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May 27, 2020

Rêve D YD-2 HG front suspension conversion

Coming from Rêve D and made for Yokomo’s YD-2 RWD drift car is the HG front suspension conversion kit. Designed for all cars using a sliding steering rack, the upper arm conversion kit features ball-raced aluminium upper arms, cantilever-type upper arm pins for quick and easy roll centre changes, as well as an updated front shock tower made of lightweight yet extremely rigid dry carbon fibre material. The whole construction is of a very low weight, shifting the weight bias towards the rear for improved traction and optimised balance. The set includes the ball-raced upper arms, an aluminium upper arm mount, dry carbon front shock tower, highly rigid suspension pins as well as mounting hardware.

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May 22, 2020

JConcepts 1987 Buick Grand National Street Eliminator body

JConcepts have introduced their latest Street Eliminator body shell, the infamous 1987 Buick Grand National. The American produced, sinister, wedged shaped vehicle is now released to the RC enthusiast to fit the latest Street Eliminator vehicles on the market. The crew in the JConcepts R&D department tackled one of its finest projects to date and together with Chevrolet licensing has produced some exciting muscle. The G-body construction is a shape fit for the RC scene. The vehicles which are wide-bodied, flat panelled and have a low-roof line always track well down the racetrack. A low front chin, bumper construction and pocketed headlights immediately look like punishment is headed your way. The long and swooping quarter-panels are a staple of this generation vehicle and it certainly cuts like a knife on the drag strip. Fender flares are apparent and appropriately positioned and sized for tires like the JConcepts Hotties tyres. The cab itself is one of the identifiable features of the GNX and its balanced positioning and sharp lines makes competitors retreat in fear. Rear bumper creation was detailed even allowing position for personalised license plate from the included decal sheet. A small built-in rear spoiler keeps things looking original for those sleepy builds and creations. Included in each body set, a 1987 Buick Grand National decal sheet and the paint mask for all windows.

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May 22, 2020

MST 2020 FMX 2.0 LCG RWD drift car chassis kit

Coming soon from MST is their 2020 FMX 2.0 LCG rear-wheel drive drift car kit. The 2020 edition features a redesigned aluminium motor mount that places the motor 5mm lower for improved stability and better car control while the newly designed upper deck is now separated from the motor mount for increased torsional flex and a more dynamic and streamlined look. The 2020 kit will hit stores soon.

Source: MST [rc-mst.com]

May 20, 2020

Yokomo YD-2 graphite bumper braces & steering stoppers

Yokomo have announced the release of new option parts for the YD-2 RWD drift car in the form of a graphite bumper brace set and aluminium steering stoppers. As for the bumper brace kit, the set includes lightweight carbon fibre parts that will lower the front end weight, shifting weight balance more towards the rear for improved rear traction. The upper and lower braces come precision-machined from high-quality carbon fibre, they include aluminium posts and mounting hardware and are a drop fit. Also new are 3mm diameter steering stoppers for the YD-2. Machined from high-quality aluminium the posts will limit steering throw for a more predictable steering action. They feature a hard-anodised surface finish and are a direct fit to the steering knuckles of the YD-2.

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May 20, 2020

Maclan Racing V2m 4.5DR no-prep drag motor

Coming from Maclan Racing is their first no-prep drag racing motor, the V2m 4.5DR. The competition-grade electric brushless motor has been hand-assembled utilising Maclan Racing’s ultra high torque Black rotor for optimised acceleration and aluminium can screws for highest possible RPM. Each motor is also custom-shimmed to be ready to go right out of the box.

Source: Maclan Racing [maclanracingshop.com]

May 20, 2020

Power HD 1812MG waterproof standard servo

Coming from Power HD is their new 1812MG waterproof standard-size servo that is ideal to upgrade ready-to-run kits and more. The servo utilises a new generation high-frequency control module that eliminates the squeaky noises commonly associated with digital servos. Other features include dual ball bearings, a 25T output spline, and a blue colour outer case.

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May 19, 2020

Pro-Line Tough-Color black body shells

Pro-Line have introduced their new series of Tough-Color body shells for a variety of classes. The Tough-Color polycarbonate is made from black material, so owners never have to worry about paint peeling or chipping off. Realistic window stickers are also included with each body shell. Available are the 1969 Chevrolet Nova for drag racing chassis, a 1966 Ford F-100 monster truck for the Traxxas Stampede monster truck, a 1946 Dodge Power Wagon for 313mm wheelbase scale crawlers as well as a pre-cut 1967 Ford F-100 Race Truck Heatwave Edition body for Slash 2WD, Slash 4×4 and Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 short course trucks.

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May 19, 2020

Exotek DR10 HD bulkhead & titanium CVA axles

Coming from Exotek are two optional parts for the Team Associated DR10 in the form of a HD front bulkhead and titanium rear CVA axles. Starting with the front bulkhead, the arm mount is machined from high-quality 7075 aluminium and it comes blue anodised for looks and surface protection. The construction improves overall stability of the front suspension and it utilises grub screws to hold the suspension hinge pins in place. The part fits the DR10, DB10, B5 and similar platform Team Associated cars.

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