Tamiya have announced the release of their updated range of TRF tools. Similar to those previously available from the Japanese company, they feature new titanium coated tips for added durability and updated signature Tamiya blue knurled aluminium handles. Available in 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm hex tips, 2.5mm hex ball tip and 5.5mm and 7.0mm nut spinners, there are also spare 1.5mm and 2.0mm hex tips available.
Source: Tamiya [teamtrf.com]
Hudy have released these lightweight chassis droop gauge support blocks for off-road cars and truggies. The aluminium frame is CNC machined and drilled for a super lightweight design and the size guarantees accurate & precise downstop measurements. It is essential for proper handling to achieve balanced down-travel on each side of the suspension and as such Hudy is the first RC company to develop and produce the first purposefully-designed 1/8 off-road large-size droop gauge support blocks.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Following on from the release of the shock maintenance tool by Much More earlier in the week, comes this similar shock shaft tool. Sporting the same streamlined design for easy handling as the previous tool, this hard anodised black tool allows for safe and easy maintenance of the shock by clamping the shock shaft without scoring the surface. Suitable for use with 1/10 up to 1/8 big bore shocks.
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KM Racing have released a sport version of their handy Pitman, pit lane tool box. Similar to their original, it uses FRP plate in place of carbon fibre which is still lightweight but helps reduce the cost. Able to carry a fuel gun and a range of necessary tools, it folds down nice and compact for easy transport. Available in red, blue and gun metal colours.
Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]
Much More have released this handy shock maintenance tool. Precision CNC machined from aluminium, it features a streamlined design for easy handling and allows for safe and easy maintenance of the shock. The one tool is suitable for clamping 1/10 and 1/8 big bore shocks and comes hard anodized with a gun metal colour.
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Much More have introduced this new engine bearing tool set which has been designed for easy removal and installation. Made to fit .21 engines with 14×6 and 7×6 sized bearings, its simple design makes for easy extraction of the bearings, while reassembly is done in one go with both the front and rear bearing being pressed in together, ensuring they are perfectly aligned. Supplied in a handy carry case.
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Adding to their range of power tool tips for electric screwdrivers, Hudy have released two new Socket power tool tips. Manufactured from Hudy spring steel these new socket tips comes in 5.5mm and 7.0mm. The end of all the tips are manually grounded for maximum precision and perfect fit to the fastener and additionally heat treated and hardened for maximum life.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Fastrax have released a number of new products, including these two new scissors, for cutting lexan and for tuning buggy tires. The latter feature a finer point, perfect for snipping off some outer spikes, to either fully or half their height, to lessen traction. The smaller point make these scissors a must and very accurate when trimming tyres. Fastrax is also expanding its nitro accessory line with a whole range of aftermarket pipe sets including this budget priced 1/8th pipe set. Now you can conveniently upgrade your stock RTR pipe set with this high performance 2-chamber polished pipes set. Suitable for most 1/8th off road buggies, truggies and trucks and touring cars the set includes the pipe, manifold, rubber seals and mounting springs.
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