November 17, 2021

Yokomo YZ-2DTM 3.1 2wd EP buggy

The YZ-2DTM, Yokomo’s 2WD off-road buggy specifically for use on dirt, has been upgraded to the 3.1 version and is now available as a more complete package. Even though it is an upgrade, it is no longer an exaggeration to say that it is a new machine with newly designed parts throughout the chassis. With the goal of improving stability to cope with the increased speed due to the continuously improving power sources, the chassis has been lengthened, the wheelbase has been changed with the steering hub carrier and the rigidity balance of the front and rear parts has been reviewed to achieve a total balance that leads to improved laptimes. The suspension has also been upgraded to the latest configuration with 3mm shock shafts for a more responsive suspension and is now fully prepared for the 2022 season.

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November 16, 2021

JConcepts Hazard 1.9″ aluminium wheel

JConcepts has transformed the popular Hazard wheel into an aluminium and multi-material combination design that has a vibe like no other. In addition, included in the package are brass weights which cleverly assemble to the centre beadlocker of the wheel to add lower weight. The three-piece design consists of the aluminium machined inner and outer sections along with injection moulded centre beadlocker. The uniqueness of this combination allows quadrant mounted brass weights which drop in place and secure with steel hardware. The outside of the wheel provides all the detail with blasted finish, machined lip, built-in 12mm hex and threaded boss areas for assembly. The inner aluminium part balances the look and provides beefy locations for assembly with M2 x 6 screws to give the proper squeeze of components. A highly detailed, black anodised aluminium centre cap is also featured in the wheel set which installs after the wheel assembly is secured to the vehicle. Centre caps install over traditional 4mm wheel nuts and are secured with small and included M1.6 x 5 screws. Each Hazard wheel fully equipped with all 4 brass weights tip the scales at ~113g minus hardware.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

November 15, 2021

Exotek B6.3 hard anodised idler gears

Fresh from Exotek Racing for the B6.3, B6.2 etc laydown gear boxes comes some new hard anodised idler gears. Machined from 7075 alloy there is a 39T and 26T idler gear which is a must have for high powered racing applications. This is much stronger than the stock plastic idler gear but not indestructible so it is important to use black or white grease on the gears and reapply frequently to prolong its life along with proper slipper adjustments.

View the 26T idler gear here

November 15, 2021

T-Works T3.2 front & rear shock towers

T-Works have releases these front and rear shock tower sets for the Team Associated RC8 T3.2. Both towers have been machined from high quality carbon fibre, the front using 5mm while the rear uses 4mm, and come supplied with short shock standoffs. Also supplied with the necessary fasteners to mount the shocks.

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November 11, 2021

PSM MBX8 front & rear shock towers

From PSM for your Mugen MBX8 are new front and rear shock towers featuring an optimised geometry. On the front tower the upper shock holes have been moved +0.5mm up compared to the stock shock tower. In addition the upper shock holes have been spaced different for simplified setup options. The upper shock holes on the rear towers have been moved +0.5mm up and spaced differently, compared to the stock shock tower. In addition the upper link holes have been optimised for simplified setup options.

View the front shock tower here

November 11, 2021

Ultimate Racing 1/8 offroad insert rubber rings

New from Ultimate Racing are these useful 1/8 offroad insert rubber rings. Manufactured to fit into each of the insert’s grooves, once fitted the insert is practically fixed to the rim. In this way, the insert is prevented from moving laterally, improving stability in fast corners. It also prevents the insert from ballooning making the car much more stable under acceleration. They can be used on most inserts, wheel brands and compounds, but their effects are greatest on soft compound tires. Depending on whether you want the insert to be more or less fixed, they can be used in all three grooves, in two or only in one. They are sold in bags of 50 pieces so that you can assemble from 4 to 12 complete cars depending on the amount of rubber bands used per insert. Once the life of the tire is over, they can be reused as many times as you want.

Source: Ultimate Racing [modelixracing.com]

November 11, 2021

JConcepts Knobs & Launch Monster Truck tires

JConcepts introduce two new offerings for the monster truck class with the release of their new Knobs & Launch tires. The Knobs, simply named for their appearance of the irregular diamond shaped knobs which have step and overlapping features built in. JConcepts believes tire options in the class should replicate those used in major series events in the 1:1 world and the Knobs certainly do. The arrangement, pattern, and instances were a result of carving from an existing 1:1 tire and the results were fantastic. The Knobs excel in dirt or asphalt conditions where massive edging of the pins helps forward drive and side-bite. Replicated cuts helped turn the carcass into a low-profile tire giving it a racing stance like other successful JConcepts tires such as the Renegade. Both tires includes ‘React’ open cell inserts which support the upper carcass and sidewall under loaded conditions.

View more details on the Knobs and Launch tires here

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