Most cars drive up to 100 feet before the reception starts to drop off. Then you have to walk the 100 feet to pick up your car, or hopefully, the controller will let you turn the car around and come back.<\/p>\n
How can you increase the range of your remote control car? There are three easy ways of extending the range. First, you need to replace the receiver located inside the car. Next,\u00a0 you need to replace the handheld controller or transmitter. You can also try changing the stock antenna to a longer antenna. <\/strong><\/p>\n As discussed, at a distance of more than 100 feet, the receiver located in the remote-controlled car begins to lose the signal from the transmitter or the handheld controller.<\/p>\n Once you increase the range of your transmitter and your receiver capacity and change out your antenna, you will be able to increase the distance your remote control car will run.<\/p>\n Read this guide, and you will be amazed at how easy it is to increase the capacity of your transmitter and or receiver. Another tip you might try is to stand on a hill or higher ground.<\/p>\n Being on higher ground will allow the receiver and the transmitter to communicate better. Sometimes when you get other signals out of the way, the remote control car can go farther. Try this out before dismantling your vehicle.<\/p>\n You will need to remove the receiver on your remote controlled car. Make sure you have the proper tools before you start. You will need:<\/p>\n Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws that attach the standard receiver to the radio-controlled car. Clear connecting wires from the receiver to the car\u2019s battery or motor.<\/p>\n Place a high power aftermarket receiver in the remote controlled car. A higher power receiver will give the car the power to travel farther. Install a new higher-powered receiver into the car.<\/p>\n If the receiver does not fit the holes already drilled in the car\u2019s body, try setting it to the car with double sided tape made from foam, or you can use a gun with hot glue to fix the new receiver into place. Reinstall the wires, connect the battery, the motor wires, and the new receiver.<\/p>\n You will need these tools:<\/p>\n You will need to buy new controller with the same power stats as the receiver. The regularity crystals need to correspond between the receiver and the transmitter so they will communicate properly.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a good idea to purchase both pieces of equipment, the receiver and the transmitter, at the same hobby store or online catalog and from a safe manufacturer.<\/p>\n You will need these items:<\/p>\n It is a good idea to replace the antenna that came with the car on the transmitter with a longer antenna. You can purchase antennas at the same hobby retailer. Screw the regular antenna anticlockwise and unscrew it from the controller. Attach the new antenna and twist it clockwise until it is secure and in place.<\/p>\n You can also run your stock antenna through the antenna tube. Lock the tube in the pre-drilled holes in the car\u2019s body. An antenna tube holds the antenna standing upright on the car.<\/p>\n Putting the antenna in a tube may give you more distance because the antennal is taller and can pick up signals better. A taller antenna will give your remote controlled car more range.<\/p>\n Turn on your transmitter, then turn on the car. Drive you remote controlled around a bit to ensure that all the parts are working correctly.<\/p>\n When you get ready to run your vehicle, inspect your car to for all the right parts. Get the correct tires. Your tires should match the terrain.<\/p>\n Check out the wiring to see that everything is attached correctly. If your battery is not connected, you will have little or no power.<\/p>\n Shocks are essential when you are driving your remote controlled car over rough terrain. Hobbyists say that newer RC cars have adjustable collars on their shocks. Make sure these collars match the ground you are driving over.<\/p>\n After changing the antenna, putting in a new receiver and controller, my remote control car still only travels about 120 feet. What did I do wrong?\u00a0<\/strong>Double check all your connections. Did you replace the antenna and tighten it down tightly? When you used double-sided tape for the receiver, check to make sure you taped it in the right place and did not cover up any receiving components.<\/p>\n Anything else you can tell me?\u00a0<\/strong>Check the handheld controller. You need to make sure it can communicate with the receiver. When you purchase the handheld controller and the receiver you need to make sure they are compatible. If these two pieces cannot communicate properly, your car will not run at top efficiency.<\/p>\n Double check the frequencies and exchange both your receiver and the handheld transmitter to devices that \u201ctalk to\u201d each other.<\/p>\n How do I take care of my remote controlled car, so it works correctly?\u00a0<\/strong>Ensure your motor and slipper gear is aligned. If there is mesh on your RC motor, and it is too tight, it will cause stress to the motor and the electronic speed control (ESC).<\/p>\n You need to ensure that the mesh is just right. A loose mesh will create a power loss. Put a piece of paper between the two gears and check the tightness. Remove the paper before running the car.<\/p>\n Before you run your car, check the screws and make sure none are missing.<\/p>\n Configure your shocks to match the terrain where you are running your car. If your shocks are not configured properly, your vehicle may crash and damage your RC car.<\/p>\n Give your car frequent breaks. It\u2019s fun to run your remote controlled car all day, but it can become overheated and stop working.<\/p>\n I want to take my car over jumps. What is the proper way to jump my car?\u00a0<\/strong>First, adjust your speed. Next approach jumps straight with the tires facing the same way.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t accelerate your car while it is in the air unless you know what you are doing. Inspect your car after every jump. Inspecting our car after every jump may seem a little much, but jumps can cause things inside our car to become loose.<\/p>\n How do I store my remote controlled car?<\/strong><\/p>\n Step 1: Discharge your batteries<\/p>\n When you are finished driving your car for the season, it is a good idea to discharge your batteries. Discharging your batteries will preserve their lifetime and performance. When you get your car out to drive it again, check to see that the batter is fully discharged; the go ahead and charge it.<\/p>\n As a note, if you use a LiPo (Lithium Polymer) battery, they can fail if they drop below 3.3V per cell. To prevent losing your LiPO batteries, check to see that your remote control car has a voltage cutoff if the power gets too low.<\/p>\n Step 2: Take off your tires<\/p>\n Take off your tires. If your tires are made out of rubber, they can rot. Place your car on a Styrofoam block for storage.<\/p>\n Step 3: Store your remote controlled car in a large plastic bag and place it inside a storage box. Another suggestion is to use tissue paper to plug openings that might allow dust to gather.<\/p>\n I have stored my remote controlled car properly, but it doesn\u2019t seem to have any power. What should I do?\u00a0<\/strong>Electric, nitro, gas, or even hand-held controlled to receiver cars can all break down during storage. If you do not have your remote control car running in peak condition after storage, try these tips:<\/p>\n Are there remote controlled car clubs I can join?<\/strong><\/p>\n Running your remote control car in your backyard or lock park is excellent but look and see if you can find a remote control track near you. Enter competitions. Some racetracks require membership in national organizations to use these tracks, but other tracks are just for remote control car enthusiasts of any level.<\/p>\n Expert remote control car enthusiasts have made a list of several of the best RC cars to buy. Research these cars on your own, check out your local hobby shop or order online.<\/p>\n To find a remote control car that has the distance and speed you want, research the battery life, check out the price, and make sure you can change out receivers, antennas, and controllers. If these components do not match each other, there is not much you can do to increase the speed and range of your remote control car.<\/p>\n Keep your remote control car in proper condition, store it properly, and do your research before purchasing a remote control car. Remote control cars can provide you with years of fun and entertainment if you take care of it properly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Most cars drive up to 100 feet before the reception starts to drop off. Then you have to walk the 100 feet to pick up your car, or hopefully, the controller will let you turn the car around and come back. How can you increase the range of your remote control car? There are three …<\/p>\nWork on the Receiver<\/h2>\n
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