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Team Durango DEX8

Review: Team Durango DEX8

The world of electric 1/8-scale off-roaders has changed drastically over the past couple of years. They’ve evolved from large, clunky conversion kits to streamlined, dedicated e-racing machines. Some have become easier to build, others easier to drive and yet others easier to maintain. Team Durango has successfully combined all three of those features into the astounding DEX8, a buggy that is not only mild-mannered on the track; it also comes partially built from the factory. TD has referred to this as the ‘Fast and Easy Build – Hit the Track Quickly’, and it actually cut my build time by half. Now it’s time to review its features and discuss its mannerisms on the track.

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LaTrax Robby Gordon Edition SST

LaTrax - Robby Gordon Edition SST_2 copy

The latest version of the 1/18 SST truck comes delivered with an eye catching Robby Gordon inspired Speed Energy / Toyo Tires body.  The chassis features a brushed motor, independent suspension with oil filled shocks, 4-wheel drive drivetrain and waterproof …

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Tamiya Aluminum Parts Tray

Tamiya - Aluminum Parts Tray copy

Measuring 110mm x 140mm, this aluminum parts tray from Tamiya has three deep indentations to ensure that parts do not fly out of the tray, a small measuring scale with indentation that allows for simple measurement of screw length and …

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Fab 5 Projects – HPI Baja 5B / Losi 5IVE-T

Fab 5 Projects - HPI Baja 5B / Losi 5IVE-T

It never fails, once someone sees a huge 1/5-scale machine hit the dirt, people flock to watch it and the “want factor” of onlookers grows to immeasurable proportions. Well, we’re here to taunt you with two killer builds, one based on the Losi 5IVE-T and the other on the HPI Baja 5B. The 5IVE-T will take on a full factory option makeover while the 5B will get revamped in aluminum along with a power system swap. The two projects will showcase a load of parts to help you decide what parts are right to get for your machines. Or, if money is no object, perhaps you’ll be inspired to build some killer projects of your own.

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