August 13, 2015

AKA 1/10 Evo Closed Cell Black Inserts

AKA 1/10 Evo Closed Cell Black Inserts

AKA have expanded their range of closed cell inserts with the introduction of these new black 1/10th Evo inserts. Available for buggy rear, 2wd and 4wd front, the black (Medium) insert is ideal for smooth, high-grip tracks and very warm ambient temperatures (90F/32C+).

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]


August 13, 2015

T-Work’s Hong Nor/OFNA X3 alu steering balls

T-Work’s Hong Nor/OFNA X3 alu steering balls

T-Work’s have introduced this line of steering balls suitable for the Hong Nor/OFNA X3 1/8th scale buggy. Sold in a set of 4 they have been machined from lightweight 7075-T6 Hard Coated aluminium and are a direct replacement for the kit part.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


August 12, 2015

Inside Line Racing piston drill bits

Inside Line Racing piston drill bits

Inside Line Racing introduce this handy set of high quality piston drill bits to tune your shock absorbers. The set of 10 drills are supplied in a robust screw cap container and range from 1.0mm to 1.9mm to cover all common possibilities. Each drill is colour coded to help with quick identification by using the colour key on the label meaning no more digging out your Verniers to check your drill sizes.

Source: Inside Line Racing [insidelineracing.co.uk]


August 12, 2015

Protoform Elite-TC Pre-cut wing kit

Protoform Elite-TC Precut wing

The Elite-TC wing kit from Protoform is an all-new, track-tested Lexan wing designed specifically to give your 190mm touring car a smooth, neutral driving feeling on high-grip surfaces. The wing features a unique profile that can be run in three configurations to tune to your specific class or track condition. It’s formed from a not-too-flimsy, but not-too-heavy weight of genuine Lexan and is fully pre-cut with two 20 x 40mm end plates. All you have to do is use attach the endplates using the super-sticky tape, mount to your 190mm race body using the supplied hardware, and you’re ready to hit the track. The Elite-TC Wing Kit meets all IFMAR/EFRA/ROAR body standards.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]


August 12, 2015

Protoform Chevy Camaro Z/28 190mm body

Protoform Chevy Camaro Z/28 190mm body

New for USGT and Scale Spec racing Protoform have released their officially-licensed rendition of the Chevy Camaro Z/28 for 190mm touring car. A lowered stance, enlarged front splitter, signature silver “Flow-tie” grill emblem and integrated decklid spoiler enhance the aerodynamic performance and aesthetic style. The body includes add-on rear wing with two trim lines, injection molded struts and a race-inspired decal sheet and is produced in genuine, durable .030” Lexan and comes with protective overspray film, window masks, decal sheet and hardware to mount the struts and wing.

View more images of the body here


August 12, 2015

Arrowmax tire balancing station for 1/10 TC

Arrowmax tire balancing station for 1/10 TC

Arrowmax now have a 1/10 touring car tire balancing station available. Machined from high-grade aluminium and easy to use, this balancer allows hassle-free balancing of 1/10 touring car tires. The unique design allows the balancer to be easily disassembled for compact storage, while the honeycomb design helps to keep the tool lightweight and provide that unmistakeable Arrowmax look.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


August 12, 2015

Mckune Design Shorty weight plate

Mckune Design Shorty weight plate

Mckune Design have released their new simple Low Centre of Gravity shorty weight plate. The plates are made from super thin .75mm thick brushed stainless steel, yet still weigh 25 grams each. They will fit under any 2S shorty LiPo and can be stacked for additional weight.

Source: McKune Design [mckunedesign.com]


August 12, 2015

Teamsaxo F1-200-V2 upgrade car kit

Teamsaxo F1-200-V2 upgrade car kit

Teamsaxo have released this new V2 version of their F1-200 upgrade car kit which transforms the F1-200 into having a 199mm wide track width and a 266mm wheelbase. Along with the new lightweight chassis plate, this V2 version includes a new ackermann servo saver as well as servo mount together with a new upper pod plate and rear battery mount for different battery layout configurations.

View the kit components here