Best RC Deep Dive Podcasts (2025)

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What to do About the Extra-Long Frog Body Mounts 7:17

13h ago7:17

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The Frog's rear body mount screws are longer than the holes in the ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) chassis. This means that the threads of these 2 screws are exposed. So what are the solutions to cover these screen threads? We take a deep dive into the many options available in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.…

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What is Camber and How Do you Adjust it? 7:57

1d ago7:57

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What is camber wear and positive or negative camber? What is caster and toe? How does it affect tires and handling? How do you diagnose and fix camber issues? Find it this and more in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.By The RC Deep Dive

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Best Foam Inserts for Hornet Large Diameter Wheels 6:09

2d ago6:09

6:09

Hornet Large Diameter wheels are a popular choice for the Grasshopper II, Super Hornet, and Rising Fighter, among other Tamiya radio controlled model buggies. There are 2 types of tires recommended by Tamiya for this 1.9" wheel, but they both require tire foams which aren't included or available from Tamiya. So which ones should you buy? We take a …

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Best Wheels & Tires for the GH2 or Super Hornet 7:03

2d ago7:03

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The Grasshopper II and Super Hornet radio controlled buggies famously have 1.9" Wheels rather than the standard 1.5" Wheels of earlier vintage Tamiya R/C models like the original GH2 or Hornet. So how do you give these iconic buggies a square set-up and keep an appropriate ground clearance? We take a deep drive into the details of how to get this i…

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🗽 Who Coaches the Knicks Next? | OKC vs Pacers Deep Dive 1:10:28

24h ago1:10:28

1:10:28

On this week’s episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast “Thursday Night Live,” airing June 12, 2025, we tackle the biggest sports stories of the week: ⛳️ US Open Golf at Oakmont – chaos, albatrosses, and course carnage! 🏒 Atlanta’s NHL dream – can the third time be the charm? 🏀 NBA Finals drama – from missing logos to market-size debates 🗽 Knicks coac…

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Pro-Line & CRP Bumpers: Improved Function & Fashion! 6:10

4d ago6:10

6:10

The Pro-Line and CRP iconic dyeable white nylon bumper hop-ups for the ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) R/C models not only improved the look of the Tamiya Frog (and sometimes the Subaru BRAT or Blackfoot) but also made for a better running radio controlled vehicle. How is this possible? We take a deep dive into the function and fashion of this popular mod i…

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Steve Physioc Unfiltered: From MLB Announcer to Award-Winning Author 📚⚾ 1:17:09

4d ago1:17:09

1:17:09

🎙️ Steve Physioc: From the MLB Mic to Historical Fiction | Sports Chasers Podcast Interview Sessions Legendary sports broadcaster Steve Physioc joins the Sports Chasers Podcast to talk about his life behind the mic and the stories that led him to writing acclaimed novels like The Walls of Lucca and Walks with the Wind. In this in-depth conversation…

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Beyond the Frog: Tamiya's Racing Championships 15:45

4d ago15:45

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In the Golden Age of RC, Tamiya famously won the German national R/C buggy championship in a race where most of the cars that qualified for the finals were one model, the Frog. However since then, Tamiya radio controlled model vehicles have won many national and international races. We take a deep drive into all of them in this episode of the RC De…

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The Importance of Getting the Frog's Front Arms Right 7:51

5d ago7:51

7:51

The Frog's distinctive double wishbone-type suspension assembly's durable steel radius arms joint serves as a crucial pivot and a primary locus for alignment that influences the front suspension's caster angle which must be assembled perfectly at 90° and kept square to prevent disaster. But why? We take a deep drive into the front arms of the Tamiy…

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The $20.5M NCAA Settlement & NIL Fallout | Monday Night Rewind 51:31

6d ago51:31

51:31

🎙️ On this episode of Monday Night Rewind, the Sports Chasers Podcast covers a jam-packed weekend in sports! Topics include: 🏈 NCAA’s $20.5M athlete settlement & College Sports Commission launch 💸 The truth about NIL vs Collective money (DA’s 🔥 take) 🎾 Coco Gauff makes history & Alcaraz stages a comeback for the ages 🏒 Stanley Cup: McDavid’s impact…

