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The folks over at Tamiya have just announced the very groovy Volkswagen Flower Power Type 2 kit. The Flower Power Volkswagen (#47453) comes with a pre-painted and cut polycarbonate body to ensure a perfect look. Also, the VW sits on Tamiya’s capable M05L chassis that has a wheelbase set at 239mm. We will post more details as they become available, until [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have announced an X-SA version of their legendary Lunch Box monster truck, as well as their Hornet 2wd buggy. The X-SA series comes completely pre-assembled, but does not included electronics. These are basically “rollers” that save you build time, while allowing you to save cash by using electronics that you already have. The expert semi-assembled Lunch [...]
Over at Tamiya they are teasing the return of the Vanquish VQS vintage 1/10 4wd buggy kit. This classic Tamiya buggy has not been re-released before, which means all you Tamiya collectors out there should be stoked! For now all we know is that the Vanquish (#58686) should start shipping this fall. You can use this link to hop on over [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced they are bringing back the Avante 2011 Kit. The Tamiya Avante is a legend in the rc world, this fall you will be able to once again go down to your local hobby shop and buy a brand new one! Here are some of the Avante’s highlights- * First released in 1988 * Classic 4wd race [...]
Are your local trails getting scalding hot this summer? Do you race indoors at a track without air conditioning? To help keep you cool while driving, Tamiya has announced a limited edition Neck Fan. The Tamiya neck fan can help you keep your cool, even on the hottest of days. The neck fan sports a rechargeable battery that can last [...]
Over at JConcepts they have uploaded a video for their very trick Regulator Chassis Conversion Kit for the Tamiya Clod Buster. The Regulator was designed from the ground up for maximum performance, the video below gives tons of behind the scenes talk about the making and development of the Regulator Stage 2 chassis kit. After the video, you can hit up [...]
New from JConcepts is the Regulator Stage 2 Chassis Conversion Kit for the legendary Tamiya Clod Buster. The crew at JConcepts are hardcore about their monster trucks and the Regulator 2 represents the very latest in design technology. Check out these highlights- * Low center of gravity design * CNC machined aluminum parts * Optional brass weights * Heavy duty aluminum cradle * Fiberglass steering [...]
New from Tamiya is a TRF Transmitter Bag. The TRF transmitter bag is a great way of protecting your expensive transmitter, while also looking incredibly stylish. * Soft strap cover * Black with distressed TRF logo * Multiple compartments * Can be carried multiple different ways * Front unzips on three sides The Tamiya TRF Transmitter Bag has a part number of #42358 and you can [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is the re-release of the Renault Alpine A110 Monte-Carlo ’71. This vintage Renault comes on Tamiya’s M-06 chassis and represents a true classic from the past. * Rear motor, RWD layout * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * 60D super grip tires * Oil filled CVA shocks * Detailed polycarbonate body The re-release of the Tamiya Renault Alpine A110 Monte-Carlo ’71 has [...]
Being teased now by Tamiya is the 1/10 Toyota GR Yaris. The GR Yaris is said to come with a FWD M-05 chassis that sports a total length of 372mm. Grippy 60D tires are said to come stock, as is a very nicely scaled, and fully licensed, Toyota GR Yaris polycarbonate body. The Tamiya Toyota GR Yaris M-05 has a [...]
Expected to ship this October is the re-release of Tamiya’s TT-02R Chassis Kit. Last produced back in 2016, the “R” version of the TT-02 is the race spec version of the TT-02 and comes with a number of upgrades. * Includes wide range of hop-ups * Aluminum motor mount * Aluminum uprights * Comes with high speed gear set * Aluminum center driveshaft * Blue aluminum [...]
The crew over at Tamiya are now teasing a 1991 Audi V8 Touring Car Kit (#58682). The German bred Audi comes with special race decals and sits on Tamiya’s easy to build TT-02 chassis. With a nicely scaled body and an easy to drive chassis, the Audi V8 Touring is a great buy for collectors or new drivers. Until we learn [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the re-release of the Subaru Impreza Mexico 2004. Last seen back in 2018, soon you’ll have another chance at this classic Subaru kit. * Scale accurate polycarbonate body * Scale rear wing and rear view mirrors * 4wd TT-01 type E chassis * Fiberglass reinforced nylon upper deck * Front and rear gear differentials The Tamiya Subaru Impreza Mexico 2004 [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the Ford Mustang GT4 clear body. The Mustang GT4 is highly scale realistic and was designed to fit most 1/10 touring cars. Check out the highlights- * Made from lightweight 0.8mm polycarbonate * Great for USGT racing * Comes with vinyl stickers for window trim, headlights, tail lights * Molded plastic scale parts- side mirrors and rear wing * [...]
Normally Memorial Day weekend I hold the Juicebox Off-Road Park Summer opener. And like all the other events I had to push it back to, well I have no idea. On a positive note the postponement has freed up my time to start the Tamiya King Hauler we received from Remote Control Hobbies – Orlando, FL. When I opened the King [...]
