TMG Speed have announced the release of a low rear shock tower for the Team Associated B74 buggy. Machined from high-quality carbon fibre the tower has more adjustability than the stock part and it makes for slightly increased droop which will improve bump handling. The shock stay is available now.
Source: TMG Speed [tmgspeeduk.com]
Rebellion-RC have released more information on their forthcoming mid-motor conversion kits for cars such as the Xray T4, Yokomo BD9 and BD8 as well as the Team Associated TC7.2. According to Rebellion-RC the kits, project name “Holy Grail”, will do away with the shortcomings of current mid-motor conversions, such as wider overall electronics layouts – especially offset battery positions – or raised drivetrains compared to rear motor cars; all of which having negative effects on the overall performance and thus detracting the positive influences of the mid-motor design. First prototype tests have shown very promising results with Rebellion-RC’s Xray and Team Associated testbeds all being quicker than their standard counterparts. The conversion kits will retain the battery position, electronics layout/chassis width of the standard cars, they will include a patented design motor mount and are usable with up to 48T pinion gears and 114T main gears, making them usable for both Stock and Modified classes. The first kits for Xray, Yokomo and Team Associated cars will become available by the end of July with conversion kits for all of the other current electric touring cars coming quickly after.
Coming from Bezerk are new option top decks for the Yokomo BD9, BD8 and Team Associated TC7.2 touring cars. Offering a slim full-face design rather than the original wide cut-out appearance, the top decks will offer more flex all round which can be helpful both in low and high-grip track conditions. The upper decks are precision-cut from glossy 2.0mm carbon fibre and they are available now.
View the BD8 and TC7.2 top decks here
BF Materials from Italy have introduced their new carbon fibre rear shock towers for the Team Associated RC8B3.1 and RC8B3.1e buggies. Available are a standard geometry as well as a tall shock tower, the latter features raised upper shock mounting positions for increased rear suspension up travel that will translate to better rough track handling and improved cornering on faster parts of the track. Both shock stays are machined from high-quality carbon fibre and they sport a gold-colour BF logo for looks.
View the tall rear shock tower here
JConcepts have announced the release of their new F2 body shell for the Team Associated B74 4WD buggy. Designed with aspects learned from the original Finnisher bodies, the F2 provides an even more aggressive look with included details which remain crucial to performance with the F2 body being a drop fit for the popular Team Associated B74. An increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps and the forward cab placement changes the performance/visible bias which help steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralise the at-speed handling. The rear of the pods have a dual step, scoop treatment which give a first in class look to the F2 body. The rear of the cab has the Finnisher step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also several louver options off the rear. The body is designed exclusively for the new B74 platform and includes all the necessary cut-lines and each package includes two S-Type rear wings.
Coming from Associated Electric’s Factory Team line is a new series of merchandising in the form of a pit mat, patch and apparel. The pit is made from black 5mm thick yoga mat material measuring a sizable 61x122cm, with the new Factory Team logo printed on the edge. The iron-on logo patch measures 53x21mm and can be added to your favourite wearable while over in the apparel department AE rolls out flat and curved bill hats as well as the lightweight “medal” zip ip in eight different sizes.
View the other new products here
Coming from T-Works and made for Team Associated RC8B3.1 series kits are two new aluminium shock cap sets. Available as volume compensating diaphragm and bleeder cap aeration set, the shock caps allow to adjust the shock performance to match specific needs when it comes to track conditions or driving styles. The diaphragm set includes a total of eight rubber volume compensators in hollow and honeycomb design while the aeration shock cap kit includes seals and gold-colour bleeder screws. Also included in both sets are shock mount bushings for improved durability.
Coming from T-Works and made for the new Team Associated B74 buggy are a couple of option parts such as titanium ball ends, turnbuckles and screw sets. First up is a 14-piece ball end set that is machined from high-quality 64 grade titanium. The parts replace the standard ball ends for items of lower weight and greater corrosion resistance. Also new is a 7-piece set of titanium turnbuckles. Like the ball ends the parts will lower the overall weight while offering cool looks and greater corrosion resistance. Last but not least come two screw kits – a 119-piece UFO head titanium set and a 144-piece gold-colour steel fastener kit. The titanium set will again make for a weight reduction while the golden screws mainly add bling.