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HOW-TO: Identify Causes and Fix Rear Axle Slop 8:31

6d ago8:31

8:31

In the Tamiya Grasshopper, Hornet, Grasshopper II, and Super Hornet, it is not unusual for rear axle slop to develop over time. We look into how to diagnose the performance draining conditions and most importantly how to fix it in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.By The RC Deep Dive

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The T-Tool: The Iconic 4-Way or Cross Box Wrench History 15:20

7d ago15:20

15:20

The four-way box wrench or cross wrench has become synonymous with ready controlled vehicles and most especially Tamiya. However this t-tool didn't even come with Tamiya's original RC cars. We take a deep drive into the origin and history of the legendary Tamiya cross box wrench tool in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.…

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Are CVDs Necessary in the HotShot Family of RC Cars? 6:44

8d ago6:44

6:44

The HotShot family of radio controlled buggies comes with dog-bones, but are CVDs (constant velocity driveshafts) or UJs (Universal Joints) an appropriate hop-up on the HotShot, HotShot II, Super HotShot, Boomerang, etc. or are you better off staying stock? We dig into these questions in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.…

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What is Binding and How to Fix it? 6:31

8d ago6:31

6:31

What causes hex drives, dog-bones, UJs (universal joints), and CVDs (constant velocity driveshafts) to bind in radio controlled vehicles? We take a deep dive into this problem and the solution in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.By The RC Deep Dive

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Pacers STUN OKC in Game 1! Tyrese Halliburton Is HIM 🔥 Knicks FIRE Tom Thibodeau! What’s Next for New York? 🍎 1:08:02

9d ago1:08:02

1:08:02

🎙️ Friday Night Live: Pacers Stun OKC | Knicks Fire Thibodeau | Rodgers to Steelers Date: June 6, 2025 | Host: DDubbz On this special Friday night edition, the Sports Chasers crew breaks down: 🏀 The Indiana Pacers' gritty Game 1 win over OKC & Tyrese Halliburton’s rise ❌ Why Coach Daigneault’s rotation change backfired on the Thunder 🧨 Knicks part …

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Special Guest PT Winner Dave Rood 48:34

9d ago48:34

48:34

EdgarMTG and Gab are joined by Dave Rood, Gab's old teammate with whom he won the Atlanta Team Pro Tour back in 2006 and who recently qualified for back to back Pro ToursBy EdgarMTG and Gab

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The Evolution of RC Car Wheel Connectors 7:11

9d ago7:11

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When the Tamiya HotShot radio controlled buggy debuted, it came with an all new type of wheel connector that stuck around for the entire line of the HotShot family (HotShot, HotShot II, Super HotShot, Boomerang, Bigwig, Super Sabre, HotShot 2 Blockhead Motors Edition, and SuperShot [Super HotShot rere]) of RC vehicles. We go over the evolution of w…

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Is the Vintage 3-Piece Wheel Actually Superior? 6:03

10d ago6:03

6:03

Why did Tamiya come out with three piece wheels with their vintage radio control vehicles? Are there any inherent advantages with these more complicated wheel designs compared to the standard one piece wheel? You might be surprised what we uncovered on this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.By The RC Deep Dive

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RC Cars and their Place in Japanese Culture 20:29

12d ago20:29

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Kyosho and Tamiya radio controlled vehicles like cars, trucks, buggies, vans, helicopters, boats, airplanes, etc. have had a unique influence on Japanese culture. Meanwhile, Japanese culture has, in turn, had a unique influence on R/C vehicle culture as well. We take a deep dive into these mutual influences in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.…

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ORV Gearbox Bearings: Tamiya Metal or Fast Eddy Rubber Seals? 13:26

12d ago13:26

13:26

The rere (re-release) of the Frog and other Tamiya ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) chassis RC cars, buggies, trucks, and vans come with metal sealed bearings for the gearbox. But are these the best choice, or are you better off with Fast Eddy's rubber sealed ball bearings or even plastic bushings? We take a deep dive into this on this episode of the RC Deep…

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🏀 Pacers vs. Thunder NBA Finals Preview | 🚨 Knicks Playoff Fallout 2:02:43

