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June 24, 2019

T-Works MP10/9 brass C-hub inserts

T-Works have released a brass C-hub insert set for the Kyosho MP10 and MP9 buggies. The included inserts allow to access the hub’s 0 t0 3 settings while offering a higher weight and increased strength. The added weight is beneficial especially in bumpy conditions or when seeking traction on lower grip surfaces. Laser-etched markings allow for easy identification and the parts are usable for the new MP10 as well as the older specification MP9 TKI4/TKI3 and MP9E and MP9E Evo kits. In addition to the complete set T-Works also offers 2-piece sets of the individual inserts.

View the individual inserts here

June 21, 2019

T-Works MP10 1-piece engine mount plate

Coming from T-Works and made for the Kyosho Inferno MP10 buggy is a 1-piece engine mount plate. Machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming black anodised and with machined silver edge details the plate will look the part while also offering improved stability and easier gear mesh setup.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 19, 2019

T-Works MP10/MP9 aeration shock caps

Coming from T-Works and made for the Kyosho Inferno MP10 and MP9 series of kits is an aeration shock cap set. The kit allows to utilise “bleeder”-type shock caps over the standard diaphragm design for added shock adjustability when conditions call for it. The caps are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium, they come hard anodised for wear and looks and the set also includes all needed mounting hardware. The shock caps are usable with the MP10 as well as the MP9 TKI4, TKI3 and MP9E and MP9E Evo kits.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 4, 2019

T-Works MP10 hard-coated lightweight chassis plate

Coming from T-Works and made for Kyosho’s Inferno MP10 1/8th nitro buggy kit is a hard-anodised lightweight chassis plate set. The main plate is machined from aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminium and it comes hard-anodised for wear and durability. Strategically milled sections reduce the overall weight and ensure ideal flex characteristics. Included with the chassis comes a stainless steel rear skid plate with the chassis protector ensuring greater overall durability when running on abrasive surfaces or tracks with large jumps.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 3, 2019

T-Works MP10 hard-anodised aluminium shock towers

Coming from T-Works and made for Kyosho’s Inferno MP10 1/8th off-road buggy are aluminium front and rear shock towers. Cut from high-quality 7075-T6 and coming hard-anodised for wear and looks, the towers also feature laser-etched T-Works logos for added visual appearance. The shock stays are available separately from now on.

View the rear shock tower here

May 31, 2019

Leadfinger Racing ZX7 A2 Tactic body shell

Leadfinger Racing now offers a new look for the popular Kyosho Lazer ZX7 1/10 scale 4WD buggy in the form of the A2 Tactic body shell. The new A2 is influenced by racer request form the previous 1/8 designs, giving it an aggressive, yet sleek style unlike any other. The windshield has been laid down slightly to remove the steep rake, while at the same time keeping a modern cab forward feel. The combo gives the ZX7 a super slick and fast look. The top of the cab has an added roof vent for superior cooling that pushes air flow over the centre diff and motor, further enhancing its one of a kind style and performance. To help keep everything planted, the rear of the cab has the traditional swoop along with added down force ailerons on the top of the side pods. The body comes in clear with window masks and stickers provided as well as two LFR Tactic wings included.

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May 30, 2019

Kyosho MP10 1.5mm wire big bore shock springs

Coming from Kyosho are new big bore shock springs for their Inferno MP10 buggy. Made of thicker 1.5mm wire the springs are meant to be more durable than the standard 1.4mm items, allowing for greater durability and thus suspension precision in the long run. The 70mm long front springs are available as blue 7-1.5 hard, red 7.5-1.5 medium and light purple 8-1.5 soft springs while the 81mm rear springs come as blue 8-1.5 hard, red 8.5-1.5 medium and light purple 9-1.5 soft variants.

View the other springs here

May 29, 2019

Kyosho RB7 front wing mount set

Kyosho have announced the soon release of a front wing mount set for their Ultima RB7 buggy. The set includes the front wing mount, that attaches to the front shock tower, as well as mounting hardware. Not included is the necessary front wing. Generally using a front wing will keep the vehicle more planted during fast cornering and while jumping, making it a nice feature to fine-tune the buggy’s aero package.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]