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Newly announced by the folks at JConcepts are Torch 1.9″ Aluminum Wheels for the Traxxas TRX-4. The Torch wheels sport a sweet scale inspired look, while also being fully capable out on the trail. Optional brass weights can be added for improved performance and they feature a real beadlock design. * 6 spoke design * Bolt-in 12mm wheel hex adapter * Black with [...]
Come soon from JConcepts are ReHab Tires for 1/8th scale buggy. The ReHab is much like the JConcepts’ Detox tires but with smaller tread for smoother tracks. Dense lugs are used in a stacked configuration to help give your buggy more grip while lasting longer than other tires. The ReHabs will be available in different rubber compounds and are priced at [...]
Coming soon to a hobby shop near you is the JConcepts 1988 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab MT Clear Body. This fleetside, extended cab design comes with a slight flare to the wheel openings to help accommodate tires of different sizes. It is fully licensed by Chevrolet and features a 13″ wheelbase with a width of 7″. * Designed to fit trucks [...]
Over Memorial Day weekend the JConcepts crew did a bunch of filming at the Diggers Dungeon 12th Annual No Limit RC Monster Truck World Finals. The video shows a bunch of high energy scale monster truck action, as well as plenty of footage of Grave Digger’s own Dennis Anderson. Watch the video to learn more about the rc event that [...]
After some teasing, JConcepts has released full details on their Suspension Conversion Kit for the Traxxas Slash 4×4 and Stampede 4×4. The conversion kit, along with a few other parts, allows you to build a gnarly monster truck out of your Slash or Pede 4×4. * Kit comes with aluminum caster blocks, aluminum shock stand-offs, body mount adapters, and carbon fiber [...]
Last week JConcepts announced a very cool new body for monster truckers- the “Grandma” 1951 Ford Panel Truck. One of the most iconic monster truck bodies of them all. No doubt several of you are curious as to what the “Grandma” is in reference to, though. The official press release gives a nod but isn’t explicit. “Grandma” is the nickname that [...]
Here ya go monster truck drivers, JConcepts has officially announced the 1951 Ford Panel Truck Clear Body. Nicknamed “Grandma”, the ’51 Ford can give your monster truck an old school look to make your truck stand out in a crowd. The panel truck body is a direct fit on the SMT10 and has an 11″ length with a 7″ width, [...]
Have you ever thought about converting your Traxxas Slash 4×4 or Stampede 4×4 into a gnarly monster truck? If so, JConcepts has announced a Suspension Conversion Set to do just that. The JConcepts conversion set comes with very trick carbon fiber shock towers, aluminum shock stand-offs, aluminum caster blocks, and body mount adapters. These are used in conjunction with other [...]
It looks like JConcepts is getting ready to throw some excitement into the monster truck wars with their latest teaser. “Rising From The Grave” are the words on this sneak peak, which is a pretty good clue as to what the product will be. For now we are left with these two images, tomorrow the 25th is the day when [...]
Just announced by the crew over at JConcepts are Aluminum Planetary Caps for their Tribute monster truck wheels. The planetary caps are not only stronger than the stock units, but also add a great touch of scale realism. Here are some of their highlights- * 6 hole pattern, mounts with stock hardware * CNC machine aluminum * Anodized in black * Direct fit for [...]
It seems like every week we are getting a press release from a company showing off another cool, classic body. Despite their being an abundance of good looking, niche satisfying stuff on the market, I thought it would be fun to share my personal “Top 5 Bodies I Wish Someone Would Release” list. Quick caveat before we begin- these are bodies I wish [...]
The big news out of the JConcepts compound today is the 1979 Ford F-250 Supercab clear body. The F-250 has an old school look and should look great when mounted up on your monster truck race machine. The body sports a wheelbase of 12.75″ and a width of 7″, this allows it to be used on a wide variety of [...]
With monster trucks really taking off this year JConcepts has announced the 1988 Chevy Silverado Body. The Chevy comes in clear ready for your custom paint scheme and is sized to fit trucks like the Tamiya Clod Buster. Here are some of its other features- * Officially licensed by Chevy * Comes with window masks, decal sheet, and protective film * 11″ wheelbase [...]
Recently announced by the crew at JConcepts is a pair of new Aero Front Wings for the Team Associated B64/B64D. The wings will be available in narrow (#0176) or in wide (#0177) and are formed from polycarbonate. The front wings can give your B64 more front down-force and can be used as another tool for tuning your buggy for various [...]
Coming soon to a hobby shop near you is the JConcepts F2 Clear Body for the Team Associated B64/B64D. The F2 is an aggressive cab forward design that is formed to help give your buggy enhanced steering rotation and better handling characteristics over large jumps. * Comes with two Aero wings * Blended body and wing * Comes in clear with a protective [...]
