June 5, 2012

Kyosho MP9 driveshafts & R4 RU bulkheads

Kyosho have released a number of new items for the MP9 and the V-One R4. Firstly for the MP9 there are these 3.5mm thick driveshafts which have been designed to increase reliability and to handle the increased power of today’s engines. Included in the TKI3 kit these driveshafts are available as a spare part now. For the R4 there is a new aluminium upper rear bulkhead set to strengthen and stiffen the rear of the car for increased handling and performance. Kyosho have also introduced 200000 CTS high quality silicone diff oil for the diffs of the V-One R4.

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June 4, 2012

Associated TC6.1 one way

Associated have released a TC6.1 and TC6 front oneway for high-grip conditions. Designed to ensure that both front wheels maintain maximum speed by letting the inside wheel turn slower than the outside wheel, which allows more consistency through a corner. As a plus, under deceleration, the front wheels are disconnected from the drivetrain, allowing their traction to be used solely for turning (and not driving), which gives more steering.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]


June 2, 2012

KM H-K1 EvoII drivetrain upgrade parts

KM Racing release new optional parts for the H-K1 EvoII 200mm nitro on-road chassis. Available are a new front differential case, 24T front belt pulley and a 5mm wide front belt. All three parts are designed to be used together with the pulley being designed for the use with the new 5mm belt and also featuring a reinforced side where the screws attach. The new parts make for a more reliable and better performing drivetrain.

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June 2, 2012

Team Grid TC6 series belt tensioner

Team Grid release this belt tensioner for Team Associated’s TC6 series of touring cars. It is a drop fit solution and bolts onto the existing front tower shock tower holes. Made from CNC-machined and anodised aluminium it allows to run the belt looser and at the desired running tension and features a dual M4x 8mm bearing system that slides at an angle for a large range of adjustment.

View an image of the tensioner mounted here


June 1, 2012

Thunder Innovation THECar spring retainers

Thunder Innovation announce these aluminium shock spring retainer for JQ Product’s THECar. CNC-machined from aluminium and of a super lightweight design the retainers sport seven large diameter holes and six grooves that help to get the dirt out of the shocks while a 2mm raised collar keeps the springs in place even under severe racing conditions. The parts that are released under TI’s Alien brand are available in black and green colour.

Source: Thunder Innovation [thunderinnovation.com]


June 1, 2012

Xray XB9 composite rear wing

Xray introduce this composite rear wing for the XB9 buggy. Made from a special compound the wing features reinforced edges in critical areas to prevent breakage and makes for increased side stability and downforce. The wing is available in black, white and neon yellow colour and included two wing shims.

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June 1, 2012

Avid Associated spring collar adapters

Avid RC introduce their new spring collar adapters for Team Associated buggies and trucks. They are designed to upgrade the current AE shocks to 12mm big bore springs. The collar adapters slide directly over the existing shock collar and secure with a set screw. Installation only takes a minute and the collars hold the springs concentric as well as allowing for easy ride height adjustments. They are CNC-machined from 6061 aluminium, include 4-40 set screws and come black anodises in packs of four collars.

Source: Avid RC [avidrc.com]


May 31, 2012

SpeedMerchant pan car steering blocks

SpeedMerchant introduce their new pan car steering blocks for all on-road chassis with standard 1/8″ king pin. They sport the same geometry as company’s delrin blocks and are slightly lower in height than most of the available blocks for more variety in ride height and roll centre adjustments. Additionally the 4.40 ball stud is moved away from the king pin for more Ackermann options while a different axle trail takes away a bit of the twitchiness around the centre of the steering. They are designed for the use with SpeedMerchant’s machined front axles, come with 4-40 set screws and are available in black or blue anodising.

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