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August 7, 2019

GForce shock rebound measuring tool

Coming soon from GForce is a simple on-road shock rebound measuring tool. Machined from aluminium and coming black anodised for wear and looks the stepped gauge helps to measure and adjust shock rebound from 1mm up to 11mm by simply sliding the compressed shock into the machined slot and reading the rebound value. The tool can also be used to set the rebound value by inserting the damper, keeping it at the designed value and then attaching the upper cap to bleed and set the shock. Laser-etched marking help with easy identification of the desired rebound value. The gauge is usable with most 1/8th and 1/10th on-road shock absorbers.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

August 7, 2019

Protoform Corvette drag racing body – Coming soon

Protoform have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new Corvette drag racing body. With a drag racing body shell being Protoform’s first product back in 1992, the ultra-successful brand now goes back to their roots with the introduction of a Pro Mod Vette body. Full details and more images will become available soon.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

August 6, 2019

Avid Triad 17mm capped brass wheel nuts

Coming from Avid are their new capped 17mm brass wheel nuts for 1/8th off-road vehicles. The heavy brass wheel nuts are designed to help generate a little more traction in slippery and loose conditions. They will also raise the driver’s confidence that they will never come off with our aggressive serration. The brass nuts weigh 6g each instead of 2g which will aid in more traction while the capped design protects the end of the hubs, keeping dirt out. The nuts come laser etched with three small A’s and the large AV logo in the center, which are protected from being scratched off. The unique Triad 3-cornered nut uses common 17mm wheel wrenches and with their M12x1.0 fine thread they fits all modern 1/8th scale off-road and GT kits.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

August 6, 2019

Infinity IF18/15 belt tensioner flange

Infinity has released a belt tensioner flange for use on both their IF18 and IF15 nitro on-road chassis. This tension roller flange prevents the middle belt from accidentally falling off in high load situations such as high temperatures or extreme high traction. Fixed in place so as not to increase rotating mass of the roller, it is also shaped to prevent any step between the belt and the flange. It is available in black or titian colours. An M3x15mm screw is included for when fitting on the IF15.

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August 6, 2019

Fenix Classique March 761 Formula body shell

Fenix have introduced their new Classique March 761 formula body shell for 1/10th scale formula pan cars. A prototype of the body was shown and raced at the recent ETS final in Trencin and it is now ready to hit the stores with the lid being officially licensed by the current March rights holder, ensuring a scale appearance including lots of engine and rear suspension details. The body comes clear, it fits Tamiya F103 and F104 kits as well as most of today’s formula pan cars and it can be further customised by using Fenix’s Classique aluminium air intakes.

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August 6, 2019

Xtreme Racing Project 4X Pro flex battery hold down kit

Following the release of the flex battery hold down kit for the Xray T4, Xtreme Racing now also have a variant for the Serpent Project 4X Pro available. The set replaces the standard battery mounting system and does away with the need to use tape to hold down the battery pack in favour of a quick release system that only lightly tabs the battery pack, resulting in quicker battery swaps and less influence in chassis tweak. The set includes two battery hold downs, two LiPo battery supports and 6 shooter thumb fasteners along all needed mounting hardware.

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August 6, 2019

Tamiya TB-05 aluminium centre driveshafts

Coming from Tamiya and made for the shaft-driven TB-05 touring car are two aluminium centre driveshaft kits. First up is a set for front motor converted cars that include 42mm and 90mm centre shafts while the rear motor specific kit includes a single 133mm centre shaft. All are made of high-quality aluminium with the blue anodising improving wear resistance and looks. Included with the driveshafts come steel gearbox input shafts and and all needed hardware. Using the shafts over the original dogbone construction will reduce weight and slop for greatly increased drivetrain efficiency. Both sets will become available by end of September.

View the rear motor driveshaft kit here

August 5, 2019

Hudy FWD pre-cut slick tyre set

Coming from Hudy and made for the growing front wheel drive 1/10th touring car class is a 4-piece set of pre-glued tyres. They feature a semi-slick tread for good traction and side bite and they come pre-glued on black multi-spoke rims, offering cook looks. The directional tyres include suitable inserts and they are usable for both asphalt and carpet racing.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]