T-Works has released aluminium and brass front bulkhead options for the Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. Available in 0 degree and +/- 2.5 degree variants, the machined aluminium bulkheads are the same as the original while the brass versions weigh a heavier 26grams and 27grams respectively for the 0 degree and +/- 2.5 degree options. This allows you to fine tune the front end weight balance of the buggy depending the track conditions.
New from 175RC is this Carbon Fibre battery hold down system for Team Associated’s RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. This system features carbon straps that replace the stock plastic holders, and uses quick release urethane straps to keep your battery in place during hard cornering and landings. These straps provide a nice cushion for your battery to ride against, instead of hard plastic tabs wearing on the case, and causing your battery unnecessary stress. This system also comes with upgraded Ti-Look screws for that Factory Team look.
Having previously released them for 1:8 Buggy, VP Pro has now released their Inner Sidewall Support Adapters for 1:10 Buggy tyres. Sold as a pack of 12-pieces, by adding the inner sidewall support adaptor which is glued into place, the sidewall becomes much stiffer helping to alleviate the issue of soft rubber flex too much in high grip conditions.
Last weekend Red RC made our third trip to Manila for the world class offroad event that is the Philippine Masters. Famed as being Asia’s biggest annual 1:8 Offroad race, the Circulo Verde track is renowned for its difficulty and 3D style build with this year’s 12 edition of the race using a new method to seal the surface. This resulted in minimal tyre wear even over the 1-hour Main final in which Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro recovered from an early flame out to take his fourth win in the capital city. The first time Sparko was officially represented at the race, a great driver by Ryan Pavidis netted the American runner-up spot. Great to see the legendary Atsushi Hara back racing at the the front end. It was great to once again do a chassis focus with him, Sworkz hooking him up for the event, and it great to see the former World Champion enjoying his racing so much once again. Attracting 205 entries from 16-nations, we got the chance to photograph buggies from 9 drivers representing 7 different manufacturers as well as the TQ & winning Sworks truggy of Bulgaria visitor Plamen Petrov we will have compiled into our latest Chassis Focus Index.
Hobbywing has released a new waterproof version of its very popular XeRun XR10 Pro ESC called the XR10 Pro WC. Distinguished by its colour, its waterproof and dust-proof design exceeds IP67 industrial standards. Suitable for Modified and Stock competition in 1:10 onroad and 1:10 offroad it features built-in reverse polarity protection circuit, newly added smart fan start & stop function, and the maximum brake force adjustment has been expanded with it supporting 101%-150% active braking.
Team Associated is now offering its 1:14 scale Reflex 14B Kit 4WD electric buggy in kit form. Designed with performance in mind, the buggy is fully adjustable through the turnbuckles, springs, fluids, shock tower hole placement, gearing, and the included Factory Team parts making the Reflex 14B Kit perfect for any terrain you can throw at it. Additional features include three sealed differentials, aluminium steering rack, and lightweight aluminium center driveshaft. These innovations have increased the potential for grip and corner speed, which leads to faster lap times and an overall thrilling-to-drive feel.
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JConcepts has released titanium turnbuckle sets for Schumacher’s LD3 2WD Buggy and Cat L1R 4WD Buggy. The 3.5mm Fin turnbuckle sets are designed specifically for style, durability, and performance. The base of the design is centred around a .143” (3.7mm) titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3.5mm thread base design which accepts the Schumacher ball-cup after modification. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the “finned” cuts that rotate about the centre. The Fin turnbuckles are lightweight, and the original design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought-after exotic materials in the world. The JConcepts turnbuckles are produced with left- and right-hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation. With two colour choices offered, the burnt blue turnbuckles have intentional sporadic coloring ranging all around the blue spectrum. In order for these turnbuckles to be used properly on the Schumacher ball-cups, its necessary to carefully drill out the plastic parts using a 3.2mm drill bit (not included).
View the Cat L1R set in stealth black here
It might not be to everyone’s taste, but following the success of the colour in it’s 1:8 range, VP Pro has added the ‘Hot Pink’ colour option to its range of 1:10 Buggy wheels. The rims come in standard 2.5mm offset with three front options, Carpet tire, 2WD Front & 4WD Front, to match with the single rear wheel offering. For TLR buggy owners they are preparing to release a TLR offset version soon.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
