August 18, 2016

ILR SB401 4mm carbon fibre rear shock tower

ILR SB401 4mm carbon fibre rear shock tower

Inside Line Racing have released a new 4mm thick carbon fibre shock tower for the rear of the PR SB401 4WD buggy. The tower features revised inner camber link positions which moves the group of holes down by 3.5mm. This provides the ability for increased rear traction and stability. In addition to the two existing upper shock mounting positions, there is a new outer hole to allow the shock to be stood up more giving increased forward drive when necessary and allow further tuning.

Source: Inside Line Racing [insidelinemodels.com]


August 17, 2016

Team Corally Factory Pro Tools range

Team Corally Factory Pro Tools range

Team Corally have introduced their new Factory Pro Tools range of metric tools and wrenches. All make use of 22mm diameter aluminium handles that sport coloured end caps and easy-to-replace hardened spring steel tool tips. The range includes 1.5mm to 3mm hex wrenches, 4mm to 8mm hex drivers as well as four cross head and two blade type screw drivers.

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August 17, 2016

Dirt Racing Products recessed ball-stud washer set

Dirt Racing Products recessed ball-stud washer set

JConcepts have released another Brian “Dirt” Kinwald product in the form of the Dirt Racing Products recessed washer set that was designed to offer two ball-stud height adjustments while utilizing a single washer. The 2 and 3mm washers feature a 1mm recess; this allows a driver to simply flip orientation for desired height. The large diameter of the washer provides a steady footing against plastic and aluminum components while the milled and recessed grooves easily indicate which height is in hand. Included in each package are four pieces of the 2 to 1mm washer and two pieces of the 3 to 2mm washer. In addition, a 0.5mm shim is also included for the ultimate in fine tuning adjustment and can be used alongside the recessed washers. Anodized in black, the washers can be used as a technical tuning option or simply during a “black-out vehicle build.

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August 17, 2016

JConcepts 1993 Ford F-250 SuperCab MT body

JConcepts 1993 Ford F-250 SuperCab MT body-1

JConcepts are busy releasing more 1990’s monster truck bodyshells with the latest offering being the 1993 Ford F-250 SuperCab. Resembling the popular ninth generation truck, the body drops on a variety of long monster trucks which range from 12.5″ to 13” wheelbase. Included come a comprehensive decal sheet, window masks and also an attachable Racerback.

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August 17, 2016

Team C GT8-series aluminium shock mounts

Team C GT8-series aluminium shock mounts

German Team C distributors Absima have introduce the new aluminium lower shock mounts for the GT8-range of 1/8th scale on-road cars. Machined from aluminium and coming orange anodised and including mounting hardware the parts make for an updated suspension geometry and they are usable on both the front and the rear of the car.

Source: Absima [absima.com]


August 17, 2016

T-Works B6-series titanium battery post with locknuts

T-Works B6-series titanium battery post with locknuts

Coming from T-Works and made for Team Associated’s sixth generation 1/10th off-road buggies are titanium battery mount posts. The parts offer a plain middle section for improved battery brace fitment and they are also 2.5mm longer than the standard parts, allowing for easy mounting of the battery hold down. The precisely machined hex section makes for effortless height adjustments and the parts come in sets of two, usable on both the B6 and B6D.

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August 17, 2016

MIP TLR 22 3.0 Roller Pucks bi-metal drive system

MIP TLR 22 3.0 Roller Pucks bi-metal drive system

MIP’s popular Roller Pucks bi-metal drive system is now also available for the TLR 22 3.0 buggy. The design with alloy diff ring discs and steal outdrives makes for a 25 percent weight reduction compared to the stock parts, without compromising strength and durability, making the set ideal for modified racers who wish to save on rotational mass. The kit is also usable for 13.5T Super Stock racers and it includes replaceable Roller Pucks, tungsten carbide diff balls, machined aluminium T-nut and all necessary lubes.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]


August 17, 2016

Sweep Defender-T 1/8th truggy tyre

Sweep Defender-T 1/8th truggy tyre

Sweep have introduced their new Defender-T tyre for 1/8th scale truggies. Based off of the Defender buggy tyre the truggy-specific variant builds on the new V2 carcass with a reduced width and rounder shape, providing a more constant driving feeling on bumpy tracks while also creating more forward drive. The square-type tread along with refined pin spacing will create tons of side-bite and the tyre is available soon in YX, SX, BX, RX, and WX long-wear compounds.

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