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April 2, 2015

Schelle B44.3 -3mm aluminium chassis set

Available for pre-order now is Schelle Racing Innovation’s -3mm aluminium chassis set for the Team Associated B44.3 buggy. Debuted at the 2015 Reedy Race of Champions the 2.5mm 7075 aluminium CNC milled chassis plate is 3mm shorter and coupled with a new front top deck the new length transforms the 44.3. The reduced length has two main effects; the first is that the car is much more fluid and easy to drive in the turns and the combined shorter wheelbase and increased rear weight bias stop the rear and front from fighting each other in the turns, and the car will follow a smooth arc without breaking loose. Secondly, the short wheelbase and increased weight bias aid in more traction on power and exiting corners. After getting through the turn, it’s easier to pick your line on exit and put the power down. Included in the set, that becomes available by mid-April, is the new chassis, the top deck and a chassis protector decal.

Source: Schelle Racing Innovations [schelleracing.com]

March 25, 2015

DE SpeedLine Plus 2.4 1/10th buggy wheels

The SpeedLine Plus 2.4 is the latest 1/10th buggy wheel from DE Racing. Offering a 2.4″ diameter, for the use with the latest generation of 1/10th buggy tyres, the wheel delivers maximum corner control and stability by utilising DE Racing’s “Sure Lock” foam retention system. This system, comprising of radial ribs that lock the wheel and foam insert together, retains maximum tyre traction to the racing surface while eliminating the vague inconsistencies that come from an insert that is free to move around on its wheel. The rims are available for Team Associated, Kyosho and TLR 1/10th buggies and in white, yellow or black colour.

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March 24, 2015

JConcepts T5M chassis decals & titanium turnbuckles

JConcepts have new accessories for the Team Associated T5M stadium truck available in the form of chassis protective sheets and a 6-piece titanium turnbuckle set. Starting with the chassis decals, the pre-cut stickers come in sets of two and they not only protect the chassis bottom from becoming excessively scratched but they also decrease friction between the chassis and the dirt surface.

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March 23, 2015

JConcepts B44.3 carbon fibre option parts

During the 2015 Reedy Race of Champions, JConcepts debuted the B44.3 carbon fiber front and rear top deck, servo and battery brace. This carbon fiber parts set is unique in looks, tough in durability and contributes to tuned flexibility which leads to a better handling vehicle. The top decks feature slotted locations which were added to free up the rigidness of the vehicle. More flex will contribute to a more confident driver who wants a more flowing drive out of the vehicle. In addition, the antenna mount was removed from the front top deck and placed on a new and included servo deck piece. The new position of the antenna mount is perfect for the popular servo mount location as well as convenient for the receiver and antenna wire. For racers choosing the new Silencer B44.3 body it also pulls the antenna mount out of the cab area and places it down on the side pod area similar to a 2WD buggy, cleaning up the entire look of the vehicle. To finish, JConcepts has included a matching battery brace along with hardware to directly fasten the battery in place for complete security. All carbon fiber parts are designed by JConcepts, produced with genuine 2.5mm material and machined to perfection.

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March 21, 2015

Pro-Line T5M Bulldog bodyshell

Tailor-made for the Team Associated T5M stadium truck is Pro-Line’s latest Bulldog bodyshell. Resembling the one that came in the T5M kit box the body features two Mohawks down the centre of the roof for improved high-speed stability and to add an aggressive look. The front and rear end geometry have also been reshaped from the original Bulldog and improved to achieve higher front downforce and reduce wheelies that cost precious time. As usual the body comes clear, including window masks and decal sheet.

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March 20, 2015

JConcepts Dirt Racing Products B5 Ti turnbuckles

New from JConcepts’ Dirt Racing Products brand comes a “Cool Grey” titanium turnbuckle set for the Team Associated B5 and B5M buggy. The JConcepts Fin turnbuckle is the base design which is centered around a .143″ titanium hex size that gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts standard AE ball-cup configurations. Custom anodized by Brian Kinwald himself, the Dirt Trick “Cool Gray” turnbuckles are individually colored a unique Gray color which adds an undeniable personalized touch to any vehicle. The Dirt Racing Products turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation.

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March 19, 2015

JConcepts Finnisher T5M bodyshell

JConcepts introduce the Finnisher bodyshell for the Team Associated T5M stadium truck. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. A revised front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for the T5M geometry while smoothing out the front down force area. A front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight and like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the Finnisher body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. The body includes the high performance gurney spoiler which increases rear grip and balances the handling characteristics of the aggressively styled body.

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March 17, 2015

Factory RC 22.4 & B5M coloured CF battery mounts

Factory RC introduce new colour weave carbon fibre battery braces for the TLR 22.4 and the Team Associated B5M and T5M vehicles. First up is the Patriot Edition shorty LiPo mount for the 22.4. Offering the same features as the Factory RC’s original mount the Patriot Edition offers a machined star logo and colour weave carbon fibre material. Available in red or blue the braces sparkle in glorious colours when the light hits them. As for the B5M and T5M mount, again the brace is modelled after Factory RC’s original but it comes made from blue weave fibre material to match the anodised blue parts of the chassis.

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