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Needed tools for the RC newbie

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Whether you are new to nitro RC, or rock crawlers, or any other type of radio controlled madness, you are going to need to have some tools handy. For most in the RC hobby, fixing and upgrading their toys is half the fun (if not more!). I have compiled a list of mostly must-have tools for the beginning RC addict, with a couple of optional ones thrown in that I have found useful over the years.

Small Screwdriver Set

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By small I don’t mean in numbers, I mean actually small. Have you ever seen the "jeweler" type screwdrivers? The kind that are real thin and have the top that twists? Those are great for RC. I have a set myself in my RC box, and I’ve used them tons of times. Get a set; they are cheap. I recommend both Phillips and flathead...

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