January 24, 2023

Matrix Tires Universal Tyre Balancer

Italian tyre manufacturer Matrix has updated its Automatic Tyre Balancer to now be available only as a universal unit covering all your Onroad, Offroad and GT needs with the appropriate adapters.  Originally launched in two models last August, one for offroad and one for onroad, now both categories are covered by a universal unit.  The balancer is full automatic and using software indicates where the users needs to add balancing weigh to the wheel for the perfectly balanced tyre.  For 1:8 Onroad, Matrix also offers its own weights that screw directly into their own ‘Five’ rims.  The introduction of holes around the outer edge allows the insertion of tungsten headless screw with calibrated weight for perfect balancing.

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January 23, 2023

JConcepts SCX6 Landmines & Tusk Tyre

JConcepts has created two  all-new 2.9” performance scale SCX6 tyres, the Landmines and Tusk.  The Landmines, developed over a year of testing, tuning and analysis have reached the summit and now available to the crawling enthusiast.  The design is based on a robust carcass carefully shaped and sized for a multitude of conditions and capable of completing those difficult courses while being down-to-earth enough to carry a scale appearance.  After successful class 2 tires, the team focused on a new design for the Tusk with learned information by driving, crawling, and important input from a heap of development time by the JConcepts team. The team retained the 7.13” sizing making it a scale-based tire, but the tread layout went under the scope for changes.

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January 20, 2023

Kyosho Ultima SB Dirt Master

Kyosho has introduced the new Ultima SB Dirt Master 1:10 2WD Buggy.  Developed as a ‘neo-retro’ model, the “Dirtmaster” combines modern chassis design with traditional features.  The resin main chassis offers moderate flex characteristics and enhances grip for controlled stability and provides plenty of room for easy installation of electric components.  Grip and drive power is increased with the rear overhang motor mount that achieves superior traction and driving stability.  A motor guard is also fitted to protect the motor from impact after landing jumps.  The Dirt Masters features proven double-wishbone suspension system incorporating turnbuckle rods to allow adjustment for set up changes.  Resin oil-filled shocks have dial-adjustable spring tension with chassis height easily changed, and the shocks are compatible with competition-level springs.  Made in Japan, the kit includes body, wing, wheels, and tires.

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January 20, 2023

Willspeed Low Drag Rear Wing

British electric 1:10 offroad specialist manufacturer Willspeed has released its new Low Drag Rear Wing.  Vaccum formed from 1mm polycarbonate it is intended as a durable, stylish and affordable 1:10 Buggy Wing.  With a different rear profile and less rake angle than the standard version, the design features the Willspeed logo formed into back face.  Available singularly or in a discounted Multipack (3 pieces).

Source: Willspeed [willspeed.co.uk]


January 20, 2023

MIBO Aluminium Adjustable Servo Horn

MIBO has added these super rigid 25T aluminium adjustable servo horns, a logical addition to its growing product offering given their already extensive range of servos.  This reliable and universal servo horn is for everyone who wants to use their servo to the max and achieve quick and precise steering on any off-road, on-road, or drift machine.  Thanks to the clamp-lock for servo spline fitting and rigid design, this servo horn transfers the servo movement to the steering mechanism without any backlash or flex. In addition, thanks to the easy wide-range length adjustment, it allows for steering response tuning.  Whether you need to shorten the lever ratio in order to get a maximum servo travel and precise control, or lengthen it for maximum possible speed, you can do it in few seconds.  Just loosen the ball end, move it in the groove and tighten it back. Thanks to the embedded self-locking nut, you don’t need to worry about it ever going loose.

Source: MIBO [mibosport.com]


January 19, 2023

Yokomo SO1.0/YZ2 HD Motor Mount

Yokomo has released a new aluminium motor mount for use on its SO1.0 or YZ-2 series of 2WD Buggies. It is thicker than the kit’s standard motor mount and is designed for heavy-duty use and withstand from bending during heavy crashes.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]


January 19, 2023

Ruddog Power Tool Wrench Set

New from Ruddog are these two sets of Power Tool Wrench tips.  The standard 1/4″ size drive make them fit basically any power drill or screwdriver and increase your speed of wrenching.  Made from high quality HSS steel they are offered in two different sets, with either 1.5mm, 2.0mm 2.5mm and 3.0mm hex tips or with 1.5mm, 2.0mm hex tips and 5.5mm, 7.0mm nut tips.  Each tip is colour coded for easy size identification.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


January 18, 2023

JConcepts S2 Body for CAT L1R

JConcepts has introduced the S2 body for Schumacher’s popular CAT L1R 4WD chassis.  The new shell has some familiar features but rolled together with a low-profile stance.  With 2015 IFMAR Championship credibility backing this design, the S2 includes the Carpet/Turf/Dirt rear wing to help deliver results on any racing circuit.  Slammed overall height allows the S2 to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for superior balance and steering.  A channeled roof directs the flow through the centre of the body while also increasing the rigidity of cockpit.  The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JConcepts bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout.

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