July 22, 2016

JConcepts 1993 Ford F-250 trail bodyshell

JConcepts 1993 Ford F-250 trail bodyshell

JConcepts have introduced the 1993 Ford F-250 trail and scale bodyshell for 1/10th trucks such as the ones from Vaterra and Axial. The body is a replica of the ninth generation Ford truck and it features the slightly lower hoodline, rounded front fenders and grille as well as the stout fender flares the 1993 truck was known for. The bed itself is solid and includes slated details to look like its full-scale counterpart. Light body lines and raised sections are present throughout such as fuel tank latch, window weather strip outlines and hood indentations. The hard body-line positioned front to back give the truck heart and the “Built Ford Tough” personality. The body comes clear and includes an authentic decal sheet and easy to use window mask for the detailed hobbyist. The F-250 drops on the Ascender and Axial 12.5″ wheelbase setting, with standard body mounts.

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July 15, 2016

JConcepts B6 S2 bodyshell with Aero wing set

JConcepts B6 S2 bodyshell with Aero wing set

JConcepts have introduced the S2 bodyshell and Aero wing package for the Team Associated B6 buggy. 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 channeled roof directs the flow through the center 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. Cut-lines are included on each side of the body to accommodate stand-up 3 or 4-gear and lay-down transmission layouts. Included with the body, that is available in a regular and light-weight version come two Aero rear wings.

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July 13, 2016

JConcepts release new B6-series Shapeways items

JConcepts release new B6-series Shapeways items

JConcepts has added two Team Associated B6 and B6D items to their Shapeways store. The first being a lower front wing mount which is popular in certain conditions and configures perfectly with the JConcepts lower front wing. The second is a rear body mount flange which assists in maintaining rear body height while running the vehicle in the front shock configuration on the B6 lay-down transmission vehicle. Both parts are available through JConcepts’ Shapeways store here.

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July 6, 2016

JConcepts 12mm AE replacement shock O-ring set

JCocepts 12mm AE replacement shock O-ring set

Coming from JConcepts is a replacement shock O-ring set for Team Associated’s 12mm dampers. The larger 14mm replacement shock O-rings are designed to fit to the shock cap for sealing the top of the shock body. The same 14mm O-ring also fits inside the shock adjustment collar and the smaller 8.5mm version fits the lower shock cap which seals the bottom of the shock body. The seals are blue in colour for identification and produced in a medium/soft material for the ultimate in sealing and mating characteristics. The items are compatible with Team Associated 12mm stock kit components as well as the JConcepts hop-up items made to replace the same parts.

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June 30, 2016

JConcepts 8ight-E 4.0 Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts 8ight-E 4.0 Fin titanium turnbuckle set

Coming from JConcepts and made for the TLR 8ight-E 4.0 is the Fin titanium turnbuckle set. The base of the six main suspension turnbuckles designed for the TLR 8ight vehicle centres around a beefy 5mm square titanium base. The light-weight yet durable material is gradually machined down and tapers into a thread base design which accepts the rod ends featured in the kit. The turnbuckle kit also includes one for the steering linkage which has been optimised and included in the 7-piece set.

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June 29, 2016

JConcepts B6-series Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts B6-series Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts have announced the soon release of the Fin titanium turnbuckle set for the Team Associated B6 series of buggies. The base of the shafts design is centred around a .143″ titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts the standard AE ball-cup configuration. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the “finned” cuts that rotate about the centre. The turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation and the set fits both the B6 and B6D.

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June 28, 2016

JConcepts B6/B6D pre-cut chassis protective sheet

JConcepts B6/B6D pre-cut chassis protective sheet

JConcepts have introduced their new chassis protective sheet for the Team Associated B6 and B6D buggies. Coming pre-cut and sporting JC’s Striker graphics the decals will protect the chassis bottom from becoming damaged on abrasive surfaces while decreasing friction between the bottom plate and the dirt surfaces at the same time. The pre-cut stickers come in sets of two, ready to be applied on both new and used chassis.

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June 16, 2016

Dirt Racing Products permanent dual tip pen set

Dirt Racing Products permanent dual tip pen set

One of the handiest items in the pit area is undoubtedly a permanent marker. Used by Brian “Dirt” Kinwald and practically everyone in the industry throughout the years, permanent pens are the go-to writing instrument at the race track. Now, through Dirt Racing Products, a pen option is now available in black, blue and red which carry the Legends name and autograph. The handy part of this particular pen is the fact that it is dual tipped including a medium felt-tip marker on one end and features a fine tip on the other. Detail with ease, utilising only one pen, to easily mark tires, fill out sponsorship sheets or simply sign autographs for the adoring fans. The pen set includes three of the most popular colors in the business and features the Dirt Racing Products logo and iconic signature of the man himself Brian Kinwald.

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