6 Essential Maintenance and Performance Tools You Need for Your RC Truck Workshop
No matter if you’re just starting to delve into the world of RC and
bought your first ready to run truck or you’re well acquainted with your
tried-and-true RC trophy truck
(or have a fleet of them), from time to time you’ll need to perform
routine maintenance on your vehicles. If you’re more advanced, you might
even start making tweaks and adjustments to your race cars to improve
their performance come race day.
Whatever camp you fall in, no matter your experience, having a well-equipped toolbox or workshop will help make maintenance easier, save you from headaches, and ultimately improve your RC vehicle experience. Here are six essentials you should have in your workshop.
Screwdrivers
For most RC applications, you’ll need Phillips head screwdrivers, although a flat head can come in handy from time to time. It’s also worth mentioning that not all screwdrivers are the same, and if you want to take RC seriously for the long-term, it’s worth investing in a quality set of screwdrivers. Make sure you have different sizes for a variety of different screws too.
Hobby Blade
The humble hobby blade is useful for many different applications, including cutting out stickers, removing insulation from wires, and even opening your new parts. Pick up one with a comfortable handle and a pack of super-sharp blades, so you always have a fresh blade for extra smooth cuts.
Body Reamer
You don’t necessarily need a body reamer to cut body holes, but unless you have expert precision and a steady hand, creating perfect body holes without one is near impossible. Body reamers typically feature measurements directly on the conical blade so you can get precisely the right sized hole every time. Simply push the pointed end into the body and start twisting. Once you reach your desired diameter, you’re left with a clean, burr-free hole.
Heat Gun
Whether you run electric or nitro RC trail trucks—or any RC trucks, really—a heat gun is a must. While you might have used a hair dryer in the past, upgrading to a heat gun will put out more heat and make it easier to shrink tubing around wires or apply vinyl body skins. With enough heat, you can even use it to preheat your nitro engine if it’s having trouble turning over in the starter box.
Hex Wrenches
In addition to a set of screwdrivers, you need a set of hex keys and wrenches to match the screws and bolts on your RC. A set of quality hex keys and wrenches will ensure no screw or bolt stands in your way while performing routine maintenance on your vehicle. In addition, look for ones clearly labeled with an included organizer so you can avoid sorting through every single Allen key to find the one you need.
Soldering Iron
If you run an electric vehicle, you’ll definitely need a high-temp soldering iron, but nitro drivers can find a need for this item as well. Invest in a quality high-temp soldering iron so you can avoid the frustration of cold solder joints and you can speed through the wiring process.
There are other essentials that you should have in your toolbox, but these six will definitely come in handy. Consider your needs and what you’d like to do with your fleet and pick up the tools that will make your maintenance process easier for you.
About Tower Hobbies®
For nearly 50 years, Tower Hobbies® has been one of the most trusted, respected, reliable, and friendly names in the hobby industry. With an enormous collection of RC trucks for sale, as well as RC cars, planes, helicopters, drones, and all of the accessories to keep them running and optimized, Tower Hobbies® is an RC enthusiast’s paradise. The stellar quality and variety of their stock is matched only by the friendliness and support of their staff. They are the realization of a neighborhood hobby store with an online selection.
To browse their RC vehicles and accessories, visit Towerhobbies.com
Whatever camp you fall in, no matter your experience, having a well-equipped toolbox or workshop will help make maintenance easier, save you from headaches, and ultimately improve your RC vehicle experience. Here are six essentials you should have in your workshop.
Screwdrivers
For most RC applications, you’ll need Phillips head screwdrivers, although a flat head can come in handy from time to time. It’s also worth mentioning that not all screwdrivers are the same, and if you want to take RC seriously for the long-term, it’s worth investing in a quality set of screwdrivers. Make sure you have different sizes for a variety of different screws too.
Hobby Blade
The humble hobby blade is useful for many different applications, including cutting out stickers, removing insulation from wires, and even opening your new parts. Pick up one with a comfortable handle and a pack of super-sharp blades, so you always have a fresh blade for extra smooth cuts.
Body Reamer
You don’t necessarily need a body reamer to cut body holes, but unless you have expert precision and a steady hand, creating perfect body holes without one is near impossible. Body reamers typically feature measurements directly on the conical blade so you can get precisely the right sized hole every time. Simply push the pointed end into the body and start twisting. Once you reach your desired diameter, you’re left with a clean, burr-free hole.
Heat Gun
Whether you run electric or nitro RC trail trucks—or any RC trucks, really—a heat gun is a must. While you might have used a hair dryer in the past, upgrading to a heat gun will put out more heat and make it easier to shrink tubing around wires or apply vinyl body skins. With enough heat, you can even use it to preheat your nitro engine if it’s having trouble turning over in the starter box.
Hex Wrenches
In addition to a set of screwdrivers, you need a set of hex keys and wrenches to match the screws and bolts on your RC. A set of quality hex keys and wrenches will ensure no screw or bolt stands in your way while performing routine maintenance on your vehicle. In addition, look for ones clearly labeled with an included organizer so you can avoid sorting through every single Allen key to find the one you need.
Soldering Iron
If you run an electric vehicle, you’ll definitely need a high-temp soldering iron, but nitro drivers can find a need for this item as well. Invest in a quality high-temp soldering iron so you can avoid the frustration of cold solder joints and you can speed through the wiring process.
There are other essentials that you should have in your toolbox, but these six will definitely come in handy. Consider your needs and what you’d like to do with your fleet and pick up the tools that will make your maintenance process easier for you.
About Tower Hobbies®
For nearly 50 years, Tower Hobbies® has been one of the most trusted, respected, reliable, and friendly names in the hobby industry. With an enormous collection of RC trucks for sale, as well as RC cars, planes, helicopters, drones, and all of the accessories to keep them running and optimized, Tower Hobbies® is an RC enthusiast’s paradise. The stellar quality and variety of their stock is matched only by the friendliness and support of their staff. They are the realization of a neighborhood hobby store with an online selection.
To browse their RC vehicles and accessories, visit Towerhobbies.com
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