the cost is so far down that it just makes sense for the upgrade, the trouble free usability and the added speed/power.
@@TheRCNetwork thank you. Another question…can I convert my RC by changing out the motor? Removing the brushed motor to add a brushless? Right now I’m just using my cars as bashers because it’s so fun but I would eventually like to explore the track racing side of the RC world.
I just got into RC car hobby, and was looking into purchasing a cheap air compressor to help clean and blow away dirt from my RC car body/chassis and electronics after running it through the dirt and mud. There's a cheap 3 gallon, 100psi pancake shape air compressor from Harbor Freight - do you think this is good enough to use? thx
a shop/wet vac works Really well for blowing off devices & PC's. it doesnt have the high pressure a Compressor has which damages electronics easily, but it has plenty of power to clean properly. plus they cost under $50, that combined with a tooth brush for 99cents will work Great. i do also use a paint brush at times, but a tooth brush has more rigid brissels, and is more narrow. or , you can yank your ESC, motor, and radio and as long as your cool with replacing bearing soner than normally required , you can spray it off in your sink with the sprayer.
Steve Soper I have a poor mans solution for the air compressor with I use but aka a leaf blower lol not even an expensive one just a cheap one my dad bought
All my trucks (except the wheely king) are all waterproof so I just spray them real good with the hose and use a hair dryer on low to dry them off and to get in those hard to reach spots I use an air compressor
Probably not the best idea....that water will always stay, even if it's just a little and create havoc on the bearings, steel parts like diffs, motors, etc. It's just a matter of time before things will seize up
You missed out on the tires. My on-road tires have accumulated different kinds of debris that somehow got ingrained on the surface of the rubber. I cleaned it with alcohol and learned from a local racer that it dries up the rubber. He said water would do just fine. I'm looking for an alternative other than water. Will try to check your other videos if you made a video for cleaning tires.
I’ve found the best thing to clean tires with is just soap and water and even Simple Green watered down. Then, once dry, a shot of either traction compound, WD40 or Liquid Wrench, let it soak in and bag them up in a 1 gallon zip lock. They’ll be fresh and sticky for the next run
@@TheRCNetwork and you are running stock? I dont know why...but i always thought the esc could only handle 2s. One last thing...i bought mine a year ago and i was wondering if you have messed cleaning the front and rear diffs? I put road tires on mine and its never touched dirt...but was curious if you had a video or any experience cleaning those or not. Thx for your help!
It's not terrible, but it does need to be cleaned up to take advantage of all the tech in these cars. As for replacing the oil in the shocks - depends on what terrain you're running in. I'd say usually after every 10-15 runs if you bash. If there's nothing leaking and the oil is somewhat clear, you're good for longer period of time
I accidentally found in my opinion the most easy way to clean an rc car. I live in the south east and the clay gets all over everything really fast. I first use a compressor to blow the chassis off and be very gentle around electronics fans etc. I blow all the bulk material out first. I then use a 100 percent silicone spray and spray the whole car down avoiding electrics. I then blow the car off again and the dirt just flies off. Its not a show clean but it works damn good for bashers and you dont have to use a brush. For the body I just wipe it off with a microfiber due to the stickers. My car gets clean with in a minute. My wife said it looked brand new after it literally had clay all over it and pine cone and tree bark material in the tray... I will have to make a vid on it. I have not seen anybody else do this and it works really well in my opinion.
Tip- turn you’re chassis upside down and tap the chassis to get all the big pieces of dirt and sand off, it usually works very well instead of using a brush for everything.
Br1aNn8 the air compressor get rid of most of the loose and some stubborn dirt, like around the shocks/diffs. The brush gets rid of the dirt that still won’t come off.
Nice, I use WD40 spread it around and blow it off and it works great because the next time you run it the dirt don't stick and it cleans up much better.
shenlonco whatever you do don't use wd40 for lubricant trust me it eats away at the oils and things you want to lubricate my dad works in a fishing company called shimano and they use it but not for lubricant just for cleaning
Hi i know I don't use it as a lubricant just a cleaner and it makes the dirt fall right off the chassis when you run the RC again after you use it to clean it so it works great.
