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December 18, 2019

Bittydesign S35-3E Vision body shell

Coming from Bittydesign and made for the SWorkz S35-3E 1/8th electric buggy is the new Vision body shell. The lid is of a refined design that makes the buggy easier to drive thanks to optimised balance while the special cabin shape improving cornering speeds. Not being left out is the overall design with the Vision featuring signature, futuristic lines that also leave ample room for the car’s battery. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm thick Lexan polycarbonate, it comes clear, including window masks and a decal sheet and readily cut-out including body mount holes for an instant fit.

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December 16, 2019

RC-Project S35-3 series Valente Edition V2 steering kit

Coming from RC-Project and made for the SWorkz S35-3 series of vehicles is the Valente Edition V2 Ackermann steering kit. The set was developed to optimise the steering characteristics of the vehicles for more consistent cornering and increased cornering speed while optimising entry and mid-corner bump handling. Part of the package are redesigned outer steering spindle plates that offer two different steering link positions, the standard “S” marked position for high-grip and a new aggressive “A” geometry for slippery tracks. The set is machined from high-quality 7075-T6 Ergal material, the parts come with a red surface coating for wear and looks and also included are Reverse-type pivot balls whose updated geometry fine-tune the whole steering system. The set is usable for the S35-3, S35-3E, and S35-GT kits.

Source: RC-Project [rc-project.it]

December 13, 2019

Bittydesign S35-3 Vision buggy body shell

Bittydesign have introduced their new Vision body shell for the SWorkz S35-3 1/8th scale buggy. The shell features a new cabin design for increased corner speeds while the roof and slightly angled rear area design ensure a perfectly blended balance. The rear side flaps of the futuristically shaped body improve airflow towards the rear wing, ensuring optimised downforce and thus quicker lap times. The body comes pre-cut including the outer cutting lines and body clip holes, it is made of 1mm genuine Lexan material and includes window masks and a decal sheet.

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December 9, 2019

SWorkz S12/S14 Black Competition shock springs

SWorkz have introduced their new Back Competition line of 1/10th scale off-road springs. The design of the springs makes for a more linear performance, improving the vehicle’s jumping, landing and corner speeds, event in bumpy track conditions. The springs, that are usable for SWorkz’s S12 2WD and S14 4WD lines of buggies, come with laser-engraved markings for easy identification and they are available in three hardnesses for the front and rear each.

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December 5, 2019

FastRace 1/8th off-road V2 centre drive joint

Coming from FastRace are new lightweight V2 centre drive joints for Team Associated, Mugen and SWorkz 1/8th off-road kits. Machined from high-quality Ergal material and featuring a lightweight design, the coupler offers exceptional durability due to four steel pins that prevent the driveshaft’s drive pins from grubbing into the coupler’s aluminium surface over time. An additional surface coating ensures further improved wear characteristics.

Source: Planet Racing [planetracing.it]

December 4, 2019

Ryan Cavalieri going full SWorkz

SWorkz have announced the addition of Ryan Cavalieri to their 1/10th scale factory team, meaning the former IFMAR World Champion will be fully SWorkz sponsored for the 2020 season. Already campaigning SWorkz 1/8th scale kits since this season, Ryan recently left the Yokomo 1/10th scale squad he was running for only since this season to now campaigning SWorkz vehicles, such as the S35 1/8th scale and S12 and S14 1/10th scale kits, exclusively.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]

December 1, 2019

SWorkz S12-2 2WD buggy kit – Coming soon

SWorkz have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new S12-2 1/10th scale 2WD buggy kit. No official details on features and specifications are available yet, however the drawing seems to depict a buggy that lacks a front shock tower which could be a hint on a completely new front end design compared to the previous S12 series cars. We bring you more information on the kit and its details once they become available.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]

November 28, 2019

SWorkz Elliott Boots edition shock & diff oils

Coming soon from SWorkz and developed in cooperation with XTR Racing are the new Elliott Boots edition shock and differential fluids. Becoming available in all popular viscosities the oils will help to fine-tune the shock and diff package of 1/8th and 1/10th scale buggies, trucks and cars and they come in large bottles, making them ideal especially for 1/8th truggy racers.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]