Made for the Fazer intermediate-level 1/10th scale on-road car is this aluminium steering knuckle set from Kyosho. Machined from high-quality aluminium the stub axles come anodised in a gun metal colour and laser-etched for easy identification. The parts are made to replace the standard composite knuckles for improved durability and they include a set of hardware such as screws, bushings, pivot balls and shims.
Coming from Spec-R and made for Tamiya’s MF-01X kit is a range of blue anodised aluminium option parts. First up is a set of front castor blocks that are made to replace the standard plastic parts. The hubs offer improved durability, cool looks and they include a 6-piece set of bushings for the kingpins. Also new are three different length centre driveshafts, again made from aluminium and coming with a blue finish, the laser-etched parts are available in 203mm, 188mm, and 173mm configuration and they are not only light of weight but also spin very true, making for optimised drivetrain efficiency. Last but not least comes a 4-piece set of aluminium gear differential shafts. Again made to scrub weight and reduce rotation mass the parts also look cool until they are hidden inside the differential case.
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Hudy have introduced their new team rucksack for work and travelling. The compact-sized, lightweight bag pack features bright Hudy graphics, an air-flow bag for comfort as well as large and small compartments for convenient storage of a multitude of things. A thick padding helps to protect the internals while a unique framework ensures stability and good looks even when empty.
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Reigning Italian National Senior class Champion, Mattia Collavo joins ARC for the 2016 season. Mattia plans to participate at the Italian Nationals, as well as selected ENS events, the European Championships and other major races and he has the following to say about the deal:
First of all, I would like to thank Team Shepherd and Bracing for their support over the last year. I’m happy and excited to join the ARC team and I am willing to start the new season in the best way possible. I am planning to do a lot of testing and to keep my racing schedule busy so as to give the whole team plenty of feedbacks and support. I hope to have a year full of success and satisfaction together with team ARC. See you on the racetracks!
Source: ARC [arc-rc.com.tw]
Xray have announced the signing of multiple Czech national champion, Karel “Kaja” Novotny to their off-road team. The long-time Team Durango racer will reinforce the Xray team on a national and international level by attending the Czech national series, the Mibosport Cup, the EOS as well as the European Championships, running Xray’s 1/10th and 1/8th scale buggies. Karel has the following to say:
To work with Xray team is like a dream come true and I am very happy for this opportunity. The ultimate precision, professionalism and the dedication of the Xray team is what inspires me and is the motivation for me to work on my next improvements in my racing career. I would like to thanks to Xray for this chance and I will do my best to prove my racing quality as well as my RC car knowledge with which I would like to help R&D team.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Team Associated have released lightweight pillow balls for the RC8B3 and RC8B3e buggies. The parts are a direct replacement for the standard steel versions and they reduce unsprung mass in the front steering block assembly, resulting in a more aggressive steering feel which is perfect for smooth track conditions with high grip levels.
Pro-Line has new merchandise available in the form of a zip-up hoodie and two T-shirts. Starting with the hoodie, the black zip-up with lightning Bolt styling sports a huge white P-L outlined in light blue strikes down on the upper left chest and a full Pro-Line logo along the left arm. Coming with the same lightning Bolt styling is the blue Bolt T-shirt. A huge white P-L outlined in light blue strikes down on the upper left chest and a small centred logo on the back completes the look. The shirt is made from premium Tri-Blend material for maximum comfort and minimum shrinkage. Last but not least comes the Script black T-shirt with retro styling and a small black and white Pro-Line logo on the front and centre with a large centred retro diner’s style logo on the back completing the look. The shirts are available soon in S to XXL sizes.
Team Magic have introduced a 2mm aluminium chassis plate for the E4RS III+ touring car. Machined from black anodised 7075 aluminium the symmetrical chassis provides a more predictable handling on medium to high-bite carpet tracks. Laser-etched logos in the battery pack area also add some visual impact.
Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]
