Xtra Speed have introduced their new pre-assembled portal axles for the Axial Capra trail truck. The high-quality F9 portal axles replace the standard units and they include brass wheel hex adapters that can be used when more weight is needed. The axles come as separated units for the front or the rear and they are available now.
Made for the Axial SCX10 III trail truck is Samix’s adjustable aluminium differential cover. The part is a replacement for the standard cover with the sturdy aluminium construction adding strength and durability while the design allows to add an internal screw-in brass weight that helps to fine-tune the truck’s weight bias. The cover is usable on the front and rear portal axles, it comes anodised in red, black or gun metal collar and it features laser-engraved details for looks.
Team Associated have introduced their new TR28 and CR28 1/28th scale ready-to-run sets. Both trucks are small in size, but they are packed full of features and ready for fun right out of the box. The TR28 truggy and CR28 trail truck that looks great and drive smooth thanks to powerful electric motors and capable drivetrains. The included 2.4GHz transmitter allows complete control, enabling drivers to navigate around, through and over obstacles with ease. The increased ground clearance and rubber tyres allow the TR28 to handle like no other vehicle in its category. When the truck’s integrated LiPo battery becomes discharged, the convenient built-in transmitter charger makes it easy to get back to full power and ready to run in less than an hour. A built-in rechargeable LiPo battery and 4 AA’s are included, making the truck ready to go right out of the box.
GForce have introduced their new aluminium option parts for the Tamiya Thunder Shot and all other kits that share the same platform. The range includes aluminium steering knuckles, steering bellcranks, a rear suspension shaft holder and a gear case support. All parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come black anodised and with blue edge details for looks. Using the parts in place of the standard plastic items will greatly improve durability, precision and overall performance of both original and re-release buggies.
Element RC have announced the release of printing files that allow to 3D print engine parts for the Enduro trail truck and other scale rigs. The engine parts set includes eight pieces that can be printed from your 3D printer, or purchased from Associated Electrics’ Shapeways 3D print shop. The engine is designed to be modular so that it can be customized and it is symmetric with both left and right halves of the motor. The servo winch can be used with no modification and the engine cover is designed to work with solid axle trucks. In addition the components are designed to be lightweight so that it does not negatively affect the chassis CG. The engine parts set includes the engine block, valve covers, intake, air cleaner, timing chain cover, fan, and harmonic balancer. Also available is a file to print the engine radiator. Not included are items such as wire plugs, radiator hose, valve cover breather bolt, and assembly hardware.
Source: Associated Electrics [associatedelectrics.com]
Coming from Kyosho and made for the Ultima 2WD vintage re-release buggy is a front and rear anti-roll bar set. The kit includes front and rear swaybars as well as all needed mounting hardware, making the set a direct fit. Using the anti-roll bars will reduce overall chassis roll when running on high-bite surfaces, improving overall stability and making for a more planted ride especially when using grippier tyres.
Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]
Xtra Speed have introduced their new aluminium front bumper for the Axial SCX24 mini-size trail truck. The bumper mounts to the front of the chassis, offering more overall protection including the body shell. The part comes black coated for surface protection and looks and it is a direct fit.
Source: Xtra Speed [facebook.com]
Yeah Racing have released new brass wheel hex adapters for the Axial SCX10 III and Capra trail truck kits. The adapters are machined from heavy brass material and using them will increase wheel load, ensuring improved overall traction for better climbing and descending performance in steep terrain. The set includes four adapters that fit both the SCX10 III and Capra vehicles.
Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]
