Recently announced by Tekno RC is a Wide Rear Pivot for their 1/8 EB48 & NB48 race buggy kits. The wider rear pivot can be used to increase handling on high bite tracks. Here’s the highlights- * Increases rear stability, improves consistency, and inspires more confidence * Slightly shorter rear suspension arms * Wider C and D blocks * Same overall width, while widening [...]
New from Shark RC Bodies is the Outlaw Black Widow 2 Clear Drag Body. The BW2 clear drag body is designed for serious outlaw performance, while sporting a hot scale realistic look. Here’s the highlights- * An outlaw version of Shark’s Black Widow body * True outlaw body with increased length * Narrowed roof area * Lengthened nose * Larger downforce area * Deep dish cut [...]
New from JConcepts are Pre-Mounted Sprinter Tires for the Micro-B. JC’s Sprinter tires are a great choice for a wide variety of surfaces and are now available professionally pre-mounted for your Micro-B. Here’s the highlights- * JConcepts original tread design * Professionally pre-mounted * Available mounted on bright white or fluorescent yellow wheels * Available in G3 rubber compound * Square, angled pins with horizontal [...]
Over at Traxxas they have announced the return of the 1/10 Slash 2WD Unassembled Kit. The kit version of the Slash 2WD allows you to build it the way you want and even comes with electronics. Here’s the highlights- * Clear clipless body * Waterproof XL-5 ESC * Titan 12 turn 550 sized brushed motor * Extreme heavy duty c-hubs, axle carriers, steering blocks, [...]
Now available for pre-order is the Furitek 1/30 Titan Buggy ARTR. This micro sized crawler is small enough to fit in your hand, but is designed for serious performance while crawling. Check out these highlights- * Hand-built titanium tube chassis rock buggy * Engineered in the spirit of a full-size Ultra4 machine * Aluminum high-clearance links and steering links * Optimized for maximum articulation [...]
Ready to completely refresh the look of your Vanquish Products H10 Optic? Knight Customs has released one of its most ambitious design projects to date, the Terra Recon Conversion Set. This downloadable and 3D-printable kit transforms the stock H10 Optic from a modern rock crawler into an old-school military-inspired rig. This set includes files for both long-and-short wheelbase builds, and features [...]
Over at Reedy they have announced 5 new Zappers SG7 Competition HV-LiPo Batteries. These high voltage LiPo batteries put out serious power and are designed to give your rig more speed and runtime. Here’s the highlights- * Increased capacity with reduced internal resistance * More run time, more power, more speed, and more acceleration * Proven reliability and cycle-life * Durable hard case with [...]
Available right now from FairRC is the 1/10th scaled FCX10 LC80 Brushless Mod in Stealth Black & Cardinal Red. This modified FCX10 LC80 looks hot and has been modified to be highly capable off-road. Here’s the highlights- * Built on the FMS FCX10 Pro V2 platform * 2100kV brushless motor and enhanced drivetrain * Upgraded 1.9″ Batrazzi wheels and tires * Quick release body [...]
Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! You know, as I sit here trying to figure out what JConcepts Reactor I want to build (short or long wheelbase?)—and then going down the rabbit hole of what body, what tires, what direction I want to take it (more on that in a future write-up once I actually decide)—it got me thinking about [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is the Reactor Vehicle Stand. For all you new Reactor monster truck owners, JConcepts has released a dedicated stand just for it. The Reactor vehicle stand works with all 3 different wheelbase options and can help making wrenching on your truck easier. Here’s the highlights- * Original, all injection molded design * Versatile for all 3 wheelbase [...]
The crew at Team Associated have Expanded Their Factory Team Diff Fluid Line-Up. The AE crew has announced that they’ve added 7 new fluids to help drivers fine tune their rigs to various conditions. Here’s the highlights- * Expanded line-up for more fine-tuning increments * New – 8,000, 9,000, 12,500, 17,500, 40k, 300k, and 400k * Silicone diff fluid for use in AE [...]
New from the good folks at RPM are Front and Rear Bumpers for the Micro-T. RPM is a legend in bashing circles because of the durability of their products and their new bumpers for the Micro-T are designed for hardcore use. Here’s the highlights- * Front bumper is nearly 2-1/4” (57.1mm) wide * ear bumper is 1.5” (38mm) wide * Extra chassis protection * [...]
If you’ve downloaded the Terra Recon Conversion Kit from Knight Customs, but prefer a standard look to the front-end of your military-esque rig, you’re in luck. Knight Customs has released its downloadable and 3D-printable Terra Recon Stock Hood for its H10 Optic body upgrade set. Designed to mimic the stock hood of a military off-road vehicle, this hood features a smooth [...]
The crew at JConcepts have announced a P2 Body And Front Wing for the Kyosho MP11 race buggy. The P2 series bodies from JConcepts are designed for serious performance and their new front wing can really help keep your MP11 glued to the track. Here’s the highlights- JConcepts P2 Clear Body for the MP11 * P2 design, performance inspired by JConcepts * Large [...]
Just announced by 1080RC is their acquisition of HB Racing. HB Racing has been struggling for several years, but 1080RC is now in control and looking to bring them back to their former glory. Here’s the official press release- “When we founded 1080RC, we sought to instil a culture of high quality products, end-users first in mind, and always easy to [...]
