RC Tools & Accessories for Touring Drivers | EuroRC

The right tools make touring car setup faster and way less frustrating. Cheap hex drivers strip screws. Worn socket wrenches slip and damage wheel nuts. And trying to set camber without a proper gauge? That's just guesswork.

Touring cars demand precision. The suspension geometry on these cars, things like camber, toe, droop, and ride height, needs to be set accurately and matched side to side. Our racing team has learned this the hard way over countless club and national events. Below you'll find the hex drivers, socket wrenches, setup gauges, and pit equipment that belong in every touring driver's toolbox.

Essential Hand Tools for Touring Cars

Touring cars use metric hex screws throughout the chassis, suspension, and drivetrain. Quality hex drivers and socket wrenches prevent stripped screws and make trackside adjustments faster. Here's what you need.

Hex Drivers (Allen Wrenches)

Hex drivers, also called Allen wrenches, fit the hex socket screws found on virtually every touring car. You'll use these more than any other tool.

For touring cars, three sizes handle almost everything. The Hudy 1.5mm Allen Wrench fits set screws on stabilizers and driveshafts. The Hudy 2.0mm Allen Wrench handles chassis screws and gets the most use of any driver in your kit. And the Hudy 3.0mm Allen Wrench takes care of shock absorber screws.

Quality matters here. Precision-ground hardened steel tips keep carbon fiber chassis screws in good condition longer. Cheap tools with soft tips round out quickly, and then they start damaging your screws too. Pro tip: the 2.0mm driver wears out fastest, so keeping a spare around isn't a bad idea.

Socket Wrenches (Nut Drivers)

Socket wrenches, sometimes called nut drivers, fit hex nuts for wheels and suspension hardware.

Two sizes cover most touring car needs. The Hudy 5.5mm Socket Driver fits wheel nuts and M3 ball link tops. The Hudy 7.0mm Socket Driver handles tire fastening on some wheel types.

Good sockets grip without slipping. This prevents damage to soft aluminum wheel nuts, which can get chewed up fast with a worn or poorly fitting tool.

Pliers and Turnbuckle Wrench

Long nose pliers help you place nuts in tight spaces and hold parts while tightening. They're essential for ball link assembly and accessing recessed hardware.

The Hudy Spring Steel Turnbuckle Wrench 4mm is another must-have. Turnbuckles are the threaded rods that adjust your camber and toe angles. The proper wrench lets you adjust them without damaging the flats on the rod. When both sides of your suspension are adjusted symmetrically, the car turns the same in both directions. Sounds obvious, but you'd be surprised how many handling problems come down to uneven turnbuckle lengths.

RC Car Setup Tools for Touring

Touring car handling depends on precise suspension geometry. Camber, toe, droop, and ride height must be set accurately and matched side to side. These setup tools, sometimes called wheel alignment tools in the RC hobby, let you measure and adjust each setting consistently.

Camber Gauge

A camber gauge measures the vertical tilt of your wheels. Negative camber means the top of the wheel tilts inward toward the chassis. Most touring cars run between -1° and -2° of camber for better grip on corner entry.

The Hudy Graphite Quick Camber Gauge 1/10 Touring is what our team uses. The key thing to remember: both front wheels need to match, and both rears need to match. Uneven camber makes the car pull to one side.

Ride Height Gauge

A ride height gauge measures the distance between your chassis and the ground on a flat surface. Uneven ride height causes pulling and inconsistent handling, especially through corners.

The Hudy Ultra Fine Chassis Ride Height Gauge has stepped measurements that speed up the process. Typical touring settings run around 5-6mm front and rear, though this varies by track surface and grip level.

Droop Gauge and Blocks

Droop is how far your suspension extends downward when the wheels are unloaded. More droop keeps tires in contact with the track through bumps and during weight transfer in corners.

The Hudy Ultra Fine Chassis Droop Gauge measures this accurately. You'll also need the Hudy Chassis Droop Gauge Support Blocks to hold the chassis during measurement. Like camber, droop must match left to right for balanced handling.

Setup Board

A setup board provides a perfectly flat surface for accurate measurements. You cannot get accurate camber, ride height, or droop readings on an uneven surface. It's just not possible.

The Hudy Flat Set-Up Board for 1/10 TC uses machined aluminum for excellent flatness. If you race regularly, it's worth the investment. Some drivers use glass as a budget alternative, which works fine as long as it's truly flat.

Additional Measuring Tools

Two items from general hardware stores round out your setup kit.

A 30cm metal ruler lets you measure turnbuckle lengths for symmetry. When both turnbuckles on an axle are the same length, your toe and camber settings will be even side to side.

Vernier calipers (150mm size works well) give you precise measurements of shock lengths, ride height, and part dimensions. These are useful for comparing setups or troubleshooting handling issues.

Pit Equipment for Touring Drivers

Good pit equipment keeps your workspace organized and your car secure during trackside maintenance. These items make race day setup and between-run adjustments easier.

Car Stand

A car stand holds your touring car at a comfortable working height. This is essential for applying tire additive, checking diff action, and accessing the underside of the chassis.

The Hudy Touring Car Stand rotates, so you can work on all sides without repositioning. Once you've used one, you won't want to go back to setting your car on its roof.

Pit Mat, Screw Tray, and Pit Lamp

A Hudy Pit Mat 750x1200mm protects your pit table and catches dropped screws. The raised edges keep small hardware from rolling onto the floor.

The RPM Small Parts Tray with Magnet holds hardware during disassembly. This prevents those frustrating moments when you can't find the screw you just set down.

The SkyRC LED Pit Light brings focused light to your pit table. Indoor tracks often have dim lighting, and seeing small markings and tiny screws makes everything easier.

Shop Touring Car Tools at EuroRC

EuroRC stocks professional-grade tools tested by our 30+ member racing team. We carry everything from basic hex driver sets for beginners to complete Hudy racing setups for competitive drivers.

Orders placed before 3 PM Helsinki time ship the same day when items are in stock. If you're not sure which tools fit your touring car, contact us and we'll help you figure it out.

Good luck with training!

FAQs About Touring Car Tools

What tools do I need for a touring RC car?

For basic maintenance, you need hex drivers in 1.5mm, 2.0mm, and 3.0mm sizes, plus 5.5mm and 7.0mm socket wrenches. Add a turnbuckle wrench and car stand for trackside work. If you race, include camber and droop gauges for suspension setup.

What is a 5.5mm wrench used for in RC?

A 5.5mm socket wrench fits wheel nuts on most 1/10 touring cars. You'll also use it for M3 ball link tops on suspension arms and steering links. It's one of the two essential socket sizes for touring cars.

Do I need a setup board for touring cars?

A setup board provides the flat surface needed for accurate camber, droop, and ride height measurements. If you race competitively, it's worth the investment because setup consistency directly affects lap times.

What are wheel alignment tools for RC cars?

In the RC hobby, "wheel alignment tools" refers to camber gauges, toe gauges, droop gauges, and related setup equipment. These measure suspension angles so you can adjust handling characteristics like corner entry grip and straight-line stability.