Just a quick update today...

We're looking really good for parts and upgrades availability right now.  The majority of parts are in stock and ready to order.

With that said, the DuneRunner, XB, XBE, XRE, XTE and Chimera EP have all been discontinued for a while now and some parts specific to those vehicles are getting harder to find.  If you have an XB, XBE or DuneRunner, I highly recommend grabbing a few spare parts while you can.  Most parts will continue to be available well in to the future but several parts and upgrades specific to these vehicles have been discontinued already.

The Rampage MT, XT and Chimera SR are all still fully available se we should be good for parts and upgrades for these three well into the future

Thanks all for now, thanks for your continued support

​Rob

Good news if you have been waiting for new wheels and tires for your Rampage - a shipment of parts arrived earlier this week that contained a full assortment of wheels and tires for all of the Rampage models including the XB / XBE wheels and tires that have been out of stock for over a year!

Check them out on the wheels and tires page and be sure to grab some while you can - I'm not sure how quickly these will sell out and how long it will take to get more

'till next time

Rob

Good news!  An order of Rampage parts just arrived and these parts are ready to ship.  Just some of the parts that are back in stock include:
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• 50002N MT Front Shocks
• 50036 MT Center Drive Shaft
• 50037 Brake Cam Set
• 50054 MT Front Upper Arms
• 50063 MT Rear Suspension Arm Holders
• 50067N Diff Gear Sets
• 50072H Differential Input Pinions
• 50229 MT Servo Mounts
• 50232 Servo Saver Bushings
• 50234 MT Front Lower Hinge Pins
• 50235 MT Rear Lower Hinge Pins
• 050019 MT Resi Shocks
• 050030 MT Aluminum Wheel Hexes
• 07122 XT Front Upper Suspension Arms
• 07136 XT Wheel Hexes
• 07148H X Series Differential Pinions
• 07156 XT Rear Dogbones
• 07173 M4 x 60 Button Head Screws
• 07427 Chimera Wheel Hexes
• 07428 XR / Chimera Front CVDs
• 07774 XBE / XTE Rear Drive Shaft
• 07775 XBE / XTE Front Drive Shaft
• 07776 XBE / XTE Motor Cam

It's nice to see Redcat continuing to support the XBE / XTE even though they are discontinued.  I'd really like to see these vehicles returned to the lineup but for now, I'm happy to see parts still being stocked. 

​More parts are coming soon so be sure to check back to the blog so you don't miss anything - or better yet, sign up for the email newsletter
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Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

Rob

Hey guys, just a quick update on a few changes to the website...

PARTS INVENTORY:  Parts inventory is looking great.  More parts and hop-ups are in stock now than we've seen in nearly a year!  Over 400 parts are back in stock and only 50 are sold out.  Only a few of the sold out parts are popular so we're looking really good at the moment

RAMPAGE VEHICLES:  We once had a choice of eleven different Rampages to choose from!  Now, just three remain with all the others having been discontinued.  Thankfully, the two most popular trucks are still available, the Rampage MT and Rampage XT as well as the Chimera SR sand rail.  As of today, all of the remaining vehicles are temporarily sold out but more are expected to arrive before the end of July

SHIPPING:  New shipping rates have been applied to the site - this will allow me to lower the prices on larger items such as bodies, pipes, wheels and tires etc. as they will now default to UPS shipping rates.  If you're checking out and notice that UPS is the only shipping option shown, it is due to something large or heavy in your shopping cart

• Shipping is now flat rate based on size and weight​
• Most small parts orders now ship for $4.97 to the continental US
• Large, heavy, or bulky parts orders now ship via UPS for $17.95 to the continental US
• The option to select UPS on small orders has been removed

PRICING:  I've lowered the price on virtually every part and upgrade on the site.  In the past, I've had to raise the price on parts to cover the increasing cost of UPS shipping.  Now that I've changed the way shipping is calculated, I've been able to lower the prices site-wide

