Available now from Hiro Seiko are new optional screw sets for the Tamiya TRF101, Xray X12, ARC R10 2013 and Schumacher Mi5 kit. The sets, that make use of hex socket heads, are available as full titanium or titanium/ aluminium combo and safe between 9.5g and 25g of weight depending on the car. All screws are of a dark colour with the exception of the TRF101 kit whose alloy screws come in a Tamiya blue anodising.
Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]
Team Muso introduce their new line of electric touring car rubber tyres. Named Fu-Rin-Ka-Zan, after the quote of an ancient Asian military general, and meaning wind, forest, fire and mountain the tyres are available in four different compounds with Fu being the softest variant compatible to conventional 22 to 28 shore tyres followed by Rin (26-32 shore), Ka (30-36 shore) and Zan (34-40 shore). They are made in Japan, offer good grip, long life and are ideal for competition and fun driving alike.
Source: Team Muso [team-muso.com]
Arrowmax extend their tool line by two new turnbuckle wrenches. Available in two variants for 6.5mm/8mm and 5.5mm/7mm links, the tools are made from high quality spring steel and come with a treated surface for maximum strength and durability. Laser-etched markings help with identification.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
New from Reedy comes the WolfPack 5500mAh 60C 2S LiPo hardcase pack. The battery is made from high-quality cells and targets the cost-oriented club racer who is after an affordable high performance pack. Sporting standard 139x47x25.1mm dimensions and 4mm sockets the battery comes in a protective hardcase, weights 301g and is ideal for both on-road and off-road racing.
Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]
Pro-Line announce the release of updated tyres for 1/10th scale off-road vehicles as well as a redesigned Traxxas style monster truck tyre. Starting with the 1/10th tyres, available soon are the Suburbs 2.0 SC truck and Suburbs T 2.2 stadium truck tyre in medium X2 compound ideal for high traction indoor and outdoor clay tracks. The SC variant includes closed cell inserts while the stadium truck tyre comes with standard foam inserts. Also new are pre-mounted Hole Shot 2.0 M3 compound buggy tyres that come glued to PL’s Velocity wheel. They are compatible to 12mm hex converted Associated B4/B44, TLR 22 or Kyosho RB6 buggies and come with yellow or white rims. Last but not least is the Big Joe II 3.8″ Traxxas bead style monster truck tyre that features an improved styling and performance over the original. It sports an aggressive tread design and a lower weight for faster acceleration and better drivability while being capable of tackling any surface from asphalt to deepest dirt.
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The car that dominated the F1 class at the 2012/13 Euro Touring Series in the hands of Jan Asmer, the Serpent F110 is soon to be made available. It is based on their 1/10 and 1/12 pancar platform and is a competition ready full carbon aluminium F1 racing car with many set-up possibilities. Suitable for standard and shorty 2S packs it can be raced with rubber or foam tyres. The kit includes racing chassis, FR and RR wing but not tyres, wheels, electronics or body.
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JConcepts introduce the Metrix 1/8th buggy tyre that deputed during the 2012 IFMAR World Championships and won the 2013 Dirt Nitro Challenge. Utilising a stacked centre tread, with aspects carried over from the Crossbow tyre the Metrix is designed to give great forward bite on dusty and loose conditions while the directional outer lugs smoothly transition over rough terrain for an easy to drive feeling. The staggered and directional Bar Code inspired sidewall treatment offers a less agressive initial steering response but a balanced feel for more driver confidence on rutted, bumpy and wavy deteriorating track sections. Available in medium yellow, medium soft red, soft blue, super soft green and mega soft black compounds and including lightweight and durable profiled closed cell inserts. Also available are pre-mounted green compound tyres.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Available soon from Swedish company Ghea comes this set of 16 pivot balls for the Mugen MBX7 buggy. Made from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming hard-coated for wear resistance and a factory look the ball are lighter and more durable than the standard kit parts.
Source: Ghea Racing [ghea.se]
