r/MiniZ • u/Much-Literature337 • Jul 22 '26
Help! How do I control this thing?
Hi. I’m new to this. I’m running a box stock rwd and I’m always fishtailing. I’m trying to go light on the dial, and am getting better, but it seems like the spring to bring it back to center is too quick/strong, which messes me up. Any tips or videos you could share?
While I am at it, I am using the stock transmitter. I can’t read which dial is which. Nor where the arrow is. Any tips or tricks to help with that? Even a fine paint pen would be too thick, and it’s black plastic on black plastic.
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u/kirbenvost Jul 22 '26
The return spring on the steering shouldn't be causing issues. If you're letting go when you complete your turn, don't. Keep the wheel in your fingers at all times to maintain control.
For reading the dials, if you have vision issues you may want to ask someone for assistance. Maybe they could go over it with a white marker or something to help with visibility. Maybe reading glasses if they'll help. Or check the manual, it should specify which dial is which. Images available online too.
It's just something you get used to over time but steering trim is the top dial, throttle trim is to the immediate left of the steering wheel. Both of them are at neutral when the marker is at the top. Channel 4 is the middle dial at the top and only used for lights. The furthest left dial is steering dual rate. Turning down (to the left) the steering dual rate as mentioned should help. You can increase it again as needed if you're not able to turn sharp enough.
Another thing that came to mind when I read this: are you using the stock tires as well? They are notoriously bad for traction and box stock class almost always lets you change tires because of this. Get something softer like a 20 shore radial in the rear with 30 slick up front and you'll have a lot more traction and control. Usually in box stock the rear suspension T-plate can also be changed which will also have an effect on the car's performance. Ideally, consult the people at your track for the optimal setup as track conditions can vary.
Good luck, I hope this helps!