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Archive for April, 2007

30 Apr

Koford Engineering slot car products

Koford Engineering makes a complete line of 1/24 scale slot products, and also armature and set ups for 1/32 scale Eurosport. You can view the catalog (PDF), look at product photos, and read racing news at http://www.koford.com/slot.
Stuart

28 Apr

Traxxas Aluminum Steering Blocks for Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit

Traxxas aluminum steering blocks improve the appearance, ruggedness, and control on Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit
Traxxas aluminum steering blocks improve the appearance, ruggedness, and control on Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit. In addition to the strength and precision of the machined billet 6061-T6 aluminum, larger 5×11mm ball bearings are included for smooth performance, reduced friction, and long […]

28 Apr

Traxxas Aluminum Stub Axle Carriers for Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit

Traxxas aluminum stub axle carriers add both strength and beauty to Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit.
Traxxas aluminum stub axle carriers add both strength and beauty to Rustler, Stampede, and Bandit. In addition to the durability and precision of the machined billet 6061-T6 aluminum, larger 5×11mm ball bearings are included for smooth performance, reduced friction, and long […]

27 Apr

Out Field Testing the JR X9303 2.4 GHz DSM2

A Whole New Era In Flying! 

As usual, JR extensively field-tested the 9303 2.4 for performance and reliability before sending units outbound to team members for further input. (JR’s internal R&D team perform extensive evaluation on their products to ensure team members have a positive experience.) But they weren’t quite prepared for the response they got […]

25 Apr

Model Train Scale Explained

Typical Model Railroad Scales: (largest to smallest)
1:12 Large Scale
1:13.7 7/8 inch scale
1:20.3 G, Three-Foot Gauge on Gauge 1 Track
1:22.5 LGB and Bachman
1:24 Half scale
1:29 Aristo-Craft, USA Trains, standard gauge on #1 gauge
1:32 I scale
1:48 O scale
1:64 S scale
1:87.1 HO scale
1:120 TT scale
1:160 N scale
1:220 Z scale
Checkout Model Trains to see what hobby and model train parts RCSLOT has […]

24 Apr

Air Holes In Tires Or Wheels?

Question: How do I put air holes in my RC Car & RC Truck wheels?
 
Answer: A lot of wheels don’t have air holes for a very good reason. The best place for air holes is not in the wheel but in the tire itself. Think about this for a moment - What is the typical […]

23 Apr

RCSLOT.com is Live!

 

After much anticipation, RCSLOT.com is now live.
Visit the Radio Control and Slot Car Parts Super Store for all your R/C, Slot Car, Model Train, and Super Toy needs. With over 50,000 items available, we’ve brought together all the top name-brand companies in the industries so you don’t have to shop around - they’re all here. […]

20 Apr

Spektrum’s New DX3R for RC Cars and Trucks

The Ultimate in Pure, Digital Control

Overview
When it comes to the purest digital control available, Spektrum raises the bar over and over again. Spektrum has once again set the RC world on its ear with the debut of the hottest, fastest, most secure and reliable radio ever made for an RC car—the DX3R. Forever changing the […]

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