Japanese brand Zero Tribe, known for their front and mid motor conversions for the Xray T4 touring car, are currently developing a mid motor conversion kit for the Yokomo BD9 tourer. In the very early stages of design, the release of the actual kit may take some time but it is nice to see the proactive brand caring for the needs of Yokomo users. We bring you more updates on the project as they become available.
Source: Zero Tribe [zerotribejapan.com]
Axon have introduced their new flex type NBR rubber precision shock bladders for 1/10th electric touring cars. Using a specially-sourced rubber material and an optimised shape, the bladders will improve the shock action for improved damper performance and thus traction and corner speed. The bladders come in packs of four and they are usable for cars such as the Infinity IF14, Tamiya TRF419XR, Xray T4 and Yokomo BD9.
Source: Axon [team-axon.com]
Yokomo have introduced their new Red Edition Racing Performer Drift.Spec RPX II brushless speed controller. The speedo is built using matched premium-grade FETs for a super-low internal resistance, best possible power transfer and less heat built-up. A special firmware ensures optimised throttle and car control on all surfaces and in all track conditions. A switchable 6V/7.4V 6A BEC system ensures stable power supply even for high-power HV servos and the controller comes including a fan unit, all black wires, and a red anodised fan cover.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
JConcepts have introduced their new P2K body shell for the Yokomo YZ-2 2WD buggy. An evolution of the P2 body, the “K” is sleeker by removing rear down-force features to allow the buggy to turn on the tightest circuits and carpet and astroturf surfaces where traction is always plentiful. The entire centre section of the cab on the P2K has a channel based design to flow directly over the middle of the vehicle to stabilise the at-speed handling. The front of the cab, important to performance, includes the P2 position with heavily recessed front windshield. The JConcepts edge treatment remains on the side-capsule area for air-flow direction by the cab and pointing the force to the rear wing area. The chamfering stands out as a JConcepts design feature on every new shell, the P2K has those elements and in great positions for decals and paint allocation. The P2K takes into account, spur covers and drops over the kit supplied setup. Rear louvers tuck into the rear stance of the shell which can always be customer trimmed for a slight amount of heat escape. The body included two S-type rear wings for durability, rear traction and high-speed tracking.
Team Bomber have introduced a new 2.0mm aluminium main chassis and lower pod plate for their YR12XX kit. Machined from high-quality 7075-T6 material the plate is about 13 percent lighter than the standard 2.5mm chassis and it offers a more aggressive car feeling in high-bite track conditions, making is especially useful for stock motor classes. Both the chassis and rear lower pod plate are available separately for as combo set.
Source: Team Bomber [teambomber.jp]
Vigor RC have announced the release of new option parts for the Yokomo BD9 touring car. First up is the centre balance weight and floating electronics plate. The set includes a brass 15g centre weight and mounting anchor that adds additional weight to the centre of the car while the optional carbon fibre battery and electronic plates allow for “floating” mount of the battery as well as the speed controller, receiver, transponder and capacitor, ensuring more natural chassis flex. The mounting plates can be used separately or together. In addition the set includes two 5g brass weights that can be attached on top of the 15g centre weight or in front of the servo and battery to adjust the weight bias of the chassis.
RC Maker’s popular GeoCarbon front bumper mounts are now also available for the Infinity IF14, Yokomo BD9 and Xray T4 touring cars. The machined carbon mounts make for increased durability, better aesthetics and they also include an optional bumper support that braces the front bumper against the bulkhead in the event of a frontal crash.
Yokomo have introduced their new 34g shorty battery weight for the use with off-road buggies, drift and 1/12th scale pan cars. Machined from 1mm steel material and coming with a black surface coating and laser-engraved Yokomo logos, the plate allows to add weight in the central part of the chassis and when running lightweight battery packs.
