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January 9, 2019

Exotek NB/EB48 alloy HD steering components

Exotek have released new heavy duty aluminium steering components for the Tekno NB48 and EB48 series kits. First up is spindle carrier set machined from high-quality 7075 alloy. The machined parts ensure consistent suspension performance and handling and they are extra durable for high powered applications, and come polished and anodised in glossy Tekno team colours for that factory look. The C-hubs feature the stock 15 degree angle and they are usable with all 48 and 48.3 series buggies and trucks as well as the MT410 kit.

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January 8, 2019

Tamiya introduce new T3-01 option parts

Coming soon from Tamiya are new option parts for the popular T3-01 Dancing Rider trike. First up is an aluminium servo arm set that replaces the standard item for a more durable, precise and rigid one. The kit includes a large hardware set. Also new is a FRP support arm kit that replaces the standard moulded plastic item. Using the fibreglass part will provide greater durability and rigidity.

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January 8, 2019

RC Cars Cavalieri 8ight-X arm insert set

RC Cars Cavalieri from Germany have announced the release of a carbon fibre arm insert set for the TLR 8ight-X buggy. The kit includes four precision-machined 1mm carbon fibre inserts for the front and rear lower arms that will add rigidity when running in high-bite or high-temperature conditions. Also includes is the needed mounting hardware, making the set a direct fit.

Source: RC Cars Cavalieri [carbon-cavalieri.de]

January 8, 2019

SWorkz S35-3 Worlds rear end conversion kit

SWorkz have introduced the Jörn Neumann Edition Worlds rear end conversion kit for the S35-3 1/8th off-road buggy. The set includes new rear lower arms, rear uprights, wheel hex adapters and several other parts that help to increase the buggy’s rotation in tight and twisty tracks, such as the 2018 IFMAR Worlds track in Perth, Western Australia. Using the parts will free-up the rear end while adding steering and while the set is the go-to solution on smaller, tighter tracks, it is better to stay with the usual setup on normal tracks, according to SWorkz’s Jörn Neumann. The set is a direct fit with everything included for the conversion and it is available now.

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January 7, 2019

VRP TLR 22 5.0 XV3 shock pistons

VRP has released the updated 1/10th XV3 piston for the all-new TLR 22 5.0 Buggy. The patented split valve design creates a more durable and consistent piston like the VRP 1/8th XV3 pistons. In addition, the sidewall has been updated to a low friction design which makes for the smoothest stroke possible. The pistons will be made in 2 and 3-hole variant, with splits and +1mm variants as well.

Source: Vision Racing Products [visionracingproducts.com]

January 7, 2019

1up Racing TC7.2 wide pivot blocks

Coming from 1up Racing are new wide pivot blocks for the Team Associated TC7.2 down to TC6.2 series touring cars. The new +1.5 dot and +2 dot pivot blocks are wider than standard, offering a new range of fine tuning options and allowing drivers to go all the way to +5 dot wide when paired with standard Team Associated inserts. The suspension mounts also offer a tighter fit than the kit mounts to remove unwanted play from the suspension. Available are 1-piece and split blocks all of which come machined from high-quality aluminium that is finished off with a black surface coating and white markings for easy identification.

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January 7, 2019

Samix SCX10 II forward adjustable battery tray

Samix have introduced their new forward adjustable batter tray kit for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. Using the kit lowers the truck’s overall centre of gravity while allowing to mount the battery further forward in the chassis, improving climb performance. The battery tray is made of high-quality aluminium and it comes in three different colours including green, black and gun metal.

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January 7, 2019

T-Works T4 adjustable battery holder set

T-Works have introduced an adjustable battery holder set for the Xray T4 touring cars. The set consists of machined L-shaped carbon fibre battery locators as well as brass and aluminium stoppers that incorporate a lash to route battery tape above the chassis, rather than having to run it underneath the main plate. The result is more reliable and secure battery mounting while giving the ability to easily add weight, when running the brass battery stops, if needed. The set also includes easy to adjust backstops that locate the battery pack, allowing to shift it forth and back slightly. The set includes all needed hardware and it fits the 2017 to 2019 variants of the the T4.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]