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September 20, 2018

Think RC MTC1.e carbon fibre top deck & servo plates

Think RC have introduced new option parts for their MTC1.e conversion kit in the form of a thinner top deck and new upper servo plates. Starting with the top deck, the part is a thinner version of the updated top deck included with the TH-502 chassis conversion kit. Made from quality 1.6mm carbon fibre the upper deck is ideal for low traction conditions, or when used with the aluminium flex chassis on ETS-style carpet. Also new is the servo mount plate made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre for increased stiffness. This servo mount plate matches the steering post positions on the chassis plate included in the TH-502 Chassis conversion kit. To run the A2309 steering collars with the conversion kit, owners need this part. The second option plate is a simplified version, removing the floating steering option for a clean and simple look to the chassis. Also made from quality 2.5mm thick carbon fibre to improve the rigidity of the mounting.

View the servo plates here

September 20, 2018

Lex Tyler wins at 9th Annual Top Gun Race

The 9th Annual Top Gun Race was held at NORCAL Hobbies in San Jose, California recently. The surface was on a parking lot however it was prepped well and VHT was used for spraying the track. Saturday was open practice and Sunday saw two qualifiers and the A-main. In the Touring Modified class it was Lex Tyler with the TQ and win as EJ Evans and Aaron Lewis came in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 20, 2018

Blitz Cruze-M M-type body shell

Blitz have introduced the Cruze-M body shell for 1/10th M-type cars. Designed for FWD and 4WD chassis with 210mm to 225mm wheelbase, the 170mm wide body will fit most 1/10th M-class cars. The highly aerodynamic lid is available in standard 0.8mm and lightweight 0.7mm thickness and it comes including window masks, and a detailed decal sheet with lights and grille stickers.

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September 20, 2018

Tamiya roll out new T3-01 option parts

Coming this October are new option parts for Tamiya’s popular T3-01 Dancing Rider trike. Included in the release are an adjustable link arm set for a wider range of setups and easier adaption do different steering servos, chrome-plated front fork B parts for looks as well as a front caramel block tyre and wide rear semi-slick tyres for looks and performance. The range is rounded out by a chrome-plated rear wheel set for the semi-slick tyres and a 14-piece ball bearing set to up precision and reduce the natural drivetrain drag.

View the other new parts here

September 20, 2018

Hudy C3-28 pre-mounted touring car rubber tyre

Coming from Hudy is their new C3-28 touring car rubber tyre developed for carpet racing. It features a newly developed tough rubber compound for improved traction, stability and durability. The overall construction will also make the car easier to drive. The tyre comes mounted on Hudy’s own disc wheel that was moulded using a new material to ensure improved fit, vibration-free running as well as proper hardness to perfectly match with the tyre compound. The tyre comes in sets of four including premium inserts.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

September 20, 2018

Protoform Vulcan wide Pro10 body shell

Coming soon from Protoform is their all-new Vulcan body shell for wide Pro10 pan cars. Taking the successful Swift-235 body as a base, the Vulcan sports new features and extra clearance to allow the use with “wide” 235mm chassis. The body takes some aero inspiration from its larger cousin, the world-championship winning R19. A large centre fin was added for increased high-speed stability on larger outdoor tracks, while the sculpted side panels increase side bite. To tune aero balance, an add-on adjustable gurney flap is included, and recessed areas at the top of the side dams will allow for flush-fitting optional vertical side dam extensions. Measuring 227mm across the front and 239mm across the rear, the Vulcan’s wide track width and long rear side panels are sure to fit nearly any Pro10 chassis around the world, while two heights of trim lines are inscribed for different sizes of tyres.

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September 19, 2018

Yeah Racing T4 & XQ1 titanium turnbuckle sets

Coming from Yeah Racing are new titanium turnbuckle sets for the Xray T4 and Xpress Execute XQ1 series of touring cars. Both are made of high-quality 64 grade titanium and they are direct replacements for the standard items. While offering a low weight they also promise exceptional stability and corrosion resistance besides adding visual impact to the chassis.

View the XQ1 series turnbuckle set here

September 18, 2018

Destiny introduce new RX-10SR optionals

Made for the RX-10SR and RX-10S electric touring cars are several new optionals from Destiny. First up is the V2 aluminium battery bracket set for the SR and S variants. The set attaches directly to the chassis, doing away with the need to use fibre-reinforced tape and thus ensuring tweak-free battery mounting as the multi-piece battery locators and retainers only slightly touch the battery case. The set is made up using grey anodised aluminium and machined carbon fibre parts.

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