Happy Friday everyone, the crew in the scale shop are in Servo heaven after receiving a shipment from Hitec. And just in time if I may add, with a few current projects getting close to finishing we have been needing some servos. First up is the Hitec HS-646WP, there is a reason we got four of them. A few weeks ago [...]
New from the good folks over at Pro-Line is a 1946 Dodge Power Wagon Clear Body for the SCX24 rock crawler. This vintage Dodge body keeps its original military-inspired design and is a great way to give your SCX24 a unique look. * Scale realistic look * Large fender flares & menacing front grill * Overspray film included * Fits the Axial SCX24 scale [...]
For all you no-prep drag racers out there, Pro-Line has announced a 1985 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Clear Body. The Pro-Line Camaro IROC-Z has loads of attitude and is great choice for your next no-prep drag car build. Check out these features- * Fully licensed by Chevrolet * Scale replica of the classic 80s sports coupe * Optional add-on rear spoiler * Made from a [...]
New over at Pro-Line are Dumont SC Paddle Tires. The Dumont paddle tires have been specifically designed for short course trucks and have been upgraded to be Pro-Line’s most extreme SCT paddle tire to date. Check out these highlights- * Works great for sand or snow * Large offset V-shaped tread * Made from very stiff rubber * Closed cell foam inserts are included * [...]
New over at Axial Racing is a Standard Axle Conversion Kit for the SCX10 III scale crawler. With some builders wanting the more scale appearance of a normal straight axle, the conversion kit makes it easy to make the switch. Here are the highlights- * Includes everything required for a straight axle conversion * Works on SCX10 III trucks with 12″, 12.3″, [...]
Yesterday we posted the first teaser video for the upcoming Cross RC AT4 EMO scale rock crawler. Today we have loads of under the hood pictures, plus more details on how the AT4 EMO will be shipping. The biggest news on the AT4 EMO is its new modular platform that comes with high clearance portal style axles, a two speed transmission, [...]
Hey gang, sorry for the late column this week. After two intense weeks of putting the LMT through it’s paces and shooting a bunch of video and writing the review, I’ve been in major catch-up mode ever since. It’s been really interesting seeing the reaction to this vehicle. Most of it has been positive, but of course you do have some [...]
Recently uploaded by Pro-Line is a How To Video on Installing Bubble Windows in their 70’s Rock Van body. The lengthy video goes into every detail on how to paint the 70’s Rock Van, then goes on to show how to perfectly install the bubble windows. Pro-Line’s 70’s Rock Van brings all sorts of groovy nastalgia to the trail, watch [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have announced that their Plasma Edge II will be released in Iridescent Purple/Green. The Iridescent Purple/Green version of the Plasma Edge will come with black wheels and shocks to go along with its pre-painted/pre-cut body and rear wing that sit atop its TT-02B chassis. The Iridescent Purple/Green Tamiya Plasma Edge II is still in the teaser [...]
Over at Hobby Recreation Products they have uploaded a video for the upcoming Cross RC AT4 EMO Series Rock Crawler. As you can see in the video below, the new AT4 EMO is heavy on scale realism, plus it will come with remote locking axle capability. As we are still in the teaser stage at the moment, we will all have [...]
Just announced by Exotek Racing is a Lightweight Aluminum Motor Plate for the incredibly popular Team Associated DR10 drag car. The Exotek motor plate is a high-end unit featuring CNC machined aluminum and aggressive slotting to save weight. The slots help to reduce motor temperatures more quickly, while bringing weight down to only 13 grams. The Exotek DR10 Aluminum Motor Plate [...]
Recently uploaded by Traxxas is a new action video for the Hoss 4×4 VXL called Monster Beach Blast. The mighty Hoss 4×4 comes loaded with a powerful VXL brushless system and massive tires to conquer any terrain. Watch the video below to see just how gnarly the Hoss can be while hardcore bashing down at the beach. To get more details [...]
Being teased right now by Tamiya is the Fighter Buggy RX Memorial. The Fighter Buggy RX Memorial (#47460) brings serious vintage rc appeal to the table with its DT-01 chassis and features a black body with gold plated wheels. No doubt Tamiya collectors will be all over this one, but for now we will have to wait for more details. Until [...]
Have you jumped in on the construction genre for the RC world? It can be a pretty fun and relaxing way to spend some time, moving dirt, and running the roads. The details on the Diecast Masters America vehicles are awesome, and we have had a blast running around with the Western Star 49X! If you are new to our [...]
Over at Team Corally they have posted a new Insane Jump Video that features the 2021 Kronos XP 6S Monster Truck. Watch below to see the Team Corally crew do a big step-up roof jump with the mighty Kronos. With enormous shocks and huge 6S brushless power system, the Team Corally Kronos is definitely one of the big hitters in [...]
