September 3, 2021

JConcepts High-Flow 30x30x10 fan

From JConcepts their High-Flow 30x30x10 fan adds cooling to the inside of the car and with a traditional size that can be mounted in various locations. The aluminium housed build protects the inner fan and motor and is anodised in black, and laser etched with JConcepts.net logo. The item is prewired with JST plug and includes an extension wire for an assortment of fits and reaches inside the confines of a vehicle.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


September 2, 2021

T-Works engine after-run oil

T-Works have released their new after-run oil to be used on engines after an event of before being put into storage. The oil helps prevent oxidation and corrosion on the metal parts of your engine and ensures the right lubrication of all your engine’s internals. Comes supplied in a 30ml bottle with handy tip for precise application.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


September 1, 2021

Factory Team 4 fl. oz. shock fluid bottles

Team Associated have super-sized their 11 most popular Factory Team shock fluid bottles. Racers will appreciate the economical 4oz. (118ml) size, doubling the size without doubling the price. The new larger shock fluid ranges from 25wt to 50wt in 2.5wt increments.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


September 1, 2021

RC Maker premium pro decal sheets

RC Maker have introduced their brand new pre-cut premium pro decal sheets for 1/10th onroad (190 & 200mm) as well as 1/8th onroad. Having a nice looking body can be expensive and time consuming, until now. Simply paint your body from the inside as usual, with your desired base colour. Apply our Pro Decal Set on the outside and cut the excess overhang off the wheel arches, and you’ve got a professional looking scheme in minutes. The set contains bonnet and sides, as well as stylish headlights, and for the TC version, tail lights and grill. The installed set only weighs around 7g, no heavier than a full custom paint job and there are 8 cool colour schemes to choose from.

View more images of the sets here


September 1, 2021

T-Works RC8B3 graphite steering plate

T-Works have released this steering plate for the Team Associated RC8B3. Replacing the kit standard aluminium version, this version has been made from high quality graphite for a lighter alternative.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


September 1, 2021

Power Star HV digital waterproof servos

Coming from Power Star is their new line of HV digital waterproof servos including PM-2806W, PM-3508W and PM-3510W. Three servo models with different parameters ranging from 28kg/cm to 45kg/cm, they offer stable performance, high precision, high torque in a durable design. High quality imported materials, double ball bearings and 25T metal spline make them ideal for a whole range of vehicles from RC crawler to 1/8th Buggy & Truggy.

View more details here


August 31, 2021

Carbognani & Mecugni win Italian 1/12th Rd3

The third round of the 2021 Italian Championship dedicated to 12th scale classes took place this past weekend in RC Landia, Scandiano. The race was held under the official safety protocols that ACI Sport (the Italian R/C Cars Federation) has agreed with National Authorities in order to allow full safety for all participants. In GT12, which in Italy is traditionally run according to the popular BRCA rules, Guido Carbognani repeated his impressive performance that saw him win Round 1 and 2, and took another dominant win that allowed him to stretch his lead in the Championship further. Carlo Alberto Conti took second place, while Alessandro Giubbilei, third.

Continue reading the report here


August 31, 2021

T-Works MBX8 & RC8B3 rear chassis brace mount

T-Works have expanded their range of rear tension rod mounts to include the Mugen MBX8 and Associated RC8B3.2. The braces are machined from 7075 T6 aluminium which has been anodised black and finished with chamfered edging. The new parts help improve strength and increase stiffness over the stock parts and come supplied with the relevant mounting hardware.

View the RC8B3 version here