New from Team Associated’s optional parts brand Factory Team are these updated aluminium rear hubs for the RC8B4.1 1:8 Offroad platforms. Giving your buggy or truggy maximum durability, they are CNC machined from 7075 aluminium and their updated design utilises the kit compatible carbon fibre FT rear hub towers, as well as incorporating the molded factory team adjustable axle and bearing inserts.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
South Carolina based Offroad bodyshell manufacturer Leadfinger Racing has released its latest creation, the V2 version of its Beretta 1:8 Buggy body for the SWorkz S35-4 EVO nitro and electric buggies. The V2 Beretta body is a design concept that combines Leadfinger’s previous Assassin, A2.1 Tactic and Berretta body features. The modern combination complements both hard and soft lines that provide perfect overall balance under multi surface track testing.
Schumacher is offering this new tuning option for their CAT L1R 1:10 4WD Buggy. The L1R Optional Alloy Hub and driveshaft set moves the driveshaft joint outboard 2mm, moving it further out into the wheel. This will soften the car in roll and reduce on power understeer and improve bump handling. All other geometry remains the same. This hub assembly is intended to be used with the outer wishbone hole only. There are two driveshaft versions available. The CVD Version gives great forward drive and straight line stability, usually suited to low grip surfaces. The UJ Version is used on high grip surfaces such as carpet and astro giving improved rotation. It is also good on bumpy surfaces.
1:10 Offroad conversion kit and after market parts specialists Willspeed has released this premium 4mm Carbon Fibre Camber Gauge intended for 1:10 Off Road Buggy. With 0.5 Degree Increments it features notches for axle clearance and a full engraved WS logo for one practical and tasty looking tool for your toolbox.
Source: Willspeed [willspeed.co.uk]
VP-Pro has released this upgraded Clutch Set. Keeping the same philosophy of making a high-performance mounted clutch, the aluminium shoes have been redesigned, improving performance, durability and preventing it from wearing the spring and causing possible spring breakage due to friction. The springs have also been redesigned to adapt it to the new shoes and avoid possible breakage. The 0.9mm/1.0mm/1.1mm springs are available to choose as an optional part, to best suit your driving style and track conditions. VP Pro also offer the clutch with a disassemble tool.
Having released in July the YZ10 Classic Kit as a tribute to the successful partnership between Team Associated and Yokomo, Team Associated are now releasing the Yokomo YZ-10 Classic Blue Kit. In the world of remote-controlled car racing, the 1989 IFMAR Worlds in Australia marked a pivotal moment. Team Associated and Yokomo emerged as a dominant force, with drivers Cliff Lett, Masami Hirosaka, Jay Halsey, and Butch Kloeber showcasing their prowess in 4-wheel drive with the YZ-10 and ruling the course in 2-wheel drive with Team Associated’s RC10s, setting the stage for a great partnership between the two companies. Fast forward to the 1991 IFMAR Worlds, where Masami Hirosaka stunned the racing world with a last-minute arrival of a revolutionary prototype – the Yokomo Works ’91. This cutting-edge model meticulously crafted and featured a slew of advancements derived from the winning YZ-10. From its graphite chassis to the innovative 2mm fine pitch drive belts, the Works ’91 IFMAR victory led by Cliff Lett, epitomized Team Associated’s and Yokomo’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of 4WD RC car design.
Infinity has released two lightweight optionals for their IFB8 1:8 Nitro Buggy. Machined from 7075-T6 alloy and featuring a hard coating, the CVA Cup Shaft lightweight design make them 4.3 grams compared to the steel version’s 8.3 grams allowing you to save weight and achieve maximum performance. It can also be installed on the rear hub providing additional support, which is recommended for high-grip and fast tracks. Also made from 7075-T6 alloy, lightweight Diff Cross Shafts each weigh 0.65 grams allowing you to cut weight from your transmission and achieve maximum performance. It can be installed on all the differentials of your vehicle.
Following on from the release of their PEEK idler gears for the Team Associated B7, 1:10 offroad specialist manufacturer Willspeed has released this machined 30T PEEK Idler Gear for the Schumacher LD3 2WD Buggy. PEEK (polyetheretherketone) is a premium high performance engineering plastic and boasts excellent mechanical strength, heat and wear resistance and bearing properties, the highest rated among plastics making these gears truly a fit and forget item.
Source: Willspeed [willspeed.co.uk]
