New from T-Works are two hardware storage boxes available in 10 or 15 compartment options. The 10 compartment case measures 146x69x27mm while the larger case is 177x102x26mm in size. Allowing you to store all sorts of small parts such as screws, nuts, washers, shims and more, the semi-transparent box is of a sturdy design and it comes with a black T-Works logo.
As part of the build up to the release of its latest flagship 1:10 Electric Touring Car kit, Yokomo has published four images of the new MS1.0. Due for official release at the end of this month (April), the replacement for the BD12 sees the Japanese manufacturer going for a name change as the BD name is dropped in favour of MS which is an abbreviation on Master Speed. The new car has already see major international race action with Nicolas Lee putting a pre-production example through its paces at the recent TITC. Yokomo has not yet given any specific details for the car other than stating it will be offered in Carbon and Aluminium chassis specs.
Team Associated has partnered once again with Hoonigan to bring their world-famous Hoonicorn in 1:7 scale radio control form. Designed from the ground up by AE’s in-house Area 51 Design Works engineers, the SR7 chassis is the American manufacturer’s largest and most powerful RC car ever! This makes it the perfect platform for the Hoonicorn and tire-slaying action! Featuring a detailed officially licensed 1965 Ford Mustang Hoonicorn body, the RTR comes with a FlySky 2.4GHz radio with a Reedy high torque 1523MG metal gear servo for steering. Providing the power is a Reedy SC1500-BLC brushless ESC and high power Reedy 2100kv motor.
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West Coast R/C Works has released this convenient new electronic vacuum pump which is compatible with popular air remover models. The pump features a new and improved design that makes it incredibly easy to use, ensuring you achieve optimal results in record time. Its versatile battery power allows you to effortlessly switch between using it at home or on the track, while the long-lasting battery is built to withstand the demands of an entire race weekend. Supplied with a convenient USB-A charging cable, keeping your pump ready for action has never been easier. The vacuum pump will work with models such as RIDE, Tamiya, MR33, and more.
Exotek Racing has released their latest 1:10 formula pan car kit with the new F1Ultra R5. Lighter, leaner and meaner, it is a cutting edge high-performance F1 racing kit that evolves all of the great features of the original F1Ultra into a perfected race machine. Featuring a new lightweight 1 piece carbon chassis, also new to the R5 are new heavy duty 1 piece extra long side links provides reduced rear bump steer typical of shorter side links. It gets a new motor mount with upper and lower motor attachment for less motor flexing. There is 1 piece front suspension pins for less play and new easy grip/easy removal custom e-clips on the front suspension pins. A new wider and lighter rear pod set gives extra motor sensor wire clearance and there is a new direct servo horn and alloy servo mounts. With new extra stiff alloy caster posts Exotek have introduced new high tolerance front axle. Finally the kit gets a high downforce rear wing set with heavier duty front wing that fits to new double bolt front wing mount.
Italian manufacturer Capricorn RC has just released its latest 1:10 Electric Touring Car, the TE-06. Patrizio Rossi’s design places a decisive emphasis on concreteness, distancing itself from ephemeral trends to focus on what he believes is truly essential: offering a vehicle that is fast, intuitive to drive and simple to maintain. This model, like all those by Capricorn, boasts an entirely Italian production, characterised by fine finishes. The peculiarity of the TE-06 lies in its shock dampers, noticeably short and placed in an unusually low position, fixed to new design arms made of composite. The distinctive detail of the aluminium parts, among which the engine support stands out, presenting itself as a true masterpiece, embellished with the red color symbol of the company. Completing its innovative features is the dynamic toe-in system located on the rear axle.
French RC driveshaft specialists MiBorg has released its ‘RJS’ innovative inner joint for the Xray X4 ’24 1:10 Electric Touring Car. This unique system drastically reduces the friction effect generated by the driveshaft in roll movement of the car. It is a more robust and simplest solution compare with bearing competitive solutions : no bearing, no e-clip and no maintenance. The 2 mm idler in the drive shaft head is lubricated for life with specific lub. RJS is compatible with Xray “BB” spool or differential cup and combined with innovative RCV driveshaft.
Spanish onroad accessories and optional parts brand PNP-RC has released a Brass Battery Tray designed for the new Infinity IF8-3 1:8 Onroad Chassis. It has two link points, front and rear, to the main chassis allowing its continued torsion. The battery tray is machined from brass and then nickel plated for a better finish look. It weights just shy of 54 grams helping to reach minimum weight and also lowering the general centre of gravity of the car.
Source: PNP RC [pnp-rc.com]
