Xray has introduced these carbon fibre extensions for use with the aluminium rear uprights on its XB8 1:8 Buggy. The extensions feature camber link mounting holes 2mm lower which allows to move link lower when hub rises to keep link in same position. Made from premium-grade carbon fibre material, they fit both the XB8 & XT8 and come as a set of 2.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Yokomo has introduced a new graphite main chassis and upper deck for its RD2.0 1:10 Drift Car. The plates are cut from matte graphite with the 2.4mm thick chassis helping to improve steering response without compromising the operability of the RD2.0. The chassis supports only short-size Li-Po batteries. In addition to the standard holder, the DRB-118LA holder can be used to move the battery mounting position further back. The upper deck is made from a slightly thinner 2.2mm material, designed to balance rigidity with the main chassis. Two additional upper deck posts can be added, allowing the rigidity balance between the front and rear to be adjusted. There are also threaded holes for mounting LTS high-mount battery holders, which allow for settings that take advantage of roll.
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Japanese 1:12 brand specialists Kimihiko Yano has introduced this foam tyre processing machine that is designed specifically for 1:12 tyres. From the planning stage of the product, they interviewed people who have just started using the Twelve, as well as mid-level and expert drivers. Asking them what kind of tire cutter they actually wanted, they continued developing the product in the hope that the introduction of this product will lower the barrier to entry and increase the number of people who will try the twelve. Ideas obtained at the planning stage included making it as compact as possible and minimising the number of parts and emphasise maintainability. Feedback also indicated no need for automatic feed function for the tool and no need for reverse function for the motor. Users also wanted it compatible with hollowing out tires (popping out). A hub that allows you to work with the wheel upside down is required to improve the hollowing out (popping out) accuracy. And after testing two prototypes, the EPS-J Twelve Tire Processor was completed.
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Originally released in 1996, Team Associated is now bringing out the RC10DS Classic Kit. The original RC10 Dual Sport was engineered to deliver real racing action and performance to the less than ideal track conditions RC drivers frequently encounter, parking lots. That’s why the RC10DS was built around the most enduring chassis ever, the RC10 alloy tub. The new DS runs on semi-pneumatic tires that hook up on almost any hard surface. The RC10DS can race on surfaces that most pan cars can’t even run on with its fully tunable, 4-wheel independent suspension and with handling & durability superior to expensive 4WDs. The DS kit gives you everything you need to go fast on asphalt: the classic and near indestructible aircraft alloy chassis, scale road racing wheels with mesh inserts, molded racing tires, suspension arms, our alloy bodies, custom racing oil-filled shocks, shock towers, anti-roll bars, plus all the necessary high-quality hardware.
As widely expected following the former World Champion’s announcement that he was parting ways with Adrien Bertin, FX Engines has officially announced that David Ronnefalk’s Xrays will be powered by the engines that come from the same factory in Trencin, Slovakia. Set-up as a passion project of Xray founder Juraj Hudy, it has been common for Xray’s star factory drivers to complete their package using FX Engines. When long time Xray factory driver Bruno Coelho made the return to 1:8 Offroad in 2017 he did so with the Slovakian made engines. Former World Champion Ty Tessman who was an Xray team driver for seven years before calling time of his career when he was dropped by the brand saw out the final two years of his contract as a FX Engines driver. With the announcement coinciding with the start of the 1:8 Offroad European Championship as the Ongaroring in Italy this week, commenting on the announcement Ronnefalk said, ‘I’m delighted to join FX Engines. The quality of the engine is of the highest standards in the industry offering leading performance in power, efficiency, driveability, consistency and easy to tune. I am looking forward to using these engines and what a better opportunity than the upcoming EFRA European Championship in Italy.
Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]
New from T-works for the recently released IFB8 1:8 Buggy from Infinity are a carbon fibre Fuel Tank Guard and High Density Filter Foam. Tailor-made to fit the fuel tank, the guard provides added protection against heat, debris and more. The guard is cut from high-quality carbon fibre and it comes including mounting hardware. The replacement High Density Filter Foam comes as a pack of 10-pieces of inner and outer foam.
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Yokomo have released a Front/Rear Sway bar set for its RS1.0 entry level 1:10 Electric Touring Car along with titanium turnbuckles sets for both the RS1.0 and their MD2.0 Drift Car. The sway bar set controls the roll of the RS1.0 and improves its turning performance on high-grip and other surfaces, enhancing overall driving performance. The set includes both front and rear stabilizers, featuring three types of stabilizer bars ranging from 1.2mm to 1.4mm. This allows for customizable setup according to your specific driving conditions. The new titanium turnbuckles are lightweight, have rust prevention properties, and performance enhancement capabilities.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
British 1:10 offroad specialist manufacturer Willspeed has released another round of option parts for the Team Associated B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. They are now offering a +2mm Rear Link Mount manufactured from T6082 Aluminium with inbuilt +2mm raised geometry to avoid use of multiple washers. Completed in a blue anodised finish with a 2nd operation WS logo thus Component Rear Link Mount weighs in at 6.1grams. Also manufactured in T6082 Aluminium is a Front Aluminium Ball Stud Mount with added half hole link positions, with the link height the same as factory part. Designed to add optional link positions, it is highly durable yet lightweight at 17.64grams. Completing the latest releases is a 316 Stainless Steel Under Servo 24gram Weight. With a polished finish, the 24 Grams is marked in laser etched detail along with WS logo.
