Well known for its niche and convenience products and accessories, Japan’s SMJ has released this pack of Black Fuel Tube Camps. The sleek black version of their long-running bestseller is now available as a pack of 3 pieces. Offering securely fastened hose connections, this helps prevent unexpected issues during refuelling or in the event of a crash.
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Adding to its range of Tungsten Balance Weights, Japan’s SMJ has introduced this 40 gram version designed for adjusting weight distribution when using a shorty battery in electric touring cars. For optimal use they recommend using one weight in front of the battery and one behind it (a total of 80 grams).
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Japanese brand SMJ’s long-awaited RS series has been added to the lineup of the standard SMJ Stealth Line Lefty Springs for 1:8 Nitro Onroad shock absorbers. The smooth initial roll movement makes steering control easier, achieving a stable cornering line and consistent lap times. The has an overall length of 22 mm and a wire diameter of 1.8 mm.
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Japan’s SMJ has released a thin 0.08mm Teflon chassis protection sheet designed to be applied to the underside of touring cars and 1:12 scale racing car chassis. The teflon sheet reduces contact resistance between the chassis and carpet surfaces during driving, enabling smoother handling.
Japan’s SMJ has released a range of Tungsten Balance Weights specifically designed to be compact and easy to distribute across your car’s chassis. With tungsten one of the heaviest metals, its compact size allows you to efficiently adjust the weight balance of your car in a space-saving manner allowing for optimal weight distribution and the best possible balance of the car. Available in three different weights, 5, 10 & 15 grams, they come with thin double-sided tape for installation.
The organisers of the Philippine Masters has revealed the Circulo Verde Race Track which will host Asia’s most high profile 1:8 Offroad event of the year from April 30-May 4. The 13th running of the Philippine Masters, track designer and accomplished offroad racer Edward Sio has overseen the work which includes the track being newly re-surfaced and oiled. Tweaking the layout in some sections and they have also added some additional jumps for more actions on this always popular track. Last year the Manila event was once again won by World Champion Davide Ongaro in a final that saw the legendary Atsushi Hara lead for almost half the final. With the Philippines famed as a holiday destination, the event has a truly unique vibe living up to the nations tourism tagline ‘It’s More Fun in the Philippines’. Holding the same status as the TITC in Thailand does among onroad racers, once again Philippine Masters ’25 will form part of Scotty Ernst’s Asian Buggy Championships as the second stop of four races that make up the championship’s third season.
New from Japan’s SMJ, ‘Revolution’ bearing lubes were developed to achieve the ultimate in low friction. By using it on degreased bearings, you will experience unprecedented lightness of rotation. Recommended not only for RC cars but also for mini 4WD. The bottle’s steel applicator tip ensures precision application of the oil.
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Adding to its range of touring car body accessories, Japan’s SMJ has introduced this Thin Type Rear Bumper Side Stiffener for use with the 190mm Twister body from Xtreme Aerodynamics. Adding no noticeable weight even when used on ultra-lightweight bodies, this stiffener is designed to prevent the rear bumper from getting caught inside due to unexpected incidents during races. Pre-cut to fit perfectly on Twister and Twister SPECIALE bodies. Equipped with double-sided tape for easy application directly onto the body.
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