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August 31, 2010

Spec-R Droop gauge set & Support blocks

New from Spec-R design is this precision droop gauge set and height adjustable support blocks for 1/10 cars. The droop gauge is made from CNC machined aluminium and features a measuring range from 29.5mm to 33.6mm between the set up board and drive axle. When you select the +0.5mm support blocks, it can provide the odd number data to set up the cars. Measuring from the height of the drive axles ensures that there will be no interference from the plastic parts.

Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]

August 23, 2010

Associated V2 stamped multi tool

Team Associated have release V2 of their stamped multi tool. A simple and cheap tool, it can be used for assembling, disassembling and adjusting multiple parts for your 1:10 scale vehicles. The tool offers cutouts that can hold new V2 shock bodies, shock caps, 1/8” turnbuckles, 5mm AE ball cup hex and 3/16” shock bushings.

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August 20, 2010

K Factory X turnbuckle wrenches

K Factory have released their new X turnbuckle wrenches. Made from CNC machined 7075 aluminium and coated for durability, each wrench is double ended for multi angle adjustment. Their thin shape allows for easy access into tight areas and they have been laser engrave with the wrench size for quick and easy identification. Available in 2.6mm, 3.5mm and 4.5mm versions.

Source: K Factory [kfactoryracing.com]

August 10, 2010

Fastrax Robot 1/10th set-up system

Fastrax has re-vamped their 1/10th touring car on road set-up station with this new machined aluminium ‘Robot’ version supplied in its own carrying wallet. Available in blue or black anodised aluminium, it provides accurate measurement of caster, camber, toe-in/out and now ride height with the new ride height gauge. Bearing supported pieces can be quickly assembled with the supplied thumb screws for a tight, no slop platform to make your changes.

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August 10, 2010

CSO Racing range of tools

CSO Racing has produced a complete range of allen wrenches using hard coated high speed steel material for the tips and lightweight knurled aluminium for the handles. The range includes a 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm allen wrenches and 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm ball tip hex wrenches.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

August 5, 2010

ProTek R/C Tool pouch & wrench holder

A Main Hobbies have announced a ProTek R/C brand Tool pouch & wrench holder. This tool pouch is made from blue canvas type material and has two holes with metal grommets at the top with a flap that folds over the tools and fastens with velcro material to keep the tools in place. This stylish pouch features the ProTek R/C logo and slogan in White and Black, and has pockets for ten of your prized tools with elastic straps to hold them securely.

Source: ProTek RC [amainhobbies.com]

August 2, 2010

Core RC Polybutler Pit Box

Core RC have announced that they are selling the legendary Polybutler Pit Box. There can’t be many racers alive that have not seen or owned one of these magic pit boxes. The tough plastic tool box is robust and strong, with enough space to carry most RC tools, motors, batteries, spare parts etc etc. Features 8 drawers in 2 different sizes, with lockable clasp and a Core RC branding decal.

Source: Core RC [racing-cars.com]

July 28, 2010

Racing Experience Engine screw drivers

Adding to the already extensive range of tools from Racing Experience these engine screw-drivers are the latest offering from the French company. They have the same purple handle but the tips have more spring effect compared to allen wrench as HSS would have been too brittle for flat head screw drivers.

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