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Xtreme Aerodynamics 1/8th on-road body stiffeners

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 10:56 AM PDT

Xtreme Aerodynamics have introduced new carbon fibre stiffeners for their range of 1/8th scale on-road body shells. Moulded from high-quality carbon fibre material the stiffeners sit inside the body shell, ensuring greater stability and durability compared to polycarbonate stiffeners and thus improving overall aerodynamic performance. The stiffeners are understood to fit all of Xtreme Aerodynamic’s 1/8th on-road bodies and they will become available soon.

Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.it]

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LMR YZ-2 Apollo & YZ-4SF Delta body shells

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 06:57 AM PDT

Nemo Racing have released more LMR goodies in the form of the Apollo body shell for the Yokomo YZ-2 and the Delta body for the YZ-4SF buggy. Both provide an overall lower centre of gravity for increased steering while the Apollo is also offering additional cooling for the motor. Both bodies are moulded from high-quality polycarbonate material and they come clear.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

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Infinity IF14-2 low-friction belts

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 06:15 AM PDT

Coming from Creation Model and made for their Infinity IF14-2 touring car are new low-friction transmission belts. Available as 3x399mm front and 3x309mm rear variant the popular white belts greatly reduce the natural drivetrain drag in order to improve acceleration, top speed and run time. The belts are available separately and recommended for the use with stock motors only.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

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LMR A319 Stiffy engine mount

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 05:11 AM PDT

Nemo Racing have introduced the new Stiffy engine mount for the Agama A319 nitro buggy. Designed to improve reliability and consistency, the fit and forget product is understood to make for a more dependable gear mesh setting regardless the track conditions by reinforcing the engine and centre drivetrain chassis area. The engine mount is machined from high-quality aluminium and it comes black anodised for wear and looks.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

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Kyosho Fantom vintage 1/12th scale 4WD pan car

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 04:07 AM PDT

Kyosho Europe have released first images of the forthcoming new Fantom EP-4WD vintage 1/12th scale 4WD pan car kit. A first teaser image of the vintage re-release kit already created some stir last week with first images of the real deal making clear that Kyosho is going to bring back one of its most iconic electric on-road cars. The Fantom 4WD will feature simple suspension components, a chain-driven 4WD drivetrain with a gear rear differential, and it is based on a double deck chassis that sandwiches the electronic components such as the steering servo, the electronic speed controller and the battery pack. We bring you more details on the kit as they surface.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoeurope.com]

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Arrowmax V2 Ultra pinion holder

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 03:46 AM PDT

Arrowmax have released their newest addition for the black-golden line-up in the form of a V2 Ultra pinion holder. Using high-quality aluminium with detailed CNC machining, the cylindrical design pinion holders are ultra lightweight and can hold up to 28 48 pitch or 64 pitch pinions. The accessory comes in Arrowmax’s signature honeycomb design with white Arrowmax logos.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

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Agama A319E 1/8th scale E-buggy kit – Coming soon

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 03:04 AM PDT

Following a first teaser image back in February, UK Agama distributors Nemo Racing have released more images of their forthcoming new A319E 1/8th scale E-buggy kit. The vehicle will build on the popular A319 nitro buggy, utilising its suspension and most drivetrain components while the clamping motor mount and all other electric-specific parts have been purpose-designed for the electric-powered variant. Official details about the features and specifications have yet to surface but for now here are some nice images of the production kit.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

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T-Works dual use 5.5mm/7mm socket driver

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 01:23 AM PDT

Coming from T-Works is their new dual use 5.5mm/7mm socket driver. Of a clever design the tool allows to access a 5.5mm or 7mm nut driver by simply twisting and sliding the tool tip body up and down, with he “up” position offering a 7mm nut driver while pushing down the cap down reveals the smaller 5.5mm nut driver. The wrench utilises T-Works’ standard aluminium tool handle with the tool tip being made of hard anodised aluminium.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

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Yokomo BD10 RTC system & more optionals

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 01:12 AM PDT

Yokomo have announced the release of new optional parts for the BD10 touring car in the form of the RTC rear toe control system as well as several weight options. Starting with the RTC system, the kit allows to convert the rear suspension into a reactive toe change design that will improve stability or agility by changing the rear tyre toe using chassis roll in corners. By adjusting the height of the inner toe link different settings can be accessed in order to improve rear stability or agility with the system being a hot ticket when running outdoors. The kit includes updated rear arms, weight-optimised steering knuckles and C-hubs as well as lightweight mounting hardware.

Also new is a 34g brass mid-motor mount that was designed to replace the standard aluminium part. The motor and layshaft mount allows to up the car’s overall weight if needed, all without changing the chassis’ weight balance. The mount comes black coated and with machined gold-colour edge details. Next up is a short LiPo battery mount set that includes 40g weight plates, a 20g inner battery stopper as well as carbon fibre battery hooks and hold down. The set allows to use standard and LCG height LiPo shorty packs while maintaining the correct left/right chassis balance. Thumb nuts ensure swift and easy battery swaps. Last but not least comes a carbon fibre battery mounting set for the new line of slim standard LiPo battery packs. Shorter battery hooks ensure neat battery mounting while brass battery posts keep the weight balance in check when using lightweight battery packs. It is understood that the design of the hooks also allows to use standard width battery packs if needed.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

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Tamiya TC-01 Formula E Gen2 4WD kit

Posted: 27 Apr 2020 12:17 AM PDT

Following a couple of teasers on social media during the recent week, Tamiya have fully unveiled their all new 190mm TC-01 shaft-driven 4WD on-road chassis that comes decked off with a fantastic looking Formula E Gen2 body shell. Starting with the chassis, the all-new TC-01 platform utilises an inboard shock absorber design to ensure an ultra-low centre of gravity while the centralised weight distribution with a mid motor and rear-mounted battery pack promises exceptional performance on the track. The suspension geometry with camber, caster, and toe angles is widely adjustable using shims, allowing to access complex setups while the standard 12mm hex touring car rims enable the driver to use a near endless range of rim and tyre combinations. The drivetrain is equipped with an oil-filled gear differential and while the kit comes with a multi-part Formula E Gen2 body shell, the chassis is also usable with standard 190mm touring car body shells. The kit will hit stores in August.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

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