Coming to a hobby shop near you soon is the Tamiya VW Golf MK.2 GTI 16V Rally Kit with MF-01X Chassis. Tamiya has faithfully recreated the MK2 GTI in rally race car form and is a great choice for on-road, or off, with its MF-01X chassis. Here are more highlights- * Lightweight polycarbonate body * Plastic molded scale side mirrors and bumper * [...]
I hope you’re not tired of seeing upgrades for the TRX-4M…because here’s one more. Injora has released an 8-piece Brass High-Clearance Link Set (#4M-20) for the 1/18-scale trail rig, adding more durability and a little extra weight to the underside of the chassis. These suspension links offer improved ground clearance and approach angles thanks to a slight bend in both the [...]
Today the big news out of Tamiya is the announcement of their upcoming 1/10 BBX (BB-01 chassis) Buggy Kit. The BBX is an all new design, which should be great news for the Tamiya faithful, as well as anyone who enjoys backyard bashing. Ready for some highlights? * All new design! * Combination of classic design and modern performance * Brand-new chassis, styled [...]
Now shipping from RC4WD are BFGoodrich Mud Terrain KM 1.7″ Scale Tires. With impeccable scaling, and molded from RC4WD’s advanced X2S³ super soft rubber compound for increased grip, the new BFG’s are the perfect upgrade to your scale rig. Here are the highlights- * Designed to fit 1.7″ sized wheels * Diameter – 3.70in / 95.3mm * Width – 1.30in / 33.2mm * Inner [...]
If you’re a fan of REEFS RC and the Ultimate Scale Truck Expo (UTSE), there’s a new servo with your name on it. Actually, it has the USTE name on it, but you get the idea. The RAW400LP USTE Trail Edition Servo is the latest special edition release from the popular servo brand and features some unique markings and some [...]
The folks over at Maverick RC have dropped some insane drip with their new Gold Anodized Option Parts for their Quantum & Quantum+ RTRs. The new gold anodized parts will give your rig insane levels of bling, while also improving durability. Gold Anodized Option Parts #150273 – Aluminum Front/Rear Shock #150274 – Aluminum Differential Case #150275 – Aluminum Servo Saver Arm Set #150277 – Machined [...]
Expected to start shipping next month from FTX RC is the potent 1/7 Superforza GT 4WD RTR. This supercar bash machine is set up with huge brushless power and was designed for breaking speed run records! Here are the highlights- * Belted Fastrax F-Zero high traction tires * Aggressively styled scale bodyshell * Molded scale accessories – Front grill, side mirrors, rear spoiler * [...]
Now shipping from RC4WD are Edelbrock Cylinder Heads for RC4WD’s scale V8 motor. Fully licensed by Edelbrock, these cylinder heads are the perfect scale upgrade for your RC4WD V8 engine. Here are the highlights- * Smooth sandblasted gray finish * Made from CNC machined billet aluminum * Length – 2.32in / 59.0mm * Width – 0.93in / 23.7mm * Height – 0.45in / 11.5mm * Total [...]
Over at JConcepts they have posted a new video on How To Balance RC Tires. If you are new to the hobby, balancing your tires is something easy to do, that can yield enormous benefits. While slower vehicles like rock crawlers don’t really need it, the faster you go, the more your car can benefit from tire balancing. No matter [...]
After years of waiting, the predecessor to the Redcat Gen8 has finally arrived. As the proud owner of three Gen8/Gen8 P.A.C.K. rigs, I was thrilled to find out that Redcat was shifting its focus back to trail trucks with the release of the Gen9 International Scout 800A. And I was ecstatic when they shipped a pre-release model my way for [...]
New from Exotek is a Traxxas Drag Slash Pro Wheelie Bar Set. Made from 3mm thick carbon fiber, and using a single wheel design, this high-end wheelie bar set can help you win big on the weekends. Here are more highlights- * Fits – Traxxas 2wd Drag Slash * Version 2 hinged design * Made from high quality, 3mm carbon fiber * Single wheel [...]
New from Klinik RC is its Sworkz S12–2C Carpet Shock Tower Protector Set. Designed to limit damage to carpet track surfaces, this Lexan protector set is an inexpensive way to outfit your S12–2C with this type of protection. Each shock protector set includes one front protector and two rear protectors. Each protector will require trimming and reaming before it can be [...]
New from Bittydesign is the CA45 Clear Body for 190mm wide on-road cars. Styled for front wheel drive cars, the CA45 was designed for performance, while also having serious drip. Here are the highlights- * Body can be mounted on most 1/10 190mm on-road cars * Made from genuine Lexan * Includes wing mounting hardware * Produced only in a lightweight version * Pre-cut decal [...]
Element RC has released the new Enduro Trailwalker Black RTR with a Scratch N’ Weather body. The updated Trailwalker looks wicked and reminds me of an older truck you would take in the woods for some off-road fun. The new Trailwalker Black is loaded with performance parts as well as the Stealth X gearbox. But what intrigued me the most [...]
Coming this spring from Tamiya is the re-release of their F103LM Audi R8R Kit. First produced way back in 1999, the Audi is set to once again return with its highly scale body. As the Audi is still in the teaser stage, we don’t know if it received any small updates or changes, but we expect to get full details [...]
