VP-Pro has launched a tyre specifically intended for use on LC Racing’s 1:14 EMB-TG Truggy. Pre-glued, the tyres come as a set of 4 mounted on light weight 1/2 offset wheels in white finish. The VP-458-MS5 tyre is a medium soft compound offering excellent grip and stability without sacrificing agility and increases the stability of the chassis.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
JConcepts has released its popular S15 and F2 bodyshells for Tekno’s ET410.2 1:8 electric Truggy. The S15 body style (green colour scheme) is a staple in the line-up at JConcepts. The cab is redesigned, going to single window S15 treatment, the opposing angular window layout blends into the mid sidepod winglet so famous with this design. The roof features the centre fin stabilising structure to strengthen the cab while also providing some stability in forward tracking ability. The bed of the body shell is a lowered area and features a deep draw with surrounding geometry to strengthen the rear of the section. To escape out of the rear, a large ramping wing feature maintains rear stability while matching the look and intensity of the S15. The F2 body (orange colour scheme) was constructed to perform at the highest level using the latest trend of reducing surface area above the shock tower line, reducing the overall weight while maintaining a tight silhouette. The narrow shape, double upper railed cab with inner louvers are undeniable traits carried over to the new mini truggy performance body. The V-shape off the back of the cab is JConcepts fit, function, and styling from the get-go with a blend to recessed bed area for a low-slung base shape. A strategically placed spoiler outlet in the bed transitions to the mounting area.
Offroad market newcomer Sparko Racing has released a number of option part for its recently released F8 1:8 Buggy. The range includes carbon fibre Front Upper Arm Inserts (R/L) 2.0mm, Front Lower Arm Inserts in 1.5mm and 2.0mm options and Rear Arm inserts in 1.5mm and 2.0mm thicknesses. Offered a tuning option to adjust arm flex. The inserts attach to the arms providing extra rigidity for hot weather or high traction conditions.
Adding to its range of skid plates, T-Works has introduced an option for use on Xray’s XB2 ’21, ’22, ’23 1:10 Buggy chassis. Made from stainless steel, the rear plate, which comes supplied as two plates, is designed to provide protection for the buggy’s chassis against scratches which are part of the wear & tear that comes with racing offroad.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
New from servo manufacturer AGFRC is their new HPS06B micro aluminium horn which is intended as a upgrade for Axial’s popular SCX24 1:24 Crawler. A pro version of the HPS06 horn they produce for RC planes, which has micro 25T spline, it can be widely used with AGFRC A20, A23, A24, A26, A27 and B13 series servos. Over the HPS06 model, the HPS06B is thicker and has bigger size screw mounting holes. Providing higher hardness and durability, which also can withstand more violent impact force while operation in mini crawler or buggy.
Source: AGFRC [agfrc.com]
Xray has added this Alu Monoblock Servo Holder to the options list for its XB4 and XT4 1:10 Offroad chassis. Machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and black anodised, it provides a stiffer and flex free servo mounting. The holder is mounted only with 2 screws in centre of car which ensures equal left-to-right flex. The ultra-strong construction ensures long lifespan and durability.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
New from California’s Exotek Racing is their Steering Servo Mount & Tray Set and Centre Diff Mount for Tekno’s EB48 2.1 1:8 electric buggy. The steering servo mount is machined from heavy duty polished and anodised 7075 alloy with the electronics tray produced in carbon fibre. Lightweight yet high strength, the factory style servo mounting reduces the risk of stripped plastics. Also providing factory style, is the heavy duty 7075 alloy centre diff mount for the EB48 series. The alloy construction maintains proper gear mesh for longer gear life and reduces the chance of stripped screws coming loose in a race.
Italian RC tuning parts company RC-Project has release this Rebound Tool that makes matching rebound between shocks easy and accurate. Simply clip the Rebound Tool on the shock shaft to the desired size before bleeding the shock absorbers. The benefits are shocks will have same quantity of oil, precise rebound measurement, Rebound check after closing the shocks and rebound check after a track session. The Rebound Tool measures: 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 20mm and is compatibility: 3 to 5mm shock shafts.
