New from Roche is their high-quality fabric pit. The mat measures 100x60cm and it is only 0.3mm thick while still offering a non-slip rubber layer for secure positioning on the pit table or work bench. The pit mat is made of black material and it features a colourful Roche logo.
Roche have announced the release of a new carbon fibre rear brace for the Rapide F1 Evo2 kit as well as a set of oil slick finish M3 motor mounting screws. Staring with the rear brace, the part is machined from high-quality 2.5mm carbon fibre and it will reduce tweaking and twisting of the rear pod, improving traction in lower grip conditions. As for the M3 motor mounting screws, these are made of high-quality Grade 5 titanium, they offer a 3mm neck and are 8mm long. A rainbow oil slick finish makes for a cool look. The fasteners come as pairs.
Roche have announced the release of new narrow lower front arms for the Rapide F1 Evo2 formula car. Crud from high-quality 2.5mm carbon fibre the arms decrease the front track width by 4mm and they are recommended when running wide front tyres such as ones from Ride and Hudy. The set includes the lower arms as well as the upper camber plate.
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Roche have introduced a new option part for the P12 Evo 1/12th scale pan car kit in the form of a -0.5mm lower centre pivot mount. The set includes a centre pivot mount machined from Delrin material for smooth suspension movement while the matching pivot ball mount is made of black anodised aluminium. Both parts are compatible with the optional sliding design lower pod plate and due to their -0.5mm roll centre specification, they make for increased rear end stability and reduced steering in the middle and exit of a corner.
Roche RC USA have announced the release of a new spool version wheel hub for the Rapide P12 Evo 1/12th scale pan car kit. The part is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes black anodised for surface protection and its design makes for low rotating masses when using the diff-less spool rear axle. Includes with the hub comes a lightweight yet sturdy screw for the hub clamp.
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Roche have announced the soon release of first optionals for their Rapide F1 Evo2 formula car kit. The range will include an aluminium main chassis, a flex upper deck as well as alternative suspension inserts such as the 6/8.5 caster insert or the 1/1 aluminium steering arm position adjuster. The alloy chassis will come in handy especially in high-grip track conditions while the flex upper deck allows to adjust the overall chassis flex both with the carbon fibre or aluminium chassis. The caster and steering arm position inserts will allow to fine-tune the suspension settings if conditions are calling for it. More parts will be released in the near future.
Roche have announced the soon release of their Rapide F1 Evo2 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. The latest incarnation will feature a new design main chassis, lower pod and rear pod plate as well as an updated battery mount. The chassis allows for ±5mm wheelbase adjustment of the front suspension while the redesigned top deck optimizes on-power chassis flex and support. In addition it offers two centre shock positions. Also new with the Evo2 is a redesigned 7075 aluminium front bulkhead to connect the upper and lower arms while the servo mount allows to shift the servo for weight bias adjustment purposes. Other features include a new design steering arm mount for easier Ackermann adjustment, a new caster and camber mount plate allows for five different camber and four caster angle settings, and a new DVS-V3 centre shock ensures quick rear droop adjustments. The kit is rounded out by a new design side tube friction damper, a new design motor mount in a 2-tone design, and a new centre pivot system. An independent rear wing mount with seven wing heigh adjustments is the icing on the cake. The kit is set for a release in mid-April.
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Roche have announced the release of several new optional parts for the Rapide P12 Evo 1/12th scale pan car kit. The range includes a 5-piece set of titanium turnbuckles in a cool rainbow/oil slick finish, a 4-piece set of 0.5mm carbon fibre front upper bulkhead adjustment shims as well as a 2-piece set of front lower pivot balls. The latter features an inner 0.5mm recess for the spring, allowing for additional roll centre adjustments. Last but not least comes a large hard urethane foam bumper.
