March 13, 2018

Yokomo YD-2EXII RWD Drift chassis

Having taken top honours at the D1-10 World Championship in the Netherlands twice, the high-end RWD chassis kit YD-2EX has been improved for use on low traction surfaces and the Yokomo YD-2EXII will be released at the end of this month. The key feature of YD-2E series is the low centre of gravity for performing high speed drifting in any type of surface condition. Wanting to improve further Team Yokomo developed and tested new front steering blocks for more steering angle and wider tread and shorter lower arms for amazing traction on all surfaces and now these new parts come as standard. Also featuring new low friction shocks and graphite main chassis which enables the use any type of batteries released for 1/10 scale RC cars in a variety position.

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March 13, 2018

Racing Performer RPG-302 V3 gyro

New from Yokomo under their Racing Performer brand is the RPG-302 V3 gyro. The conventional RPG-302 was well known for its balance and fast response as well as mild steering performance to achieve a realistic drifting angle. The new RPG-302 V3 now has a new feature, adjustable steering end point giving the possibility to adjust the steering limit for right and left independently. The look as also been updated with a new aluminium case with red anodised chamfered edges. Best suited for all type of RWD car, but can also work in AWD (4WD) cars.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]


March 12, 2018

Fenix Racing 1/12th 0.2mm shim sets

New from Fenix Racing and especially made for 1/12th models, is a number of super precise 0.2mm calibrated shim sets. Designed to fine tune the car’s ride height they work on a number of cars with the front set pictured above meant to be used on most 38.5mm 1/12 front end such as VBC, Associated, Roche, Xenon and others.

View the other shim sets here


March 10, 2018

Yeah Racing YD-2 aluminium steering base

Yeah Racing have introduced an aluminium steering base for the Yokomo YD-2 and YD-2S drift car chassis. The black anodised aluminium part features machined silver edges and laser-etched YR logos for looks as it adds strength and stability to the front part of the chassis for improved steering reaction.

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March 9, 2018

ONE Black Blend high-performance nitro fuel

Capricorn have introduced the ONE Black Blend high-performance nitro fuel. Made by the Pepe Group using a unique formula, the fuel is characterised by its special black colour and it is sold in 25 percent and 16 percent nitro blends.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


March 9, 2018

Masaki Kiyoi wins at RCI V2 New Year’s race

The recent New Year’s Cup was held at Shanghai’s RCI V2, kicking off the local racing season. Lots of drivers competed in this weekend race that held some stiff competition. China-based Japanese driver Masaki Kiyoi was dominant all weekend, setting the fastest lap times and showing great consistency and speed. Masaki would TQ the qualifying and in the first A-main, Masaki pulled away at the start of the race and never looked back. Winning the second A-main allowed Masaki to sit out the third and final main as he already secured the overall win after A2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


March 9, 2018

Infinity IF14 lower suspension holders & spacer

Infinity has released two new optional suspension parts for its TITC-winning IF14 electric touring car. New “low” aluminium lower suspension holders give a hinge pin mounting height that is 0.5mm lower than the standard kit supplied version and are offered in the same -40.0, -44.5 and -46.0 range. Making it possible to set a lower roll centre, the choice of roll centre and toe angle is expanded offering racers an increased range of settings. Also released is a new lower suspension holder spacer. Supplied as a set of four, this 0.4mm spacer allows for quick set-up changes. Adding a single spacer at each lower suspension holder gives almost the same amount of change as derived with the eccentric bushing in the 0.5 position but without the need to remove the suspension.

View the other new parts here


March 9, 2018

Yeah Racing 2mm & 3mm aluminium lock nuts

Yeah Racing have introduced new aluminium lock nut set in 2mm and 3mm specification. They are machined from high-quality aluminium and feature a nylon locking inserts to prevent the nuts from becoming loose due to vibration. The nuts come in sets of ten in black or red colour.

View the other nuts sets here