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June 20, 2024

Associated RC8B4.1 16mm 1.5mm Wire Shock Springs

Team Associated has added a new 1.50mm (1.5D) wire spring lineup to tune its RC8B4.1 1:8 Buggy for the un-groomed and bumpy surfaces encountered at DNC and Silver State. As part of ongoing 1:8 scale development, the team noticed that the current line of 1.6mm wire springs perform well on a higher grip fast layout, but struggled for consistent grip on un-groomed tracks. Changing the wire diameter to 1.5mm gives the spring a different natural frequency and stress on the wire, so it can more easily compress and conform to the track surface in lower grip. Coupled with new softer rates in the front and rear, the new spring lineup is ideal for un-groomed surfaces where traction is at a premium. Both front and rear springs are shortened from the previous kit (front spring from 70mm to 68mm, and rear springs from 86mm to 83mm free length) to optimise the package with the new lower RC8B4.1 shock towers.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

June 19, 2024

Mugen Seiki MSB1 Pin Replacement Tool

New from Mugen Seiki is this Pin Replacement Tool for use with its MSB1 1:10 2WD Buggy. The Japanese manufacturer has produced the 2.5 Pin replacement tool following a lot of requested for the option. It is used to replace the φ2.5 pins used in the drive shaft of 1:10 electric buggies used by all brands with Mugen also offering replacement φ2.5×9 pins in a pack of 10 pieces.

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June 19, 2024

Factory Team RC10B7 Alu Hubs

Team Associated’s Factory Team brand has announced new aluminium hubs for the RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. These hubs are a more durable alternative to the molded hubs and provide more unsprung weight, which can be used as a tuning option. The HRC (High Roll Center) hubs include the secondary bearing bore for the upcoming FT Universals. The HRC hubs allow for higher axle heights, which is great when running on high grip surfaces with smaller diameter tires and lower ride heights. Both standard and HRC variants have colour options of anodised blue or black with secondary machined chamfers and laser-etched FT logo.

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June 18, 2024

Team Associated RC10B7 -4mm Short Chassis

Team Associated has released a new -4mm length chassis option their RC10B7 and RC10B7D 1:10 2WD Buggy. The chassis is a good tuning option for further wheelbase tuning. The short chassis generally provides better rotation and more forward bite, which is beneficial across a variety of track conditions and layouts.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

June 18, 2024

Sparko F8 17.5 Caster Blocks

In response to popular demand, Sparko Racing has created a 17.5 Caster Block option for its F8 1:8 Buggy platform. This provides owners with a middle setting to their current caster options. Using the 17.5 blockd will lower initial steering response, increase steering at corner exit and handle bumps better from the kit standard blocks. The latest blocks also get added support to increase durability.

Source: Sparko Racing [sparkoracing.com]

June 18, 2024

Team Associated RC10 40th Year Anniversary Pin

As part of their commemoration of the 40th year anniversary of the iconic RC10 buggy that took the world by storm in 1984, Team Associated has released this limited-edition pin. Forty years later, it has not lost its popularity nor its winning touch as the American brand’s flagship 2WD electric buggy iterations continue to win races, having picked up twelve IFMAR World Championships along the way and countless other titles. The pin is available exclusively on RC10.com in limited quantity with a serial number on back, which are randomly distributed, and measures 1.25″ x 1″ (3.18cm x 2.54cm).

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

June 17, 2024

Ielasi Tuned Terra Offroad engine

In its third new engine release of 2024, Ielasi Tuned presents an all new .21 engine for 1:8 Offroad racing with the Terra. A replacement for their previous Dirt and Dusty engines, for a few months now the latest engine has been “secretly” used by the Italian engine tuner’s official drivers with excellent results. Compared to their previous Offroad engine offerings, the Terra satisfies all the requirements that a top of the range engine must have to be within everyone’s reach from professional to amateur: Performance/Quality/Price all in one engine!!! This commercial choice was fundamental for Daniele Ielasi as he believes that even in Offroad, having a single top-of-the-range engine allows him to concentrate economic development forces in a single engine while also managing to have a competitive price for everyone. Technically, the new Terra is an exclusive Ielasi Tuned engine because while all the engine components are produced as by O.S. Engines they have been chosen one by one according to Ielasi’s technical specifications, this engine with this set of components is not part of the series O.S. Engines range.

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June 14, 2024

Noble NB4 Pro+ radio

Having made a big impression on the RC market over recent months, Chinese radio manufacturer FlySky has released an update to their popular Noble Pro Radio with the introduction of the Noble NB4 Pro+. Improvements with the Pro+ include median accuracy further improved by 20%. The potentiometer in the Pro+ has a smaller voltage fluctuation range, a smaller maximum deviation, and more stable voltage changes. The NB4 Pro+ features a 3.5-inch 320*480 IPS HB outdoor display screen which has been improved for 4-times more brightness. It presents bright colours and clear picture details, making the bright parts brighter and the dark parts more profound, presenting realistic and full images and layered details, easily meeting your outdoor display needs. Updates mean the Single-handle battery life has increased by 1 hour plus, the built-in battery of the NB4 Pro+ handle supporting “quick-detachment”. It comes with a large capacity 3450mAh high-quality 18650 battery as a standard configuration and a charging base, providing long endurance of more than 10 hours. Like the previous model the Pro+ has an innovative USB Type-C interface with two concealed functions. The optimised data interface uses USB Type-C interface for more stable connection.  One interface for multiple functions – A dual-head Type-C data cable supports teaching interaction in coach mode, making it easy to pass on skills. Connecting a head tracking cable to the head tracking device enables the head tracking function, immersing you in a real-life experience of speed and excitement. The NB4 Pro+ has high-density competition grade handwheel sponge with ergonomic design and special surface treatment for a more delicate and comfortable handwheel grip, with more precise feedback.

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