Modeling is an extremely fun pastime, one that requires the right tools to make the most of your model kit. Recently, we came across the Tamiya Model Building Workstation and thought this would be an …
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Review: Tamiya Lotus Super 7 Series II | CompetitionX
Well, we finally wrapped up the build of the Tamiya Lotus Super 7 Series II model kit. This is a very interesting car, in real life, and one that we had a chance to check …
Read More »Tamiya XV-02 Rally Parts | CompetitionX
Tamiya has announced two new parts for their awesome XV-02 Rally car – a set of aluminum steering arms and a carbon bumper support. Both parts are direct replacement parts – just pull the old …
Read More »Video: Tamiya Model Building Workstation
We’ve been starting to get back into modeling again after, oh, 40+ years and have have decided to get a few current tools to make life easier. The first one is this Tamiya Model Workstation. …
Read More »Video: Tamiya XV-02 Pro Rally Action
We’ve run the Tamiya XV-02 quite a few times now and feel it’s pretty close to being spot on as far as handling. With the recent rains here in Southern California, the track has had …
Read More »New Tamiya Manual Added
We’ve added the Tamiya Hotshot II Blockhead Motors Edition Manual to the CompetitionX database. Here’s the list with links for you to download: • Tamiya Hotshot II Blockhead Motors Edition Manual
Read More »Video: Tamiya Hotshot II Blockhead Motors Edition Buggy Online Build
We finally got the Tamiya Hotshot II Blockhead Motors Edition buggy on the workbench and built, bringing it to you in two full videos. In this first one, we go over the tools needed followed …
Read More »Video: Tamiya Hotshot II Blockhead Motors Edition Unboxing | CompetitionX
The Tamiya Hotshot II is back in it’s first re-release since the initial buggy came out back in 1987! This new re-re continues the legacy of that ride but, now, includes the famous Blockhead Motor …
Read More »Tamiya Celica GT-4 Body Set | CompetitionX
For those of you looking for a vintage Rally body set, look no further than Tamiya’s new Toyota Celica GT-4! This is a replacement body and come clear with overspray film, window masks and an …
Read More »Tamiya BBX (BB-01) Upgrade Parts | CompetitionX
Upgrade parts for Tamiya’s new BBX (BB-01) are already starting to trickle in. The Japanese company has announced an aluminum set of steering uprights and servo mounts, both silver-anodized and a direct fit on the …
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