T-Works have introduced a range of aluminium shock standoffs for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 kits. Available as 4-piece standard length as well as 2-piece +4mm and +5mm sets, the standoffs are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard anodised for wear and looks. Includes with the shock mounts also come suitable screws.
View the +4mm and +5mm standoffs here
Team Associated have introduced their new MT28 1/28th scale mini ready-to-run monster truck. This no-nonsense pint-sized monster truck sports eye-catching graphics and drives smooth thanks to its powerful electric motor and capable drivetrain. The included 2.4 GHz transmitter gives the driver complete control through and over obstacles with ease and with the increased ground clearance and rubber tyres, the truck offer exceptional handling for its size. And when the offroad thrills exhaust the vehicle’s integrated battery, the convenient built-in transmitter charger makes it easy to get back to full power in less than an hour. A built-in rechargeable battery and 4 AAs are already included in the box.
View a list of the features and more images here
Coming from Ultimate Racing are new conical 16mm shock pistons for a range of 1/8th off-road kits. Available as blue-colour 1.3mm and red-colour 1.2mm variants, both are of an angled 8-hole design that help with smooth overall damper action and improved pack while landing jumps. The shock pistons come in sets of two each and they are usable for most 16mm inner diameter shock absorbers.
The 2018 Kyosho 3-Lap Challenge was held at Nor-Cal Hobbies last weekend and it was Jared Tebo who would TQ both 2WD Mod and 4WD Mod Buggy after the double qualifiers. In the 5-minute 2WD Mod A-main it was again Jared on top with Zach Rogers and Chris Silva coming in 2nd and 3rd while in the single 4WD Mod A-main Tebo took the win from Julian Jimenez 2nd and Ryan Brignani 3rd.
View the 4WD Mod Buggy podium here
Coming from HRC Distribution is the new HRC Racing 3S 6000mAh softcase LiPo battery pack. The battery is usable in all applications that require increased voltage, such as monster or outlaw short course trucks. The pack measures a compact 133x43x27mm, weighs in at 335g and fits most 2S LiPo battery compartments. It is built from 50C/100C cells, offers 11.1V output and it is available with T-type or XT90 connectors.
Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]
Muchmore have introduced their new Impact LCG HV FD3 3800mAh competition shorty LiPo battery pack. The power source measures 95.8×46.8×22.5mm and the battery’s low-profile design makes for an overall lower centre of gravity while the somewhat high capacity of 3800mAh gives ample running time even for power-hungry classes. The high voltage battery is built from high-grade 120C cells, it weighs in at a lightweight 186g and will hit stores soon.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Yeah Racing have introduced a set of 12mm wheel hex adapters with 20mm offset that is suitable for most 1/10th crawlers and trail trucks. The adapters are machined from high-quality aluminium and allow to substantially widen the track width for increased stability and less chances to roll the vehicle in heavy terrain. The set is available in black or red anodising and it included four adapters, four locking posts and four set screws.
T-Works have introduced their new manifold support for a range of 1/8th off-road vehicles. The Type A support is 10.5mm tall and usable with kits such as the Kyosho MP9 TKI2 to TKI4, JQ Racing’s THE Car Black Edition, the HongNor X3 GT/X3 and Evo/X3 as well as the HB Racing D817T, D817 Ver.2, D817 and D815. The Type B 7mm support is usable with the Mugen MBX8 buggy exclusively. Using the manifold support ensures the exhaust system will move less when going over rough parts of the track or when bottoming out after landing a jump, which results in a lot less stress on all exhaust and engine components and thus improve longevity. The supports include suitable mounting hardware.
