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Shipping now from Reedy is the Zappers DR HV-LiPo 6600mAh SQ Competition Drag Battery. Designed specifically for drag racing, the new Reedy Zapper has the power you need to be on the top step of the podium. Check out these highlights- * SQ – “square” configuration for a low center of gravity & wide footprint * State-of-the-art LiPo chemistry * 3.8V/cell nominal voltage * [...]
Hello everyone. I have started to attempt my first ever r/c airbrush job, and I’d like to share with you all how it’s going. I am painting a JConcepts ’89 Ford for my Losi LMT. I started by doing all of the normal stuff- trimming the body, reaming the holes and mounting it BEFORE paint, and then giving it a wash [...]
Over at Team Orion they are now promoting their Advantage Duo 2 X 10A Battery Charger. This 2 channel charger comes with a handy touchscreen and some serious power under the hood. Here are the highlights- * Comes with various charge cables and balancing plates * Color touch screen * Intuitive advanced software * Integrated 150W power supply * Charging current of up to 10 [...]
Just in time for the Spring outdoor season is the new RC8B4 and RC8B4e race buggy kits from Team Associated. Both buggies have been significantly updated for increased durability, as well as drive-ability. Check out these highlights- * Innovative front-end geometry with less inclined kingpin steering blocks * New gearboxes are specific to front and rear with larger bearings * Front gearbox has [...]
Coming soon from Dinky RC is the 1/10th scaled Apex-1 V2 Pro Rock Crawler Chassis. The Apex-1 V2 uses SCX10.2 axles and an Axial 3 gear transmission to complete the Dinky upgrade chassis. Integral skid and chassis plates are used for added adjustability and tuning, to go along with a low profile SOA and a 10.5″ wheelbase. The Dinky RC Apex-1 [...]
Over at Pit Bull RC they have just announced 1.0″ sized Rocker & PBX A/T Crawling Tires. Sized to fit trucks like the SCX24 mini-crawler, the Pit Bull tires are super grippy, plus they have a great scale look to them. If you are a small scale rock crawler owner, the new 1.0″ sized tires from Pit Bull will definitely [...]
Recently announced by SWORKz is the 1/10th scaled S12-2C 2WD Pro Buggy Carpet Edition Kit. Coming hot on the heals of their dirt buggy, the S12-2C was designed for hardcore carpet racing. Here are the highlights- * Optimized corner speed with easy handling on high-grip surfaces * New carpet version gear box system * T7075 hard anodized and lightened aluminum chassis * 6 different [...]
We all know FMS has been doing some amazing things in the scale market lately, and now they would like to hear from you! They have created a new survey to hear from the rc market and their fans about their interests, and where FMS should be focusing their resources. There are some really good questions in the survey. This [...]
No, I haven’t been outside painting. I’ve been painting on the outside. Of the body of my little SCX24. Last column I mentioned I had some trouble with paint peeling off with the masking tape, but no such trouble today. The idea behind the paint scheme is simple. This car belongs to Rob Smith, son of Junior Smith, son Bob Smith [...]
Coming in March from BM Racing is the Version 2 of their DRR01 RWD Drift Car. The DRR01-V2 comes with a bunch of updates to improve performance, as well as durability. Here are the highlights- * Over a year of development time * Designed and developed with SNRC * High performance drift car suitable for beginners, race or daily drifters * Carbon fiber main [...]
Shipping now from Powerhobby is a Heavy Duty Metal Bumper Set for the Axial Racing SCX6 scale crawler. These beefy bumpers are great for increasing the scale realism on your truck, while also adding durability out on the trail. The set comes with both front and rear bumpers and is supplied with tow hooks and LED lighting. The Powerhobby HD Metal [...]
New over at FTX RC is the 1/10th scaled Outback 3.0 Treka RTR Trail Vehicle. The new Treka gets a fresh facelift, plus it gets the upgrade to FTX’s new 3.0 Outback chassis. Here are the highlights- * Hidden body mounts to increase scale realism * Molded scale accessories like front grill, bumpers, roof rack, & mirrors * ‘Angel eye’ style headlights * Spotlights [...]
New from Pro-Line are 1/8 Victory S3 35/85 2.4″ Belted Mounted Tires, 14mm on Gray Wheels. Designed to fit cars like the ARRMA Vendetta or Infraction, the Victory pre-mounts are fully belted for serious high speed bashing. Check out these highlights- * Ultimate tire for scale looks, street performance, and long-lasting wear * High-performance herringbone weave pattern belt * Great for high-speed runs [...]
New from H-Tech Custom Products is its Aluminum Side Step & Side Garnish Set for the Axial SCX6 Jeep JLU Wrangler. This multi-piece body detail set allows you to add even more scale realism to your 1/6-scale trail machine. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, this Side Step & Side Garnish set features a matte black finish and includes all hardware necessary for [...]