13d ago2:02:43

2:02:43

🎧 Sports Chasers Podcast: Monday Night Weekend Rewind – June 2, 2025 This episode is packed with hot takes and real sports insights: • Saquon Barkley graces the Madden 26 cover—will the curse strike again? • Stefan Diggs returns to Patriots OTAs after his viral off-field moment • Colorado Rockies spiral to one of the worst MLB records in history • …

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Are O-Rings Needed in CVDs and UJs? 15:21

13d ago15:21

15:21

With default dog-bones, like the ones included in rere (re-release)ORV chassis RC vehicles like the Frog, Brat, Super Beetle, Blackfoot, etc., you need to use the included o-rings for them to fit right. But when you hop-up these drives with the MIP Super Ball Diff and Tamiya UJs (Universal Joints) or the superior Xtra Speed CVD (Constant Velocity D…

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Why Tamiya Subaru Brat Wheels and Tires Instantly Sellout! 14:02

14d ago14:02

14:02

Whenever Tamiya makes Subaru Brat 1/10th scale RC car/truck wheels and tires available, they tend to sell out within a week. Why is this? What is creating such a high demand for Tamiya Brat wheels and tires? We take a deep drive into the many reasons this keeps happening in this issue of the RC Deep Dive podcast.…

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Where are RC Vehicles Most Popular? 20:18

15d ago20:18

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We take a deep drive into which country, province or state, and city that radio controlled vehicles are most popular in each continent of Earth. Why are they most popular here, and what's the difference between these locales?By The RC Deep Dive

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What RC Cars Have Different Names in Japan vs the RotW? 13:34

16d ago13:34

13:34

Many radio controlled cars, trucks, buggies, and van have a different in the Japanese market vs the rest of the world. However, sometimes when Tamiya has re-released vintage and classic R/C cars, sometimes the Japanese names became the global name. We take a deep dive into which RC vehicles have different names and which reres have changed their Ro…

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SGA's Takeover & Haliburton’s Rise: NBA Playoffs Deep Dive 2:01:30

17d ago2:01:30

2:01:30

Welcome to Episode 273 of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Thursday Night LIVE (May 29, 2025)! 🎙️ Tonight, we go coast-to-coast across all major leagues: 🏀 NBA Playoffs: New stars rise! SGA and Haliburton are shining. We dissect OKC’s lockdown defense and whether smaller markets can change the league’s narrative. 🏈 College Football Playoff Overhaul: St…

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How to Clean and Maintain Your RC Vehicles 34:42

17d ago34:42

34:42

You hit a big mud puddle at a super fast speed, and it looks epic, but how are you going to get all of the dirt out of the nooks and crannies of your radio controlled car, truck, buggy, or van? We go over what to use and what not to use for maintaining each part of your R/C vehicle in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.…

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Shock Spring Sizes & Colors: What Does it All Mean? 21:53

18d ago21:53

21:53

Shock springs come in different colors, lengths, hardnesses, and more, but what does it all mean? We take a deep dive into the world of remote control vehicle (R/C cars, buggies, trucks, vans, etc.) shock springs in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.By The RC Deep Dive

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Our Potential New Theme Song 0:48

20d ago0:48

0:48

We want your feedback. Please vote yes or no. Do you like this for our new theme song, to go along with the new longer episodes of the RC Deep Dive? We had to adjust the lyrics after feedback said that you, the listeners, would prefer longer episodes instead of the 5 to 10 minute episodes that we had during our first 40 RC Deep Dive podcast episode…

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How Game Time Watches Went from DIY to NFL Deals – Adam Pennington 47:05

20d ago47:05

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In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Interview Sessions, host Kevin L. Warren sits down with Adam Pennington, the creative force behind Game Time Watches. From manually programming team schedules into watch chips to landing licensing deals with the NFL, MLB, NHL, WWE, and NASCAR, Adam shares the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship, sp…

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What was the RC Vehicle Golden Age? 17:15

21d ago17:15

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What was the Radio Controlled Car Golden Age and why did we call it that? What years did it range and why? Did it lead to a similarly impressive Silver Age for RC vehicles? We take a deep dive into this and more in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.By The RC Deep Dive

