Vertigo Performance has released a cool new product for all you HPI 5B, 5T and 5SC owners. This new clutch carrier allows you ‘easy access’ to the clutch in order to change the spring, shoes or even the bell housing itself, all in the span of about 1 minute. I helped test the prototype of …

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New from HPI is the high performance SFL-30MG Digital Servo that is perfect for use on the steering of HPI Baja trucks and buggies. The SFL-30MG digital servo offers precision steering movements, and is compatible with all radio systems on the market today, including high-speed systems. This servo has a high-output heavy duty motor which …

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One of the biggest Baja events of the year, Dunetoberfest 2009, was once again held at the beautiful Buttercup Recreation Area at Imperial Sand Dunes, California. Having never experienced this type of event (but absolutely loving the Baja 5B and 5T), I requested this assignment to go check it out. Equipped with my trusty digital …

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