NEWSLETTER:  I've re-launched the "Hot Deals" newsletter.  Be sure to sign up for the newsletter when you see a pop-up on the site.  It should be shown to you when you arrive on the site and then once again when you are about to leave.  I'll be sending out stock status updates and exclusive discounts to subscribers once or twice per month.  If you've signed up for the newsletter in the past, please sign up again.  I've started a fresh customer list to ensure only the folks that want to receive the newsletter will get it.  Be sure to check your spam folder for the newsletter - just like the tracking number updates, the newsletter seams to go to spam folders often

STORE CLOSURE:  Not long ago, I had a run of bad experiences including rude customers, stolen products, lack of inventory etc. that caused me to consider closing the shop.  After a short break, and some encouraging messages from a few loyal customers, I've decided to put those bad experiences behind me and keep having fun

Thanks for the 12+ years of support, I really appreciate it.  Let's hope for 12 more years!

'till next time

​Rob

Every once in a while, I'll find something cool on Amazon and if I think it'll help you with your Rampage, I'll write a blog post about it.  Here's a quick summary of some of my top Amazon finds with links to the blog posts that I wrote:
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1. Best 2-Stroke Oil For Your Rampage
2. Best Steering Servo For Your Rampage
3. Best Throttle Servo For Your Rampage
4. My Favorite Hand Tools
5. My Favorite Power Tool
6. Cheapest Way to Get More Power

'till next time

Rob

Good news, a shipment of Rampage parts has just arrived - mostly aluminum upgrades but some stock parts as well.  The following parts are back in stock and ready to order:

• 07179 - Suspension Bushings
• 710002 - Aluminum Upper Arms
• 710003 - Aluminum Front Upper Top Plate
• 710011 - Aluminum Servo Saver / Bellcrank Set
• 50062 - Lower Suspension Mount
• 050060 - Aluminum Diff Case
• 050028B - Blue Aluminum Air Filter
• 50008N - Front / Rear Bumper
• 050005 - Aluminum Caster Blocks
• 710006 - Aluminum Rear Hubs
• 50029N - Clutch Bell
• More....

A few of these parts are in limited supply and will likely sell out again fairly soon so be sure to place your order ASAP if there is something on this list that you have been waiting for

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

​Rob

Over the years, I have referred most folks in Canada to another Redcat dealer there.  Now that he is no longer in business, I have opened up shipping to Canada

Here's how shipping to Canada works (for now)

• All Rampage vehicles ship via UPS for $49.97 to Canada
• Most small Rampage parts ship for $4.97 to Canada
• Large, heavy, or bulky parts orders ship via UPS for $49.97 to Canada
• *Shipping to Canada does not include taxes, fees or import duties.  Additional fees may be payable to the carrier (UPS, USPS, Canada Post) upon receipt of product

If you put an order of Rampage parts in to your shopping cart and the system only shows you the option for UPS shipping but you don't want to pay the UPS shipping rate, have a look at the items that you are requesting.  If you have large items such as bodies, wheels/tires, chassis, engines, LiPo batteries or chargers - these all have to ship via UPS.  Removing some of these large items from your shopping cart should cause the shipping rate to drop down to only $4.97.  If you only select smaller items such as hinge pins, suspension arms, hardware, bearings etc. these should all be able to ship via USPS

UPS recently raised their rates dramatically so this all may change at some point but I'll do my best to cover most of the UPS cost for you if you purchase a Rampage or other large parts.

This is just a trial and subject to change so be sure to check out the shipping page for the latest information

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

​Rob

It's been a while since I've had any big news to report on the Redcat Rampage front so thought I'd share a quick link to the new Redcat Kaiju 1/8 truck.  I'm loving the wheels and tires but not too sure about that Datsun body.

