Right now is prime-time for rc boating season. To help you get the most out of your DCB M41 Widebody Catamaran, the folks over at Traxxas have put together a new Full Option Build. The Full Option Build shows you a bunch of great upgrades that you can make, to increase both performance and reliability. The M41 full option build [...]
In the never ending pursuit of speed, Control and precision, lightweight front axles entered the game a little while ago. The theory is that shaving off (rotational) weight improves acceleration – the wheels spin easier, which in turns improves handling. A lot of you readers will be familiar with the 1:2 ratio: shaving a pound from the tires is the [...]
New from McAllister Racing is a Body Mount Kit with Extended Rear Support for the Associated DR10 drag car, as well as their SC10 short course truck. The second version of the body mounts come with an extended rear support, thus allowing more flexibility when it comes to body choice. * Comes with mounting hardware * Improved body support * Shorter front [...]
Over at Pro-Line Racing they have announced Fugitive 2.2″ 2WD & 4WD Front Tires for your 1/10th scale race buggy. The Fugitives are a great tire for getting grip on outdoor tracks, while also providing long life. * Available soon in M3, M4, & S3 rubber compounds * World championship winning tire * Long tread life * Perfect for extreme wear conditions * Closed cell [...]
Over at Pro-Line they have announced a pair of new Resistor Front Buggy Tires. New from P-L is the Resistor 2.2″ in S4 rubber compound for 2wd front, as well as a size for 4wd front. * Futuristic directional tread design * Improves steering on high bite surfaces * Multi-bar tread layout * Closed cell inserts * Made in the USA Resistor 2.2″ 4WD Off-Road Buggy [...]
Over at Pro-Line they have announced a Pre-Mounted version of their belted Avenger HP Street Tires. The Avenger HPs have been great performers on-road, soon you will be able to get them conveniently pre-mounted on black Mach 10 wheels. * High-performance herringbone weave belting * Tires do not balloon at speed * Molded in Pro-Line’s soft S3 rubber compound * Soft foam inserts * Standard [...]
It is no secret that the entire Crew at Big Squid RC are Bigfoot fans. Bigfoot to me is more than a monster truck, Hell I even had a Bigfoot power wheel so when I see Bigfoot it brings back fond childhood memories. Coming from a broken home there was one point where my toys were my escape from my [...]
Just announced by Pro-Line is a Scale Drag Racing Hood Scoop & Blower Set. These items are perfect for customizing your no-prep drag car, or for a wide variety of other builds. Check out these highlights- * Scale realistic accessories * Made from a crystal clear polycarbonate * Naca ducts are included * Two-piece scale intake & blower * Pro Stock and Pro Mod style [...]
New from Serpent is the SRX8GTE WC 1/8 Electric On-Road Kit. The new World Championship version of the SRX8GTE is loaded with upgrades to make it faster, and stronger, than ever before. Here are the highlights- * Based off the SRX8GTE * Expected to ship later this month * New differentials with large internal gears * New front and rear shock towers * New aluminum [...]
The people over at Spektrum are a hard working group. If they aren’t putting out some new Smart technology batteries or ESCs, they are improving their large line-up of transmitter radio systems. One of the latest electronic goodies from Spektrum is the DX3 Smart Technology DSMR Radio System. The latest version of the DX3 is loaded with tech, some all [...]
Being teased by Pro-Line is a 1978 Chevrolet Malibu Clear Body. The Malibu has a great scale look, while also bringing serious attitude to the line. Check out these highlights- * Fully licensed by Chevy * Scale replica of Mark Micke’s 1:1 Malibu drag car * Perfect for no-prep drag racing * Optional spoiler * Made from a durable polycarbonate The Pro-Line 1978 Chevrolet Malibu has [...]
Over at Tamiya they are teasing the return of the Volkswagen Scirocco GT. The VW Scirocco GT is an infamous street racer that has been nicely scaled down by the folks at Tamiya. All we know about the latest release is that the Scirocco will comes on Tamiya’s easy to drive TT-01E chassis and that it has a part number [...]
New over at Exotek Racing is a 2 Color Aluminum Rear Hub Set for the Team Associated B6.2 race buggy. The Exotek aluminum hub set is not only stronger than stock, but also looks incredibly trick. Check out these highlights- * Stealthy 2 color anodizing- black base w/ blue accents * Direct fit on the Associated B6.2 * Maintains stock geometry * Set screws [...]
So we recently got our hands on the Traxxas Hoss 1/10th scale monster truck, and while working on the review, you know we are going to be bashing! Heck, that’s pretty much how we review.. push it to the limit, and see what breaks! Enjoy some video footage we shot while we were out bashing! I don’t think we have [...]
New for all you rock crawling fanatics out there is the Axial Racing Jeep JT Gladiator SCX10 III RTR. The latest rig from Axial Racing features a very nicely scaled Gladiator body to go along with its incredibly capable SCX10 III chassis. Take a look at these highlights- * Fully licensed, 3-piece Jeep Gladiator body * Replica V8 engine cover, transmission housing [...]
