In what is becoming a ritual, I have trekked to San Diego to visit my ailing father, and have some thoughts about the drive.
In San Diego – observations of the drive
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My first Arrma RC: The Felony
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My first street basher, and what a beast it is. A 6S, AWD retro styled beast. A handful, a slayer of tires, and a hoover of debris, it also provides endless shit-eating grins.
Project Slash – LiPO and spring preload changes
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This upgrade really improved the handling and drivability of the 2WD Slash. It really opened up the car, and the LiPO battery is easier to charge for me at least.
A surprise – 2WD Slash
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As I get more hours and battery packs on the Slash project car, I find that it is becoming a favorite. Simple, easy to understand, and surprisingly fun to drive.
Slash 4×4 – a Quest
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My recent experience with a base 2wd Traxxas Slash has inspired me to want a 4x4 version. I had *thought* a roller would be economical
Why RC cars?
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Since I can't afford to drive/race stadium super trucks, I am grooving on the 2WD Traxxas Slash...
First Drive(s): Slash 2WD
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In the last post, I mentioned that I was going to put my money where my mouth is. I recommend for new RC drivers to strongly consider the Traxxas Slash, in the two wheel drive variant. A base 2WD Slash, brushed, retails for a nickel under $180. Of course you need to add a battery to that, or you can spend the additional $50 and get the version with an included charger and NiMH battery pack.
Classic Movie – The In-Laws
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An oldie, but a goodie. The In-Laws is a typical comedy from the late 1970's, but the performance and interplay between Falk and Arkin make it a classic.
Bread School: Sourdough
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Sourdough is daunting for those new to baking, but it isn't difficult, nor is it as fragile as many think. Here I dispel (I hope) some of the myths surrounding kick-ass sourdough.
A project – 2WD Slash
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Putting my money where my mouth is. I recommend the Traxxas Slash entry level model as a good starting point for getting into RC cars. Follow my journey