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November 2, 2018

Tamiya introduce new T3-01 optionals

Coming soon from Tamiya is a range of new option parts for the popular T3-01 Dancing Rider trike. First up is a set of hard and soft front springs that help to fine-tune the characteristics of the vehicle. The set includes a pair of soft and hard springs with colour coding as well as 3mm X-rings and a portion of grease. Also new is a set of colour-coded rear springs in soft or hard configuration, again used to fine-tune the trike’s suspension to various track conditions. Last in the line of suspension tuning options is a medium and hard steering spring set that helps to set the steering characteristics. Colour coded for easy identification the set also includes sponge tape. Other new parts include an aluminium swing shaft set for weight-saving and smoother function as well as an aluminium front axle set, again saving weight and making for a more agile handling. Last but not least comes a soft compound front tyre that helps to find grip in lower traction or temperature conditions.

View the other new parts here

November 2, 2018

T-Works T4’19 graphite bumper plate

T-Works have introduced a new graphite bumper plate for the Xray T4’19 touring car. Designed to replace the standard composite plate for a cooler looking and more sturdy item, the plate fits the 2019 kit, it includes two orange anodised alloy bushings and it is available now.

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

November 2, 2018

MIP Kraton/Outcast Race Duty drive kit

MIP have introduced their new Race Duty drive kit for the Arrma Kraton and Outcast trucks. Made from the highest quality hardened alloy steel, the kit can easily upgrade the car’s front or rear drive. It offers increased overall strength due to large 6mm tapered bone compared to 5mm of OEM and the tolerances are all improved from the coupler hole, to the entire assembly. In addition rotation of the cup of the axle to the bone is much smoother and not notchy like the OEM fitment for an overall smoother driveline action.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

November 2, 2018

KO Propo Advantage Capacitor D

Coming from KO Propo is the Advantage Capacitor D that was specially designed for drift car applications. The capacitor board can be soldered to the positive and negative terminals of any brushless speed controller and ensures a smooth and controllable power supply as it is necessary for drift car racing. The capacitor comes protected with black shrink wrap and sports a gold-coloured sticker for looks and easy identification.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]

November 2, 2018

2019 CTS4 – Announcement

The popular Champion Touring Series race series will kick off its fourth season from the 18th to 20th of January at 702 Raceway in Las Vegas, Nevada. For 2019 some major changes are planned for the CTS4 with the new platform being an Exhibition Series with no points chase and is happening across the USA. 12th Scale and Pro 10 will be an addition to the series due to the popular demand in pan car. The Spec Tire for Touring will be Elexis while USGT uses Gravity mesh wheel radial tires and Formula as well as Pan Cars are open tire. There is also a new racing format which entails one seeding round and three qualifiers using IFMAR qualifying with rocket round on Saturday. On Sunday, racers that make the A-Main will have three chances to win a trophy for the Exhibition round including the top qualifier. The vision for this season is to bring the platform across the country versus racing only in California. This breeds more RC racing and will grow the hobby. Champion Touring Series would like to welcome the new tracks below for the 2019 schedule as follows. Full details and the complete 7-race schedule can be found on social media here.

November 1, 2018

Fenix G56 200mm & 235mm pan cars

Fenix have introduced their new G56 1/10th pan car platform that includes 200mm World GT and 235mm Pro10 cars. Both cars are available in conventional 256mm wheelbase pivot rear suspension design or as 275mm wheelbase V-link/Quad-link variant with the latter being very popular for high-powered Pro10 cars. From default the pivot cars are usable with transversal or inline shorty packs while the V-link cars also accept standard touring car packs. Both cars share as many components as possible including the all-new front end consisting of flex-adjustable 2.5mm carbon fibre lower arms and a 2.5mm upper beam. Also the chassis can be swapped between the two versions, allowing to build a LWB pivot or SWB V-link car. The kits are available with a high-torque ball or easy-to-use gear differential – both of which rely on titanium axles for a low weight, precision and durability – and they are available from now on.

View the other variants here

November 1, 2018

RPM X-Maxx threaded hinge pins

In response to customer demand, RPM have release a set of threaded hinge pins for the Traxxas X-Maxx monster truck. They work with stock Traxxas A-arms as well as RPM A-arms, are manufactured from stainless steel and are tough as nails. The hinge pins are 4mm x 56mm and work in the outer A-arm hinge pin location. Each kit comes with four threaded hinge pins and four M3 locknuts. The hinge pins can be used as a replacement for CEN GS025 hinge pins as well but RPM versions use a 3mm locknut instead of a 4mm version.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]

November 1, 2018

Schumacher release new Cougar KC & KD option parts

Schumacher have announced the release of two new Speed Secrets option parts for the Cougar KC and KD cars. Firstly a new carbon fibre chassis that is 5mm shorter than the standard carbon fibre one. Used by Schumacher’s high-level team recently, it provides the car with more overall steering and agility on tight and twisty tracks which is especially good for carpet racing.

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