Sworkz has modified its 17mm hex wrench design and come out with a new SST-Pro line Multi tire wrench. The bigger, stronger handle made of aluminium can save your energy when locking and unlocking wheel nuts with the handle also doubling up for multi function usage. These include 2 types of fly wheel nut holder and a slot which is ideal for under 6mm size plastic linkage ball ends.
Having re-entered the competitive stadium truck market with the Storm ST and achieved multiple race victories, including the European EOS series and MK British GP, Schumacher has just announced it successor, the Storm ST2. The new kit takes stadium trucks to the next level with improved suspension geometry, durability and adjustability. The Storm ST2 features a lightweight, low centre of gravity design, for optimum performance on a wide range of track surfaces. Whether you race on high grip carpet, medium grip astro, or low grip dirt, the Storm ST2 can perform. The knowledge and experience from Schumacher’s racing and engineering team has been applied to every detail of the design to make a fast, easy to drive, and user friendly truck that will take you to the top step of the podium.
New from JConcepts is their metal car stand in two new colours, grey and yellow. The stand is perfect for the 1:8 or 1:10 racer looking to add a little sturdiness to their racing program. The all-aluminium formed and cut piece, designed by JConcepts, has a unique shape, cut-outs for handles and features laser etched logos for identification. The item stands tall and keeps the wheels off the ground for an array of vehicles. Included in the design, the upper deck has pre-cut holes into the material to act as a shock stand for 1:8 or 1:10 offroad shocks. Included foam for the top deck and legs help cushion and protect the chassis of vehicles, shocks, and table or pit area. The textured metal surface is available in blue, black, gray, and yellow colour options with a luxurious high-end look to finish off any pit area with a JConcepts touch.
Tekno RC has introduced a number of new performance optional parts for their 1:8 offroad chassis range. A new gearbox lowers the diff height, which improves bump handling and provides a smoother, more consistent driving experience, especially mid-corner. The -2mm gearbox requires the new TKR9017B bulkhead cover. To avoid contact with the chassis, Tekno RC NB48 2.X buggies require a light grind (removing roughly 0.5mm of material) on the chassis below the ring gear. TKR9416B is a direct drop in for the EB/ET/NT48 2.X 1/8th scale vehicles and no modifications are necessary. Tekno recommend utilising TKR9054B +/-2 rear hubs when using this new gearbox with the NB/EB48 buggies. The combination of TKR9416B and TKR9054B improves overall grip, stability, and predictability in the rear end.
LC Racing has added a new range of tuning shocks springs for use across their offroad and rally chassis offerings. Two new Front Springs are available with a 5 turn or 6 turn 31mm length made from 0.9mm diameter wire while for the rear they have added a 40mm length spring that is offered in 6 or 7 turn options and also made from 0.9mm wire. The springs are suitable for the LC Racing 1:14 2WD BHC-1 and EMB Series 4WD Offroad chassis, their LC12B1 1:12 4WD Buggy and the PTG-2 Series 1:10 4WD Rally car.
Source: LC Racing [lcracing.net]
New from T-Works is this customisable Tool Organiser Stand. With multiple CNC machined holes to hold your tools for your RC cars including drivers, clutch tools, body reamers etc. with additional spacer you can change the diameter to allow you to hold the tools with different size of the handle. The combined parts tray is easy for holding ride height gauge, droop gauge, support block, screws, nuts, body clips, solder, oils, greases, and more. The small magnetic base parts tray helps to hold the metal parts.
Reedy has an all-new Low-Profile Titanium Gear Brushless HV Servos which includes a variety of performance features intended for competition. Precision titanium gears add strength, reduce weight, and provide silky smooth operation. A powerful brushless motor produces a combination of lightning quick speeds and maximum torque while an advanced microprocessor improves vehicle control and enhances driver feel. State-of-the-art CNC-machined aluminium case with integrated fins increases rigidity to ensure consistent driving feel while lowering operating temperatures for fade-free operation. Two options, high speed or high torque, are available to suit a variety of on- and off-road applications and driver preferences.
Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]
JConcepts has two new tires for the 1:24 1.0” crawling enthusiast – The Hold and Fling Kings. The Hold was designed from the ground-up as a carved and chiseled design to handle a variety of scale off-road terrain. The large horizontal traction bars put a “Hold” on ranging features from dirt, asphalt, grass, mud, rock, and clay. At the tip of the tread, the downward progression starts and reveals another flat bar of gripping pattern to provide offset traction controlling attributes. During the bar transitions, an angular segment stabilises and gives edginess to terrain at another direction to help the lift and cut through even more environments.
