May 30, 2019

Tekno 1/8th scale large radius spring perch set

Tekno have introduced their new 1/8th scale large radius spring perch set for their 1/8th scale vehicles. The locking shock rod end and spring perch set features an updated design to drastically increase the life of the shock boots. In this new set, the spring perch has been redesigned with a large radius at the top of the slot where the perch slips over the shock shaft, eliminating a sharp edge that could quickly damage the shock boot. Less shock boot tearing means the shocks will be more consistent between rebuilds with less dirt and dust being allowed in, which also preserves the shock shafts and O-rings. This new spring perch set features the same tall spring perch design as the previous #TKR6140B shock rod end and spring perch set and is made from the same durable composite plastic. Compatible with all Tekno RC 1/8th vehicles as well as the SCT410 and MT410.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]


May 30, 2019

Kyosho MP10 1.5mm wire big bore shock springs

Coming from Kyosho are new big bore shock springs for their Inferno MP10 buggy. Made of thicker 1.5mm wire the springs are meant to be more durable than the standard 1.4mm items, allowing for greater durability and thus suspension precision in the long run. The 70mm long front springs are available as blue 7-1.5 hard, red 7.5-1.5 medium and light purple 8-1.5 soft springs while the 81mm rear springs come as blue 8-1.5 hard, red 8.5-1.5 medium and light purple 9-1.5 soft variants.

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May 30, 2019

Xray T4 orange composite spur gears

Xray have announced the release of their new orange colour 48 pitch and 64 pitch spur gears for their T4 range of touring cars. Moulded from a special hard composite material the strategically lightened gears are of a very low weight without compromising strength or durability. The gears are available as 84T 48 pitch or 96T, 100T and 110T 64 pitch variant.

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May 29, 2019

Zero Tribe BD9 mid motor conversion – Teaser

Japanese brand Zero Tribe, known for their front and mid motor conversions for the Xray T4 touring car, are currently developing a mid motor conversion kit for the Yokomo BD9 tourer. In the very early stages of design, the release of the actual kit may take some time but it is nice to see the proactive brand caring for the needs of Yokomo users. We bring you more updates on the project as they become available.

Source: Zero Tribe [zerotribejapan.com]


May 29, 2019

Darkside Designs B6.1 carbon fibre optionals

Darkside Designs have introduced new carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated B6.1 buggy in the form of a B6.1D +2mm front shock tower, a rear body support and a slipper and tie-rod wrench. Starting with the front shock tower, the part is of a +2mm design for the use with the AE91617 shock shafts or 2mm unscrewed eyelets. In addition to allowing for an increased shock length the shock stay also offers in-between shock mount holes. Also new and usable for all B6.1 variants is a carbon fibre rear body support. It helps keeping the rear of the body in position by allowing the lid to rest on the support plate. The item will be attached to the rear shock tower and it is cut from high-quality carbon fibre. Last but not least comes the slipper and tie-rod wrench for all AE 6.1 series vehicles. The tool allows for easy camber link and slipper clutch adjustment.

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May 29, 2019

Roche P12 Evo servo mount & LH steering knuckles

Roche have introduced new option parts for their Rapide P12 Evo 1/12th scale and P10 1/10th scale on-road kits. First up is an aluminium servo mount set for 35mm to 37mm micro servos. The set includes new black anodised servo mounts as well as centre shock shims with the mounts being designed for the use with the latest generation of larger size micro servos. The parts are precision-machined from high-quality aluminium, they come black anodised for wear and looks and they are a direct fit. Also new is a low height steering knuckle set for the P12 Evo and P10 kits. The reduced height allows for a wider front suspension setup range while also helping with steering response adjustment. The set includes a left and a right hand side steering knuckle moulded from high-quality composite material.

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May 29, 2019

Destiny RX-10FF cross chassis battery mount set

Coming for the Destiny RX-10FF 1/10th FWD touring car is a cross chassis battery mount set. The kit allows for a floating or O-ring type battery mounting, the latter making for a slightly stiffer chassis setup while the mount also allows for forward and backward battery placement in order to fine-tune the car’s weight bias. Included in the set is all needed mounting hardware.

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May 29, 2019

Kyosho RB7 front wing mount set

Kyosho have announced the soon release of a front wing mount set for their Ultima RB7 buggy. The set includes the front wing mount, that attaches to the front shock tower, as well as mounting hardware. Not included is the necessary front wing. Generally using a front wing will keep the vehicle more planted during fast cornering and while jumping, making it a nice feature to fine-tune the buggy’s aero package.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]