Just a word or two to add: always wear safety glasses or a shield when using compressed air. Be careful when blowing stuff off your skin...Google the OSHA horror stories about that one... I am going to add a caution about blowing dirt particles into sealed bearings. Been there, done that, therefore I recommend removing as much debris by hand. Enforce using the air gun. (BTW, WD-40 is a good degreaser, not necessarily a good cleaner. Residue makes dirt stick.) Regardless, thanks for the video, Rich. You're the best, by far.
I muddied a Slash 4x4 once and never had that desire again after properly cleaning it. I also live in SoCal, so even finding water or mud is nearly impossible
And you may very know....people don't have common sense anymore. I can't tell you how many people have recommended hosing down an Rc because it's "waterproof" and think that's okay
I swear all you RC car creators have the same parking a lot that you use...bahaha. I know it is not but I swear they all look the same with same trucks and building in the background
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Great series...
For all you beginners I would also add to Rich's commentary is that a really clean also is worth a ton more money when you decide to sell and get something different. I can't tell you how many times someone told me over the internet or phone my Rd is like new then when I get there and see the Rc I get upset because the person never cleaned or maintained it and it may have been only 30 days old but it was worthless all filthy and rusted....keep them clean and fresh and they hold more value
Very good points, Craig - It's always easy to sell a clean rig
Great tips, thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching Nf
Thanks man great advice and I cannot agree more. I keep my daily driver clean as possible not to mention it just makes me happy to have a clean ride!!! I think I will buy another body to use for show and one for bashing... mine is not pretty even when its clean.
I used Pledge furniture polish on my bodies. When they get minor scratches, I use headlight cleaner (that stuff that gets rid of yellowing on headlights) to polish them back up.)
Great item too.
Rich, how about products such as Dust Off compressed gas duster??? Great video!!
Sure, it just doesn't have the power like an air compressor
Just got my first rc so this is exactly what I need
Glad to help!
I use a traxxas slash and I used to hose it off until the motor bearing seized up now I use an air compressor or vacuum brush
The RC Hobby wise choice on the change.
Great videos, always inspiring to grow my collection. Do you have a video of your collection? If so can you share it?
No collection video yet...but I do have this quick video: ruclips.net/video/2wmYEVqZGVU/видео.html
Subbed. Just got a armana granite rtr. Figure it’s a decent beginner vehicle. Nice video and info
Thanks! Good choice on the granite - great intro into RC
Yoo where did you get those wheels!!! I love them😍
Stock wheels!
@@TheRCNetwork 🤣🤣
I use a hose then a air compressor to get the water off
Gotta be careful with RC and water....even if you're electronics are waterproof - bearings, gears, screws, etc will start to rust and deteriorate quick
Great Tutorial
Thanks Russell
Your truly welcome and Thank you for the Tutorial
Is there anything I can use other than an air compressor? I have a paintbrush like the one you have but that air compressor is kind of expensive
That's a tough one....borrow a neighbors?
As a beginner there is so much to learn. In some of the research I've been doing about my brushed motors, I've found that some say it's quite important to "break in" the brushless motor before ripping it up on the track or taking it out bashing. I don't see a video in your beginner series that touches on this. My question is: is "breaking in" a brushed motor a must? I've found two different ways to break it in. 1. with a half charged battery you run the car at half throttle up and down the road until the battery dies. OR 2. remove the motor completely from the car, hook it up to a power supply and run it while it's fully submerged in water (2 cycles preferred) then lightly sanding/ filing the inside of the motor with some kind of small file (possibly Dremel style) attached to a cotton swab by spinning it inside the motor for approximately 15 minutes or so. Is this a must do for a brushed motor?
Yes, for brushed motors, you can break them in usually with the water method you mentioned. There's videos out there that show exactly how to do this. I've personally only owned a couple of brushed motors in my time at The RCNetwork - usually just crawlers and a couple of low end bashers. The real value these days is in brushless motors - the cost is so far down that it just makes sense for the upgrade, the trouble free usability and the added speed/power.
