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A familiar scenario that we have probably all seen before or maybe done once or twice is skimping on tools. There are times when buying tools feels like a waste, especially when the nagging voice in your head keeps telling you that you can make do with what you already have at home. Fight the urge! We have special tools for a reason. If you have regretted following the voice in your head a couple of times before, then this is your sign to invest in better ones that are much better suited for the job.
Summary
- The Value Of Using Good RC Tools
- In Conclusion
The Value Of Using Good RC Tools
RCs have unique sizes and parts that need the extra care and attention that only a specialized tool can give and provide. Investing in a tool that perfectly suits your car is definitely going to be worth every cent in the long run, especially when you are not ruining any nuts and bolts in the process.
What is a common tool used in RC repair and maintenance, you ask? Though there are many gadgets and tools, in this blog we will be covering one of the basics of a tool kit: the screwdriver. More specifically, ones that are commonly used in RCs—hexagonal drivers, or hex drivers, as they are more commonly referred to— Typically, hex drivers come in sizes of 1.5 millimetres and 2 millimetres. These sizes are very small, making them quite difficult to deal with, especially when paired with equally small nuts and bolts.
When undoing these small nuts and bolts, it is important to do so carefully so as not to damage the screw sockets. For this reason, there are specialized tools for RCs that are designed to minimize the risk.
What is a Hex Driver?
RCs need a special type of screwdriver to work with the intricate components inside each car. Hex drivers, or hex wrenches, as they are sometimes called, are specialized precision screwdrivers that are designed in a way that allows users to carefully undo small screws with a simple turn of the shaft. These drivers are constructed to give users more control, therefore lowering the chance of damaging RC's delicate parts, and commonly come in sizes of 1.5 millimetres, 2 millimetres, 2.5 millimetres, 3 millimetres, 3.5 millimetres, 4 millimetres, 5 millimetres, 6 millimetres, 7 millimetres, and 8 millimetres.
Remember that these are not to be confused with hex keys or allen keys, another type of tool that commonly pops up when "hex" tools are searched online. They might share the same name, and oftentimes when looking up "hex wrenches," one or the other pops up but these tools are quite different structure-wise . Hex keys are L-shaped metal tools with a hexagonal tip, while hex drivers are a type of precision screwdriver with a simple hexagonal tip or a distinctive ball-like hexagonal tip and a handle.
Hex drivers often have removable tips, and various companies that make these tools make it so that they can be kept around for a longer period of time. Investing on a tool that you know is of superior quality will reduce the chances of you purchasing a new one in case the one that you have is not working as it should. These specialized tools are constructed with the users in mind and that it will serve the purpose that it is created for effectively, but the design of each tool differs widely especially considering the price.
Want to get one for yourself? Check out some of the hex drivers from our collection:
Arrowmax Hex Drivers
ARROWMAX Ball Driver Hex Wrench 2.0 x 120mm
Arrowmax has their very own rendition of the hex driver with a removal tip, introducing their ball driver hex wrenches. The brand features different types of handles with unique designs, including their iconic honeycomb design in gray and gold.
Check out the Arrowmax hex driver selection here
Get the ARROWMAX Ball Driver Hex Wrench 2.0 x 120mm here
ARROWMAX Ball Driver Hex Wrench 1.5 x 120mm
Get the ARROWMAX Ball Driver Hex Wrench 1.5 x 120mm
NINESTEPS Essential Tool Sets
These handy sets provide you with the essential tools you will need when working on and maintaining your RC Car, Buggy, Truggy or Truck. Each tool is designed for ease-of-use, longevity, easy maintenance and easy identification. They can also be used on any nut or bolt that requires relatively low-torque application so you can get your money's worth of use!
NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 5 Piece Tool Set
The NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 5 Piece Tool Set includes the following tools:
- Hex Driver - 1.5 millimetres
- Hex Driver - 2.0 millimetres
- Hex Driver - 2.5 millimetres
- Nut Driver - 5.5 millimetres
- Nut Driver - 7.0 millimetres
Get the NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 5 Piece Tool Set here
NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 7 Piece Tool Set
The NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 5 Piece Tool Set includes the following tools:
- Hex Driver - 1.5 millimetres
- Hex Driver - 2.0 millimetres
- Hex Driver - 2.5 millimetres
- Hex Driver - 3.0 millimetres
- Nut Driver - 5.5 millimetres
- Nut Driver - 7.0 millimetres
- Wheel Nut Driver - 17.0 millimetres
Get the NINESTEPS Essential RC Tool 7 Piece Tool Set here
In Conclusion
Having tools that are fit for the job will ensure that your RC will be well taken care of. Delicate nuts and bolts should be dealt with tools that are designed for it to lower the chances of causing damage. These tools are made for a reason, so it is best to take advantage of them to get the best results for our valued models. Quality tools are built to last and are made to perform their tasks effectively, investing in these tools will definitely help you save more money in the long run.
At Hearns Hobbies, we offer a wide range of products for beginner and experienced modelers. Find the best one for your needs and preferences here!
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