September 24, 2019

Kyosho seal cartridge & turnbuckle wrench

Kyosho have announced the soon release of their new shock seal cartridge and turnbuckle wrench specially made for their Ultima RB7 and Lazer ZX7 buggies. The tool, that is machined from aluminium and that comes with an anodised surface finish for wear and looks, will help with shock building, maintenance and setup as it helps to fasten or loosen the lower seal cartridge cap more easily and conveniently. In addition the compact tool features 3.5mm and 5.5mm turnbuckle wrenches for toe and camber setting changes on the fly.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

September 23, 2019

JConcepts Finnisher T6.1/YZ-2T truck body shell

Coming from JConcepts is the Finnisher truck body shell for both the Team Associated T6.1 and the Yokomo YZ-2T stadium trucks. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance-oriented core. A revised front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for unique geometry while smoothing out the front down force area. Front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals stand-out like an 18-wheeler. Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the Finnisher body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. The latest stadium trucks can utilize shocks placed on the front or rear of the rear suspension, the JConcepts body accommodates both configurations for the utmost versatility. The new body includes a high-performance gurney spoiler which increases rear grip and balances the handling characteristics of the aggressively styled body. The body fits both the T6.1 and YZ-2T kits.

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September 23, 2019

Traxxas Maxx 1/10th 4WD monster truck

Traxxas have introduced their all-new Maxx 1/10th scale 4WD monster truck. The smaller sibling of the popular X-Maxx 1/8th truck features an ultra-tough composite chassis design with integrated shock mounts and a rugged battery retention system. The energy absorbing chassis and bumper mounts combine with interlocking bulkheads to form a bedrock foundation for the heavy-duty suspension and driveline. Huge threaded aluminium GT-Maxx shock absorbers with large diameter shafts manage the suspension damping while new 2.8” wheels with a 17mm hex mounting pattern and flanged locknuts are putting the power of the high-output 540XL brushless motor to the ground. Also new is an advanced 32-bit microprocessor brushless speed controller. The truck, that is capable of speeds of over 90km/h, is decked out with a new design body shell.

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September 23, 2019

Team Brood Racing B-Mag Magnesium washers

Team Brood Racing’s B-Mag Magnesium washers are a first of their kind tuning option made for discriminating racers. Precision machined from AZ31 grade magnesium and nickel-plated, these washers are ideal for a variety of applications – ball stud risers, hub spacers, steering knuckle spacers, etc. Most know that magnesium is about 35 percent lighter than a comparable aluminium part, but magnesium also offers superior dent resistance for improved precision over time, and is able to be machined to incredibly strict tolerances for more accurate suspension settings. Most importantly magnesium has the highest known damping capacity of any structural metal available. B-Mag magnesium washers are available in multiple sizes – from 0.35mm to 2.0mm in 0.25mm increments, and 2.0mm to 3.5mm in 0.5mm increments allowing subtle increment changes and precision tuning. The size options also reduce the need to stack washers as stacking can cause binding under load, friction, inconsistent torque specs, and setting changes due to washer shift, which can impact consistency and long term performance. The washers feature a flashy nickel plated finish, but not just for the look. Nickel offers resistance to corrosion and wear, improved hardness, additional strength, and enhanced ductility. The washers are available in several combinations including 0.35/0.75mm 4-each packs, 1.25/1.5/1.75mm 2-each packs, 2.5/3.0/3.5mm 2-each packs, as 0.35mm/0.5mm/1mm 4-each and 2mm 2-each pack and also as complete tuning kit.

Source: Team Brood Racing [teambrood.com]

September 23, 2019

STRC TRX-4 & SCX10 II brass diff covers

ST Racing Concepts have introduced new brass differential covers for the Traxxas TRX-4 and Axial SCX10 II trail trucks. For stability and enhanced performance, crawler enthusiast have relied on using brass components to add more weight to the axles and to the lower parts of their rig. To help add more weight and scale realism, the brass covers come with a black surface coating for looks and corrosion resistance with the TRX-4 cover adding nearly 47g of weight to the drive axles while the SCX10 II part adds nearly 27g of weight. The covers are usable with the front and rear axles and they are available now.

View the SCX10 II brass diff cover here

September 22, 2019

Bittydesign Vision MBX8 Eco body shell

Bittydesign have announced the soon release of their Vision body shell for the Mugen MBX8 Eco 1/8th electric buggy kit. Following the design elements introduced with the Vision MBX8 nitro buggy body, the electric variant will also offer a more balanced feeling while providing an easier to drive car compared to the stock Mugen kit body shell. The lid is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, and it comes pre-cut, ensuring swift and easy prepping. Several venting holes, that can be opened if needed, allow to cool down the buggy’s electronics while the overall shape allows ample room for the LiPo battery. The body comes clear, including window masks and a pre-cut decal sheet and it fits the MBX8 Eco as well as the older spec MBX7 Eco buggies.

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September 21, 2019

T-Works MP9 series steel CVD sets

T-Works have announced the release of new steel CVD driveshaft sets for Kyosho Inferno MP9 based vehicles. Available for the front of the MP9 TKI4, MP9E Evo and GT3 is a 93mm set while for the rear a 91mm set suits the MP9 TKI3 and GT3 kits. The driveshafts are machined from high-quality steel material, they include precision-ground wheel axles as well as couplers and cup-shaped cross pin retainers. The driveshafts come as pairs and they are available now.

View the 91mm driveshaft set here

September 21, 2019

JConcepts Octagons Aqua compound 2.2” buggy tyres

JConcepts have announced the release of their popular Octagons 2.2” buggy tyres in Aqua compound. Developed for high-bite slick tyre racing, the tyre features a heavy X-pattern style inner ribbing for increased support while the continuous thickness carcass is light-weight and utilises the industry standard 2.2” mounting bead. Like the name suggests, the embossed tread which is Octagon-shaped is repeated and overlapped to form a subculture of grippy surface edges for dry or abrasive surfaces. The main surface of the tyre has the reliable slick and smooth surface which grips conditions as expected from a JConcepts tire. The Octagons are available as 2WD front, 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear variant in aqua, green, black, and indoor clay, gold compounds to match just about any racing surface. Each package includes the Dirt-Tech insert.

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