Beginner Guides
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How to Paint a Mini-Z Lexan Body Without Ruining It
Painting a clear Mini-Z shell from the inside: mold release prep, masking, light PS coats, backing color, and trimming without cracking the polycarbonate.
Mini-Z Racing vs Bashing: Setup Guide
Racing and bashing demand different setups. Here's how to configure your Mini-Z for competitive laps or backyard fun.
MX-01 Hop-Up Guide: Best Crawler Upgrades
The best MX-01 upgrades for articulation, traction, and durability. What actually improves crawling performance and what's just cosmetic.
Best Mini-Z Transmitters in 2026: Ranked
Mini-Z transmitters ranked: stock KT-531P vs Futaba 4PM Plus vs KO Propo EX-NeXT, compared by features, price, and real track performance.
Best Mini-Z Upgrades Under $50: Every Platform
Compare the best $50 Mini-Z upgrade path across MR-03, MR-04, MA-020, MX-01. Ranked by impact with prices and platform-specific notes.
Best First Mini-Z Upgrades: 5 Mods That Matter
New Mini-Z owner? Start with these 5 upgrades. Ranked by impact per dollar. The first mod transforms how your car drives for under $15.
Mini-Z Race Day Checklist: What to Bring
Everything you need in your pit bag for a Mini-Z race night. Batteries, tools, spares, and the pre-race routine that keeps you off the DNS list.
MR-03 ReadySet: First Upgrades Shopping List
The exact parts to buy first for a Kyosho Mini-Z MR-03 ReadySet: tires, bearings, T-plate, and the free kingpin flip mod. Under $50 total with Amazon links.
Mini-Z Gyro: Which to Buy and How to Set It Up
DasMikro or Kyosho MZW712 V2? Which Mini-Z gyro to buy and how to install it: direction setting, gain tuning, and eliminating snap oversteer on MR-03 and MR-04.