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December 5, 2014

VP-Pro metric tool set with bag

VP-Pro have a new multi-piece metric tool set available, containing most of the needed drivers, wrenches and accessories to build, maintain, setup and run 1/12th to 1/8th scale vehicles. Coming in a VP-branded tool bag and including a suitable stand the set includes 1.5mm to 3mm allen wrenches, 2mm to 3mm ball hex drivers, 5mm to 7mm nut drivers, a 4mm flat head and a 3.5mm Phillips screw driver as well as a 3.5mm arm reamer, a screw head cleaner, an exhaust spring and E-clip remover as well as a body reamer and battery-powerd glow plug igniter. The tools make use of black anodised aluminium handles and they come with hardened tool tips.

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December 5, 2014

DE Racing Setup System complete kit

The DE Racing Setup System complete kit is now available for most popular 1/8 and 1/10 platforms. The designs is meant to offer more accurate results than standard setup systems. With the setup wheels installed the vehicle is dropped from about 15cm onto a smooth flat surface, then rolled a few centimetre forward, and the results can be checked. This process uses the geometry of the car against the rubber tyre to lock the wheels into a proper position for checking camber and toe. The rubber-shoed disc wheels come including suitable adapters and they are available for 1/8th buggies and trucks with 17mm hex as well as popular 1/10th buggies and trucks.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

December 4, 2014

GForce spring rate gauge

Available soon from GForce is the Spring Rate Gauge for precise spring hardness measurement. Housed in a sturdy aluminium case the device measures the spring rate of shock absorber springs of up to 95mm length. The result is displayed on a 4-digit display and helps to compare and select springs for a more precise shock setup. The gauge is available in black and blue colour and powered by a 6-15V DC power source.

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December 3, 2014

Arrowmax 1/8th off-road car & shock stand

New from Arrowmax and made for 1/8th off-road vehicles is this new grey-colour car stand. Sporting Arrowmax’ signature honeycomb design the stand is ideal when servicing buggies and trucks and milled-out holes for the shock absorbers help when building or maintaining the dampers. Large foam pads prevent the chassis from slipping around while rubber feet make for a secure stand on the pit table.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

December 2, 2014

Zeppin Digital Tweaker Scale Elite

Zeppin introduce their new Digital Tweaker Scale Elite weight measurement system. The patent pending height-adjustable design of the scales ensures an equal height of every platform which makes wheel load measurement as accurate as possible. They system includes four individually powered scales with hardened glass platforms for best possible rigidity against scratches, and rubber feet prevent the scales from moving on the pit table. The main unit sports an easy-to-read black and white LCD screen that helps with visibility even in bright sunshine. The heavy duty yet precise design of the scales allows to measure the individual wheel load of lightweight 1/12th scale to heavy 1/8th trucks alike. Included in the tweak system are four tweaker scales, the main unit and a height measurement tool.

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November 25, 2014

Arrowmax Mini Honeycomb 4-piece tool set

Coming from Arrowmax and usable for a range of mini-size vehicles including Kyosho’s Mini-Z cars is the 4-piece Mini Honeycomb tool set. Coming in a protective plastic case, the tools make use of Arrowmax’ unique Honeycomb design lightweight aluminium handles and included with the set comes a 1.5mm allen wrench, 2.0mm and 3.5mm Phillips screwdrivers and a 4.5mm nut driver.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

November 22, 2014

Tekno EB/NB48 revised rear arms & nut wrench

Tekno RC have revised rear arms for the EB48 and NB48 1/8th buggy and a new 5.5mm and 7mm nut wrench available. Starting with the A-arms, they are exactly the same material and dimensions as the XT arms, but with added clearance for the shock spring perches. They are a direct fit on the Tekno’s nitro and electric 1/8th buggies and they will perform well in all climates.

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November 17, 2014

Gravity RC Propel Can Black Edition

Gravity RC’s propel can, a rechargeable spray canister, is now also available in a special black edition. Coming as complete assemblies with one rebuild kit and four straws and nozzles as well as upgrade kit with black can, upper cap and new valve with straw and nozzle the canister is an alternative to commonly used motor sprays and cleaners. The canister gives a similar feel and result to motor spray during use and it can be refilled with less humanly toxic and more environmentally friendly chemicals by yourself.

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