New from R1 Wurks is the 1/10 DC1.2 Drag Car Kit. This successor to the original DC1 has been updated for more speed and consistency. Here are the highlights- * Optimized carbon fiber chassis * Drop-down wheelie bar bracket * Motor mount support * Left side adjustable motor support wedge * Adjustable Front Bumper * Aluminum gearbox with a 2.6 to 1 ratio * Drag race-specific CVA [...]
New from Treal are their Front and Rear Lower Suspension Arms for the Traxxas Maxx and the Maxx Slash. Durable and stylish, these suspension upgrades will let you turn up the wick in bashing performance no matter which of the above Traxxas machines you run. Machined from 7075 aluminum, these lower suspension arms are a direct-fit replacement for the stock arms [...]
The latest news from the crew at eXcelerate RC is a teaser on their upcoming Prodigy F1 Car Kit. The eXcelerate RC crew is based out of Wisconsin and have started to make a big push on the on-road scene. A couple of weeks ago they announced the Prodigy 12 pan car kit and now they are throwing their hat [...]
Coming in September from Tamiya is the 1/10 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 2.8 Kit. The Porsche 911 comes on Tamiya’s versatile BT-01 chassis and of course has a beautifully scaled polycarbonate body. Here are more highlights- * Realistic short wheelbase, midship rear motor, rear wheel drive layout * 1/10 scale rc model assembly kit * Width: 204mm * Wheelbase: 251mm * Silver color wheels – [...]
Over at Kyosho they have uploaded a new promotional video for their Lazer SB Dirt Cross 4WD Readyset. The Lazer SB Dirt Cross is the perfect buggy for backyard bashing. Watch the video below to learn more about the key features of the Lazer SB Dirt Cross, plus it has plenty of action footage as well. Use this link to get [...]
Hello everyone and happy Thursday to you all! Today is the first day of August, and that means that Summer is nearing its conclusion. I mean, I guess that’s positive thinking- here in the Midwest it’ll probably be hot for at least another two months, but hey, I can dream, right? Anyways, with the calendar inching towards Fall, I’m very much looking [...]
Over at Redcat they have announce that their Ascent-18 1/18 Brushed RTR Rock Crawler will be available in Pink. The Ascent-18 is an affordable small scale crawler that is big on performance. Featuring a sturdy full time 4wd drivetrain and high clearance portal axles, the Ascent-18 is more than ready for your next trail adventure. Here are the highlights- * Ball [...]
After a few months of teasing, full details have been released on the ridiculously trick RC Maker 1/10 SP1 & SP1-F Kits. Made from high end materials, and pushing the envelope of car design, the SP1 and SP1-F are going to turn a lot of heads, as well as win a lot of races. Here is the scoop- * Laydown push-rod [...]
New from Kyosho is a promotional video for their gorgeous looking 1970 Chevy Chevelle Supercharged VE in Dark Blue. The Kyosho Chevelle has been impeccably scaled down from the original and comes on Kyosho’s easy to drive Fazer Mark 2 AWD chassis. The video goes over some of the major features of the Chevelle, plus it includes some action footage [...]
New from Injora is their Adustable Black Brass Servo Mount for the 1/18-scale Redcat Ascent-18. Adding a little weight to this tiny crawler is a great way to improve its performance, and what better way to do that than with strategically placed brass? Made from machined brass and weighing 10g, this adjustable servo mount allows you to move the vertical mounting [...]
The good folks over at Team Associated have announced Factory Team Carbon Fiber Rear Arm Inserts for their RC8B4.1 & RC8B4.1e race buggies. These ultra-trick carbon inserts can help tune your buggy for different traction conditions by increasing torsional stiffness for more predictable traction on high-grip tracks. * Comes with two inserts * Made from 2.0mm CNC routed carbon fiber * Custom profiled [...]
Over at Infinity they have just dropped their new 1/10 IF14-2 Mid Touring Car Kit. This high-end race machined has an ultra-low center of gravity design and is made from high quality materials. Here are the highlights- * Belt driven 4wd system * Carbon fiber chassis * Equal length front and rear belts * Centrally placed spur gear to improve weight distribution * Designed for [...]
New from JConcepts are Swaggoo 2.2″ Slim Front Tires. The Swaggoos feature one of the most interesting names in all of rc and were designed to give your race buggy more grip on carpet or turf tracks. Check out these highlights- * Based off of JC’s Swagger race tires * Staggered wedges with added teeth and notched large lugs * Scalloped tire bead [...]
Rock Pirates RC’s Comp Slider Systems for 1/10-scale R/C competition crawlers is new. Durable and lightweight, these rock sliders not only help guide your rig across obstacles but also offer a convenient spot to mount your rig’s battery. The Rock Pirates RC Comp Slider System has a narrow, compact design that will fit most popular 1/10-scale crawler models. Other highlights include [...]
New from Injora is their Aluminum Front and Rear Bumper Set for the FMS FCX18 Toyota LC80. Whether you’re looking for a visual update for your 1/18-scale trail rig or want to add additional durability to the front and rear of your machine, these bumpers should have you covered in both areas. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, these bumpers feature a tube-style [...]