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Red vs. Blue vs. Green vs. Orange Thread Lock in RC Cars 14:38

21d ago14:38

14:38

Radio control hobby models often require thread lock, even though many Tamiya reres (re-releases) say they aren't required, yet the original vintage and classic models required it. What is thread lock, when and where should you use it, and which color? We take a deep drive into this and more in this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast.…

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Why are Ball Bearings an Essential Hop-Up and Which Bearings are Best in RC Cars? 26:51

22d ago26:51

26:51

Ball bearings are usually the first hop-up option that people install in their radio controlled vehicles. But what are the best bearings? Are steel balls or ceramic bearings better for RC cars, trucks, buggies, and vans? Are metal or rubber seals the best in the gearbox and axles? We answer these questions and more in this episode of the RC Deep Di…

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HOW-TO: Upgrade to Oil Filled Shocks on the FAV & SRB Chassis RC Buggies 31:31

23d ago31:31

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The Tamiya FAV (Fast Attack Vehicle) and many SRB (Special Racing Buggy) based Chassis RC cars need CVA (Constant Volume Adjustable) oil shock dampers to reach their full potential. In this episode of the RC Deep Dive podcast we teach you multiple ways to get this done right on each RC model.By The RC Deep Dive

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Knicks COLLAPSE, NFL Tush Push Debate & NHL Mayhem 1:55:29

24d ago1:55:29

1:55:29

' In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, recorded LIVE on May 22, 2025, the crew unpacks a wild week in sports! Topics include: Knicks Game 1 collapse vs Pacers 🏀 NFL Tush Push debate & playoff seeding overhaul 🏈 NHL Playoff breakdown: Leafs & Hurricanes melt down 🏒 MLB rivalry week & Power Rankings 📊 WNBA rising stars 🌟 🎧 PLUS: A preview o…

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HOW-TO: Upgrade your Grasshopper with Hornet Parts 16:51

24d ago16:51

16:51

What Tamiya Hornet parts can you use to upgrade your 1/10 scale Grasshopper RC Buggy without turning it into a Hornet? Likewise what Rising Fighter and Super Hornet parts can you use to upgrade your Grasshopper II RC car without turning it into either a Rising Fighter or a Super Hornet ? We take a deep drive into these highly recommended hop-ups in…

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What is Edgar gonna play in his RC? 1:01:14

25d ago1:01:14

1:01:14

EdgarMTG and Gab discuss Standard and Edgar shares his thoughts only a couple days before he has to submit his decklist for the Canadian Regional Championship + a little Modern update with Gab before this weekend's Modern Showcase Challenge on MTGOBy EdgarMTG and Gab

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What is a Square Set Up? 18:38

25d ago18:38

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What is a square setup for RC buggies? Is it better for 4wd buggies like the Super HotShot or 2wd biggies like the Frog? We take a deep dive into this popular tire and wheel setup in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.By The RC Deep Dive

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Steel vs. Aluminum Pinion Gears: Does it Really Matter? 17:28

26d ago17:28

17:28

Pinion gears are available in both steel and aluminum. Usually aluminum comes in the kit, and both metal types are available as hop-up options. Steel is harder, heavier, and stronger, but did that always make it a better option than aluminum, or is aluminum sometimes a better option? We take a deep dive into pinions on this episode of the RC Deep D…

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Clark vs. Reese🔥: Real Rivalry or Media Creation? | WNBA Drama! 1:42:53

27d ago1:42:53

1:42:53

Rewind LIVE Monday Night! On this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, the crew goes full throttle: Brock Purdy’s $265M Deal 🏈 The NFL’s playoff reseeding proposal & “tush push” ban MLB Rivalry Week ⚾ Brandon Hyde’s firing in Baltimore Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese’s media-fueled rivalry 🏀 Knicks, Thunder, Pacers + NBA playoff updates Preakness Sta…

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Tamiya RC Vehicle Promo Videos 1976-2025 20:20

