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June 5, 2017

VBC Racing introduce new Wildfire D09 option parts

VBC Racing have introduced a range of new option parts for the Wildfire D09 electric touring car kit. First up is the Dynamics upper deck that provides refined flex areas and increased hardness compared to the standard part. Also new is the Dynamics rear shock tower that utilises redesigned shock mounting locations for an overall lower centre of gravity and thus quicker vehicle response. Next up are hardened 7075-T6 aluminium front spool outdrives. The lightweight parts are Type III hard anodised for wear, they are suitable for both stock and modified racing and fit all Wildfire front spools. Last but not least are new aluminium spring retainers for VBC’s TBB and TBBS shock systems. Machined from aluminium and offering a lightweight design and gun metal anodised surface, the spring cups are also usable on the standard shock absorbers and they make for precisely fitted shock springs. All parts are available separately to bring older VBC Wildfire D09’s to the latest Dynamics Edition specification.

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June 5, 2017

Protoform MS7 190mm touring car body shell – Teaser

This past weekend round 4 of the California Touring Series was held and it was Yokomo’s Ronald Völker who took the overall win using Protoform’s forthcoming all-new MS7 body shell. The code is understood to stand for MazdaSpeed7 meaning the new lid will replace or complement the iconic MazdaSpeed6, one of Protoform’s most successful 190mm touring car body shells. The MS7 is in development for some time now and we bring you more information as soon as they surface.

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June 4, 2017

LRP X22 electric brushless motor

Following a first introduction LRP have now officially announced the new X22 540-class electric brushless motor. Based off of the long-running and very successful X20 platform the new motor will offer improved performance and efficiency thanks to its redesigned 7075-T6 aluminium motor can with additional cooling openings and a new Dark Shine Black anodising. With overall lower operation temperature the motor will run more powerful for longer which is further helped by the smaller 4x10x4mm ABEC-5 ball races, a precision-balanced sintered rotor as well as the new 14.5 degrees to 34.5 degrees timing range. Part of the package is also a water-proof PreciSensor system for precise power control with every sensored speed controller. The motor meet IFMAR, EFRA, ROAR, FEMCA, JMRCA, BRCA and DMC specifications and it is available in a full range of modified windings from 3.0T to 10.0T, as standard .5 and even .0 windings.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

June 2, 2017

Project Godspeed PG-10 Pro10 front suspension kit

Project Godspeed from Germany have introduced their new PG-10 front suspension kit for the VIP Performance VTE and Vorlon Pro10 pan cars. The complex yet lightweight front end allows for the adjustment of parameters such as roll centre, caster and reactive caster and by doing away with the standard aluminium bulkheads it is very light of weight. With the addition of optional tube dampers even finer adjustments are accessible. The set is designed to work with 3.15mm king pin front axles such as the likes of Team Associated, Roche and Xenon. Parts needed for completion include pivot balls, kingpins, steering knuckles, wheel axles, ball cups and turnbuckles.

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June 2, 2017

VBC Racing Wildfire D09 Dynamics Edition kit

Available now from VBC Racing is the Wildfire D09 Dynamics Edition 1/10th electric touring car kit. As usual with VBC’s Dynamic Editions, the car includes a range of option parts with the D09 DE making no exception as the kit boasts with both a carbon fibre and aluminium main chassis, a new Dynamics upper deck makes for improved roll characteristics and durability, the vertical upper deck set is also included as is a new rear shock tower for a lowered centre of gravity. Also included are universal lightweight spring retainers, LCG 12.5g and 18.5g centre weights, the anti-tweak battery mounts, the chassis mounted steering post set as well as the 8.6g front suspension mount. Other features include -0.5mm offset wheel hex adapters and the kit is rounded out by a full set of Composite X high carbon red dot suspension parts.

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June 2, 2017

T-Works short 5.5mm nut driver

T-Works have introduced a short 5.5mm nut driver. The tool is machined from aluminium, it comes black anodised for wear and looks and it is especially useful on 1/10th 2WD buggies where reaching the front suspension’s shock mount nuts can be a tough task. Due to the large diameter even strongly tightened nuts can be undone easily.

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June 2, 2017

Fantom Racing 5500mAh HV Pro Racing LiHV shorty pack

Available now from Fantom Racing is the 7.6V 5000mAh HV Pro Racing LiHV shorty battery pack. Built from high performance 100C/160C high-voltage Lithium-Polymer cells the battery is ideal for outlaw racing classes or unsanctioned racing. The pack can be charged to up to 8.7V, it measures 95x46x25mm and weighs in at 214g. Its hardcase is equipped with 5mm bullet-type power connectors and a 2mm balancer port.

Source: Fantom Racing [fantomracing.com]

June 2, 2017

Tamiya Tyrell P34 1976 Japan GP Special Edition kit

Tamiya have announced the soon release of the Tyrell P34 1976 Japan GP Special Edition 1/10th pan car kit. The iconic 6-wheeler will be based off of the former re-release kit and it sports some new features such as a high-torque brushed motor, TRF centre shock and foam tyres all round. The kit is rounded off by a replica polycarbonate body shell with front and rear wings, V8 engine replica and many more. The kit will hit stores about end of May.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]