For years, Formula 1 (or F1) has been the most prestigious class in automotive racing. These purpose-built racing machines are constructed using carbon fiber, titanium, magnesium and other similar, ultra-lightweight materials. In addition, equipped with …
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Review: Exotek SCX-T Conversion for the Losi XXX-T
If anyone were to ask me what the most popular (and fun) classes in RC were, I’d have to say it was anything Short Course. From 1/18th to 1/5th, this class has single-handedly brought back …
Read More »Project: Van Phalen Traxxas Slash 4×4
California Style Super Slash – AKA Project ‘Van Phalen’ This Traxxas Slash 4×4 Project was a result of a little West Coast vs East Coast competition between Mr. Vogel and I. When I found out …
Read More »Project: Jammin SCRT10 4WD Short Course Truck
Building the Ultimate Pro4 Truck! The Short Course craze has done everything but slow down the last couple months. In fact, a whole new breed of SC trucks are becoming available in the form of …
Read More »XRay 808 2011 Spec 4WD 1:8 Buggy
The 2011 version of the XRAY’s 808 is coming soon. With major improvements the new 808 brings higher performance, higher reliability and higher enjoyment. 2011 main news: • New chassis • New and improved handling …
Read More »How To: Seal A Stock Traxxas Slash Differential
Beginner’s Guide to RC – Seal A Stock Traxxas Slash Differential The Traxxas Slash is one of the great Short Course trucks. It’s simple construction and great handling make it one of the best bangs …
Read More »Project: Traxxas Summit Crawler Build
Super-Size My Summit When Traxxas released the Summit there was a lot of buzz about what segment of the hobby this vehicle was aimed at. Most have accepted it as a hardcore offroader but there …
Read More »Project: Losi Ten-T Truggy
Prep Your RTR TEN-T For Track Duty Most Ready-To-Run vehicles will never see a track. The main goal behind them is ease of use and exceptional durability. Nowadays people just want to pull them out …
Read More »Review: Mugen MBX-6T M-Spec Truggy
Mugen Seiki recently released the MBX-6T M-Spec, a pre-built 1/8 scale Truggy with all the race-level components already installed. As part of the release party, a media day was scheduled at Revelation Raceway. A few …
Read More »Project: HPI Vorza Build
This RTR Now Stands For Ready-To-Rule! HPI released the Vorza Flux RTR as an out-of-the-box, ready to go 4WD 1/8 e-buggy. Using the World Championship winning Hot Bodies D8 to set the groundwork, the Vorza …
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