Coming from Roche is a solid carbon fibre rear axle for the Rapide P12 and F1 kits. The axle replaces the standard ball differential assembly for a solid spool that provides more stable cornering an increased traction in very high bite “black carpet” racing conditions. The axle shaft is made of high-quality carbon fibre and the red anodised hub takes all popular pan car and touring car spur gears.
Source: Roche [rocherc.com]
Two new optional parts are available from Capricorn for their LAB F1-02 formula kit. First up is a carbon fibre side link set that improves overall rigidity, precision and performance. The multi-parts set replaces the standard composite links and it is understood to be usable on Capricorn’s 1/12th and 1/10th pan cars also. Also new and made exclusively for the F1-02 is a wide front end kit that increased the car’s front track width which can be helpful in certain track conditions and when running narrow offset front wheels.
View the wide front end kit here
Coming from Race Opt and made for Tamiya’s popular T3-01 Dancing Rider trike is the an aluminium front fork adapter. The item was designed to replace the standard plastic part for a more precise and durable item that also adds some visual impact thanks to its shiny blue anodising. The adapter is a direct replacement and it is available from now on.
Fenix have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming 1960’s style Formula car kit. No other information than the image above are available now but by the look of things the car will utilise standard Formula rubber tyres and wheels and it is decked out with a nostalgic Formula body shell for a very unique look. The release is planned for September and more information should become available soon.
Source: Fenix [fenix-racing.com]
Coming from Yokomo and made for their YD-2 and YD-4 drift cars are two diffusor sets to further enhance the performance of the cars. First up is the front and undertray diffusor kit that consists of a front and undertray diffusor that will help to achieve improved front end grip using the front aerodynamic help while the undertray diffusor accelerates and guides the air towards the rear end of the chassis for improved overall grip without loosing the ability to precisely drifting the car. The front and undertray diffusor are usable for both the YD-2 and YD-4 kits. Also new is the side diffusor set for the YD-2S series of RWD cars. The side diffusor will greatly improve overall traction and top speed while the smaller gap between the chassis and the body will improve body rigidity and durability. All parts are moulded from impact-resistant composite material for durability and a low weight.
Hobbywing have announced the soon release of their new XeRun Justock 3650 SD G2.1 electric brushless stock motors. The new generation utilises an updated can that is made of high-quality aluminium for a lower weight with two X-shaped openings further reducing weight while ensuring good heat dissipation. The built-in sensor and fixed timing endbell along with the balanced high-precision rotor ensure smooth and linear power supply and pre-shaped heavy-duty solder tabs make wiring easy and reliable. The motor is build to meet EFRA and ROAR rules and it is available in all popular stock windings from 10.5T up to 25.5T.
Italian company BMT has introduced a new lightweight CV-style rear driveshaft set for the 016GT 1/8th GT car. Using the set will increase stability while scrubbing weight at the same time as the wheel axles are about 8g lighter per piece.
Yokomo have introduced their new adjustable aluminium rear H-arms for the YD-2 and YD-4 series of drift cars. The multi-piece wishbones are slightly shorter than the standard parts for improved drift performance while included shims allow to fine-tune the car’s track width to ensure best possible adaption to various track conditions and driving styles. The sturdy alloy material makes for great precision and an optimised weight distribution with the arms being a direct fit on the YD-2EXII car but they require Y2-301D2 and Y2-301E2 rear alloy arm mounts as well as B8-301BS bushings for installation in all other YD-2 and YD-4 kits.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
