April 2, 2024
…from RC Upgrade is their Shock Tower Protector for Team Associated’s RC8B4 1:8 buggies. They are engineered to safeguard your front shock tower with precision and finesse and are made from durable and wear-resistant polyurethane which offers flexibility without compromising on strength. Designed to fit seamlessly onto the shock tower, they won’t interfere with shock performance. Whether you’re tackling jumps or rough terrain, these bumpers provide peace of mind and confidence as an insurance against costly damage during those unexpected landings. Sold as a pack of 3 protectors, they are available in either blue or black. Source: RC Upgrade [rcupgrade.com]…
April 2, 2024
T-works has added to its range of 1:10 Buggy front wings with the release of options for the Team Associated RC10 B7 and Mugen Seiki MSB1. Made from vacuum formed Lexan, they come as one molded piece which after cutting leaves you with two wings. Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]…
March 29, 2024
…with upper and lower motor attachment for less motor flexing. There is 1 piece front suspension pins for less play and new easy grip/easy removal custom e-clips on the front suspension pins. A new wider and lighter rear pod set gives extra motor sensor wire clearance and there is a new direct servo horn and alloy servo mounts. With new extra stiff alloy caster posts Exotek have introduced new high tolerance front axle. Finally the kit gets a high downforce rear wing set with heavier duty front wing that fits to new double bolt front wing mount. Source: Exotek [exotekracing.com]…
March 29, 2024
…The D series compound provides much more consistent laptimes between first and second run and even third runs. There is also improved durability on sidewall meaning less issues on high speed straight aways. The D compound was supplied as the controlled tyre at the recent TITC in Thailand with it having zero issues with the super hot weather and very difficult track conditions, many of the top drivers complimenting its performance. Another improvement is the wheel from Sweep which has a better fit with D series tyres making for a better balance. The tyres contain EXP-S soft thick inserts for…
March 28, 2024
2WD Buggy World Champions TLR have released a brand new t-shirt to commemorate the 2023 IFMAR World Championship title won by team driver Tater Sontag last September in Chandler, Arizona. The Next Level Apparel Unisex Cotton t-shirt is a 4.3-ounce 90% cotton/10% poly blend and features TLR team branding on the front while a large rear print marks the teenager’s win ahead of outgoing 2 time World Champion Spencer Rivkin. Source: TLR [horizonhobby.com]…
March 28, 2024
Horizon Hobby owned Trinity has released the second generate of MX8 and MX10 electronic Speed Controllers for 1:8, 1:10 and 1:12 competition use. The MX8 Gen 2 220A Sensored ESC has been designed for the most competitive 1:8 scale offroad racers offering an industry leading 220-amp constant power rate and an incredible 1000-amp burst rate. All this power comes in a sleek black machined aluminium case designed for maximum heat dissipation. This second generation of ESC also features a 32-bit microprocessor for more powerful processing capability and more precise power output. Each MX8 comes with 10-gauge wire, fan, and built-in…
March 28, 2024
…presenting itself as a true masterpiece, embellished with the red color symbol of the company. Completing its innovative features is the dynamic toe-in system located on the rear axle. This model is proposed as the ideal option for those who wish to approach the world of racing without having to get lost in complications and often superfluous adjustments. Furthermore, with the aim of making the TE-06 accessible to a wider audience, Capricorn has established a particularly competitive selling price, thus giving the opportunity to appreciate the exceptional qualities of this model to a greater number of enthusiasts. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
March 28, 2024
…for all track conditions. The aluminium parts are more reliable and stronger. Both steering blocks and C-hubs have an universal design which allows to install the individual parts either on left or right side. The C-hub features extra mounting hole for a backstop set screw that allows to adjust maximum steering angle. The set incudes also three types of graphite extensions for steering blocks for super fine steering characteristics adjustment. CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and black coated they are a direct replacement for the standard composite parts and fit all XB2, XT2 and SCX kits. Source: Xray [teamxray.com]…
