Last week I wrote about all the ways this hobby can challenge us, this week is about what’s my chosen challenge for the moment. Giving my SCX10 III a new look, better than the previous one. New wheels from Locked Up RC, and a yellow paint job for more striking visibilty in photographs. I’m going with the same body as before, [...]
New from Exotek Racing is a Twister Belted Drag Tire and Wheel Set with Inserts. Designed for the absolute maximum in performance, the Twister belted drag tires are ready to give your car its quickest passes yet. Here are the highlights- * Fits – 2wd drag cars * Tires are belted to eliminate tire expansion * Molded from a premium rubber compound for [...]
The crew at Pro-Line Racing are serious about their paint and have just announced a batch of new items. Pro-Line has announced 5 new vibrant colors, as well as a pearl flake in clear. Here are the details- * #6324-03 Pearl Flake Clear * #6325-16 Lime Green * #6325-17 Sky Blue * #6326-06 Metallic Billet Silver * #6327-09 Pearl Electric Blue * #6327-10 Pearl Arctic Blue The [...]
Happy Thursday, folks! The weekend is so close you can almost taste it. Last week the gang at RC4WD announced their Iron Hammer 1/8 Steel Monster Truck Chassis. The Iron Hammer is aptly named, as it’s a big ‘ol chunk of metal. The chassis features 3 lbs of welded steel tubing! It’s a burly piece of kit that would seem to be [...]
New from Pro-Line are Dumont Front Paddle/Rib 2.2″/3.0″ SC Pre-Mounted Tires. The new Dumonts have been specifically engineered to go up front on your 4wd short course truck. The design of the Dumont has ribs to increase steering and small paddles to add to forward traction. Here are the highlights- * Pre-mount for your convenience * Tires come on Raid black 6×30 [...]
The crew at Pro-Line have announced Holcomb Aluminum 1.9″ Crawler Wheels. The new Holcomb wheels from Pro-Line feature an innovative design, to go along with their nicely scaled look. Here are the highlights- * Retro inspired look * Unique outer ring with inner wheel face * Sized to fit 1.9″ crawler tires * Easy to assemble 3-piece design * Standard 12mm wheel hex * Made in [...]
New from Pro-Line Racing are Toyo Open Country R/T G8 1.9″ Crawling Tires. These mark the first Toyo off-road tires from Pro-Line and have the scale realism, and performance, that you need. Here are the highlights- * Molded from Pro-Line’s G8 rubber compound * Aggressive styling * Unique dual-sidewall design * Massive overall grip * Fits 1.9″ crawling wheels * Made in the USA The Pro-Line Toyo [...]
Now available for pre-order are 1/6 FOX Aluminum Shock Caps from Pro-Line Racing. The new shock caps are sized to fit the SCX6 and are fully licensed by FOX. Here are the highlights- * Precision machined aluminum shock caps * Fits stock SCX6 shock bodes * Sleek black anodizing * FOX tail logo etched on the sides * Includes machined Delrin shock bushings and steel [...]
New from Pro-Line Racing is a 1/10 1972 Chevy K-10 Clear Body. This highly scale realistic body is fully licensed and has a great vintage look. Check out these highlights- * Comp-specific enhancements blended with a scale look * Designed to fit crawlers with a 12.3″ wheelbase * Detailed decal sheet * Window masks are included * Paint-then-peel overspray film * Made from a durable polycarbonate * [...]
Now being teased by HB Racing is the 1/10th scaled D4 Evo3 4WD Race Buggy Kit. This high-end race kit was designed to win at the highest levels of competition by using high-end materials and design. With an updated center gear differential and various carbon fiber goodies, the D4 Evo3 is ready to put you in the winners circle. The HB [...]
Newly updated by Traxxas is the 2022 XO-1 Supercar! The XO-1 has long been known as one of the fastest out-of-the-box rc cars that money could buy, now it has been updated for even more speed! Here are the highlights- * 100+mph top speed * Improved aero balance * Increased downdforce * Traxxas TSM electronic stability management * Updated rear wing * High downforce canards * Rear [...]
Now being teased by LC Racing is the 1/14th scaled EMB-RA RTR Rally Car. With a sturdy 4wd system and a scale look, the EMB-RA is ready for your next backyard rally adventure. Here are the highlights- * Width – 190mm * Wheelbase – 225mm * Shaft driven 4wd * Aluminum shocks * Bearing equipped * CVA style front driveshafts * Hobbywing 35 amp waterproof 3S capable [...]
Available now from Xtreme Racing are Carbon Fiber Shock Towers for the mighty Traxxas Sledge monster truck. These beefy towers are ready for hardcore use, while also looking incredibly trick. Here are the highlights- * Front and rear towers are available * Made from 5mm thick carbon fiber * Lightweight design * Designed for durability * Made in the USA The Xtreme Racing Carbon Fiber Shock [...]
Are you planning an extreme build for your 1/24-scale R/C crawler? If you’re looking for a new set of tires to help you get through the trickiest of terrain, Little Guy Racing Parts has released its newest 1.0" tire, the Swamp King M/T. Featuring an aggressive tread pattern and made from LGR’s latest NL2 Super Sticky Competition Compound, these tires should [...]
New at GPM is an Aluminum Rear Sway Bar Set for the Losi Hammer Rey rock racer. Made from durable aluminum, and available in different colors to suit your build, the sway bar set is a sweet upgrade for your Hammer Rey. Here are the highlights- * Fits – Losi Hammer Rey U4 Rock Racer * 5 different colors available * Weight -90 [...]
