December 3, 2019

JConcepts Detox Aqua compound 1/8th buggy tyre

Available soon from JConcepts is the Aqua compound Detox 1/8th buggy tyre. Designed for demanding track conditions, the closely spaced tread creates the ultimate long main event tyre and combined with the compounds such as blue, green, R2, O2O2 and Y2 and now, aqua gives racers an option for just about any temperature requirement. The design revolves around the centre structure which has hefty lugs arranged in a stacked configuration. The lugs have strategically placed cuts and grooves to allow flex in dusty conditions to perform even if the track is deteriorating while a long main is in progress. The outer portion of the tread fits together like building blocks, with shapes placed together that nest well but also work together to flex laterally to provide steadfast side-bite. The tread tapers off cleanly to the outer side-wall giving a smooth transition during hard cornering. The tyre comes including Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


December 3, 2019

Destiny introduce first RX-10SR 2.0 option parts

Coming soon from Destiny and made for the newly introduced RX-10SR 2.0 touring car are several useful optionals. The range includes an aluminium flex version main chassis for higher bite track conditions, a high flex upper deck made of 2.0mm carbon fibre which is a nice option to adjust overall chassis flex, an upper deck flex adjuster set to further fine-tune flex balance, as well as a 3-piece aluminium steering limiter set, titanium-coated 47mm DCJ dual joint front driveshafts and also titanium-coated spring steel rear driveshaft dogbones. All parts are direct fits and they will be up for grabs very soon.

View the other new parts here


December 3, 2019

JConcepts Ellipse 2.2” 2WD & 4WD front tyres

JConcepts have introduced the 2.2” 2WD and 4WD front tyre variants of their popular Ellipse tread. The Ellipse, named after the centre bar built into the tread, is a compliment to successful tyres such as the Dirt Webs and Space Bars. The “web” style tyre was built to compete on smooth high-grip indoor and outdoor surfaces which require a finely detailed connected bar pattern. The centre section of the tire is a home run utilising a diamond “home plate” footprint to provide massive surface area for better footprint and increased longevity. The web of extensions are unique and have a directional touch giving the racer the ultimate tune-ability. Jason Ruona explains, “The Ellipse front tire has a slightly wider carcass, it allows the driver to attack high-speed sections with more comfort and smooths the steering of a 2WD buggy. The “home plate” and connected web of tread has a large footprint and 1000’s of edges to produce steering connection. Connected tread wears together which is useful racing indoors where a racer requires surface area to produce steering.” The Ellipse tyres are available in a huge selection of compounds such as blue, green, aqua, gold and the ROAR National Champion, silver compound. Included in each package, the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts known for their durable nature and grey colour complete the race tuned package.

View the 4WD front tyres here


December 3, 2019

RudeBits R2.1 lightweight off-road rear wing

RudeBits have introduced the lightweight variant of their popular R2.1 1/10th off-road rear wing for 2WD and 4WD buggies. The R2.1 has been designed for a slick look with plenty wheel clearance and it was extensively tested to provide better cornering ability. Its straight rear edge allows the air to force down evenly across the rear and it features a built-in 4 degrees base angle. Made from lightweight polycarbonate material the wing weighs in at only 16g.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.co.uk]


December 3, 2019

Xray X12’20 2.0mm aluminium main chassis plate

Coming from Xray and made for the X12 2020 1/12th scale pan car is a 2.0mm aluminium main chassis plate. The chassis is made of strong 7075-T6 aluminium and it is best used on high to very high-bite US-style tracks where the reduced torsional flex helps with car stability while offering more corner speed and countering traction rolling. The main plate comes black anodised, sports machined silver edge details in the cut out sections and also a laser-engraved Xray logo.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


December 3, 2019

Rêve D Absolute 1 drift car motor

Rêve D from Japan have introduced their new Absolute 1 brushless motor for 1/10th RWD drift cars. Available in 10.5T and 13.5T specification the motor features a powerful stator and a high-response rotor, making it ideal for the 2-wheel drive drift car classes. Above motor is still a prototype with the final product hitting stores end of January, beginning of February 2020.

Source: Rêve D [teamreved.com]


December 3, 2019

Yokomo BD10 mid motor touring car – Coming soon

Yokomo have released first images and information on their forthcoming new BD10 mid motor electric touring car kit. Building on the BD9 and featuring the now en vogue mid layshaft/mid motor drivetrain configuration, the car is meant to offer optimised overall balance, improved acceleration due to equal length drivetrain belts as well as maximised traction due to using 2mm longer front and rear lower arms. The chassis allows for various flex settings by using inline braces to adjust pitch and roll flex. Full information will become available in time of the release that is scheduled for end of December, beginning of January.

View more images here


December 3, 2019

GForce Pro tyre warmer & batt warm box

GForce have introduced their new Pro tyre warmer and a battery warmer box. Starting with the tyre warmer, the new Pro variant offers a compact main unit with back-lit display, individually adjustable tyre temperatures as well as adjustable acoustics, minimum temperature and safety timer. The main unit is powered by 12VDC to 18VDC or by using a 4S LiPo battery, allowing to carry the whole assembly into the starting grid if needed. The Pro tyre warmer is available with fixed size 65mm aluminium cups usable for most 1/10th scale touring car rubber tyres or as belt version including size adjustable belted warmers.

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