Coming from JConcepts are the new Skull design T-shirts and sweatshirts. The fresh shield logo with lightning bolts made its way into the R/C scene in early 2017 with new driver signings. The T-shirt sports a large logo in the front with a smaller on the back while the zipped hooded sweatshirt is the other way around with a small logo in the front and a large one on the back. The merchandise is available in all poplar adult sizes.
Coming from JConcepts and made for the Team Associated B64 1/10th 4WD buggy is the Fin titanium turnbuckle set. Offering the name-giving “finned” hex section the turnbuckles are usable with the standard AE ballcups and they not only save weight but also add visual impact. The set includes seven turnbuckles with a suitable wrench being available separately.
JConcepts have introduced the Strike 3 bodyshell for the Team Associated RC8B3 buggy. Sampling elements from the Finnisher, Silencer and Striker bodies it packs a slightly refined image. The base enhancements to the design come from the parallel to chassis side-pods, that look traditional with 1/8th buggies of the past. A large rear-end winglet has been added to aid in the rear traction stability as well as stopping force. The offset of the race-proven shell provides a compact fit for the fuel tank, linkage and air filter assembly and the heavy channelling on the front windshield keeps the Strike 3 aligned at high speeds while the sidepods have multiple hard-edge angles that spill off neatly into 90 degree side panels. Just behind the engine head, a sleek up-rising flows from the body like running water and a sharp rise in the rear wicker blocks flow to the rear tower and redirects to the rear wing area. The clear body set includes window templates and a decal sheet.
Coming from JConcepts are several new option parts for the B6 and B64 series of off-road buggies. First up are short and long Fin-series titanium shock stand-offs. Designed to replace the standard parts and featuring a lightweight design with built-in threads for easier shock angle adjustments, the 7mm hex based design allows adjustment with the most popular wrench in the R/C arsenal but also tapers down featuring the Fin treatment found on the JConcepts turnbuckles. The stand-offs are available in short and long variants for the front and rear of the B6 and B64 buggies and each 2-piece set includes two 3x8mm BHCS to secure the stand-offs to the shock tower. The standard 3mm locknut is used to finalise the assembly and secure the shock into position. The Delrin shock stand-off bushings are also available separately as a 4-piece set.
Coming from JConcepts are the new Swaggers and Pin Downs carpet and astro turf stadium truck tyres. Starting with the Swaggers, the 2.2″ front tyre has a multitude of heights and angular ribs for cornering speed, consistency and straight-line tracking ability. The ultra low-profile carcass keeps a truck very predictable and consistent in high-grip conditions while pointing the vehicle in the correct direction. Side-wall ribs in a circular pattern to the exterior of the tyre support high-grip racing and the tyre, made from medium soft material, includes open cell inserts for the best performance in a variety of conditions.
JConcepts have introduced an updated version of the S2 body the Xray XB2 2WD buggy. Since the 2017 version of the buggy has a 3-gear lay down transmission, JConcepts opted to update the body mould so it is compatible with the vehicle update and so the XB2 S2 body is now compatible with the 3-gear stand-up and both the 3 and 4-gear laydown transmission configurations.
JConcepts have introduced new aluminium option parts for Team Associated’s 3rd generation 1/8th off-road kits such as the RC8B3 and RC8T3. First up is the suspension arm cap and camber shim set. It makes for an easier and quicker way to change chamber and track width shims on the the RC8B3, RC8B3e and RC8T3 vehicles. The shim set features individual slotted shims which lock to one another while the arm caps have been machined to slide on the upper and lower arms. To adjust, partially unthread the pivot-balls and slide shims in or out depending on required adjustment. Each set, available in blue or black colour, includes two caps, two 0.5, 1 and 2 degree shims which will either complete one side or either top or bottom. To complete the entire front suspension, two sets will be required per vehicle.
Following the F2 body for the YZ-2 JConcepts have now also introduced the S2 body for the YZ-4 buggy. A slammed overall height allows the S2 to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for balance and steering. A channelled roof directs the flow through the centre of the body while also increasing the rigidity of cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JConcepts bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. The clear body comes including window masks, a decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.
