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November 16, 2022

Grand Prix 3D Masami “Stealth” RC10GX

Grand Prix 3D brings you the missing link in our R/C off-road racing history – the iconic 1989 IFMAR Worlds “Stealth” RC10GX Team Associated prototype that Masami Hirosaka drove to the World Championship at the famed St Ives track all the way down-under here in Australia. This replica conversion kit is available now. The kit contains recreations of all the unique/prototype parts as per the original Stealth car. The chassis and top-deck is made from 3k plain weave matte finish UD core carbon fibre, with the 30 degree angle formed into the chassis nose kick-up!! Also both shock towers are included in FR4 natural green fibreglass to mimic the original pale colour. All the plastic parts are 3D printed using PCBlend-natural colour for the suspension arms, rear bulkhead, battery cups and various other parts – this material is amazing in strength/impact resistance and an almost perfect colour match to the original Associated nylon.

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November 15, 2022

Awesomatix AM23-R Rear Steering Arm

Awesomatix has released a new rear steering arm for their A800 touring car platform. The new AM23-R version is longer compared to the previous AM23-1 Rear Steering Arm. This feature reduces the free play of the rear toe and improves ARS characteristics. The improved characteristics of the ARS helps with better mid-corner steering and reduce the risk of snap oversteer during load changes. Awesomatix recommend to use 0.5mm less bumpsteer shims, to keep the same ARS action as with AM23-1.

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November 15, 2022

Arena RC Racing X4 ’23 Carbon Parts

Arena RC Racing have announced the release of carbon parts for Xray’s X4 ’23 Touring Car. The Split Front 2.0mm Graphite Upper Deck gives increased initial response and is suitable for medium to high traction conditions. The Split Rear 2.0mm Graphite Upper Deck provides a little extra flex making it suitable for a wider range of conditions. The other new offering are Graphite Protectors for X4 Composite Hub that are made from 2.0mm graphite and replace the washer for protection of your hub.

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November 15, 2022

Batlle confirms departure from Mugen

Former World Champion Robert Batlle has announced his much anticipated departure from Mugen, a combination that triumphed at the 2012 IFMAR 1:8 Buggy World Championships in Argentina. The Spaniard’s announcement ends a lengthy and fruitful 12-year stint with the Japanese manufacturer. Batlle made the announcement on his Facebook page in an open message to Mugen.

Read Batlle ‘Letter to Mugen’ here

November 14, 2022

Yokomo BD11 US Style Aluminium Chassis Kit

Yokomo is now offering their successful BD11 in a new American-spec chassis kit equipped with a new hard aluminium main chassis. The 2mm-thick high-strength aluminium main chassis is a solid spec, with no cutting of any parts to reduce weight. The strength of the chassis improves stability and lowers the centre of gravity, making it ideal for the ultra high-grip surfaces found in American indoor racing. It optimises steering response for smooth driving and prevents high-sides caused by over-grip. The US aluminium chassis version also features suspension tuning to match the rigidity of the main chassis, with 2.1-2.4 progressive springs installed in the front and 1.3mm front and rear sway bars made of a new material. In addition, a new rear belt tensioner has been installed to prevent the belt from jumping teeth during sudden acceleration, making it possible to be fully prepared for driving on high-grip surfaces.

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November 14, 2022

Yokomo GT1 Lightweight Graphite Parts

Following the recent launch of their much applauded new GT1, a car that was conceived as starting point for bringing new people into RC racing, Yokomo is now offering some lightweight graphite parts for the simple 1:12 chassis. By replacing the standard FRP plates with carbon ones, the car’s weight can be reduced and the rigidity can be increased. Offering a lower chassis, upper chassis, rear bulkhead plate and body mount plate, they will dramatically increase the performance of the car, and at the same time, will give the car a racing look. The main chassis is made of 2.4mm thick material to increase pitching rigidity while minimising roll rigidity for easy manoeuvrability. The side slits, which serve as the rear suspension, are also longer than standard to provide supple suspension operation.

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November 13, 2022

R1 Wurks DC1 Lay-down Transmission

R1 Wurks has released a new lay-down transmission for their DC1 Drag Car. The transmission is made in house at R1 Wurks HQ in California and is machined out from 7075 Aluminium. The lightweight lay-down transmission, features a low centre of gravity design, weighing in a 69.28grams. R1 Wurks have eliminated the shock-tower mount and adapter and they have removed the camber link mount and created a direct connection to the transmission itself. This kit includes the new shock-tower that mounts directly to the back of the transmission. This new transmission mounts seamlessly to the existing DC1 Chassis with no modification required. The kit includes transmission, shock tower, shim kit, 3mm, 8mm, & 14mm screws.

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November 11, 2022

VP Pro Monster Truck Recreational Tyre

Following the recent release of the Bull Dog tyre for 1:8 Buggy and Truggy, VP Pro has added a Monster Truck tyre to the range aimed at the recreational user. VP-1107 is produced from medium compound long wear rubber making it perfect for RTR and Bashers. Paired with a durable closed cell inserts, the pre-glued tyre is available mounted on black or white rims and comes as a bag of four ready to use tyres.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]