Does your Traxxas basher need a durability overhaul? If you’re looking for a way to battle-harden your Traxxas Slash, Rustler, or Stampede, take a look at this new offering from Injora; Hardened-steel Front and Rear CVD Shafts. As the name implies, these CVD driveshafts are made from hardened steel and should help improve the longevity of your 1/10-scale Traxxas basher’s [...]
This week in the MTM I wanted to share some r/c pulling news with you. The folks at Sutton Motorsports & Machine have announced that their latest generation r/c pulling chassis, the JAWS EVO, has been updated. The EVO is designed for both performance and scale looks. It’s very similar in appearance to what you’d see underneath the fiberglass body of a [...]
Coming soon from Kaioz RC Model Studio is the JKmax AIRMATIC System 2.0. The AIRMATIC air-ride suspension system is designed for use in the JKmax scale crawler, but can be used for other custom applications as well. Here are the highlights- * Second generation air system from Kaioz * Comes with main compressor and four airbags * Silicone air pipes * Four channel remote [...]
Now being teased by LESU is a very cool looking Scale Cement Mixer Kit. This 1/14th scaled cement mixer is made from stainless steel for a truly authentic look and even rotates like a 1:1 unit. The cement mixer has a part number of #LS-A0029 and you can hit up this link to visit LESU’s Official Facebook Page. Smash This Link to [...]
New from Axial Racing is the SCX10 III Base Camp 4WD RTR. The new Base Camp was designed for excellent performance, while not breaking the bank. Check out these highlights- * Available in three colors – Blue, green, or gray * All-new SCX10 III LCXU transmission * Easy to mount body posts * AR45P portal axles * All-new aluminum oil filled shocks * Fully licensed Demello [...]
Axial Racing has released a new ready to run called the 1/10 Axial SCX10 III Base Camp, and it is a budget/entry level rig that will open up the doors to this wonderful hobby to all the newcomers while keeping the cost down. Will the Axial Base camp live up to its lineage, or will it be left by the [...]
The list of SCX24 upgrades continues to grow. If you’re searching for more scale detail to add to your 1/24-scale rig, you’ll want to check out this new release from Injora. With their Aluminum M2 Wheel Nut Caps, you add a simple touch of detail to each of your wheels. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, each wheel nut cap houses an M2 [...]
Coming this summer from Kyosho is a 1/10 1967 Pontiac GTO Readyset in Tyrolean Blue. Kyosho’s Pontiac GTO has been very popular among street bashers and soon it will be available in an all new color option. Here are the highlights- * Licensed by General Motors * Width – 210mm * Wheelbase – 274mm * Gear Ratio – 6.54: 1 * Weight – 1650 grams * [...]
Club 5 Racing has introduced another neat scale accessory for the Element RC Knightrunner. Their Truck Bed Storage Box is a great way to add some modern utility to the already tricked-out Knightrunner RTR. These Truck Bed Storage Boxes are 3D printed using black PA12 Nylon and include all necessary installation hardware. Priced at $27.99, these Truck Bed Storage Boxes from Club [...]
Shipping this July from Kyosho is a Cortez Silver version of their 1/10 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396 Readyset. This vintage El Camino SS 396 has the scale looks that you want, with an easy to drive Phaser Mk2 FZ02L chassis underneath. Here are the highlights- * Width – 210mm * Wheelbase – 274mm * Weight – 1650 grams * Gear Ratio – [...]
Coming in July from Kyosho is their Honda Civic Type R AWD Mini-Z in Brilliant Sporty Blue Metallic & Crystal Black Pearl. The Civic Type R is one of the hottest cars on the road and soon you will be able to get the AWD Mini-Z version in two hot new colors. Here are more details- * Four-wheel drive chassis with [...]
Fans of the Axial SCX24 have a new performance upgrade to check out from Treal. If you want to add more low-end weight to your small-scale crawler, Treal’s 18g Brass Front Steering Knuckles should help you do just that. Weighing 18g each, these brass steering knuckles are a direct replacement for the stock, plastic set, adding an ample amount of low [...]
Oh yes, air filled tires are quickly becoming the latest rage in the rc business! Just announced by Exotek is an Air Valve equipped Twister Pro Drag Wheel & Tire Set. The Twisters are the very latest in rc tire technology where the tires run air (instead of a foam insert), just like your full sized car. Check out these [...]
Shipping in June from Kyosho is a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 RWD Mini-Z in Torch Red. The new Corvette sits on Kyosho’s realistic RWD chassis and comes with a display case quality body. Here are the highlights- * Syncro KT-531P transmitter * Part of Kyosho’s Mini-Z RWD series * Transmitter has both steering and throttle trim * Dual rate and LED control functions * Improved steering [...]
New from Hobbytech RC is the 1/8th scaled NXTE RR21 GT Kit. The new NXTE RR21 GT was designed to feature an excellent price to quality ratio and is based off the older TT NXT RR21. Here are the highlights- * 7075 aluminum 4mm chassis * All aluminum parts made in France * Integrated rear mudguard * 2 piece motor mount * 16mm shocks with [...]
