September 19, 2018

JConcepts RC8B3.1 Silencer body shell

First developed for the 2012 IFMAR World Championships, JConcepts’ Silencer body has been a mainstay in the JC’s product line which is available for a number of difference vehicles in the market with the latest being the Team Associated RC8B3.1. For the precise fit, the design has undergone changes to match the RC8B.1 chassis side-guards and body mount positioning. The Silencer stance cockpit allows ample fuel tank access, a smoother high-speed windshield transition and increased flow around the engine heat-sink. A deep recess around the engine compartment with dual channeling out the rear provides air escape along with rear-end stability. The Silencer side-pods have a clipped rear-end, narrowing the rear by angling just in front of the rear tyres. The extended runner features are placed on the rear-end of the body enhancing the force placed on the rear pods during high-speed acceleration. The main pods are heavily chamfered and a more heat-shrink design over the pipe, fuel tank and electrical / linkage make up the main pods. The body is capped off with a cockpit shark fin for more high-speed tracking stability and increased roof stiffness and it comes including window masks and a decal sheet.

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September 13, 2018

Imbue RC8B3 Alu dogbones & Rulon pivot ball bushings

New from Imbue for the Associated RC8B3 is their aluminium dogbone conversion kit and rulon pivot ball bushings. The conversion kit provides all the benefits of an aluminium dogbone driveline, including reduced friction, lower rotating mass and improved fuel mileage to RC8B3 & RC8B3e owners. Also new for the RC8B3, is Imbue’s Rulon (Teflon) pivot ball bushings that reduce friction by 50% over similar CNC Delrin bushings, and nearly 70% over stock nylon These bushings will smooth out your vehicles steering response and provide consistent results.

Source: Imbue [raceimbue.com]

September 5, 2018

JConcepts T6.1 & SC6.1 protective sheets

JConcepts have added to their line of chassis protective sheets, with the introduction versions for the Associated T6.1 and SC6.1. The sticker is made of durable material and comes pre-cut, fitting the chassis bottom like a glove. Using the protective sheet will reduce wear and tear when running on highly abrasive surface while making for a slick surface to decrease friction between chassis and dirt surfaces. Each set includes two decals and additional rear skids that can be replaced once worn.

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August 29, 2018

Team Associated B6.1 Factory Lite 2WD buggy kit

Coming soon from Team Associated is the B6.1 Factory Lite 2WD buggy kit, a lightweight variant of the popular B6.1 specially aimed at stock racing classes. Shedding over 45 grams of weight from the original B6.1D, the Factory Lite was designed to excel in classes requiring Spec motors, allowing the racer to take full advantage of the performance offered by the reduced weight. The Factory Lite sheds 30 of the 45 grams in rotational mass alone. Parts used to achieve the weight savings include the MIP PucksT system, MIP Pucks 7075-T6 aluminium outdrives, MIP Pucks Bi-Metal lightweight R-CVD bones (67mm), Factory Team direct drive system, and a lightweight body. All other features here taken over from the B6.1 kit, meaning full parts compatibility. The Factory Lite kit is set for a release in late September.

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August 23, 2018

Team Associated T6.1 & SC6.1 anti-roll bar sets

Made for Team Associated’s T6.1 and SC6.1 trucks are new front and rear anti-roll bar sets. They will help minimise chassis roll on high-traction surfaces, making the vehicle more responsive in cornering and more stable. Each front and rear set has three bar thicknesses to choose from: soft white, medium grey, and blue firm. In addition a hardware set is available that contains all the parts needed to mount both front and rear bars.

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August 23, 2018

Exotek B6.1 suspension & drivetrain optionals

Exotek have introduced more option parts for the Team Associated B6.1 buggy. First up is a 2-colour rear hub set. Coming in a stealthy 2-colour anodised finish, the hubs are 1g lighter than the AE alloy items thanks to careful cutting and shaping and they offer additional ballstud mounting positions. They also include 2mm roll centre alloy spacers to match the stock geometry of the Associated alloy hubs and the updated design works as either the left or right hub, giving more camber link hole options. The alloy hubs require the use of shorter ball studs such as ASC91047 or ASC91752.

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August 21, 2018

MIP T6.1 & SC6.1 Bi-metal Puck kit

MIP have announced the release of their Bi-metal Puck kit for the Team Associated T6.1 and SC6.1 trucks. MIP’s Puck kit has become a well known accessory for 1/10th scale buggies and now it is also available for AE’s latest line of trucks. The kit decreases the car’s driveline rotational weight by 50 percent, resulting in faster acceleration, quicker deceleration, and less wear and tear on the electronics. The set includes a diff assembly sans diff gear as well as Puck dog bones foe the use with the original wheel axles.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

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