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Shipping now from Custom Works are TrueSpeed Molded Plastic Headers & Brass Weight Inserts. These plastic headers are an easy way to add more scale realism to your oval racer and have been designed to also hold brass weights in a stealth way. Here are the highlights- * Fits sprint car style oval bodies * Includes cavity in header to mount #8312 [...]
New over at Vanquish is a VFD Lightweight Machined Transfer Case Gear Set. The new gear set may be lightweight, but was designed for hardcore use. Here are the highlights- * Provides a 21% overdrive * Replaces the gears in the VFD transfer case * Machined steel 48P gears with a narrower profile to reduce mass * Includes metal bearing plates for greater support [...]
Just announced for pre-order over at Primal RC is the giant 1/5th scaled Dodge Challenger 2WD RTR. This gasoline powered monster has been nicely scaled from the full sized original and comes with a massive gasoline engine under the hood. Here are the highlights- * Choose from 5 colors, 4 hood styles, and 2 sets of decals * Choose between gas engine, [...]
Injora has released Extended (+4mm) Aluminum Front and Rear Axle Axles (#4M-61FR) for the Traxxas TRX-4M. Whether you want your 1/18 trail truck to have a wider stance or you’re converting your rig into a rock buggy and need more support, these axles look like a great option to consider. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, these complete axles are a direct replacement [...]
The good folks over at Team Corally are in full teaser mode for their upcoming KAGAMA. The current teasers show very little, but the story that they do tell is about hardcore bashing. We’ve been hearing that the KAGAMA was designed to be a new age basher for the hardcore scene, but we’ll have to wait until more information is [...]
Coming soon from Serpent is a Raceroller Version of their 1/8th scaled SRX8 GTE LWB. The Raceroller comes pre-assembled with the long wheelbase chassis and also includes pre-mounted tires. * LWB chassis is extended by 29mm * Aluminum shock towers * 4WD with cardan shafts * 16mm big bore shocks * 2 gear style differentials * No differential in center You can use this link to visit [...]
Shipping now from JConcepts is a JCI Tuck 1989 Ford F-150 Cab Only Body. Designed to fit 1/10th scaled rock crawlers, the new F-150 Cab Only is perfect for custom builds. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford to JConcepts * “Tucked” design to increased tire clearance and articulation * Clear, pre-trimmed body with protective film * Body measures 7.25” center width * [...]
There’s no denying the incredible scale detail of the Losi Promoto MX. If you’re the new owner of one of these detailed R/C motocross machines and want to trick it out with even more scale goodness, check out this new item from Waterford Concepts. Their “Bark Busters” are 3D-printed accessories that replicate the style of knuckle and hand protectors used by [...]
New from Hobao is the 1/8th scaled Hyper GT2 Pro Nitro ARR. This nitro powered beast uses high quality parts to increase durability, as well as speed. Here are the highlights- * 3mm lightweight aluminum chassis w/positive caster * +5 degrees of caster angle * Hardened steel center driveshaft * Hardened steel universal driveshafts * Hardened steel drive cup * New anti-leakage differential housing * 2 speed [...]
New from Waterford Concepts is a 3D-printed Radiator Brace replacement for the Losi Promoto MX. If you plan to run your R/C motorbike hard and want a spare radiator brace on standby, this option part is worth checking out. Designed for durability, this upgrade is made from 3D printed, carbon fiber reinforced nylon and is thicker than the stock radiator brace. [...]
New from Traxxas is an RC Backpack, as well as a new Duffel Bag. Both bags are made to withstand the rigors of daily rc use and can make it easy to help transport and store your rc gear. Stay tuned for our usage review coming soon! Here are the highlights- Traxxas RC Backpack – #9916 * Thick, weather-resistant nylon fabric * Heavy [...]
New from Yokomo is a Multi-Stand for rc cars. This multi-stand is perfect for use at the races to save space. Here are the highlights- * Makes for effective use of pit space * Can be used for car storage or battery chargers * Quick and easy to assemble * Made from a durable plastic * Can be compactly stored when transporting * Comes with Yokomo [...]
New from Eustace and the crew at MIP is a promotional video for their X-Duty Center Drive Kit for the Axial SCX10 Pro scale crawler. While the video is short, it gets right to the point with Eustace showing off just how well the X-Duty drive kit held up on his SCX10 Pro that he drove at Axialfest. MIP has [...]
The good folks over at Futaba have dropped a pair of new high-end servos. The new servos are the CD700 and the CT702, both of which were developed for top of the line performance. Here are the highlights- Futaba HPS-CD700 * New king of drift servos * Blistering fast 0.045sec/60° * 236oz of torque * Low profile design to fit into tight spaces * High-strength metal [...]
New from Robin and the good folks at Schumcher is the 1/10th scaled Storm ST2 Stadium Truck Kit. The ST2 takes off where the first ST took off and is loaded with high-end racing features. Here’s the good stuff- * Improved suspension geometry, durability and adjustability * Lightweight, low center of gravity design * Front end with adjustable bulkhead height & chassis length [...]
