JConcepts have announced some updates to their range of 1/10th scale Bar Codes. The Bar Codes V1 front and rear tires are now available in Super soft green compound, while the rear Bar Codes V2 are now also available in orange compound for outdoor groove.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Team Durango have released a number of new items including this fuel gun which offers super quick refuelling, with minimal fuel wastage due to overfilling your fuel tank. The fuel gun has a 200cc reservoir and features easy to read volume markings down the side and is made from tough materials, making it strong, reliable and durable. With its ergonomic design the fuel gun is easy to hold and easy to operate minimising the chances of a mistake by your pit crew even in the most high pressure races. For the DEX410 the new Flex Brace System allows you to tune the flex of the rear of the chassis. The set consists of a CNC machined aluminium rear brace that mounts to the side rails of the chassis with screws that pass through flexible rubber inserts. The flexibility of the rear of the chassis can be tuned by adjusting the tension of these mounting screws allowing you to tune your chassis flex for different track conditions. Finally there are two new flexfit caps in red and black which sport the TD logo on the front and Team Durango logo across the rear.
New brand ProSpeed have released information on their first product, the Optima K1 1/8th scale buggy. Designed from the ground up it features a rear kick up, easy diff access, captured CVDs, front or rear battery mounting and cab forward body.
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LRP have released some new parts for their S8 BXR evo 1/8th scale buggy. First up are these rear suspension arm mounts which are now available in 2.7° and 3.5° versions. Machined from aluminium, the increased caster makes the car more stable during acceleration and is especially good on bumpy and rough tracks. Also new is a range of tapered shock pistons which feature an angular bore in place of the regular straight hole. Available in 8×1.0mm, 8×1.1mm, 6×1.2mm, 8×1.2mm, 6×1.3mm and 8×1.3mm, the new configuration changes the damping characteristics of your car completely giving a much smoother action.
New for the Photon touring car, TOP Racing have released this version 2 alloy steering block. Featuring 3 new steering link mounting positions for extra Ackermann adjustments, the blocks have been optimised for today’s electric rubber tire touring car race regulations.
Source: TOP [top-racing.jp]
Team Durango have released some new option parts for the DNX408 to tune performance and make your ‘408 stand out from the crowd. First up are these aluminium turnbuckles which offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part. Anodized gold they also add style to your model, when fitted they offer a massive 62% weight saving over the original components. Available in several lengths. Next up is this fuel tank lid puller set that is designed to improve access to the fuel tank during a pit stop. This part fits to the lid on your fuel tank and allows quick and easy opening ensuring quick and trouble free pit stops. It contains 4 pullers plus the screws required to mount them. Team Durango clutch springs are now available in different thicknesses (0.7mm, 0.8mm, 0.9mm & 1.0mm) allowing you to tune your clutch. The vented shock cap allows air to move in and out of the area above the shock diaphragm offering more consistent damping, especially on rough terrain. Aluminium pivot balls offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part giving a 60% weight saving over the original. Finally these aluminium suspension arm bushings once again offer weight savings of 69% when compared to the standard steel parts.
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Team C Racing have released some information on their new T8T 1/8th scale truggy which is expected to be released in September this year. Your standard affair, it will come with aluminium T6 7075 main chassis and shock towers as well as 16mm big bore shocks. We can expect full details when closer to its release date.
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Akula Racing have announced their first major performance upgrade kit, the Speartooth 22. Seen at the Worlds in Finland, it is designed for the TLR 22 1/10th off road car and features a CNC machined 2.5mm carbon fibre main chassis, 3.0mm carbon fibre side plates and 2.0mm carbon fibre battery strap which replace the standard aluminium chassis, plastic side guards and velcro straps. Compatible with both mid and rear motor layouts it is 5mm shorter than the standard car and provides more flex than the standard chassis widening the setup window, increasing rear traction and producing more mid corner speed.
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