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August 31, 2024

Factory Team RC8B4.1 Shock Towers | Shock Standoffs

New from Team Associated’s optional parts brand Factory Team Carbon Fibre Shock Towers and Aluminium Shock Standoffs for the RC8B4.1 1:8 Buggy. The 5mm Front and 4mm rear shock tower together with hard-anodised aluminium shock standoffs lower the centre of gravity. The updated design towers require shorter standoffs #81657 due to the solid cross-section around the shock mount screws. Overall, this is the most durable way to execute this lightweight design. The Front tower fits the RC8B4.1 26.5mm kit front shocks and with the Rear tower fits 36.5mm kit rear shocks. The new hard-anodised alu shock standoffs come in two different sets. One is set is the standard kit length 14mm and 17mm (distance from the base to the pivot ball) while the other is a custom shorter set with 12.5mm and 16mm offset intended to mate with the FT carbon fiber shock towers which do not have the recessed pockets that the aluminium kit towers have.

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August 30, 2024

1:12 World Champ Mächler confirmed for MonTech NYGP

Reigning IFMAR 1:12 Spec World Champion Max Mächler is the first international entry to be confirmed for this year’s MonTech New York Grand Prix. A former winner at the event, the German will return to New York for the sixth edition of the high profile US indoor race which takes place at 360v2 RC in New Rochelle from October 10-13th. Winning his World title last December in Florida, the Awesomatix team manager’s main focus for his NYGP return will be on the 1:12 13.5T SuperStock class. A Touring Car class winner at the 2019 NYGP, the former European Pro Stock Touring Car Champion is also expected to compete for top honours in the 13.5T SuperStock Touring Car Category. Drivers will battle it out over a total of 12 classes with Touring Car divided into Modified, 17.5T SuperStock, 21.5 Stock, and 25.5 LMH (LeMans Hypercar) while 1:12 offers Modified GTP, SuperStock GTP, Stock GTP, and GT12R. Additionally there are classes for USGT, PRO10, USVTA, and FWD.

Source: Fordham 360 Hobbies & Raceway [Facebook]

August 30, 2024

JConcepts Vintage 4/40 thumb nuts

JConcepts has added these Vintage 4/40 thumb nuts to cater for the 1:10 Offroad vintage market as vintage vehicles requiring battery hold down options too. Over the years, the possibilities have opened with the introduction of Lipo batteries to vintage vehicles, securing them in the vehicle is now easier than ever. Instead of using screws with washers in vehicles such as the RC10 and RC10T, the thumb nuts are an easier way to install and remove battery packs quickly and securely. The package contains 2 aluminium and knurled nuts which are designed to press down and into most battery brace applications. Also included, 5/8” long set screws to install into the battery cups or buckets prior to installation of the thumb nuts.

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August 30, 2024

Mugen Seiki MSB1 updated Top Deck & Diff Gears

Mugen Seiki has released a number of updated parts for its MSB1 1:10 2WD Buggy. A new Top Plate features a redesigned shape to avoid rod interference when using the optional servo weight plate. Having entered the 1:10 2WD Buggy market for the very first time earlier this year with the release of the MSB1, the Japanese manufacturer has also updated the gear set for the ball diff. By reducing the diameter of the gear part of the B2301D, the rotation of the gearbox has become smoother. The gear differential has also been redesigned to improve oil leakage from the B2302A/B. For identification purposes, the new gears will be grey in colour.

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August 30, 2024

Power HD XQ11 S15-XP direct mount servo

Power HD has added to its range of direct mount servos with the introduction of the S15-XP for the Xpress XQ11, XQ3S and XQ11HR 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The direct mounting and reverse receiver wire output offer neater wiring and reduce overall weight, contributing to a lower the chassis centre of gravity. The servo supports FlySky Radio i-BUS2 protocol enabling you to setup your favourite parameter according to different tracks and achieve the perfect steering.

Source: PowerHD [chd.hk]

August 30, 2024

ARC R8.4ES Mid-lipo Upgrade Set

ARC has released this Mid-lipo Upgrade Set for its R8.4ES 1:8 Electric Onroad Chassis. The upgrade set release is in response to the new spec middle size Lipo battery became available in the market and mid-lipo having more capacity than shorty-lipo. The set includes a new upper deck, new main and front shaft to extend the side belt 8mm outside and with the upgrade set the R8.4ES can drive both short and middle-size lipo. The R8.4ES with mid-lipo will increase about 60g weight while increasing run time by about 1 minute.

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August 29, 2024

Infinity 1:10 clutch for O.S. Max-12TG

World Champion 1:10 Nitro Touring Car manufacturer Infinity has released a new clutch specifically designed for the use with the popular O.S. MAX-12TG engine. In order to efficiently draw out the power of the engine, which is popular in Japan for its easy power, the clutch has a lightweight flywheel and optimised weight for efficient power delivery. The specifications of each part, such as the yellow shoe, which has been processed to a thin 4mm thickness, have been determined in advance.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

August 29, 2024

SPower-e Electric Switch Pro II Design by KO Propo

SPower, the engine brand of Sworkz, has released new SPower-e Electric Switch Pro II multi-functional electric switch. The one-touch button with an easy to read screen shows the current battery voltage so that you will not any battery issues before a race. And the back button enables you to change to different battery types – Li-Po, Li-ion, or Ni-MH. The Electric Switch Pro II electronic switch is designed and produced by Japan’s famous rc company KO Propo.

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