Greetings all and Happy Friday! Well, I went and did it. I purchased a Tamiya Lunch Box EVO. Long-time readers know I’m a massive fan of the original Lunch Box. Here’s a link to my Mr. Yuk build that I did years ago. As a matter of fact, that truck is sitting on the shelf about five feet from me as I write [...]
Over at Tekno RC they have announced Four New Option Parts. The new upgrade parts include a vented brake disc, driveshafts, diff gears, and shock boots. Here’s the highlights- #TKR33345X – Brake Disc (CNC, hardened, vented, all NB/NT48, 1pc) * Improves braking consistency * Reduces rotating mass by 3.5g per pair * Factory-quality performance * Made from hardened steel * Precision ground for a perfectly flat [...]
Now shipping from FairRC is the 1/18th scaled FCX18S K10 S Stepside Mod RTR. Designed for collectors, as well as hardcore trail drivers, the Modified FCX18S K10 S Stepside will look as amazing out on the trail as it will on a shelf. Here’s the highlights- * Classic square body design * Hardbody ABS cab * Hood opens * Remote controlled lighting system * Molded [...]
The crew at FairRC has announced a new Wooden Crawler Obstacle Course Set. This handy crawling course is made for 1/18 to 1/30th rock crawlers and can be set up nearly anywhere. Here’s the highlights- * Perfect for testing suspension and throttle control with uneven terrain * Clinometer — Climbing challenge * Discover the maximum angle your vehicle can climb without tipping * Realistic [...]
New from RC4WD are a pair of Trail Finder 2 Builder Kits. One comes with RC4WD’s beefy Yota II axles, while the other comes with K44 axles. Here’s some highlights- Yota II TF2 “LWB” Scale Builders Kit * Realistic billet aluminum ladder frame chassis * R3 scale single speed transmission * Center mounted realistic 4×4 transfer case * Yota II front ultimate scale cast axle [...]
New over at JConcepts are Renegades BX Tires & Tribute BX Wheels for select Tamiya monster trucks. The new wheel/tire combo was designed to fit iconic trucks like the Tamiya Lunch Box and Midnight Pumpkin, plus they feature scale realistic styling. Here’s the highlights- JConcepts Renegades BX Tires * 4.40” / 113mm – O.D. * 2.72” / 69mm – Width * 1.9″ bead [...]
If you’ve outfitted your Vanquish Products H10 Optic with Knight Customs’ Terra Recon Conversion Kit, here’s another printable option to let you customize your trail rig even further. The Terra Recon Raider Hood offers an aggressive, performance-focused update to the 3D-printed Terra Recon body set, while also providing additional clearance for a detailed, scale engine. This 3D-Printable Terra Recon Raider Hood is [...]
Now shipping from Ovalwerks is the 1/10th scaled 2026 Resurgent RT Kit. The 2026 Resurgent RT is designed for hardcore rubber tire oval racing and has been updated for more durability and speed. Here’s some highlights- * New chassis with crossbrace moved forward * Chassis has more space for ESC when running large rubber tires * Aluminum cross brace assembly * Extra long rear [...]
New over at FairRC is a 3D-Printed Stepside Bed for the FMS FCX18S K10. This new 3D printed bed from FairRC makes it easy to give your FCX18S K10 that classic stepside look. Here’s the highlights- * Highly detailed stepside bed conversion * Classic styling * Full of scale details * Pre-built for an easy install * Precision 3D printed resin construction * Warranty protection included * [...]
Now shipping from FTX RC is the HydroCat Brushless Jet Boat. This powerful jet boat can give you hours upon hours of fun out on the water on a hot summer day. Check out these highlights- * 30+km/h performance * Turbojet propulsion system * Water-cooled brushless power * Fully proportional 2.4GHz radio * 3S 11.1V 2000mAh Li-ion battery included * Up to 250m control range * Ready-to-Run [...]
Over at Reefs they have announced the release of their XP199 Aluminum Portal Front Axle Set in Black. The XP199 axles come standard on their XP10 rock crawler and now you can buy them separately for your own custom build. Here’s the highlights- * Up to an incredible 60° of steering angle * High-clearance c-hubs * Low-profile differential cover * Built for strength from [...]
Over at Rlaarlo they have officially announced pricing for their much anticipated 1/7 Mitsubishi EVO 6.5 TME Brushless RTR Rally Car. Featuring incredibly scale realistic styling, a big brushless system, and a chassis designed to handle hardcore bashing, the Rlaarlo 1/7 Mitsubishi EVO is expected to be a big seller worldwide. Here’s the official pricing- * Special Launch Price RTR Version: [...]
New over at Maclan Racing is the Formula Edge Ultra-Low CG 2S 5600mAh Stick Pack. The new Formula pack is designed for hardcore racing with its low center of gravity design. Here’s the highlights- * Hyper-conductive cell architecture * Optimized internal molecular density to reduce resistance * Delivers instantaneous, fade-free power * Capacity: 5600 mAh * Nominal Voltage: 7.4V (Pro-Spec) * Designed to be fully charged [...]
Happy Friday all and welcome to the Backyard! Every now and then, someone sends me something that completely catches me off guard. A few days ago, my friend Jason Worthley did exactly that. Jason is a hardcore nitro monster truck guy, so I usually expect a video featuring one of his monsters. Instead, he sent me footage of two scratch-built workboats locked [...]
Shipping later this month from G-Force is a Tire Shoulder Gluing Station. The G-Force gluing station is a great way to make gluing up tires a lot easier. Check out these highlights- * Rotates tire at a constant speed for even glue application * Infinitely adjustable rotating speed * Forward & reverse rotation function * Fits a wide range of 1/10 tires, on or [...]