@@TheRCNetwork thank you. Another question…can I convert my RC by changing out the motor? Removing the brushed motor to add a brushless? Right now I’m just using my cars as bashers because it’s so fun but I would eventually like to explore the track racing side of the RC world.
i use the same stuff as my 1:1 car
Nice!
Lol
I use baby wipes wd40 micro fibers and a computer air can thing I Duno what it's called
Good deal!
I just got into RC car hobby, and was looking into purchasing a cheap air compressor to help clean and blow away dirt from my RC car body/chassis and electronics after running it through the dirt and mud. There's a cheap 3 gallon, 100psi pancake shape air compressor from Harbor Freight - do you think this is good enough to use? thx
Yeah, definitely. For what you're going to do with it, it's fine!
Is there a replacement for the air compressor. Some people can’t have an air compressor because of the cost or lack of storage. Thanks man
There's also canned air, but that's a few bucks a bottle on that
Ok thank you this is a big help, I just got my Baja Rey in the mail from horizon and I was wondering how to keep it fresh. Thanks!
You would need a water separator for that compressor or you would be blowi g pressurized water in the esc
Well, after hundreds of RC's and likely 100's of thousands ($) in products, I've never had an issue......
a shop/wet vac works Really well for blowing off devices & PC's. it doesnt have the high pressure a Compressor has which damages electronics easily, but it has plenty of power to clean properly. plus they cost under $50, that combined with a tooth brush for 99cents will work Great. i do also use a paint brush at times, but a tooth brush has more rigid brissels, and is more narrow. or , you can yank your ESC, motor, and radio and as long as your cool with replacing bearing soner than normally required , you can spray it off in your sink with the sprayer.
I always use the compressed air to clean my rigs
Yep. Def an easier or poor man's solution if you don't have an air compressor.
Steve Soper I do have an air compressor. I always use it to clean my cars
Steve Soper I have a poor mans solution for the air compressor with I use but aka a leaf blower lol not even an expensive one just a cheap one my dad bought
Ho a much psi is recommended for the compressor?
DJ AidonYG 90psi - the larger the compressor, the longer you can blow air with out it refilling
@@TheRCNetwork thx Im not worried about it running out, just asked cause I don't want to blow my slash to bits 😂
I got a Traxxas 4x4 Brushless VXL Stampede. I got Metal Parts. Man it’s fast 65 MPH
Sounds good!!
All my trucks (except the wheely king) are all waterproof so I just spray them real good with the hose and use a hair dryer on low to dry them off and to get in those hard to reach spots I use an air compressor
Probably not the best idea....that water will always stay, even if it's just a little and create havoc on the bearings, steel parts like diffs, motors, etc. It's just a matter of time before things will seize up
The RCNetwork that does make sense
You missed out on the tires. My on-road tires have accumulated different kinds of debris that somehow got ingrained on the surface of the rubber. I cleaned it with alcohol and learned from a local racer that it dries up the rubber. He said water would do just fine. I'm looking for an alternative other than water. Will try to check your other videos if you made a video for cleaning tires.
I’ve found the best thing to clean tires with is just soap and water and even Simple Green watered down. Then, once dry, a shot of either traction compound, WD40 or Liquid Wrench, let it soak in and bag them up in a 1 gallon zip lock. They’ll be fresh and sticky for the next run
Were you running on 3s?
Santiago Almendarez yes
@@TheRCNetwork and you are running stock? I dont know why...but i always thought the esc could only handle 2s. One last thing...i bought mine a year ago and i was wondering if you have messed cleaning the front and rear diffs? I put road tires on mine and its never touched dirt...but was curious if you had a video or any experience cleaning those or not. Thx for your help!
not in my house - will end up spending more time cleaning up the mess after cleaning the rig.
Is it bad for my rc if I don’t clean it after every session? And how often should I oil my shocks?
It's not terrible, but it does need to be cleaned up to take advantage of all the tech in these cars. As for replacing the oil in the shocks - depends on what terrain you're running in. I'd say usually after every 10-15 runs if you bash. If there's nothing leaking and the oil is somewhat clear, you're good for longer period of time
The RCNetwork awesome thanks for your advice 🙏🏼
Thats why all your RCs look new...
Yes, sir!
