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October 2, 2020

JConcepts RC10B2 carbon fibre front shock tower

The RC10B2, one of the most popular RC vehicles in the mid 1990’s has a new carbon fibre shock tower courtesy of JConcepts. The stock vehicle comes standard with a twin up-right unit which carries all the original geometry, however, it lacks the pizzazz, strength, and appearance that the JConcepts tower can provide. The new front shock tower features a connected tower design with X centre giving that all important strength. It also includes detailed and reinforced areas in the large pocketed area, adding strength in key areas as well as the improvement in material creates a more rigid feel, increasing the response in the front-end.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 2, 2020

Xray XB4 2021 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

At this stage we have all seen the in depth video presentation from Xray on the design and production of their new for 2021 XB4 4wd buggy. Now that we know what went into making the car, we finally get to see the final results of all that work. The XB4 is an evolution of their World Championship winning buggy platform and for the first time the car will be available in either carpet or dirt editions. The main focus seems to have been around the front and rear horizontal split design bulkheads, which allow for the adjustment of the differential height in the car. The ability to make this adjustment, necessary for the switch between dirt and carpet, has meant changes needed to be able to be made to the central drivetrain angle and height. Longer front and rear central drive shafts and shortened pinion gears offer up improved drivetrain efficiency and both shafts are connected by an all-new multi-adjustable slipper clutch with independently adjustable front/rear slippage. new shock bodies, shock towers, a tweak free quick battery holder and body shells complete the main areas of focus.

View more detailed information on the new XB4 here

October 1, 2020

Reds 721 Scuderia Superveloce offroad engine

Reds Racing have been teasing this great looking engine for a few weeks now and finally it’s now official. The new 721 Scuderia Superveloce SV offroad engine is a limited edition of just 200 pieces, with their main objective to develop a super fast engine able to guarantee a good fuel economy. Internally it sports an extra tuned sleeve and crankshaft with special modifications to the sleeve and crankshaft by Mario Rossi which increases engine power noticeably and guarantees good fuel mileage at the same time. The new airboost backplate has been designed for increased mid to high RPM power, increased fuel efficiency and faster return to idle. The cherry on the cake is the matt black cooling head with green detailing recalling 721 Scuderia design.

View more images of the internals here

October 1, 2020

GForce maintenance stand

GForce have introduced their new maintenance stands, something a little more helpful than a regular car stand. Available in both offroad and onroad variants it is in fact firstly a car stand for foam padding to prevent the car from sliding off, but in addition it also offers 4 holes for doing shock filling and a large central hole for acting as a third hand to hold your motor while you solder the wires for example. Not only that but the side of the offroad stand also has a magnetic area to put your screws or springs so as to not lose them. Available in anodised blue or black, the offroad version is 53mm tall with the onroad version comes in at 32mm tall.

View more images of the stands here

October 1, 2020

JConcepts Destination hat in heather grey

Having released the original Destination hat back in January, JConcepts have just recently introduced a colour variant for this popular headwear. The distressed heather grey hat with round bill and vent holes has a flashy look. The white rearward mesh provides the professional and breathable look and feel whether you are on the drivers stand or the back 9 at your favourite country club.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 1, 2020

JConcepts Cush 1.9 – 4.19 OD scaler insert

Different conditions in the scale off-road and crawling scene require different slip and pinch traction and these JConcepts soft inserts can be the missing link at any given moment. The tall and narrower insert fits inside the class 1 size tire like the Landmines and Bounty Hunters and the flat profile provides that scale look. The softness allows a lot of flex to the carcass, lugs and sidewall letting the tire continuously conform to the terrain.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 30, 2020

JConcepts Mortician body for Axial SMT10

Dig a hole, lay the competition 6’ under with the new Mortician body for the Axial SMT10 and similar vehicles from JConcepts. The converted to panel truck body is competition friendly and uniquely sized featuring the scolding front headlight protrusions. As a racer, front and rear clearance is important for racing and freestyle competition, the Mortician has the submarine outer light pods resting against the tightly compressed nose to look the part. JConcepts created a beak style front-end, large swooping front flares for a racy feel and a very broad and removed centre grille to back up promises of massive carnage. The panel truck cab and roof-over section is flat and to the point, the windshield has a slight V-treatment for realism. Maximum imagination to the masses is what this body shell is all about with the large exposure panel areas. The tall panel section is a bonus, an artboard in a sense to decorate, decal or paint however the user desires. Included in each body set, a clear and heavy-duty polycarbonate body, decal sheet and the paint mask for all windows.

View more images of the Mortician here

September 29, 2020

JConcepts React 2.2″ 2wd & 4wd rear open cell inserts

JConcepts have come with their React 2.2″ 2wd & 4wd rear open cell inserts. One common adjustment made during carpet and turf racing is altering the rear tire insert. One of the recent trends is utilising a narrower rear insert while racing on carpet and turf, which has shown to produce different handling characteristics. The narrower design leaves more room for sidewall plunge providing more side-bite. In addition, the insert is low-profile, tight, and compact so the tire maintains its small shape for quick and nimble transition and acceleration.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]