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August 15, 2019

Yokomo YD-2RR rear motor conversion kit

Yokomo have introduced the YD-2RR rear motor conversion kit for the YD-2E and YD-2S RWD drift car kits. The set includes new gearbox halves that use a reduced amount of idler gears for better throttle response while an updated motor position, with the motor sitting closer to the rear axle, eliminates the unwanted pendulum effect. The newly designed “swingable” motor plate allows to rotate the motor in order to access different throttle and weight balance setups for a range of track conditions and a resin rear chassis brace offers controlled chassis flex for improved rear end response. The set is rounded out by a set of spacers that brings the body posts to the previous position as the shock tower is moved forward to make way for the spur gear. The conversion is a direct fit on the YD-2E and will fit the YD-2S using optional parts such as the E series upper decks, the Y2-303AR alloy or Y2-303MR plastic rear brace supports and and battery holder.

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August 15, 2019

Rebellion-RC T4 Aero suspension arm set

RC-Carbonstore have introduced their revolutionary Rebellion-RC Aero suspension arm set for the Xray T4 touring car. Developed in Austria and extensively tested at international events such as the recent ETS season finale at the Hudy Racing Arena, the front and rear arms make use of a radical, aerodynamic design that helps to keeping the car more planted, countering traction rolling in high-grip traction conditions and high speed corners while adding to the overall downforce. The arms are 3-D-printed from high-quality PA12 material, making them extremely durable and precise while the included carbon fibre arm stiffeners add extra rigidity, keeping the arms from flexing under load without adding too much unsprung weight. The arms also support a new low centre of gravity shock position, lowering the car’s overall centre of gravity by setting the shocks about 6mm lower compared to the original shock position. To access the new shock position, the set includes -6mm front and rear carbon fibre shock towers that utilise a revised shock geometry for a more linear shock action. The kit is rounded out by a set of front chassis flaps that are added in the steering area. A chassis drill jig comes includes with the conversion kit. The set uses the original Xray swaybar ball cups for an easy upgrade and it is available in a total of twelve different carbon fibre weave colours from now on.

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August 14, 2019

RC Maker MMCX CentraFlex top deck set

Made for the Awesomatix A800 MMCX mid motor car is RC Maker’s new MMCX CentraFlex top deck set. Complimenting RC Maker’s successful “SlimFlex” top deck, the CentraFlex aims to offer a larger range of flex tuning options and characteristics for the A800 MMCX. Conventionally in mid motor setups, the front of the top deck is entirely split in order to be able to slide the top deck over the front belt. This provides a significant amount of flex to the front of the car only, creating quite an imbalance in the top decks flex characteristics. The CentraFlex has been developed to slide in from the side under the belts, and due to the single sided design, can be joined in front of the spur gear to prevent excessive front top deck and bulkhead flex, bringing back the balance of front to rear flex provided by the top deck. As well as this, RC Maker have also added an additional post in front of the spur, to add more options when tuning chassis flex. By installing or removing the two ST019 screws either side of the spur gear, racers can change the flex point of the car instantly, either moving it forwards or backwards to adjust the balance of the car.

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August 14, 2019

Destiny RX-10FF cooling fan mount & body stiffener

Available now from Destiny and made for the RX10-FF front-wheel driver touring car are an aluminium cooling fan mount and a carbon fibre rear body post stiffener. Starting with the motor fan mount, the part is machined from aluminium and it is of a vented design, allowing cooling air to escape for improved cooling efficiency while adding visual impact. The dark anodised mount with machined silver edge details attaches to the front bumper mount and it is usable with standard 30mm fan units. Also new is a carbon fibre body post stiffener that braces the rear body posts for improved stability and thus optimised aerodynamics. The machined carbon fiber brace is a direct fit.

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August 14, 2019

Kyosho MR03 RM/MM/MM2 circuit pack

Kyosho have introduced their new MR03 circuit pack for RM, MM and MM2 chassis. It includes a set of options for the Mini-Z RWD cars ideal for beginners as it comes with a pair of low height slick 30-deg tyres, two pairs of high grip wide radial 20-deg and 30-deg tyres, two pairs of red and purple front springs, as well as FRP rear suspension plate hard for MM/LM and RM/HM.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

August 13, 2019

Hudy Tire Gripper Red traction compound

Hudy have announced the release of their new Tire Gripper Red traction compound for asphalt and carpet tracks. The Red additive was specially developed for low and very-low traction conditions, with the special formula helping rubber tyres to generate higher traction while still making for an easy to drive car. The tyre sauce comes in handy 50ml bottles with foam applicator.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

August 13, 2019

VBC Racing Lightning10X235 Pro10 pan car kit

VBC Racing have announced the soon release of their new Lightning10X235 235mm Pro10 pan car kit. The car will feature a 7075-T6 industry-first fully adjustable front Active Lower Caster ALC system, a 7075-T6 CNC main chassis and rear lower pod with silver edge chamfers for increase handling precision and a 7075-T6 heat-treated hardened rear diff axle. The steering setup allows for an inline indirect or transverse direct front steering linkage and the chassis supports configurable inline (standard/shorty battery) or transverse (shorty battery) battery layouts. Other features include a long or short centre rear shock linkage, a TBBS-P Progressive Centre Rear Shock with diamond-cut inner shock body surface to provide superb damping smoothness and precision as well as a 7075-T6 “Aero” adjustable front steering strut bar. Full details will become available in time of the release.

Source: VBC Racing [vbcracing.com]

August 13, 2019

Arrowmax 1/8th GT & buggy tyre warmer

Available now from Arrowmax is their new tyre warmer for 1/8th GT and buggy tyres. Featuring a very small control unit with front-side warming belt connectors the warmer takes only minimal pit space and it allows to independently set the front and rear tyre temperatures. An XT60 input connector enables the user to utilise a DC power supply or a 3S LiPo battery pack to power the tyre warmer with an optional warming bag also allows to use the main unit as a battery warmer. The main unit sports Arrowmax’s signature black and golden colours and it uses a back-lit display for easy temperature monitoring.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]