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RC4WD BFGoodrich Mud Terrain KM 1.7″ Scale Tires
Now shipping from RC4WD are BFGoodrich Mud Terrain KM 1.7″ Scale Tires. With impeccable scaling, and molded from RC4WD’s advanced X2S³ super soft rubber compound for increased grip, the new BFG’s are the perfect upgrade to your scale rig. Here are the highlights- * Designed to fit 1.7″ sized wheels * Diameter – 3.70in / 95.3mm * Width – 1.30in / 33.2mm * Inner [...]
- 1/31/2023
- 7:11 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Take on the Trail with the RAW400LP USTE Trail Edition Servo…
If you’re a fan of REEFS RC and the Ultimate Scale Truck Expo (UTSE), there’s a new servo with your name on it. Actually, it has the USTE name on it, but you get the idea. The RAW400LP USTE Trail Edition Servo is the latest special edition release from the popular servo brand and features some unique markings and some [...]
- 1/31/2023
- 5:25 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Maverick RC Gold Anodized Option Parts for the Quantum & Qua…
The folks over at Maverick RC have dropped some insane drip with their new Gold Anodized Option Parts for their Quantum & Quantum+ RTRs. The new gold anodized parts will give your rig insane levels of bling, while also improving durability. Gold Anodized Option Parts #150273 – Aluminum Front/Rear Shock #150274 – Aluminum Differential Case #150275 – Aluminum Servo Saver Arm Set #150277 – Machined [...]
- 1/31/2023
- 1:53 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
FTX RC 1/7 Superforza GT 4WD RTR
Expected to start shipping next month from FTX RC is the potent 1/7 Superforza GT 4WD RTR. This supercar bash machine is set up with huge brushless power and was designed for breaking speed run records! Here are the highlights- * Belted Fastrax F-Zero high traction tires * Aggressively styled scale bodyshell * Molded scale accessories – Front grill, side mirrors, rear spoiler * [...]
- 1/31/2023
- 10:14 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
RC4WD Edelbrock Cylinder Heads for Scale V8 Motor
Now shipping from RC4WD are Edelbrock Cylinder Heads for RC4WD’s scale V8 motor. Fully licensed by Edelbrock, these cylinder heads are the perfect scale upgrade for your RC4WD V8 engine. Here are the highlights- * Smooth sandblasted gray finish * Made from CNC machined billet aluminum * Length – 2.32in / 59.0mm * Width – 0.93in / 23.7mm * Height – 0.45in / 11.5mm * Total [...]
- 1/30/2023
- 8:07 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Video – JConcepts How To Balance Your RC Tires
Over at JConcepts they have posted a new video on How To Balance RC Tires. If you are new to the hobby, balancing your tires is something easy to do, that can yield enormous benefits. While slower vehicles like rock crawlers don’t really need it, the faster you go, the more your car can benefit from tire balancing. No matter [...]
Review: Redcat Gen9 International Scout 800A
After years of waiting, the predecessor to the Redcat Gen8 has finally arrived. As the proud owner of three Gen8/Gen8 P.A.C.K. rigs, I was thrilled to find out that Redcat was shifting its focus back to trail trucks with the release of the Gen9 International Scout 800A. And I was ecstatic when they shipped a pre-release model my way for [...]
- 1/30/2023
- 5:57 pm
- Car & Truck Reviews
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Reviews - By: Tim Gluth
Exotek Drag Slash Pro Wheelie Bar Set
New from Exotek is a Traxxas Drag Slash Pro Wheelie Bar Set. Made from 3mm thick carbon fiber, and using a single wheel design, this high-end wheelie bar set can help you win big on the weekends. Here are more highlights- * Fits – Traxxas 2wd Drag Slash * Version 2 hinged design * Made from high quality, 3mm carbon fiber * Single wheel [...]
- 1/30/2023
- 1:55 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Klinik RC Sworkz S12–2C Carpet Shock Tower Protector Set
New from Klinik RC is its Sworkz S12–2C Carpet Shock Tower Protector Set. Designed to limit damage to carpet track surfaces, this Lexan protector set is an inexpensive way to outfit your S12–2C with this type of protection. Each shock protector set includes one front protector and two rear protectors. Each protector will require trimming and reaming before it can be [...]
- 1/30/2023
- 10:34 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Bittydesign CA45 Clear Body for 1/10 190mm FWD Cars
New from Bittydesign is the CA45 Clear Body for 190mm wide on-road cars. Styled for front wheel drive cars, the CA45 was designed for performance, while also having serious drip. Here are the highlights- * Body can be mounted on most 1/10 190mm on-road cars * Made from genuine Lexan * Includes wing mounting hardware * Produced only in a lightweight version * Pre-cut decal [...]
- 1/27/2023
- 10:02 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
EVERYBODY'S SCALIN' - ELEMENT RC ENDURO TRAILWALKER BLACK RT…
Element RC has released the new Enduro Trailwalker Black RTR with a Scratch N’ Weather body. The updated Trailwalker looks wicked and reminds me of an older truck you would take in the woods for some off-road fun. The new Trailwalker Black is loaded with performance parts as well as the Stealth X gearbox. But what intrigued me the most [...]
- 1/27/2023
- 5:22 pm
- Everybody's Scalin'
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Unboxing - By: Jeremy Griffith
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Tamiya Announces Re-Release of the F103LM Audi R8R
Coming this spring from Tamiya is the re-release of their F103LM Audi R8R Kit. First produced way back in 1999, the Audi is set to once again return with its highly scale body. As the Audi is still in the teaser stage, we don’t know if it received any small updates or changes, but we expect to get full details [...]
Losing grip – Checkered shirt? Check! Painting an interior
A really good thing with the SCX10III is that it comes with an interior, complete with a driver. It certainly adds a lot to the look. Especially so if the interior is nicely painted. True, it is seldom seen up close, but still I like to spend some time on it. I mean, why not? It’s a hobby after all, [...]
- 1/27/2023
- 2:40 pm
- Columns
Loosing Grip
painting - By: Martin
Spektrum Firma 100A Brushless Smart ESC w/ 6500kV Motor Drag…
Our friends over at Spektrum have announced a Firma 100A Brushless Smart ESC w/ 6500kV Motor Drag Combo. This incredibly affordable brushless combo comes with a Smart 100 amp ESC, as well as a potent 6,500kV sensorless brushless motor. Here are more details- * Pre-tuned for drag racing * Smart all-in-one telemetry * Fast, powerful 32-bit ARM M4 processor * Waterproof design * Multiple options [...]
- 1/27/2023
- 2:09 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
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Hitec DB778WP Brushless, Ultra Torque, Low Profile, Waterpro…
New and hot from Hitec is the DB778WP Brushless, Ultra Torque, Low Profile, Waterproof Servo. The 778WP is a low profile servo sized for the tight confines of a 1/10 buggy or on-road car. Check out these highlights- * Manufactured with “Hitecnology” industrial servo innovation * Premium-quality construction, built for demanding commercial applications * Perfect for 1/10th 2WD & 4WD off-road buggies and [...]
