You will need a 2-channel radio set
with two servos, battery holder (some AA batteries)
or nicad battery pack, receiver, transmitter and switch
(optional), fuel, fuel bottle, and a glow plug igniter
.
If you purchase a non ready to run kit you will
need a body, header and pipe and a .12-.21 engine
in addition to the above equipment. Most .12-.21 size
car engine will fit, as long as your car was made
to accept that size of engine and the engine is designed
for RC cars. (Trying to put a .21 engine into a
car that was designed for a .12 will not work, and
if you try you do so at your own risk)
A strong steering servo will benefit you in quite
a few ways. Typically you should have a steering servo
with at least 60 oz. of torque. The added torque will
help you maintain a steady line through the corners
when the inertia is trying to cause the wheels to
straighten. Servo speed is not as important as torque
but will really help you transition faster from left
turns to right turns.
You will also need a starter box if you opt for
a non pullstart engine
A standard servo will generally have about 30-40
oz. of torque and a transit speed of about .22 sec
from lock to lock. The servos recommended for different
vehicles are listed below.
