October 30, 2018

HB Racing D817/E817 JC Silencer lightweight body shell

Now available from HB Racing is the Silencer lightweight body shell from JConcepts. The Silencer lightweight lid is a no compromise body for hardcore racers. It is 30g lighter than the standard bodyshell for a lower CG, quicker acceleration and improved corner speed, however durability will be lower than the standard thickness version. This clear body has dimples for easy installation on E817 and D817 buggies.

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]


October 23, 2018

JConcepts Tribute wheel mock beadlock rings

JConcepts have introduced their new mock beadlock rings for the Tribute monster truck wheels. The injection moulded, 4-piece set includes details found on today’s monster trucks and can be easily adapted to existing JConcepts Tribute wheels at a low-cost. The simple part can be pressed on the outside, inner diameter shape of the wheel and left for visual purposes or light racing and track running. Racers who plan to perform heavy running, freestyle or bashing might want to opt for some flexible, adhesive goo for attachment and a more secure fit. The great part about the Tribute mock beadlocks, whether you press it in or use adhesive goo, the driver can always remove them, go for another colour combo or clean them separately from the tyre and wheel assembly. The rings are available in a variety of colours including blue, black, white, pink, green, orange, red, and silver.

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October 17, 2018

JConcepts 1979 Ford F-250 SCT body shell

Coming from JConcepts is their new 1979 Ford F-250 SCT body shell for 1/10th scale short course trucks. Built as they were in the good ole days, JConcepts has brought an essence of the 1979 truck together with the latest offerings in competitive Short Course Racing. With detailed 70’s styling, the grill, fender and authentic 70’s cab styling screams retro. JConcepts left no detail untouched bringing this theme to the SCT crowd and most notably the rear roll bars and front to back horizontal body lines that give the “79” unmatched SCT realism. The body fits the Slash, Slash 4×4 and other similar trucks and it comes including window masks and detailed 1979 Ford F-250 decal sheet.

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October 2, 2018

JConcepts A1R 190mm touring car body – Coming soon

JConcepts have released first images of their forthcoming new A1R body shell for 190mm touring cars. Designed by Paul Wynn the body sports a sleek front end design with the front wheel arch section allowing for a wide body placement window in order to fine-tune the lid’s characteristics. Sweeping rear fenders, and a trunk lid with build-in spoiler section round out the package. The body already prove its performance by winning the Pro Mod and Expert 17.5T Stock classes at the recent opening round of the 2018/2019 FSEARA Asphalt Series in Florida.

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October 2, 2018

Vera & Marasco win at FSEARA Asphalt Series Round 1

Host of the 2016 ROAR Nationals, Valkaria RC Raceway, is a staple in the Florida on-road racing community and this past weekend they hosted round 1 of the 2018/2019 FSEARA Asphalt Series. With 89 entries on hand, racing was fast and fierce. In the Pro Mod class veteran racer Dave Vera took the win, from Austin Wolf in 2nd and Paul Wynn in 3rd.

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September 26, 2018

JConcepts carpet/astro high-clearance wing

A new high-clearance wing for 1/10th scale buggies has been developed and manufactured by JConcepts. The HCW incorporates a short-chord design for quick rotation and a flat-base which provides more tire clearance. The durable design has chopped rear corners for rigidity plus a traditional rear trim-line for a great balance of down-force and low-drag. The side-dams of the wing feature hard radius cut-outs which allow even more tyre rear expansion and flex space. JConcepts designer Paul Wynn added dual stability fangs which also help boost the front to rear structure. The rear of the wing still maintains a high-angle to vertical rear dam to give drivers a straight-forward layout suited to high-speed circuits. The HCW is a direct bolt-on piece for most 1/10th buggies and includes two pieces per package. Cut-lines are positioned throughout for trim and tuning options to provide racers feel control over one of the most important elements in 1/10th off-road racing.

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September 19, 2018

JConcepts RC8B3.1 Silencer body shell

First developed for the 2012 IFMAR World Championships, JConcepts’ Silencer body has been a mainstay in the JC’s product line which is available for a number of difference vehicles in the market with the latest being the Team Associated RC8B3.1. For the precise fit, the design has undergone changes to match the RC8B.1 chassis side-guards and body mount positioning. The Silencer stance cockpit allows ample fuel tank access, a smoother high-speed windshield transition and increased flow around the engine heat-sink. A deep recess around the engine compartment with dual channeling out the rear provides air escape along with rear-end stability. The Silencer side-pods have a clipped rear-end, narrowing the rear by angling just in front of the rear tyres. The extended runner features are placed on the rear-end of the body enhancing the force placed on the rear pods during high-speed acceleration. The main pods are heavily chamfered and a more heat-shrink design over the pipe, fuel tank and electrical / linkage make up the main pods. The body is capped off with a cockpit shark fin for more high-speed tracking stability and increased roof stiffness and it comes including window masks and a decal sheet.

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September 17, 2018

JConcepts orange Satellite tyre rubber bands

JConcepts have introduced their Satellite tyre rubber bands in a new orange colour option. Specifically developed for tyre mounting, the rubber bands are produced in a high-elasticity material capable of stretching to a full assortment of different sized tyres. Finely detailed array of handles are designed to ergonomically conform to your fingers so the user can deftly adjust the rubber band to the sidewall of each tyre to apply the pressure where it is needed. The Satellite rubber bands are usable for 1/10th, SCT and 1/8th buggy tyres and a set includes four bands per package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]