January 26, 2016

JConcepts 1984 Ford F-150 trail & scaler bodyshell

JConcepts 1984 Ford F-150 trail & scaler bodyshell

Made for 1.9″ trail and scale vehicles such as the ones from Vaterra and Axial is JConcepts’ 1984 Ford F-150 bodyshell. The seventh generation of the Ford F-Series is distinguished by its squarer look, sharper lines and flatter panels, the trucks were designed with the working man in mind. The “Blue Oval”, a trademark of all Ford pickups, makes a striking appearance centred in the grille. Stout fender flares are carved ever so carefully into the panels while openings allow for a vast assortment of tires on the market. The F-150 single-cab look is strong and is a careful reminder of a time when passengers sat side-by-side during a typical outing. The bed itself is solid and includes slated details to look like its full-scale counterpart. Light body lines and raised sections are present throughout such as fuel tank caps, window weather strip outlines and hood indentations. The hard body-line positioned front to back give the truck heart and the “Built Ford Tough” personality. The body comes clear and includes authentic decal sheet and easy to use window mask for the detailed hobbyist. The F-150 drops on the Ascender and Axial 12.50″ wheelbase setting, with standard body mounts.

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January 8, 2016

Vaterra 2015 K&N Ford Mustang GT RTR

Vaterra 2015 K&N Ford Mustang GT RTR

Building on the same chassis as the just announced Chevy C10 is Vaterra’s K&N branded 2015 Ford Mustang GT. The 4WD drift car makes use of a shaft-driven tub chassis with sealed differentials that is equipped with low-profile drift tyres on licensed Volk CE28N wheels. Brake and calliper details on the hub add to the realism that is further underlined by the detailed body that comes with the same trim scheme as the full-scale K&N Mustang GT. It includes extra scale touches like sideview mirrors, chrome exhaust tips and a realistic looking rear wing. Part of the RTR package are also a 15T brushed motor, waterproof electronics and a 2.4GHz radio system along a NiMH battery pack and AC wallcharger.

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January 8, 2016

Vaterra 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck

Vaterra 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck

Horizon Hobby have introduced the Vaterra 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck on the proven V100-S 4WD chassis. Shaft-driven and with sealed differentials the dropped ’72 C10 comes factory assembled and ready-to-run, equipped wish a Dynamite 15 turn brushed motor and waterproof electronics. Included is also a Dynamite 6-cell NiMH battery and a suitable wall charger as well as a 2.4GHz radio system with batteries.

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December 1, 2015

STRC Ascender aluminium steering knuckles

STRC Ascender aluminium steering knuckles

STRC’s new aluminium steering knuckles for the Vaterra Ascender and Bronco trucks help to add visual impact and improve the durability over the standard parts. The high-quality, CNC-machined steering knuckles eliminate unwanted flex for more durability and they also greatly increase the precision and capability of the truck’s steering. The parts are available in stealth black, gun metal, and natural silver anodising.

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November 20, 2015

JConcepts 1974 Ford Bronco trial & scale body

JConcepts 1974 Ford Bronco trial & scale body

JConcepts have introduced the 1974 Ford Bronco trial and scale bodyshell. Starting with the unforgettable chiseled shape, the Bronco lives on with an impressive grill area detailed with included decal sheet while the large hood area and fender line is sharp while the main body line runs across the entire door and rear fender. Large fender flares provide clearance for a variety of 1.9″ tires and protrude just like the real thing. The cab features popular flat panel window treatment on this vehicle along with heavy trim bordering the geometry. Mock gas tank caps rest in place while turn signal and rear taillight decals along with Bronco badges help bring out the realistic look of a classic beast. The Bronco drops on the Ascender 11.75″ wheelbase setting, with standard body mounts extended in rear height. The retro body also accommodates Axial 11.75″ wheelbase trucks but requires the use or adaptation of long rear body mounts.

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November 13, 2015

STRC Ascender diff cover & PL beadlock rings

STRC Ascender diff cover & PL beadlock rings

ST Racing Concepts have introduced an aluminium diff cover for the Vaterra Ascender truck as well as beadlock rings for Pro-Line crawler rims. Starting with the diff cover, the part was designed to improve the durability and add visual impact to the Ascender’s and Bronco’s front and rear axle. The high-quality CNC-machined aluminium cover is a direct replacement of the stock plastic piece and available in scale black, gun metal, or natural silver.

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October 29, 2015

STRC Ascender aluminium shock parts

STRC Ascender aluminium shock parts

ST Racing Concepts have new aluminium shock parts for the Vaterra Ascender 1/10th off-road vehicle available. First up is a set of threaded shock bodies, lower shock caps, and spring collars. The high-quality and precision CNC-machined shock bodies comes in either gun metal or scale black anodising, or there is the option of having blue anodised collars and lower caps for a more accentuated look. The shock collars come with O-rings inside to accurate hold spring pre-load settings. The lower caps features machined grips for ease of assembly. The shock bodies and accessories come as pairs and are a direct replacement for the standard composite items. Also new is a four piece set of aluminium upper shock caps. Like the spring collars they feature machined grips for easy assembly and they are available in black, gun metal, silver or blue anodising.

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October 22, 2015

STRC Ascender aluminium option parts

STRC Ascender aluminium option parts

ST Racing Concepts have several new aluminium option parts for the Vaterra Ascender off-road truck available. First up are CNC-machined aluminium rear lockouts with oversized 5x11mm bearings. The parts replace the stock plastic nylon pieces with more precise parts, eliminating flex and enhancing durability with the included, larger 5x11mm bearings. The lockouts are available in scale black, gun metal, and natural silver anodising and they come in pairs.

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