America’s Avid Racing Concepts has released a second version of its shock parts box which is intended for 1:10 Buggy racers. Designed and produced by Bryan Badgett, the handy box takes your springs (12/13mm), pistons, rod ends, spring cups, and even your Avid Ringer cartridges and collars and transforms them into an organised wonderland. Giving you the perfect arrangement and effortless accessibility, the V2 box has an improved latch.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
American niche bodyshell producer BOKI Racing has unveiled a rare find to the vintage RC racing community with the release of the XX4 X5 Conversion Kit Body. Crafted to seamlessly integrate with the original kit, the XX4 X5 Conversion Kit Body offers an unparalleled fit. The kit includes a clear, uncut, unpainted body, complete with window masks and paint masking, all expertly constructed from .030 Lexan made in the USA. Designed originally by Josh Cyrul, the XX4 X5 body embodies the X-Factor philosophy of prioritizing function above all. Despite initial reservations about its aesthetics, the design’s prowess becomes evident when working with and painting the shell, ultimately growing on enthusiasts. Notable features include a prominent motor cooling hump, providing ample space for a motor heat sink beneath the shell. The driver’s cockpit is strategically positioned in the center, with a rearward swoop to enhance downforce. The team behind the XX4 X5 body asserts its significant contribution to the car’s aerodynamics, promising a noticeable performance boost on the track.
Source: Boki Racing [bokiracing.com]
Team Associated has announced that the body used on the original RC10 1:10 2WD electric buggy is available again. It fits the RC10 classic, RC10 re-release, and upcoming RC10CC Clear Classic car. The body comes with window masks.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
Having announced the re-release of its 1980’s ‘Super Dog Fighter’ 1:10 4WD Buggy in October with a CAD image, Yokomo has just released images on social media of the production buggy which is set to be with distributors in December. The Japan company is the latest manufacturer to enter the retro market after many requests from passionate fans. Having considered commercialisation many times but with no resin part molds left from that time, it was a big undertaking for the company. Although new parts have been remade, the settings have been made to recreate the atmosphere of the time as much as possible. In order to be able to drive with current power sources, it will be equipped with a gear differential, slipper clutch, Lipo battery, etc., but it also have a slot for a Sub-C size battery, natural-coloured resin parts, and aluminium die-cast front and rear parts. The bulkhead, hard-anodised aluminium shocks, and other features give you the feel of the time.
After a successful debut performance at the JConcepts Florida Carpet Championships last weekend, Xray has officially unveiled its latest 1:10 2WD Buggy, the XB2 ’24. Key new features of the buggy, which is sold in Carpet and Dirt spec kits, include a new one-piece chassis design with integrated kick-up that eliminates the lower brace and improves suspension geometry. The wider chassis shape fits the latest batteries and has a milled pocket under the servo area for improved flex and optional weight placement. The kits’ chassis lengths are selected to match typical track conditions – Medium for Carpet or Short for Dirt. New elevated side braces improve flex characteristics and integrate with the new front upper deck. A completely new front upper deck’s bridge design integrates with the new steering system and moves the shock tower forward with the shocks behind the tower. The new anti-roll bar mounting system eliminates play for more consistent handling. Another improvement on the ’24 model is new steering plate, steering arms and posts that provide a wider range of geometry adjustments and improved steering response for easier control.
View the full X12’24 presentation here
British specialist 1:10 buggy conversion kit manufacturer Willspeed has released a comprehensive range of 13mm 1:10 offroad springs. Produced as a result of popular request and the results of ongoing testing and development, the ‘No nonsense’ springs are high quality springs manufactured in the UK in a bright silver finish in the rates you require. With five front and rear options to choose from, they are supplied with colour code heat shrink for easy non-wearing identification. The front springs start from 4.0lbs to 5.50lbs while the rears start at 2.0lbs and run to 2.5lbs and are compatible with all 1:10 Offroad platforms that utilise 13mm big bore dampers.
ProTek RC has released a new set-up to transport and store your 1:8 Truggy tires. The Truggy Tire Bag with Storage Tubes provides a convenient way to haul and preserve six sets of your tires or anything else that fits inside one of the airtight 12.25-inch tall, 6.6-inch diameter screw on lid storage tubes. The bag itself is made from a heavy-duty nylon material and measures 17 inches wide, 12 inches deep, and 9 inches tall with a mesh zipper pocket on the inside providing a sleeve compartment to stash setup sheets, tools, or other small accessories. The ProTek RC 1:8 Truggy Tire Bag comes with 6 storage tubes .
Reedy has introduced a new ‘Driver Edition’ of its Sonic 540-M4 series of motors which was created with input from their international racing team. The 540-M4 Driver Edition is technically identical to the standard 540-M4, but is instead equipped with the popular #27447 rotor. This rotor is the lowest strength option, which is reported to improve throttle feel and consistency, resulting in better overall race times. Four versions featuring the most popular “dirt” winds will be available initially, with the potential for more to follow. All Sonic 540-M4 versions are ROAR, EFRA, BRCA, and IFMAR approved.
Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]
