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RC_Vanessa

@rc_vanessa active 1 month ago
Proposed forthcoming releases from Tamiya: 58568 Neo Scorcher (TT-02B Chassis) 58575 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01) 58576 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie Blue Style (WR-02) 58577 Nova Fox View
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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 1 month ago

    Proposed forthcoming releases from Tamiya:

    58568 Neo Scorcher (TT-02B Chassis)
    58575 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
    58576 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie Blue Style (WR-02)
    58577 Nova Fox

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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 1 month, 3 weeks ago

    A reminder that our members receive a 10% discount from Fusion Hobbies in the UK. Fusion now also offer loyalty points. It’s a win win :-)

    Fusion Hobbies 10% Discount For Iconic RC Members | Iconic RC
    http://www.iconicrc.com/fusion-hobbies-discount-code/
    You know that here at Iconic RC we like to do things in…

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 58536 – Tamiya Super Fighter GR Violet Racer 1 month, 3 weeks ago

    ThumbnailCool coloured 2WD buggy on the much loved DT02 chassis.

    Photos courtesy of @rcglenn
    -Sturdy Bathtub Type Frame/DT02 Chassis

    - White Shock Absorbers

    -Sealed Gearbox with Precision […]

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    RC_Vanessa posted a new activity comment 1 month, 4 weeks ago

    In reply to: RC_Vanessa uploaded 1 Photo to Wild Willy: View

    Tamiya’s most Iconic driver. Wild Willy. He first came along in 1982 and is still going strong 31 years later!

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    RC_Vanessa uploaded 1 Photo to Wild Willy: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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      RC_Vanessa replied 1 month, 4 weeks ago

      Tamiya’s most Iconic driver. Wild Willy. He first came along in 1982 and is still going strong 31 years later!

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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 2 months, 2 weeks ago

    Don’t forget to vote for your favourite Icons, y’all :-)

    Top 100 RC Cars | Iconic RC
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      Justin replied 2 months, 2 weeks ago

      Indeed… Haven’t checked out the top list recently…

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        Justin replied 2 months, 2 weeks ago

        Oooh… Tamiya DOMINATING the top 3 spots still :)

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 3146 – Kyosho Lazer ZX 3 months, 3 weeks ago

    ThumbnailDual belt 4WD offering from Kyosho in the very late 1980′s.  Ultra long travel double wishbone suspension.  3-diff system with centre diff and one way clutch.

    Photo courtesy of @wydraz

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 3147 – Kyosho Lazer ZX-R 3 months, 3 weeks ago

    ThumbnailEarly 1990′s 4WD buggy from Kyosho.  Toothed belts and twin ball diffs.  FRP double-deck chassis.

    Photo courtesy of @wydraz

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 1802 – Traxxas Sledgehammer 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailGreat looking debut Monster Truck, released in 1988. Monster Truck heaven.

    2WD, 8 high volume oil filled shocks, valved shock piston heads, four wheel independent suspension, T-6 aluminium skid plates and motor […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 58029 – Tamiya 4×4 Blazing Blazer 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailTamiya’s second 3-speed offering, coming in with a slightly more affordable spec in June 1982.  Instantly recognisable and justifiably commands a very high price for collectors.
    Pictures courtesy of <a […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 58034 – Tamiya Super Champ 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailInstantly recognisable with its classic scale buggy looks, the Super Champ was released in December 1982 and was the last of Tamiya’s vintage line of Special Racing Buggies (SRB).  There is a mighty fanbase for […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, Hirobo Zerda 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailVery respectable mid 1980s 4WD offering from Hirobo.
    Pictures courtesy of @sludgeguts


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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 2411 – Kyosho Sand Skipper 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailThis 2WD waterproof gem with inflatable tyres was released in 1982.  It also boasted a centrifugal clutch.  The Sand Skipper was released along with a VW Baja Bug and a Toyota Hilux Pick Up.  All 3 cars in this […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, 58097 – Tamiya Super Astute 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailAn improved version of the Astute, released in August 1991.

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, Schumacher CAT XLS 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailVery impressive 1987 follow up to Schumacher’s debut Competition All Terrain ‘CAT’ buggy.  Incredibly good looking in stunning box art colours and, more importantly, another proven competition winner (Worlds & […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, Schumacher CAT 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailReleased in 1986, the Competition All Terrain ‘CAT’ was dubbed the first serious 4×4 1/10th racer to be made in the UK.   The first in a long line of CATs and the start of an RC racing legacy. This Iconic 1/10th […]

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    RC_Vanessa wrote a new post, Schumacher Procat 4 months, 1 week ago

    ThumbnailNumber 3 in the CAT line, released in 1989 and a Euro winner.  The Procat pictured is painted in Phil Davies’ Euros winner colours.

     photo courtesy of @wydraz
     

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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 1 month ago

    Proposed forthcoming releases from Tamiya:

    58568 Neo Scorcher (TT-02B Chassis)
    58575 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
    58576 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie Blue Style (WR-02)
    58577 Nova Fox

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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 1 month, 3 weeks ago

    A reminder that our members receive a 10% discount from Fusion Hobbies in the UK. Fusion now also offer loyalty points. It’s a win win :-)

    Fusion Hobbies 10% Discount For Iconic RC Members | Iconic RC
    http://www.iconicrc.com/fusion-hobbies-discount-code/
    You know that here at Iconic RC we like to do things in…

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    RC_Vanessa posted a new activity comment 1 month, 4 weeks ago

    Tamiya’s most Iconic driver. Wild Willy. He first came along in 1982 and is still going strong 31 years later!

    In reply to - RC_Vanessa uploaded 1 Photo to Wild Willy: · View
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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 2 months, 2 weeks ago

    Don’t forget to vote for your favourite Icons, y’all :-)

    Top 100 RC Cars | Iconic RC
    http://www.iconicrc.com/browse-icons/iconic-rc-top-100/
    Top 100 RC Cars | Iconic RC

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      Justin replied 2 months, 2 weeks ago

      Indeed… Haven’t checked out the top list recently…

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        Justin replied 2 months, 2 weeks ago

        Oooh… Tamiya DOMINATING the top 3 spots still :)

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    RC_Vanessa posted an update 5 months, 4 weeks ago

    Entries for our Blitzer Beetle Prize Draw are now closed. Good luck to also those who entered and, more importantly, thank you for donating to Men’s Cancer Charities.

    Also, a MASSIVE thank you to Fusion Hobbies for donating the Blitzer for such a worthy cause :-)

    Fusion Hobbies – Tamiya Radio Control Models & Plastic Kits

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