Fresh from T-Works for the Yokomo YZ-2 Cal3 come some new items including a precision ball bearing set. The set includes 18 bearings, utilising some orange rubber seals for exceptional protection against dust, dirt and moisture while the inner metal shields ensure low natural drag for high drivetrain efficiency. Also new is a 14-piece set of T-Works’ high quality grade 64 titanium ball ends for the YZ-2 Cal3.
Coming from Yokomo and made for their BD10 touring car are new tapered 1.0mm 4-hole pistons. They feature a special, tapered design that provides different shock characteristics on compression and extension with the tapered shape resulting in quicker extension and increased “pack” upon compression. In addition the piston holes sit at an angle which means even when running softer oils the shocks offer a harder pack on quick inputs while absorbing micro vibrations and smaller road imperfections, keeping the wheels to the ground more effectively.
RC Maker have introduced their new Slimflex carbon fibre chassis and floating electronics plate for the Yokomo BD10 touring car. Tested and developed for months the chassis will improve on the original chassis, especially in low-med traction conditions. The chassis is narrowed all round to provide less scrubbing in corners, leading to increased corner speed. This increases flex, so to counteract this, the designers have recessed the diff and spool cutouts instead of cutting them all the way through. Not only does this bring the chassis back up to the desired amount of flex, it also improves aerodynamic performance by not preventing air from under the chassis being forced up into the car, detrimental to downforce. Overall, the chassis is slightly stiffer than the kit chassis, and provides improved response.
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NathoBuilds have released their 5.5mm Broached Titanium ball stud kit for the new Yokomo YZ4 SF2. Made from Grade 5 Titanium they offer a 45% weight saving over the steel ball studs and have been designed and made with a taller neck for added strength. Also new for the Team Associated RC8B3.2 is a stainless steel screw kit made from Grade 316/ A4 stainless steel, which are durable and don’t rust. A screw guide comes with the pack for easy install.
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LCG Racing have introduced new wide variants of their SFX conversion top decks. They feature a wider shape in the mid section, providing better response and a more direct feeling in grippier track conditions. With a decrease in flexibility, this increases corner speed and overall stability while making the car easier to drive. The wide top decks are available for the SFX converted Yokomo BD10 and Xray T4’20 and they are available now.
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Coming from UK company JC Racing Products are their new Yokomo YZ10 wheels for vintage Yokomo kits such as the YZ10 1994 to 1997. They mimic the iconic ribbed high-traction wheels as found on the WCS Pavidis edition car and they can be used on all “wide suspension” YZ10 and Works kits from the 1991 to 1997 era. The rims accept all industry standard 2.2” tyres, they come as 4-piece sets including two front and two rear wheels and they are available in black, yellow and white colour.
Following a first teaser image, LCG Racing have fully unveiled their SFX Symmetrical Flex conversion kit for the Yokomo BD10. After months of development and testing, the SFX conversion has already proven its capabilities in the hands of Nicholas Lee. The lightweight 7075 motor mount is designed with durability in mind and it works together with the symmetrical 2-pieces top deck. The design allows the use of the same top decks for both front and rear and it greatly increases the flex options as well as the ease of use. The rigid motor mount, which includes mounting positions for the battery stoppers, minimises longitudinal flex and makes the car more direct at corner entry and exit while increasing corner speed. By having a symmetrical flex design the car is more consistent and easier to drive, while the increased options help to adjust and fine-tune the car‘s setup to almost any track conditions and driving style. The SFX conversion also provides easier swapping of the top decks and better access to the drivetrain. The motor mount design allows the use of large pinion gears for stock racing but also works with large main gears needed for modified classes. Included in the set, that is available from now on, comes the new design motor mount, narrow top decks, top deck screws and 1mm aluminum washers.
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LCG Racing have released a first teaser for their forthcoming all-new SFX premium conversion kits for the Yokomo BD10 and Xray T4’20 mid-motor touring car kits. No official details are available yet but we bring you more updates as they surface.
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