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STRC has released a slew of new CNC machined aluminum parts for Axial’s Yeti and SCX10. These parts will not only strengthen your ride, they will also give it a custom look. Most of the …

The Build – Part 7 Time to install the blood of the B5M, the electronics. We will be installing a Futaba S9350 Digital Servo, LRP Flow WorksTeam Brushless ESC, LRP X20 8.5T Brushless Motor and …

The Build – Part 6 The B5M comes with V2 12mm Big Bore shocks. These large dampers do a fantastic job of soaking up the bumper and feature threaded bodies, 3mm shafts and updated o-rings …

The Build – Part 5 Now that you have the transmission assembled and attached, we’ll be moving on to the rear axles and turnbuckles. As with the rest of the car, both of these areas …

The Build – Part 4 Since the B5M is a mid-motor configuration, the transmission had to have a slightly different layout so that the motor would turn the rear wheels in the right direction. This …

The Build – Part 3 Like the front, the rear suspension is all new on the B5M. I like how the rear ballstud mount is now a separate piece; no need to buy (and replace) …

As excited as we are for this, it’s really no surprise to see the announcement of the T5M, the next-gen stadium truck from Team Associated. The B5 and B5M have been major releases for the …

The Build – Part 2 The front suspension on the B5M has been completely revamped from the B4. If you’re an avid AE owner, you’ll want to take a few extra seconds while building to …

If you have a 235mm pan car and have been looking for a unique body, check out Team Saxo’s GT500-W body. This body is made from .8mm polycarbonate and has been designed to sit low …

Beginner’s Guide to RC – Cleaning Your Bearings I’m like most of you; I love getting my ride out in the dirt or mud and having some fun! I always say, though, that even though …