April 13, 2013

Team Associated RC8.2 RS Ready-To-Run

Team Associated RC8.2 RS Ready-To-Run

Team Associated introduce the updated RC8.2 RS RTR 1/8th nitro buggy. Based on the ROAR nationals winning RC8.2 full spec competition buggy the RS offers a black anodised 7075 alloy chassis, low centre of gravity 3mm 7075 alloy shock towers and the updated RC8.2 racing suspension geometry. Included in the set also come aluminium steering knuckles, an upgraded dual bellcrank steering and 16mm 6061 alloy big bore shock absorbers. The buggy comes factory-assembled and including a Reedy .21VS engine with 2-chamber tuned exhaust, DS1510MG metal gear steering servo and XP 2.4GHz radio system.

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April 12, 2013

Traxxas 12mm hex wheel adapters

Traxxas 12mm hex wheel adapters

Traxxas announce aluminium 12mm hex wheel adapters for the 1/10th rally, Slash 4×4 and Stampede 4×4. Originally designed for the XO-1 Supercar, steel-splined driveshafts with 6mm axles can now be added to Traxxas’ Slash 4×4 based off-road vehicles. The adapters feature a 6mm inner diameter to accept the beefier axles, they are easy to install and compatible with Traxxas short course and rally as well as most standard 12mm hex-style wheels. The machined aluminium construction provides maximum performance while included screw pins replace the standard axle pins. The kit comes with a 6mm drill pit to modify the wheels.

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April 12, 2013

Schumacher Mi5 announced

Schumacher Mi5 announced

Schumacher Racing have just released a teaser image of their upcoming Mi5 electric touring car. The car made a first appearance at the Gran Canarian round of the Euro Touring Series with full information on specs as well as official pictures will become available soon.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


April 12, 2013

Tekno 17mm hub adapters & shock O-rings

Tekno 17mm hub adapters & shock O-rings

Tekno RC announce 17mm hub adapters for the SCT410 trucks as well as a 16-piece O-ring set for Tekno and Hot Bodies big bore shocks. Starting with the hub adapters, the conversion kit is designed to allow the use of 17mm hex 1/8th buggy wheels on the truck for racing it in outlaw classes or to create an ultra-lightweight 1/8th buggy. Included in the set come hardened steel stub axles, lightweight 17mm wheel hubs, serrated wheel nuts and all needed hardware. Also new is a 16-piece shock O-ring set for Tekno RC big bore and Hot Bodies D8 shocks. The set includes enough seals to rebuild 8 shocks so you always have enough spares in your spares box.

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April 12, 2013

Much More Power Station 2 multi distributor

Much More Power Station 2 multi distributor

Much More Racings’s Power Station 2 multi distributor is designed to enlarge the amount of 12V outputs available on any power supply. They sport three switching ports, two direct ports and a 5V/1A USB port to power chargers, pit lamps, mobile devices and more. Featuring a sturdy metal casing and crocodile clamp input connectors the boxes are available in your choice of black or blue colour.

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April 12, 2013

Arrowmax T4 aluminium spring retainers

Arrowmax T4 aluminium spring retainers

Arrowmax introduce new aluminium spring retainers for the Xray T4 touring car. They are machined from aluminium and come strategically milled to reduce weight. Designed as a direct replacement they offer higher strength and a more precise spring support.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


April 11, 2013

T.O.P. Sabre FD Mini steering crank set

T.O.P. Sabre FD Mini steering crank set

T.O.P. Racing have released this optional steering crank set for the Sabre FD Mini. The new CNC-machined alloy part helps improve the steering response/precision and cornering stability over the original steering assembly. Comes complete with bearings and everything needed to convert from the original kit part.

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April 11, 2013

Team C T8 V3 Conversion kit

Team C T8 V3 Conversion kit

Team C have announced the new T8 V3 Conversion kit to bring the V2 up to the latest specs. The set includes a new chassis plate, new radio box with forward positioned battery, new captured lower brackets with a complete set of inserts for toe and squat adjustments as well a new front upper steering plate. The kit is finished off with a newly designed cab forward body shell with large rear scoop.

Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]