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November 26, 2018

T-Works MBX8 & MP9 DLC coated arm shafts

Coming from T-Works are several sets of DLC-coated suspension shafts for the Mugen MBX8/7 and the Kyosho Inferno MP9 TKI4/3/Evo buggies. All use the diamond-like coating that is best known from competition engine crankshafts and that makes for a hard-wearing and slick surface, ensuring long parts life and smooth suspension action. Available are front upper arm, front lower arm and rear lower arm sets for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 as well as front and rear sets for the Kyosho Inferno MP9 TKI4, TKI3 and Evo kits.

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November 24, 2018

BMT016 GT kevlar-reinforced belts

Coming from BMT are new kevlar-reinforced belts for the 016 GT car. They offer extreme durability and much improved smoothness all while being 34 percent lighter than the standard kit items.

Source: BMT [bmt-team.com]

November 23, 2018

Capricorn C8 series bumper cross plate

Coming from Capricorn and made for the C8 series of cars is a carbon fibre bumper cross plate. Machined from high-quality material the plate will reinforce the front bumper and offer improved body support on vehicles such as the LAB C803 Evo nitro and the LAB C8SR electric kits.

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November 23, 2018

T-Works RC8B3.1 lower shock mounts & diff shafts

T-Works have released new optionals for the Team Associated RC8B3.1 as well as other 1/8th buggies. First up us a 4-piece set of 7075-T6 aluminium lower shock mount pins that are made to replace the standard steel parts. The pins are machined from high-quality material and come hard-coated for wear. Using the shafts will reduce unsprung weight and thus improve suspension efficiency.

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November 23, 2018

1up Racing Pro Pit Iron bundle & accessories

1up Racing have a new Pro Pit Iron bundle and optional tips available. Starting with a new bundle for the Pro Pit Iron, it includes a zip up case, DC Power cable, Premium R/C Solder, stand and 4mm chisel tip. When connected to a 24V power source, the Pro Pit Iron heats and is ready to use in only ten seconds. An easy-to-read LCD display offers accurate adjustment of the 100-400°C (200-750°F) temperature range and the 1up Boost mode offers a nearly instant temperature increase to 450°C (850°F) at the press of a button, making easy work of thick gauge wires. The Pro Pit Iron automatically cools to 200°C after two minutes of inactivity to prolong the life of the tip, and shuts down completely after ten minutes of inactivity.

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November 22, 2018

Monaco RC Diff Check Xray pan car adapters

Made for Monaco RC’s Diff Check unit are two new adapters for Xray 1/12th and 1/10th scale pan car differentials. The 3-D-printed adapters are available separately and they were designed for the use in combination with the DFC-18 1/8th scale adapter as they plug right into the adapter’s hexagonal part, allowing to check the setting of both gear and ball differentials. On another note, the Diff Check unit is now also available in a customised variant, allowing owners to add their name for further personalisation.

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November 22, 2018

Xray XB4 graphite composite servo saver

Coming from Xray and made for the XB4 buggy is a graphite composite servo saver set. The moulded parts are made of a special carbon-reinforced material that is lighter, yet very durable while offering improved friction between the parts for a slightly reduced movement which can help in high-traction track conditions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 22, 2018

T-Works RC8B3.1 aluminium shock standoffs

Made for the Team Associated RC8B3.1 are two new aluminium shock standoff sets from T-Works. Available as 4-piece standard length and 2-piece +5mm sets the standoffs are made of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard-coated for wear and looks. The shock mounts are also usable with the RC8B3 series of kits.

View the +5mm standoff set here