European X-Grip distributors Mikimodel have introduced a new range of high-quality titanium screws. The M3 fasteners are available as countersunk and button head variants and come in various length including 6mm, 8mm and 10mm. The screws are available in packs of ten from now on.
Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]
Airflow RC Racing Bodies from Italy have introduced the new Laminar buggy body shell for the Team Associated RC8B3.1. The special design, that shows very flowing lines, will make for a more neutral handling buggy especially at higher speeds and while jumping. In addition the body stands out from the current trend of “boxy” lids and it is usable also on the electric-powered RC8B3.1e buggy. The body comes moulded from clear high-quality polycarbonate and it is available now.
Coming from Italian company 7075 Special Parts is the Air Killer air remover tool for shock absorbers and gear differentials. The compact device will create a vacuum, without the need for an additional pump, that removes air bubbles that can occur in freshly-built shocks and diffs and that are known to hamper performance and consistency. The tool, made using high-quality 7075 alloy, sports an inner shock and diff stand for convenient use with flashy black and white graphics making it stand out.
Coming from Exotek and made for the TLR 22-4 2.0 1/10th 4WD buggy is a 13.5 spec centre spool set. The super light slipper lock-out conversion greatly reduces the rotating mass of the 22-4 drive line for improved acceleration and lower motor temps which is needed in the very competitive 13.5 spec classes. The complete stock slipper assembly weighs in at 32g while the complete Exotek spool is only 19.7g. The axle is made of titanium to reduce weight but maintain durability and the locking plates are lightened polished aluminium. These eliminates the heavy steel shaft, slipper pads, springs and plates all while using the TLR spur gears and pulleys for easy replacement when needed. Due to the lightweight nature of the conversion it is recommended for 13.5T and 17.5T motors.
PSM from Germany have introduced two carbon fibre shock towers for the popular Agama A215SV buggy. The front shock stay is machined from 5mm high-quality carbon fibre and was designed for heavy duty use thanks to its durable design. It features PSM’s unique double stacked rip machining for cool looks and a lower weight. The 4mm rear variant was developed to simplify vehicle setup while improving traction characteristics and it also spots a double stacked rib design. Both shock towers are available separately from now on.
View the rear shock tower here
Team Associated have introduced the latest RC8T3.1 nitro and RC8T3.1e electric Team Kit competition truggy kits. Both have been overhauled with the latest upgrades. Many of the same winning features of the B3.1 have been integrated into this latest generation of the Team Associated T3 platform. The updates make the trucks easier to drive and more consistent lap after lap thanks to a refined suspension framework while also increasing durability and consistency on the track. An expansive line of option parts allows the RC8T3.1 and T3.1e to be tuned for specific driver demands and varying conditions. Both kits are set for a release in February.
View lists of the kit’s features and more images here
Coming from RC Cars Cavalieri and made for Mugen’s MBX8 buggy are 5mm shock standoff spacers. The parts are precision-machined from carbon fibre and designed to space the shock standoffs further away from the shock tower. The set includes two spacers and longer upper shock mount screws.
Vision Racing Products has just released their new V2 rear shock tower for the HB Racing D817 and E817 line of buggies. The tower features the same geometry as the Stock V2 HB rear tower with one interesting feature has been added in the form of the wing mounting holes. There are sets of holes that allow to utilise the stock HB Racing wing mount in the stock locations, or use the new Mugen MBX8 wing mount for a finer wing height adjustment. The V2 tower is available in black anodised 7075 aluminium as well as carbon fibre.
Source: Vision Racing Products [visionracingproducts.com]
