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October 23, 2018

Kenrick Fong teams up with Yokomo

Yokomo have announced the signing of Hong-Kong-based touring car front runner, Kenrick Fong to their team. The former MTS driver already collected some impressive results at events such as the AOC, the IFMAR Worlds and at several Asia-based cup races, despite for being in the hobby for only a couple of years. Kenrick will be using the forthcoming BD9 at races in Hong Kong, China and all over Asia and he had the following to say:

At first, thanks Tom, Aso and Jackie providing me this opportunity to being a member of the Team Yokomo family. It is a big change in my RC career. In the following time, I will keep racing and promote Yokomo brand with Jackie. Can’t wait for the races coming and see my friends on the track. Once again, thanks Andy Tse and Derek Hung from MTS for giving me support in the previous years since I was young. Thank you very much and see you guys soon.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

October 23, 2018

Yeah Racing TB Evo 7 & M07 titanium turnbuckle sets

Yeah Racing have introduced new titanium turnbuckle sets for the Tamiya TB Evo 7 and M07 kits. The TB Evo 7 specific set includes three M3x22mm and four M3x32mm turnbuckles as well as 14 15mm ball ends while the M07 set includes six M3x18mm and a single M3x105mm link along an assortment of 10mm, 13mm and 15mm ball ends. Using the sets will reduce overall weight while offering improved visual impact and durability.

View the M07-specific set here

October 23, 2018

MIP SCX10 II X-Duty centre drive kit 12.3” wheelbase

Coming from MIP is the new X-Duty centre drive kit for 12.3” wheelbase Axial SCX10 II chassis. Made out of high quality, heat treated alloy steel and black oxide coated, the centre drive kit is completely rebuildable and built to last as it replaces the standard plastic driveshafts. Designed for competition crawling or backyard bashing the kit ensures reliable and durable power transfer even with high-power motors or when the going gets tough.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

October 23, 2018

Dynamite Passport P2 AC Plus AC/DC charger

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Dynamite Passport P2 AC Plus 2 port AC/DC multi-charger. With dual 100W output capability, the device can charge Li-Po batteries in half the time it takes lower wattage/amperage chargers. In addition, owners get the full gamut of charging features, including the ability to charge virtually all battery types that can be monitored using the intuitive LCD display.

View lists of the features and specifications here

October 22, 2018

Mugen MBX8T & MBX8T Eco 1/8th truggy kits

Mugen have announced the soon release of their new MBX8T nitro and MBX8T Eco electric 1/8th truggy kits. Both use the successful MBX8 buggy as a base with the trucks featuring a new 3mm aluminium chassis for improved handling and consistency in bumpy conditions as well as improved overall steering thanks to greater stability. HTD high traction differentials come as standard, ensuring better acceleration, longer runtimes and more consistent handling especially in rougher track conditions. The larger oil volume ensures great consistency in long mains and improved traction in lower grip conditions. Part of the drivetrain package are also new straight-cut 10T bevel and 46T conical gears – again helping with acceleration, runtime and efficiency. The diffs are housed in new front and rear gearboxes that help to quicker extract the diffs from the chassis while new suspension hangers further help with maintenance and drivability. Also new in the suspension department are box-shaped suspension arms with arm stiffeners. They make for reduced flex while adding durability and optional inserts allow to fine-tune overall arm flex. Other new parts include a lightweight 1-piece wing mount for a lower centre of gravity with the wing mount being height adjustable to have additional control over downforce and jump characteristics. A lightweight high downforce wing helps with cornering and an updated carbon fibre radio plate – for the nitro kit – rounds out the package. The MBX8T trucks are decked out with Pro-Line body shells and they also include clamping servo saver nuts, updated front and rear shock towers as well as universal-type centre driveshafts.

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October 22, 2018

Ruddog 48 pitch steel pinion gears

Coming from Ruddog Distribution are their new 48 pitch steel pinion gears. Available in a range of 18T to 27T the pinions are sold separately or in two different sets of five odd or five even tooth gears. The gears are precision made and are ideal for everyday bashing or racing.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

October 22, 2018

Bezerk 1/10th touring battery hook sets

Available for some of the most popular 1/10th electric touring cars are Bezerk’s new battery hook sets. The battery posts are located as close to the side and centre of the battery as possible to reduce the stress on the upper retaining tab while the 5mm thick battery hooks are beefy enough to take a beating and high enough to keep the battery in its place. The mounting holes are slotted to allow a small amount of left/right adjustment. The 3mm upper tabs look minimal in size but due to their placement are more than up to the task. The kits includes two battery hooks, two battery tabs and two black alloy hex standoffs. Other options include shorter standoffs for very low batteries, standard 17mm and option 15mm, and are also available in silver. The sets are available for the Infinity IF14, Team Associated TC7.2, TC7.1 and TC7 as well as the Xray T4 ’18 and ’17 and also for the Yokomo BD8 and BD7 kits.

View the other sets here

October 22, 2018

T-Works RC8B3.1 skid plates & upright nut spacers

T-Works have introduced new optionals for the Team Associated RC8B3.1 buggy. First up are stainless steel front and rear chassis protectors. They are a direct fit and help to prevent the chassis from becoming overly scratched for damaged when running on abrasive surfaces or on tracks with high jumps. The add to the chassis bottom using the stock hardware and they come in sets of two front or two rear. Also new are front upright adjustment nut spacers made of high-quality POM material. The blue-colour items are usable on the RC8B3 and B3.1 and they offer great precision and durability.

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