Hey gang and Happy Thursday to you! Every now and then in this space I’ve discussed my love of the SnowRunner / Spintires series of video games. I recently got a Tamiya Globe Liner to build into a truck for purposes such as this (more details on the build coming soon here, as I’m already modifying it!). Well, last weekend I [...]
Now available from RC4WD is a Billet Aluminum Fuel Cell Radio Box. This incredibly trick radio box is made from CNC machined aluminum and is available in red or black. Here are the highlights- * Scale realistic design * Length – 2.37in / 60.3mm * Width – 1.65in / 42mm * Height – 1.08in / 27.7mm * Weight – 1.44oz / 41g The RC4WD Billet Aluminum [...]
After a few months of teasing, the radical new Agama N1 Nitro Buggy Kit is now available for pre-order. Featuring laydown shocks and numerous other high-end features, the Agama N1 is ready to win races! Here are more highlights- * Fully enclosed a-arms * Double bearing system on differentials * Super durable rear wing mount * Designed for easy maintenance * Laydown suspension to lower [...]
Newly announced by Exotek Racing is a Heavy Duty Top Plate for the Losi Lasernut. Made from high-end materials, this top plate is designed for extreme use. Here are the highlights- * Factory racing style design * Aluminum alloy parts * High gloss 3mm carbon fiber center plate * Bolt on upgrade for the Losi Lasernut * Not for use on the Tenacity The Exotek Heavy [...]
Now available from the good folks at RC4WD is a 1/14 Flat Bed Hydraulic 4×4 Tow Truck. The new tow truck from RC4WD is big on scale realism, as well as being built heavy enough for long days on the job. Check out these highlights- * Flatbed winch * Hard plastic European style cab * Full metal 3 speed transmission * Simulated air suspension * [...]
Now shipping from Fenix Racing is a 1/10 Classic Team Lotus 97 F1 Body. The new Lotus has classic Formula 1 vibes and is molded from clear polycarbonate. Sized to fit most modern 1/10 F1 cars, the 1997 Lotus is sure to turn heads down at your local track. The Fenix Racing Classic Team Lotus 97 F1 Body is street priced [...]
Injora offers two bearing upgrade options for the popular Traxxas TRX-4M 1/18-scale crawler. Whether you’re just looking to ditch the stock bushings and achieve smoother rolling performance or want to go the extra mile with a sealed bearing, these new options have you covered. For a basic upgrade, Injora’s Steel Bearing Kit (#TRX4M-03SR) will set your TRX-4M up with smoother performance [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled BD11 Factory Team Edition Touring Car Kit. This high-end race machine was designed for carpet supremacy and comes loaded with option parts. Here are the highlights- * Comes with the option parts used by team drivers * Features all the new parts used at the last World Championship * +0.5mm FR graphite suspension arm * -1mm RR [...]
H-Tech Custom Products has released a new, 1/10-scale Aluminum Drop Hitch accessory for scale R/C crawlers and utility trucks. Designed for durability and real-world use, this trailer hitch offers up plenty of scale detail for your radio-controlled rig. Made from a combination of CNC-machined aluminum and metal hardware, this drop hitch has multiple height adjustment locations to best suit your 1/10-scale [...]
The crew at Team Associated has announced that their 1/10 APEX2 Sport Datsun 240Z Clear Body is now shipping. AE recently released a Datsun 240Z RTR and soon you will be able to get that trick 240Z body in clear. Sized to fit standard 1/10 touring cars, the Datsun 240Z has been nicely scaled down from the original for your [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is a re-release of their Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI Martini. The Alfa Romeo has been around in various forms since 1997 and is now back on the easy to build, and easy to drive, TT-02 chassis. * Comes with torque tuned motor * Friction shocks * Plastic bushings * Detailed polycarbonate body * Plastic tub style chassis The re-release [...]
Over at Traxxas they have a very cool Tech Bench Article on doing a Bronco High Trail Edition Custom Build. The article goes over how you can add a long arm lift kit and bigger tires to your Bronco for a true High Trail custom look. By adding larger 2.2″ tires along with a lift kit, your rig not only [...]
G’day folks and welcome to another Losing Grip column. Except for Doug, he’s not welcome, he stole my planned subject for today! Dang. Anyway, late again, I am sorry to say, but such is the nature of hobbies. They require spare time, and when little or no spare time is acquired, hobbies are given no quarter. What I am happy to [...]
At the rapid rate Injora keeps cranking out goodies for the Traxxas TRX-4M, it’s hard to keep up. Their latest upgrade item is a 12g Brass Steering Link (#TRX4M-06) to help you add low, front-end weight to your 1/18-scale trail truck. Weighing in at 12g, this steering link features a polished brass appearance with Injora’s logo engraved on the top. Stylish [...]
Now being teased by Bittydesign is their next high performance 1/10 Touring Car Body. The Bittydesign crew has released a bunch of trick bodies in 2022 and their upcoming touring car body will put a nice cap on the year. With Bittydesign being well known for their stylish looks and high-end performance, we can’t wait to learn more about their [...]
