Coming from T-Works are two titanium turnbuckle sets for the Team Associated B6 and B6D. First up is the hybrid titanium set that uses titanium shafts and aluminium hex units, making for a very low weight and cool looks. Also new are the plain 64 titanium turnbuckles that are of a standard design. Both sets fit the B6 and B6D and they include suitable 4mm wrenches.
View the standard turnbuckle set here
Team Associated have introduced the Factory Team aluminium wing buttons for 1/10th and 1/8th scale vehicles. The wing buttons help keep the wing secured during the heat of battle and the buttons have been recessed to allow for a more solid fit between the wing and wing mount. The machined and black anodised parts fit 1/10th on-road and off-road vehicles as well as 1/8th buggies and trucks.
New from MIP comes the Super Diff bi-metal kit for the Team Associated B6 and B5 series of vehicles. Featuring a unique bi-metal outdrive design the kit utilises 7075-T6 aluminium outdrive hubs and heat-tempered steel outdrives to scrub 30 percent of weight compared to the standard differential. The weight reduction will make for quicker spool-up and acceleration especially in stock classes. Included in the set are also Tungsten Carbide diff balls and MIP’s rebuildable machined aluminium T-nut as well as hard polished drive rings and small parts such as needed spacer shims for the B6 gearbox. Needed for completion of one diff is only the stock Team Associated diff gear.
Source: MIP [miponline.com]
German Team Associated distributors LRP have announced the signing of Carsten Keller to run the RC8B3 and RC8B3e at all major races across Germany and Europe. The former SWorkz driver and national frontrunner will also use LRP, AKA, JConcepts and Sanwa equipment, with the campaign for his new chassis sponsors starting at the forthcoming EFRA 1/8th Nitro Buggy European Championship A in Spain. Carsten has the following to say about the deal:
I want to thank Jürgen Lautenbach, Andy Krämer and the whole LRP team as well as Team Associated for making it possible for me to run a full “Blue package” from now on. I am very proud of all the faith LRP is having in me and I am sure their efforts will pay off. I will do my best to represent all brands as good as possible.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
Team Associated have announced the release of a titanium screw kit for the B6 and B6D buggies. Including 90 screws in total, the lightweight fasteners make for significant weight savings compared to the standard steel screws while also improving visual impact thanks to their shiny appearance. The screw kit is usable for both cars and available now.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
JConcepts have announced the soon release of the Fin titanium turnbuckle set for the Team Associated B6 series of buggies. The base of the shafts design is centred around a .143″ titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts the standard AE ball-cup configuration. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the “finned” cuts that rotate about the centre. The turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation and the set fits both the B6 and B6D.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Avid have introduced a titanium ball stud kit for the Team Associated B6 and B6D off-road buggies. It includes a total of 12 ball studs made from billet 6Al-4V material and sporting 2mm allen heads on top of the ball for easy removal. 40 percent lighter than the kit’s steel ball joints the titanium parts help to scrub some weight while also looking great.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Pro-Line have introduced the new Predator bodyshell tailor-made for the Team Associated B6 and B6D. Deputed on the B5M the body underwent a redesign to fit AE’s latest 1/10th 2WD buggy. Taking design features from the Phantom and Type-R bodies, the Predator stands out while delivering performance to match. As usual the body comes clear, including window masks and a decal sheet.
