After wanting to build a heavyweight killing machine as a kid, I have made it my goal to at least build some kind of small remote control vehicle, whether competitive or not. (What I really wanted to make was a remote control drinks can named Genghis Can!)

Although I understand mechanical properties and motors/gearing, my knowledge on electronics is virtually nil. So, I request some information on servos, speed controllers, and radio gear. Getting started on making a radio controlled machine.

Can you help?