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New from JConcepts are Vintage 4/40 Thumb Nuts. Designed to secure the battery on vintage rigs like the Associated RC10 and RC10T, the new thumb nuts are a quick and easy upgrade to install. Here are the details- * Made from high quality aluminum * Tough blue anodizing * Knurled perimeter for ease of use * 5/8” set screw to install into battery cup * [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the return of their 1/10 Super Astute 2WD Buggy Kit. The Super Astute is a buggy from the early 1990s that has helped thousands of people get into the rc hobby. Here are the highlights- * 2.5mm thickness FRP chassis * Larger battery pack area * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * CVA oil shocks * Sealed gearbox * Modernized TTC [...]
Easy to build, and easy to bash, the Tamiya Grasshopper has helped thousands of people across the globe get into the hobby of remote control. Watch the video below to see the legendary Tamiya Grasshopper doing what it does best, backyard bashing. No matter if you are driving on pavement, dirt, or grass, the Grasshopper is more than ready for [...]
New over at Kyosho is the incredibly trick Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC10) Racing 1972 Mini-Z Readyset. This vintage legend has been faithfully reproduced and comes on Kyosho’s highly capable AWD Mini-Z chassis. Check out these highlights- * King of the Japanese historic cars * Factory completed body with display model quality finish * Available with two different liveries * AWD pre-built Readyset * Based on [...]
Just announced by Kyosho is the Optima Mid’87 60th Anniversary Le Mans 240 Gold Edition. This special limited edition release is a replica of the 1987 Optima Mid and comes loaded with option parts. Check out these highlights- * Includes special chassis protective film * Kyosho Le Mans 240 Gold 13.5T motor * Kyosho speed controller BLS Gold ESC 60A Legendary * Left/right threaded [...]
Now being teased by Kyosho is the 1/10 Optima Pro 4WD Buggy Kit. This old school buggy will be part of Kyosho’s Legendary Series and is expected to start shipping in late May. The Optima Pro was known for serious performance with a belt driven 4wd system and high performance suspension system. As this is just the teaser stage, we’ll [...]
Here ya go RC10 fans, Team Associated has announced a very special RC10 Classic 40th Anniversary Limited Edition Kit. The 40th Anniversary RC10 Classic is the perfect rc collectable, or you can build it and go have loads of fun while vintage racing. Check out these highlights- * Laser-etched “Team Associated” logo only found on 40 Year Anniversary chassis * “40” stamped [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the return of the Avante (2011) Buggy Kit. First released way back in 1988 and revised in 2011, the Avante buggy kit is slated to make it’s return this summer. Check out these highlights- * Assortment of carbon fiber parts for improved strength and durability * Universal driveshafts * Cam-loc wheel caps * Classic original style packaging * 4WD [...]
The good folks at Yokomo have dropped a new Masami Hirosaka Talks About The Yokomo YZ-870c Video. Watch below to hear Masami Hirosaka, an elite member of rc’s Mount Rushmore, talk about the re-release of the world conquering YZ-870c 4wd race buggy. In the video Masami talks about some of the history of the Super Dog Fighter, plus there is [...]
The good folks over at Tamiya have released a new promotional video for their 2017 Top Force Buggy Kit. The Top Force has long been a bashing favorite with its cool look and fun to drive chassis. Watch the video below to see the Top Force in action driving on dirt, grass, and pavement. After the video you can use this [...]
Over at Tamiya they have uploaded a promotional video for their 1/12 Midnight Pumpkin “Black Edition”. The Midnight Pumpkin is a legendary name in the rc business as thousands of people have learned to drive rc with one. As the new “Black Edition” is hitting the market, the promotional video shows just how easy it is to drive, as well [...]
For all you vintage Trans-Am racers out there, PROTOform has dropped a new 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Clear Body for your enjoyment. With a true vintage look, and designed for serious performance, the new 1970 Plymouth Barracuda body is ready to help put you on the podium. Here are the highlights- * Designed for Vintage Trans-Am racing * Officially licensed 1970 Plymouth Barracuda * [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have dropped a new promotional video for their upcoming 2024 Hotshot II Buggy Kit. The Hotshot II originally hit the streets way back in 1987 and is now coming back with a few updates. Here are the highlights- * Shaft driven 4wd * 4-wheel independent suspension * 0.7mm thick polycarbonate body and wing * CVA oil dampers (II) [...]
Coming soon from Carisma is the 1/8 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 M48S ARR. This classic rally machine comes with an absolutely gorgeous old school body and sits on Carisma’s M48S 4wd chassis. Here are more highlights- * Photo-realistic 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 body * New 285mm SWB version of Carima’s M48S chassis * New 550 Big Can brushless motor for massive [...]
As all our staffers at Big Squid get ready to wrap things up for 2023, we wish all our readers a Funtastic New Year! To help usher in the new year, Kyosho has dropped a new promo video for their 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 Readyset. This beautiful machine from over 50 years ago has been faithfully reproduced for your [...]
