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Coming soon for all you 2wd buggy racers is the updated Yokomo YZ-2 DTM2. This Ryan Maifield edition DTM2 is the dirt version of the YZ-2 and sports a number of updates to help keep it at the front of the pack. Here are some highlights- * Gull wing style a-arms * Aluminum steering bellcrank & center link * Designed for lower grip [...]
Newly announced by Capricorn is the TE-03 USA touring car kit. This version of the TE-03 is the USA specification, meaning it has been changed for the high, to very high, levels of grip on most American carpet tracks. The big change on the USA spec TE-03 is its aluminum chassis which is well suited for high bite conditions. The folks [...]
Just announced by Shepherd is the Velox E8 4S. The latest Velox was designed to compete in the new EFRA 1/8 electric on-road class, or it should make a great base platform for a speed run car. Here are some of its features and specifications- * Updated chassis holds 2 LiPos in rear/center position * Carbon fiber motor fan mount * New motor [...]
Being teased right now by Serpent is the Project 4X EVO touring car kit. The original Project 4X was a radical new design that was released about two years ago, the EVO version is slated for a number of upgrades. Full details should be released soon and the Project 4X EVO is expected to start shipping later this month. Hit up [...]
New for the 2wd buggy race scene is the Yokomo YZ-2caL2. The YZ-2caL2 is Yokomo’s latest buggy designed for carpet and AstroTurf racing. Based off the highly successful YZ-2CA, the new buggy sports a number of revisions for durability and more speed. * Precision aluminum steering ball cranks * Laydown 3 gear transmission * 3 pad slipper * High capacity gear differential * Gull wing [...]
Are you ready for a new rear wheel drive drift car? If so, have a look at the YD-2 EXII from Yokomo. The YD-2 EXII is a high-end drift machine that was designed for ultimate performance and is made from elite materials. Here are some of its highlights- * Designed for a lower center of gravity * Improved performance at speed * New [...]
Time to unbox the Traxxas TRX-4 Chassis Kit. Because we are still recovering from the flood here at the office (it’s still a mess) Wrench stepped up and shot the video over at his place. We are really looking forward to building the kit, and will let everyone know how it goes. We aren’t expecting any gotcha’s, but you [...]
Coming later this month is the Black Metallic Plasma Edge II from Tamiya. This is a limited edition release that uses Tamiya’s trusted TT-02B chassis. * Special edition black metallic paint on wing and body * Pre-cut body * New stickers * CVA oil shocks * Front & rear sealed gear diffs Street pricing for the Plasma Edge II is $129, it has a part number [...]
Coming to a hobby shop near you is the Mercedes Benz Arocs 6×4 Tipper Truck from Tamiya. The Mercedes dump truck is big on scale realism and comes in kit form. Here are some of its details- * Realistic bed * Aluminum side channels on chassis * Metal leaf spring suspension * Front mounted motor * 3 speed transmission, radio controlled * Rear two axles are [...]
Just announced by Capricorn is the F1-02 Formula 1 car kit. The F1-02 received a number of upgrades for more adjust-ability, durability, and speed. Here are some highlights- * Lightweight aluminum rear axle * Laser-cut, precision adjustment shims * In-line servo mounting * In-line or transverse battery mounting positions * Adjustable front downstops * Full carbon fiber front end You can use This Link to check [...]
New from WRC Racing is the GTX 1.4 1/8th scale on-road car. This beastly nitro burner is made for serious speed, here are some of its highlights- * Reinforced drive belts * Lower servo positioning * Updated floating radio plate * New adjustable rear body mount * New belt tensioner * Rear diffuser * Magnetic brake return system * Length- 435mm * Wheelbase- 294-298mm * Width- 260mm You can hit This [...]
Coming soon from Team Associated are the RC8T3.1e and RC8T3.1 team truggy kits. Both trucks receive numerous updated from the B3.1 to improve durability and to help lower lap times. The T3.1e is street priced at $559 with a part number of #80938. On the nitro side of things, the T3.1 comes in at $609 and a part number of #80937. [...]
Many people prefer to build a kit. When you build a truck from parts, not only can you make sure everything is assembled properly, but you can also make changes and upgrades as you build. That’s why the folks at Traxxas have announced that their immensely popular TRX-4 will soon be available in Kit Form. Here is the scoop- * Easy [...]
Available now from WRC Racing is the NTX 1.2 nitro touring car. The NTX is a 1/10th scaled touring style car that is powered by your choice of nitro engines. Here is some of the scoop- * Carbon steering block extensions * New reinforced belts * New drive shafts * Aluminum belt supports * Flanged wheel nuts * Width- 195-200mm * Aerodynamic front bumper * Rear diffuser * Includes [...]
To celebrate 10 year since the MP9 TKI4 first made its debut, Kyosho has announced a special edition of the buggy for all you racing enthusiasts. The new Kyosho Inferno MP9 TKI4 10th Anniversary Special Edition comes with all the option parts that the Kyosho international team drivers use, plus it is simply one incredible buggy. Here is a list [...]
