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August 14, 2020

Exotek introduce new DR10 optionals

Coming from Exotek are new option parts for the Team Associated DR10 range of drag racing cars. First up is a set of aluminium rear hubs whose heavy-duty design maintains the suspension geometry setting, race after race. The updated design works as either the left or right hub and it also allows for adjusting the wheelbase as needed using the supplied spacers. The upright ball stud mounting matches the stock roll centre height and the hubs are also usable for the DB10 and B5 series kits.

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August 13, 2020

NathoBuilds YZ4 SF2 ball studs & RC8B3.2 screws

NathoBuilds have released their 5.5mm Broached Titanium ball stud kit for the new Yokomo YZ4 SF2. Made from Grade 5 Titanium they offer a 45% weight saving over the steel ball studs and have been designed and made with a taller neck for added strength. Also new for the Team Associated RC8B3.2 is a stainless steel screw kit made from Grade 316/ A4 stainless steel, which are durable and don’t rust. A screw guide comes with the pack for easy install.

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August 11, 2020

Lunsford Racing DR10/B5 titanium front axles

Made for the Team Associated DR10 and as well as the B5 series of buggies is Lunsford Racing’s titanium front axle set. Precision-machined from high-quality Grade 5 titanium the axle shafts are about 45 percent lighter than steel while offering a significant increase in shear strength over aluminium all while offering anti-corrosion properties greater than stainless steel. The axles include stainless steel button head screws and they come as pair.

Source: Lunsford [lunsfordracing.com]

August 5, 2020

T-Works RC8B3.2 carbon fibre receiver box plate

T-Works have introduced their new carbon fibre receiver box plate with switch opening for the use with the Team Associated RC8B3.2 buggy. The plate is machined from high-quality carbon fibre and it is a direct fit, making for factory looks and improved RC box stability. A machined opening for a mechanic switch finishes off the plate.

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August 5, 2020

Ministry Of Bearing RC8B3.2 carbon arm inserts

Coming from Ministry Of Bearing are new carbon fibre arm inserts for the Team Associated RC8B3.2 buggy. They are machined from high-quality 2mm carbon fibre and available for the front upper arms, front lower arms as well as the rear lower arms and they allow to adjust overall arm stiffness which is helpful especially in warmer weather or higher traction conditions.

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August 3, 2020

Exotek B6.2/B6.1 adjustable wheelie bar

Coming from Exotek and made for no-prep drag racing converted Team Associated B6.2 and B6.1 buggies is an adjustable carbon fibre wheelie bar. The wheelie bar extends from 9.5” to 11.75” to match race event rules and the longer bar gives more stability, for straighter and faster passes without needing to let off the throttle as often. Drivers are able to finely adjust the wheel height via the 4mm turnbuckle or make large adjustments by adding spacers under the wheel. The wheelie bar is made of heavy duty 3mm carbon fibre with alloy turnbuckles and mounts and the set includes a ball raced machined alloy wheel with oversized rubber O-ring tyre.

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July 30, 2020

Exotek B6.2 heavy-duty fan mount

Coming from Exotek and made for the Team Associated B6.2 buggy is a heavy-duty aluminium fan mount. It is a direct bolt-on for less flex and stronger fan mounting and due to its lightweight 6061 aluminium construction it weighs in at only about 1g. The mount comes black coated with blue chamfer details and it is usable with most fan units.

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July 24, 2020

T-Works titanium 1/8th off-road lower shock pins

Made for some the most popular 1/8th scale off-road kits are T-Works’ new titanium lower shock pin sets. Made of high-quality 64-grade titanium the pins offer a low weight, exceptional durability as well as left and right hand threads, ensuring they wouldn’t come loose unintentionally during a run. Using the pins has been made easy with the inclusion of outer 5.5mm hex and inner 2.0mm hex portions and the pins are available as 4-piece sets for the HB Racing D8xx series, the Kyosho MP10 and MP9 based kits, the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 series as well as the Team Associated RC8B3.2 and B3.1 kits.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]