New from Jason and the good folks at JConcepts is the 1968 Pontiac Firebird 2 Drag Racing Clear Body. This version of the Pontiac Firebird has been updated with several new features. Check out these highlights- * Fits – Associated DR10, DR10M, Losi 22S, & Traxxas Drag Slash * Width – 11″ * Wheelbase – 13″ * Low-profile design * Built-in front splitter * Crowned hood [...]
The crew at Powerhobby have released a Brass High Clearance Chassis Link Set for the SCX24 Jeep Gladiator. This upgrade chassis link set not only gives your rig improved ground clearance, but also puts more weight down low to improve performance. Here are the highlights- * Helps increase durability * Upgrade over the stock plastic pieces * Eliminates axle wrap and unwanted axle [...]
Over at Yokomo they have announced the 1/10th scaled YD-2ZS RWD Drift Car Kit. Featuring a new 4 gear transmission for improved grip at low traction venues, the updated YD-2ZS is more than ready for your next drifting adventure. Here are more highlights- * 4-gear anti-torque transmission * Latest specification Φ4.8mm pillow balls * Drift specific springs * Can use shorty or regular [...]
Hey gang, happy Thursday to ya’ll! Before getting to the topic at hand this week, one that is very much non-r/c related, I wanted to quickly point out that the post I made about wanting a heavy duty big rig a few weeks back apparently came at a very good time. That Traxxas Flatbed Hauler is going to be PERFECT to [...]
Shipping now from JConcepts is a Fin Titanium Turnbuckle Set for the Losi Mini-T 2.0 and Mini-B. These trick looking turnbuckles are both incredibly lightweight, as well as strong. Here are the highlights- * Designed for style, durability, and performance * Accepts standard Losi Mini-T and Mini-B ball-cups * Lengthened adjustment hex area * Left- and right-hand threads for ease of adjustment * Original JConcepts [...]
Just announced by ARRMA is the 1/10th scaled 4S Kraton V2 BLX as well as the 1/10th scaled 4S Outcast V2 BLX monster trucks. Designed for toughness and speed, the new 4S series trucks from ARRMA are perfect for your next hardcore backyard bash session. Check out these highlights- * Longer, wider, and tougher than the previous version * Spektrum 4S brushless [...]
Coming in July from Kawada is the 1/12th scaled M300SR Pan Car Kit. This entry level 12th scaled racer is big on high quality components, without breaking the bank. Here are the highlights- * Perfect car for getting started in 1/12 racing * Carbon fiber chassis * Rear ball differential * T-bar type rear suspension * CNC machined aluminum motor mount * Aluminum machined rear hub * [...]
New and steaming hot from Traxxas is the TRX-6 Ultimate RC Hauler. This beastly rig has some pretty incredible scale realism to go along with its burly 6 wheel drive system. Here are the highlights- * Width – 9.8″ * Wheelbase – 23.7″ * LED lighting * Realistic tow bed * Molded side mirrors * Unique bumpers * Extended steel chassis * Detailed big rig wheels * Remote locking [...]
New from Exotek Racing is an Aluminum Drag Gear Box Set for the Team Associated B6 buggy. This heavy duty unit comes with the gear box cases, motor plate, and sway bar mounts. Here are more highlights- * Heavy duty laydown gear box * All alloy gearbox construction * Helps to keep gears in perfect alignment * No gearbox flexing that can cause binding * [...]
The crew at TLR is now teasing a new 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit. TLR has a long history of winning championships and their latest nitro buggy is sure to follow that tradition. The new TLR buggy is still in the teaser stage at this point, but we should get full details next week! Until we learn more, you can use this [...]
The folks over at Max Speed Technology have announced the 1/10th scaled TCR-FF LP56 Kit. This new kit comes with a highly detailed LP56 supercar body that rides on MST’s incredibly versatile TCR-FF chassis. The TCR chassis from MST allows you to chose between front motor front drive, mid-motor rear drive, or rear motor rear drive configurations. The Max Speed [...]
Over at G-Force they have officially announced their very first kit, the 1/10th scaled Genova 2WD Buggy. The Genova is good looking entry level buggy that has been designed with Masami Hirosaka to ensure a high quality off-road machine. * Rear motor layout * 292mm long wheelbase design * Option parts will be available * Hook and loop battery strap * Adjustable suspension You can use [...]
New from Reedy is a line-up of Sonic 540.DR Competition Brushless Drag Racing Motors. The Sonic 540.DR has ample torque off the line, with big power up top. Here are more highlights- * New stator with updated profile and thicker laminations * Balanced, high-strength 13.5mm rotor * Precision ball bearings * Several versions are available to suit various tuning requirements * Not legal for ROAR, [...]
New over at Hobbytech is a 1/8th Scale Pinion Puller. Hobbytech recently announced a new line-up of tools and the one that caught our eye the most was this pinion puller for M1 sized pinions. Made from beefy aluminum and designed for serious levels of power, the Hobbytech pinion puller can sure make your life a lot easier when you [...]
Recently the crew over at Jetko Power announced a pair of new Belted Pre-Mounted 1/8 GT Tires. New from Jetko are the Quicker Belted and Black Phoenix Belted tires. Designed from the ground up for extreme performance, a heavy duty belt is used to eliminate tire expansion at speed. A special high temperature foam insert is used and both sets [...]
