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Mugen E2572 Emulsion Damper Caps for the MBX8 & MBX8T
Mugen has introduced a new performance and handling upgrade for their MBX8 buggy and MBX8T truggy. The E2572 Emulsion Damper Cap Set gives you greater flexibility when it comes to building and tuning shocks, no matter what track conditions you’re facing. Designed for Mugen Seiki’s 16mm shock bodies, these emulsion caps provide plenty of setup options, allowing you to run your [...]
- 3/1/2021
- 9:14 am
- Mugen
New Products - By: Tim Gluth
Perfectly Placed: SMJ Magnetic Body Post Markers
No matter what your favorite area of the hobby may be, bashing, drifting, racing, or trailing, having your body mounted “just right” is of the utmost importance. If you could use some help when lining up your body onto the body posts, SJM’s Magnetic Body Post Markers might be a great addition to your R/C toolbox. This multi-piece set will give [...]
- 2/26/2021
- 2:04 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
How-To: Paint 3D Printed Parts Like a Pro [Video]
3D printing has proven itself to be a perfect fit for the R/C hobby. A hobby in its own right, the ability to dream up and create parts and accessories for just about any radio-controlled vehicle is simply amazing. While some 3D-printed parts are meant to perform, others are created purely for their visual appeal. If you’re a scale R/C fanatic [...]
Redcat Racing Launches New Apparel Line
For fans of Redcat Racing, you can now show your love for the Arizona-based brand with their new apparel lineup. Two clothing items are available at launch; a snapback trucker cap and a t-shirt. The hat features the Redcat logo (in red) on the left front panel on a black base and features an adjustable back. The t-shirt features the Redcat [...]
- 2/25/2021
- 3:29 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
T-Works TE-231-MTC2 6mm Bearing Wheel Hub Axle for the Mugen…
T-Works has introduced its TE-231-MTC2 6mm Bearing Wheel Hub Axle for the Mugen MTC-2. This multi-piece component aims to improve rolling performance for Mugen’s on-road touring car kit. The T-Works TE-231-MTC2 6mm Bearing Wheel Hub Axle option part is priced at $17.50 (for a set of 2) and is available for purchase at rc-tworks.com. Click Here for more T-Works news on BigSquidRC.
1UP Racing “Perfect Center” Rear Outer Camber Link Mounts
1UP Racing has introduced a new option part for the Team Losi Racing 22 5.0 and 22X-4. The “Perfect Center” Rear Outer Camber Link Mounts help to optimize the rolling motion of the TLR 22, providing less resistance and allowing for more speed when entering and exiting corners. The camber link mount positions the ball over the rear drive axle, reducing [...]
- 2/24/2021
- 10:46 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Boom Racing Rock Monster 1.9" Silicone Scale Crawler Tire In…
Boom Racing has introduced a new, unique take on crawler tire inserts with one of their latest products; the Rock Monster RED Silicone 1.9″ Crawler Tire Insert. This insert uses a honeycomb pattern and silicone material (versus foam) to give your R/C crawler tires the most support possible, both on the trail and on the shelf. Designed for narrow tire and [...]
- 2/23/2021
- 10:16 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Club 5 Racing Full-Length Scale Roof Rack for the Redcat Rac…
Club 5 Racing has added a new roof rack option to its lineup of accessories for the Redcat Racing GEN8 Scout II. The Scale Full-Length Roof Rack is a great option for adding more scale detail and utility to their GEN8. Made from SLS printed nylon (side rails) and laser-cut Delrin plates (cross-sections), this roof rack covers most of the GEN8’s [...]
- 2/22/2021
- 10:41 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Rock Pirates RC Sliders
Looking to dress up your radio-controlled trail rig? Rock Pirates RC has two rock slider options that offer chassis protection with a bit of a rebellious streak. Designed for 7-and-8-inch-wide bodies, Rock Pirates RC Sliders are designed for durability. Made from heavy-gauge steel that’s been laser cut and powder coated, these rock sliders are a great way to add a unique [...]
- 2/16/2021
- 10:00 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Satisfy Your Scale, Scratch-build Needs with Scale Metal Sup…
One of the many reasons I love this hobby is the endless possibilities for building or customizing a vehicle. A ready-to-run (RTR) machine can be personalized with stickers, a new polycarbonate body, or even some creative cutting. Taking that a step (or two) further, you could bust out the welder and really craft something unique. If you’re talented with a torch [...]
- 2/15/2021
- 10:36 am
- New Products
scale rc - By: Tim Gluth
Contact LMP12 1/12-scale Touring Car Wheels
Schumacher has announced that their Contact LMP12 pan car wheels are now available as unmounted rims, allowing you to pair them with your preferred sets of tires. Three separate 1/12-scale wheel designs are available, each with its own style and hex mounting setup. The JT3RR is a rear wheel that features a six-spoke design and will fit the hex-style mount on the [...]
- 2/12/2021
- 10:15 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Redcat Racing Drops Three New Accessories for the SixtyFour …
Redcat has announced a series of new upgrades and accessories for their SixtyFour Lowrider. If you want to trick out your ride with even more scale goodness, these options have you covered from top to bottom. Let’s kick things off with a set of SixtyFour Lowrider Low-Profile Tires (#RER13882). Mounted to the standard, chromed, multi-spoke wheels, these tires will bring your [...]
- 2/12/2021
- 8:57 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
McAllister Racing Boss SK Modified Body
McAllister Racing has released its latest R/C modified body, the Boss SK (#322). Intended to fit most modern SK chassis designs, this body will give you a clean slate when it comes to customizing your radio-controlled modified racer. Made from 0.030 Lexan, this clear body includes window masks and will require trimming and adjustments for a proper fit. Priced at $29.99, the [...]
- 2/11/2021
- 10:07 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Stay Cool with this Traxxas Hoss 4x4 VXL Motor Cooling Syste…
Extreme bashing can lead to extreme temperatures, which isn’t good for your motor and ESC. Traxxas Hoss 4×4 VXL owners now have a new way to keep their motor running cool with the Traxxas Hoss Motor Cooling System. This two-part system consists of a cooling fan and aluminum heat sink, which attaches to the Hoss’s Velineon brushless motor. Sold separately, the [...]
- 2/10/2021
- 10:34 am
- New Products
Traxxas - By: Tim Gluth
Extreme Outdoor Adventure with the Traxxas TRX-4 Land Rover …
The Traxxas TRX-4 is all about adventure. Whether you’re cruising down the trail or carving your own path up and over rocks, this rig is built to perform in just about any condition. In their latest video, Traxxas treks into the wilderness with their stunning blue TRX-4 Land Rover Defender. Water, rocks, tree roots, and a stream crossing were no match [...]
