September 30, 2020

Capricorn RC TE05 MDM EP touring car

Coming soon from Capricorn RC is the Italian brand’s new TE05 MDM electric touring car platform. The car will feature longer suspension arms front and rear, the front being +2mm longer and the rear +3mm longer which provides the car with more overall traction and corner speed. In addition to the longer arms there will be a new rear uprights, front c-hub and steering knuckles, with all these parts now being made in house. New shock towers and shocks will also be included in to the updates resulting in a lower CG which makes the car more stable at higher speeds and especially in higher traction conditions. Finally a new mid pulley system will be added with additional bearings for better longevity.

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September 30, 2020

T-Works TC-01 suspension mounts, spool & driveshafts

More new option parts for the Tamiya TC-01 from T-Works, the first of which are these aluminium suspension mounts. Sold in a set of 4 they replace the kit plastic versions adding more strength in a very critical area. The black anodised mounts are also available in a +1 version (2pcs), which has the king pin hole offset for adjusting the angle of the lower suspension arm. The drivetrain has also received more options with the release of a aluminium front spool, the set including the main shaft as well as the outdrives. To compliment that part there are also 54mm hard coated aluminium propeller shafts for the centre driveline (2pcs).

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September 30, 2020

OS Speed T1204 .12 engine

OS Engines have released their new OS Speed T1204 .12 engine. Featuring improved torque at medium to low speeds, the throttle response has also been improved. This has been achieved through a newly designed crankshaft with different counter weight shape which has had two tungsten weights installed for improve performance. The cooling head has also been changed to improve cooling, while the button and its o-ring has been modified to prevent dust entering this area. The T1204 is sold separately or as a combo with a TT01 EFRA2672 silencer with EX manifold MT03.

View the combo set here


September 29, 2020

T-Works TC-01 CVD driveshafts

For the Tamiya TC-01 from T-Works comes these new line of CVD shafts. For the front and rear of the car there are these 42mm steel CVDs, sold in a pair, while for the central drive train there is the 54mm centre shaft. Both the shaft and axle are made from high-quality steel and they feature a black surface coating for wear resistance.

View the centre shaft here


September 29, 2020

LCG aluminium eccentric insert for Awesomatix

These newly introduced aluminium eccentric inserts for Awesomatix by LCG Racing are designed and developed to reduce play in both the longitudinal and the horizontal direction. The precisely made bearing holders allow to easily fit the diff and spool as well as prevent any binding of the car‘s flex characteristics. Furthermore, the optimised fit of the bearings make the drivetrain smoother. They are made of high quality 7075 Aluminium, are anodised in gun metal grey to match the looks of the car and protect its surface and come in sets of two.

Source: LCG Racing [facebook.com]


September 29, 2020

Roche Rapide P10W Evo2 titanium turnbuckles

New from Roche for their Rapide P10W Evo2 come these new titanium turnbuckles. Machined from high-quality titanium material for a low weight and increased durability the M3x57mm turnbuckles are a direct replacement for the standard steel items. Sold as a pair.

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]


September 28, 2020

Mon-Tech Akura GT12 body shell

Having teased this body last week, Mon-Tech have today unveiled their new Akura GT12 shell. Designed, like all the latest Mon-Tech products, with 3D modelling software, it was then checked with fluid dynamics software and made with CNC machines. The company’s new industrial way to work allows them to develop highly detailed bodies, to control how the airflow and aerodynamic, and to respect class’ rules. The body is produced from a durable 0.75 mm Lexan and are available in a standard and La Leggera lightweight version. The kit includes headlight stickers, window masks and hardware to install the rear wing in two different positions to change the rear downforce.

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September 28, 2020

T-Works TC-01 rocker arms & carbon servo mounts

More new option parts for the Tamiya TC-01 from T-Works, the first of which are these new aluminium rocker arms. Black anodised with a machined chamfer, they not only look trick, they are stronger than the kit plastic versions and the included bearings ensure precise transfer of the suspension movement to the shocks. New carbon parts include a standalone servo mount plate and servo mount with integrated transponder mount.

View the two servo mounts here