August 1, 2018

JConcepts T6.1 F2 truck body shell

JConcepts’ popular F2 buggy body shell design is now also available for the Team Associated T6.1 stadium truck. One of the key features is an arrow based design where the front is much narrower than the rear. While viewed from the top down, the F2 body has increased clearance in the front-end for tyres shown to rub against the stock body during hard cornering or while running in high-traction conditions. The narrower front-end appears on-point and with an all-new grille and headlight layout with four included grille options. The imprint of the nose draws in the truck enthusiast without giving up on the futuristic twist and Finnisher heritage. Protecting the front shock tower area is done with a traditional shape but contains new louver positioning and available air-release features located just in front of the main cab. The cab is important, not only for performance but to set off the F2 design with angular roof and parallel window design. The popular dual side-window treatment has been once again incorporated into the design for maximum coverage. The new body includes the traditional Finnisher “V step-downs” in the bed area which makes it identifiable to the savvy racer. Rear shock tower humps allow plenty of clearance for a front or rear shock configuration which is a common adjustment on the T6.1 race truck. The tail of the body has been lowered with an upper and lower transition making the rear a more durable piece even with light-weight materials. The F2 includes two spoilers, one for high-bite conditions and another taller version for low or medium bite conditions. The spoilers are durable and with proper trimming and included hardware bolt directly to the back of the new shell. A slight flare to each wheel well gives some structure and rigidness to the panels and fine details the design. Between the wheel wells an F2 specific, double drop treatment has been chiseled and tucked into the hourglass shape of the rear-end. The double drop blends into a rocker panel body line which provides some stability to the layout and provides that all-important chassis clearance. As usual the body comes made of clear high-quality polycarbonate and including overspray film and window masks.

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July 31, 2018

Team Associated Factory Team body reamer

Team Associated have introduced their new Factory Team body reamer. The extruded, lightweight body ensures good grip and hole diameters laser-etched in the tip give full control over the hole diameter. A protective metal cap guarantees safe and convenient storage and transportation and the sturdy, all-metal construction and attractive black finish with Factory Team logo let the tool stand out.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]


July 31, 2018

Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer Pro-Scale LED light kit

Coming from Traxxas and made for the Unlimited Desert Racer is the Pro-Scale High Intensity LED light kit. The included Traxxas High Voltage Amplifier packs the muscle to efficiently power the 204 individual LEDs in the kit while minimising losses from excessive current and heat. The tightly regulated output provides stable lighting performance, without flickering or dimming as the battery voltage changes. In another Traxxas first, the smart brake lights work when brakes are applied in both forward and reverse directions. This eliminates the common problem with generic aftermarket systems that turn on the brake lights while reversing. The kit includes dual straight LED bumper-mounted LED light bars, a curved roof light bar, multifunction red and amber brake light/class light bar, a high-voltage 8-channel power amplifier for intense, brilliant LED lighting, and a regulated output for stable lighting performance with no flickering or dimming as the battery voltage changes. Rather than draw valuable power away from the BEC, the power amplifier uses the Power Port on the VXL-6s ESC to tap power directly from the batteries. The power amplifier transforms and regulates battery current to for reliable high-power performance. Three different lighting modes on the amplifier let owners control which lights illuminate. The Traxxas Link App helps to further customise the lighting modes to the required specifications or to turn the lights on and off directly in the app. The kit includes all mounting hardware to make installation a breeze. The LED Light Bar Kit comes as a complete set or as individual components allowing Desert Racer owners to select the exact setup to meet their needs.

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July 31, 2018

PSM B6.1 series front shock towers

PSM from Germany have introduced their new carbon fibre shock towers for the Team Associated B6.1 series of 2WD buggies. Available in two variants for the B6.1 and B6.1D, both shock stays offer a refined suspension geometry and +1mm forward shock alignment for improved performance on the specific surfaces. The weight-optimised shock towers sport a reinforced design for optimised durability and low weight and they are cut from high-quality 5mm carbon fibre.

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July 31, 2018

Arrowmax 1/32 Mini 4WD rim remover

Coming from Arrowmax is their new professional Tamiya 1/32 Mini 4WD series rim remover. The handy tool allows for hassle-free rim removal on Tamiya’s popular 1/32 Mini 4WD cars and it is made of black anodised aluminium and sports Arrowmax’s signature honeycomb design and black/golden colours.

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July 31, 2018

Yeah Racing Hackslider mini drifting gyro

Yeah Racing have introduced their new Hackslider mini drifting gyro for Kyosho Mini-Z and 1/10th scale vehicles. Measuring only 15x21x8.mm and weighing in at 3.5g the gyroscope is easily mounted on the small Mini-Z vehicles, utilising the standard connectors or using the supplied adapter wires for larger 1/10th vehicles. The gyro is usable with standard and digital servos, it is fully adjustable, using on-board programming or a third transmitter channel, and it ensures a perfect drift angle through the corners thanks to a pre-loaded, customised firmware.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]


July 31, 2018

Capricorn LAB C8SR aluminium motor spacer

Capricorn have introduced an aluminium motor spacer for the LAB C8SR 1/8th stock chassis and similar cars. The spacer is machined from aluminium and its heatsink design will ensure lower operation temperatures of the motor with the latter also being located closer towards the centre of the chassis for an optimised weight balance. In addition the spacer’s multi-hole design allows to rotate the motor to achieve better access to the soldering terminals.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


July 31, 2018

Yokomo release new YZ-4 & YD-2 optionals

Coming from Yokomo are new option parts for the YZ-4 buggy, YD-2 drift car and the Racing Performer motor series. First up are aluminium 8 degrees C-hubs for the YZ-4 4WD buggy. Offering a lower caster angle than stock the hubs increased steering response and tuning capabilities on dirt surfaces. The parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come black anodised and with machined silver edge details. Also new is a ceramic ball bearing set for the YD-2 series of drift cars. It includes six 1050 and two 1150 gearbox bearings that will greatly reduce natural friction for improved throttle response and top speed. Last but not least is a precision bearing set for the M3, M4 and D1 Racing Performer motor series. Included are a front and a rear bearing whose high precision will ensure a more efficient performance for better acceleration, top speed and durability.

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