March 3, 2014

Pro-Line Pro-2 Buggy – Preview

Pro-Line Pro-2 Buggy – Preview

Pro-Line Racing have just released this teaser image of their forthcoming Pro-2 buggy conversion kit for the Pro-2 short course truck. It is understood that the set will contain several parts to trim the Pro-2 SC into a full blown desert buggy. Also Traxxas Slash 2WD trucks can be upgraded using the Pro-2 buggy set although this requires some other parts such as the Performance transmission and more. Detailed information about the buggy conversion will become available very soon.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]


March 3, 2014

WRC STX graphite shock parts

WRC STX graphite shock parts

WRC introduce new composite shock parts for the STX 2014 touring car. Moulded from graphite reinforced material the parts are very hard and they offer a higher crash resistance than the stock plastics. Included are four upper shock mounts with bleeding hole, four spring retainers and four lower ball cups.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]


March 3, 2014

PSM B-Max4 III carbon fibre chassis plate

PSM B-Max4 III carbon fibre chassis plate

German company PSM introduce this carbon fibre main chassis plate for the Yokomo B-Max III 4WD buggy. CNC-machined from 2.5mm glossy finish carbon fibre the part weights in at only 73.5g and therefore it is some 55g lighter than the kit’s aluminium chassis plate. Offering higher flexibility than its alloy counterpart the chassis is suggested for outdoor use and it comes with two additional carbon chassis stiffeners.

Source: PSM [psm-rc.com]


March 2, 2014

ZZRacing titanium & stainless steel screw kits

ZZRacing titanium & stainless steel screw kits

ZZRacing have new titanium and stainless steel hex socket screw kits available for a variety of chassis such as the Serpent SRX2, the Tamiya TRF418, Hot Bodies R10 and Team Associated B5. There are also coming kits for the Xray XB4 2014, XB4 2WD as well as the Team Durango DETC410 and DEX210v2. The sets are made as a direct replacement for the stock steel screws, they save weight, add durability and a certain amount of bling to the chassis.

Source: ZZRacing [zzracing.net]


March 1, 2014

More Team Associated TC6 series option parts

More Team Associated TC6 series option parts

Following the introduction of the DCV double joint driveshafts, Team Associated have more optional parts for the TC6.1 and TC6.2 touring car available. First up is a fan mount set suitable for all TC6 series cars up to the current TC6.2. Using a fan for additional motor cooling duties is helpful when racing both modified and stock motors or when racing in high ambient temperatures. Included is a fan, a blue anodised aluminium mounting bracket and hardware.

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March 1, 2014

Duratrax black Pit Tech stands

Duratrax black Pit Tech stands

Duratrax now have their Pit Stand line of car, tool and shock stands available in black colour too. In addition to the already existing blue versions, the new, dark colour variants sport the same features such as a sturdy, high-impact construction from polystyrene and aluminium, and the stands can be stored flat when not in use saving workbench and pit bag space. Available are four different variants for cars, trucks, tools and shock absorbers.

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February 28, 2014

O.S. 21XZ-B VII buggy engine

O.S. 21XZ-B VII buggy engine

New from O.S. comes the 21XZ-B VII competition buggy engine. Sharing the same liner, piston and conrod as the Speed version the engine’s output is comparable to the Speed Spec II but the price tag is more aimed towards the regional and national level racer. The engine features a 22B2 single needle carburettor with 7mm venturi insert, a silicone-filled crankshaft with tungsten counter weights and a blue anodised low-profile cooling head with lightening holes for reduced weight.

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February 28, 2014

Team Associated TC6 series DCV driveshafts

Team Associated TC6 series DCV driveshafts

Team Associated introduce these DCV double joint driveshafts for the TC6.1 and TC6.2. The dual joint design improves the efficiency and eliminates most of the unwanted wheel chatter at high steering angles. All parts are also available separately for easy service and maintenance.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]


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