August 13, 2021

Hasi Tuned R21 Swiss Spec .21 nitro engine

Hasi Tuned have introduced their new R21 Swiss Spec .21 nitro engine intended for the use with 1/8th on-road cars. Based on the 7 port O.S. R21 engine, the 2021 version is the result of two years of development with their team. The Swiss Spec features new timing and new improvements on the cylinder, these upgrades making a great difference compared to the previous engine. The R21 Swiss Spec .21 on-road nitro engine is only available pre broken-in and either separately or as combos with a standard or hard coated pipe.

View more images of the engine here


August 13, 2021

Infinity IF15 20g chassis weight

From Creation Model is this 20g chassis weight to adjust the front/rear balance of the Infinity IF15 and IF15W. The 20g weight can be used together with the 9.5g, 14g, and 28g weights already available on the market for more refined tuning of your setup.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]


August 13, 2021

MiBorg M-chassis RCV driveshafts

Coming from MiBorg and made for the Tamiya M-chassis are the new RCV driveshafts. Utilising the design of full-scale cars the driveshafts use ceramic balls instead of cross pins to drive the wheel axle, which results in less vibration and more compacity compared with a double joint. This leads to a more predictable driving and in addition the wheel axles allow the use of pin-less wheel hex adapters for a better wheel concentricity. These driveshafts can be use on the rear, they bring more stability and a better control of the trajectories.

Source: MiBorg [miborg-rc.com]


August 11, 2021

RC Maker HRP optional body mount extensions

RC Maker have released an optional body mount extensions for their unique horizontal rear post body mounting set. The new carbon extensions feature an oval cutout for the post, rather than round, allowing the body to move 2mm vertically upwards. This improves the handling over curbs and chassis flex efficiency underneath the body, without any compromise of strength or downforce. These new extensions are interchangeable with all HRP Mount Sets, and are a great tuning option for your ZooRacing or Xtreme body.

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August 10, 2021

Associated DR10, SR10 & RB10 complete shock kits

Associated released these complete shock kits to upgrade your DR10, SR10 and RB10 RTR. Featuring hard anodised threaded bodies, machined Delrin pistons, TiN-coated shafts and low-friction X-Rings, these shock kits will transform the performance and look of your DR10, SR10, RB10, or any other compatible vehicle. Team Associated’s proven race shock construction ensures a leak-free, silky smooth operating shock, time after time. These 12mm complete shock kits can replace your stock RTR shocks. Kits contain parts for two shocks. Springs are not included.

View the rear shock set here


August 6, 2021

STRC 0° & 1° toe-in rear suspension block combo set

STRC’s new CNC machined aluminium 0° & 1° toe-in rear suspension block combo set for the Associated DR10 dragster allow racers to fine tune the amount of rear toe-in to find the ultimate balance between straight-line top speed and rear traction. These suspension blocks are machined from high quality aluminium and features machined Delrin pivot ball for the hinge-pins for the smoothest suspension movement while preventing wear to the suspension blocks. Available in anodised black, gun metal, blue and orange.

Source: STRC [teamstrc.com]


August 6, 2021

Fenix Racing F1 Gear Diff Mk2 & more

Fenix Racing have released a number of new items starting with the Mk2 version of their F1 gear diff. Originally introduced in 2016, it was the right time for an improvement. The new F1 version gets inspiration from the pancar version and now features a 1/4” new axle, in titanium, the spur gear is fully faced so the pinion working area is double when compared with normal spurs and the whole assembly runs on 3 bearings. Next up for the Mistral 2, G12 and G56, is a new side link support, which allow the user to set the side link inclination in a very easy and effective way. The main body is now threaded, which makes life easier when wrenching on the car. Finally, there is a new servo saver carbon reinforcement for the popular Kimbrough K201 made up of a set of 2 carbon fibre 1mm plates.

View the other new items here


August 6, 2021

Tamiya aluminium ride height gauge

Tamiya have released this new aluminium ride height gauge for onroad racing. Made from blue anodised for that TRF look, the gauge is stepped with differing measurements to allow you to set your car to the most popular heights between 4 and 7mm.

Source: Tamiya [tamiyausa.com]