Xray are teasing the long awaited follow up to their successful XB2D Dirt Edition with the 2019 version set to be announced in the coming days. No details yet but we believe we shouldn’t have long to wait. Keep tuned.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
It didn’t take long after the initial teaser for Kyosho to release details and under the shell shots for their new Lazer ZX7 4wd platform. Sporting new front 2mm shorter gull-arm suspension which allows for more grip and better durability, updated front knuckle and new front hub carrier with adjustable insert of 7, 10, 13 degrees. The front suspension holders are wider, as is the rear side rear holder, the rear upper bulkhead has lowered hole locations for high grip surfaces and a new 7075 hard anodised aluminium chassis is .5mm thinner (2.5/2.0mm) allowing lighter weight with improved flex balance. A low profile chassis brace bar which sits on top of the chassis also improves flex balance. Finally a new floating steering servo mount, new bodyshell with centre fins and front and rear gear diffs with new centre slipper clutch complete the package.
Kyosho are teasing the all new Lazer ZX7, the follow up to their successful ZX6 4wd buggy platform. No official details were released but we can expect a full introduction in the coming days.
Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]
The original Grasshopper needs little introduction. It was a Tamiya legend which inspired legions of fans since the 1980s. For many, it was their very first introduction into the world of radio control assembly kits. The original Grasshopper is still among Tamiya’s best-selling kits to this day. Now the legend is re-imagined as the Comical Grasshopper, with a new body inspired by the famous original. The re-imagined body sits on a new and dedicated variant of the proven off-road chassis, the WR-02CB.
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JConcepts have added to their line of chassis protective sheets, with the introduction versions for the Associated T6.1 and SC6.1. The sticker is made of durable material and comes pre-cut, fitting the chassis bottom like a glove. Using the protective sheet will reduce wear and tear when running on highly abrasive surface while making for a slick surface to decrease friction between chassis and dirt surfaces. Each set includes two decals and additional rear skids that can be replaced once worn.
HRC Racing have introduced a 1/8 version of its popular tire warmers, especially designed for 1/8 rally-game or 1/8 buggy or any other class with similar size tire diameter. The adjustable tire warmer features velcro strips to hold them in place and is power by a 7.4 to 12 volt battery allowing the user to heat the warmers within a range of 30 to 80 degrees C. The controller can also be unplugged from the warmers when the tires get up to temperature removing the need to bring everything onto the track before set down.
Source: HRC [hrcdistribution.com]
T-Works have introduced these new diff cross pins for the Mugen MBX8 and the Kyosho MP9. Made from hard coated 7075-T6 Aluminium, the pins help reduce rotational mass, and come in a set of 6 to replace the pins in all 3 gear diffs.
Tekno RC have reintroduced their Trakton Drive. This system gives your electric vehicle a ‘nitro feel’ and improves consistency by reducing the instant acceleration of modern electric systems. Employing a special clutch shoe and spring design to engage the shoes in the clutch bell, it’s engaged at zero RPM and has no lag but still provides some ‘give’ on hard acceleration or impacts. It’s extremely helpful on loose or rough tracks as it will smooth the power delivery as the vehicle traverses through bumps. If you’re a nitro and electric racer, this system will make transitioning between the two vehicles easier as your electric vehicle will feel more like a nitro.
Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]