27d ago20:20

20:20

The classic Tamiya promo videos for their 1/10th and 1/12th scale radio controlled cars, buggies, trucks, and vans have a special place in the heart of many in the RC vehicle community. Why is that so? Where could these videos be seen? Who narrated them and who created the music for them? We take a deep dive into these questions and now in this epi…

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What is Understeer & Oversteer, and How Do You Fix It? 29:26

28d ago29:26

29:26

Some RC (radio-controlled) cars oversteer and some understeer. But what do those terms mean? And even now importantly, how can you fix it? We answer all those questions and more in this episode of the RC Deep Dive. Let's Go!By The RC Deep Dive

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What is the Best Wheel and Tire Choice for your 4WD RC Cars? 21:12

29d ago21:12

21:12

Your Supershot/Super HotShot came with some beautiful gold wheels and great spiked tires, but are they really the best option off-road or on-road? In this episode of the RC Deep Dive out team looks at the best off-road, on-road, and all-around best wheels, tires, and foam inserts for your 4WD RC buggy, truck, van, or car.…

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What was the CPR Unit in RC Vehicles? 15:40

1M ago15:40

15:40

What was the CPR Unit in radio controlled vehicles? Why did they become so popular and why did they seemingly disappear? How was the receiver and the ESC convinced in these Control Processing Receivers? We take a deep dive into these questions in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.By The RC Deep Dive

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The Pete Rose Dilemma & MLB’s Integrity Crisis 1:36:41

1M ago1:36:41

1:36:41

🎙️ Sports Chasers Podcast – Episode 271 Broadcast Date: May 15, 2025 This week, the crew dives into a fiery lineup of sports stories and debates: ⚾ Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson reinstated in MLB record books 🏈 NFL drops its 2025 schedule — Netflix games, international expansion, and prime-time Dallas Cowboys 🏀 Draymond Green fined for integri…

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🔥 2025 WNBA Season Preview: Full Team-by-Team Breakdown & Bold Predictions! 2:00:47

1M ago2:00:47

2:00:47

🔥 This week on the Sports Chasers Podcast: It’s our exclusive 2025 WNBA Season Preview — an all-in deep dive into the teams, stars, rookies, and storylines you NEED to know before the season tips off! 👑 Will the Liberty repeat? 🔥 Will Caitlin Clark elevate Indiana? 🌪️ Is Paige Bueckers ready to run the league? 🛡️ Are the Lynx built for a title? Joi…

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Minimum & Maximum Temperatures for RC Components 14:43

1M ago14:43

14:43

Did you know that each part of your radio control vehicle has different heat and cold tolerances? Even different battery types need different temperatures. Whether you use NiCad, NiMH, LiPo, or LiFe RC batteries, we've got the right temperature range to store them in, both in Celsius and Fahrenheit in this episode of the RC Deep Dive.…

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What are RTR, XB, & XSA RC Vehicles? 9:49

1M ago9:49

9:49

While Tamiya is known for it's Ready to Build, assembly required RC Model Kits, it does have some pre-built radio controlled vehicles for this age of demanding instant satisfaction and no patients for the build process. We take a deep dive into Tamiya's ready to run, expert built options giving their advantages and disadvantages over build yourself…

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What are LiFe Batteries and are they Worth the Tamiya Tax? 5:50

1M ago5:50

5:50

LiFe is a battery type popularized by Tamiya in the radio control vehicle world, especially in Japan, and seems to be a middle ground between MiNH and LiPo RC batteries. Is it really even safer and more flexible than MiNHs? Is it really safer and lasts longer than LiPos? Is it worth the Tamiya Tax of purchasing one of their LiFes from them, or is i…

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Mavs Shock NBA Draft Lottery+ Barkley's ESPN Feud Explodes 1:26:28

1M ago1:26:28

1:26:28

🎧 Sports Chasers Podcast – Monday Night Weekend Rewind | May 12, 2025 Join the crew as they tackle: 🗓️ The NFL's 2025 Schedule Release — who has it toughest? (👀 Giants…) 🏀 NBA Draft Lottery chaos — Mavericks shock the world! 🎙️ Charles Barkley calls out ESPN 🧨 🔥 Michael Jordan returns to NBA broadcasting ⚾ The Colorado Rockies fire their manager — …

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