May 15, 2013

X-Factory X-6 Cubed 2wd buggy

X-Factory X-6 Cubed 2wd buggy

X-Factory have released shots of their prototype X-6 Cubed 2wd buggy ahead of the release of the final car. This car shown is close to the final version with only a few minor changes between this and final production. The biggest one is the way the ball studs are mounted to the rear tower, in production the ball studs will be in the same location but mounted vertically. As you can see from the photos the Cubed will be an all carbon fibre car in keeping with X-Factory’s recently released SCX-60CF short course and the X-60CF stadium truck. The buggy has a top deck for easily adjustable chassis flex, a new slim design for better cornering and performance over bumps and is very close to minimum legal weight. It will also come with an all new body and medium downforce wing. Expect it to hit shops in June.

View more image of the X-6 Cubed here


May 15, 2013

Roche T4 spring retainers, shock towers & servo mount

Roche T4 spring retainers, shock towers & servo mount

Roche have released a number of option parts for the ever popular T4. First up is these 13.5mm diameter orange anodised aluminium spring retainers which are suitable for Xray’s T4 big bore damper. Sold in a complete set of 4. Next up is a single piece aluminium floating servo mount which is mounted along the centerline of the chassis, ensuring symmetrical chassis flex and a more balanced steering response. Finally there is optional 3.5mm thick graphite front and rear CNC machined shock towers.

View the other new parts here


May 15, 2013

Tamiya TRF201 XR aluminium lower deck set

Tamiya TRF201 XR aluminium lower deck set

Seen at this week’s Shizuoka Hobby show in Japan, Tamiya have their new longer XR aluminium lower deck set for the TRF201 2wd buggy. Replacing the car’s composite chassis the set comes with a new aluminium main chassis, composite side rails and battery mountings. The new chassis is heavier and more importantly 11mm longer bringing it inline with the other buggies on the market who have already switched to a long wheelbase version.

Source: Waigo [waigohobby.com] via Area52.cc


May 15, 2013

Yokomo BD7 RS touring chassis

Yokomo BD7 RS touring chassis

Based on the competition-ready BD7 touring car chassis, but featuring injection molded composite versions of the original machined components, the BD7 RS version from Yokomo is perfectly advanced for entry-level to intermediate racers seeking a less costly alternative, yet having the same world-level racing pedigree and performance of the flagship model. Compatible with both spare and option parts already available for the BD7, this is a great chassis to use as a base for those seeking to step up incrementally. The drivetrain utilizes a molded spool joint in the front, with a gear differential in the rear. Chassis, upper deck and shock tower are the same carbon graphite as the BD7.

View more images of the RS version here


May 15, 2013

RDRP Durango machined 48DP main gears

RDRP Durango machined 48DP main gears

New from Revolution Design Racing Products come machined 48DP main gears for Team Durango 1/10th vehicles. The gears are made from a special compound material for improved strength, lowest running noise and highest precision. Sporting machined inner holes to reduce weight and to make for a cool factory look the gears are available in 78T, 83T and 87T specifications.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]


May 15, 2013

Spec-R T4 motor mount support & driveshafts

Spec-R T4 motor mount support & driveshafts

Spec-R have released some new items for the Xray T4 starting with this aluminium motor mount support. The black anodised support bracket connects the car’s motor mount to the top deck which they claim helps to improve the car’s response. Also for the T4 are a pair of black anodised 7075 aluminium 50mm drive shafts. Super lightweight and a direct replacement part for the stock item.

View the other products here


May 14, 2013

JConcepts metric washer set

JConcepts metric washer set

Small adjustments matter when it comes to competitive racing and JConcepts is on top of the small adjustments with the release of this metric washer set. These washers are perfect for roll-center adjustments on 1/10th scale vehicles and are also extremely handy for shimming suspension components or common wheel base adjustments. The (.5, 1, 2 and 3mm) washers are constructed in aluminium, anodized blue and include 4 pieces of each thickness per package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


May 14, 2013

Xray XB9 graphite lower arm plates

Xray XB9 graphite lower arm plates

New for the XB9, Xray have released these optional 1.6mm thick graphite lower arm plates that when mounted stiffen the arms and make the car more stable and easier to drive under high-grip conditions. The plates can be easily mounted/dismounted on the arms with 4 screws, and easily change the hardness of the whole front and rear suspension.

View the front plates here


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