Japan’s GForce has announced this Carbon Rear Shock Tower/Mount Set for their Genova 1:10 2WD Buggy. Calling it the ‘rear damper stay’, the tower and mounting plate are machined from 4mm thick carbon graphite for superior strength and rigidity. The damper stay can be mounted in two positions, front or rear, and is a direct replace for the Genova’s standard fixed position plastic rear shock tower set-up. The set will be available in June.
With the 63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show taking place in Japan, radio manufacturer KO Propo is showcasing their new ‘EX-NEXT Basic’ transmitter. The XT adopted ‘EX-NEXT Basic’ model offers super fast response but by minimising the decoration of the main body KO Propo can offer the Japanese made radio at a more affordable price. With no changes to body specifications or features, you still get to use the performance of high end models. The ‘Basic’ is offered in two options, the XT and the new LDT (Lay Down Trigger) configuration. LDT is a new idea of laying down the trigger operation axis by 90 degrees. The feeling of being able to squeeze and press it effortlessly with your fingertips resting naturally. The ergonomic design that does not interfere with finger movement realises a seamless and linear operation feel throughout the entire stroke. It makes acceleration work and braking smoother and more enjoyable. The LDT makes you feel like your driving technique has improved by one or two ranks. This appearance, which also focuses on the quality of the operation feel, will take you to a new dimension. It can be adjusted to a range that even children’s fingers can reach. The ‘EX-NEXT Basic’ is due to start shipping in July.
Continuing to roll out iconic kits from its past, Team Associated has re-released the RC10 Graphite, an authentic replica of their 2WD Buggy kit originally released in 1989. Featuring a 2.5mm Carbon fibre graphite chassis, the RC10 Graphite when originally released was Associated’s first graphite offroad chassis and was unique in being specially fabricated to their specifications to perfectly suit the Graphite’s fully independent suspension. 100% carbon fibre, the Graphite was laminated with unidirectional graphite cloth and then precision drilled on CNC equipment. The RC10 Graphite is availablr for pre-order with a limit of two kits per order and is due to ship at the end of the month.
In the latest crawler body release from Florida company JConcepts comes the JCI M117 Lloyd 2. A body that fits a huge variety of scale and trail trucks, version 2 is significantly more athletic and low-profile, featuring shortened overhangs on the front and rear. The polycarbonate shell embodies the classic square body design, providing ample space underneath its footprint for a variety of accessories, electrical, transmission, and suspension layouts. The M117 exudes a military vibe, and once detailed with included distressed stars, JConcepts logos, headlight, and grille, it transforms a rig into a battle-tested utility truck. The new class 1 or 2 body shell boasts a 7.25” width across the wheel well flares and centre section, offering ample room to accommodate custom rock sliders. Given the popularity of 12.3” wheelbase trucks on the market, the JConcepts team prioritised the Lloyd 2’s versatility to surpass even the best rigs in the market.
New from Avid come these Adjustable Front Axles for the RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy from Team Associated. The system allow you to finally adjust your track width without needing different axles, hexes, or carbon shims. You you can adjust your track width from 4mm up to 7.5mm with the included shims. The axles are made from 6AL-4V titanium and the hexes/shims are 6061-T6. With wheels getting so thin at the hex depth, using a carbon track width spacer is now maxed out at 1mm which isn’t a lot of adjustment and this solves that. You can now narrow the car down to 4mm which can be helpful on very tight dirt tracks with quick transitions. With the system including (2) 0.5, (2) 1.0, and (2) 2.0mm shims, you can adjust easily down to the 0.5mm without having to have several hexes and track width spacers. To adjust the width, just take the hex off and change the shims!
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Oregon based offroad aftermarket parts producer Vision Racing has released two new items for the Team Associated B74.2 1:10 4WD Buggy. A 2.5mm thick, -3mm length aluminium chassis adds a little torsion stiffness for higher traction conditions with the 3mm in length removed from the front. No extra parts needed as chassis uses all kit parts. Also new is a B74.2 narrow steering rack which corrects steering geometry and turnbuckle length resulting in more consistent bump steer and steering feel on all surfaces.
View narrow steering rack here
Team Associated has added 2 new HTC Differential Gear Sets for their 1:8 Buggy. In development during 2024, and used by several team drivers at the IFMAR Worlds, the 2 smaller size HTC gears provide tuning advantages to dial more grip and corner speed into the buggy for tighter tracks and looser conditions. The lower the grip, the smaller diameter gearsets help distribute power without locking and spinning the tires. The sets are offered in 18mm or 19mm options.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
T-Works has added to its tool range with these nitro engine specific cylinder and conrod removal tools. Available for both .12 and .21 engines, the Cylinder Remove Tool features a special cylinder adapter remove tool for a perfect fit to safely, quickly and efficiently remove the cylinder. Made of high-strength materials this ensures even with frequent use it still maintains durability and reliability. The changeable precision engine cylinder removal adapter is offered in 16.3mm (for O.S., Alpha engines) and 15.8mm (for Reds, Nova, Picco engines). For .12 Engines there is a 13.5mm adapter 13.5mm. Made of high quality pom material, this reducing the chance of scratching the cylinder liner. The Connecting Rod Remove Tool is made from 7075-T6 aluminium alloy and treated with a black hard anodising process to ensures that the tool maintains durability and is lightweight.
