RC Drift Intro: Top 7 Mistakes & How To Avoid Them

RWD RC Drifting is one of the more challenging forms of RC that I have done.
I see a lot of people who ask about getting into it, and then make some very common mistakes which reduces how much enjoyment they get.

In this video, I go over the Top 7 Mistakes I see folks do as they try RC drifting, and talk about how to avoid them.

Video timeline:
0:00 Intro
0:56 AWD vs RWD
2:39 Electronics
7:09 Practice
11:03 Too Much Steering
12:54 Throttle Control
14:47 Wrong Tires
16:22 Tuning
19:56 Final Thoughts

Parts and tools I reference:

Other videos I reference:

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[RoadsideRC]

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Other videos I reference:

[Reecefpv]

Nice tips, iv been so interested in rc drifting after putting drift tires on the losi v100 72 chevy C10. I had to make a drift truck since I never really see them lol

[danieldrapeau]

So simple . honestly your videos are so well made easy to follow with no BS.
Keep up the good work Troy🏁

[geoff]

Nice One Roadside!! You helped me around 9 months ago when I started drifting. Super thankful, I’m still drifting, pretty much everyday, still so much to learn. Appreciate this vid, hope it helps keep more people on the track.

[JAM-vuol]

Thank you very much for your advice and clear expectations, this is really working. I made some of the mistakes, but the point is learning along the way.and guide and support from people like you . I really appreciated. Happy New Year 🎊

[MarcoLemmetti]

Hey man, thanks for the tips. I'm very new to drifting but a somewhat experienced crawler so you mentioning some things pertaining to the hobby makes total sense as it demonstrates general tips for all RC applications. Thank you. I'll be watching more of your videos.

[hadynmcloughlin]

As someone thinking about getting into drifting this is brilliant. So simple but very helpful for someone wanting to head out to the track. Looking at the Sakura D5 MR kit as my first kit to build on.

[MrSpecvsentra]

Very good video! Super knowledgeable and very informative! Love this. Keep up the good videos! Your helping get this hobby growing! Two thumbs up.

[jackofallhobbies]

I watched this months ago and it made sense then now I have my first drift car I’ve watched it again and …….
THIS IS THE BEST ADVICE

DO IT EXACTLY LIKE THIS 👍

[richhewitt]

Loved the video, helped me decide what to buy and probably took away the discouragement most people get when just jumping into drifting. Thanks for taking time to do the video.

[BROKEN_CAM]

Troy you are my absolute favorite rc youtuber you know how to explain everything and anyone can understand. Thank for you and your channel. Makes me feel so confident in getting a rc drift car

[barrykennedy]

Great job troy, that's the best video I have watched in a long time... This is a must see for all drifters super advice with no bs.... I watch all your vids as I have bashers aswell. Love the show.... Keep on sliding✌️

[keithd]

Totally agree with you on your advice!!! Thankyou so so much. Practice practise practice is the starting point and getting to know your vehicle as you mention!! Please keep your fantastic videos coming!!

[rcperspective]

Love the informational drift videos as always Troy! Keep up the fantastic content! I like how you do videos on different RCs like crawlers, drifters, etc.

[mattbrc]

Great video. I will be sharing it with a few of the guys in my drift club really is a great guide for new guys starting out. I made so many mistakes starting out. Absolutely love drifting now I have a chassis I feel comfortable with set up right. 👍

[jasonterry]

Dude, your videos got me hooked on drifting! I never thought I'd be able to get into it, but your series gave me the confidence to give it a shot. I basically picked all my gear based on your reviews and recommendations, and now I'm actually learning how to do it! Your explanations are so easy to understand, it's like you're speaking my language. Thanks for making these videos in a genre of RC that can be a bit uptight sometimes. Keep 'em coming, man!

[BlifeB]

Awesome video especially for a beginner drifter like myself. I’m definitely keeping this video for reference in my saved videos thanks bro.

[dodgymtbknee]

19:39 taking notes and got it all wrote down and ready to order 👍
yet again another helpful insight in to drifting, been stuck on steering angles today 😅

[brentpollock]

Thanks for sharing this awsom information. Should help me in my discussions with drifting ✌

[LumpkinMumfins]

Brilliant video. I’m just starting in RC drifting and this is super useful in helping me stay away from buying too much too soon 😂 gotta slow down n PRACTICE 👌