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February 26, 2018

Yokomo BD8-2018 hard 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis

Yokomo have introduced a hard 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis for the BD8-2018 touring car. The chassis is 0.25mm thicker than the standard carbon fibre main plate for less torsional flex which is helpful especially in high-bite carpet and asphalt racing conditions. In addition the chassis is of a different shape in the B and C mount area – in front and behind the battery and electronic compartments – optimising torsional and pitch flex for an easier driving feeling. The main plate is a direct fit on the 2018 car and available now.

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February 23, 2018

Fenix BD8 aluminium main chassis & top deck

Coming from Fenix and made for Yokomo’s popular BD8 touring car are an aluminium main chassis plate and top deck. As for the chassis, much thoughts went into in-corner scrub and drag reduction, which leads to more flowing outer lines as well as redesigned battery mounting brackets to further add clearance during hard cornering. The chassis comes with extensive machining in the battery and electric area for optimised flex characteristics, a black coated surface and machined silver edge details. As for the top deck, extra clearance is provided in the pinion area to ensure proper fitting of large pinions when running high-wind stock motors. Both the chassis and top deck will fit the 2018 and 2017 BD8 kits.

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February 23, 2018

Yeah Racing release new TA-02 & YD-2S option parts

Coming from Yeah Racing are new option parts for the Tamiya TA-02 and Yokomo YD-2S on-road kits. First up is a carbon fibre upgrade set for the Tamiya TA-02 and TA-02SW 1/10th 4WD on-road kits that includes a lower carbon fibre chassis plate, a matching upper deck as well as front and rear shock towers. The conversion will lead to a lighter and stronger chassis assembly while adding visual impact at the same time.

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February 12, 2018

RC Speed Secrets Next Level 1.6+1.7 12mm shock pistons

RC Speed Secrets have introduced their new Next Level 1.6+1.7 12mm Cheater shock pistons for Team Associated, TLR and Yokomo 1/10th off-road kits. They are machined from high-quality material for a perfect fit and sport a split 2-hole 1.6mm and 1.7mm setup for improved damping performance. The 4-piece sets are available specifically for AE, TLR and Yokomo kits.

Source: RC Speed Secrets [rcspeedsecrets.com]

February 11, 2018

T-Works introduce new BD8-2018 alloy options

T-Works have introduced new aluminium option parts for the Yokomo BD8-2018 touring car in the form of front aluminium spool cups as well as anti-roll bar rods. The spool cups are designed for the use with C-shaped driveshafts pin protectors while the 13.8mm and 16.8mm swaybar rods lower the unsprung weight. All parts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard-anodised for wear.

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February 7, 2018

RC Speed Secrets YZ-2 DTM titanium screw kits

Coming from RC Speed Secrets and made for the Yokomo YZ-2 DTM 2WD buggy are two new titanium screw kits. Available as 70-pieces upper and 26-pieces lower set, the fasteners are made or Grade 5 quality titanium and they feature deep sockets for easier wrenching and less stress on both the screw heads and tool tips. The sets are available in a rainbow/oil slick finish or in a stealth black finish to make them stand out.

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February 7, 2018

Yeah Racing YD2S black aluminium gearbox

Yeah Racing have introduced their new quick release aluminium gearbox for the Yokomo YD2S drift car. The transmission housing compromises of two sturdy bulkheads and small differential clamps that allow to extract the rear differential after undoing only four screws for swift and easy maintenance tasks and setup changes. The gearbox is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes black anodised, with machined edge details and laser-etched markings.

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February 6, 2018

Factory RC YZ-4 SF carbon fibre option parts

Factory RC have announced the release of new carbon fibre option parts for the Yokomo YZ-4 SF buggy in the form of front and rear shock towers as well as a LiPo battery strap. The shock towers are both cut from high-quality 4mm black carbon fibre and the front shock stay comes milled out to reduce weight and increase airflow onto the front of the body for additional down force while the rear variant is marked for easy identification. As for the battery strap, the part sports an opening to allow in-car charging while using the balance port of the battery so there is no longer need to remove the back or strap to charge in the car. The brace uses standard hardware and is compatible with both standard height or low profile shorty packs. All parts are equipped with Factory RC’s ”Leading Edge” chamfered edge for cool looks and greater durability.

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