March 19, 2018

SWorkz introduce new OS-made glow plugs

SWorkz have introduced two new Turbo-style glow plugs made by O.S. Engines. Coming under the SWorkz brand is the ST3, an off-road glow plug similar to the O.S. R3, while the SPower brand ST7 on-road plug is comparable to the O.S. PR7. Both are available in several packing formats from now on.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]


March 18, 2018

SWorkz S35-3 series swaybar sets

Coming from SWorkz and made for the S35-3 series kits are front and rear swaybar sets. The front kit includes a total of eight different anti-roll bar wire, from 2.0mm up to 2.8mm, while the rear set compromises of six different wires from 2.4mm up to 3.0mm. The wires sport laser-engraved markings for easy identification and they are a direct fit on all S35-3 vehicles.

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March 16, 2018

Bittydesign JP8 190mm high downforce TC body shell

Italian company Bittydesign have introduced their all-new JP8 high downforce body shell for 190mm touring cars. The lid offers a modern, aggressive styling with a long, flowing front end for increased downforce and steering response while the rear end sports two fins that span from the rear window over to the rear wing, ensuring improved stability at high speeds while still granting lots of rotation going into corners. The EFRA, ROAR and IFMAR homologated body was developed for both asphalt and carpet tracks and it is usable for Modified and Stock racing alike. A special moulding process ensures an excellent weight to durability ratio and the body comes clear, including window masks, decal sheets and lightweight wing mounting hardware. For now the body is available in an un-cut lightweight version.

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March 16, 2018

JConcepts Ryan Maifield Momentum car stand

Coming from JConcepts is the new Ryan Mayfield Momentum car stand. The RM signature edition car stand is formed in durable material and sports a matte black finish, making it handy, lightweight and stylish. The stand has a rectangular build with sturdy base which fits a large variety of 1/10th and 1/8th scale vehicles. The shape is ergonomic allowing drivers to pick-up the stand using one hand while the vehicle is still in place. Cut-out sections on the stand help rigidity and helps build a muscular physique. The item includes a thick foam pad which installs in the upper recess located on upper ring. A full RM decal sheet is included which features a number of panels to fully trick out the look. The graphical theme is based on the iconic Maifield paint scheme using an array of blues, red, silver and charcoal colouring. One side shows a 1/10th off-road buggy celebrating the IFMAR World Championship titles and the other shows off the 1/8th buggy and a classic Maifield trackside interview quote about the difficulty of racing.

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March 16, 2018

Capricorn TE-03 USA version touring car kit

Capricorn have introduced their new TE-03 USA version electric touring car kit. Intended especially for racing in high to very high traction conditions, the kit comes including a stiffer aluminium chassis for improved stability, traction and drivability on US carpet.

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March 16, 2018

Xray XB8 medium hardness front suspension arms

Coming from Xray and made for the XB8 series of cars are medium stiffness front suspension arms. The parts are moulded from a special medium hardness compound that offers both rigidity and durability for demanding track conditions with the arms being best used on dusty, lower grip tracks. The arms are usable on the left or right hand side and they come separately.

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March 16, 2018

1up Racing curved steel CA glue tips

1up Racing’s new curved steel glue tips were developed to being a universal fit while being easy to unclog for extended use. The glue tips are for the use with medium to thick viscosity CA glue and come in 10-piece packs.

Source: 1up Racing [1upracing.com]


March 16, 2018

Yeah Racing 12-spoke 2.2” beadlock crawler wheel

Yeah Racing have introduced their new 12-spoke beadlock crawler wheel for 2.2” tyres. Machined from aluminium and coming in a stealth black finish the wheel offers the perfect blend of weight and stability and it is usable with most 2.2” trail truck and crawler tyres. The wheels come as pair and include black wheel hubs.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]