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KEEP IT CLEAN

Brushless motors come in so many of the RC kits we enjoy nowadays. These compact powerhouses revolutionized the power delivery in our surface RC kits, providing loads more power and torque than their brushed predecessors. Unlike their brushed counterparts, brushless motors tend to require far less regular maintenance thanks to the lack of brushes.

Though brushless motors don’t require regular changing of brushes, they still benefit from regular basic cleaning and occasional thorough maintenance, when needed. If you have put a lot of time on your brushless motor or are noticing a lack of power or some crunchy sounds, it’s a good idea to get in there and give it a full cleaning. Follow along with this simple guide as we detail the process of disassembling and thoroughly cleaning your brushless motor.

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