New from Schumacher comes this Titanium Chassis for its CAT PB 1:10 4WD Buggy. It gives the CAT PB a smoother, more predictable feeling buggy and the team have found this stiffer chassis adds consistency and confidence over a run. A controlled front end feel provides comfort in all conditions. The titanium chassis is 20 grams heavier than the kit alloy chassis.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
JConcepts has introduced this Gen2 Aluminium Steering Bellcrank for the Team Associated RC10. Having evaluated the options, the Florida company built an all-aluminium design bringing the driving bell-crank into a one-piece and solid design, increasing steering response and feel. The idler bellcrank sports a beefy and similar design giving the vehicle a symmetrical feel. The parts are available in blue or black anodising and feature silver chamfered edged highlighting and laser-etched JC logo for brand authenticity. The bellcranks are bearing supported with heavy-duty flanged bearings and include threaded standoffs. The threaded standoffs attach to the chassis nose piece first utilizsing the included JConcepts 8/32” x 5/16” titanium screws and the rest of the assembly install and secure over the standoffs. An aluminium washer is included to secure the top end of the assembly with 4-40 x 5/16” FHCS. JConcepts also includes 5.5 x 4mm titanium ball-studs for each location on the aluminium steering hole locations.
Schumacher has released this Transverse LiPo Mount Set for the their CAT 2000 ‘Classic’ 1:10 4WD Buggy. The Transverse LiPo Mount repositions the battery from an offset longitudinal position, into a central transverse position. This brings the mass of the battery along the vehicle’s centreline, reducing the car’s roll inertia and improving direction change. The balance of the car can be further enhanced by the ability to move the battery side to side and fore-aft (via 2 positions). The belt is guided over the battery using a power roller, mounted from a central Aluminium Alloy Brace, and the belt tension can be adjusted.
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Continuing to roll out Front Hub Weight Systems, T-works’ latest version is for the XB8 1:8 Buggy platform from Xray. The set consists of 2 piece aluminium mounting plates and anodised precision balancing brass weights in both 5 and 10 gram options. The plate is mounted to each steering hub which in turn becomes a fixing point for the weights. These can be switched between four height options to adjust the front weight distribution to the sensitivity required.
Expanding its offering of option parts for the Hong Nor X5B 1:8 Buggy, aftermarket parts manufacturer T-works has released these Aluminium Steering Arms. Made from premium 7075-T6 high-strength aluminium alloy they have a durable black anodised finish for a refined texture and enhanced wear resistance. Significantly boosting structural rigidity, deformation resistance, and impact strength, they deliver reliable performance even under the most demanding track conditions.
Following its recent release of the Shock Wave Evo Truggy tyre, VP Pro has now released it as a 1:8 buggy tyre. Produced from high quality rubber, its square and curve arranged pins are designed for longer life and directional capability. It ensures a smooth, consistent feel with excellent grip, and meets the demands of most track surfaces ranging from carpet and wet, to loamy, indoor clay, hard packed and blue groove. Coming with the durable closed cell insert, it is available in 5 compounds, M1,M2,M3,M4 and MC. Available in glued and unglued options, wheel colours include Yellow/White/Pink/Green/Orange.
Team Associated has another new RC10 kit variant, this time the American brand releasing the RC10 Sprint Edition Kit for 1:10 oval racing. Bringing their 2WD RC10 platform to the ovals and based on a Black Anodised 6061 Aluminium chassis, nose plate, and motor plate, key features of the kit are the new Stealth Retro Transmission which is B6 transmission in a retro case design. The Sprint Edition Kit also gets a new Sprint Car body and wings and 12mm hexes all around.
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Schumacher has released these new +3mm Wide Rear Straps for its CAT PB 1:10 4WD Buggy that offer increased bump handling whilst also providing added stability through higher speed sections. A narrower rear hex will be needed to allow the width of the buggy to remain the same. To keep the same width the hex width must be reduced by 1.5mm each side. The team also recommend shortening the rear link on the hub and softening the rear spring by one rate when changing to these straps. The straps must be used as a pair and offer the most benefits in medium to high grip conditions.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
