November 27, 2024

Mikimodel MS1.0 ‘Special Parts’ Suspension Arm System

New from Italy’s Mikimodel and created under its ‘Special Parts’ line is this new suspension arm system for the Yokomo MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  They are entirely carbon arms, with molded insert and uniball for camber adjustment with a fixed caster of 4th degree anterior and 2nd degree posterior.  The research of the design but above all the research of the materials itself was extremely complex with it taking a long time arrive at the final solution.  The arms make for much easier driving compared to the standard kit arms offering much more consistency and above all avoids anomalous behaviour due to the previous plastic which it was too soft.  They are sold as a kit and also separately. A tork wrench for fixing the carbon plastic is also supplied with the kit.

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November 22, 2024

Capricorn LAB GT2 Progressive V2 Light Blue Spring

Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn has launched a new Progressive Spring for its LAB GT2 1:8 GT Onroad platform while at the same time, publishing the LAB GT2 Spring Table which summarises all the springs from the softest to the strongest one.  The new Light Blue spring has a medium response and is positioned between the blue and the purple spring options.

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November 21, 2024

MiniPro Inertia Engine Dyno V2

MiniPro has announced it newest Engine Dyno which is designed for break-in, tuning and testing nitro engines.  The new Inertia Engine Dyno V2 features include true engine torque and power by using an inertia flywheel with it also possible to brake-in your engine with data logging capability with the Dyno controller board having nine I/O ports for sensors.  It also has a built-in throttle control sensor and Ambient Temperature, Pressure and Humidity sensor.  The Dyno allows you to test engines under load with correction factor and its modular design allows different size engines and exhausts configurations.  On the dyno the engine can be started with starter box, pull-start or electronic starter with the aluminium base with anti-vibration foot pads.

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November 19, 2024

Team Associated DC10 RTR 1:10 Drift Car

Having released its new competition level DC10 1:10 RWD Drift Car kit back in July, Team Associated has announced it is now offering an RTR version of the car.  With an arsenal of suspension and chassis tuning options at your fingertips, you can fine-tune your ride to perfection. From camber and caster adjustments to kingpin inclination (KPI) and the exact placement of your motor, servo and battery, the DC10 1:10 RWD RTR is designed to give you the ultimate drifting experience.  Additionally the DC10 RTR comes with a high-performance 3300kV Reedy brushless motor system, set up in a sleek low motor configuration for maximum speed and control.  Upgrading and customising your DC10 RTR is a breeze with a full range of optional and Factory Team parts that fit seamlessly onto the car.  For those who crave unbeatable control and stability, the DC10 RTR is equipped with Team Associated’s brand-new competition Drift Tires and a precision-tunable gyro to keep you glued to the track and enjoy the fastest-growing categories in RC racing.

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November 18, 2024

Mikimodel MS1.0 ‘Special Parts’ Spring Stabiliser Rings

Mikimodel, the Italian Yokomo distributor, has released these Spring Stabiliser Rings intended for the Japanese manufacturer’s MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  Part of the ‘Mikimodel Special Parts’ line, they have developed this new simple but very important accessory to stabilise the spring on the shocks of the MS1.0.  The rings that are placed at the base of the shock absorber and preventing small movements and make the spring more stable as the shock works.

Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]


November 15, 2024

Klinik RC Hot Pink Folding RC Car Stand

It might not be to everyone’s taste but US company Klinik RC has announced it is adding Hot Pink to the colour options of its Folding RC Car Stand intended for 1:16-1:10 use.  Elevating your car during the build, for maintenance between heats at the track or at home while prepping for the next race their innovative folding car stand is precision CNC laser cut from 4.4mm acrylic and with the attidion of hot Pink is now available in 8 colours to match your livery.  With laser engraved Klinik Racing checkers logo on both side panels, Folding RC Car Stand folds to a compact size for easy transportation and the very lightweight stand folds out ready for action in about 2 seconds.

Source: Klinik RC [klinikrc.com]


November 15, 2024

Team Shepherd | Zen-Racing Pit Mats

Nitro onroad manufacturer Shepherd and its new owner Zen Racing has introduced two new pit mat designs to show your allegiance to the respective brands.  Measuring 600mm by 1200mm, they are made from hard wearing easy wipe material making it easy to keep your pit working area clean after a day at the track or after preparing your car at home ahead of testing or racing.

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November 14, 2024

Nova X9R 1:8 Onroad Engines

Following on from the recent release of its new 1:8 Offroad engines, Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines has released two new 1:8 onroad engines.  Once again not going into the finer details of their latest competition engines or showing any internals, the new 3.5cc 9-port engine is offered as an X9R or a X9R 018 “Carmine Raiola” version.  With the engine featuring a new design cooling head, the X9R comes with purple head details and is fitted with a Domed piston and a 3 point Head Button Turbo while the Raiola version, named after their top Italian factory driver, is distinguished by a black head and comes with a Flat head piston and 2 point Head Button Turbo.

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