New from Fury RC is a 1/12th scaled All-Terrain Drift Tank. Looking much like a high performance Ripsaw, the Fury RC Drift Tank is ready for all sorts of crazy backyard adventures. Check out these highlights- * Suitable for use indoors or out * Add water for a crazy simulated lighting spray * Scale realistic aluminum body panels * 2.4GHz radio gear * 30° slope [...]
We recently got our hands on the ROCHobby 1:12 Scale TYPE82E Kommandeurwagen Beetle and it’s time to get it unboxed and on the trails! As you can see our trails are covered with snow right now but the TYPE82E did great. The scale realism on this vehicle is insane. WORKING DOOR HANDLES! You have to watch the unboxing, then check [...]
Now available from RC4WD are Black Stamped Steel 0.7″ Beadlock Wheels. A whole lot of people have jumped into the small scale crawling market this year. Now, thanks to RC4WD, here is a set of very trick scale wheels for your next build. Check out these highlights- * Scale realistic stamped steel wheels * Beadlock design * Fits – 0.7″ crawling tires * Width [...]
Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s Everybody’s Scalin’. With only a week until the Ultimate Scale Truck Expo we have been wrapping up our builds and getting ready to hit the road. While I was weathering the bed for Farm Truck 2, I looked over at the FMS Models Chevy K10 and figured it could use some aging. Now [...]
After a good bit of teasing, Kraken RC has announced the 1/5th scaled VESLA.5 RWD Class 1 True Scale RTR. The VESLA.5 is all new from Kraken and was modeled after the legendary HPI Baja 5B. The VESLA.5 will be available in two different forms- with a full gasoline engine, or brushless powered. Here are the highlights- * Robust modern layout * [...]
Over at JConcepts they’ve released a new VLog talking all about Monster Trucks. The VLog talks about not only improving the performance of your monster truck, but also some of their products to boost your scale realism game. With some behind the scenes information, and plenty of monster truck talk, the VLog is a great way to learn more about [...]
New from Hitec is the low profile DB778WP Servo. The 778WP is a great choice for 1/10 2wd or 4wd buggy and is IP-67 waterproof rated. Here are the highlights- * Premium-quality construction * Great for 1/10 buggy or touring car * Ultra-efficient brushless motor * High-resolution digital circuit * Hardened steel gears * All-aluminum, IP-67 rated waterproof case * Backed by Hitec’s 2-year warranty * Voltage Range [...]
Today I present the scariest featured picture ever, at least if you’re not really keen on maths and physics. But fear not, this column will be a light hearted read. The picture is taken from the dissertation and thesis Dynamic Understeer Control Using Active Rear Toe, by Mark Oliver Dixon Kaufman of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach, Florida. I read parts of it, [...]
The folks at Element RC have been sharing some great tips throughout the year with their Trail Tip Tuesday video series. To cap off 2021, they’ve released their Top 10 tips for new RC enthusiasts.Here is an overview of Element RC’s Top Trail Tip Tuesday videos of 2021:RTR Garage Box Assembly New RTR Checklist Glue Accessory Grommets 5 Battery Care Tips 4 Tips For [...]
Let’s GO! It’s Episode 57 and there has been a bunch of news in the RC wold lately, so join us for a quick recap of what’s going on. Remember we encourage participation, so please comment as we go along. Also, if you would be so kind as to bash that subscribe button, mash the thumbs up and ring that [...]
Hello gang and Happy Thursday. Thirty years ago last week, on January 31st, 1992, little seven year old Douglas was at the St. Louis Arena for the annual USHRA monster truck show. Being someone with a February birthday, this was always my present. The Arena is long gone, but I’m very thankful to of grown up going to monster truck shows there. [...]
New from Tamiya is a promotional video for their upcoming 1/14 Scania 770 S 6X4. The new Scania has incredible scale looks, to go along with a plethora of scale features. If you are looking for your next big rig build, the Scania is a great choice. With loads of sound and light options, you can make this rig just [...]
Over at Fury RC they are now teasing a Pro Version of their 1/8th scaled YK4082 RTR Scale Rock Crawler. As the 1/8th rock crawling community continues to grow, the crew at Fury RC are continuing to push the envelope of technology. The Pro version comes with upgraded tires, soft rubber mirrors to reduce crash damage, and other upgrades that [...]
Shipping right now from Carisma is the SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Mitsubishi Pajero XL-W RTR. This late 80’s classic has a nicely scaled polycarbonate body and sits on Carisma’s SCA-1E 2.1 chassis. Check out these highlights- * Latest Gen 2 layout with CMS mount for a forward weight bias * New Anti Torque Twist Transmission * Fully licensed 80’s Mitsubishi body * Injection molded scale [...]
Looking to take your R/C lowrider hopping to the next level? Redcat Racing has announced a new, Dual Servo Kit for the SixtyFour Lowrider that will give you full control over the front suspension on your low-riding machine. Consisting of a base plate, link arms, installation hardware, and more, this kit allows you to add a second REEFS RC 300 Alacritious [...]
