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June 14, 2013

Tekno +1.5° hinge pin brace, spur gear & hardware

Tekno RC offers new optional parts for their 1/8th and 1/10th off-road vehicles. First up is the +1.5 degree rear hinge pin brace, a CNC machined 7075 gun metal anodised aluminium part. It is a direct fit on all Tekno RC 1/8th scale vehicles and will give the option for 3, 4, or 5 degrees of rear toe for improved forward bite on-power and increased rotation off-power. The second new part is a black 44T composite spur gear for the EB48 and the SCT410. This spur gear will completely black out the kit making the vehicle look more sleek than ever. Also new are several accessories in the form of M4 countersunk washers and M2x5mm cap head screws. All hardware is packaged 10 pieces to a bag.

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June 3, 2013

Tekno RC NB48 1/8th nitro buggy

Tekno RC have introduced the NB48, a completely new 1/8th nitro buggy built on their EB48 and SCT410 platform. The chassis has ideal weight distribution side-to-side due to creating an all new mid-offset rear bulkhead and ring gear which moves the engine closer to the centre without overloading the right side. It also minimizes drive angles and wear on the center dog bones so the drivetrain is as free as can be without sacrificing chassis layout and weight balance on the very narrow 4mm 7075 CNC hard anodized aluminum chassis. The engine can be mounted in two positions, a front position and an 18mm offset rear position. Under most conditions the motor forward produces the fastest cornering and subsequent lap times while in very bumpy or very loose conditions testing shows the rear engine position can be easier to drive.

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May 23, 2013

JConcepts Finnisher Tekno EB48 body

The second Finnisher release of the week from JConcepts this time for the popular Tekno EB48. Almost identical to previously released versions in this body series there is an increased windshield angle that provides a steady force upfront during in-flight wind gusts on large jumps while a forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. A slightly channeled roof-line helps stabilize the vehicle at high-speed while the side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralize the at-speed handling. The chassis to body fit has been tightened up which eliminates empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes rear of the cab has a new step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also a louver which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

April 25, 2013

Tekno RC SCT410 & EB48 shock towers and hexes

Tekno RC have produced new carbon fiber shock towers for their SCT410 and EB48. At 4mm thick for the rear and 5mm thick for the front these shock towers will withstand the hardest of hits and are a direct fit removing 18 grams total weight from the SCT410 and almost 34 total grams on the EB48. With this decreased weight, the center of gravity will be lowered keeping your car even more planted on the track hugging those fast corners better than before. Tekno RC also now offers a stock zero-offset aluminium hex for the SCT410. These wheel hexes will fit all 12mm SC wheels and with a 6mm bore, they will fit all M6 driveshaft kits. CNC machined from high quality aluminum then hard anodized for wear, these hexes will withstand the test of time.

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April 12, 2013

Tekno 17mm hub adapters & shock O-rings

Tekno RC announce 17mm hub adapters for the SCT410 trucks as well as a 16-piece O-ring set for Tekno and Hot Bodies big bore shocks. Starting with the hub adapters, the conversion kit is designed to allow the use of 17mm hex 1/8th buggy wheels on the truck for racing it in outlaw classes or to create an ultra-lightweight 1/8th buggy. Included in the set come hardened steel stub axles, lightweight 17mm wheel hubs, serrated wheel nuts and all needed hardware. Also new is a 16-piece shock O-ring set for Tekno RC big bore and Hot Bodies D8 shocks. The set includes enough seals to rebuild 8 shocks so you always have enough spares in your spares box.

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February 15, 2013

Tekno RC EB48 Xtra Tough suspension arms

New from Tekno RC for the EB48 are these Xtra Tough suspension arms. These new arms are a direct fit on the Tekno RC EB48 buggy and use a new blend of materials they are nearly indestructible which make them great for cold weather racing and colder climates. The all new design also features a modified outer shock mounting location and by using the outer shock mount location will no longer sacrifice down travel so you can tune your car more precisely.

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February 12, 2013

Tekno RC SCT410 option parts

Tekno RC introduce new option parts for the SCT410 short course truck. Available are different spring sets, an aluminium centre driveshaft, lightened motor mount, as well as lightened diff couplers and differential outdrives. Starting with the springs, they are made from corrosion resistant steel, come in black colour and are colour coded for easy identification. Available are three different 65mm front and three 80mm rear springs. Next up is an aluminium centre driveshaft made from 7075 material and coming gun metal anodised. With only half the weight of the stock shaft the part makes for less rotating mass and therefore quicker spool-up and acceleration. Also new are lightened diff couplers that weight 5g less compared to the stock part. They are made from hardened steel and designed to withstand the rigours of modified short course brushless motors. Other new drivetrain parts are the lightened differential outdrives. They save 12g, are made from hardened steel for ultimate durability and are sold as pair. Last but not least comes the new lightened motor mount insert. Made from lightweight aluminium and coming gunmetal anodised the insert will save another 5g and will fill out the gunmetal look of the truck.

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November 21, 2012

Tekno RC SCT410 4×4 SC truck

Tekno RC have announced the newest addition to their stable of RC vehicles, the SCT410 1/10th 4×4 Short Course Truck. The SCT410 shares many parts with the EB48 1/8th Electric Buggy, so you know it will be able to carve up the track and take a beating. There are many new parts on the SCT to keep weight to a minimum, including new narrower arms, lighter steering blocks, spindle carriers, rear hubs and an all new lightweight drivetrain. Add some sturdy adjustable body mounts and a front/rear bumper system and you have the SCT that everyone has been waiting for. true 1/8th scale roots with 1/10th scale weight and agility. Standard 12mm hex wheels will bolt right on (SCTE offset) and existing 7.4v SCT power systems will have no trouble pushing the SCT410 around the track. The SCT410 will be sold in race kit form and should be available in January 2013.

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