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JConcepts RM2 120mm red aluminium camber gauge

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 02:43 PM PDT

JConcepts’ popular RM2 120mm aluminium camber gauge is now also available in red colour. The RM2 camber gauge is manufactured from billet aluminium material, machined to high specifications and anodised to a luster. The detailed instrument is available in red anodising and laser etched with graduated measurements from -10 to +10 degrees for a complete range of camber adjustments. The 1/8th camber gauge is 120mm in height and perfect for the larger tyred buggies, trucks, and other vehicles on the market. The unit arrives preassembled with 4mm hardware for the pivot and thumbscrew as the setting knob. The structure features chamfered silver edging, highlighting the design. The alignment arm on the gauge is heavily chamfered which creates the perfect touch point against the tire and wheel. Each gauge comes in a latch box with foam insert which fits snugly around the instrument with heavy cushion.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

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Arena 3mm teflon washers

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 01:11 PM PDT

Arena have introduced their new 3mm teflon washers for the use on the suspension arms of electric touring cars. Machined from high-quality material and being 1mm thick, the washers come in handy especially for wheelbase adjustments on the lower arms with the slick low-friction surface ensuring smooth suspension movement and thus improved suspension efficiency. The washer are usage with all touring cars that use 3mm diameter inner diameter suspension shafts and they come in sets of eight.

Source: Arena [facebook.com]

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LCG Racing T4’20 narrow 2mm carbon fibre top deck

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 09:50 AM PDT

Coming from LCG Racing and made for the popular Xray T4 2020 mid motor touring car is a new narrow 2mm carbon fibre upper deck. The top deck is of an updated, narrower design in the front while retaining the original width in the rear, resulting in optimised flex characteristics and smoother, more controllable car behaviour yet increased steering response. The fully symmetrical top deck is a direct fit and made of high-quality 2mm carbon fibre.

Source: LCG Racing [facebook.com]

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Arrma 1/8 Kration 4WD EXtreme Bash Roller monster truck

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 08:13 AM PDT

Coming soon from Arrma is their new 1/8th scale Kraton 4WD Extreme Bash Roller speed monster truck. The trucks builds on the proven 1/8th scale Kraton RTR and made of strong anodised 7075 T6 aluminium, its laser-etched chassis plate gains further rigidity from the use of front and rear aluminium chassis braces. Strong composite chassis side pods and a centre body support and brace provide more rugged resilience. Durable steel driveshafts plus all-metal diff outdrives and gearbox internals keep the heavy-duty 4-wheel drivetrain rolling over punishing tracks. An EXtreme Bash toughened suspension system smooths the ride, with a steel rear suspension mount and adjustable oil-filled shocks mounted on 7075 T6 anodised aluminium front and rear shock towers. Also included are EXB heavy-duty front and rear arms with aluminium strengthening cap, EXB heavy-duty steel turnbuckles, EXB heavy-duty front upper steel hinge pins, EXB plated limited-slip differentials, an EXB red-anodised aluminium servo mount, the EXB large volume waterproof receiver box, and an EXB front bumper. The trucks roll on aggressive dBoots Copperhead 2 tyres mounted on multi-spoke wheels with durable hubs to deliver all-terrain traction — assisted by a high downforce wing that adds an aggressive edge to the look of the exclusive EXB matte and gloss effect finished truck body.

Features:
– Designed Fast, Designed Tough
– EXB (EXtreme Bash) components for extreme durability
– 7075 T6 Aluminium laser-etched chassis plate
– Aluminium front and rear chassis braces
– Centre body support and brace for maximum durability
– Strong composite chassis side pods
– Aluminium front upper hanger, top plate, and rear suspension mount
– Heavy-duty front and rear arms with aluminium strengthening cap
– Heavy-duty steel turnbuckles
– Heavy-duty front upper steel hinge pins
– Heavy-duty drivetrain
– Durable steel driveshafts
– All-metal diff outdrives and gearbox internals
– Plated limited-slip differentials
– Safe-D input gears
– Oil-filled adjustable shocks
– 7075 T6 Anodised aluminium front and rear shock towers
– Red-anodised aluminium servo mount
– Large volume waterproof receiver box
– Black matte and gloss effect body
– Front bumper
– High downforce wing
– Multi-terrain dBoots Copperhead 2 tyres on multi-split spoke wheels
– Durable wheel hubs
– 2-year warranty

Source: Arrma [arrma-rc.com]

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MR33 chassis balancing tools

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 06:54 AM PDT

Coming from MR33 are new chassis balancing tools. Designed to fit any chassis with pre-drilled balancing holes in the front and rear, the tools help to achieve a perfect left-to-right chassis balance without the need for expensive scales. The dongles are machined from aluminium, they feature a black surface coating, laser-engraved MR33 logos and sturdy steel pins.

Source: Tonisport [tonisport.de]

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Yeah Racing Capra stainless steel diff skid plate

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 05:06 AM PDT

Yeah Racing have announced the release of their new differential skid plate for the Axial Capra trail truck. Made of high-quality and very durable stainless steel the skid plate will protect the axle housing from hard landings or hitting a rock whilst crashing. The protector plate is usable with the front or rear axles and it sports a machined YR logo for looks.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

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Capricorn Lab C04 aluminium chassis & chassis weights

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 04:24 AM PDT

Capricorn have introduced their newly designed 7075 aluminium chassis for the Lab C04 nitro on-road kit that now accepts add-on brass centre weights. The main plate can be loaded with up to three 20g brass weights that can also be shifted forth and back when using one or two weights. Both the chassis and weights are available separately.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

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RudeBits multi-functional pliers

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 02:31 AM PDT

RudeBits’ multi-functional pliers are the latest addition to the company’s Rude not to! brand. The pliers allow to hold or assemble shock shafts, shock top and bottom caps as well as measure screws, holes, and pins, assemble ball cups and many more. The tool is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes black anodised for looks and wear resistance and it features white laser-engraved markings.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.net]

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Arena IF14-2 2mm carbon fibre upper deck

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 02:02 AM PDT

Coming from Arena and made for the Infinity IF14-2 is a 2.0mm carbon fibre upper deck. The top deck is about ten percent stiffer than the standard part, improving car response in certain track conditions. The part is machined from high-quality carbon fibre and it is available now.

Source: Arena RC Racing [facebook.com]

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Daniel Lima wins at Trofeu Interpistas Onroad Rd2

Posted: 02 Jul 2020 01:47 AM PDT

The Radiomodelismo do Porto club held the second round of the Trofeu Interpistas Onroad Series last weekend. In 1/8th GT it was Adalberto Pinto with the overall TQ, however he was tie on points with Nuno Branco and Daniel Lima. The 30-minute main final then saw an entertaining fight for the win with Daniel and Nuno both being in the mix. Ultimately it was Daniel who would hold the upper hand by one about 1.1 seconds with Nuno Branco coming in 2nd overall. Nuno Pinto would round out the top 3 result some two laps down with TQ Adalberto being the best of the rest, another two laps behind.

Image: Trofeu Interpistas Onroad [facebook.com]

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