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If you didn’t get the memo, it’s all about scale realism now days and JConcepts has just introduced a new Nissan Titan body for your short course truck. This officially licensed body is inspired by the full size Titan but comes with Hi-Flow body outlets to help keep parachuting down to a minimum. The JConcepts Nissan Titan clear body comes [...]
The new Silencer body for the Associated RC8.2 was designed for optimal performance on high speed tracks. A narrow cockpit area gives better access to the fuel tank and helps airflow back to the engine head. Dual channeling rear air escape and overall low profile also aid in handling. Part number on the JConcepts Silencer for the Associated RC8.2 is #0256 [...]
JConcepts now gives all you Associated SC10B drivers a choice with the release of their new Escape body. The Escape body has lots of high performance features- narrow design, a reversed hood scoop, raised numbers plates, and rear fender skirts help it perform as good as it looks. The part number on the new JConcepts body is #0257 and they have [...]
It’s always a good idea to use a padded bag when transporting your high-buck transmitter. JConcepts has just announced several new radio bags. These bags are specifically cut out for popular radios from companies like Futaba, Spektrum, and Airtronics. Each radio bag uses a zipper for quick access and has a pocket inside for extra storage. Expect a street price [...]
JConcepts has introduced new Titanium Turnbuckles for the Associated line-up of 10th scaled racers. The new Fin turnbuckles are lightweight, ultra-strong, and look very trick. * Original JConcepts design and “Fin” styling * High-grade, machined titanium material * Standardized 3mm thread base * Left and right hand threads with conveniently marked left * Aesthetic jewelry * Part #2225- 6 piece B4 set, retail $40 * Part #2226- [...]
JConcepts has a new set of rear tires for damp indoor tracks and blue groove conditions called Pressure Points. The Pressure Points are a small pin tire designed to give your 10th scale buggy the extra grip you need when going for the win. Some of the other features of the Pressure Points include- * Available in Soft (Blue), Super Soft [...]
“Scale” short course comments As a long time – 30 years – RC enthusiast and racer, I feel that you guys are way off the mark with your “scale” comments lately regarding short course. The class will never grow if we don’t move it more and more towards performance. We cannot go back to Slashes and hard “realistic” [...]
If you are a racer and like the dish wheel look, the new Hazard Wheel Dishes from JConcepts just might be up your alley. While getting away from scale appearance is a bad thing for the hobby, some racers prefer the dish look. The new wheel dishes from JConcepts pop right on their Hazard series rims. Retail price is $6 [...]
The latest body from JConcepts is one of their Finnisher cab forward bodies for the Associated T4.2 stadium truck. The Finnisher is designed for performance and has various air escape passages to help eliminate the dreaded “parachute effect” when driving on windy days. Some of its other features include- * Original JConcepts Finnisher design * Blended wing and body design * Includes additional [...]
JConcepts has a new rear wing for 8th scale buggy’s called the Finnisher. This wing has an adjustable gurney and comes with radical new styling to make your buggy stand out in a crowd. Some of its other features include- * JConcepts high-attack, V-angle Finnisher design * Radical, edgy design which compliments, Finnisher and Silencer body designs * Screw-in type and body-clip type [...]
How many of us have gone out bashing and come back with a car full of dirt? Pretty much all of us. JConcepts has just announced a new Over-Tray that helps keep dirt, mud, and various other nasty stuff out of the chassis of the Traxxas Rally and LCG Slash 4×4. The over tray is made out of polycarbonate and [...]
Just like in full scale racing, tires are the most important item for gaining speed on your rc vehicle. JConcepts has recently announced two new 8th scale buggy tires, Black Jackets and Stackers, giving you a couple more choices for different track conditions. Some of the specs on the JConcepts Black Jackets include- * JConcepts small tread, spread lug design * Heavy center [...]
Being the last day of the year it’s only fitting that I write up my annual year in review. I not only looked back over the last 94 pages of posts here on BigSquidRC, but also called some of my industry homies to “boil down” how the year 2012 will go down in the rc history books. Lets dive in [...]
Here is some news for you Traxxas truck fans, JConcepts has two new sets of pre-mounts for you. Whether you drive on the street or on the dirt, JConcepts has you covered with their two new pre-mounted tire/wheel combo’s. For all you pavement pounders the picture to the left is JConcepts new on-road G-Locs pre-mounted on their white Rulux wheels. Part [...]
New for all you TLR 22/22T drivers is a trick aluminum wing/body mount from JConcepts. These new mounts are much tougher than stock and are a nice piece of bling to set your buggy/truck apart from the rest of the field. Some of the other features include- * Available in blue or black * CNC machined out of aluminum * Heavy duty design * [...]
