Xceed have introduced their new V2 17mm wheel nut wrench for 1/8th scale buggies, trucks and GT cars. Constructed from aluminium and coming in a grey and green surface finish, the lightweight wrench allows for easy tightening and undoing of 17mm wheel nuts, even of heavily jammed serrated wheel nuts. Laser-etched logos round out the visual appearance.
Made for Tamiya’s TT02B entry-level buggy are Xtra Speed’s new aluminium front and rear shock sets. They consist of 70mm front and 95mm rear shocks that feature threaded aluminium shock bodies, aluminium upper and lower shock caps as well as aluminium spring pre-load nuts and lower spring perches. While adding visual impact and durability. the shocks will also improve overall suspension efficiency compared to the standard plastic dampers. The shocks come as separate front and rear sets and also include suitable springs.
The Factory Team M4 low-profile wheel nuts from Associated Electrics are designed to fit on the front of 1/10th scale buggies such as the Team Associated B74, B64, TLR 22, TLR 22-4, Tekno EB410, Yokomo YZ-4 SF that require a thin nut to maintain the legal width limit at major events. With large-diameter locking serrations, these wheel nuts bite into the face of the wheel to create a secure hold and they come in sets of four.
Source: Associated Electrics [associatedelectrics.com]
Coming from T-Works and made for the Agama A319 1/8th scale buggy are front and rear shock tower made of 4mm carbon fibre. The shock stays are understood to mimic the stock suspension geometry, however their different weight and flex characteristics can be beneficial in certain track conditions. The towers are available separately for the front and rear of the buggy and also as combo set including both.
View the rear shock tower here
Xtra Speed have introduced new optional parts for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck in the form of an aluminium skid plate and stainless steel links. Starting with the skid plate, the sturdy part is machined from high-quality aluminium and it comes black anodised for looks and surface protection. Heavy machining ensures great looks and exceptional stability. Included comes suitable mounting hardware. Also new is a stainless steel suspension link set that adds weight while offering cool looks and great corrosion resistance. Included in the set also comes a suitable steering link.
View the stainless steel link set here
Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Traxxas TRX-6 6×6 trail truck are three new aluminium axle housings. Available for the front, centre, and rear of the truck, the housings are made of CNC-machined aluminium for exceptional durability and precision. The housings utilise 1-piece suspension link mounts and come including bearing holders. A black surface coating offers additional protection and makes for scale looks.
View the centre and rear axle housings here
JConcepts have introduced a new aluminium option part for the Team Associated B74 buggy in the form of a floating servo mount post. Durability in the chassis assembly is crucial to a proper handling vehicle. The JConcepts floating servo mount post is machined in high-grade aluminium and anodised blue for top-notch looks. The servo mount post aligns on the outside and attaches to the outer tabs of the servo using the stock hardware. The rigid assembly and lightweight construction of the post is a perfect complement to the B74. The assembly can be topped off with the stock servo plate or the optional JConcepts hanging servo mount plate.
Leadfinger Racing have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new body shell for the TLR 22X-4 1/10th scale buggy. The lid will feature many of the company’s signature features, such as an added roof vent for improved electronics cooling and the traditional LFR swoop that disburses airflow to the wing. Full details will be unveiled in time of the release.
Source: Leadfinger Racing [leadfingerrc.com]
