November 22, 2013

Pro-Line 1/8 buggy tyre updates

Pro-Line 1/8 buggy tyre updates

Pro-Line have extended their already impressive range of 1/8 buggy tyres by several compound variants and pre-mounts. The Blockade, Bow-Tie 2.0 and Big Blox thread now additionally come in the super soft X4 compound as tyre only or pre-mounted on white Velocity disc wheels. Also new in the X4 range are the Hole Shot 2.0, Ion and Diamond Back all of which come as tyre only. Additionally the Hole Shot 2.0 will become available as soft X3 compound for warmer ambient temperatures or for the use on higher traction surfaces.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]


November 22, 2013

Pro-Line Desert Raid & Ford F-100 bodies

Pro-Line Desert Raid & Ford F-100 bodies

Pro-Line have three new off-road body shells available in the form of the SC-compatible Desert Raid as well as two Ford F-100 bodies. Starting with the Desert Raid, it is modelled after the prototype SU vehicles used at endurance rallies such as the Dakar and it fits many of today’s short course trucks such as the Pro-2 SC, the Slash 2WD and 4×4 as well as the SC10. Mounting the body requires the use of extended body mounts and you can even dare to race it as Flo-Tek air escape vents reduce the so called parachute effect often associated with this type of body shell. The body comes clear, includes window masks and a decal sheet.

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November 22, 2013

Tuning Haus F1 aluminium rear bearing inserts

Tuning Haus F1 aluminium rear bearing inserts

New from Tuning Haus are a range of machined and anodised aluminium inserts that replace the plastic units found in most F1 kits. The wide variety of options provide accurate ride height adjustments on tarmac and carpet using most any brand of foam or rubber tire. The offsets are etched for easy identification, even in crowded parts boxes and come in pairs.

Source: Tuning Haus [tuninghaus.com]


November 21, 2013

Kyosho RB6 & RT6 aluminium idler gear

Kyosho RB6 & RT6 aluminium idler gear

Kyosho Germany introduce this 26T aluminium idler gear for the RB6 buggy and RT6 truck. It is designed to replace the standard composite part with a more durable solution, ideal when running low-turn motors in high ambient temperatures or on very high-traction surfaces. The gear is cut from high-quality aluminium and it comes hard-anodised for added durability.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]


November 20, 2013

Savöx SW-1210SG waterproof servo

Savöx SW-1210SG waterproof servo

Savöx Germany introduce the waterproof SW-1210SG standard size servo. Actually being slightly taller than what is considered “standard size” the 42mm high servo offers 20kg-cm of torque and a speed of 0.15s at 6.0V input. It features metal gears and a coreless motor making it ideal for all heavy duty applications such as monster trucks and generally all cars where torque is needed over speed and the slightly taller case is not an issue.

Source: Savöx [savox.de]


November 20, 2013

Awesomatix A700 downstop collars

Awesomatix A700 downstop collars

Awesomatix introduce these new downstop collars for the use with the A700 touring car. They are of a new design, offer a more reliable fitment in the chassis plate and there is no need to glue them into the chassis with CA glue making service and replacement much easier. Included in the set are five collars.

Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.com]


November 20, 2013

MR..Roche T4 ’14 graphite arm stiffeners

MR..Roche T4 '14 graphite arm stiffeners

Made for the Xray T4 ’14 touring car kit are MR..Roche’s latest graphite option parts in the form of front and rear arm stiffeners. Available as 1.0mm, 1.5mm and 2.0mm variant the parts are a direct fit on the ’14 arms and reduce the flexibility of the wishbones for added adjustability and a more precise feeling of the car on very high grip surfaces. The stiffeners come as separate front and rear sets including the needed mounting hardware.

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November 20, 2013

RPM T4.2 front shock tower

RPM T4.2 front shock tower

New from RPM comes this front shock tower for the Team Associated T4.2, SC10.2 and SC10B. Designed with the main goal of having a part with maximum crash survivability, the tower offers a ribbed structure surrounding the vital areas that needed support. This rib, combined with RPM’s renown nylon material, helps to let the shock stay withstand even the harshest forms of bashing and racing.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]