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June 11, 2020

Tamiya TT-02 Audi V8 Touring – Coming soon

Tamiya have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new TT-02 1991 Audi V8 Touring 4WD touring car kit. The iconic Audi V8 Touring body shell features the company’s signature motorsports colours and it tops off the ultra-popular TT-02 entry-level 4WD chassis. Replica BBS wheels and add-on details like rear view mirrors round out the kit. Full details and more images will become available in time of the release that is scheduled for later this year.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

June 11, 2020

Castle Creations 1717 1650kV sensored motor

Coming from Castle Creations is their new 1717 series 1Y 1650kV sensored brushless motor that is ideal for heavier 1/8th vehicles and lighter 1/6th scale vehicles running up to 8S. Castle’s first new 17 series motor in over a decade now has an improved 4-pole 12-slot design that boasts exceptional efficiency and produces less heat. It is the perfect upgrade for any 1/6th scale vehicles weighing up to 20 lbs and running up to 8S LiPo; it is also a great upgrade for drivers looking for a reliable, high torque 8S motor for their 1/8th scale vehicles. Running modes include sensored and an ultra-efficient sensorless mode, high-strength, high-temperature grade neodymium sintered magnets combined with High-strength Kevlar wrap ensures the integrity of the rotor is not compromised during harsh running conditions, and oversized NMB bearings and a vibration dampening system ensure the longest bearing life possible. And proprietary winding techniques allow to produce a stator assembly that is the lowest possible resistance, resulting in a cooler running motor.

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June 11, 2020

Roche F1 Evo2 carbon rear brace & M3 motor screws

Roche have announced the release of a new carbon fibre rear brace for the Rapide F1 Evo2 kit as well as a set of oil slick finish M3 motor mounting screws. Staring with the rear brace, the part is machined from high-quality 2.5mm carbon fibre and it will reduce tweaking and twisting of the rear pod, improving traction in lower grip conditions. As for the M3 motor mounting screws, these are made of high-quality Grade 5 titanium, they offer a 3mm neck and are 8mm long. A rainbow oil slick finish makes for a cool look. The fasteners come as pairs.

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June 11, 2020

Rêve D dual rate drift car springs

Coming from Rêve D are their new dual rate springs for low grip surfaces such as P tiles and painted concrete. By using a newly developed winding method the each spring offers a somewhat progressive performance, improving traction and car control in low grip track conditions. By flipping the spring over the suspension characteristics can be fine-tuned even further. The colour-coded springs are available separately in soft, medium and hard specification and they also come as complete set including a reusable box.

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June 10, 2020

T-Works roll out R12 optionals

Coming from T-Works and made for ARC’s new R12 mid-motor touring car are several option parts. First up is a 7-piece titanium turnbuckle set as a direct replacement for the kit’s standard links. Machined from 64 grade titanium the turnbuckles are both lightweight and strong, reducing the car’s overall weight while adding visual impact. Included comes a suitable turnbuckle for easy link building and adjustment.

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June 10, 2020

Fenix Classique CT2 Formula body shell

Fenix have introduced their Classique series CT2 12-cylinder Formula body shell. Back in the good old days 12-cylinder engines were the hot ticket and for the 1967 season, several teams made use of them. Fenix now recreated one of the popular designs with the new Classique CT2 body shell sporting a highly detailed 12-cylinder engine with matching exhaust system. The lid is moulded from clear high-quality polycarbonate material and it fits Fenix’s wingless Formula chassis and it is available from now on.

Source: Fenix [fenixracingshop.com]

June 10, 2020

Exotek TLR 22 stand-up MM gearbox swaybar mounts

Exotek have introduced their new swaybar mounts for the TLR 22 3.0 to 5.0 using the stand-up MM gearbox. The machined aluminium posts allow mounting of the TLR 22 laydown sway bar set onto the 3-gear or 4-gear stand up gearbox via the wing mounts and they come in handy especially on street eliminator cars. The set includes a pair of black anodised aluminium posts and mounting hardware.

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June 9, 2020

Ielasi Tuned introduce new O.S. based engine line

Ielasi Tuned have introduced their new O.S. based nitro engine line. The range will include the GP9 .21 on-road, GP5 GT 1/8th GT, DIRT! off-road as well as the GP3 .12 on-road engine all of which build on selected O.S. Engines motors that will receive personal treatment by former IFMAR World Champion, Daniele Ielasi himself. Full details on all engines will become available very soon.

Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]