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July 26, 2024

Yokomo MD1.0 LTS (Load Transfer Special) Drift Kit

In its latest Drift car development, Yokomo has released the MD1.0 LTS (Load Transfer Special). This high-end chassis replicates the movement of a real car, characterised by its weighty load transfer and chunky suspension with sinking and stretching legs. Building on the MD1.0 configuration, the LTS features a high-mounted battery that strategically adjusts the centre of gravity to produce body roll, allowing the car to navigate corners with the realism of a true vehicle. The front and rear boast specially designed, supple, multiple-wound springs exclusive to the LTS, enhancing the roll and providing a pronounced sense of weight through effective rebound utilisation. At the front, an aluminium steering block with high-mounted upper arms minimises excessive nose dive, a common issue in rolling machines. This setup offers a balanced reduction in understeer and improved controllability. Additionally, the adjustable kingpin angle allows for realistic camber changes during steering, making low-angle video shooting even more captivating.

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July 25, 2024

Xray XB8 Carbon Fibre Battery & Receiver Cover Plates

New from Xray for its XB8 1:8 Buggy are these carbon fibre radio case plates for use with the hard radio case. Made from high-grade carbon they have been CNC-machined from bottom for super-lightweight design. Coming as a set of front and rear covers, they also fit the XT8 and GTX models.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 25, 2024

R1 Wurks B7 Adjustable KPI Steering Block Set

More after market options for the Team Associated RC10 B7 with R1 Wurks releasing an Adjustable KPI Steering Block Set for the marketing leading 2WD Buggy. These precision-machined steering hubs enable easy adjustments to the kingpin inclination angle, allowing for fine-tuning beyond the standard range provided by the kit’s plastic hubs. They also offer improved steering feel and durability. Machined from high strength 7075 T6 Aluminium, and black anodised with R1 laser etched branding, each hub weighs 6.6grams.

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July 24, 2024

Xray XB8 Carbon Rear Hub Extensions

Xray has introduced these carbon fibre extensions for use with the aluminium rear uprights on its XB8 1:8 Buggy. The extensions feature camber link mounting holes 2mm lower which allows to move link lower when hub rises to keep link in same position. Made from premium-grade carbon fibre material, they fit both the XB8 & XT8 and come as a set of 2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 24, 2024

Yokomo RD2.0 Graphite Chassis & Top Deck

Yokomo has introduced a new graphite main chassis and upper deck for its RD2.0 1:10 Drift Car. The plates are cut from matte graphite with the 2.4mm thick chassis helping to improve steering response without compromising the operability of the RD2.0. The chassis supports only short-size Li-Po batteries. In addition to the standard holder, the DRB-118LA holder can be used to move the battery mounting position further back. The upper deck is made from a slightly thinner 2.2mm material, designed to balance rigidity with the main chassis. Two additional upper deck posts can be added, allowing the rigidity balance between the front and rear to be adjusted. There are also threaded holes for mounting LTS high-mount battery holders, which allow for settings that take advantage of roll.

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July 24, 2024

Kimihiko Yano EPS-J Twelve Tyre Processor

Japanese 1:12 brand specialists Kimihiko Yano has introduced this foam tyre processing machine that is designed specifically for 1:12 tyres. From the planning stage of the product, they interviewed people who have just started using the Twelve, as well as mid-level and expert drivers. Asking them what kind of tire cutter they actually wanted, they continued developing the product in the hope that the introduction of this product will lower the barrier to entry and increase the number of people who will try the twelve. Ideas obtained at the planning stage included making it as compact as possible and minimising the number of parts and emphasise maintainability. Feedback also indicated no need for automatic feed function for the tool and no need for reverse function for the motor. Users also wanted it compatible with hollowing out tires (popping out). A hub that allows you to work with the wheel upside down is required to improve the hollowing out (popping out) accuracy. And after testing two prototypes, the EPS-J Twelve Tire Processor was completed.

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July 24, 2024

FX Engines confirm Ronnefalk

As widely expected following the former World Champion’s announcement that he was parting ways with Adrien Bertin, FX Engines has officially announced that David Ronnefalk’s Xrays will be powered by the engines that come from the same factory in Trencin, Slovakia. Set-up as a passion project of Xray founder Juraj Hudy, it has been common for Xray’s star factory drivers to complete their package using FX Engines. When long time Xray factory driver Bruno Coelho made the return to 1:8 Offroad in 2017 he did so with the Slovakian made engines. Former World Champion Ty Tessman who was an Xray team driver for seven years before calling time of his career when he was dropped by the brand saw out the final two years of his contract as a FX Engines driver. With the announcement coinciding with the start of the 1:8 Offroad European Championship as the Ongaroring in Italy this week, commenting on the announcement Ronnefalk said, ‘I’m delighted to join FX Engines. The quality of the engine is of the highest standards in the industry offering leading performance in power, efficiency, driveability, consistency and easy to tune. I am looking forward to using these engines and what a better opportunity than the upcoming EFRA European Championship in Italy.

Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]

July 23, 2024

Yokomo RS1.0 Sway Bar Set

Yokomo have released a Front/Rear Sway bar set for its RS1.0 entry level 1:10 Electric Touring Car along with titanium turnbuckles sets for both the RS1.0 and their MD2.0 Drift Car. The sway bar set controls the roll of the RS1.0 and improves its turning performance on high-grip and other surfaces, enhancing overall driving performance. The set includes both front and rear stabilizers, featuring three types of stabilizer bars ranging from 1.2mm to 1.4mm. This allows for customizable setup according to your specific driving conditions. The new titanium turnbuckles are lightweight, have rust prevention properties, and performance enhancement capabilities.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]