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January 20, 2021

Yokomo BD10 20mm bell crank & belt tension cam

A number of new option parts from Yokomo for the BD10/9 including a 20mm aluminium steering bell crank and a belt tension adjuster cam. The bell crank is 1.5mm longer than the standard bell crank, changing the steering characteristics, increasing the turning angle of the outer tire meaning improved steering in tight corners. The belt tension adjuster cam has been machined from hard resin and allows the axle to be set in a higher position than the standard cam of the kit. It also makes it possible to optimise the angle of the dog bone when setting the vehicle height on low grip circuits. Finally, there are two sets of 3mm teflon spacers for the suspension arms. An ideal spacer for adjusting the wheelbase of on-road and drift cars the spacers are made from Teflon resin and are very smooth. This makes it possible to reduce the friction of suspension movement during acceleration and deceleration, and obtain a smooth feeling by fitting this spacer between the suspension arm and suspension mount.

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January 18, 2021

Cheat Parts YZ4FS front lower suspension block

From Swiss brand Cheat Parts comes this front lower suspension block for the Yokomo YZ4FS Mk.I and Mk.II. Improving the front end geometry it will give you more adjustability and equals out the front and rear roll centre. Front lift during acceleration and front dive during braking will be reduced and you can run the car with less ride height, therefore lowering the centre of gravity. By speeding up lateral and reducing longitudinal geometric weight transfer the car gains response and stability. The new bumper design is working as an airdam, preventing unnecessary air flowing under the chassis and with front aero lift reduced, cornering speed in fast turns will increase. The part is machined in Switzerland from Swiss 7075 aluminium and anodised in black for improved rigidity.

Source: Cheat Parts [cheat-parts.com]

January 7, 2021

Yokomo YD-2SXIII high traction gearbox spacer

From Yokomo, for their drift team is this spacer set that can increase rear traction by raising the gearbox height of the YD-2SXIII. The main plate is made of 2mm thick steel and weighs about 18g, and features Yokomo engraving. Furthermore there is an aluminium plate mounted on the front side of the gearbox and an aluminium shim mounted on the front side of the upper deck. The parts contents are made for the SXIII, but it can also be used for E series and R series chassis by adding spacers. Of course, an increase in weight, increases the feeling of ground contact, but a higher differential position will increase the angle of the universal shaft and the force on the tip of the universal axle presses the tire toward the road surface resulting in more traction.

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January 1, 2021

Yannic Prumper rejoins Yokomo

Front running European driver Yannic Prumper has announced that he rejoined the factory Yokomo team for 2021. The former Infinity driver who spent what little time racing there was doing so as an independent, returns to the team he drove for previously back at the start of 2018. The German had the following to say:

I‘m proud to be back again at the Yokomo factory team! I‘m very thankful and appreciate to get the chance again, even through this hard times Covid is causing and my leaving in the past. My team mates and me will show the best of performance to promote this brand as much as possible!

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

December 11, 2020

Yokomo YD-2RX RWD Drift chassis

Yokomo have announced their new YD-2RX RWD Drift chassis based off their popular R series chassis. Maintaining its overwhelming acceleration with high rear traction thanks its rear mounted motor, the RX has a newly designed main chassis and upper deck and comes equipped with a load of optional parts as standard. The brace that supports the upper deck has been moved slightly forward and the mounting of the battery has been placed as close to the rear as possible. By moving the heavy objects to the rear, they have achieved the highest rear load model in the series. The YD-2Rx is available in three colours, black, red and purple, as a standard lineup.

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November 9, 2020

Yokomo YD-2 hybrid front shock tower

Coming from Yokomo is this new hybrid front shock tower that fits all YD-2 series cars. The upper shock tower has been made from 3mm thick graphite to ensure rigidity and light weight, while the upper arm holder is machined from aluminium to increase rigidity and accuracy. The set is available in three anodised colours, black, red or purple to match the other available optional aluminium parts and together, the lighter weight and lower centre of gravity improves the performance and suspension response stability as well as looking great.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

November 6, 2020

Yokomo YZ-4SF2 rear hub carrier & front stiffener

Yokomo have presented two new option parts for the YZ-4SF2, including an aluminium rear hub carrier and front stiffener. The rear hub carrier is compatible with the sturdy Φ3mm outer suspension arm pin. Four types of bushes for passing suspension pin are attached and the height can be adjusted in 7 steps by switching the height. Also, it also has the effect of increasing rear traction due to the increase in strength and weight compared to standard resin. The stiffener increases the strength around the steering post and reduces front friction by changing the rigidity. This will be more effective on dirt tracks and has the effect of increasing the stability of steering.

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October 19, 2020

Rêve D YD-2 front conversion for bell crank

Rêve D have released their long-awaited bell crank conversion set for the Yokomo YD-2. The lightweight aluminium upper arms has two integrated ball bearings for the suspension pin offering awesome rigidity and smoothness of movement, while the upper suspension pin features an eccentric design with ø4mm shafts for both high rigidity and ease of maintenance. In addition to the upper arm and upper suspension pin, the set includes a carbon shock tower and an aluminium upper arm mount and a set of adjustment spacers are also included.

Source: Rêve D [teamreved.com]