What is a frequency clash?
A frequency clash occurs when 2 drivers with the same radio frequency (crystal) try and operate their cars at the same time. It doesn’t matter if one car is on AM and the other on FM if they are still using the same frequency. When this happens one of the drivers will not be able to control their car! Fortunately it is possible to change your frequency by changing the crystal in your radio and the crystal in the receiver in your car. If you plan on racing a lot you must have at least 3 sets of crystals. The race director will allocate frequencies for each driver in a race to avoid clashes. Always remember because someone may have the same frequency as you; never turn your radio on in the pits unless you have the race directors permission. The ORRCA Qld rules inlude a list of allowable frequecies available for surface models. Make sure you use one of these frequencies, some overseas radios use frequencies allocated for other use (e.g. airline communications). Use of other frequencies at
