Hey folks and Happy Thursday! Last week I wrote about updating my Rotten Apple paint scheme and it’s now finished so I wanted to share it here! The body I’m using is a JConcepts ’97 F-150, which works with the looooooong wheelbase of the TLR LMT. I trimmed a little extra out of the fenders and rounded the front by the bumper [...]
Now shipping from Fair RC is a Rust Modified version of the 1/12 Toyota FJ45 Yellow RTR. This custom modified classic has been patinaed at the factory to give the FJ45 a truly old school look. Here are the highlights- * Repainted by hand for increased realism * Rust effect on grille, bumpers, and contours * Mud and weathering on all panels, wheels [...]
Hot off the molds at Traxxas is the 1/18 High Trail TRX-4M Chevrolet K10. That’s right folks, the TRX crew has given the mighty TRX-4M the High Trail treatment to make this one of the most highly capable small scalers on the market. Check out these highlights- * Comes with long arm lift kit for 35% more center ground clearance * Detailed [...]
History and hobby both repeat themselves, right? Then we die, and then we’ll see. Or not. Anyway, I’ve got a new project coming up, the process being the standard one. Dreaming, choosing, planning, slowly accumulating, bargaining (with wife), building, painting, upgrading. Have done it before, will do it again. Ours is a great hobby! Contrary to what last week alluded to, [...]
Here ya go rally race fans, CEN Racing has dropped their new 1/8 2023 M-Sport Ford Puma Rally RTR. With incredible scale looks and a beefy 4wd drivetrain, the new CEN is posed to be a genuine winner in the marketplace. Even better, with me supporting Red Bull before the product even came to America, the CEN is one of [...]
Just announced for pre-order is the CEN Racing 1/8 M-Sport Ford Puma Rally 4WD Brushless RTR. We’ve been lucky enough to have this beauty around the office for a couple of weeks and it is certainly a stunner in person. With immaculate Red Bull chrome livery, and a smartly scaled Ford Puma rally body with plastic scale accessories, the new [...]
New from the folks at JConcepts is a S15 Clear Body for the mighty Tekno ET48 2.0. The S15 style of body is a staple at JConcepts because of its hot styling and on-track performance. Here are the highlights- * Redesigned cab with single window S15 treatment * Roof features a center stabilizing fin * Lowered bed area * Manufactured in the U.S.A. * Forward [...]
Now available from Exotek is a very trick Carbon Fiber Adjustable Wheelie Bar for the Losi 22S drag car. This high-end wheelie bar is not only lightweight, but is also easy to adjust for changing track conditions. Here are the highlights- * Extra long adjustable carbon fiber wheelie bar * Extends from 9.5″ to 12″ (axle to axle) * Longer bar to give [...]
Injora has released an Aluminum-bodied Complete Transmission (#4M-55AS) upgrade for the Traxxas TRX-4M. Stylish and durable, this is a great way to amp up the appearance of your TRX-4M chassis while also pumping up its performance and drivetrain durability. Featuring an aluminum casing, this transmission upgrade features all-metal gears and a choice of two case colors (black or red). Injora Aluminum-bodied Complete [...]
Now available from RC4WD is a 1/14th scaled DXR2 Hydraulic Earth Dozer RTR In White. This 57 pound beast is perfect for scale dirt moving, or for making a statement on a shelf inside your man cave. Check out these highlights- * Alloy zinc and alloy aluminum casting * Welded steel bucket * 9 Channel 2.4GHZ radio * Heavy duty hoses * Optimized steel [...]
New from Team Associated is the 1/10 Apex2 Sport Datsun 620 RTR. The Datsun 620 is a 1970s Japanese classic that comes on AE’s budget friendly Apex2 Sport 4wd chassis. Check out these highlights- * Highly-detailed and fun-to-drive Ready-to-Run * Front and rear independent suspension with coil-over shocks * Datsun 620 body is a flexible blank canvas for custom builds * Single-piece polycarbonate body * [...]
Coming soon from Max Speed Technology is the 1/10th scaled MRX S Pro RWD Drift Car Kit. The MRX S Pro represents the future of rc drift technology and has been meticulously designed for unparalleled sideways performance. Here are the highlights- * Uses the Quick Change Differential concept from real FD/D1 drift scene * Parts off the MRX S PRO can also [...]
Shipping right now from FMS Model is the 1/10 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 RS. This next generation scale crawler comes with a nicely scaled hardbody to go along with all next generation scale bits. Here are the highlights- * Hood, doors, and tailgate open * Steering wheel moves with steering * Foldable rear seats * Injection molded ABS hardbody * Working door latches on doors * [...]
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 [...]
