New from Xtra Speed – HD rear driveshafts for the Tamiya Astute. This upgrade part replaces the stock pieces and includes new axles, dogbones, hex adapters and drive pins. These are heavy duty, made from …
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Exotek FF77 FWD Conversion – Tamiya TA07 Pro – Unboxing and Build | CompetitionX
The FWD revolution is coming, with a lot of manufacturers recently releasing conversion and full-blown kits. Exotek has launched theirs as well, taking a stock Tamiya TA07 and, using their conversion kit, transforming it into …
Read More »Video: Tamiya Nissan GT-R Model Kit Unboxing | CompetitionX
I haven’t built a model kit in about, oh, almost 40 years. With this whole COVID-19 pandemic, it’s given me alot of free time, so I thought what better way to keep myself busy than …
Read More »GForce Hobby Aluminum Bits – Tamiya Thunder Shot / Dragon | CompetitionX
GForce Hobby has released 4 new aluminum parts for the Tamiya Thunder Shot (and vehicle using this platform). These parts include: 1. Aluminum Front Knuckle Set. These parts help improve steering and offer more durability …
Read More »Xtra Speed Aluminum Shocks – Tamiya TT02B | CompetitionX
Replace the stock plastic dampers on your Tamiya TT02B with these sharp-looking aluminum shocks from Xtra Speed. These are direct replacements and feature aluminum bodies, caps, spring retainers and collars. They come built but will …
Read More »Video: Tamiya XV-01 Rally Car Track Day – Tamiya America Track | CompetitionX
We’ve been hanging out with the SoCal RC Rally Runners and thought it might be cool to do a video featuring Tamiya’s XV-01, the Rally car we drive at these events. So, here ya go …
Read More »Project: Tamiya CC-02 Toyota FJ Trail Truck
Tamiya CC-02 Toyota FJ Trail Truck This project started life as a standard Tamiya CC-02 rig, built right from the box with the stock electronics, wheels, tires, shocks and even the cool looking Mercedes G500 …
Read More »Tamiya Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade Model Kit | CompetitionX
Tamiya has released info on their new 1/12 scale motorcycle kit, the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade. This bike looks absolutely amazing and comes complete with highly detailed 4-cylinder engine, rubber tires and racing stand. The engine, …
Read More »Tamiya White Euro Truck Wheels | CompetitionX
Originally available in either chrome-plated or black, Tamiya now offers their Euro Truck wheels in white! These are the exact same as their colored (and plated) counterparts, but offering them in white makes it much …
Read More »Tamiya Super Storm Dragon | CompetitionX
Tamiya’s new Super Storm Dragon is based on the Hornet chassis and was originally only available as a body set (the Super Dragon). Now, Tamiya has made it available as one complete assembly kit! This …
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