T-Works have introduced a range of aluminium shock standoffs for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 kits. Available as 4-piece standard length as well as 2-piece +4mm and +5mm sets, the standoffs are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard anodised for wear and looks. Includes with the shock mounts also come suitable screws.
View the +4mm and +5mm standoffs here
BMT have released the new Evo3 aluminium main chassis plate for their 984 1/8th scale on-road kit. The chassis is machined from a different alloy material than the previous plates, making for different flex characteristics and thus improved traction. An updated front section shape and removable insert will increase front end rigidity and the item comes black anodised and it is a direct fit on the 984 Evo kit.
Source: BMT [bmt-team.com]
Following a first teaser Protoform have officially introduced their all-new 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 VTA body shell. Winner of the 1969 Trans-Am series championship with Mark Donohue at the wheel, the 1969 Camaro Z28 tore up both the streets and tracks with pure American V8 power. Protoform have captured its iconic look in 1/10th scale complete with deep-set grille and headlights, side louvers and triple-lens tail lights. The shell is pulled from a single piece of high-quality polycarbonate while still maintaining realistic front and rear undercuts. No more add-on front or rear clips are to assemble. The officially-licensed body meets all VTA class rules and includes a detailed decal sheet, protective overspray film and window masks.
Team Associated have introduced their new MT28 1/28th scale mini ready-to-run monster truck. This no-nonsense pint-sized monster truck sports eye-catching graphics and drives smooth thanks to its powerful electric motor and capable drivetrain. The included 2.4 GHz transmitter gives the driver complete control through and over obstacles with ease and with the increased ground clearance and rubber tyres, the truck offer exceptional handling for its size. And when the offroad thrills exhaust the vehicle’s integrated battery, the convenient built-in transmitter charger makes it easy to get back to full power in less than an hour. A built-in rechargeable battery and 4 AAs are already included in the box.
View a list of the features and more images here
Coming from Ultimate Racing are new conical 16mm shock pistons for a range of 1/8th off-road kits. Available as blue-colour 1.3mm and red-colour 1.2mm variants, both are of an angled 8-hole design that help with smooth overall damper action and improved pack while landing jumps. The shock pistons come in sets of two each and they are usable for most 16mm inner diameter shock absorbers.
Coming from Destiny and made for the RX-10SR touring car are new 1-piece FR Type A and Type B suspension mounts. The solid mounts are designed to replace the standard 2-piece suspension hangers with either lightweight aluminium or heavy brass items in order to fine-tune both chassis flex and weight bias. The mounts are available separately and they come with engraved markings for easy identification.
View the other suspension mounts here
Coming from HRC Distribution is the new HRC Racing 3S 6000mAh softcase LiPo battery pack. The battery is usable in all applications that require increased voltage, such as monster or outlaw short course trucks. The pack measures a compact 133x43x27mm, weighs in at 335g and fits most 2S LiPo battery compartments. It is built from 50C/100C cells, offers 11.1V output and it is available with T-type or XT90 connectors.
Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]
Muchmore have introduced their new Impact LCG HV FD3 3800mAh competition shorty LiPo battery pack. The power source measures 95.8×46.8×22.5mm and the battery’s low-profile design makes for an overall lower centre of gravity while the somewhat high capacity of 3800mAh gives ample running time even for power-hungry classes. The high voltage battery is built from high-grade 120C cells, it weighs in at a lightweight 186g and will hit stores soon.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
