March 2, 2017

Kyosho Inferno GT2 Audi R8 LMS Red Race Spec RTR kit

Kyosho have updated the Inferno GT2 1/8th nitro on-road kit that is now called the Inferno GT2 Race Spec 1/8 GP 4WD RS. The vehicle has been tuned up for even greater performance to deliver speeds over 70km/h. While keeping all the main chassis components unchanged, the adoption of the front-mounted radio box from the MP9 uses optimal weight balance to increase grip and improve overall running performance. With aluminium parts anodised in Kyosho’s signature gun metal the new version stand out from its predecessor and the included Syncro 2.4GHz KT-331P transmitter automatically manages frequency bands and features LCD screen, jog dials, model selection, endpoint adjustment, dual-rate and exponential settings. New servos deliver both high-torque and high-speed and the set is rounded out by a red Audi R8 LMS bodyshell.

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March 2, 2017

Sweep Racing FTG tyre glue

Coming from Sweep Racing is the FTG tyre glue, an adhesive specially designed for use on front tires. With the latest generation of high-grip tracks it is often needed to seal the tyre’s sidewall with CA glue to prevent the car from flipping in tight or high speed corners. The FTG glue was specially developed to offer easy application, without having to fear the glue drips over the tyre’s tread, ruining a brand new set, but it is also meant to last much longer than conventional adhesives that often chip easily, making it necessary to frequently reapply a fresh coat of glue. The glue is usable for both rubber and foam tyre racing on any track surface and it comes including a set of needles for easy application.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]

March 2, 2017

BMT 016GT 1/8th nitro GT kit

Italian company BMT has revealed full details on their all-new 016GT 1/8th nitro GT car. Building on the success of the 011, the kit was developed to provide an ultra low centre of gravity which was achieved by a newly shaped fuel tank and a laydown servo configuration. A specially designed electronics support allows for a swift release after undoing only three screws. Also new is the lightweight transmission with 2-speed gearbox being as light as possible for improved acceleration, braking and mileage while also utilising 0.8 module gears for greater overall drivetrain efficiency.

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February 28, 2017

Capricorn C-03 eccentric differential plastic bushings

Coming from Capricorn and made for the C-03 kit are eccentric differential bushings made from plastic. Of the same dimensions as their aluminium counterparts the plastic items not only save weight but they also reduce vibrations for a more consistent car performance.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

February 28, 2017

VBC Racing introduce new Wildfire D09 option parts

VBC Racing have introduced new option parts for the Wildfire D09 1/10th electric touring car. First up is the vertical upper deck set for the Wildfire D09 touring car. Designed for the use on lower grip asphalt and carpet tracks the set provides higher chassis flex and a more linear steering feeling. Included in the kit are the new carbon fibre top brace as well as aluminium mounting hardware.

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February 27, 2017

Protoform tease new 190mm touring car bodyshell

During last weekend’s opening round of the California Touring Series, Xray/Protoform factory driver JJ Wang was spotted using a new Protoform prototype bodyshell. Taking the overall TQ and finishing on the podium the body seemed to work well on the somewhat tight carpet track. No details are available yet but we keep you up to date.

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February 27, 2017

Yokomo BD8 Pitch Control System

Coming from Yokomo and made for the World Championship-winning BD8 electric touring car is the new Pitch Control System. Used by Ronald Völker to sweep the recent second round of the 2016/17 ETS, the system utilises a tie-rod brace that runs along the centre of the chassis, connecting the kit’s standard 1-piece servo mount and the updated motor mount bulkhead for reduced chassis pitch and increased forward traction. In addition to stiffening the chassis in longitudinal direction the set will also allow to take influence on the top deck’s flex characteristics with an additional mounting point. The set will become available by end of March.

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February 25, 2017

Arrowmax 1/10th formula setup system

Coming from Arrowmax is a dedicated setup system for 1/10th formula pan cars. Made of aluminium and polycarbonate the ball-raced tool allows to easily and conveniently check and adjust the car’s front end caster, camber and toe settings along the steering throw. Included thumb nuts make attaching and releasing the front axles a breeze.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

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