Brilliant RC have introduced their new 5x10mm and 5x7mm clutch gap shims. They are available in one convenient package with the 5x7mm shims coming in 0.1mm and 0.25mm thickness while the 5x10mm shims are included in 0.1mm and 0.3mm thickness. The set includes a total of 20 pieces and it is available now.
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Coming from JQRacing is a new low rear shock tower for the Black Edition buggy. The shock stay sports lower shock mounting holes which reduces up travel slightly while making it easier to achieve the correct down travel. Drivers can screw the shock end on all the way, which adds safety. For smooth tracks, owners can also try adding one additional shock O-ring on the shock shaft, to reduce up travel further and the correct shock length to run is 120-121mm with this tower. As for the upper links, the stock middle hole is the same as the lowest hole on this tower. This means that there is one higher row on the new low tower. This can be good to run in high grip or bumpy conditions, where team drivers raise the hub with the middle insert.
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Kyosho Europe have released first images of their forthcoming Inferno MP9e Evo 1/8th electric buggy kit. The vehicle builds on the successful, 8-times World Championship-winning MP9 and MP9e platform but features a redesigned chassis layout with a very forward-moved weight bias as components such as the steering servo, radio box and speed controller are located towards the front axle while the motor is now in a mid-ship position. The highly regarded flat control and aerial posture of the previous model has been maintained while a forward weight shift has improved balance for optimised handling. In addition, subtle changes to the battery mount create a lower centre of gravity that combines with the race-tested body design of the MP9e Evo to deliver superior cornering, traction, and rough surface performance required of a racing buggy to perform successfully at the highest level. The kit features the front and rear suspension and drive systems from the latest Inferno MP9 TKI4 10th Anniversary Special Edition and the layout of the A7075T6 hard anodised aluminium chassis fas been specifically designed for the MP9e Evo to optimise weight distribution for electric power performance and a lower centre of gravity.
Coming from Axial and made for the SCX10 II is a 2-speed gear set. The kit allows to upgrade the 31439 SCX10 transmission into a Hi/Lo gearbox. Gears used include a 18T machined gear, 26T/28T high speed gear set, and 28T/36T 2-speed shift gears. Also part of the conversion are all needed transmission internals, shifter forks and a mini servo saver, springs and a linkage set.
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T-Works have introduced a set of specially coated metal gear internals for the MP9 TKI4 and TKI3 differentials. Each set contains six gears as well as pins and shims and using the parts will reduce overall wear while offering a smoother diff action thanks to the gear’s slick surface coating. One set contains parts for one differential meaning it need three sets to equip a full kit.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Kyosho have released a first official teaser image of their forthcoming new Inferno MP9-based 1/8th electric buggy kit. Currently in use at this week’s 2018 Alabama Manufacturer Shootout race in Cullman, Alabama, in the hands of Jared Tebo, the buggy is expected be fully unveiled next week. While sporting a new radical body shell design with a rear shark fin, the buggy is also expected to feature a totally new weight distribution. We bring you more details on the kit as they become available.
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Coming from Yeah Racing is their new Wind Pressuriser, a cooling fan booster for 30mm speed controller fans. Machined from aluminium the part will greatly improve cooling efficiency as it not only maximised the air flow but also acts as an additional heatsink. The booster is made of black anodised aluminium and it is best used in applications that are less sensitive to a slightly higher centre of gravity such as 1/10th drift cars.
View the mounted Wind Pressurizer here
Coming from Pro-Line is their special edition Ambush MT 4×4 1/10th scale 4WD monster truck kit. It builds on the Pro-MT 4×4 truck and includes Pro-Line’s scale Ambush body on top of the proven 4WD truck platform. The vehicle comes as a pre-built roller and does not include electronics, paint or the tools required to operate or maintain the truck. The Ambush body includes Pro-Line’s Ridge-Line trail cage that adds realism not found before in the 2.8” Monster Truck class. The cage also accepts Pro-Line’s Overland scale roof rack, sold separately, for adding scale accessories like the optional 4” LED light bar. The Ambush body features a scale interior complete with seats and a separate dash along with a rear gas tank and trunk space for installing even more scale accessories.
