May 30, 2014

EZPower Mr. Kong II 1/8th brushless speed controller

EZPower Mr. Kong II 1/8th brushless speed controller

Italian company EZPower introduce their new brushless speed controller called Mr. Kong II. The sensorless ESC has a 150A rating and is 2S to 6S LiPo compatible, making it ideal for 1/8th on-road, off-road and monster truck models alike. The controller comes pre-wired with Traxxas high-current connectors and features adjustable drag brakes, throttle/brake curves, motor timing and punch setting as well as reverse motor rotation and thermal protection. All software features can be set using a one-touch button or an optional program card.

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May 30, 2014

Reflex Racing RSD7 keyed carbon fibre battery holder

Reflex Racing RSD7 keyed carbon fibre battery holder

Made for the RSD7 chassis for the Team Associated TC6.2 is this keyed carbon fibre battery holder system. Designed to work only with the RSD7 chassis, the mounting system will have the battery sitting a little bit further away from the belt than the TC6.2 in order to provide better balance and to generate more chassis roll. Included are three carbon fibre mounting brackets and all needed mounting hardware.

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May 30, 2014

WRC F-One alloy pivot plugs & carbon fibre rear plate

WRC F-One alloy pivot plugs & carbon fibre rear plate

WRC have new option parts for the F-One formula kit available in the form of aluminium pivot plugs and a rear carbon fibre connecting plate. Starting with the pivot plugs, the parts are machined from 7075 aluminium and made to replace the stock nylon inserts with more durable parts. The second new part is the rear connecting plate, made from carbon fibre the part is lighter and more reliable than the kit’s alloy plate.

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May 29, 2014

Avid B5 shock standoffs & TLR22 Avert spring cups

Avid B5 shock standoffs & TLR22 Avert spring cups

Avid have new option parts for the Team Associated B5 and TLR22 series of vehicles available. First up is a pair of multi-piece shock bushings for the B5 and B5M buggies. They are a direct upgrade for the Associated parts and are made of black anodised 7075 aluminium and have a wide base to prevent bent shock mount screws. The Delrin pivot bushings can be replaced to help maintain a tight fit while two machined silver rings around the base add visual impact. The standoffs are sold as pairs and come including an Avid mini decal sheet. Also new are updated Avert aluminium spring cups for the TLR22 line of buggies and trucks. Offering heavy machining, the parts weight in at under a gram per piece while an angled slot design keeps the cups from popping off in a crash. The cups are machined from 6061-T6 aluminium, come black anodised and are sold in packs of four.

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May 29, 2014

RDRP RB6 rear aluminium mid-motor bulkhead

RDRP RB6 rear aluminium mid-motor bulkhead

Revolution Design Racing Products’ latest aluminium option part for the Kyosho RB6 buggy is a rear aluminium bulkhead for mid motor converted vehicles. Machined from high quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming laser-etched the part not only makes for a solid base for the upper camber link mounts but also the wing mounts resulting in overall improved durability. The part is designed to replace the original plastic bulkhead on RB6, RT6 and SC6 buggies and trucks.

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May 29, 2014

DE Racing 22T & RT6 Speedline ST wheels

DE Racing 22T & RT6 Speedline ST wheels

DE Racing extend their existing line of Speedline ST disc wheels for the TLR 22T and the Kyosho RT6 by adding four new colours. Coming in red, pink, orange and green, the rims are direct replacements for the stock wheels and they add to the yellow, white and black wheels that are already available. All are made from tough yet lightweight material and offer specific offsets for each vehicle.

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May 28, 2014

STRC Team Associated B5 series option parts

STRC Team Associated B5 series option parts

STRC introduce the first in a line of option parts for the Team Associated B5 and B5M. First up is a 25 degree front aluminium bulkhead. The bulkhead increases the durability of the front end of the buggy while adding a bit of weight to the front of the buggy to help assist in tuning for more steering out of your buggy. The set-screw over hinge-pin design provides long life for the aluminium parts as the hinge-pin will not wear down the bulkhead over time.

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May 28, 2014

Schumacher brand glass setup boards

Schumacher brand glass setup boards

Made from 6mm toughened glass are three new setup boards from Schumacher. Available in Schumacher, Core RC and Contact designs, the boards measure 40x30cm and are ideal for setting up 1/10th touring, GT10, LMP12, GT12 or 1/10th off-road buggies. Also available separately are three matching neoprene zip-up bags to protect the board during transportation.

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