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July 17, 2012

Zeppin TC6.1 caster blocks & MTX5 pulley

Some new items from Zeppin Racing who have released these 7075 aluminium 4.5deg (L+R) caster blocks for the Associated TC6.1 which have an enlarged opening in the centre. The new design is to avoid the double joint dogbones touching the caster blocks when turning at a full angle. To also improve smoothness there is an additional Delrin insert for the hinge pin. Zeppin have also produced a 26T pulley for the Mugen MTX5, which is made of hard coated high quality 7075 aluminum. It has been lightened for minimizing weight.

View the MTX5 pulley here

July 17, 2012

Ride Subaru WRX STi 190mm shell

Ride have released their Subaru WRX STi “4 Doors” 1/10 Touring Car body shell for touring car. This body shell is officially licensed by Fuji Heavy Industries and is available in both lightweight and regular weight. A good all rounder, it will fit most driving style, most track conditions and most TC applications, modified through to Super Stock. Comes with a high downforce wing, a pair of side dams, attachment bolt set and specific Subaru WRX decal sheets, plus window & door trims making painting easy. Homologation is under process.

Source: Ride [rc-ride.co.jp]

July 16, 2012

Capricorn Lab C02 lightweight shock set

Italian company Capricorn have released their new lightweight shock set for the Lab C02. The set includes ultra light delrin shock bodies, hard coated aluminium 5.8m uniballs and super smooth titanium shock shafts. Sold in a complete set of two shocks.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

July 16, 2012

Arrowmax MRX5 radio plate mount V2

Arrowmax have released version 2 of their radio plate mount for the Mugen MRX5. Machined from a single piece of brass it brings extra weight to the centre of the car, improving handling and corner-rotation. Comes complete with hardware as shown and is laser engraved with the Arrowmax logo.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

July 15, 2012

Exotek TC6TEK performance chassis conversion

Exotek have release their TC6TEK performance ultra narrow LiPo chassis conversion set complete with bushing supported hinge pin blocks for the TC6.1 or TC6. The new design incorporates heavy duty bushing supported hinge pin blocks, the same concept incorporated into other world caliber touring cars by Tamiya, Yokomo and Hot Bodies. The steel insert bushings insure ultra free suspension movement, no matter the arm angles. Newly designed 7075 heavy duty bulkheads are included and their shortened design allows for improved chassis flex. 4 heavy duty 7075 suspension blocks are included, FF-C, FR-C (split style), RF-XB (split style) and RR-D and the included blocks will give you 0 degree of front arm sweep and 3 degrees of rear toe. The chassis is made from 2.25mm USA made precision cut soft weave carbon fiber and at only 84mm wide the main chassis can better utilize lower ride heights for more aggressive cornering.

View the complete conversion set here

July 14, 2012

Capricorn tire additivator V2

Capricorn have introduced the V2 version of their tire additivator. The new version additional features 2 lamps, and lamp protectors, to directly heat the contact point of the tire increasing the effect of absorption of the sponge for better penetration and durability of the additive in the foam.

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July 13, 2012

Roche body height adjuster & TRF417 ARB mount

Roche have introduced two new items for touring car, the first is this set of aluminium body height adjuster, the idea for which came from factory driver Elliott Harper. The adjuster makes it easier to adjust the height of the body shell, from 0-5mm. There is a 1mm o-ring inside the adjuster so that it will not change height during use. Three colours are available, blue, purple & titanium, to suit all cars with a 6mm body post. Also new for the Tamiya TRF417 is an aluminum anti-roll bar mount. CNC-machined from 6061 T6 aluminium, the roll-bar is centered by a 4mm rod stopper and the tension on the roll bar is adjusted by the 3mm set screw on both sides of the holder. With perfect alignment and a harder material than the original plastic material mounts, the roll bar will always function freely.

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July 13, 2012

Tamiya 417X ‘Reedy Race’ chassis

To commemorate Viktor Wilck’s win at the Reedy Invitational touring car race in May, Tamiya have released a limited edition (200pcs) version of the TRF417X called the TRF417X Reedy Race. A small update from the original car it has been altered to help improve the low speed traction so it features an updated chassis and top deck. Also the shock towers have been made from 3.5mm thick carbon fibre and feature shock mounting holes that allow for a more precise setting change. The battery mount has been made of metal to increase weight low down and it will be supplied with front and rear gear diffs. Finally it comes with chrome and blue Tamiya decals.

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