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May 23, 2020

T-Works roll out SRX8 GTe optionals

Coming from T-Works and made for the Serpent SRX8 GTe 1/8th scale electric GT kit are new optionals in the form of a titanium turnbuckle set, a precision ball bearing kit as well as titanium and gold-colour screw sets. The 7-piece titanium turnbuckle set includes all needed turnbuckles to replace the standard steel items with lighter and cooler looking parts. While scrubbing a good amount of weight, the titanium spanners also are of greater corrosion resistance when running in wet weather conditions.

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May 22, 2020

JConcepts JCI Junior Mortician 12.5″ wheelbase body

Coming from JConcepts is the JCI Junior Mortician body for the Axial SMT10 and similar vehicles. The converted to panel truck body is competition friendly with its compact size and uniquely shaped front and rear fender designs. As a racer, front and rear clearance is important for racing and freestyle competition and the Junior Mortician is tightly compressed to help pull-off the most ridiculous freestyle runs possible. Looking into the eyes of the body shell tells you everything you need to know, a menacing and battle tested beast rests behind those optics. JConcepts created an angular front-end, platform front flares for a vintage feel and a very broad centre grille section to back up promises of massive carnage. The panel truck cab and roof-over section is flat and to the point, the windshield has a slight V-treatment for realism. Maximum imagination to the masses is what this body shell is all about with the large exposure panel areas. The tall panel section is a bonus, an art-board in a sense to decorate, decal or paint however the user desires. Included in each body set comes a clear and heavy-duty polycarbonate body, decal sheet and the paint mask for all windows.

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May 22, 2020

KO Propo carbon fibre throttle servo horn

KO Propo’s carbon fibre throttle servo horn is a perfect complement to the existing range of carbon fibre steering servo horns and ideal for many 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road cars. The clamping design servo arm utilises an aluminium centre section with a sturdy yet very lightweight 2.5mm carbon fibre arm that takes the throttle and brake linkages of cars such as the Shepherd Velox V10, Infinity IF15 or Kyosho V-One R4. The set includes the carbon fibre servo arm, the aluminium baser and upper washer as well as a M2x6mm cap screw.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]

May 22, 2020

JConcepts 1987 Buick Grand National Street Eliminator body

JConcepts have introduced their latest Street Eliminator body shell, the infamous 1987 Buick Grand National. The American produced, sinister, wedged shaped vehicle is now released to the RC enthusiast to fit the latest Street Eliminator vehicles on the market. The crew in the JConcepts R&D department tackled one of its finest projects to date and together with Chevrolet licensing has produced some exciting muscle. The G-body construction is a shape fit for the RC scene. The vehicles which are wide-bodied, flat panelled and have a low-roof line always track well down the racetrack. A low front chin, bumper construction and pocketed headlights immediately look like punishment is headed your way. The long and swooping quarter-panels are a staple of this generation vehicle and it certainly cuts like a knife on the drag strip. Fender flares are apparent and appropriately positioned and sized for tires like the JConcepts Hotties tyres. The cab itself is one of the identifiable features of the GNX and its balanced positioning and sharp lines makes competitors retreat in fear. Rear bumper creation was detailed even allowing position for personalised license plate from the included decal sheet. A small built-in rear spoiler keeps things looking original for those sleepy builds and creations. Included in each body set, a 1987 Buick Grand National decal sheet and the paint mask for all windows.

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May 22, 2020

HRC Racing Transporter car bag

HRC Distribution have introduced the new HRC Racing Transporter car bag for 1/8th and 1/10th scale vehicles. The multi-functional bag allows to carry a single 1/8th or 1/10th scale vehicle with the raised side portions capturing the wheels and parts of the suspension, meaning any possible collected dirt stays inside the bag when carrying or storing the bag, meaning trunks, pit spaces or work benches stay cleaner for longer. An incorporated bottom plate provide additional stability to the bag while the patent pending backpack functionality allows to keeping both hands free despite carrying your car. The back measures 46x32cm and it is available from now on.

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May 22, 2020

Xray XT4 2021 4WD stadium truck kit

Xray have introduced the 2021 variant of their XT4 1/10th scale 4WD stadium truck. The latest incarnation of the XB4-based vehicle feature a new, longer main chassis for improved stability while new narrow front and rear suspension mounts make for an updated suspension geometry that provides increased overall traction. To accommodate the new suspension hangers, the front and rear gearboxes have been narrowed to ensure proper clearances. The drivetrain sees the addition of new front, centre and rear diffs that offer an increased oil volume for better consistency in long mains and all-new differential crown and pinion gears, CNC-machined from Hudy spring steel, ensure improved lifespan and reduced noise. Also part of the drivetrain package are new centre driveshafts with 2.5mm drive pins for increased efficiency while new, longer front and rear driveshafts round out the 2021 drivetrain package. Other features include an updated aluminium motor mount for easier pinion gear access, reinforced servo saver ports improve steering precision and a revised rear shock tower allows the attachment from both sides of the gearbox. The kit will hit stores very soon.

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May 22, 2020

PHUB Hybrid Grip asphalt traction compound

PHUB have introduced their forthcoming all-new Hybrid Grip traction compound for asphalt tracks. The tyre sauce is a blend between thin and light additives and more rich and oily compounds with the combination providing optimised steering and traction on basically all asphalt tracks and especially in higher temperature ranges.

Source: PHUB [phub-rc.com]

May 22, 2020

Leadfinger Racing TLR 22 5.0 body – Coming soon

Another coming soon from Leadfinger Racing is a body shell for the TLR 22 5.0 2WD buggy. It will feature a somewhat radical design with a roof air intake for improved motor cooling as well as a shark fin roof detail and a swooping rear section for optimised airflow towards the rear wing. Full details will become available in time of the release that isn’t too far off the horizon.

Source: Leadfinger Racing [leadfingerrc.com]