September 30, 2024
VP-Pro has released new Carbon Fibre Front and Rear Arm Inserts for the IFB8 1:8 Buggy from Infinity. Produced from high-quality carbon fibre material, the inserts can be used to increase the stiffness of the arms. Available as 1.0mm or 1.5mm thickness inserts, this provides extra options to influence the set-up of the buggy. Sold as a pair of front or rear inserts and easy to install, they can help increase front or rear traction and also how the buggy handles jumps. Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]…
September 27, 2024
Having announced plans to enter the 1:8 GT Onroad market in June, MCD Racing has just released first images of their impressive looking new Octox 1:8 GT-E. One of 1:5 scale racing’s most successful manufacturers, they accompanied the images with the statement, ‘After two years of development, we’re excited to reveal the pictures of the new OCTOX GT-E! With new molds for composite molding, gears, transmissions, suspension, and body shells all produced in-house, and final tests underway by our team drivers, the OCTOX GT-E is set for release in the first quarter of 2025.’ Source: MCD Racing [mcdracing.com]…
September 27, 2024
Designed for compatibility with their RD, SD, and MD series of 1:10 Drift cars’ front axles, Yokomo has introduced this double-bearing front axle system which significantly reduces friction by distributing load across the two bearings. This minimises rotational resistance in the front tires, enhancing overall performance. The axle shaft, made from high-quality steel but reduced to a Φ3mm diameter, is engineered to lower both weight and rotational moment. This design enables smoother rolling during acceleration, providing an extra boost when exiting corners while also preventing wheel spin. Additionally, tread width can be adjusted by simply replacing the included spacers, offering…
September 27, 2024
Hobbywing has released a new Drag Racing version of their very popular & successful XeRun XR10 PRO ESC. Features a high-performance 32-bit M4 microprocessor, it uses software optimised and based on the world championship winning XeRun XR10 PRO G2S to provide the best control and performance for Drag Racing. Compared to the XeRun XR10 PRO G2S ESC, the response time is reduced when the throttle acceleration is set to the maximum at 30. The ESC comes standard with a 9900uF ultra-large capacitor. The capacitance is increased by nearly 9 times to ensure that the ESC voltage remains stable during extreme…
September 26, 2024
…the start of this year. Double wishbone suspension (DWS) for the MRX features machined 7075 aluminium bulkhead and arms. Every parameter is adjustable such as camber angle, ride height, upper arm height, camber gain, caster angle and the kit comes with 0.5 degree caster mount while optional 1.5 and 3.0 degree mounts are available separately. Quick and easy adjustment of camber angle with Steel turnbuckle included, this is a system for experts and will require advanced car setup knowledge. Compared to single arm of SF system, DWS system will offer more and faster mid corner steering. Source: RC Atomic [rcatomic.com]…
September 26, 2024
…tool that is able to trace the position of the body post, perfectly and precisely, onto the bodyshell in preparation for reaming. Be it unpainted or painted, it is the only risk free tool in the world that saves you time and stress, and also a system that will change how we locate the bodypost position. Your body will look better than ever, improved consistency between changing bodies, and save you from damaging your nicely painted body. With a Perfect Self Centering System, you are assured of proper air flow and results in a more predictable drive. Source: RaceformRC [raceformrc.com]…
September 26, 2024
Another new upgrade release from Capricorn for its LAB GT2 GP 2024 1:8 GT Onroad chassis is this Brake Adjustment Kit. This optional part for the new EVO gearbox support is designed to ensure the best performances, durability and easy regulation of the brake pad as it wears of racing usage. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
September 26, 2024
New from Yokomo for its flagship MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car is this Front Body Support with Graphite Bumper Integration. This front body support is engineered to work seamlessly with graphite bumper supports, providing critical reinforcement for the body hood. By minimising flex caused by downforce, it efficiently channels aerodynamic forces to boost front-end traction, ensuring better stability and handling at high speeds. Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]…
