TOP Racing introduce these optional offset front axles for the Rebel R-F01 formula chassis. The parts relocate the wheel axles in relation to the king pin to make for a different steering feeling and response that some track conditions may ask for.
Source: TOP [top-racing.jp]
Asian option parts company Hiro Seiko introduce their new 7075-T6 aluminium hex screws. Available with button and flat head the fasteners are significantly lighter than steel screws, reduce the overall weight of the chassis and come in Tamiya blue, Yokomo blue, orange, red and purple colour. Both screw types comes with M3 thread and in 6mm, 8mm, 10mm and 12mm length.
Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]
Phat Bodies introduce the Gohuwj body shell for the Team Associated B44 and B44.1. The body sports an aggressive design with a forward placed cab, pronounced side pods and a specially shaped rear to channel more air toward the rear wing. Made from high quality polycarbonate the body comes with overspray film and Phat stickers.
Source: Phat Bodies [phatbodies.bigcartel.com]
Xtreme Racing have released new option parts for the Kyosho MP9 TKI2 1/8th buggy. Available are a carbon fibre servo tray and also a transponder mount. The servo tray is cut from 2.5mm carbon fibre and replaces the aluminium kit part while the 2.0mm transponder mount does away with the kit’s plastic part. According to Xtreme Racing the parts are also usable on the TKI3 kit.
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Avid introduce two new option part for the Team Associated RC8.2 platform in the form of adjustable aluminium rear hubs and a rear chassis brace support. The aluminium rear hubs incorporate many adjustments available for the first time on the RC8 platform. First, the hubs feature 3.5mm thick carbon fibre mounting towers which can be flipped to have a total of 8 possible upper link locations for fine-tuning. Secondly, the rear hinge pin pivots on machined delrin inserts which can be flipped or changed to get 1 of 4 possible axle height locations in 1mm increments. The hubs are made of 7075 aluminium and then machined with the signature machined highlight. Each set includes two aluminium hubs, four hub towers, four standard hub inserts, four mid hub inserts, mounting hardware and an Avid mini decal sheet.
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JConcepts introduce the Finnisher design body shell for the Yokomo B-Max2 buggy. The cab forward body is a direct replacement for the kit shell and features an increased windshield angle for better jumping characteristics and an increased steering feeling. The side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralize the at-speed handling. The rear of the cab has a new step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also a louver which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. Included come two 6.5″ wide hi-clearance wings window masks and decal sheet.
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VP Pro is working on a belted 1/8th GT tire as this rendering reveals. Currently in testing stages the on-road tire will come with an inner reinforcement for added stability and durability and comes with a unique black or white wheel. No word on an exact release date yet but we were told the tire will become available soon.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
Racers Edge now have a line of aluminium and carbon fibre option parts available for their Pro 2 short course truck. Available are a front and rear carbon fibre shock tower as well as rear chassis plate to increase stiffness over the stock plastic parts for a more efficient working suspension and a more predictive handling. The multi angle castor blocks and rear hubs increase the durability of the truck and aid in fine-tuning the setup. Other aluminium parts available include clamp-type wheel hexes, aluminium rear suspension mounts and a front bulkhead.
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