Greetings all and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard! Well, Tamiya sure knows how to get my attention. Earlier this week, seemingly out of nowhere, they announced the new Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross, based on the new BB-02 chassis. And friends…I absolutely LOVE this thing. What made the announcement even more fun was that I didn’t see it coming whatsoever. We normally have a [...]
After some teasing FMS Model has released full details on their 1/18 FCX18 II Ford F-100 RTR. Featuring serious scale realism and a highly capable FCX18 II chassis, the new Ford F-100 from FMS Model will definitely turn heads out on the trail. Here’s the highlights- * Officially licensed Ford F-100 body * Officially licensed BFGoodrich KO3 tires * Highly detailed scale exterior [...]
New from Team Associated is a Factory Team 74mm Front DCV Set for the RC10B84 4wd race buggy kit. This front DCV set is a great way to help dial in the handling on your buggy. Here’s some highlights- * Has everything needed to assemble and install on buggy * Simple installation via retainer clip over pins * Bones come with a black [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10 Rookie Speed RS2.0 Chassis Kit with Aluminum Short Shock Conversion. This special version of the RS2.0 includes short shocks to reduce the center gravity, thus increasing corner speeds. Here’s some highlights- * Special version of the popular Rookie Speed RS2.0 * Easy to drive with an affordable price * Front and rear 3.5mm graphite shock towers * Short [...]
New from Maverick RC (a part of HPI Racing) is the 1/24 Scout24 RTR Rock Crawler. This small and affordable rock crawler was designed for serious fun. Here’s the highlights- * Available with either brushed or high-performance Flux brushless power * Compact 1/24 rock crawler built to tackle challenging terrain * Realistic scale looks with capable off-road performance * Oil-filled coilover shocks * Two-speed transmission * [...]
Now available from MIP is a 1/4″ Turnbuckle Wrench Gen 2. This generation 2 turnbuckle wrench features a slim profile and is designed for long lasting durability. Here’s the highlights- * Slim-profile for better access in tight spaces * 1/4″ turnbuckle wrench * Precision-machined steel construction * ±.001″ manufacturing tolerances * Laser-engraved size marking * Color-coded identification ring * Comfortable MIP amber handle * Made in the USA The [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a 1999 Ford F-250 Single Cab MT Clear Body. Featuring iconic Super Duty styling and fully licensed by Ford, this body can give your monster truck race machine a distinct, aggressive look. Here’s the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Designed specifically for 13” wheelbase monster trucks * Fits a variety of 1/10 monster truck platforms * Scale-inspired [...]
All new from Tamiya is the 1/9th scaled Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross Kit. The Dune Beetle Cross has incredible scale realism and comes on Tamiya’s new BB-02 rear wheel drive chassis. Here’s the highlights- * 1/9 scale rc model assembly kit * Wheelbase: 283mm * New 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body * Race-oriented Beetle with bulging fenders * Roll cage ensures chassis rigidity and protects driver [...]
New from Vanquish Products is a line-up of 1/10 URB Jimmy’s 4X4 Moonbuggy kits. From basic to fully loaded, the URB Jimmy’s 4X4 Moonbuggy is a high-end rock crawling machine right out of the box. Here’s some highlights- * Available in three different trim levels * Licensed 110mm Fox S8I shocks with dual internal springs * 4 wheel steering * Wide F10W axles * Lightweight [...]
Now shipping from Team Associated are RC10B7 FT Caged Thrust Bearing Slipper Conversion & FT 3-Pad Slipper Hubs. The Factory Team caged thrust slipper helps prevent the slipper nut from loosening, while the 3-pad slipper has increased heat dissipation to give a more consistent feel while out on the track. * #92594 – RC10B7 FT Caged Thrust Bearing Slipper Conversion – [...]
The crew over at Kyosho have uploaded a new Fazer D2 Chassis Kit／D2 Slide at Futaba Video for your viewing enjoyment. The Fazer D2 is a RWD drift machine from Kyosho designed for serious performance. Watch below to see it in action at Futaba’s drift track where is slides through corners with precision. Featuring an easily adjustable wheelbase, the Fazer [...]
The good folks over at JConcepts have uploaded a new Reactor Retro Monster Truck Tips & Tricks – Choosing Tires video. Watch below to see JC owner Jason Ruona, along with Fred Reep, talk about all the ins and outs of choosing the right monster truck tire for your build. No matter if you are looking just for scale realism, [...]
New from Injora are their 1.9" Turbine Deep Dish Wheels (W1915) for 1/10-scale R/C crawlers and trail trucks. While these wheels have an old-school design, they should look right at home on just about any model of crawler. Made of machined aluminum, these wheels feature a multi-piece design with inner and outer faces, an inner ring/barrel, and a wheel hub. Three [...]
Now being teased by Cross RC are the 1/6th scaled EMO XX & EMO XXL Ultra Kits. The Ultra version of these giant off-road machines comes with numerous upgrades to increase durability and off-road capability. Here’s some highlights- * EMO XXL 6×6 Ultra Kit Wheelbase – 750mm (29.5″) * EMO XXL 6×6 Ultra Kit Width – 392mm (15.4″) * EMO XX 4×4 Ultra [...]
Over at Hitec they have uploaded a Charger Lab: RDX4 Mini RC LiPo Charging 101 promotional video. The 4-port RDX4 Mini might be small in size, but it packs some serious power. Watch below to learn more about all the features the RDX4 Mini comes with, plus how to use it on all your batteries. Use this link to get full [...]
