November 8, 2018

Airflow Turbolence 1/8th off-road rear wing

Airflow have introduced their new Turbolence polycarbonate rear wing for 1/8th off-road buggies and trucks. Produced from high-quality 1.5mm Lexan material the wing utilises a built-in wicker, aerodynamic performance enhancing dimples and large, EFRA-legal, side dams. An optional centre fin allows to fine-tune the straight line stability and the wing does not require the use of additional washers or screws for fixing, making it very lightweight.

Source: Airflow [airflowbodies.com]


November 7, 2018

Ride DF 190mm touring car wing set

Coming from Ride is their new DF wing set for 190mm touring car body shells. Inspired by nature design the wings sport specially-shaped wave sections – as seen on dragonfly wings – to create downforce even at low air speeds. The set includes a type A wing for medium to high speed tracks and Modified classes, sporting a full-face wave section, while the type B wing was designed for low to medium speeds and Stock racing classes – the latter wing only utilises wave sections on the outer portions. Included in the set are four printed carbon fibre side plates and the wings are usable for most 190mm touring car body shells.

Source: Ride [rc-ride.co.jp]


November 5, 2018

ZooRacing PreoPard 190mm touring car body shell

Available now from ZooRacing is their all-new PreoPard 190mm electric touring car body shell. The PreoPard body shell is ZooRacing’s second touring car body shell following the ZooZilla body and it was developed to produce high overall downforce with a focus on increased overall steering while maintaining exceptional rear end stability. The specialised body is the ideal choice for tight and twitchy low to medium traction carpet and outdoor tracks and it offers several aero features such as a recessed roof section that channels the airflow towards the rear wing for great rear end stability at both low and high speeds while the forward placed cabin and the specially shaped front end produce more steering compared to the ZooZilla as well as greater rotation in corners for greater corner speeds and a more nimble handling. The body is outfitted with several trick anti-tuck features such as structured side skirts and a clever rear end design including reinforcement ribs on the trunk lid, all of which add to the overall aerodynamics and looks while greatly preventing body tucks without the need for additional reinforcements. Other features include large wheel arches that allow the body to be placed up to 4mm to the front for increased steering reaction or up to 4mm to the back for increased rear stability – making it 8mm in total. The PreoPard 190mm body shell comes moulded from high-quality polycarbonate and it is available in two thicknesses: a lightweight 0.5mm variant that will weigh in at about 55g cut and including wing while the standard thickness 0.7mm variant will come out at about 83g cut and including wing – meaning the latter will easily make the new 90g ETS rule. Part of the package are also the revolutionary 2-step window masks that will ensure window frames of Pro quality. The EFRA homologated body is rounded out by high-quality wing mounting hardware and a detailed sticker sheet including grille, head and tail lights.

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November 2, 2018

HB introduce new JC truggy body & shock tower

Coming from HB Racing are the JConcepts-made Finnisher truggy body shell and the V2 front shock tower for the D817T truck. The clear body has dimples for easy installation on the E817T and D817T truggies with the aggressively styled Finnisher design being a proven winner with multiple championship victories. The separately available V2 front shock tower is designed to mount the JConcepts Finnisher bodyshell on the D817T truggy and it is precision-milled from thick carbon graphite for maximum stiffness, durability and light weight.

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November 2, 2018

HPI Racing Toyota FJ Cruiser body set

Venture truck owners and scale Toyota fans can now customise their trucks the officially licensed FJ Cruiser body set from HPI Racing. Loaded with scale features, a custom-painted FJ Cruiser will bring a whole new look to the next trail run. With a clear body to start with, owners have an open canvas to make their own FJ Cruiser – whether it’s to match your full-size FJ Cruiser or make your dream trail truck. Like all HPI bodies, the FJ Cruiser comes with a clear protective overspray film, easy to use vinyl window masks and a large pre-cut decal sheet. The detailed vinyl pre-cut decal sheet comes with all of the official Toyota and FJ Cruiser logos, headlights, tail lights, turn signals and more, plus a complete set of tinted windows, grilles, vents and more. Also included with the body set is the complete set of plastic detail parts including the replica roof rack and side mirrors. All the necessary hardware is included, from the O-rings and body clips for the roof rack to the screws for the side mirrors and tyre mount. For easy mounting, the 315mm wheelbase body also has drill locations marked for the HPI Venture scale crawler chassis, making it very easy to line up the body mount holes or use alternate body mounting methods.

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November 2, 2018

SMJ introduce new TC spring & accessories

Japanese brand Speedmaster Japan have introduced their new progressive T2.5-2.8 1/10th electric touring car spring as well as a range of accessories. Starting with the spring, the T2.5-2.8 adds to SMJ’s existing Stealth line of springs and it is made of 1.4mm diameter wire. The total length is 20mm meaning it can be used with most of today’s ultra short shock absorbers.

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November 2, 2018

Protoform Europa FWD touring car body – Coming soon

Protoform have announced the soon release of their all-new Europa touring car body shell for 190mm FWD chassis. A growing class around the globe, the Europa will be Protoform’s first shot at the popular class and all information and images should become available in time for the release. Update: In the meantime Protoform have made a first pre-production image available that you can see after the break.

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October 30, 2018

HB Racing D817/E817 JC Silencer lightweight body shell

Now available from HB Racing is the Silencer lightweight body shell from JConcepts. The Silencer lightweight lid is a no compromise body for hardcore racers. It is 30g lighter than the standard bodyshell for a lower CG, quicker acceleration and improved corner speed, however durability will be lower than the standard thickness version. This clear body has dimples for easy installation on E817 and D817 buggies.

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]


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