RC Maintenance 101

In this video we go over the way we clean and maintain our cars here at the studio. We know some of you will complain we are doing it wrong, or destroying our cars, but we've done it this way for decades without any adverse affects to the cars. Sure, we know this is not the only way to do this, but this is our way, and it works. Spurred on by our viewers, this video has come about because an interest has been shown as to how we get our cars and trucks to look so good on camera, even after beating the living tar out of them for a video. So here you go, guys. Maintenance 101…Spit and Polish. This one's just for you. We hope you enjoy it.


Music:
Ethan Meisxell: Run
MixKit: Party Robot
Purple Planet Music: Code Red

[scottfirman]

I am teaching my Grandson to clean his Slash after use. For the price of an RC car, it only makes sense to clean them. The very first thing I do is blow the dirt off with an air compressor, using a soft nylon brush to help remove stubborn plastered on dirt. Next is the bubble bath in a tub of soapy water and a soft paintbrush. The dollar store sells a plastic dish pan that works. I turn the vehicle sideways to straddle the pan and use the brush and soapy water to scrub down EVERYTHING. Then I blow it off again followed by a soaking with silicone spray. The silicone does help dust and dirt from accumulating as much. If my tires are really mucked up, they come off. I plug the air holes inside the rim and use a stiff tooth brush to remove the crud. Afterwards, air to dry them and again silicone spray. I add a drop of lock tight to the wheel nuts, and done. Good video and thankyou for sharing the information.

[anthonypellegrino]

Great Video ! I’ve gotten back into r/c’s after being gone from them for almost 20yrs. Your videos are a great help, thank you for sharing them. I’m 56 yrs old…..it’s never too late to have fun.

[SmokyOwl]

I've been using a toothbrush and a few cups of water instead of using a garden hose. Way less mess, you put the water only where you want it, and it loosens the dirt much better because you're using physical force instead of splashing water on it. Takes longer, it could be described as tedious, but it does a great job.

[jjonwards]

Your channel is prob the best on YouTube. You have professionalism, enthusiasm and respect for rc. Kinda sick of all those trashing rc channels for the sake of testing “durability”

Pls keep up with the awesome content!

[jamesleagas]

My god!!! What an awesome and thorough video you have produced! Clear and precise, thanks a lot!

[cjver]

I love this video. In my cleaning arsenal I also have a bunch of detailing brushes for my rigs.

[MONEYMLV]

Thank you for being detailed as possible. I’m new to the hobby and have been scared to use water on my kraton 6 exb v2. With the use of silicon lubricant, I feel much safer that the car won’t rust. Thank you for making this video.

[snospeed]

Thank you AJ!! Looking forward to watching the full vid soon. Thanks again for listening to your audience, putting in the effort, and delivering.

[toyzindahood]

You have a dope collection... you should have more subscribers... thanks for all you do... I'll be watching and sharing

[DennisMadison]

You inspired me to go out and clean my own Vorteks using your suggestions.

[brentlykins]

Great movie with details, explanations, and demos. NICE work sir and keep sharing the information

[OnTarget]

Oh boy, I'm in trouble after every bash with my cars/trucks I drop them on the shelf and run to the next thing. After seeing your video I'm about to strip down all my vehicles and show them some loving. Great video thanks for taking the time to show us how it's done. Peace from Sydney Australia

[yawners]

Really enjoy your videos and the information in them 👍

[grayghost]

I use Rain X on my cars once a year to repel the water. I use a shop vac to remove water after cleaning.

[sooolion]

Im new to the RC hobby and this video is very useful. Thanks a lot

[letfingerswalk]

Hold the phone, I am suppose to clean my R/C? Whoa!

[avelardogimena]

Very helpful! Will bash next day off and will try this. Subscribed

[murtasma]

Just found your channel great content can't wait to learn more. I've been cleaning my cars for decades like this but never liked using wd-40 like others do so I would just let mine air dry upside down after blowing it out really good. I'm going to try using some of the dry lube I can't believe I've never thought of that before I have some already.

[ups]

Thanks for the video, easy to follow and great advice!

[scottfirman]

Another point of cleaning is to find any loose hardware and any broken parts. Covered in dirt, you are apt to miss those things.