December 3, 2019

RudeBits R2.1 lightweight off-road rear wing

RudeBits have introduced the lightweight variant of their popular R2.1 1/10th off-road rear wing for 2WD and 4WD buggies. The R2.1 has been designed for a slick look with plenty wheel clearance and it was extensively tested to provide better cornering ability. Its straight rear edge allows the air to force down evenly across the rear and it features a built-in 4 degrees base angle. Made from lightweight polycarbonate material the wing weighs in at only 16g.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.co.uk]


December 3, 2019

RC-Project MBX8 Ackermann steering kit

Coming from RC-Project and made for the Mugen MBX8 series of vehicles is an Ackermann steering kit. The set was developed to optimise the steering characteristics of the vehicles by allowing for full steering lock and increasing the steering angle of the outer wheel by 12 degrees. This results in better turn in and more consistent cornering while making the car easier and more precise to control in fast sections also. Part of the package are redesigned outer steering spindle plates that offer two different steering link positions, the standard “S” marked position for high-grip and a new aggressive “A” geometry for slippery tracks. The set is machined from high-quality 7075-T6 Ergal material, the parts come with a black surface coating for wear and looks and also included are Reverse-type pivot balls whose updated geometry fine-tune the whole steering system.

Source: RC-Project [rc-project.it]


December 3, 2019

JConcepts JCI Creep 12.3″ wheelbase body

JConcepts have introduced their new JCI Creep 12.3” wheelbase crawler body shell for trucks such as the Traxxas TRX-4 Sport, the Element RC Enduro and the Axial SCX10. The Creep began a hard life working the local farms, occasional fair and eventually into the mud pits. Pulling the Creep from the hard work of a farm truck wasn’t easy, however, JConcepts has dropped the cloth on a new crawling legend. Starting with a crisp front-end, the narrow truck has a skeleton like grille and beady eyes that have an angular V shape structure setting up the hood line and front-end clip. The long nose dead-ends into the V-shaped windshield which transitions into a large single cab providing that all-important vintage feel. It was important for this body shell to have a bed area that allowed ample mounting space for different chassis combinations but also space a user can experiment with their own accessories. Behind the rear cab bracing, a bed area rests with hard rails up top for strength and security. A dove-tailed rear end gives clearance and a rather experimental aggressive look to the rear panel. The front and rear are equipped with a flange style, sheet metal appearing, wheel well housings which gives the Creep its military fit and finish. The body includes window masks and a detailed JCI Creep decal sheet.

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December 2, 2019

JConcepts 1989 Ford F-150 California Stampede body

Coming from JConcepts is their new 1989 Ford F-150 California body shell for the Traxxas Stampede truck. The body was built for the Traxxas Stampede “BIGFOOT No. 1 The Original Monster Truck” and it offers first class styling and its exterior is accentuated with smooth raised fenders and stepped front bumper. The strongest point to the design resolves back to the husky front and rear fenders giving it that pre-runner look. The extra bulk in this department gives the truck a boastful look capable of clearing an assortment of tires. A racy cab with scribed in window net, built-in racerback and roll-bar bed hosts a location for the mock spare tire for those long days in the dunes. The body features Ford licensed grille and headlights, wrap-around parking lights, a minimalist grille and an accurate and clean-looking Ford/JConcepts decal sheet. The body is a direct fit for the Traxxas BIGFOOT No. 1 and for fitment on all other Stampede models, its necessary to use the Traxxas #3619 body mount kit.

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December 2, 2019

Davide Ongaro TQs & wins at Christmas Cup

The River Park RC-off Track in Pagliare di Morro D’oro hosted the Christmas Cup over the weekend, attracting some of the region’s fastest 1/8th off-road racers as well as 1/8th Off-road World Champion, Davide Ongaro. The latter would then also be in control of things, taking the overall TQ and also the win in the 1/8th Nitro Buggy A-main final, leaving behind Dario Gabrielli (Mugen) in 2nd while David Cinti (Mugen) completed the top 3 results.

Image: River Park RC-off Track [facebook.com]


December 1, 2019

Samix Enduro 6mm offset aluminium hex adapters

Coming from Samix and made for the Element RC Enduro trail trucks are new aluminium hex adapters with 6mm offset. The wheel adapters are machined from high-quality aluminium and they are available in gun metal, blue or black anodising all of which feature machined silver edge details. The adapters are a direct fit and they come in sets of four including pre-installed set screws.

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December 1, 2019

SWorkz S12-2 2WD buggy kit – Coming soon

SWorkz have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new S12-2 1/10th scale 2WD buggy kit. No official details on features and specifications are available yet, however the drawing seems to depict a buggy that lacks a front shock tower which could be a hint on a completely new front end design compared to the previous S12 series cars. We bring you more information on the kit and its details once they become available.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]


November 29, 2019

Klinik RC Cat L1 simple battery cradle

Klinik RC have introduced their new simple battery cradle for the Schumacher Cat L1 4WD buggy. The design works with full size shorty up to 6000mAh and LCG packs utilising the full forward battery position which is considered to be the most popular among the L1 racers. The cradle is CNC milled from 3mm carbon fibre and allows changing batteries very simple and easy. Included in the set come two battery cradles, four hold down O-rings, 3x14mm screws as well as a decal sheet.

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