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July 18, 2012

Avid 1mm offset insert bushings

Avid have introduced this series of delrin 1mm offset insert bushings allowing for a new range of tuning on your RC8.2 using your kit supplied suspension mounts. After hours of testing, the Avid team is offering up this simple solution to allow racers to customize their suspension to get lower rear roll centers and adjust rear toe-in to 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 degrees as well as being able to move all of the other pivots on the chassis. Available in 1 dot (4), 2 dot (4) and 3 dot (4) or as a complete set of 12.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

July 17, 2012

Zeppin TC6.1 caster blocks & MTX5 pulley

Some new items from Zeppin Racing who have released these 7075 aluminium 4.5deg (L+R) caster blocks for the Associated TC6.1 which have an enlarged opening in the centre. The new design is to avoid the double joint dogbones touching the caster blocks when turning at a full angle. To also improve smoothness there is an additional Delrin insert for the hinge pin. Zeppin have also produced a 26T pulley for the Mugen MTX5, which is made of hard coated high quality 7075 aluminum. It has been lightened for minimizing weight.

View the MTX5 pulley here

July 15, 2012

Exotek TC6TEK performance chassis conversion

Exotek have release their TC6TEK performance ultra narrow LiPo chassis conversion set complete with bushing supported hinge pin blocks for the TC6.1 or TC6. The new design incorporates heavy duty bushing supported hinge pin blocks, the same concept incorporated into other world caliber touring cars by Tamiya, Yokomo and Hot Bodies. The steel insert bushings insure ultra free suspension movement, no matter the arm angles. Newly designed 7075 heavy duty bulkheads are included and their shortened design allows for improved chassis flex. 4 heavy duty 7075 suspension blocks are included, FF-C, FR-C (split style), RF-XB (split style) and RR-D and the included blocks will give you 0 degree of front arm sweep and 3 degrees of rear toe. The chassis is made from 2.25mm USA made precision cut soft weave carbon fiber and at only 84mm wide the main chassis can better utilize lower ride heights for more aggressive cornering.

View the complete conversion set here

July 11, 2012

Associated 16° caster blocks and spindles

Precision machined from 7075 aluminium, these 16° caster blocks and spindles have been tested and developed by Team Associated’s top pilots to provide a more forgiving steering feel and improved suspension characteristics. Used to secure wins at countless events, including the Silver State Nitro Challenge, Alabama Manufacturers Shootout and French Nationals, the Vertical Caster Blocks and Spindle assembly further optimizes the geometry for all RC8 vehicle platforms. Features include integrated steering stops, lowered roll center, allows lubrication of bearings while assembled and hat bushings and pins are now secured with set screws. They fit all early and later models of the RC8, RC8T, and SC8, nitro and electric.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]

July 9, 2012

Associated RC8.2e RS RTR buggy

The RC8.2e has already been proven as a winner after TQ’ing and winning the 2011 Sidewinder Nitro Explosion in the capable hands of Ryan Cavalieri. With the RC8.2e RS RTR you can now have this high level of performance in a Race-Spec Ready-To-Run. It comes loaded with the performance features you’ve come to expect from the Race-Spec line like the powerful Reedy 2000kv brushless motor, waterproof XP SC1300-BL brushless electronic speed control and XP 2.4GHz radio system, just to name a few. The RC8.2e RS RTR is the perfect way to get into the 1:8 scale Buggy class, and also has the benefit of having many Factory Team parts available for you to take your 1:8 scale dreams as far as you want.

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July 6, 2012

JConcepts Mono wheels, wheel nuts & body clips

JConcepts introduce the B44.1 Mono wheels, 8/32″ thin-pattern locking wheels nuts and black medium-size body clips. Starting with the wheels, these are a direct fit on the Team Associated B44.1 buggy and match the design of the rear Mono wheels that are around for a while now. They offer the maximum size allowed under ROAR rules and make a statement with their large appearance, slight convex dish shaped design and superior inner rib design. The wheels incorporate an outer glue catch that resists excess glue from running down the wheel face during the gluing process. The wheel comes in sets of four and is available in yellow and white colour.

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July 3, 2012

DE Trinidad ST T4.1 wheels

DE Racing have released a second offset in their new Trinidad ST series, this model being for the Team Associated T4.1. One of the most unique features of this wheel, beyond the scale truck appearance, is the use of a 12mm hex drive. This not only makes for a more reliable drive system, but the trucks wheels and tires can now be easily rotated from the front to rear giving more tuning options and longer tire life. Available in black, silver, white and yellow.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

June 21, 2012

JConcepts Finnisher for Associated RC8.2E

JConcepts have released their Finnisher body for the Associated RC8.2E 1/8th Electric buggy. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have a strong and chiseled look, including a recessed area in the rear which allows another option for air-escape. The chassis side-guard to body fit has been tightened up which helps eliminate large empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The area behind the cab has been greatly lowered exposing more of the engine heat-sink allowing more heat-escape while the V-stepped feature which is a highlighted styling cue of the Finnisher buggy bodies has been incorporated toward the rear and allows an additional area that can be trimmed to allow air-flow through the body.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]