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July 26, 2024

Xray X4 Upper Clamp -1mm

New for its 1:10 Electric Touring Car platforms, Xray has released -1mm – Inner Shock Position (L+R) Aluminium Upper Clamp for the X4. The upper clamps move the inner pivot 1mm closer to centre with this position lengthing the upper arm and reducing camber gain to free up the car. Mid corner steering improves in long sweepers, and traction rolling is reduced in very high traction carpet conditions. Recommended for large open tracks or high traction carpet tracks. Heavy duty upper clamps improve durability in hard crashes and accommodate the inner shock mounting system. Made from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and black anodized, the upper clamps use caster inserts for quick and easy set-up changes, and feature centering pins for precise installation and improved crash reliability.

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July 26, 2024

Yokomo MD1.0 LTS (Load Transfer Special) Drift Kit

In its latest Drift car development, Yokomo has released the MD1.0 LTS (Load Transfer Special). This high-end chassis replicates the movement of a real car, characterised by its weighty load transfer and chunky suspension with sinking and stretching legs. Building on the MD1.0 configuration, the LTS features a high-mounted battery that strategically adjusts the centre of gravity to produce body roll, allowing the car to navigate corners with the realism of a true vehicle. The front and rear boast specially designed, supple, multiple-wound springs exclusive to the LTS, enhancing the roll and providing a pronounced sense of weight through effective rebound utilisation. At the front, an aluminium steering block with high-mounted upper arms minimises excessive nose dive, a common issue in rolling machines. This setup offers a balanced reduction in understeer and improved controllability. Additionally, the adjustable kingpin angle allows for realistic camber changes during steering, making low-angle video shooting even more captivating.

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July 24, 2024

CRC MetriCKs 1:12 Kit – More images

Having officially announced on July 4th it had a new 1:12 in the works, CRC has released further information and better images of the the new MetriCKs. The new car platform was a project that started well over a year ago and is now set for shipping in mid-August. The 1:12 World Champion chassis manufacturer which is based in Oneida County, New York, said some of our goals for the new car were Fast and efficient in the corners, Super low center of gravity, Super simple in design and use, Easy to race and maintain, Excellent durability, and in the CRC tradition, keep the car affordable.

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July 24, 2024

Yokomo RD2.0 Graphite Chassis & Top Deck

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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July 24, 2024

Kimihiko Yano EPS-J Twelve Tyre Processor

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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July 24, 2024

Team Associated RC10DS Classic Kit

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.

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July 22, 2024

Infinity IF14-2 Carbon Front body Upstop

Infinity has a new item for its IF14-2 Electric Touring Car with the release of a Carbon Fibre Front Body Upstop Set and matching new C-Hub Set with added mounting holes. The Graphite Front body Upstop Set allows you to mount the body as close as possible without causing contact between the body and tyres and can improve steering characteristics and stability of the car in high-speed corners. The -1.0mm/4deg C-Hub set has been created to work with the new Carbon Body Upstop Set through the addition of mounting holes.

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July 22, 2024

Mardave MD-24 Carbon

Niche British 1:12 Mini kit manufacturer Mardave, who have been at the heart of local club racing in the United Kingdom, has released images of its upcoming carbon fibre version of its latest MD24 Assassin kit. The company which was formed in the 70’s, and whose Mini Stock chassis has been many racers’ entry into the world of RC Racing over the decades since, with their kits traditionally produced using GRP material. Red RC have good memories of racing and enjoying the simplicity of the Mini Stock in the 1990s when we switched from onroad nitro to the indoors for the Irish Winters.

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