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#TBT Review – KO Propo America EX-7 Radio

#TBT Review – KO Propo America EX-7 Radio

#TBT The May 1988 issue of RC Car Action magazine included this review of the KO Propo America EX-7 radio. For a street price around $70 you got a 27MHz radio, a receiver, 2 servos & of course a dialed frequency flag. Also make sure to follow our Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/rccaraction) to view even more […]
#TBT Review – The Kyosho Optima Mid

#TBT Review – The Kyosho Optima Mid

#TBT The Kyosho Optima Mid is reviewed in the February 1991 issue of RC Car Action magazine. This 4WD Off-Road buggy was a little bit ahead of time as they used a ‘radical’ idea to mount the motor more towards the front of the chassis. It also featured a belt drive system to lay down […]

#TBT 1/12 Mod at the 2001 Cleveland Nats. Winner Josh Cyrul’s

#TBT 1/12 Mod at the 2001 Cleveland Nats. Winner Josh Cyrul’s

#TBT The April 2002 issue of RC Car Action magazine included this “Under The Hood” story on Josh Cyrul’s Team Trinity Switchblade that he used to win in 1/12 Mod at the 2001 Cleveland Nats. The article also included a “5 Questions” interview with him too. Sound off if you ran this car or attended […]
#TBT Review – Traxxas Nitro Hawk in May 1993

#TBT Review – Traxxas Nitro Hawk in May 1993

#TBT The May 1993 issue of RC Car Action magazine featured this review of the Traxxas Nitro Hawk when gas trucks were all the rage. Who ran one of these trucks back then? Who wants to see gas truck take off more today? Also make sure to follow our Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/rccaraction) to view even […]

#TBT NORRCA Off-Road Nationals at M n M Hobbies in 1997

#TBT NORRCA Off-Road Nationals at M n M Hobbies in 1997

#TBT The January 1998 issue of RC Car Action magazine featured a race recap of the 1997 NORRCA Off-Road Nationals at M n M Hobbies in Corona, CA. Legendary RC driver Brian Kinwald TQ’ed & won in all 3 of the Factory classes offered for this event. This is yet another example of how dominate […]
#TBT Mugen’s 2WD Off-Road Buggy – Manx Review

#TBT Mugen’s 2WD Off-Road Buggy – Manx Review

#TBT Mugen has had a very successful race program so far this year by winning all four ROAR 1/8 Off-Road Nitro & Electric Buggy & Truggy titles. But, did you also know that at one time they offered a 2WD Off-Road Buggy called the Manx? They did and we reviewed it in the December 1987 […]

#TBT The Tamiya Sand Scorcher Reviewed in January 1992 Issue

#TBT The Tamiya Sand Scorcher Reviewed in January 1992 Issue

#TBT The Tamiya Sand Scorcher is reviewed in the January 1992 issue of RC Car Action magazine. This 2WD buggy included a sealed compartment for electronics and ribbed real tires to help roost it on sandy surfaces. Who still has one of these bugs today? Bonus points if you post an image below! Also make […]

#TBT First ROAR Racing Truck Nationals – Losi’s JR-XT

#TBT First ROAR Racing Truck Nationals – Losi’s JR-XT

#TBT The July 1990 issue of RC Car Action magazine featured this story on Losi’s JR-XT that competed in the first ROAR Racing Truck Nationals. In both the Mod and Stock classes combined, 19 out of the top 20 trucks were a JR-XT! This story also features Kyle Reed’s winning ride that won in the […]
#TBT Kyosho Optima 4wd Buggy

#TBT Kyosho Optima 4wd Buggy

#TBT The Spring 1986 issue of RC Car Action magazine featured this review of the Kyosho Optima 4wd buggy. Some unique features on this ride included an aluminum chassis and a chain drive system. We’re sure someone still has one today so please share a picture below! Also make sure to follow our Instagram page […]

#TBT Super Sport Brushless Motor By Novak

#TBT Super Sport Brushless Motor By Novak

#TBT Even though brushless motors were used for many years in RC planes, Team Novak changed the surface industry for good when they introduced their Super Sport brushless motor and ESC combos in the early 2000’s. In the July 2003 issue of RC Car Action magazine we took a closer look at the SS5800 system […]
RC Car Action - RC Cars & Trucks | #TBT November 1991 Interview With Legendary RC driver Cliff Lett.

#TBT November 1991 Interview With Legendary RC driver Cliff Lett.

#TBT The November 1991 issue of RC CarAction magazine included this interview with legendary RC driver Cliff Lett. In this interview we talk to Cliff about his start in RC, his successful racing career and even some pro tips that you can apply in today’s racing! Also make sure to follow our Instagram page too […]
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