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August 25, 2022

Arrowmax SES Max Smart Electric Screwdriver

We all know the importance of good tools for working on our RC cars and well known RC tool and accessories brand Arrowmax are taking things to a completely new level with their SES MAX Smart Electric Screwdriver Pen. Its predecessor, SES PRO has won the Red Dot “2021 Innovative Product Design Award” and the latest SES MAX enriched its various functions. Designed to make projects a whole lot easier, the SES MAX is a state-of-the-art electric screwdriver that can automatically sense direction and torque so all you really need to do is hold the screwdriver while it does all the work. Arrowmax have launched the SES MAX via Kickstarter full details of which can be viewed here.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

August 24, 2022

SWORKz S35-4 Pro-composite Arm Covers

Sworkz has released Pro-composite Carbon Arched-Bridge-System rear lower arm covers for use on their S35-4 Nitro and Electric Buggy kits. Available in 3 different thickness, 1.0/1.5/2.0 mm, they adjust the lower arm’s stiffness. The new design covers use 3mm socket screws to lock the plates which are stronger and have less arm movement.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

August 23, 2022

T-Works RC8 B4 Graphite Shock Towers

T-Works has released new 4mm graphite front and rear shock towers for Team Associated’s RC8 B4 Buggy. The rear shock tower gives a raised up wing mount position.

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

August 19, 2022

Pro-Line 1:8 Axis Wing

Pro-Line has added this new Axis Wing to their range of 1:8 Buggy products. Tested extensively by Pro-line’s Factory Team drivers, the Axis wing provides increased forward traction, high-speed stability, and jumping consistency. It includes an add-on wicker-bill that allows you to tune the performance of the wing to your liking along with pre-marked dimples across the rear of the wing, for drilling holes to combat windy conditions and reduce drag. IFMAR-spec endplates provide the ideal side bite in loose conditions. Mounting the wing is made easy with markings for 40mm and 48mm wing mount widths and 5 fore/aft positions. Made in the USA, the Axis wing is available in white or black.

View more images of wing here

August 18, 2022

Pro-Line Racing B6.4 Axis Light Weight Body

Pro-Line Racing has introduced this new Axis light weight body for Team Associated’s B6.4. Featuring a super low-slung design with sharp lines throughout, the Cab-forward design provides enhanced steering response while the small side fins balance out the rear of the car with ideal side-bite. The rear of the Axis body has the right amount of clearance for the gearbox and fits the chassis and bulkhead shape of your race buggy perfectly.

View more images here

August 17, 2022

Hudy hard case for Accessories/Air Vac 1:8 Offroad

Following on from their onroad starter box hard case release last week, Hudy has added to their case range with this smaller example to store and protect your accessories. Measuring 215x90x85mm, the case is also ideally suited to house Hudy’s Air Vac ultra-compact electric-powered vacuum pump for 1/8 off-road shock absorbers. High-quality materials ensure the durability and long life of this hard case. The upper lid features inner net pocket with a zipper.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

August 17, 2022

Yokomo 3 Pad Slipper Set for YZ-2 Series

Yokomo has added a new 3-pad Slipper Set for their YZ-2 2WD Buggy. Using additional parts, the set offers smoother performance over the standard two pads with finer adjustments possible. Especially on high-grip surfaces, Yokomo say the traction stability is enhanced and issue of fade, due to frictional heat, is reduced.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

August 16, 2022

PSM 8IGHT X/E 2.0 Shock Towers

German parts manufacturer PSM have released new carbon fibre shock towers for TLR’s recently released 8IGHT X/E 2.0. The German company’s R&D team has spent quite some track-time with the TLR latest 1:8 Offroad buggy since its release and during their tests they discovered that some adjustments could be made to further improve it’s performance. The result is these new front and rear shock towers, made from genuine PSM carbon fibre, which has been proven to be very durable and a great option to create more overall traction and steering capabilities. Due to the lightweight design and material, it will lower the centre of gravity of your vehicle. In addition to that, the refined suspension geometry results in stable and predictable vehicle handling combined with easier setup due to the removal of unnecessary linkage options.

View spec and rear tower here