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June 4, 2019

T-Works MP10 hard-coated lightweight chassis plate

Coming from T-Works and made for Kyosho’s Inferno MP10 1/8th nitro buggy kit is a hard-anodised lightweight chassis plate set. The main plate is machined from aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminium and it comes hard-anodised for wear and durability. Strategically milled sections reduce the overall weight and ensure ideal flex characteristics. Included with the chassis comes a stainless steel rear skid plate with the chassis protector ensuring greater overall durability when running on abrasive surfaces or tracks with large jumps.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 4, 2019

Tamiya 1/24 Comical Lunch Box Mini kit

Coming this August is Tamiya’s 1/24 scale Comical Lunch Box Mini kit on the all-new SW-01 chassis. Designed for indoor and outdoor use the 190mm long truck is all-wheel driven and thanks to its high centre of gravity it can perform all sorts of stunts – including steered wheelies when using the optimal upper arm connector bar kit. A special steering mechanism allows for controlled chassis roll during cornering, ensuring a tight cornering radius as the truck leans to the inside of the corner. Included with the kit comes a pre-painted body shell that will be attached using magnets.

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June 3, 2019

Schelle B74 ball bearing kits & titanium screw kit

Schelle Racing Innovations have announced the release of new optionals for the Team Associated B74 buggy in the form of two ball bearing sets and a screw kit. Starting with the ball bearing kits, the range includes an 18-piece Hybrid Ceramic Pro set, containing ten ceramic gearbox ball races as well as ten Onyx Pro axle ball bearings. Also available is the full 18-piece Onyx Pro set. Also available now is a titanium upper screw set that replaces the standard steel fasteners for lighter and cooler looking titanium screws. The benefit, beside weight saving and a lower centre of gravity is an improved visual appearance and greater corrosion resistance.

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June 3, 2019

VSR Products 8ight series diff shim set

VSR Products have announced the release of a diff shim set for the TLR 8ight-X and XE kits. The set comes with a 1mm and 2mm shim along with four M4 screws to replace the stock ones. Raising the rear diff is extremely beneficial when running on smoother tracks with medium to high grip with lower ride heights; allowing for faster lap times to come easier in such tricky conditions. It can also be useful on tracks with tight corners. To get the most out of this setup, VSR recommend raising the inner camber link 1 to 2mm, along with shortening the rear shock length by .75mm or more.

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June 3, 2019

Nu Concept Pro shock & diff oils

Coming from Nu Concept are their new shock and differential oils. Rigorously tested and developed over the last 12 months by some top leading UK drivers, testing has been conducted in both high and low temperature conditions and the oils blended to achieve certified viscosities and to deliver the best levels of consistency possible. The oil is provided within a crystal clear 75ml bottle for quick bottle level checks and a quick lock twist cap from 200 to 800 cst for the shock oil range while the diff oil range from 1k to 12.5k cst.

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June 3, 2019

Nick Wautlet sweeps Manufacturers Cup Open classes

The 2019 AMain Hobbies Manufacturers Cup was held held at the Silver Dollar track in Chico, California this past weekend. Run in Pro and Open classes it was Nick Wautlet who took overall wins in the Open Nitro Buggy and Open Nitro Truggy classes. Nick would take the TQ in Open Buggy and came out on top of the 14-minute A-main event from Daniel Blalock in 2nd and Mccoy Starkey in 3rd. Over in the 14-minute Open Nitro Truggy A-main it was Jermaine Robinson with the overall TQ, however it was 5th place qualifier Nick with the win some 4.5 seconds in front of Jermaine as Bryce Beaver came in 3rd a lap down.

Image: Nick Wautlet

June 3, 2019

T-Works MP10 hard-anodised aluminium shock towers

Coming from T-Works and made for Kyosho’s Inferno MP10 1/8th off-road buggy are aluminium front and rear shock towers. Cut from high-quality 7075-T6 and coming hard-anodised for wear and looks, the towers also feature laser-etched T-Works logos for added visual appearance. The shock stays are available separately from now on.

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May 31, 2019

Leadfinger Racing ZX7 A2 Tactic body shell

Leadfinger Racing now offers a new look for the popular Kyosho Lazer ZX7 1/10 scale 4WD buggy in the form of the A2 Tactic body shell. The new A2 is influenced by racer request form the previous 1/8 designs, giving it an aggressive, yet sleek style unlike any other. The windshield has been laid down slightly to remove the steep rake, while at the same time keeping a modern cab forward feel. The combo gives the ZX7 a super slick and fast look. The top of the cab has an added roof vent for superior cooling that pushes air flow over the centre diff and motor, further enhancing its one of a kind style and performance. To help keep everything planted, the rear of the cab has the traditional swoop along with added down force ailerons on the top of the side pods. The body comes in clear with window masks and stickers provided as well as two LFR Tactic wings included.

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