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New from the crew at Dead Bodies is a Handy Magnetic Parts Tray. This inexpensive parts tray is made from aluminum and comes with a magnetic base to prevent the loss of a bolt or nut while wrenching on your rc car or truck. * Small and affordable * Size- 108mm X 88mm X 12mm * Made from anodized aluminum * Laser etched [...]
Things break while out on the trail, and sometimes those things need a soldering iron to fix. To help you finish that trail run, Team Powers has dropped a new Portable Soldering Iron. Their portable soldering unit has solid power, at a 150 watt rating, and can easily plugs right into your LiPo battery. Check out these features- * Can use [...]
For all you nitro lovers out there, JConcepts has announced the RM2 Flywheel Wrench. Developed with world championship rc racer Ryan Maifield, the RM2 flywheel wrench is perfect for wrenching on a 4-shoe clutch set-up. * Fits popular 4-shoe clutches from AE and TLR * Durable design made from CNC machined aluminum * Black anodized finish * Lightweight design * Used by top rc racer [...]
New from Traxxas is a Heavy Duty Rubber Pit Mat. To help you be more organize and efficient while wrenching, the Traxxs pit mat has a number of specially designed compartments. Check out these features- * Chemical-resistant, heavy-gauge rubber construction * Size- 36″ x 20″ * Large enough to accommodate most Traxxas vehicles the Traxxas Rubber Pit Mat has a part number of #3426 [...]
Coming later this month from G-Force is the Spring Rate Gauge V2. The second version of the spring rate tool is easier to use, plus it is more consistent, thus giving you a more precise measurement of various sized shock springs. * Precision spring rate measurement * 4 step stroke measurement * Works with 2mm, 5mm, 8mm, or 10mm springs * Range- 0.000-20.00N / [...]
The crew over at T-Bone Racing are now shipping a new Racer Stand. The racer stand was specifically designed for hobbyists that race, as well as bash. Have a look at these features. * Fits 1/10 and 1/8th scaled vehicles * Platform swivels * Collapsible design to save space w/ quick release pins * Solid aluminum frame * Extendable shock holders * 2.5″ to 4″ tall * [...]
Of all of the tools in our toolbox, body scissors, a hobby knife, and a MIP 2.0 hex driver get the most use. New from JConcepts are a set of Precision Curved Scissors. These are perfect for cutting out, or trimming, your polycarbonate rc bodies, along with dozens of other uses in our hobby. Here are the highlights- * Stainless steel [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have announced a new Pro Edition Ratcheting Screwdriver. This multi-purpose tool comes with a ratcheting handle to help make your wrenching faster and easier than before. Here are the highlights- * Redesigned head * Smooth ratchet action * Quick change tips * Easy to change direction * Lock mode * Comfortable grip * Magnetic 100mm L-size bit made from chromium-vanadium steel The Tamiya [...]
New from T-Bone Racing is The Stand. The Stand sports an extra heavy duty design, perfect for large 1/5th scaled vehicles. However, The Stand is also versatile enough to be used with 1/10, 1/8, as well as other large scales. Here are the highlights- * Designed to be the premier rc workstand on the market * Fits 1/10 to 1/5 * Collapsible to [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is a TRF Trolley Pit Bag. Whether you race a Tamiya TRF on-road car, or just want a very trick Tamiya branded car and tool hauler, the new trolley bag should fit the bill. * Stylish design * One large & four smaller cardboard boxes * Pockets on top and rear * Extended trolley handle * Nylon outer material * 500mm x [...]
New from Avid RC is a spring loaded Carbon Fiber Soldering Jig. The jig helps to make soldering a whole lot easier. It was designed to help hold Deans, XT60, as well as raw wire and other connectors. The unit comes pre-assembled and uses rubber feet to stay securely in place. The Avid Carbon Fiber Soldering Jig has street pricing of [...]
Coming soon from Tekno RC is the XT Nitro Engine Tuning Screwdriver. The tip on the XT was specifically designed for model engine tuning and the rear features a rubber flywheel stopper to help save your fingers. The lightweight handle has a soft knurling for comfort and is finished with a gun metal anodizing. The Tekno XT Screwdriver is priced [...]
The folks over at Traxxas know everyone that owns an RC vehicle is going to have to work on it at some point. To get the job done you are going to need tools, so they might as well be Traxxas Premium Tools. Want to know our thoughts on them? Keep reading… We have been working with the new [...]
Shipping right now from Team Associated is a new Factory Team 7-Piece Hex Driver Set. The set makes it easy to carry a bunch of different sizes in one compact hex driver. Scroll down for the highlights- * Compact and lightweight * Perfect for backyard bashing to pro racing * Most popular sizes are included * Hardened tips * Tips can be used with 1/4″ [...]
Coming soon from MIP is a 3.0MM Speed Tip Ball End Hex Driver. The ball ended speed tip makes it fast and easy to get out hard to reach bolts. Here are the highlights- * Designed to reach difficult angled screw heads * Works at up to 10 degrees of angle * Speed Tip works perfectly with 1/4″ chuck handles * Beefy design for [...]
