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September 11, 2014

Joe Bornhorst teams up with Tekno

Tekno RC announce that Joe Bornhorst will be joining their race team for the remainder of 2014 and the 2015 racing season. Joe has been making a name for himself all over the U.S. in the 1/8th off-road racing classes and will be travelling to many races representing Tekno RC in the future. Joe had this to say about the deal:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Serpent America/Desoto Racing for all of their support that they have given me over the past couple of years. With that being said, I am very excited to join the Tekno team for the 2015 season. I am confident that with the help of the entire team, we will be able to accomplish some big things over the course of the next year. I would like to thank Daniel Lewis and Matt Wolter for giving me this opportunity, along with a special thanks to teammates Jeff Beck and Sean Ramos for helping me through the process of making this switch.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

July 29, 2014

Tekno CNC delrin shock cartridge set

Tekno introduce a CNC-machined shock cartridge set for the dampers of their 1/8th and 1/10th vehicles such as the EB48 and NB48 buggy and the SCT410 short course truck. They are a direct replacement for the stock guides on all Tekno RC vehicles and will reduce drag on the shock shaft and improve suspension efficiency in all conditions, resulting in improved handling. They are also more durable than the stock parts and one package will cover a full set of four shocks.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

July 24, 2014

Tekno LRC adjustable hinge pin brace

After extensive testing Tekno RC introduce this rear hinge pin brace in low roll centre configuration to improve traction and stability in all conditions. The new brace allows vehicles to square up better coming out of corners and provides easier on-off-power transitions and it is compatible with all of Tekno’s 1/8th scale vehicles as well as the SCT410. CNC manufactured from 7075 aluminium and coming gun metal anodised the brace lowers the roll centre by 1.0mm and it gives an additional 1.0 degree of rear toe-in compared to the stock part for the option of running 2.5 to 4.5 degrees of rear toe-in.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]

July 14, 2014

Tekno SCT410 LCG lightened motor mount insert

New from Tekno RC comes this lightened low centre of gravity motor mount insert for the SCT410 4WD short course truck and the EB48-SL buggy. Using the part lowers the motor by 5mm and it is usable with all Pro4 motors with standard 36mm diameter. Lowering one of the heaviest parts of the vehicle by 5mm will have a noticeable effect on handling, resulting in faster cornering and less mistakes due to traction rolling. The part is CNC machined out of 7075 aluminium, then gun metal anodised for wear.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

July 3, 2014

Tekno RC 4mm/5mm turnbuckle wrench

New from Tekno RC comes this dual turnbuckle wrench for 4mm and 5mm links. Made from hardened steel and being of a slim design the wrench is both durable and comfortable to use even in tight places. Laser-etched size markings help with identification and make for convenient building, setup and maintenance work.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

July 2, 2014

FTW NB48 Reactor bodyshell

FTW introduce the Reactor bodyshell for the Tekno NB48 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. Offering a somewhat “edgy” design that highly separates from both the original and many other after market bodies, the Reactor is usable with stock or Losi 8ight series air filters and the body offers two trim lines for the cooling head for forward and rear motor configuration. The body is moulded from .040 polycarbonate and comes with window masks and a logo decal sheet.

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June 19, 2014

Pro-Line EB48.2 Phantom bodyshell

Following the Phantom body for Mugen’s MBX-7 buggy, Pro-Line now also introduce a respective variant for the Tekno RC EB48.2 E-Buggy. Making use of the unique Phantom design, the body sports an edgy cab forward cockpit design and flowing lines that meet in a point in front of the rear shock tower to make for a one of a kind look. An add-on rear fin helps to stabilise the buggy during highspeed runs and once being airborne. As usual the body comes clear and including window masks.

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May 24, 2014

Pro-Line EB48.2 Phantom bodyshell – Sneak peek

Pro-Line soon have a Phantom design bodyshell for the Tekno RC EB48.2 1/8th E-buggy available. Making use of the distinctive Phantom design, that was first introduced for 1/10th scale buggies, the body features a Stealth Fighter-ish cabin, edged sidepods and a rear section with an optional rear fin for improved airflow towards the rear wing. All information about the body and a release date will be available soon.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]