RC enthusiasts often strive for realism, seeking to replicate their vehicles’ full-sized counterparts by placing attention to detail at the forefront. Johnny Lum, a passionate RC hobbyist and off-road enthusiast, embarked on a journey to re-create his beloved Toyota Land Cruiser Land Cruiser 80 Series (LC80) in miniature form. Dubbed the RC80, this custom-built crawler is a near-exact replica of Johnny’s real-life off-roading machine, both in appearance and performance.
AN AUTOMOTIVE BACKGROUND
Johnny’s RC journey began in the 1990s, when he initially delved into RC racing with buggies. He took a 20-year hiatus from RC to explore the world of real-life souped-up Hondas and Toyotas, and he discovered his passion for off-roading in 2015, inspired by a friend’s modified Lexus LX470. This sparked Johnny’s off-roading adventures, leading him to acquire…