March 7, 2023

ReveD RDX parts release

Japanese RC Drift car manufacturer ReveD has a number of new parts releases for its RDX chassis.  The line-up consists of 5 new items starting with an aluminium servo mount made with Shiny Wedge (SE) processing for more luxurious look but more importantly use of the mounts gives more precise steering inputs.  A set of 22mm length screws allows for extending the RDX suspension.  There are 42mm length suspension pins for using RD-300 suspension mount series and RD-002ASL front lower arm on the front of RDX.  Also offered is an aluminium ball bearing spacer for replacing the kit standard plastic spacer on RDX Rear hub carrier.  The latest parts release is completed by an 18mm turnbuckle made of light weight, but high rigid SPM Titanium.

Source: Rêve D [teamreved.com]


March 7, 2023

Xray XB8’23

Xray has released the 2023 iteration of their XB8 1:8 Nitro Buggy.  The latest chassis features all-new front & rear semi-split bulkhead with quick differential access without disassembling suspension and new front & rear diff height adjustment through eccentric bushings.  The central drivetrain angle and height adjustment has been Improved and a redesigned chassis for semi-split bulkheads increases traction via improved rear chassis flex. The front aluminium & rear graphite shock towers are redesigned. The front & rear lower suspension holders have new mounting position with the front upper suspension holder matching the new servo saver.  A redesigned wing holder fits the new semi-split rear bulkhead and the Wickerbill rear wing allows quick downforce adjustments and pre-marked airflow holes to reduce downforce.  The XB8 ’23 also gets a new 46/13 internal gear ratio and 14T clutch bell expands usable gear ratios.

View the full XB8 ’23 presentation here


March 6, 2023

Klinik RC S12-2 Slipper Eliminator Kit

Klinik RC has released this slipper eliminator kit for Sworkz S12-2 1:10 WD Buggy.  CNC Machined from 7075 T-6 alloy to be super lightweight yet rigid, this eliminator will lighten your drivetrain while applying every bit of power to the ground in your 21.5-13.5 Stock Buggy. Designed to be used with the rear slipper pad in place, this keeps the spur running true.

View Kit fitted here


March 4, 2023

Pro-Line 1:10 1967 Ford F-100

Pro-Line has released its latest body for blue-oval Scale Crawler fans, the classic 1967 Ford Trucks F-100. This officially licensed F-100 blends scale looks with competition-specific features to give your 12.3″ wheelbase crawler the best of both worlds on the trails or at your next comp crawl. The retro-classic truck has been carefully sculpted with realistic details that recreate the lines and squared-off style of this iconic truck. Oversized wheel openings and slightly tapered front and rear sections increase hill-scaling clearance, while the drop bed meets scale point rules.

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March 3, 2023

Inaugural MIBO International is GO!

1 Race, 2 Tracks, almost 250 entries, and tons of action – the inaugural MIBO International Race is GO with drivers easing themselves into the busy weekend schedule with an evening of free practice in Hrotovice, Czech Republic.  The central double sided drivers stand has had a constant flow of both onroad and offroad drivers since the 17:00 start, all eager to dial in their cars ahead of the five rounds of qualifying, four of which make up Saturday’s schedule.  In touring car a lap is running at 13-seconds while over on the the buggy track quick laps are running in the late 17-seconds for 4WD and mid 18-seconds for 2WD.

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March 3, 2023

ARC R8.4 1:8 Onroad Chassis

ARC has released its latest 1:8 Onroad Nitro racing chassis for the 2023 season, the R8.4.  Based on the R8.3, the R8.4 features numerous improvements to deliver a massive step in overall performance.  The car features an all-new chassis with a stiffer mid-section while they have lowered the engine position on the R8.2 LCG by removing the material below the engine area.  The new R8.4 chassis has no milling below the engine to help increase chassis hardness and improve rear side bite.  All-new lower suspension arms front and rear lower the suspension arm design is the result of extensive during the 2022 racing season in various traction levels around the world.  The new arms are thinner all around but features reinforced areas in the rear lower arm for better impact resistance.  They give significantly more corner speed and makes the car much easier to drive. These improved characteristics have been proven across various traction levels and at varying tire diameters.

More chassis details and images here


March 3, 2023

RSRC Kyosho MP10 gas cooler mount

Reno Savoya’s RSRC has produced this gas cooler mount for Kyosho MP10 1:8 Buggy.  With the reduction of the nitro rate used in fuels in Europe, engine efficiency is becoming something critical.  Cooling the exhaust gas going back to the fuel tank is actually a quick trick that can improve mileage and engine stability.  As it is always tough to find the right spot to fit the gas cooler on your car, so RSRC has designed a quick and easy mount for the Kyosho MP10. Made of Flex TPU for rubber-like flexibility it fits 12mm exhaust gas coolers and is sold separately.

View mount here


March 2, 2023

Mugen Seiki MBX8TR Truggy

Mugen Seiki has announced its new MBX8TR Nitro and Electric Truggy.  The MBX8TR has several new parts to increase stability, rear traction, improved jumping/landing, and to have more tuning options.  In the area of suspension,  new “C” and “D” suspension mounts now use square pills for increased tuning of toe-in and anti-squat. and geometry.  The front and rear arms use an impact resistant material for increased durability. Stiffer LW front and rear arms will be available as option parts for the MBX8TR. The rear uprights are also new for the MBX8TR. The molded uprights have CFRP plates to adjust the rear roll centre.  A new front shock tower and upper front arm mount uses new pivot inserts for increased tuneability.  The MBX8TR comes with a complete new 4 shoe clutch from Mugen Seiki.  This clutch was designed to be easy to work on and more tuneable than other 4 shoe clutches on the market and features a 34mm aluminium 4 shoe flywheel with removable steel pins.  It has a unique way of adjusting spring tension to tune the engagement to suit your engine, track conditions and personal preferences to optimise fuel consumption and performance.  The new vented 13T clutch bell, two carbon shoes, and two aluminium shoes are included in the MBX8TR kit.

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