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December 26, 2018

Yokomo YZ-2DTM2 Stock Spec 2WD buggy kit

Coming in January 2019 is Yokomo’s new YZ-2DTM2 Stock Spec 1/10th scale 2WD buggy kit. Based on the successful YZ-2DTM2 the Stock Spec version includes some handy stock motor class specific option parts such as the MIP Pucks drive system, MIP Pucks Bi-metal driveshafts, as well as a direct drive spur gear hub and top shaft. The Pucks drive system and dog bones will ensure a lightweight yet durable drivetrain while the direct drive slipper eliminator reduces the drivetrain’s rotational mass for quicker spool-up, faster acceleration and less motor heat. The kit will hit stores in January.

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December 17, 2018

Vigor BD9 narrow top deck

Coming from Vigor is a new narrow carbon fibre top deck for the Yokomo BD9 touring car. CNC-machined from high-quality carbon fibre the top deck is 9mm wide, making for softer flex characteristics than the standard item, which comes in handy especially in lower grip track surfaces. The upper deck is available in 1.6mm and 2.0mm thickness to further widen the range of possible chassis flex settings.

Source: Vigor [vigorrc.com]

December 14, 2018

Yokomo Max Power 6000mAh & 5300mAh LiPo batteries

Yokomo have introduced their new Max Power 6000mAh and 5300mAh LiPo battery packs. Starting with the 6000mAh variant, the battery is built from high-performance 100C-rated cells for maximum power output in modified and stock touring classes. In addition the low centre of gravity design ensures faster cornering compared to a standard height pack due to a lowered overall centre of gravity. The second new pack is an economically-priced 5300mAh battery of standard dimensions and built from high-quality 50C cells. The battery can be used in a variety of classes.

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December 13, 2018

Yokomo YZ-2 steel RF suspension mount

Yokomo have introduced a new steel RF suspension mount block for the YZ-2 buggy and YZ-2T stadium truck. Considerably heavier than the standard aluminium mount the suspension hanger will add weight to the rear part of the chassis in order to improve rear traction and stability in lower grip track conditions. The item utilises the standard suspension shaft inserts and it is a direct fit for both the buggy and truck.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

December 13, 2018

Corner Speed RC T4, BD8 & BD9 turnbuckle tool

Corner Speed RC have introduced a special turnbuckle tool that fits the ball cups of Xray T4’15 to ’19 as well as Yokomo BD8’18 and BD9 kits. Made of a aircraft-grade aluminium case and stainless steel shafts the tool is of a low weight and ensures extra smooth operation. A unique design helps to build turnbuckles fast and easy while also helping to eliminate unwanted misalignments with equal lengths on both sides.

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December 13, 2018

Yokomo RPX-II Drift Spec speed controller

Yokomo have introduced their new RPX-II Drift Spec speed controller that is specially outfitted for demanding drift car racing. Rated at 160A the ESC can even handle high-powered motors and it offers a 6V/7.4V BEC system with up to 6A, allowing to use power-hungry digital servos and gyros alongside without missing a beat. Premium-grade FETs ensure a super low internal resistance for crisp power supply and a specially-tuned firmware with a factory-tweaked basic setup provides a unique control advantage on low-grip surfaces. Using Yokomo’s BL-WM WiFi module or the RPX-II programming box, the speedo’s software features can be individually tuned to meed the driver’s needs. The controller measures 32.9×34.6×19.6mm and it weighs in at 44g.

View the programmer and WiFi module here

December 11, 2018

T-Works T4 & BD9 graphite spur gear plate

Coming from T-Works and made for the Xray T4 and Yokomo BD9 touring cars is a carbon fibre spur gear plate. The item is a direct replacement for the standard composite part and it adds stability to the centre layshaft, pulley and main gear area. It is a direct fit for the above cars and available now.

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

December 10, 2018

Factory RC YZ-2T carbon fibre option parts

Factory RC have announced the release of a plethora of new carbon fibre option parts for the Yokomo YZ-2T 2WD stadium truck kit. First up is a battery hold down set in traditional black weave as well as blue and gold weave carbon fibre materials. The set is made from 3mm and 5mm carbon fibre pieces utilising the stock hardware to greatly improve battery retention. Using the 5mm spacer block and an additional bolt the battery stops and battery tab no longer flex which can allow the battery to eject from the vehicle. The set will also fit the YZ-2 series of buggies if owners change the sideguards to the updated YOKZ2-002SPT parts.

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