April 25, 2016

Yeah Racing 60mm Shock-Gear shock absorbers

Yeah Racing 60mm Shock-Gear shock absorbers

Based on their 50mm and 55mm Damper Gear shock absorber sets Yeah Racing have introduced the new, longer 60mm variants for 1/10th scale rally and off-road cars. The shock absorbers are of an all-aluminium design with threaded alloy shock bodies, alloy upper and lower shock caps as well as an alloy spring pre-load nuts. Other features include titanium-nitride coated piston rods and volume compensators and the shock come with an assortment of pistons in standard and V-hole variants to fine-tune the compression and rebound characteristics. The set, that includes a total of four shock absorbers, is rounded out by an assortment of springs and the dampers are available in grey or silver anodising.

View an image of the silver colour variant here


April 23, 2016

Team Associated limited edition B5/B5M kit

Team Associated limited edition B5/B5M kit

Coming from Team Associated is a limited edition run of the rear motor B5 1/10th 2WD buggy including a B5M conversion kit. Based on the original B5 the kit includes all needed parts to convert the vehicle into a mid-motor B5M, including the main chassis, suspension and gearbox parts. Included is also the B5 bodyshell but the needed B5M body has to be purchased separately.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]


April 22, 2016

Reds Racing introduce new Quattro clutch front plates

Reds Racing introduce new Quattro clutch front plates

Reds Racing have introduced two new front plates for the Quattro clutch system. They allow for more pre-tension on the springs and better snap, typically used in truggy applications. The plates are available in XH and XXH variants, adding to the already existing L and H plates. Reds Racing recommends to use the new Pre-Tension tool for an easier assembly of the clutch.

View the clutch tool here


April 22, 2016

Yaiba Racing Yeti aluminium front C-hubs

Yaiba Racing Yeti aluminium front C-hubs

Japanese company Tresrey have introduced the Yaiba Racing aluminium front C-hubs for the Axial Yeti and Exo kits. Machined from high-quality aluminium and coming red or black anodised they replace the standard composite hubs with more durable parts. An additional dirt shield also improves the protection of the universal driveshafts from dust and dirt. The C-hubs are direct replacements and they come in sets of two.

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April 22, 2016

Serpent announce new 1/8th electric RTR kits

Serpent announce new 1/8th electric RTR kits

During this week’s 2016 Beijing Hobby Show Serpent is displaying two forthcoming, electric-powered 1/8th scale RTR vehicles. Adding to the company’s impressive +30 cars line-up soon are the Cobra RTR E-Truggy and the Cobra RTR electric monster truck. More information on the 6S LiPo-compatible vehicles will become available in time for the release.

View the Cobra E-based monster truck here


April 22, 2016

Xtreme Racing Optima carbon fibre option parts

Xtreme Racing Optima carbon fibre option parts

Xtreme Racing have released a range of carbon fibre option parts for the Kyosho Optima re-release buggy in the form of a radio tray as well as front and rear shock towers. The radio tray is cut from 2mm carbon material and it replaces the standard fibreglass part with a better looking and more rigid solution. The plate matches the stock dimensions and it is a direct replacement. The front and rear shock towers are cut from 3mm material to replace the kit’s aluminium parts. The towers match the stock suspension geometry and they are available separately.

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April 21, 2016

Schumacher 4WD Mini Pin 2 front tyre

Schumacher 4WD Mini Pin 2 front tyre

In addition to the Mini Pin 2 rear tyre, Schumacher now have also introduced the Mini Pin 2 4WD front variant. The version 2 front tyre was designed to match the super high grip Mini Pin 2 rear tyre which is popular on lower traction multi surface venues. The tyre offers maximum steering response and it is available as tyre only or pre-glued on Schumacher’s 12mm hex Flexlight wheel.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


April 21, 2016

Exotek 22 3.0 LCG aluminium gearbox set

Exotek 22 3.0 LCG aluminium gearbox set

Following a first teaser image Exotek have now released full details on their all-new LCG gearbox set for the TLR 22 3.0 buggy. Centred around an aluminium gearbox with 3-gear setup the concersion let the three transmission gears operate in a straight line for an extra low centre of gravity and a smoother running idler gear. The diff case is machined from 7075 aluminium and the new motor plate is of a vented design to lower the motor temperatures. In addition to the lower centre of gravity the gearbox stiffens up the rear of the chassis as well as the shock tower for improved consistency on high-bite tracks. Using the gearbox requires to drill two extra holes into the chassis although the original gearbox can still be used, allowing for gearbox swaps if conditions call for it. Included in the set comes the black anodised and laser-etched gearbox, the alloy lightweight motor plate, a Delrin diff cover, carbon fibre battery strap with alloy hinge as well as alloy waterfall spacers, the chassis drill template, hardware and full instructions.

View more images here


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