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December 11, 2020

Smokem Racing R12 roll centre shim sets

Smokem Racing introduce their new carbon fibre roll centre shim sets for the ARC R12. Available in 1.0mm and 1.5mm versions, the shims are used to raise the R12 suspension arm mounts, allowing roll centres to be raised in larger increments without stacking multiple shims. Raising the roll centre releases the car from excessive grip through a corner, allowing for improved flow and corner speed. Features a unique design that allows the same shim to be used under all 1-piece toe blocks.

View the full shim set here

December 11, 2020

Yeah Racing Mini-Z tool kit

From Yeah Racing, this tool set is perfect for those upgrading and/or rebuilding their Mini-Z. Supplied with all the required sizes of Phillips head (00, 0 & 1), nut drivers (3.5mm, 4mm, & 4.5mm) and a 1.5mm hex driver, they come in a handy carry case with elasticated loops. The tools themselves sport neat spiral knurled black anodised aluminium handles while the specially treated tool steel tips offer exceptional life.

View the carry case here

December 11, 2020

T-Works chassis balancing tool set

T-Works have released this chassis balancing tool set. Designed to fit any chassis with pre-drilled balancing holes in the front and rear, they help to achieve perfect left-to-right chassis balance. The stands are machined from aluminium, they feature a black surface coating and are further machined to reduce weight, with the pins made from steel. Sold as a pair they come in a foam lined plastic case.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

December 11, 2020

Factory Pro RC T4’21 body stop system

Factory Pro RC have released this body stop system for the Xray T4’21. Very similar to the stock part, it is mounted to the c-hub and the carbon plates height are height adjustable. However the these versions are topped off with a much larger volume top header with foam pad to give the body shell maximum support and reduced damage at the point of contact. Supplied with two pairs of headers, two carbon plates and large foam pads.

View the set here

December 10, 2020

Sunpadow Platin 1S competition LiPo pack

Sunpadow announces the launch of this Platin series 3.7V 8000mAh pack which is an ultra-thin, low centre-of-gravity lithium battery for racing. Specially developed for the 1/12th modified class, which consists of 8-minute races, it features a large capacity, weighs just 159 grams and is 93 x 47 x 18.5mm. Excellent discharge capability ensures a stable voltage supply for racing, especially for the last one or two minutes of the race, where the voltage is usually very low, minimising the risk of any shutdown of your electronics, which is caused by excessive instantaneous voltage drop from the large current output in 1S applications.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

December 9, 2020

Exotek Racing Slash drag bumper set

Add protection to your 2wd Slash street eliminator with Exotek Racing’s heavy duty alloy, carbon fibre and foam bumper set. Details include a heavy duty alloy and carbon fibre mounting base that secures the extra wide high density foam bumper. Inside the foam bumper are 3 alloy posts for extra secure foam bumper mounting. This design also allows you to experiment with adding nylon body posts onto the bumper or perhaps a lexan body lip (splitter) on the under side of the bumper.

View more images of the mounted bumper here

December 9, 2020

T-Works TC-01 aluminium centre CVDs

For the Tamiya TC-01, T-Works have produced these 54mm front and rear centre CVDs. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium, they weigh only 9.2 grams, compared to the steel versions from T-Works at 11.74 grams. Making for a more efficient drivetrain, they are now lighter which improves performance by lowering the rotating mass.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

December 8, 2020

Jackie Shum joins Serpent Hong Kong

Serpent have signed top Hong Kong driver Jackie Shum to their regional team. A veteran of the HK scene and well known across Asia, the former Yokomo team driver had this to say:

First of all, I would like to thank Serpent for giving me the opportunity to join Serpent EP on-road team. It is for sure a great pleasure of me to be part of the team. I have tested the car for a couple weeks and I can say that the car is great. From now on, I will help develop and promote Serpent brand with my other teammates.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]