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The VTS slipper clutch on certain Associated models is slightly taller than the previous unit, to accommodate the additional height RPM has new gear covers. Made from high quality plastic, the RPM gear covers provide plenty of clearance for the VTS slipper while maintaining their original low profile. The part numbers are #70262 for black, #70265 for blue, and [...]
RPM has a new Front Shock Tower for your Associated SC10.2/SC10B/T4.2 FT that is designed for serious abuse. Not only is it made out of RPM’s famous plastic, but is beefed up in all the right spots to be able to survive a hard days bashing. To top it off, the tower is made right here in the USA and [...]
Stock Associated a-arms have been known to break from time to time, for those of you tired of breaking yours RPM RC Products have announced upgrade arms for your SC10B, SC10.2 and T4.2FT. The new arms from RPM are molded in their legendary plastic, have less slop, and have revised hinge pin retainers to make them tough as nails. [...]
“I have been thinking about going with piggyback shocks on my Associated T4 but do not know how much better they will perform. What are the upsides and downsides? Bryan G.” Cubby- Hey now Bryan, thanks for the email and be sure to shoot Brian your snail mail for a free sticker pack. Hey bro, I’m so glad you decided to go [...]
We are big fans of RPM RC upgrade parts, you probably are too if you bash your truck hard. RPM has recently put up a Facebook page and to promote it they are having a contest. To enter you have to go to RPM’s Facebook page, then “Like” and post a comment. It is very simple to enter and the [...]
If you bash your Traxxas 4×4 Slash or Rally hard, undoubtedly you already have some RPM upgrade parts on it. The latest product from RPM for the 4×4 Slash & Rally is a Front Bulkhead. Like everything RPM puts out, their replacement part in improved in multiple ways over the stocker. The RPM bulkhead is molded from legendary RPM plastic to [...]
If you’ve got an Associated ProLite 4×4 or Thunder Tiger Sparrowhawk/Tomahawk you will probably be interested in the latest front a-arms from our friends over at RPM. The new a-arms are designed to add strength and durability, letting you bash more and wrench less. Not only are the RPM arms more durable, but they are also manufactured to tighter tolerances, [...]
If I only had a dollar for every Associated B4 front a-arm I’ve broken I would be a hundredaire by now. And seemingly I would always break the left one. I had a whole pit bag full of rights but not one lefty to get my buggy back on track for the second qualifier. But seriously, like many people we’ve [...]
The crew over at RPM RC Products have set their sights on a new vehicle to upgrade, the Team Durango DESC410 series of trucks. The first product they’ve worked up for the very popular Durango 4wd SCT is a Front Bumper/Skid Plate. To start off with, RPM made their bumper wider than stock to protect more front end parts [...]
The good folks over at RPM RC have come up with another “bomb proof” part for your Traxxas Slash 4×4, Stampede 4×4, or Rally car. Part number #73592 is their new front Caster & Spindle Blocks that will help ensure your Traxxas bash machine comes home in one piece instead of multiple. RPM started with a blank sheet of paper and [...]
How many bulkheads have you busted on your Traxxas T-Maxx/E-Maxx over the years? If you are anything like us, dozens. Cue the crew over at RPM RC Products. RPM is known for making the most durable aftermarket parts in the industry out their unique blend of plastic. RPM has just announced their new Front and Rear Bulkheads for the Traxxas Maxx [...]
The good guys over at RPM RC Products have just released a list of their existing products that will bolt right up on the new Traxxas Nitro Slash 2wd. The list is long, filled with RPM products that can make a rather boring stock Nitro Slash into a much tougher customized rig. Here are the part numbers- 70322- Shock Spring Clips Black 70325- [...]
The crew over at RPM Products are now producing their very popular Traxxas wide front bumper in green. The #81164 has been available for a long time in black and blue, now all you guys that like green will be totally dialed! This bumper bolts right up on the Traxxas 2wd Stampede, Bandit, Rustler, and Nitro Sport. Retail price is only [...]
I think people have been waiting on these for a long time. RPM has announced rear a-arms for the Traxxas Bandit. The new arms have a little more meat to them where needed, while reducing hinge pin slop and wehight by 8%! The part number is #73282, and a pair will cost you less than $12. So if you have [...]
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 [...]
