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July 14, 2022

Rêve D Type TK suspension mount

Rêve D have introduced the new ‘Type TK’ for the rear (RF) in their lightweight and highly rigid aluminium suspension mount series. ‘Type TK’, which was developed by Takahiro Kawakami and the team, has two rod end ball mounting holes on the upper surface of the suspension mount. By attaching the upper arm to the suspension mount, a direct feeling is created in the movement of the rear suspension, and traction performance and control performance are dramatically improved. There are two types, #6 (57.2-60.4mm) and #7 (60.8-64.0mm), which can be used not only for MC-1 but also for YD-2 series.

View both suspension mounts here

July 13, 2022

Infinity IF15 rear tower & camber plates

New for the Infinity IF15 and IF15W, Creation Model have produced some new options beginning with this new rear shock tower that features a body mounting position 3.5mm lower than std, contributing to a lower centre of gravity. By using the T266 Alu HBP mount it is also possible to utilise a horizontal style body mounting style. The shock mounting positions have also been reduced to 3, offering increased strength and crash resistance. There is also a new carbon camber plate that can be adjusted in fine steps. The diagonal direction of the holes incorporates the latest setups for the IF15. The bottom hole is the same original hole 2 (lower), the more you raise it, the more calm the rear will be. Finally, the carbon camber plate that can be adjusted in a diagonal direction that incorporates the latest setups for the IF15. In addition, the A-arm type camber link enhances rigidity and is a set of parts that greatly support rear grip. The bottom hole is the same as original hole 2 (lower), the more you raise it, the more calm the rear will be.

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July 13, 2022

Yokomo YD-2 aluminium 3-piece rear hub carrier

Yokomo is pleased to announce the release of their new team aluminium 3-piece rear hub carrier for the YD-2. The universal shaft features a short axle shaft for narrow scrubs and the universal joint pin is positioned as far outward as possible to activate the suspension movement and enable more direct movement. Conventional universal shafts can also be used by adding spacers so you can feel the difference in movement by combining them. This rear hub carrier set also features selectable upper and lower arm mounting positions, and by making the upper side a separate part the length of the upper arm can be changed variably making it easier to control the change in ground contact surface when rolling. The lower arm can also be installed at 4 different heights, allowing for a wider range of roll centre settings and is an excellent match with the rear weight adjustment.

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July 13, 2022

Xray X4 PSS 2-hole 0.8mm pistons

New for the X4, Xray have introduced these new composite PSS 2-hole 0.8mm pistons. The configuration allows for a heavier shock oil that gives the car a more consistent handling. Sold in a set of 4, they also work with the T4 touring car.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 12, 2022

Xtreme Racing Optima Mid carbon options

Xtreme Racing have announced some new items for the Kyosho Optima Mid 2022 re release. These include a 2.5mm quasi carbon fibre chassis, a 2mm radio tray along with 3mm front shock tower, rear shock tower and rear camber mount. All parts are designed to replace the stock parts without any modification and add strength along with great looks. All parts are made from high quality US made carbon fibre and machined in USA also.

View the full decked out Optima Mid here

July 11, 2022

Xray XB2 alu steering arm for double sided plate

For the XB2, Xray have introduced this new alu steering arm for double sided plate. The new part allows for an adjustment range of 0~7mm in the frontward linkage position. The part is made from black coated Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium which offers your XB2, SCX and XT2 more precise steering.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 11, 2022

Factory Pro RC X4 MR conversion kit

New from Factory Pro RC, is their MR conversion kit for the Xray X4’22. The main aim of the conversion is to change the position of the motor, moving it 26mm to the rear. They claim that this helps give the car better traction and improved acceleration. The set includes the new 2.25mm thick carbon main chassis, 2mm carbon top deck, the new front and rear belts and the new rear inside battery guard plate also made from carbon.

Source: Factory Pro RC [facebook.com]

July 11, 2022

Sagami RC Fab AK12 battery stopper & rear brace

Sagami RC Fab has released two new hop-up parts for Team Bomber AK12. The first is a new battery stopper, the successor of BO-002 with enhanced functionality. It consists of an aluminium front stopper and a carbon rear stopper and gives the battery the option of 3 different positions. It can be used with both battery brace in the AK12 kit and the carbon battery brace made by SRF. The other new items is an aluminium rear brace. Machined from 7075-T6 and matte black anodised, compared to the carbon rear brace included in the kit the assembly accuracy and the rigidity of the entire motor pod are improved.

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