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Tamiya Rock Socker Online Build Part 1

Tamiya Rock Socker Online Build Part 1

Finally, I’m back at the bench to get my Tamiya Rock Socker “online build” rolling–here’s the unboxing in case you missed it. With most kits, it’s very easy to see where the build is going. You’ve got the chassis, suspension arms, shock towers, transmission halves…the usual stuff. Not so with the Rock socker, which goes […]
Team Associated Apex Now Available With Scion Racing FR-S GReddy & Lexus RC F Bodies

Team Associated Apex Now Available With Scion Racing FR-S GReddy & Lexus RC F Bodies

The latest Apex sedan from Team Associated is a scale version of the full-size Scion Racing GReddy FR-S. This sedan fits into Team Associated’s Qualifier line of vehicles and comes Ready-to-Run out of the box. Some features of this exciting sedan are Reedy brushless power, high grip treaded tires, water resistant ESC and a great […]

Kev’s Bench: A great tool for building

Kev’s Bench: A great tool for building

I spend a lot of time wrenching. There are kits to assemble, project vehicles to build and a lot of maintenance that needs to be done in order to make the magazine and what we do online happen every day. Back in the early days of being in the hobby I tried a few different […]
ProTek R/C 321B “Samurai” Off-Road Engine

ProTek R/C 321B “Samurai” Off-Road Engine

Normally when you hear the name ProTek you think of the company’s line of electronics that include chargers, batteries and servos. Now, an engine has been added to the lineup. This trick 3-port .21 engine features a ceramic rear bearing, ABC construction, great fuel mileage and a lot more. Check out that trick box that […]

Pro-Line 1/8 and 1/10 Car Stands

Pro-Line 1/8 and 1/10 Car Stands

Normally it’s hard to get excited about a car stand but when you get a look at Pro-Line’s new 1/8 and 1/10-scale stands you will surely want one. These stands are made out of durable and lightweight aluminum and have a dirt bike stand look to them. They come with a blue powder coat finish […]
Perfect Paint

Perfect Paint

One of my favorite parts about building kits and projects is trying to get the perfect paint job on the body. That’s not the easiest thing to do on an injection molded body like you find on a vehicle such as the Tamiya Clod Buster and RC4WD Trailfinder 2. It’s been about three years since […]

Everything You Need To Know About Batteries

Everything You Need To Know About Batteries

In this article from our April 2014 issue, you’ll learn the essentials of RC battery terminology and tech, and how to get the most from your packs. For access to RC Car Action issues online, sign up for a Digital Edition subscription today! Click images to enlarge Thanks for reading!
Ford Built 3/8 Scale RC Cars–In the 1950s!

Ford Built 3/8 Scale RC Cars–In the 1950s!

And you thought 1/5 scale RC cars were big–have a look at these 3/8 scale (a little over 1/3 scale) RC cars built by Ford back in the 1950s. Hat-tip to Mac’s Motor City Garage for posting the pics and video. The story behind these cars is fascinating: “…Tremulis and a studio staffer, Romeyne Hammond, constructed […]

After removal, thread the motor screws back into the motor for safe keeping.

INSTALL A NEW BRUSHLESS SYSTEM

PHOTOS JOEL NAVARRO Out with the old, in with the new Upgrading to a brushless motor system is one of the best upgrades you can make to your electric vehicle. Brushless motors require significantly less maintenance, and due to increased efficiency, brushless motors outperform brushed motors in almost every regard. If you're already running brushless, […]
October Issue Review Preview: Axial Yeti

October Issue Review Preview: Axial Yeti

The Axial Yeti gets its full review in the October issue of Radio Control Car Action magazine, but we know you’re hungry for info now, so here’s a look at what’s to come. The Yeti is a RTR rock racer that is slightly bigger than Axial’s Wraith and features a molded tub chassis, independent front suspension with […]

Lee Martin Jumps His Mugen Truggy Over Two Semis For McDonalds UK

Lee Martin Jumps His Mugen Truggy Over Two Semis For McDonalds UK

Now this is a good promotion. Mugen racer Lee Martin clears a pair of semis parked end-to-end in a bid to make you hungry for a chicken sandwich. It’s definitely a wild video, and looks legit–though it would be nice to see the jump as one continuous shot to confirm Lee actually nailed the landing. […]
Team Associated Reveals Factory Team B44.3

Team Associated Reveals Factory Team B44.3

Since the B44’s debut, Team Associated’s four-wheeler has gone on to win three IFMAR World titles and four ROAR nats wins–so yeah, it works. Newly updated as the B44.3 Factory Team kit, the top-shelf buggy is now built on an aluminum chassis for an even lower CG, and the chassis’ specially machined design and new […]
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