May 31, 2016

Teamsaxo GT300W-V2 1/12th scale pan car kit

Teamsaxo GT300W-V2 1/12th scale pan car kit

Teamsaxo have introduced their new GT300W-V2 1/12th scale pan car kit. Developed using the input of drivers and distributors the V2 kit will include hard compound plastics and a lowered front suspension seat for improved handling and precision, it comes with harder metal parts and also a redesigned power pod for easier motor installation and removal as well as a new rear axle mount that now uses shims to adjust the ride height, doing away with the previously used insert system. The kit will hit the stores very soon.

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May 31, 2016

Exotek 22 3.0 suspension hangers & wing mounts

Exotek 22 3.0 suspension hangers & wing mounts

Coming from Exotek and made for the TLR 22 3.0 buggy are several new option parts. First up is the RF LRC suspension hanger made from heavy brass material. The rear front suspension hanger weighs in at 24g and it is of the low roll centre configuration. The part comes black anodised and adds weight in front of the rear A-arms which can increase traction in low to medium-bite conditions.

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May 31, 2016

WRC GTX kevlar pulley set

WRC GTX kevlar pulley set

Italian company WRC have introduced a set of kevlar-reinforced belt pulleys for the GTX 1/8th nitro on-road car. Designed to replace the kit’s standard parts the kevlar variants will make for improved durability while giving the car that “factory” look. The set includes a total of six pulleys and bushings and it is a direct replacement for the stock parts.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]


May 31, 2016

New Mugen HD pinion gears & multi-hole pistons

New Mugen HD pinion gears & multi-hole pistons

Mugen Seiki have introduced new option parts for their range of on-road vehicles. First up are the HD pinions for the MRX6 and MGT7 cars. The heavy duty gears sport a nickel-plated surfaces rather than being hard-anodised which makes for improved wear resistance. They are available in four sizes including 15T and 16T first gear and 19T and 20T second gear variants. Also new are 3-hole and 4-hole pistons for the MRX and MTX cars. Coming in sets of two the pistons add more damper setup options to Mugen’s popular on-road cars and it is understood that they come in handy especially on high-bite surfaces.

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May 30, 2016

T-Works titanium-nitride tyre cutter tip

T-Works titanium-nitride tyre cutter tip

Coming from T-Works is a titanium-nitride coated tyrer cutter tip. Compatible with most tyre cutters and truers the tip features a special surface treatment, known from hinge pins and shock shafts, that is both hard-wearing and friction reducing. The cutting element comes in a padded box for easy transportation and storage.

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May 30, 2016

HB D815 V2 1/8th nitro off-road buggy

HB D815 V2 1/8th nitro off-road buggy

Available soon from HB is the D815 V2 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. The follow-up model of the IFMAR World Championship winning car includes a range of option parts such as an extended chassis plate that adds 4mm of length to the rear end to allow for a longer wheelbase while also shifting the weight distribution for improved stability especially in high-speed corners. Additionally also the standard chassis plate is included in the kit to make for a wider setup range from stock. Along with the +4mm chassis comes a +4mm centre driveshaft plus a range of other optional parts such as carbon fibre suspension inserts, additional carbon fibre camber plates for the rear hubs as well as the “high” rear wing mount and the #4 carbon fibre Ackermann plates that provide a different Ackermann angle for more all-round steering, especially on high-traction or very technical tracks.

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May 30, 2016

Muchmore Impact Linear FD2 6400mAh LCG LiPo battery

Muchmore Impact Linear FD2 6400mAh LCG LiPo battery pack

Muchmore have introduced their new Impact Linear FD2 series LCG LiPo battery pack. Made from high performance 110C cells the battery is only 22.3mm tall, meaning its use will lower the car’s centre of gravity compared to the class-standard 25.1mm packs. With a capacity of 6400mAh it is good for the use in modified and stock classes alike and the weight of only 271g also reduces the vehicle’s overall weight, allowing to put weight where it is needed.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]


May 30, 2016

Cox Optima 2016 aluminium shock absorbers

Cox Optima 2016 aluminium shock absorbers

Cox have introduced oil-filled aluminium shock absorbers for Kyosho’s Optima 2016 1/10th 4WD buggy. Machined from aluminium and coming with a high-precision finish the shocks offer an increased oil volume and travel compared to the standard “red” shocks. Design-wise the dampers are oriented at Kyosho’s iconic “gold” shock absorbers and thus they are making a cool period-correct option part. The shocks are available as separate front and rear sets including springs and also as combo package including both the short front and long rear shocks.

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