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June 5, 2012

Kyosho MP9 driveshafts & R4 RU bulkheads

Kyosho have released a number of new items for the MP9 and the V-One R4. Firstly for the MP9 there are these 3.5mm thick driveshafts which have been designed to increase reliability and to handle the increased power of today’s engines. Included in the TKI3 kit these driveshafts are available as a spare part now. For the R4 there is a new aluminium upper rear bulkhead set to strengthen and stiffen the rear of the car for increased handling and performance. Kyosho have also introduced 200000 CTS high quality silicone diff oil for the diffs of the V-One R4.

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May 24, 2012

Kyosho V-One R4 & Plazma Ra parts

Kyosho have introduced some new parts for the V-One R4 and Plazma Ra. First up for the R4 as well as the RRR is this new yellow clutch shoe. Testing by team drivers around the world resulted in this new clutch shoe which is an improvement in temperature handling and offers better clutch engagement of Kyosho’s own 3D racing clutch. Next up are differential bevel gears made of hardened steel which increases the lifetime of the gear differential especially under the load of today’s engine power. The gears also fit the gear diff of the Ultima series offroad cars too. Finally there is a high quality titanium screw set for the 1/12 scale EP Plazma Ra racing car. The use of the titanium screw set reduces the overall weight of the car for better acceleration and overall handling.

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May 2, 2012

DB1 Kyosho 2WD off-road conversion kit

Rudebits are proud to introduce the DB1 Kyosho 2WD buggy conversion kit. Designed by David Burton, an experienced engineer and former BRCA nationals winner, the kit combined the front end of Kyosho’s Ultima series buggies with the rear end of the Lazer ZX-5 line of cars. The result is a low centre of gravity buggy with front motor and rearward placed saddle packs, driven by an inertia propshaft to overcome the disadvantages often associated with an inline motor placement. The kit includes seven carbon fibre parts such as the 2.6mm chassis, top deck, U-shaped support, LiPo battery braces and LiPo retaining straps. Also included is 20g a brass LiPo centre weight, under LiPo weights, alloy battery posts, weighted inertia propshaft, Shadow body shell, front alloy posts, decal sheet and setup sheet. Not included are the front and rear end of the Ultima and Lazer, motor mount etc. The buggy that required a low-profile servo is available for pre-order now.

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April 27, 2012

Pro-Line 2012 BullDog body shells

Pro-Line have released more 2012 versions of their popular BullDog line of cab forward off-road bodies. Available soon are variants for Team Associated’s RC8.2e, Kyosho MP9 and Team Associated RC8T. The new design incorporated a steeper windshield to create more down force over the front wheels and the roof ridges have been raised to channel the air flow over the middle of the body for increased high-speed stability. The rear of the roof has been lowered and fins have been added to achieve stable air flow over the body. The fins also add rigidity to the body to increase aerodynamic efficiency. All bodies come clear made from high-quality polycarbonate, include window masks and decal sheet.

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April 16, 2012

Kyosho Inferno MP9 TKI 3 buggy

Kyosho have introduced the new Inferno MP9 TK1 3 buggy. Tested and proven at numerous international racing events, design upgrades have evolved multiple areas of the chassis platform to a new level. The chassis design focus is on efficient traction and is realized through short suspension arms and unique rear hubs that produce effective traction with light suspension stroke. Shock absorber design has changed from spacer setting adjustment to dial adjustment and incorporates the previously optional shock pistons with tapered holes that produce optimal piston speed and damping power over long running times. Other features include a low-height body design with less front-end resistance that generates aerodynamics for a competitive edge and stable posture through the air. With the power of the most advanced racing performance firmly in your grasp, the innovative design of the new TKI 3 puts racing glory within reach.

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April 13, 2012

Kyosho MP9 TKI3 parts

Kyosho America announce the release of new option parts for the MP9 buggy. Seen for the first time at last weekend’s Neo Race the parts mainly include a new battery box that replace the standard carbon mount, a new receiver box, updated transponder mount, redesigned radio plate with interlocking servo mount brackets, redesigned side pods, a new and harder shock tower as well as new universal shafts. The parts will become available very soon.

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April 3, 2012

Kyosho steel differential gears

Kyosho have announced the release of these steel differential gears for use in a range of their models. Made from hardened high quality steel the quality gears offer great durability under the highest loads in racing. Suitable for Kyosho’s On Road flagships V-One R4 and TF6 SP, the gears also fit the gear differential in the Ultima line of Offroad cars too. Available as a set.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]

March 23, 2012

Kyosho R4 option parts

Kyosho release new option parts for the 1/10 nitro touring car V-One R4. Available are a black anodised aluminium break lever sporting a laser engraved logo and designed to allow for higher brake forces and more accuracy. Also new is a 2-speed housing with integrated ball bearing for more precision of the gear box assembly and a smoother engaging point of the 2-speed shoes. Furthermore there are the front upper arm mounts available machined from black anodised aluminium. The parts offer higher rigidity and less flex for the front upper arms.

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