Category Archives: Big Boys Toys

Frosty RC and new headlights

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Jonathan

In recent weeks we’ve had a lot of rain, then some sleet, and now it’s all frozen.  The slush that fell yesterday has formed an inch-thick layer over the ground, the grass in the garden is frozen solid..  So what … Continue reading →

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Maverick iON DT – Knocking Sound

Posted on July 26, 2018 by Jonathan

I’ve just taken delivery of this nifty little 4WD desert buggy and taken it for a spin in a local patch of scrub, with the current extended heat wave the ground is very dry and dusty, perfect conditions for a … Continue reading →

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Beware Cheap Goods – Tamiya Adaptor Wired Incorrectly

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Jonathan

I’d previously purchased some Deans to Tamiya battery adaptor cables with the intention of using them with vehicles that still had Tamiya battery connectors if I bought batteries with Deans, or vice-versa, but didn’t find the need to use them … Continue reading →

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Tamiya Lunch Box

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Jonathan

Purchased this as one of those essential classics, but then got carried away reading about all of the modifications in forums.  I ended up modifying the front suspension, adding the third shock at the back, replacing all four shocks, fitted … Continue reading →

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