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February 8, 2017

THR B6-series polycarbonate tower protectors

UK company Tudor-Hart Racing have introduced clear polycarbonate shock tower protectors for the Team Associated B6 and B6D. CNC-machined from 5mm material the protectors fit snugly over the front and rear shock towers using the standard bolts included with the kits. The snug fit also means they don’t get in the way of any front or rear wings that may be fitted. The shock tower protectors are available as a pair or singularly, and will fit the front and rear kit towers for both the B6 and B6D.

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February 8, 2017

Protoform BMR-12.1 body & pre-cut TC wing endplates

Protoform have introduced the new BMR-12.1 1/12th scale pan car bodyshell and a set of pre-cut touring car wing endplates. Starting with the body, the BMR-12.1 is based off of the BMR-12 but offers enhanced mid-corner steering for those high-grip tracks. The body also misses the centre fin and a new rear trim line greatly increases rotation. Usable in Modified and Stock classes alike the body also features a front splitter and enhanced dive planes on the front fenders for increased front end rigidity and reduced body rubbing. The BMR-12.1 fits all EFRA/IFMAR, BRCA, ROAR and JMRCA body specs and is offered in both light weight .020″ Lexan for experts and regular weight .030″ for novices.

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February 7, 2017

JConcepts introduce updated XB2 S2 buggy bodyshell

JConcepts have introduced an updated version of the S2 body the Xray XB2 2WD buggy. Since the 2017 version of the buggy has a 3-gear lay down transmission, JConcepts opted to update the body mould so it is compatible with the vehicle update and so the XB2 S2 body is now compatible with the 3-gear stand-up and both the 3 and 4-gear laydown transmission configurations.

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February 7, 2017

ProStar B6 blue carbon kevlar shock towers

Coming soon from ProStar R/C are blue carbon kevlar shock towers for the Team Associated B6 and B6D buggy. The 4mm thickness shock stays are made using blue carbon fibre and tough kevlar strands to up durability and looks. The towers are available as set and they come as gull wing or flat-type front and short or tall rear option, allowing to mix and match a set purpose-selected for your vehicle.

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February 6, 2017

VRP E817 3.5 degree rear toe block

Vision Racing Products have introduced a 3.5 degree toe-in rear suspension block for the HB Racing E817 1/8th E-buggy. The part is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes black anodized and helps to make for a more planted rear end. The straight block locks into the chassis like the standard block, but uses a delrin spacer to take the place of the rectangle section that is locked down to the chassis.

Source: VRP [visionracingproducts.com]

February 6, 2017

Maverick Strada Red brushless RTR kits

Maverick have introduced the new Strada Red line of brushless RTR vehicles. Based off of the standard brushed variants the Strada Red line-up of cars and trucks all feature a brushless electronics group that includes the MM-22BL 3215KV brushless motor, which is fitted with a black laser-etched case and 4mm gold-plated plugs, plus the MSC-30BL-WP brushless waterproof ESC. Each Strada Red vehicle features a moulded tub chassis that provides durability and a stable and tough platform for a strong 4WD shaft drivetrain. Pre-built oil-filled shock absorbers and dual-wishbone independent suspension front and rear are part of the features list as is the MS-22 servo that is coupled to the dual-point steering system that features an integrated servo saver to protect the servo against crash damage. Other features include full ball bearings, gear differentials, a moulded spur gear cover and pre-mounted tyres as well as pre-decorated red-colour bodyshells. The range includes the XB buggy, XT truck, MT monster truck, TC touring car, SC short course truck, DC drift car, RX rally car and DT electric desert truck.

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February 6, 2017

Gizmo GZ1 2017 electric touring car kit

Gizmo Racing USA have introduced the 2017 variant of the GZ1 electric touring car. The latest variant has been refined to an all-new level, making it more adjustable, more durable and easier to drive. The GZ1 2017 still features the patented 2-main-gear drivetrain system, which makes is possible to have a 100 percent centred drivetrain and it features a new chassis and redesigned side rails, all cut from premium 2.0mm quasi isotropic carbon fibre. The 2017 version chassis has a new shape that is narrower at the sides and especially at the droop screw locations, which allows for a more natural roll characteristic with less chassis drag. Also new are the patented one-piece vertically mounted top decks for increased stiffness. These new pieces now integrate the option to run two more posts in between the two vertical rails to adjust the car’s overall stiffness and change the flex points.

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February 4, 2017

T-Works MTX-5/6 hard-coated aluminium pivot balls

T-Works have introduced several sets of aluminium pivot balls for Mugen’s MTX-6 and MTX-5 series of cars. Available are 6mm anti-roll bar pivot balls, as well as flanged 5mm, 6mm and 7mm variants with internal hexes for easy assembly. The ball ends are available as pairs and also as a complete 26-piece set, fitting the MTX-6R, MTX-6 and MTX-5. All parts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard-anodised for wear.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]