Hello dear reader, it’s your old pal Doug. You may remember me from posting under the Everybody’s Scalin’ For the Weekend blog years ago, or more recently (up until a month ago) the weekly Monster Truck Madness post! At the end of August, I said my goodbye. It took me about a week of twiddling my thumbs (perhaps to be more [...]
If you’re an R/C lowrider fan who has been looking for a way to refresh your ride, Redcat has a new body option that might fit the bill. They’ve just announced their 1971 Buick Riviera Pre-cut Lowrider Bodyset for 285mm wheelbase cars and the Redcat LRH285 lowrider chassis. This clear, polycarbonate body set includes multiple parts and is pre-cut for easy [...]
Recently announced by the good folks at Schumacher is the Neon 4WD MTC Mini Touring Car Kit. Expected to start shipping later this month, the new Neon features class leading suspension and transmission efficiency. Check out these highlights- * A well balanced car that is easy to drive fast * Available in two specifications – full carbon fiber or S2 * Double wishbone [...]
The Team Associated crew has announced a big surprise with their 1/10 TC7.2cc Collector’s Clear Edition Kit. The guys at AE released a Collector’s Clear Edition RC10 a while back and their upcoming TC7.2cc will also be quite the collector item. Here are the details- * Commemorates one of Team Associated’s most successful on-road cars * Designed for an optimal build experience * [...]
The good folks over at Hitec have announced that their DB950SW Wide Voltage Steel Gear 25T Digital Brushless Servo is now available. This beast of a servo comes with a trick looking aluminum case, with serious speed and torque under the hood. Here are the highlights- * Industry leading high-resolution with a 32-bit MCU & 12-bit ADC * Ultra efficient and powerful [...]
Just announced by Axial is the 1/24 SCX24 Lexus GX 470 4X4 RTR Rock Crawler. The Lexus GX 470 is small enough to be driven nearly anywhere, while also being big on scale realism. Check out these highlights- * Officially licensed Lexus GX 470 ABS hard body * Oil-filled shocks * Spektrum SLT2 2.4GHz radio system * Spektrum 350mAh LiPo battery and USB-C charger * [...]
After a bit of teasing around the web, Traxxas has officially announced the mighty Mini Maxx 4WD Monster Truck RTR. This beast of a mini monster truck comes with a 10th scale brushless system for all you power hungry savages out there, plus long travel suspension for catching big airtime. Check out these highlights- * Starts shipping in late November * 1/10 [...]
New from Treal are their *Aluminum Rear Hubs for ARRMA’s 1/7 Mojave, Felony, Infraction, Limitless, and 1/8 Typhon. With this upgrade, you can easily beef up your basher and give it a splash of style, too. Made from CNC-machined 7075 aluminum, these rear hubs offer greater durability compared to their stock counterparts. Available in three colors (black, red, and silver), this [...]
Just announced by Hobbywing is the XeRun XR10 Pro G3 Brushless ESC. This high-end race ESC is fully adjustable, while also putting out buttery smooth power. Check out these highlights- * Engineered for 1/10th modified class racing * Optimized performance and precision control * Three selectable ESC profiles for 1/10th rc racing * Internal electronic key switch * Separate programming port * Disc brake mode for [...]
Coming this December from Kyosho is the 1/10 Ultima SB Dune Master Buggy Kit. This neo-vintage styled off-road buggy certainly has a unique look, to go along with it’s high performance 2wd Ultima based chassis. Check out these highlights- * Clear polycarbonate body * Includes decals and window masks * L-wrenches and pinion gear included * Wheelbase – 270mm * Width – 249mm * Rear mounted [...]
New from Treal are their Aluminum Front Steering Knuckles for a selection of ARRMA 1/7 & 1/8 models. Offering improved durability and style, this upgrade is a great way to get more life out of your R/C basher. Made from CNC-machined 7075 aluminum, these front steering knuckles offer improved durability compared to their stock counterparts. Available in three colors (black, red, [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the 1/24th scaled Subaru Impreza STI 2006 Drift Spec 2 GT24 2.0 RTR. This hot looking Subaru features unique enhancements made especially for you, the hardcore drifting enthusiast. Check out these highlights- * Locked differentials for tighter turns and enhanced drifting performance * New GT24 2.0 chassis redesigned for optimal handling * New front bumper pre-installed * Injection molded [...]
After a bit of teasing, the crew at KO Propo has dropped full details on their Device 2024 Hara Special Limited Edition Transmitter. This top of the line radio system is bling’ed out with purple anodizing and even sports a special plate showing off the limited edition serial number. Here are more highlights- * Dish design aluminum wheel * Special Hara Edition [...]
New from Jevries is their set of Aluminum & Steel 55mm Front Shocks for the Redcat SixtyFour and FiftyNine lowriders. Fully-functional and designed for scale realism, these shocks offer a great way to give your R/C lowrider a customized touch without breaking the bank. Measuring 55mm from hole-to-hole, these shocks feature polished aluminum struts and spring caps with steel springs and [...]
New from the good folks at RPM is a Rear Bumper / Skid Plate for the mighty Losi Mini-T 2.0 & Mini-B. RPM has long been known for making the best bumpers on the market and their new unit for the Mini-T 2.0 and Mini-B was designed to take a serious beating. Here are the highlights- * Easy bolt on upgrade * [...]
