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    4.5 (60 reviews)
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    Season S.

    Found this great hobbies shop when I was looking for an RC car for my son. Met Don, owner, and he was very friendly and helpful. He took the time to recommend a great first car for my son and he loves it. My daughter pretty much took my RC car and Don helped her customize it to make it her own. Their prices are great and customer service is even better. Thank you!

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    8 months ago

    Went there about 20 years ago when they were located in Chatsworth. They make there own motors. Great inventory

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    3 years ago

    Very nice owner and knowledgeable about the work he does I highly recommend this shop for parts and repairs

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    4 years ago

    Their policy is to discard property if you leave it for repair for over 3 months. These guys suck

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    5 years ago

    Super helpful and knowledgeable staff gave me great helpful tips on my build they have a awesome selections of RC cars and accessories

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    5 years ago

    Worst customer service I have ever witnessed, you'll be amazed by how low these guys go

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    7 years ago

    We love race prep! Don is very knowledgeable about all products, and never sells you anything you don't need! Great owner and sma business!

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    5 years ago

    Great support and stocked items. The owner has a great knowledge of rc cars of all types. If you have an issue he can fix it.

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    Glad you had a good experience with us that’s what we’re here for!!

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    These guys are the truth. Nuff said . Very knowledgeable staff and some seriously badass dudes up in here

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