Archive for October, 2009
Watch the off road SCT racing at NorCal Hobbies today here on RCSC. Races start at 10:50 am PST.
Here is one of Prolines new products to be released at iHobby tomorrow. Finally a set of sand tires specifically for our Short Course trucks! Read the rest of this entry »
The OFNA Hyper SC 10 Pro 4×4 is a kick in the pants 1/10 scale 4 wheel drive short course truck kit that is competitive right out of the box. This truck is right at home on the track running with 1/8 scales nitros and electrics. No more having to hide in the corners waiting for the big bad 1/8 bullies to go by. Now, THEY may be the ones getting out of the way when you use your front fender on their backside. This kit is 90% pre assembled and includes chassis, wheels, tires, and unpainted body. Read the rest of this entry »
This is one of the best Slash videos I’ve watched, as the creator said, turn of the volume and enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »
Traxxas releases new Slash 4×4! Full press release inside! Read the rest of this entry »
Pro-Line Heavy-Duty rings included on the Split Six wheels are ready for extreme punishment on your 5B or 5T. Read the rest of this entry »
For those of you with a Baja 5T, one thing that is a constant PITA for most of us is broken shock rod ends. The T weighs in several pounds heavier than the buggy, but still utilizes the same suspension components, so….. some stronger bits are in order.
The first is the shock shafts with aluminum rod ends. This unique aluminum rod end is a 4 piece design consisting of the aluminum housing and a rubber bushing with 2 aluminum flanged spacers to allow for misalignment of the shock through it’s articulation. This system is very strong, so no more broken off shock ends, but will require regular inspection and maintenance to ensure proper performance, however, the rod end is completely, and inexpensively rebuildable. Read the rest of this entry »
Short course trucks have become class leaders at many tracks around the nation. What’s more is there’s a class for everyone. Stock class requires you to run stock tires while mod classes pretty much allow you to run whatever you want. Well, for those of you that want the most out of your short courser, the 1:8 superstar Caliber tread design is ready for you to leave stock in the dirt.
Watch live here on RCSC the last race of the 5th scale series at Thunder Valley tomorrow. Races start at 10 am PST. Ted and I are on our way up to Thunder Valley right now, I will be testing the connection when we arrive and will broadcast the practice sessions today.