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March 7, 2012

Team Grid Shock Shaft Tool

Team Grid releases the ultimate tool for easy installation of shock rod end balls to shock shafts. The Team Grid Shock Shaft Tool makes it effortless to assemble hundreds of shock shafts without ever having to squeeze a pair of pliers. The Team Grid Shock Shaft Tool uses a clamping design, so that once it is clamped down on the shock shaft, it wont let go until you are ready to release it. Incorporating 3, 3.5 and 4mm holes, this tool will accommodate almost all of today’s shock shafts, especially the 4mm shock shafts which are the toughest to install ball ends as most builders already know. CNC machined from USA Grade aluminium and anodized for durability.

View another image of the tool here

February 29, 2012

Duratrax 12-tip multi-driver tool

The Duratrax 12-tip multi-driver tool stores six double-ended tool bits in the handle and does the work of a dozen different drivers with just one handy tool. The machined, anodized aluminum handle is hex-shaped to resist rolling and improve grip. The end cap rotates to select the preferred bit. Bit length is adjustable, so the modeler can shorten it for more torque or lengthen it for greater reach.

Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]

February 15, 2012

Arrowmax chassis droop gauge blocks

Arrowmax have released their new chassis droop gauge blocks in 10mm, 20mm and 30mm versions. Featuring a unique design and production technique, the blocks are CNC machined from 7075 aluminium to create a frame and mounted with graphite plate on all 4 edges to keep weight down. Laser engraved on the frame with the Arrowmax logo.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

February 11, 2012

C.Andy’s C1 sanding adapter

C.Andy’s introduce their C1 sanding adapter designed for the use with 1/12 scale on-road tyres. The special design incorporated three bolts that hold the rim in place during the tyre truing process and prevent a deformation of the rim as often found on systems that only use a central nut to hold the wheel in place. This results in a perfectly trued tyre and a maximised contact patch right from the start. The adapter is available in two versions for Mobgum and CRC pre-glued tyres.

Source: C.Andy’s [rccarprototypes.de]

February 5, 2012

Capricorn rim reamer

Italian company Capricorn have released this rim reamer tool for 1/8th and 1/10th scale wheels. The tool is simple to use, fitting into the back side of a rim and using the axle hole as a central rotation point, it allows your to change the thickness of the wheel by shaving the material away. A rim with thinner material is softer and so provides more traction.

View the 1/10th rim reamer here

January 31, 2012

Duratrax body reamer & scissors

Duratrax have released a trio of essential tools in the form of a body reamer, body scissors and a curved tip scissors. These are must-have tools for any well-equipped workshop and they’re available from Duratrax individually or in practical, cost-saving sets. All three feature high-quality construction for a long life of frequent use with the reamer sport an ergonomic handle for extra comfort and control.

Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]

January 29, 2012

Jammin hex wrench & screw driver set

Jammin has released two new tool sets, a hex wrench set and a screw driver set. Both sets come supplied in a handy plastic container and each of the tools features a handle made out of anodized aluminium for maximum durability with a comfortable feel allowing for maximum grip. The tips are replaceable and made out of a very durable steel alloy making them almost impossible to strip. Each wrench has a laser etched wrench size on the handle and a different color end cap making it easier to locate the wrench size quickly. The hex wrench set includes a 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm while the screw driver set comes with a Philips 3mm, Philips 5mm, flat 3mm & flat 5mm.

View the screw driver set here

January 28, 2012

Racers Edge Power Grip nut drivers

Back by popular demand and updated for 2012, the Racers Edge Power Grip nut drivers come complete with rubber grips and in all common standard and metric sizes. Each size is etched into the bit, just like the original series, for quick reference in your pit box. Each size is precision machined with a narrow overall circumference for the best possible fit in any application. Their new ‘Grenade’ grips make for a locked in but comfortable feel for those long wrenching sessions. Available in 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 7.0mm & 8.0mm as well as 3/16″, 1/4″, 11/32″ & 3/8″ versions.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]