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New from LRP is the Dynamic 8 1600kv Brushless Motor. It’s a high torque, hi efficiency 1/8 scale motor using a 4-pole magnet, and a multi-slot winding to help keep the heat down. Seems like more and more vehicles are using 1/8 scale systems, and the bigger they get, the more torque they need. A 1600kv should give ya plenty [...]
A couple of weeks ago we posted the “A New Uprising” TEASER from Kyosho. News has come out that it was for their new 1/7th scale Scorpion 2wd buggy. This isn’t simply a re-release of their early 80’s hit, but instead an entirely updated version with modern suspension components, etc. The new Scorpion comes as a 2.4GHz RTR, it is [...]
The guys over at Team Associated have just announced their affordable RC10T4.1 RTR Brushless NiMH Combo. This new combo gives you an opportunity to get in to a quality Associated brushless RTR truck at a reasonable price point. Some of the main features are- *2.4 GHz radio system *Reedy 3000 mah battery *Reedy 3300 kv motor *XP speed controller with Lipo cut-off *Wall charger Street price [...]
The billion time national champs over at Associated have announced their new RC10B4.1 Brushless NiMH RTR 2wd buggy combo. The Associated RC10B4.1 is a proven winner and now you can get it ready to run with a powerful brushless system and a NiMH battery right in the box. Other features included- *2.4 GHz radio system *Reedy 3000 mah battery *Reedy 3300 kv motor *XP [...]
THE HPI Bullet Monster Truck Flux ReviewWhat seems like a long time ago, HPI announced the Bullet MT Flux in Europe, and it finally made it’s way to the USA. From the first announcement we were interested due to it’s size and power. While bigger is always better, sometimes you just don’t want to drive a huge truck like the [...]
The HPI Racing Ken Block WR8 FLUX finally gets official! We have been posting news about the Ken Block vehicle for a while now as bits and pieces were leaked out, but the official PR is finally here. We finally get to see under the body as well. When we saw it in person we couldn’t get our eyes underneath [...]
New from LRP is the Spin Super Brushless ESC. It’s designed for the parking lot, and newbie guys and built for 1/10th scale on-road and off-road vehicles. It has a switching BEC and can handle from 2s to 4S lipo batteries. It’s upgradable via usb and is ‘splash proof’ which is more than enough protection for most people. We [...]
New from Novak is the Activ8/Vented Ballistic 550 4XSC Brushless System- 4.5T (#3185). This new system is designed with the heavy duty 4×4 short course vehicles in mind. It’s sensor based with a big 550 motor to get that 4×4 moving quickly. Novak’s X-Drive and Nova-Brakes software are both included with this system, which is something Novak fans really appreciate, [...]
The bearings inside our brushless motors are subject to untold abuse. They are exposed not only to dirt and water, but also to high temperatures and incredible rpm’s. Fantom Racing has some premium bearing oil to help prolong bearing life. Fantom Go Go Juice utilizes a special blend of lubricants to keep drag down and corrosion protection up. Cost [...]
Dynamite has announced the new Fuze 1/8 Scale Brushless System for buggies and truggies looking to add some more power as well as some waterproof features. The 4-pole sensorless system has a 1800kv motor and a waterproof esc with the ability to handle up to a 4S Lipo. It’s programmable with an optional program box. The picture shows a 2200kv motor, [...]
Modding The Helion Dominus Part 4 – Installing A Brushless SystemNo other single modification will give your Dominus such a dramatic increase in shear power as the installation of a brushless power system. Today I’ll be walking you through what it takes to install a brushless motor and speed controller in your Helion Dominus. If you are an old pro [...]
When will you post the review of the HPI Bullet Flux MT? Your review may make my descision between the traxxas stampede vxl or the bullet mt. I currently have the Traxxas Stampede brushed xl-5 and love it. I was looking to get into the brushless scene and try not to spend a fortune. So I have been looking at the [...]
question for ask cubby I have a Losi SCTE on your recommendation and I love it. I am setting up another one for my brother since he lives close to NorCal Hobbies and it is one of the more popular classes. I wanted to know if you had any issues with the Castle Sidewinder SCT with the 1410 motor in [...]
Well we finally got our hands on the HPI Racing Bullet MT Flux! I have to say, out of the box, the initial impressions are darn good! We really dig the paint scheme with the sort of candy grey paint. Everything looks solid, and the new TF-40 stock radio feels good in the hand! I really dig the orange aluminum.. [...]
What a couple of pleasant looking fellows, eh? We stopped by the Novak booth to take a look at their newly announced Impact brushless ESC. You can read the announcement here. While the Impact was billed in the announcement as a small ESC, we were kinda surprised at just how small it is. Tiny would be a more appropriate word. [...]
