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November 11, 2013

More JConcepts 1/10 black compound tyres

Following the introduction of the new mega soft black compound for the buggy Bar Codes, Double Dees, Pressure Points and 3Ds treads JConcepts now extend the line making the sticky compound available for a larger range of buggy tyres as well as for SC and 2.2″ truck rims also. Additions for 1/10th buggies see Double Dee 4WD fronts, Ribs 2WD fronts, Bar Codes V2 rears, 3Ds rears and Pressure Point rears. As for the short course trucks JC will have the Bar Codes, Pressure Points and 3Ds available plus the Pressure Point tread for 2.2″ race trucks.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

November 11, 2013

RDRP RB6 aluminium mid motor wing mount

Revolution Design Racing Products announce the soon release of the aluminium wing mount set for mid motor converted Kyosho RB6 buggies. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and coming black anodised the wing mount is not only a lot more durable than the kit parts but also makes for a more solid base especially for larger or heavier wings, meaning improved aerodynamic efficiency. It is a direct fit on the stock plastic shock tower and also perfectly matches with RDRP’s soon-to-be-released carbon fibre rear shock tower set. As usual the parts sport a stealthy black colour and laser-etched logos for a cool factory look.

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November 11, 2013

RB engine bearing tool set

German RB distributors RMV Deutschland introduce the RB Concept engine bearing tool set. Designed for swift and easy bearing insertion, the set allows to safely mount a variety of main bearing sizes including 11.5, 12, 13, 14, 14.2 and 14.5mm ball races. Also front bearings can be installed with ease and without having to fear any damage to the bearings or crankcase. The tool set comes in a handy storage case including comprehensive manual.

Source: RMV [rmv-deutschland.de]

November 11, 2013

KM Racing K8 1/8th on-road kit

KM Racing K8 1/8 on-road kit

1/10 200mm World Champions KM Racing release the first information on their forthcoming 1/8th nitro on-road car called the “Killer Eight” or K8 in short. The chassis features a super low centre of gravity design with the top deck sitting only 25mm above the main chassis, having all components mounted as low as possible. The carbon fibre upper deck is a slotted design in the steering area for added front end flex while the receiver battery is not located underneath the fuel tank but on the left side for an improved left-to-right chassis balance. Other design cues include a special centre weight system for swift and easy weight distribution and all-up weight changes and the kit includes the option of running a standard blade or wire-type front anti-roll bar. No release date is mentioned yet but KM Racing mentions the kit is “coming soon”.

Source: KM [km-rc.com]

November 10, 2013

Tourex Big-Speed Performance clutches

New from Tourex is the Big-Speed Performance clutches for large scale gas-powered vehicles. Building on the winning heritage of the Tourex Speed 2.5 and Truggy Extended 1/8 scale clutches the adjustable 3-shoe Big-Speed Performance clutches offer a 3-pin design with optimised springs and clutch shoes in order to create the best possible performance. Available as carbon and aluminium variant the Big-Speed Performance is available with three different spring for your choice of RPM ranges.

Source: Area52 [area52.cc]

November 9, 2013

RDRP RB6 aluminium servo mount set

Made for the Kyosho RB6 2WD buggy are these Revolution Design Racing Products aluminium servo mounts. Made from aircraft-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming stealth black anodised the parts are designed to replace the kit’s plastic servo mounts with more rigid and better looking parts. The brackets are of a universal fit most of today’s standard-size servos, they come as pair, are laser etched with RB6 logos and they fit the new Kyosho RT6 stadium truck as well.

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November 9, 2013

VBC Racing Ghost scale spec touring car

VBC Racing Ghost spec class touring car

VBC Racing have introduced the Ghost scale spec, an all new platform designed for Scale Spec touring car class. The Ghost is essentially a competition touring car with some different materials to keep the costs down and as such has an ultra low CofG, a FRP 3mm chassis and 2mm upper deck that provide more linear flex response and better weight balance as well as a dual crank steering system with a low CofG design for better handling. In terms of materials there is full aluminium 7075 bulkheads, motor mount, turnbuckles and ball connectors and it comes with a front spool and rear gear differential. The floating aluminium 7075 center servo mount is standard equipment as are front and rear sway bars and aluminium 7075 shocks with TBB shock shaft and springs.

View more images of the Ghost here

November 8, 2013

Updated Velox V8 front CVD driveshafts

Shepherd introduce an updated and optimized version of the front CVD driveshaft for the Velox V8. The new shaft is made from high quality spring steel and sport an engraved Shepherd logo. In addition to the updated material the shaft also received a design make-over with a smoother transition between the actual shaft and the ball-shaped coupler housing in order to improve durability. The new version is available from now on and it will be included in the kits as a running change as well.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]