Take a trip Around the Circuit for quick tips, product updates, and XMODS news in mainstream media.
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| Quick Tip #6 |
What's the best way to photograph my XMODS Custom RC? |
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9/20/05 |
Lighting is the biggest key to a good photograph when posting your pics on Rate-An-XMODS or sharing them with friends. You want to show off the color, style and dimension of your ride, so make sure it is evenly lit across the front. The sun often provides the best light. Make sure the light is behind you when taking your picture. |
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| Quick Tip #5 |
Can undercarriage neons be added to my XMODS Custom RC? |
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9/20/05 |
Yes. Although RadioShack does not currently supply these lights, certain neons designed for RC cars can be added. The most difficult part of adding these lights is fitting the necessary battery pack inside the car body. Some have done it successfully, without interfering with their RC's mechanics and electronics. See the Featured XMODS article for some extra tips. |
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8/23/05 |
Name: David Jun
Age: 32
Hometown: Mission Viejo, CA.
Favorite XMODS Body: Nissan Skyline
Greatest RC Achievement: I won an expensive real car once
2004 XRL Tournament: Finished 1st Place Overall
"One of the best ways to maximize your motors capabilities is to install ball bearings in your car. However, before you do, there are a few simple steps to insure you're getting the most from your bearings. Begin by putting all of the ball bearings in a small container such as a small empty jar with a lid. Then spray motor spray (contact cleaner) into the jar until the bearings are submerged. Put on the lid and gently shake the jar for a few minutes. The purpose is to clean out the power robbing grease that is packed into the ball bearings. Once the grease is washed out, remove the bearings and place them on a paper towel until they dry. After they are dry, oil the bearings with light bearing oil and you're done. The bearings can now be installed in your car and you should now have better speed, acceleration and efficiency."
Disclaimer: This tip can reduce the life of the ball bearings.
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8/23/05 |
No, although changing tires will alter the performance of your car, the official XMODS wheels available in your Tire and Wheel Upgrade Kits are comparable in weight and form and will not substantially affect your car's performance. But they can add a killer personalized style to your ride.
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8/17/05 |
Yes. Although RadioShack does not currently supply these lights, certain neons designed for RC cars can be added. The most difficult part of adding these lights is fitting the necessary battery pack inside the car body. Some have done it successfully, without interfering with their RC's mechanics and electronics. See the Featured XMODS article for some extra tips.
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8/17/05 |
At 1:28 scale even the slightest bit of added weight will affect your car's performance. Added weight can provide more traction to the tires, increase torque for a faster start off the line and give you better handling in the turns. However a heavier car may not reach the same top speed in the straightaways that a lighter car will achieve.
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7/28/05 |
Most of the time the light upgrade snaps into the body and bumper securely. If they seem loose or fall out of place use a small dab of hot glue in the light cup. This will hold the lights in place and can be easily peeled off for future modifications. A little model glue will do the same thing but is a bit harder to remove later.
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3/25/04 - 3/28/04 |
Detroit, MI - After the sheer craziness that was Spring Break in Daytona, the XMODS SDR East Coast Crew stepped on into Detroit Rock City to show the soulsters how its done XMODS style. Cats at the Oakland Mall, Cobo Arena, and those whacked frat boyz from the University of Michigan were among the multitudes that got their hands on the XMODS Custom RCs.
Check the schedule for the next stop on the Stop. Drop. Race! Tour.
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3/25/04 - 3/28/04 |
Dallas, TX - The masses were again clamoring to feast their eyes and get their hands on XMODS Custom RCs as the SDR crew made stops at the Fort Worth Stockyards, Flatiron Square (ask the folks at Zippy's about us!), Deep Ellum and the West End among other key locations. The SDR Escalade, the crew and the cars were thumping, bumping and jumping as we infiltrated the hot spots in the Big D.
Check the schedule for the next stop on the Stop. Drop. Race! Tour.
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3/19/04 - 3/22/04 |
Houston, TX - The XMODS Stop. Drop. Race! Tour made its first west coast stop in Houston, TX. Over 1000 people got their hands on the various XMODS Custom RCs at stops like Astroworld, Bayou Place, Traders Village, and the Spring Breakers hangin' in Galveston.
Check the schedule for the next stop on the Stop. Drop. Race! Tour.
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