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April 27, 2017

Pro Star R/C 8ight 4.0 titanium hinge pin kit

Coming from Pro Star R/C and made for the TLR 8ight 4.0 is a titanium hinge pin kit. Usable on the 4.0 buggies and truggy, these hinge pins are machined from precision ground 6AL/4V titanium stock and polished to a fine finish. The pins are about 45 percent lighter than the standard steel parts while also being highly corrosion-resistant meaning they will not rust when being exposed to the elements. Included in the set are two 4×66.5mm inner rear and two 4×66.5mm inner front pins.

Source: Pro Star R/C [prostarrc.com]

April 26, 2017

Black Fabrica 200mm body wing end plates

Coming from Black Fabrica is a 6-pack of 50x35mm wing end plates suitable for 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car body shells. Cut to IFMAR specs and made from 6K 2×2 twill weave carbon the plates will increase stability especially at high speeds and they are offered in either a high gloss finish for a mirror-like shine, or a satin finish for those who prefer a lower shine. With either finish, the other side is pre-textured on the back to bond to any surface, using a double-sided adhesive.

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April 26, 2017

JTP RB6.6 V2 carbon fibre front shock tower

JTP have introduced their latest option part for the Kyosho RB6.6 in the form of the V2 front shock tower. Designed to better suit the laydown transmission layout of the current car, the shock stay is of a lower and wider design, giving the buggy an overall lower centre of gravity and thus more stability around the track. The tower is cut from USA-made high-quality 3K weave 4mm carbon fibre and available now.

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April 26, 2017

MCD 90°/120° LSD lock ramps & 26T pinion gear

Coming from MCD Racing are new LSD lock ramps and a 26T pinion gear. Starting with the differential-specific parts, the ramps combine the most used settings of 90 degree and 120 degree in one part, reducing the amount of parts that need to be carried around. The settings are available by simply flipping the diff internals. Also new is an on-road specific 26T pinion gear that helps to adapt the drivetrain of on-road cars for high-speed tracks with long straights.

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April 26, 2017

RDRP B6 battery thumb nuts

Revolution Design Racing Products have introduced their new aluminium battery thumb nuts for the Team Associated B6 series of vehicles. Larger in diameter for improved grip and easier battery swaps the parts come machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium, they sport silver chamfered edge details for looks and an anodised surface for wear. The thumb screws are a direct replacement usable with all common B6-series battery braces and available in black or blue anodising.

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April 26, 2017

Techra T4 battery mount system

Coming from Techra and made for the Xray T4 series of touring cars is a battery mount system. Utilising machined, L-shaped 7075-T6 aluminium brackets the mounts are designed to minimise chassis tweak while giving the option of using the supplied hook and loop strap or optional fibre-reinforced tape to hold down the battery pack. The brackets sport a 2-tone black and orange finish and included in the set is also suitable mounting hardware.

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April 25, 2017

Exotek introduce new D216 CF & titanium options

Coming from Exotek and made for the HB Racing D216 buggy are a carbon fibre side rail set as well as titanium front axles and quick change shock mounts. Starting with the chassis rails, the set is made from high-quality 5mm carbon fibre material and it increases the stiffness of the chassis for sharper handling on all race surfaces. Attached to the chassis the parts also help to seal up the body when used with optional hook and loop straps. The kit also includes heavy duty alloy battery posts and steel hardware but the stock plastic LiPo holders can be trimmed down if it is preferred over the included alloy posts.

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April 25, 2017

VP-Pro MP9 CF options & exhaust retainer set

VP-Pro have introduced two new option parts for the Kyosho MP9 series of buggies as well as an exhaust retainer set for all nitro-powered vehicles. Starting with the MP9 options, available are a carbon fibre front shock tower as well as a centre diff plate for electric-powered MP9 kits. All parts are made to match the kit specifications and they are cut from high-quality carbon fibre. As for the exhaust retainer, the set includes a new mounting spring as well as a machined clamp that prevents the exhaust pipe from coming loose in long mains and when running in bumpy track conditions. The mounting set is usable with most nitro on-road and off-road kits.

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