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March 5, 2021

Yokomo YD-2 SLF big bore shock tapered piston

For the YD-2 series of cars, Yokomo release these SLF big bore shock tapered piston. Developed by Team Yokomo drift members, one side of the piston surface has a tapered shape meaning the damping feeling differs depending on the mounting direction, softer for the movement of the piston in the direction of the taper. In addition, the piston hole is angled diagonally with respect to the shock operating direction so the damping changes with respect to a sudden shock input due to the action of fluid dynamics. At times it has the effect of absorbing small bumps while maintaining a high damping force. The piston hole setting is ø1.1 mm x 6 holes and each set contains 2 pieces.

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March 4, 2021

RC Dynamics 1S Super Low ESR Power capacitor

From RC Dynamics, this 1S Super Low ESR Power capacitor helps minimises power losses to give greater performance. The primary purpose of the ESC power capacitor is to minimise power losses caused by the high frequency switching currents generated during motor commutation/control. The goal being to maximise ESC performance and minimise the heat generated in the internal circuits. It is very important that the ESC has a power source with minimal source impedance. The latest LiPo batteries used in 1S on road racing now already provide an incredibly low internal resistance. Therefore in order for the capacitor to provide maximum benefit it must have an ESR (Effective Series Resistance) at the relevant frequencies, at least an order of magnitude less than the LiPo battery internal resistance. The traditional Aluminium Electrolytic power caps do not have such a low ESR. The RC Dynamics 1S Super Low ESR Power capacitor, is manufactured using the highest performance components available and is tailored to suit RC models powered by a 1S LiPo Voltage source. Prototypes have been highly successful, installed in the winning cars at the 2020 Stock World and European Championships, also at UK National level.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

March 4, 2021

Exotek TX Vader drag chassis conversion set

Exotek Racing have released this TX Vader drag chassis conversion set for use with Traxxas 2wd Slash or Bandits kits. The kit converts your Slash to be cash race ready for the hot new ‘Street Eliminator / Slash No Prep’ race classes springing up around the US. It provides the legal 13″ wheelbase to fit under the hottest new no prep bodies that are on the market and is based on the excellent handling and proven 22 Vader design. This pro chassis conversion set features a heavy duty 2.5mm thick carbon chassis and side rail plates, centralised servo mounting for improved balance and alloy servo mounting block that ties into the side rails for extra rigid and tweak free front chassis setup. A modular chassis design allows standard rear motor or optional mid motor gear box placement.

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March 3, 2021

IGT8 carbon fibre rear upper link plates

Having TQ’d and taken a 1-2 at the recent Winternats in Florida, RC Target/IGT8 have released revised carbon fibre rear upper link plates for the IGT8 series of cars. When used with the optional rear aluminium hubs, these carbon fibre plates have nine total mounting locations allowing you to tune the car to suit many different track conditions. Comes in a set of 4 pieces for a complete left and right upgrade.

Source: RC Target [rctarget.com]

March 2, 2021

MonacoRC MTC2 ball bearing ZZ kit

MonacoRC have this Japanese premium quality ball bearing ZZ kit for the Mugen MTC2. Comprising of a total of 12 ball bearings with metal shield on both sides (ZZ), there are four 10x15x4mm and eight 5x10x4mm bearings, with all lubricated with oil instead of grease in order to have immediate high speed and best performance.

Source: MonacoRC [monacorc.com]

March 2, 2021

ZooRacing Bwoah 190mm GT LMH bodyshell

ZooRacing have introduced the Bwoah, their first 190mm GT LMH bodyshell. The wheel arches offer enough space to also fit the GT tires with a large diameter, while the super slim cabin plays into the overall wide and flat look of the body. You’ll find two cutting lines for the rear wing, a 10mm high version that’ll apply to the USGT regulations as well as a higher ‘Outlaw’ option for maximum downforce. The whole design of Bwoah uses the lowest possible centre of gravity and generates maximum corner speed with that, especially on tracks with lot of grip. The GT classes with less strong motors have been put into consideration as well with low air resistance helping to create high top speed on the straightaway. The clearance makes allowances for the widespread Tamiya TT-01 and TT-02 models and the design has been adjusted for those, so it even fits cars with high shock towers. Moulded from high-quality 0.7mm polycarbonate for a low weight of only 75g, the body package is rounded out by high-quality wing mounting hardware and a highly detailed sticker sheet including grill, head and tail lights.

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March 2, 2021

Xray X12 optional hardened steel 4mm kingpins

For the X12’21 from Xray come these super-smooth, hardened steel 4mm kingpins that provide the foundation for the car’s tweak free front suspension. The kingpins have a stronger design, with the kit version featuring a 1.5° camber angle machined into the kingpin for precise suspension geometry. Xray now release three new optional kingpins in 0.5°, 1.0° and 2.0° camber angle to adjust the camber in fixed steps.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 1, 2021

Awesomatix A12 1.5mm shorter suspension plate

For the A12 platform, Awesomatix release this suspension plate with 1,5mm shorter front wheelbase. This increases the initial steering and reaction of the car and provides a faster direction change. Recommended especially for low, low-med, medium traction conditions.

Source: Awesomatix [facebook.com]