September 25, 2024

Yokomo RO1.0 LW Body | Gokuraku Straight Wing

Yokomo has introduced a new Lightweight body for its entry level Rookie Offroad RO1.0 1:10 2WD Buggy along with a new Gokuraku Straight Buggy Rear Wing.  The lightweight body is designed for seamless integration with the RO/SO series, offering enhanced performance, particularly on high-grip surfaces. By reducing roll, it significantly improves handling and stability.  The Gokuraku Straight Wing is a high-performance, lightweight wing designed to deliver exceptional downforce, enhancing its performance.  It ensures optimal performance on surfaces, making it a perfect choice for drivers who demand agility and control at high speeds.

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September 25, 2024

T-Works IFB8 Hard Coat Alu Axle Shafts | CF Upper Plate

More new aftermarket parts from T-Works for Infinity’s IFB8 1:8 Buggy with the release of Hard Coated Aluminium Front/Rear Axle Shafts and a carbon fibre Upper Plate.  The Axle Shaft are made of high quality 7075-T6 aluminium alloy and hard anodised to provide high strength, light weight, and high transmission efficiency and durability.  Each axle is approximately 4.9g lighter than the original factory axles.  Also making the buggy ligther is the Lightweight carbon fibre material Upper Plate which is fitted on the front of the buggy, better protecting the front structure and improving driving performance.

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September 24, 2024

Avid AE Shock Rebuild Kit

Avid Racing Concepts has released this Team Associated shock rebuild kit that gives you everything you need to freshen up your current AE 1:10 offroad suspension.  The kit includes (2)  3×23  and (2)  3×27.5  Avid Chrome Shock Shafts, (12) Avid Machined Shock Spacers, (8) Avid X-Rings, and (1) Avid Slop Oring Grease.  All of these items are available separately if you don’t need everything as well.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]


September 24, 2024

LC Racing BHC-1 1:14 2WD Buggy LWB Chassis & Body

1:14 specialist offroad kits producer LC Racing has released a new long wheel base optional aluminium chassis for its popular 1:14 2WD BHC-1 Buggy.  With the upgrade to the longer wheel base chassis ideal for outdoor and/or low traction dirt/astro turf/carpet tracks, they have also released a revised longer body shell to go with the LWB Chassis.  The chassis comes complete with side rail extenders.

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September 24, 2024

Yokomo Flexible Series Offroad Springs | Alu Cap

Yokomo has released new Flexible Series Offroad Springs for 13-Shocks and Aluminium Shock Caps with Drain Screw.  The Flexible Series is a latest lineup of off-road springs specifically designed for 13-shock setups, optimized for bumpy and slippery dirt surfaces.  Extensively tested by Team Yokomo across different tracks, these springs feature carefully selected materials that deliver a more flexible initial stroke compared to the existing 13-shock DOT series.  Built for superior performance, they offer enhanced handling and stability, making them ideal for challenging off-road conditions.  The Aluminium Shock Cap features a drain screw for precise tuning and is designed to simplify settings adjustments, it allows for easy quantification of shock settings, while improving efficiency.  The durable aluminium construction also helps to better absorb bumps, ensuring a smoother and more controlled ride on any terrain.

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September 24, 2024

Vision Racing Titanium Upside down shock mounting kit

Oregon based Vision Racing has introduced this titanium upside down shock mounting kit for 1:10 Offroad use.  Designed for durability and ease of installation, it enhances the performance of your buggy by flipping your shocks and lowering the centre of gravity for smooth high traction surfaces.  The kit includes four standoffs made from Ti 6Al-4V grade 5 titanium, two delrin bushings and two 1.5mm delrin spacers for different arm spacing.  Also new from Vision Racing are a range of steel front bulkhead weighted shims for the Team Associated RC10B7 which are offered in three thickness – .5mm, 1mm & 2mm.

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September 20, 2024

Yokomo 05R Motor | Turbo Power 72 battery re-release

As a follow on to the recent re-release of its 1985 YZ-834B, Yokomo has also re-released a period motor and battery for the 4WD offroad buggy.  The iconic 05R stock motor, originally recommended for the YZ-834B, is now available once again.  Staying true to its roots, the label design has been faithfully reproduced to match the original, preserving the authentic look and feel.  The 28 turns classic motor is optimised for performance, ensuring compatibility with current Li-Po batteries.  When mounted on your machine, the 05R not only delivers outstanding performance but also brings back the vintage charm that RC enthusiasts love.  Also from the Japanese manufacturer is their legendary Turbo Power 72 battery.  This iconic powerhouse, which dominated the off-road scene in the 1980s, is making its comeback in its original form, featuring the same high-performance nickel-cadmium technology.  The battery will be delivered in a retro-style, yellow shrink-wrapped package, complete with the classic Yokomo logo label from back in the day.  Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike, this is more than just a battery—it’s a piece of RC history!

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September 20, 2024

RC-Project Spec2 1:8 Buggy Clutch Shoes

Italy’s RC-Project has released new 1:8 Buggy clutch shoes which are a complete redesign of the the previous 2022 version.  This Spec 2 configuration not only ensures greater durability and improved traction on low and medium grip terrain, but also offers significant fuel savings.  An evolution designed to ensure optimum performance and greater efficiency in all conditions.  The shoes and springs will fit all the following flywheels: Mugen, Sworkz, HB, Xray, Alpha, Agama, Carrara Z9, WIRC, Mayako, Infinity and will work on all bells with the following diameters: Ø26, Ø26.1, Ø26.3, Ø26.4 and Ø26.5.

Source: RC-Project [rc-project.it]


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