Thursday, April 2, 2026

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Team Associated B44.3 Build – Differentials

The Build – Part 1 The first part of the B44.3 build will be the differentials; 3 gear diffs to be exact. Since we’ll be working with grease and fluids, it’s a good idea to have some rags available to …

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MIP X-Duty Rear C-Drive Kit for the Axial Yeti

MIP - X-Duty Rear C-Drive Kit for the Axial Yeti copy

To beef up the drivetrain of the Axial Yeti look no farther than the X-Duty Rear C-Drive Kit from MIP.  Plastic components are replaced with high grade heat treated steel, a CVD shaft at either end and of course, the …

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nVision R540 Sensor Brushless Racing Motors

nVision - R540 Sensor Brushless Racing Motors_1 copy

nVision proudly presents the brand new R540 Sensor Brushless Racing Motors. After the incredible success of the nVision engines, batteries and chargers, the brushless motors are the next big step in the history of the young brand. The new motors …

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Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Suspension Links and Axles

Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Suspension Links and Axles

The Build – Part 8 In this step we’ll be attaching the front and rear suspensions; the axle and link assemblies. It’s a pretty easy step. Let’s get to it. Start this step by sliding the front slider shaft together. …

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AKA EVO Chain Link Rear Buggy Tires

AKA - EVO Chain Link Rear Buggy Tires copy

Available in soft, super soft and clay compounds, EVO Chain Link buggy tires features a bi-level, interlocking tread pattern that creates support for the tire’s carcass and treads. This leads to more consistent traction in the corners and provides great …

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MIP X-Duty C-Drive Kit for the Vaterra K-5 Blazer Ascender

MIP - X-Duty C-Drive Kit for the Vaterra K-5 Blazer Ascender copy

Made from high grade heat treated steel in the USA, the X-Duty C-Drive Kit for the Vaterra K-5 Blazer Ascender feature near indestructible spline drive technology and CVD style universals at each end. Click here for more info –

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LRP LiPo Hyper Multi Plug Hardcase Packs

LRP - LiPo Hyper Pack Multi Plug Hardcase_1 copy

Available in 3800mAh and 4800MAh, these LiPo batteries with multi-plug-system are made applications designed to fit a standard 6-cell NiMH pack. Instead of fixed connectors, these packs have a multi plug system on the upper side – at exactly the …

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AKA 17mm Wheel Wrench

AKA - 17mm Wheel Wrench_1 copy

The AKA 17mm 1:8 Wheel Wrench is made from machined and anodized aluminum for a durable and aesthetically pleasing look. The business end of the wrench has been optimized to fit all open and enclosed face wheel nuts. The oversized …

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The Reedy Blackbox 410R Competition ESC Is Finally Here!

Team Associated - Reedy Blackbox 410R Competition ESC copy

The long awaited Blackbox 410R from Reedy is here and it seems to be well worth the wait.  Capable of 1S and 2S operation, it features a CNC machined aluminum case, adjustable brake, throttle, power and safety functions and has …

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Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Suspension Links

The Build – Part 7 We’re now on to the suspension links of the Vaterra Ascender. This part is a bit tricky so pay CLOSE attention to both the manual and my notes. Some of the steps in the early …

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Super-Size Your Yeti with Axial’s New Yeti XL

Super-Size Your Yeti with Axial's New Yeti XL

Love your Yeti but looking for something a little, oh, bigger? Well check out Axial’s new, steroid-induced Yeti XL, a larger and more powerful version of their 1/10th scale buggy. This behemoth is an almost direct copy of the Yeti. …

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Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Shocks

The Build – Part 6 We’ll be working on the shocks in Part 6 of our Vaterra Ascender build. First thing we’ll do is assemble the shafts. Small e-clip, piston, small e-clip. Easy peasy. Slide the 2 red o-rings into …

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JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals at RC Excitement October 10 – 12

JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals at RC Excitement

Our friend Todd Anderson of RC Excitement in Fitchburg MA sent us over the flyer for the JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals at RC Excitement.  The dates are October 11th – 12th, and there are a bunch of pro drivers already …

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Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Electronics

Vaterra Ascender K5 Blazer Build – Electronics

The Build – Part 5 The electronics install is next; servo in the front, ESC/receiver in the rear. We’ll also install the floating battery tray in this step to help gauge how long our battery wires need to be. Before …

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RPM Front & Rear A-arms for the Helion Animus 18SC 18TR

RPM - Front & Rear A-arms for the Helion Animus 18SC 18TR copy

RPM A-arms for the Helion Animus 18SC & 18TR eliminate most of the play at the hinge pins and axle carriers. A tighter suspension system means more precise control of the truck through more accurate camber, caster and toe angle settings. …

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