Welcome to build #2 for the Slash 4×4 LCG Chassis shootout we have upcoming. This is the Team RCE LCG Carbon Fiber Conversion Kit. If you’ve not heard of Team RCE (RC Engineering) it’s time to pay attention. This conversion kit they make for the Traxxas Slash 4×4 is about the sickest thing I’ve laid […]
Solid Performance : ICharger 308 Duo Review
The iCharger, One of the most used chargers in today’s racing world. This charger has caused a lot of controversy in the Stock world as the high amp charging and high amp discharging has sparked a lot of issues in the racing community. The iCharger 308, 3010, and 4010 duo’s all run the same software, and […]
Tamiya M-05v2 Pro Mini JCW Coupe Build Up
Tamiya Mini (or M-Chassis) cars are something I have always admired through my years in the hobby. I’ve even owned a couple M-03’s but never really got into their full potential. That’s to say I’ve never raced one. The class has always appealed to me because the cars are smaller, typically more detailed, and unique […]
Team C TM2SC 2WD Mid Motor Short Course Hands On
In today’s race world the race participants dictate the quality of the race surface. The trend has moved to the farthest extreme of asphalt racing in off-road racing here in the U.S. Most, if not all manufacturers have dedicated chassis to compete head to head in these conditions. This is the latest and greatest in […]
Proline Racing Pro-2 – 2wd Short Course Truck Review
About two months ago, we picked up a Pro-Line Racing Pro-2 2wd short course truck kit. You can read through the build at this link. The truck comes about 40% complete, and in no time we were ready to hit the track. I took it to the track a couple of times to get it […]
Associated RC10 B5 Rear Motor Team Kit Build Up
Team Associated has once again taken the r/c world by storm with their surprise release of the RC10B5 Rear Motor and RC10B5M Mid Motor 2wd Buggy kits. They were announced seemingly out of nowhere, with no team drivers competing with them at big events prior to the announcement of their release. I personally found this […]
Traxxas Slash 4×4 LCG Build – Shining Star Chassis
May 27th, 2012 
Matt If you’ve been with us for a few months, you’ve probably seen our Traxxas Slash 2wd LCG Chassis Shootout. The original two wheel drive Traxxas Slash started the short course craze. It was only natural that Traxxas would release a four wheel drive version. The Slash 4×4 was released in late 2009, and race classes […]
CRC Raceway Readies for the Pro Series
May 27th, 2012 Matt In preparation for the Pro Series June 8, 9 and 10 2012, CRC Raceway is busy building an entire new track layout. I stopped by today to check on their progress, and sneak some spy shots. True to CRC style, it is a HUGE track. Plenty of big air to be had, especially over what […]
Lucas Sanford and The Tekno RC EB48 Rule JBRL Round #4
May 25th, 2012 Kevin Round 4 of the 2012 JBRL electric series is in the books. And so is another TQ and 1st place finish for the new Tekno RC EB48 1/8th Electric Buggy. The event held at Pegasus Hobbies in southern California drew nearly 240 entries. In the 1/8th Electric class Tekno RC driver Lucas Sanford was dialed […]
1/10 scale Steelie style RC wheels
May 22nd, 2012 Matt This is a cool kickstarter project being run by a guy named Andy Bailey up in Oregon. RC Soup isn’t affiliated with this project, we are merely trying to help spread the word. Andy has designed a 1/10 scale wheel for RC cars based on the steel wheels from the 1960’s. These were popular on […]
RC Soup is seeking some contributors (additional writers)
May 22nd, 2012 Kevin Do you love writing? How about R/C? Ever dreamed of combining the two? If so, we might have room for you here at RC Soup. As many of you know, this site is basically a two man operation (Matt & Kevin). We’ve had some much appreciated help from a few other contributors (Jim, Jarodd, […]
RC8.2 Aluminum Servo Saver Arm
May 22nd, 2012 Kevin Avid is proud to announce the first product in their 8th scale off-road line, the RC8.2 aluminum servo saver arm which fits all RC8.2, RC8B, and SC8 vehicles. This part not only adds rigidity in the steering system for more precise feel under high loads, but also is M3 tapped to allow for the lower nut to […]
Serpent 747 Chassis Weight
May 21st, 2012 Kevin For Serpent 747, purpose made brass slide-weights which can be mounted into the slots pre-made in the 747 chassis. These weigh 25 grams each and maximum 3 can be fitted. Black coated, laser engraved, and comes with correct screw. The chassis has 3 slots for the slide-weights, which slide in position and are secured with […]
Avid RC B4.1 and TLR 22 vented motor plate
May 18th, 2012 Matt New out from Avid RC is this vented motor plate for the Associated B4.1 and the Losi 22. Take advantage of the unique design of the AVID vented motor plates to improve your buggy or truck. Associated and TLR vehicle owners will appreciate AVIDs innovative twist on the common motor plate. Features are: 1. Innovative […]
JConcepts – Illuzion – Mugen MBX6-R – Finnisher body
May 18th, 2012 Matt Illuzion – Mugen MBX6-R – Finnisher body Part # – 0237 Retail price – $30.00 Fits Mugen MBX6-R buggy JConcepts hit the ground in Vaasa, Finland with an all new body design specifically for the IFMAR World Championships. Cleverly named, Finnisher, the unique design quickly rose to the top of the field during competition and […]
