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May 30, 2019

JConcepts SCT Octagons Aqua A2 compound

JConcepts have announced the release of their SCT Octagons tyres in the Aqua A2 compound. Developed for high-bite, slick tyre racing, the beauty of the Octagons lay just beneath the surface where the designers have removed a little surface area in the geometry based pattern. The carcass is new, slightly rounder and lower profile than JConcepts slick tyres of the past and it incorporates heavy X-pattern style inner ribbing for increased support. The continuous thickness carcass is light-weight and utilises the industry standard 3.0” x 2.2” mounting bead. Like the name suggests, the embossed tread which is Octagon shaped is repeated and overlapped to form a subculture of grippy surface edges for dry or abrasive surfaces. The package includes the Dirt-Tech inserts for best possible sidewall and thread support.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

May 30, 2019

Kyosho MP10 1.5mm wire big bore shock springs

Coming from Kyosho are new big bore shock springs for their Inferno MP10 buggy. Made of thicker 1.5mm wire the springs are meant to be more durable than the standard 1.4mm items, allowing for greater durability and thus suspension precision in the long run. The 70mm long front springs are available as blue 7-1.5 hard, red 7.5-1.5 medium and light purple 8-1.5 soft springs while the 81mm rear springs come as blue 8-1.5 hard, red 8.5-1.5 medium and light purple 9-1.5 soft variants.

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May 30, 2019

Muchmore Fleta ZX V2 ER Spec torque up motor

Muchmore have announced the release of their new Fleta TX V2 ER Spec torque up stock motors. They build on the popular ER Spec motors but come equipped with the MR-FZR21Z 12.5×7.25×24.2mm “Z” rotor for increased torque which comes in handy especially in 1/10th buggy blinky classes. The motor is available in a 13.5T and 17.5T variant for the most popular stock classes.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

May 29, 2019

TDK High Grip bio-degradable tyre traction compound

UK TDK distributor Monitex has introduced the TDK High Grip bio-degradable and eco-friendly tyre traction compound. A worlds first, TDK High Grip is an aggressive and tremendously grippy compound that is still safe to use thanks to not containing traditional – and highly hazardous – ingredients such as WD-40, Liquid Wrench, diesel fuel, kerosene, belt conditioner, distilled turpentine, Windex, lighter fluid, ATF, acetone, or rosin. TDK High Grip comes in a 4oz recyclable tin can with applicator swab and it is available now.

Source: Monitex [monitexracing.com]

May 29, 2019

Darkside Designs B6.1 carbon fibre optionals

Darkside Designs have introduced new carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated B6.1 buggy in the form of a B6.1D +2mm front shock tower, a rear body support and a slipper and tie-rod wrench. Starting with the front shock tower, the part is of a +2mm design for the use with the AE91617 shock shafts or 2mm unscrewed eyelets. In addition to allowing for an increased shock length the shock stay also offers in-between shock mount holes. Also new and usable for all B6.1 variants is a carbon fibre rear body support. It helps keeping the rear of the body in position by allowing the lid to rest on the support plate. The item will be attached to the rear shock tower and it is cut from high-quality carbon fibre. Last but not least comes the slipper and tie-rod wrench for all AE 6.1 series vehicles. The tool allows for easy camber link and slipper clutch adjustment.

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May 29, 2019

Kyosho RB7 front wing mount set

Kyosho have announced the soon release of a front wing mount set for their Ultima RB7 buggy. The set includes the front wing mount, that attaches to the front shock tower, as well as mounting hardware. Not included is the necessary front wing. Generally using a front wing will keep the vehicle more planted during fast cornering and while jumping, making it a nice feature to fine-tune the buggy’s aero package.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

May 29, 2019

RudeBits R2.1 1/10th off-road rear wing

RudeBits have introduced their new R2.1 1/10th off-road rear wing for 2WD and 4WD buggies. The R2.1 has been designed for a much lower slick look with plenty wheel clearance and it was extensively tested to provide better cornering ability. Its straight rear edge allows the air to force down evenly across the rear and it features a built-in 4 degrees base angle. Made from 1.5mm pure Lexan the wing comes in a white protective wrap and it is BRCA, ROAR, IFMAR, EFRA and FEMCA legal.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.co.uk]

May 28, 2019

PSM S35-3 modular rear hub weight system

Coming from PSM and complimenting their modular steering knuckle weight system is the new modular rear hub weight kit. The balance weight system will be attached to the rear hub and can be equipped with up to five 4.5g weights per side – with two pairs already included in the kit. The additional weight added to the hub creates more pressure to the wheel, which can be an traction advantage in many cases without affecting the suspension setup. Installation is simple with only two screws, making it easy to maintain the hubs or to adjust different weight settings in no time. PSM recommend using this system on tracks where the racing line is dry and dust free.

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