Fresh from Mon-Tech Racing comes their latest 1/12th GTP bodyshell, the MT21. Developed using the basis of their multiple World championship winning M20, following months of extensive testing they arrived at the new MT 21, faster and better performance. Providing excellent cornering with greater traction and stability, the body is available in two versions, standard and ‘La Leggera’.
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WRC Racing have introduced their new F18.4 1/10th EP formula chassis. Sporting a large number of changes over its predecessor, the car has an all new servo saver, servo mounting plate and new front lower arms for improved steering. A new carbon chassis plate accommodates the updated battery mounting system with quick battery adjustment with the adjustable battery stop. A new rear chassis pod, adjustable transversal shock absorber and an all new ball differential complete the updates.
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New from Mugen for the MTC2 are a pair of new progressive shock springs. Compared to the standard springs, the steering and stability will be improved, especially on tracks with bumpy surface conditions. By using A2540 (7.0P) for the front and A2539 (6.5P) for the rear, the car rolls more smoothly and it increases the accuracy by turning into corner entrance. A2540 (7.0P) can be used for both front and rear, as well as for small tracks and also for stock motors.
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For the Awesomatix A12, RC Maker have produced some LCG weights and a GeoCarbon Bumper brace. The GeoCarbon bumper mount is made from 2mm carbon and helps secure the bumper firmly with the supplied plastic supports. This provides a nice platform for the body to sit on, as well as supporting the bumper at the same time. In terms of weights, there is a brass LCG Front Weight (10g) that replaces the AM1206 for increased weight at the front of the car. This makes the car less responsive and easier to drive. There are also brass LCG rear weights (6.5g ea) that attach to the rear of the chassis and increase the unsprung weight at the rear of the car. This increases the cars rotation, particularly handy for very tight tracks.
Contact have announced that their recently released LMP12 wheels are now available separately, unmounted. The available range of wheels includes the new hex fitting wheel for the Eclipse 4, front wheel as well as the standard 3 bolt rear wheel. The wheels are supplied pre-scratched for better glue adhesion.
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From OfficinaRC come more titanium goodness with the introduction of their line of UFS screws. Made of titanium with the best precision machines by experts Italian craftsmen these screws can count on a head thickness of only 0.9mm. Below the extremely thin head there’s a cylindrical shank of 1.4mm that allows a perfect centering without preventing tightening. Particularly suitable for top decks with 1.6mm thicknesses and shock tower. OfficinaRC ‘UFS’ Titanium are made in various sizes and available in kits for the most popular models. Ti-6Al4V is the most widely used titanium alloy in the motorsport and aerospace market and this alloy contains 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium, an excellent combination of toughness with extra resistance to corrosion. The UFS ‘Deep’ version has been specifically designed to be used in Awesomatix and Mugen steering blocks.
View images of the mounted screws here
New for the Infinity IF14-II is this HBP (Horizontal Body Post) mount set for mounting the body posts in a horizontal position at the rear end of the car. By mounting the rear body posts horizontally the centre of gravity around the rear of the car is lowered and the downforce of the body is transmitted more efficiently to the chassis, improving corner speed. When using the HBP mount it can be difficult to accurately position the rear body post holes in the bodyshell. By using their new rear body height fitter it is quick and easy to precisely position the body post holes at the desired body height.
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Icon RC present this new optional part for the new Mugen MTC2, a 10gram sliding weight. Designed to fit in the chassis plate of the car, it has the benefits of being able to adjust its position forward or backwards by simply loosening a single screw under the chassis. This can be used to quickly and easily adjust the balance of the car.
View another image of the weight here
