August 14, 2014

Exotek B5 carbon front towers

Exotek B5 carbon front towers

New from Exotek for the Associated B5 comes this heavy duty 4mm carbon fibre shock tower set with machined alloy camber link mounts for both the B5 gull wing arms and B5 flat arms. Much stiffer and stronger than the stock tower, recess cuts on the back side of the tower allow for spring clearance. Choose between factory blue or black machined camber blocks. Matching the stock geometry the total weight is only 14 grams and 13.6 grams respectively.

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August 14, 2014

JConcepts TLR22-4 pre-cut chassis protective sheet

JConcepts TLR22-4 pre-cut chassis protective sheet

JConcepts expand their range of pre cut chassis protector decals with the addition of one for the TLR 22-4 4wd buggy. With 2 pieces included per package, the durable and low-resistance material fits each chassis layout like a glove and adds protection and style in one easy package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


August 14, 2014

STRC B5 & B5M motor plates

STRC B5 & B5M motor plates

CNC Machined from high quality aluminum, STRC have produced these aluminium motor plate for the Associated B5 and B5M which feature heatsink cuts to help dissipate heat from the motor as well as adding a great factory look with a logo on the transmission side. The motor plate also features longer motor screw slots that allows for a larger variety of pinion gear sizes to accommodate different racing classes without having to change the spur gear. Available in anodized Blue, Gun metal and Silver.

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August 13, 2014

Serpent Cobra S811 carbon radio tray conversion

Serpent Cobra S811 carbon radio tray conversion

New from Serpent for the Cobra S811E, S811GTE and S811T-E is this complete carbon radio tray conversion set with the main aim to reduce weight. Developed in close cooperation with Torsten Thiel from Germany the aluminium servo mount makes the steering servo mount stronger thus reducing flex and the removal of the nylon front holder will also reduce weight. The carbon battery tray also helps reduce weight as well as improving looks and the whole thing is very easy to mount and requires no modifications.

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August 13, 2014

Tuning Haus alu front steering arm sets

Tuning Haus alu front steering arm sets

Tuning Haus has introduced new machined aluminium front steering arm sets to deliver a more durable, adjustable and economical high performance option for Tamiya and other F1 chassis. Steering arms are machined, tapped and etched with a Tuning Haus logo to make L/R orientation simple, while the lower profile design provides additional options for ride height adjustment. Steel axles are keyed into the steering block for accurate fit with the kingpin and are drilled and tapped 3mm for securing axle/arm assembly to the kingpin (if desired). All components in addition to optional 2.4mm offset axles are available separately.

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August 13, 2014

Samix 418 & BD7 aluminium chassis plate

 Samix 418 & BD7 aluminium chassis plate

New from Samix for the Tamiya 418 and Yokomo BD7 is a pair of aluminium chassis plates. Made from high quality 2mm thick aluminium it is stiffer than the standard carbon version with the manufacturer claiming that it can be easily tweaked even after a big crash. The chassis plates come supplied with a stylish fan holder as well as battery mounting plates.

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August 13, 2014

Factory Team V2 .71 threaded front shock bodies

Factory Team V2 .71 threaded front shock bodies

New from Associated’s Factory Team come these V2 .71 threaded front shock bodies which are compatible with all current RTR and Factory Team shocks on the RC10 World’s Car and RC10 Classic vehicles. Made from low-friction material, the threaded lower seal cap acts as a guide bushing, this easy-to-build seal package simplifies the build using two O-rings and one spacer. Works with existing shock shafts, pistons, O-rings, shock ends, spring cups, and shock caps.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]


August 12, 2014

Tim Altmann wins Rd6 of RC Lemans Series

Tim Altmann wins Rd6 of RC Lemans Series

The 6th Round of the Pro10 RC Lemans series was held at the MCC Rhein-Ahr in Bad Breisig, near Koblenz/Germany last weekend. After 3 Rounds of qualifying Tim Altmann took TQ ahead of his brother Kai and Tobias Weist with Sven Stoffels and Marcel Ellissen completing the top 5. Tim took an easy win in the first 2 legs to wrap up the overall win while behind him it was Sven and Kai with a 2nd and 3rd place each. The 3rd final was totally wet and only 3 drivers started and so with a win for Tobias and his 4th place from the first final he  could secure the runner up spot while 3rd place went to Kai Altmann on tiebreak against Sven. The final race of the series will take place at the legend track in Oberhausen/Germany in October when the overall series win will be decided between Tim and Tobias.

Thanks to Tobias Weist for the report.