I actually clean my RC when I want to. I usually don’t get it too dirty. For a quick clean, I wipe my tires and spray down my chassis.
How about air in a can?
Yeah, but it just doesn't have the "umph" like a compressor
I feel like that car wasn’t even dirty. Mine is caked in mud.
Probably should clean it then! I clean mine after every run.
I accidentally found in my opinion the most easy way to clean an rc car. I live in the south east and the clay gets all over everything really fast. I first use a compressor to blow the chassis off and be very gentle around electronics fans etc. I blow all the bulk material out first. I then use a 100 percent silicone spray and spray the whole car down avoiding electrics. I then blow the car off again and the dirt just flies off. Its not a show clean but it works damn good for bashers and you dont have to use a brush. For the body I just wipe it off with a microfiber due to the stickers. My car gets clean with in a minute. My wife said it looked brand new after it literally had clay all over it and pine cone and tree bark material in the tray... I will have to make a vid on it. I have not seen anybody else do this and it works really well in my opinion.
Doesn't the silicone build up after a few cleanings and then allow more dirt to stick to it?
Tip- turn you’re chassis upside down and tap the chassis to get all the big pieces of dirt and sand off, it usually works very well instead of using a brush for everything.
Br1aNn8 the air compressor get rid of most of the loose and some stubborn dirt, like around the shocks/diffs. The brush gets rid of the dirt that still won’t come off.
The RCNetwork yeah, I use a small air compressor in a can!
Nice, I use WD40 spread it around and blow it off and it works great because the next time you run it the dirt don't stick and it cleans up much better.
I still have childhood nightmares of WD40.....
LOL! =)
shenlonco whatever you do don't use wd40 for lubricant trust me it eats away at the oils and things you want to lubricate my dad works in a fishing company called shimano and they use it but not for lubricant just for cleaning
Hi i know I don't use it as a lubricant just a cleaner and it makes the dirt fall right off the chassis when you run the RC again after you use it to clean it so it works great.
Just a word or two to add: always wear safety glasses or a shield when using compressed air. Be careful when blowing stuff off your skin...Google the OSHA horror stories about that one...
I am going to add a caution about blowing dirt particles into sealed bearings. Been there, done that, therefore I recommend removing as much debris by hand. Enforce using the air gun. (BTW, WD-40 is a good degreaser, not necessarily a good cleaner. Residue makes dirt stick.)
Regardless, thanks for the video, Rich. You're the best, by far.
Great points, Buckaroo!
Do I do this after every run ?
Endust! love the stuff. If it's good enough for Ryan Lutz it's good enough for me.
Yep, endust, pledge and even quikwax from Meguires
that's California clean!
Exactly! lol
I use my motorcycle hand dryer
I don’t use winded or window cleaner. My truck is not a shelf king lol
Br1aNn8 this car was used just for the beginner series....not a shelf king.....🙃
How to clean a BARELY dirty RC. First, own a air compressor that cost more than your RC is worth. 🤣
bryan hall no you can get a little air compressor for like $50.
Now clean a used bash car straight after a wet bash!
I muddied a Slash 4x4 once and never had the desire after cleaning it properly. Plus, I live in SoCal...you try finding mud, let alone water!
I use a hose
Even if you're electronics are "waterproof" using a hose/water can be bad for your items in your RC that can rust, like bearings, gears and screws.
I use wd 40 silicon.
Damn dude that things already clean to begin with, not doing very much cleaning
How to clean your clean RC
Yeah, this was part of series and I didn't want to completely destroy this car for the rest of the videos....
You think this is dirty? Ha... I take out my slash for a 30 minute run and you cant even tell its a truck anymore...
I muddied a Slash 4x4 once and never had that desire again after properly cleaning it. I also live in SoCal, so even finding water or mud is nearly impossible
@@TheRCNetwork yeah for me it took me like hours to clean that thing
So basically common sense is used on how to clean something
And you may very know....people don't have common sense anymore. I can't tell you how many people have recommended hosing down an Rc because it's "waterproof" and think that's okay
I swear all you RC car creators have the same parking a lot that you use...bahaha. I know it is not but I swear they all look the same with same trucks and building in the background
That's likely true! lol