September 13, 2018

Yokomo YD-2 brake discs and callipers set

Yokomo have released this new brake discs and callipers set for the YD-2. The brake discs themselves will include an integrated hexagonal hub to be able to mount the wheels and there will be 3 hub thickness, 5.5mm, 6.5mm and 8.0mm which will are all included so that you can adjust the track width and scrub radius freely. The brake callipers, which can be mounted to new front and rear knuckles, are gunmetal colour to better represent the realistic look and finish of a real car. The set comes with new plastic steering knuckles and rear hub carriers in order to be able to install the callipers, which will be shaped to match our latest spec settings. The new steering knuckles are set for the optimum trail and kingpin angle which where referenced from the dynamics of a real drift car so steering response is improved while increasing the looks while counter steering. The steering stopper and tie rod mounting positions are also updated to the latest specifications, and the operation when increasing the steering angle also becomes smoother. The rear hub carriers are designed with new upper arm attachment positions and this new positioning allows an increase in the range of setting the roll centre and the camber change to the rear, making it possible to positively utilise the roll especially when at a low grip surface such as P tile. By keeping more of the contact area when the chassis rolls by raising the upper arm attachment position this will ensure more stable grip in the lateral direction, for more aggressive drifting.

View the complete set here


September 12, 2018

Muchmore Fleta Pro V2 1S ESC

New from Muchmore is their 1S Fleta Pro V2 ESC. As the name suggests this speedo is suitable for use with 1S batteries and therefore aimed at 1/12th scale use. Made using a full aluminium case for better heat dissipation and therefore able to have higher current, its internal switch makes the wiring simpler as it removes the need for an external switch. A very small footprint (30.5 x 36.5 x 16.5mm) allows more options for its placement thus making balancing your car easier.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]


September 12, 2018

Mon-Tech Racer precut body for Xray

New from Mon-Tech comes the precut version of their World Championship winning Racer body. As used by Bruno Coelho and Alexander Hagberg in South Africa, Mon-Tech now have the Racer body available for the Xray platform with the cutting and drilling already done. It is available in two versions, for carpet and asphalt, the difference being the body position.

Source: Mon-Tech [mon-techracing.net]


September 10, 2018

Motiv Launch series LiPo batteries

Motiv’s new Launch series LiPo batteries were developed for the most serious RC Drag Racer. The Launch series utilises a high-performance 110C+ burst cells with 8awg wire in a compact design to reduce weight (2S: 210g / 3S: 307g), while delivering even more power than its larger counterparts. This combination of performance, size, and weight are unmatched in RC drag racing.

Source: Motiv RC [motivrc.com]


September 10, 2018

MR33 V4 ETS Carpet Additive

MR33 have released the new “V4” version of their popular indoor tire additive. The additive has a new formula and will help a lot to build up the groove very quickly on carpet. This will be noticeable on big events where new carpet is used all the time. The new additive performs very consistently during the run and has a natural base without any chemicals inside. It will be delivered in 100ml bottles with a sponge applicator as with the previous versions.

Source: Tonisport [tonisport.de]


September 10, 2018

Vigor ARC R11 shock towers

New from Vigor are these 3.0mm thick lowered shock towers for the ARC R11. The new towers are made from thinner 3mm carbon fibre, compared to the standard 3.5mm material, for increased torsional flex and so improved traction on lower bite surfaces. The front tower has been lowered by 1.0mm and and rear by 2.5mm which they claim gives the car more grip and better response. Works with the original plastic short shock ends, all parts are a direct fit.

Source: Vigor RC [vigorrc.com]


September 6, 2018

Tamiya TA07 MS 1/10th scale Touring Car

Following a teaser image all the way back in July, Tamiya have finally unveiled the TA07 MS. The TA07 Pro is a very popular chassis kit among club racers across the world and one of the most popular machines to use for the Tamiya Championship Series. This new version of the platform has been given a significant overhaul, endowing it with even greater potential, infusing with parts, designs and concepts from the top-level TRF419XR chassis to create a beast on the racetrack.

View more information here


September 5, 2018

WRC GTX 1.4 aluminium rear CVD drive axle

New from WRC Racing for their GTX 1.4 is this aluminium rear CVD drive axle. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and hard coated, they have been specially designed and produced for high-competition racing. Using a CVD helps enhance the performance of the car compared to kit standard dogbones by ensuring a smoother power delivery especially in cornering.

Source: WRC Racing [wrc-racing.com]