T-Works is offering this set of chassis weights for 1:8 Buggy and Truggy use. Offering precise weight adjustment, they feature a center-locking mounting and a unique midair design that ensures the stability of the weights without affecting the chassis flex. Available in 20, 30 & 40 grams weights, the brass material is treated with black coating and are suitable with most leading brands of chassis.
Schumacher has released two updated ‘V2’ versions of popular items for their LD3 2WD Buggy and ST2 2WD Truck. A new V2 version brass pivot block becomes the heaviest of the optional blocks in the material now weighing 30 grams rather than the original 40 grams. V2 Alloy 5 Deg yokes increase durability over the plastic kit version and include adjustable lock stop screw, which can accurately enable you to set steering lock.
JConcepts has introduced a new servo mount bracket for Team Associated’s RC10B7 line of vehicles. Constructed of lightweight aluminium, the simple and sleek design with performance and tracking advantages have spoken volumes throughout the years on the racetrack. Setting the trim on any RC car is crucial but perhaps even more critical is for the trim to remain consistent throughout a race. The mount fits snug inside the chassis servo mounting area increasing the support while the 2 screw mounting locations are beefy in design and zeroed in for a direct mount to the chassis. The brace has locations on each side for included set screws to help align and maintain servo position during racing conditions, crashes, and hard hits. The set screws are intended to touch-off against the servo case and provide additional support retaining the servo in the intended position which helps maintain consistent steering trim.
American aftermarket parts producer Avid Racing Concepts has released a huge offering of parts for the Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy platform. All direct replacement parts and finished in Avid’s signature black and silver style, this batch of parts not only adds style to your B7, but much needed strength. Included in it are a 7075-T6 Aluminium Motor Mount, a One-Piece Servo Mount, and a 0° Bulkhead with 4 tapped holes with set screws to remove any slop through wear. A new Rear Ball Stud Mount raises the ball stud +2mm so you don’t have to run as many ball stud washers, keeping your ball stud bent free. Their Arm Mount D HD is beefed up on the sides for extra strength. In addition to the visual parts, Avid are also offering a range of hardened hinge pins.
REDS Racing has unveiled its latest innovation, the new Tetra-X™ Clutch System. This state-of-the-art clutch system has been meticulously engineered to provide superior performance, ease of use, and unmatched durability, ensuring that racers can achieve their best results on the track. One of the most significant advancements in the new clutch is its user-friendly design, the clutch also coming pre-assembled. Racers no longer need to rely on specific tools or complicated procedures to adjust the clutch and it can be easily assembled and set without any tools, allowing for quick and hassle-free setup. The new clutch system comes with 3 preload adjustments on the front plate to fit any type of ground and engine output. You can change the spring preload on the front plate from H to M and to L (High, Medium and Low position). The 1.1mm spring was introduced (available as an optional part) to further increase the number of setup combinations to best suit your driving style and track conditions.
Yokomo is now offering its larger 2.2-inch wheels for its YZ870c vintage 4WD Buggy in florescent yellow. The YZ-870C’s distinctive wheel hubs are retained, but the wheel outer diameter is increased to allow the use of 2.2-inch size tyres, which are widely available on the market today. This greatly expands the tyre options for both dirt and carpet surfaces, allowing you to enjoy driving with increased grip. The wheels do not have air holes, so require drill holes using a taper reamer or similar tool.
Having released its Retro-mod body for the Team Associated B7 and B6.4 in May, Leadfinger Racing has now added a version for the previous B6.3, 6.2 and 6.1 versions of the 2WD Buggy. The Retro-Mod Buggy Body is a nostalgic throwback that pays homage to the golden era of RC racing. The body design captures the essence of classic RC aesthetics while incorporating modern engineering and performance enhancements. Perfect for enthusiasts and collectors alike, the Retro-Mod Buggy Body brings back the iconic style of yesteryears, reminding us of the roots and rich history of RC racing. Each body is sold clear and ready for paint with included window masks with wings sold separately and its is compatible with the Team Associated RC 10B6.1, RC 10B6.2 and RC10B6.3.
Having introduced the new Falcon and Dirt Bite tyre patterns to its range of 1:8 Buggy tyres at the start of this year, JConcepts is now offering the tyres for Truggy. After successful tyre designs such as the Reflex, Detox, and Kosmos, the JConcepts team went back to work developing a fresh design, the result being the Falcon. A triple row, double spaced concept is unique, and incorporates a new tapered and square shaped pin. The tight nest of pins works together forming a rubber surface patch that handles the harder surfaces and resists wear due to their proximity. The Dirt Bite concept involves the pins of the tire being positioned in a radius giving new alignment to racing surfaces. No matter how you view the new tire, the arrangement flows at a curvature making the Dirt Bite unique to all other tires on the market. The Square pin, with tapered sizing has a crisp feel, malleable to the racing terrain and contorts to meet the demands of surfaces ranging from wet and loamy, to blue and black groove conditions.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
