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March 19, 2019

Shepherd V8.2 shock absorber springs

Shepherd have introduced their new V8.2 shock absorber springs. Able to refine the spring characteristics following numerous tests on racetracks around the world, the new springs where used for the first time at an international event at last weekend’s EFRA GP in Vigo, Spain where team driver Toni Gruber took the win. Available now as a pair separately for the front and rear, in future they will become the kit springs for the upcoming Shepherd Velox V8.2 set to be released at the end of April.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

March 19, 2019

Yokomo LC transmission case for YZ-2 series

Yokomo have announced the release of a new LC (Laydown/Carpet) transmission case for carpet, astro and high traction dirt surfaces made for their YZ-2 series of vehicles. The case is a 3-piece construction which allows for quick and easy diff access and uses the same style transmission cam adapter system as their current YZ-2T LD transmission case, which makes raising and lowering the diff a breeze. Giving you the lowest possible centre of gravity which improves the overall handling and performance of the vehicle on high traction surfaces.

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March 19, 2019

Protoform introduce the Spec6

New from Protoform, the Spec6 is a fresh new take on the classic Speed6 body that captured the 2008 Worlds at the hands of Marc Rheinard. While modern 190mm touring car bodies have gone the way of low-slung, ultra high-downforce designs, there is still a need for the more traditional, rounder and mellow-handling bodies for spec classes or track layouts with large sweeping corners. The Spec6 provides an ultra-smooth, high-corner speed feel, especially crucial in lower-power classes with handout motors. The Spec6 has been brought up to 2019 standards with increased flat surface area behind each wheel opening to allow for more forward mounting. This is made easier with the added Mounting Marks scribed into each wheel opening in 2mm increments. Available in 2 weight options, X-lite (65g) and lightweight (85g).

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March 18, 2019

Rebellion-RC WTC Mount for X1

More from RC-Carbonstore’s Rebellion-RC brand for the Xray X1 formula chassis is this WTC Mount. This new upgrade allows the user to mount the rear wing in front of the holder, giving the possibility to set the wing much further forward which in turn leads to more front traction while retaining rear stability. The mount also gives you the option to fix the rear wing directly to the chassis, which leads to much more rear grip and better handling due to the reduction in vibrations from the wing transferred to the rear pod.

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March 18, 2019

T-Works BD9 DLC coated shock shafts

A new addition to T-Works’ line of DLC-coated shock shafts, are these versions for the Yokomo BD9 touring car. The shafts are made from high-quality steel and are surface-coated using the a dark-coloured DLC coat, a material traditionally used to finish crankshafts on competition nitro engines. The hard-wearing coat will make for a slick and wear-resistant surface that ensures smooth and durable shock function. Sold as a complete set of 4.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

March 15, 2019

Bittydesign Agata 1/10th GT body shell

Bittydesign have introduced their new Agata GT body shell for 190mm touring cars. Designed with both performance and aesthetics in mind, the body features a lowered front hood section for steering, a wide cab and neutral sides for improved airflow and a large rear wing for downforce and balance with the somewhat long appearance ensuring good straight line stability. The body comes moulded from high-quality Lexan polycarbonate, it includes a laser-cut front foam to avoid body vibrations and the package is rounded out by lightweight wing mounting hardware, window masks and a decal sheet. The body is race legal for most GT classes including the USGT category.

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March 15, 2019

Yokomo YD-2 shock spring series

Yokomo have introduced a new shock spring series for their YD-2 RWD drift car kits. Available as separate sets for the front and rear, the front springs are of a high pitch design for greater response, increasing front tracking and feeling throughout the corner. The rear spring are available in an increased forward traction or higher side bite variant to suit a wide range of track conditions and allowing for better tuning. All three sets come in all-round (carpet asphalt) or soft (P tile/concrete) hardness, making it six sets in total that are available separately or as complete 6-pair combo package. To not alter the characteristics and performance of the springs, they come without any surface treatment, meaning some discolouration can occur over time that is best countered by lightly oiling them using bearing or machine oil.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

March 15, 2019

Leadfinger Racing B6.1 A2 Tactic body shell

Leadfinger Racing’s popular A2 Tactic body shell is now also available in a variant for the Team Associated B6.1 buggy. Working with key features from their previous line of 1/8th scale bodies, and transferring ideas to the 2WD platform, yields a product that LFR customers have been waiting for. Like the A2 Tactic bodies before it, the B6.1 body has an added roof vent that allows for better cooling for today’s sensitive electronics. Running cooler has it’s advantages and feeding cool air directly over the power house is a welcomed upgrade. Behind that, LFR has designed a top fin that joins into a rear swoop for added stability and increased rear down force. The combination of the two help give the Team associated B6.1 a balanced and precise feel during mid corner rotation and on power exit. The A2 Tactic body is sold in clear ready for paint, including two pre-cut Tactic wings, stickers and window masks.

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