In this video we will look at the features and installation of the HCS O-Ring Independent Front Axle Set. This parts should offer you the handling benefit of traditional independent sets with the convience of o-rings. No hunting around for sized donout tires like on traditional sets. Parts sets do not come packed with o-rings. You have to add the sizes you want to your shopping cart when ordering. source The post O-Ring Independent Front Axle Sets appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this eighth episode of My Favorite Parts, we take a look at HO Slot Car controllers. We will look at the overall differences of basic fixed ohm units as well as medium and top of the line transistorized units. source The post My Favorite Parts – Episode 8 – HO Slot Car Controllers appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this seventh episode of My Favorite Parts, we take a look at HO Slot Car hubs and tires. This will conclude the general overview of HO slot car parts from front to rear. source The post My Favorite Parts – Episode 7 – Hubs and Tires appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this sixth episode of My Favorite Parts, we take a look at HO Slot Car axles and gears. We’ll take a look at standard o-ring front sets as well as independent front sets. Proper spacing of crown gears will be demonstrated. Of all my favorite parts, the Viper Scale Race rear HardSpline axle is My Favorite Part. source The post My Favorite Parts – Episode 6 – Axles and Gears appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this Work Bench edition, we look at some basic as well as advanced hopups to the Super 7 GTS car. This is a relatively long video at 45+ minutes. Get a cup of coffee and settle in. source The post Super 7 HopUps appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

The new Gen-4 Spring Plate Endbell from Viper Scale Racing on the market. In this edition of the Work Bench we will talk about the major features of the new endbell. Features: 1 – Premium Pro Style bronze bushing now standard 2 – Premium brush material composition optimized for best electrical conductivity 3 – Brush size optimized for maximum contact patch on the armature commutator plates 4 – Innovative endbell front contact plates – “Bunny Ears” – developed by Viper remain the standard 5 – Industry first ‘Spring Plates’ allow the easy installation of motor brush arm helper springs for high a ..read more

This video outlines the sets in the HCS Set Library. All these sets are for sale as ONE lot – no cherry picking. tflynn7@verizon.net 863.450.9835 source The post The Harden Creek Slot Cars, LLC Racing Set Library – For Sale appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this video, we discuss the new long travel shoes and pro shoe hangers from HCS. Generally shoes can be categorized into, Low, Standard, and Long travel. Correct applications are discussed. PROPER installation method is also discussed and demonstrated. source The post New Long Travel Pickup Shoes and Pro Shoe Hangers from Harden Creek Slot Cars appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this fifth episode of My Favorite Parts, we take a look at HO Slot Car armatures and bushings. We will look at the difference between an ‘endbell’ armature and a ‘brush barrel’ armature. Installation and spacing of bushings is discussed. source The post My Favorite Parts – Episode 5 – Armatures and Bushings appeared first on HC Slots ..read more

In this third episode of My Favorite Parts, we look at the electrics for popular HO Slot Car chassis and discuss their general designs and how that can affect performance. source The post My Favorite Parts – Episode 3 – HO Slot Car Electrics appeared first on HC Slots ..read more