Here's a link where you can check out the Redcat Kaiju specs

Attention all DuneRunner owners!  The following parts and hop-ups are on clearance at super low prices.  Get 'em while you can because once these parts are gone, they are gone for good:
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• 10308 - Tenergy Rechargeable AA Batteries
• 050014 - DuneRunner Aluminum Servo Saver Set
• ST30PH - Plastic Servo Horn Set
• 054012 - Aluminum Servo Mount / Top Plate
• 054014 - DuneRunner Aluminum Rear Upper Plate
• 054015 - DuneRunner Aluminum Front Upper Plate
• 050120 - Aluminum Steering Servo Horn

Quantities are limited so be sure to order ASAP if you are interested in any of these parts

'till next time

​Rob

It's time to start cleaning up your large scale vehicle stands in preparation for Black Friday!  I can't tell you exactly what will be on sale but, I can tell you that they will be big and heavy!  Be sure to check back on Friday, November 29th for all of the details

'till next time

​Rob

Another shipment of parts has just arrived.    The following parts are back in stock and ready to ship as of today:

• 07456 - Wheel Nuts
• 710014 - Aluminum Roll Cage
• 50003n - Rear Shocks
• 07473 - Sleeved Diff Cups
• HX-15cs - Throttle Servos
• 07150 - Steering Pivot Balls

Parts inventory is looking really good now with the vast majority of parts and hop-ups in-stock and in good quantity but as always, if there is something you require, be sure to order as soon as possible.

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

Rob

An order of Rampage X series aluminum hop-ups has just arrived.  The following are back in stock and ready to order if you've been waiting on them:

• 050028 - Gunmetal aluminum air filters (gunmetal)
• 710032 - Aluminum rear lower arms
• 710011 - Aluminum servo saver set

You can check out these and all of the other Rampage aluminum hop-ups right here
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Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it.

Rob

A shipment of Rampage parts has just arrived.  The following parts are back in stock and ready to order now.  I only received between 1 - 10 of each of these so if there's anything you need, I suggest ordering ASAP before they sell out again.
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• 54090 - Steel Gear Set
• 50022 - Engine Mount with Screws
• 50031 - Diff Outdrives
• 50023 - Brake Discs and Pads
• 50088 - 5x12mm Flat Head Screws
• 07774 - Rear Center Drive Shaft
• 07159 - 10x9x5 Bearings
• COUPLER1 - Exhaust Coupler
• 25023 - Pull Start
• 07450 - XR Aluminum Exhaust

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

Rob

Recently I wrote a post about the importance of investing in high quality tools (see that post here) and I thought I'd expand on it a little to show you one of my favorite RC tools of all time

These little power drivers are usually around $20 on Amazon and come in a few different colors.  I have this red one and I also have a black one that's still in the package.  When you combine this tool with some high quality bits like the MIP Speed Tips, you'll save a lot of time when wrenching on your Rampage.

I like this tool because it's not too powerful.  It doesn't have a clutch but it has just enough power to install and remove screws without stripping the plastic.  I still use a little bit of care when using it to help avoid any problems.  I also like the fact that it has an LED light that turns on automatically when the driver is running to help light up the work area.

If you do decide to pick up one of these tools, I can't stress enough the importance of using only high quality bits like the MIP Speed Tips with a 3.0mm being the most commonly used tip.  This will help ensure you don't strip any screw heads.

'till next time, have fun wrenching

​Rob

Another shipment of Rampage parts has just arrived.  Here are some of the parts that were sold out but are now back in stock and ready to order:

• 50014 - Rampage MT and DuneRunner Front Steering Knuckles
  
• 050009 - Rampage MT and DuneRunner Front CV Axles
  
• 50040 - Rampage MT and DuneRunner Front Upper Hinge Pins
  
• 07406 - CVA Rebuild Kits
  
• 07132 - X Series Front Lower Hinge Pin Mounts
  
• Coupler1 - Silicone Exhaust Couplers
  
• 50069 - 24x12x6 Bearings
  
• 03027 - Battery Charger Adapter
  

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

Rob
 

A few more Rampage parts are back in stock including the stock replacement carbs.  You'll find them on the "Engine and Fuel System" page

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

​Rob

A shipment of aluminum lower suspension arms for the Rampage MT and DuneRunner has just arrived and are available to order now.  You can find these and many more aluminum hop-ups for your Rampage right here

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it

​Rob