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May 5, 2013

Exotek RB6 spring perch sets & suspension hangers

Exotek have released some new optional parts for the Kyosho RB6. First up are these machined and anodized alloy spring perch sets for the Kyosho big bore dampers. Extra milling for a lightweight design but the reinforced strength of quality CNC cut aluminium. Milled holes also help reduce debris from collecting inside. Available in red or black. Also for the RB6 are these heavy duty suspension hangers. Precision cut from high strength 7075 and finished with a polished anodizing they come in black or red for the rear and front of the rear lower suspension. Available in RR, RR2, RF & RF2 versions.

View the suspension hangers here

May 3, 2013

Associated 12mm big bore shock pistons

Associated have released more new 12mm big bore shock pistons to increase the tuning options of your big bore shocks. Flat, machined pistons of two 1.6mm holes, three 1.4mm holes, and four 1.3mm holes are available in packs of four. The Big Bore shocks fit the B4.2, B44.2, T4.2, SC10, SC10B, and SC10GT, including RTR and FT versions.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]

May 2, 2013

Team C TM2SC 2wd Short Course

Following last weekend’s teaser image, Team C have shown off more pictures of their new mid motor 2wd Short Course, the TM2SC. The images don’t reveal a whole lot more apart from the confirmation that the car will accept a regular stick pack down the right side of the chassis and that there is an all new motor mount developed for this new chassis. Team C also showed off the car’s new body shell.

View more images of the truck here

May 2, 2013

Tekin RX8 Gen2 ESC

The Tekin RX8 Gen2 brings new features and next level performance to the popular RX8 series speed controls. Designed using today’s state of the art micro components, the Gen2 delivers advanced tuning options for the hardcore racer. When it comes to 1/8th scale racing, this ESC has what racers demand, reliability, precise control and unmatched power handling capability. Packed with new features, it delivers a programmable high-voltage BEC, an EZ Access Port for HotWire communication and Datalogging capabilities in a small sized package.

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May 2, 2013

Schumacher Cat K1 gear diff & Cougar wide track mod

Schumacher have released a complete gear diff for the Cat K1. The new diff provides lots of run time between maintenance rebuilds and with steel gears is super strong. Suitable for a wide range of conditions but very good in high grip as it can give more drive and rotation. For Cougar SV2 the wide track modification improves stability in corners and over bumps. Recommended for narrow overhang tyres such as Schumacher Minispikes, wide overhang tyres may cause a problem with width rules.

View the wide track modification here

May 2, 2013

Protoform Cyclone 9.5 dirt oval body

Protoform’s new Cyclone 9.5 incorporates all the latest aerodynamic tricks from the full-scale racers, made to fit all the popular dirt oval late model pan car chassis. From the offset front fenders and skewed rear ¼ panels to the rooftop vortex generators, the Cyclone is built for speed, downforce and side bite. At around 9.5” wide, it’s versatile enough to suit a variety of track types. The Cyclone 9.5 is fully approved by the DirtOval.com National Rulebook and comes with a pre-cut and pre-drilled spoiler kit complete with end plates and hardware. It’s produced in genuine. 030” lexan and also includes a detailed decal sheet, window masks and paint-then-peel overspray film.

View more images of the body here

May 1, 2013

PSM Agama A8 front & rear shock towers

PSM Agama A8 front & rear shock towers
PSM have released new front and rear carbon shock towers for the Agama A8. The front tower is made from glossy 5mm carbon fibre, while the rear is made in 4mm. Both towers are lightweight with the front weighing only 21.5g and the rear 23g with both designed for US-Style tracks. These parts are a direct replacement for the original parts.

View the rear shock tower

May 1, 2013

Serpent Cobra E-Buggy Ready To Race

Serpent have announced the Cobra E-Buggy Ready To Race 1/8th buggy, which is Serpent’s first entry into the Ready-to-race offroad category. The RTR version of the successful high end Serpent 1/8 Cobra E-Buggy it comes complete with DragonRC 2.4 radio with LCD screen, strong metal gear servo, brushless motor, waterproof speedo, pre-painted & precut body and pre-mounted offroad tyres The car is of course 4-wheel-drive and features 3 gear diffs, 16mm big bore shocks, aluminium shock towers & chassis, easy radio box, side guards / low C of G battery boxes and a large rear wing. This super durable buggy chassis is a great entry into the racing scene and a good price. Fully upgradable with parts and options from the high end race-version it is due to be released in the 2nd half of May.

View more images of the buggy here