For the Tekno EB48 2.0 and NB48 2.0 series, Exotek have released a number of new aluminium options. The new parts include heavy duty 7075 alloy steering spindles, alloy rear hubs and bell crank set for more consistent suspension performance and handling. Extra durable for high powered applications and polished and anodised in glossy Tekno team colours for that factory look.
Pro-Line have released these Dumont 5.7″ tires that have been designed from the ground up for your X-Maxx and Kraton 8S to sling sand and snow further than ever before and look good doing it. The Dumont 5.7″ tire uses the latest in paddle tread technology with large offset V-shaped paddles for maximum roosting power. Pro-Line P-L logos have been embedded into the tire carcass giving it the style that you have come to expect from Pro-Line. The Dumont Paddle tire gets its name from the incredible Dumont Sand Dunes in California, but these paddle tires are equally at home shredding your local snowfield in the winter. The Raid 5.7″ Black Wheel features a 24mm hex with the standard 1/5 scale through-hole to fit most 1/5 scale vehicles and includes machined aluminium wheel washers to fit onto the popular X-Maxx platform. Inspired by popular full-size off-road wheels, the Raid 5.7″ wheel is extremely tough and has the bold style to match. The Dumont Paddle tires are glued to the big diameter Raid wheel for the ultimate in lightweight performance.
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
Protoform have released their latest aerodynamic solution for high-competition 1/10 Electric Touring Car Racing, the P63. This ultra high-downforce, super low-CG aerodynamic body shell was designed with the racer in mind, catering to today’s insanely fast 190mm sedans. P63 is packed with updated features for outstanding performance on the track and ease of mounting while preparing to dominate the competition. Sporting a radical high-downforce design with a sloped hood and cab-forward layout, stiffening hood ribs for low deflection in ultra-light weights and recessed trunk section for low CG and extra stiffness. Sculpted side door panels help increase side-bite while a high flow rear bumper area helps reduce aero drag. The P63 also features the easiest mounting of any Protoform body yet. Returning are their signature mounting marks inside the front wheel arches, allowing you to choose your body positions in 2mm increments up to +8mm. In addition are markings on the hood, decklid, and rear bumper to easily line up your body posts no matter what chassis or rear body post configuration (vertical or horizontal) you prefer. This body is designed to meet Global Body Spec rules and is made in the USA from high-quality, super-durable polycarbonate. It’s available in three weights: X-Lite, Pro-Lite and Light Weight. Included with the P63 are our convenient plastic wing buttons and under-wing “nuts”, with M3 mounting screws. A stylish decal sheet, window masks and overspray film complete the package.
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Pro-Line have introduced the fully Licensed 2015 Chevy Silverado Pre-Runner clear body for 12.3″ wheelbase crawlers. They’ve taken the popular modern Silverado style and added pre-runner, desert truck style fenders to mimic a fiberglass front clip and give your crawler a super unique stance. It features an extended cab with a short bed and includes optional headlight and taillight buckets for added scale realism. This body is perfect on any 12.3″ Crawler such as the SCX10-II or SCX10-III.
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Roche have released a USA Spec update for their P12 Evo2 1/12th scale chassis. The new include a new short wheelbase chassis plate. Together with the updated front lower arms, it increases steering response. These new parts are recommended for small and tight tracks. The full set of parts includes chassis, lower arms, front lower bulkheads, graphite battery back stop, 4.8x14mm steel ball studs and spring steel steering pivot balls.
PN Racing have released their new V3 tire truer allowing you to true a pair of tires at the same time. While saving time and headache, truing 2 tires at a time also ensures perfect balance between left and right side tires. Also by doing this the 2 tires are being trued at the exact same temperature so the tire surface are perfectly matching and symmetrical. Designed to work with mini-z RWD AWD wheels and there is an optional slot car wheel adapters available.
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JConcepts is spot on with the release of this optional 3.0mm carbon fibre rear shock tower for the Associated RC10T2. The stock vehicle comes standard with a fiber glass unit which carries all the original geometry, however it lacks the pizzazz, strength and appearance that carbon fibre can provide.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Team Associated have released a number of new Factory team option parts for the MT18. Starting with this aluminium steering rack, it will increase steering performance and improve looks with this one-piece blue anodised part. Sharpen the handling and reduce body roll of your MT8 with the new bolt-on anti-roll bar set. And finally, the aluminium locking servo saver nut guarantees that your servo saver setting stays constant.
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