March 8, 2017

JConcepts 3-D-printed wire route sleeves

Coming from JConcepts are three new 3-D-printed wire route sleeves. The unique and small design of the wire sleeve pieces allow wiring to look clean and also aides in the overall appearance of the vehicle. First up is the 3-wire sleeve and motor ring that is made specifically for the Team Associated B64. It brings the A, B and C wires in close to the motor without touching. The built-in ring holds the wires in a clean position and minimises the height providing a little more room between body and wiring.

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March 8, 2017

Yeah Racing Sprint 2 RWD drift conversion kit

Yeah Racing have introduced a RWD drift conversion kit for the HPI Sprint 2 touring car. The set allows to convert the entry-level touring car into a competition-grade RWD drift car featuring a C-hub-less front suspension and rear Y-arms to bring the car in-line with modern drift machines. The set includes new front and rear upper and lower arms, steering knuckles and rear hubs, as well as a redesigned steering assembly, rear driveshafts and a big bore shock set. The suspension and steering parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come purple anodised for looks.

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March 8, 2017

Axon X10 imperial size ball bearings

Axon’s X10 series of ultra high-quality ball bearings is soon also available in three imperial sizes. The range will include flanged 5/16-1/8 ball races for 1/12th front wheels, as well as standard and flanged 3/8-1/4 bearings for 1/12th rear axles, all of which come pre-lubed with a special low-drag oil for improved efficiency, acceleration and top speed. The bearings come in sets of two and they will hit stores by mid-March.

Please be aware that above image shows a metric X10 series bearing for illustration.

Source: Axon [team-axon.com]

March 8, 2017

Roche P12-2017 narrow alloy chassis & lower pod plate

Roche have introduced a narrow aluminium main chassis and lower pod plate for the Rapide P12-2017 1/12th pan car. Machined from 2.5mm aluminium and featuring massive machining for a low weight and optimised flex characteristics, the main chassis utilises a floating side link system as found on the company’s Rapide F1 car for increased chassis and link clearance and thus less speed-robbing scrubbing issues during hard cornering. Included with the chassis come a carbon fibre bumper mount and mounting hardware and both the chassis and lower pod plate sport Roche’s signature black and red anodised finish.

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March 8, 2017

Schumacher Atom rear roll centre conversion & king pins

Schumacher have introduced new Speed Secret option for the Atom 1/12th scale pan car. First up is the rear roll centre conversion kit that offers an adjustable rear roll centre. This gives an ability to adjust the setting from the very low kit standard position up to 2.5mm higher. The raised roll centre gives a more responsive and lively car, ideal in high traction conditions while the lower roll centre position gives more rear traction. The set includes new carbon fibre braces as well as mounting hardware. Also new are the super-polished low friction coefficient king pins for the Atom. Coming as pairs the parts make for improved, smoother suspension action.

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March 8, 2017

Tamiya MB 190E 2.5-16 Evo.II Team Zakspeed TT-01E kit

Available soon from Tamiya is the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo.II Team Zackspeed “Diebels Alt” TT-01E touring car kit. Bringing back the good old days of motorsport, the kit resembles the 1992 spec car the Zakspeed team campaigned in the German Touring Car Championship. Tamiya’s replica makes use of the entry-level TT-01E shaft-driven 4WD chassis and it features a highly detailed bodyshell including moulded plastic rear-view mirrors, rear wing as well as 6-spoke rims and slick tyres. The kit will hit stores in April.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

March 8, 2017

JConcepts F-250 monster truck body & 2.2″ Tote wheels

JConcepts have introduced the 1979 Ford F-250 monster truck body and 3-D-printed 2.2″ Tote wheels. Starting with the body shell, the meticulous replica of the original truck features its heavily chiseled, square body look with enlarged, flat-top wheel wells and a recessed body line that extends down the entire side of the standard cab body. The included decal sheet details this section to appear like the chrome trim of yesteryear. It also sports that famous wrap-around front windshield, the recessed side windows are outlined and the body lines are all in place to show off that vintage look. On top of this the front headlights, grille, taillights and tailgate are replicated with a decal sheet giving that all important, high-impact look. Included in the package are also a separate front and rear bumper which can be attached with included hardware for the ultimate show and shine ride. The 11″ wheelbase gives drivers options for mounting to standard or extended length chassis while the flat bed area gives plenty of space for body mount locations or customised with bed cover look.

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