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July 26, 2018

Kyosho Mini-Z ball diffs & T-plates

Coming from Kyosho and made for their various Mini-Z micro cars are new ball differentials and FRP T-plates. The lightweight Ball Differential Set II is available in two variants for the MR03MM, MM II, RM and HM as well as the MR03LM and they include a lightweight spur gear hub for optimised left-right balance. The diffs are drop fits for the respective cars and include mounting hardware. Also new are two FRP rear T-bar sets for the MR03MM, LM and MM2 that are available in thinner 0.5mm and thicker 0.6mm variants. Both include three soft, medium and hard T-bars that are conveniently marked for easy identification. Using the optional suspension plates will have an influence on chassis roll and pitch stiffness, allowing to fine-tune the car’s behaviour in corners and over bumps.

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July 26, 2018

Tamiya release new TA07MS teaser image

Tamiya are step by step uncovering their forthcoming TA07MS 4WD touring car. Following a first teaser the Japanese company has unveiled a rendering that shows more details of the single belt competition touring car that looks to combine design aspects – read: the suspension and bulkhead design – of the TRF419 series with a vertical top deck spanning from the front to the rear bulkhead, and a single belt that connects the front spool and rear gear differential. A prototype of the car was used by TRF’s Kiyokazu Suzuki at the recent JMRCA Touring Car Nationals with Kiyokazu eventually finishing on a promising 11th overall position.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

July 25, 2018

Motiv MC8 1/8th scale electric brushless motor

Coming from Motiv is their new MC8 electric brushless motor for 1/8th scale applications. Of a 4-pole rotor and 12-slot stator design the 1950kV motor is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use and it features sensored operation, dual precision ball bearings as well as adjustable timing. The ROAR-compliant MC8 is 74mm long, has a 40mm diameter and it is available from now on.

Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]

July 25, 2018

HPI Racing 1968 Chevy Camaro body shell

Coming from HPI Racing is their new 1968 Chevrolet Camaro body shell, an updated version of the previous lid. The body is of a new multi-piece design with additional rear wing and it was developed for the use with 190mm and 200mm touring cars and offset VTA rims. Included with the body, that is made of high-quality polycarbonate, come photorealistic vinyl decals foe the window frames, headlights, grille, tail lights and more.

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July 24, 2018

Corally SSX-8X 1/8th Stock pan car kit – Teaser image

Corally have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming SSX-8X 1/8th scale electric pan car kit. Designed for the damper-less 1/8th electric Stock classes the kit builds on the SSX-8 with several updates making the car faster and better handling in a variety of track conditions. The kit is set for a release at the beginning of August and full information should become available soon.

Source: Corally [corally.com]

July 24, 2018

Rebellion-RC F110SF3 carbon fibre option parts

Coming from RC-Carbonstore’s Rebellion-RC brand are several carbon fibre option parts for the popular Serpent F110SF3 formula car. The range includes a full chassis kit as well as a multi-position rear wing mount, a +5/7.5/10/12/14mm front arm set and also a dual side-tube mount set. All parts are made from highest-grade resin transfer moulding process carbon fibre and they are available in a total of twelve colours including two black carbon specifications. While releasing drop-fit option parts for several brands, RC-Carbonstore also offers a machining service for customer designs.

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July 24, 2018

T-Works MRX6R titanium turnbuckles & screw sets

T-Works have introduced three new option parts specific to the Mugen MBX6R 1/8th nitro on-road kit. Available now are an 11-piece titanium turnbuckle set as well as a 141-piece titanium screw set, the latter using UFO head fasteners for the usual round head screws. Also new is a 144-piece set of gold-colour steel screws. All items are direct replacements for the stock parts with the titanium goodies scrubbing a good amount of weight while the gold-colour screws mainly add visual impact.

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July 23, 2018

Fenix R9 235mm pan car body shell

Available now from Fenix is their all-new R9 1/10th 235mm pan car body shell. Made for wide modified and stock class Pro10 cars the design focus was on providing a lid with exceptional straight-line stability as well as plenty of front and rear downforce for a balanced feel. The body is made of strong yet lightweight 1.0mm Lexan polycarbonate and it will fit most 235mm pan cars.

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