Roche have introduced this new optional graphite upper and lower pod plate for the Rapide P10W Evo2. The new plates extended the wheelbase of the car by 8mm, increasing rear stability and making it easier to drive on medium or low traction surfaces.
Source: Roche [rocherc.com]
From Factory Team comes this handy carrier that will transport 16 of your favourite fluid bottles in neat compartments. The zipper enclosure keeps contents secure, the top flap’s inner pocket adds extra storage and the fabric handle makes carrying comfortable. Inner dividers can be removed to store alternate items if desired. Sporting the Factory Team logo, the bag measures 203x203x134mm (8″x8″x5.25″).
Source: Team Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
From MOD are these aluminium X67mm pin bones for the TLR22 5.0 Elite. Instantly shave 26% off your rotational mass for the 21.5, 17.5 or 13.5 classes. Made in House at MIP, these bones are a favourite among racers as it provides the same feel as the stock bones but are lighter weight. Also with the keyed design you get the ultimate wear out of the yoke portion but light weight advantage of the aluminium bone giving you the best of both worlds. They have also optimised the bones so as to not rub on the outdrive at full plunge and create unnecessary bind taking into consideration the current team setups.
Source: MOD [modspeedshop.com]
Upgrade your Team Associated race kits with the new Factory Team aluminium rear hubs for B74.1 and B6.2. Available in anodised blue or black aluminium with laser-etched FT logo, these hubs add an extra level of bling and precision to your rides. With two set screws to further secure the hub and hub insert to the hinge pin, you can be sure these hubs will stay consistent run after run.
From Xray and suitable for the XB8, XB8E, XT8, XT8E, GTX8 & GTX8E is this lightweight yet ultra-strong rear upright moulded from special hard composite material. Features larger outside 8x16x5mm ball-bearing for increased reliability and life-span and which makes the rear of car very stable. It also helps improve bump absorbing and handling in hotter conditions.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
For the true RC fan, JConcepts launches a precise new 6mm Titanium mounting screw to use on license plates which fits a variety of full-size vehicles on the market. The screw has a large diameter head which eliminates the need for a washer and where a lot of detail of the design rests with a large chamfer. The head of the screw is highly detailed titanium but with increased machining over the head of the screw exposing a 10mm hex. The design incorporates holes and notched hexes which make it incredibly light weight but strong in all the important areas.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
The all new Magma tire by JConcepts is an all-around performer for 1/8th drivers looking to conquer the toughest terrain while being incredibly stable at high-speeds. Designed with extreme abuse and speed in-mind, the Magma tire has giant horizontal tread which is bridge shaped and constructed for massive forward-bite. The tire carcass is built on race winning single contour geometry with inner radial ribs for expansion control. The low-profile design makes high-speed runs and turns possible and the race enhanced compound grips to just about any bashing or dirt surface imaginable. The tall tread provides a lot of life in multiple conditions and the detail in the tread with horizontal cuts, diagonal reliefs and outer receptors help the side-wall of the tire. The pre-mounted Magma tire includes closed cell inserts inside the tire and glued to 83mm (#3395) Cheetah wheels in either white or black. Using the included hardware, bolt-on either a 12mm or 17mm adaptor which suits the vehicle at hand and secure the hubs. The dish cover options bolt to the wheel from the inside out giving a legendary salt flat look of 1:1 speedsters.
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New from Team Associated, the RC10B6.3D and B6.3 continues the trend of refinement and reliable performance set forth by its predecessors. With an all-new wide-pivot rear end and chassis-mounted servo mount, the RC10B6.3D and B6.3 is unmatched in stability and confidence. Performance isn’t the only category that has been improved for this generation, durability has also taken a step forward by resolving issues such as bending wing mounts, steering bellcrank screw breakage and excessive steering linkage play. Additional new features designed with the racer in mind include an integrated transponder mount, +4mm shock rod ends, tie-rod battery brace hardware and linkage are included, 2-wire and 3-wire containing clips, rear shock tower guards and a redesigned smooth front shock tower guard to cover the exposed screw heads so they won’t pack with dirt.
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