January 2, 2024

Ielasi Tuned cylinder extractor

After its hugely successful World Championship winning season last year, Ielasi Tuned kicks off 2024 with the release of its new cylinder extractor.  Presenting a CAD image of the product concept last May, the Italian company have spent the time since getting the product perfected with Daniele Ielasi knowing a thing or two about rebuilding engines and having extracted one or two liners in his time as an engine tuner!  Since 2022 Ielasi Tuned have by technical choice started using a ‘tight fit’ cylinder for their engines which has proven to be a very important step for reliability.  A side effect of this is unfortunately that not all customers find it easy to be able to carry out the classic maintenance on their engine as it was very difficult to be able to remove the cylinder from the crankcase.  This is precisely the reason they came up with the idea for creating this extractor.  It is made entirely of steel with a ‘spring steel collet which makes it reliable and long-lasting and is sold in its own dedicated carry case.  Available from the 15th of January, you can watch a presentation video here.

Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]


January 2, 2024

AGFRC Waterproof Alu Case Micro Digital Servo

Servo manufacturer AGFRC has released a new full aluminium waterproof standard metal 25T spline sub micro servo, the A19DLM.  After repeated testing and modifications, this tiny servo gets upgraded materials and workmanship to created a high end digital micro servo.  With robust metal structure and gear set, this servo can deliver 4KG.CM (55.6oz-in) super high torque and 0.088sec/60°speed at 8.4V even in this compact size.  Easy to install in limit space for lock dig shift usage in different scale model such as 1:18 , 1:10, 1:8 etc.  Programmable feature also allow for different users to find the suitable data for their applications.  The A19DLM servo is the perfect upgrade for your Traxxas TRX-4 or TRX-6 Crawler, Axial SCX10 III, Capra, or 1:18 TRX4M and Absima 1:10 or 1:8 EP Crawlers.

View Features & Specs here


December 30, 2023

Roche Rapide P12V wider Lower arm | Chassis weight set

Specialist 1:12 manufacturer Roche has released two new optional parts for its Rapide P12V in a new wider graphite front lower arm and Chassis weight set.  Increasing the width of the graphite front lower arm by 3mm, the new arm gives less aggressive steering making the car easier to drive.  The 6gram X 2 Chassis weight set allows for tuning chassis roll to suit different track conditions. Weight on each side provided more smooth steering response for a more stable and easy to drive car.

View Chassis Weight Set images here


December 29, 2023

Dankel joins Awesomatix️

Awesomatix has announced the addition of experienced German racer Eric Dankel to its Factory Team.  Previously teammate to Ronald Volker at Mugen Seiki, Dankel brings a wealth of experience to the manufacturer which he will now represent both regionally and at European level.  Commenting on the announcement, Dankel said, “First of all I want to thank everybody at Mugen Seiki for their support in the past years.  I decided to start a new challenge, and I am more than happy to join the Awesomatix Team for the upcoming season.  Thanks everyone for your support.”

Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.net]


December 27, 2023

Yokomo BD12 US spec Alu chassis | Body Mounts

New from Yokomo for the 2024 season is this aluminium main chassis for its BD12 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  It is a highly rigid US specification with little wall removal, making it ideal for high-grip carpeted surfaces.  The centre of gravity is lowered, which is also effective as a high-side countermeasure.  The Japanese manufacturer also has new horizontal body mounts compatible with rear body posts that protrude rearward, such as BD12, these mounting parts reliably receive downforce and increase rear traction.  Compatible with Twister/Twister Special bodies, the mounting parts are secured to the body using the wing fixing screws. Offset can be adjusted by using the fixing direction of the parts and the included spacers. The height of the body can also be fine-tuned by adjusting spacers on the body post side, such as BD12. This optional part is highly beneficial for race users as it can minimise problems caused by body damage due to crashes, etc.

View horizontal body mounts here


December 22, 2023

RUDDOG 2.4GHz 4-Channel Receiver

New from RUDDOG is their RR492 2.4GHz 4-channel FH5 receiver that has been specially developed for compatibility with selected latest generation Sanwa remote controls.  The RR492 is the ideal choice for anyone looking for an affordable but high quality alternative Receiver for their Sanwa remote control.  Compatible with the Sanwa M17, MT-5 and MT-R transmitters, it supports both FH5 and FH5U to seamlessly works with select Sanwa radio systems.  With a compact and lightweight design it is only 18.5 x 20.5 x 28.0 mm and weighs just 5 grams.

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December 22, 2023

SuperRad SR-30 SuperZGT 1:10 USGT body

SuperRad Competition Bodyshells has added a new SR-30 SuperZGT touring car body which is designed for the popular USGT class.  The latest design from the US body shell producer is approved for the USGT class in the US and fits 190mm 1:10 Touring Car chassis.   The ROAR legal body comes complete with rear wing and window masks.

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December 21, 2023

Awesomatix A800 Short Suspension Arms

Awesomatix has released new shorter suspension arms for its A800R 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  The new C204L-1/C204R-1 Suspension Arms are 1mm shorter compared to the C204 Suspension Arms.  Narrowing the track width of the car it is especially recommended for lower grip levels.  The arms have a “-1” engraved on the lower side for easy identification.  Available individually, Awesomatix is also offering a Suspension Arm set which contains 2 x C204L-1 and 2 x C204R-1 arms.  Also new from Awesomatix is their M2.5X7 CNC Machined Steel Arm Screws.  They are the perfect length for a clean look when screwing together C04/C204 and P04 and come as a set of eight screws.

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