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Designed for the spec racing class down at your local track, TLR has officially announced the 22 4.0 SR Spec Buggy. The SR comes as a kit and is fully optimized for 17.5 spec buggy racing. Here are some of its highlights- * Lightweight design * 3 gear laydown transmission * Lightweight drivetrain * Stiffezel suspension components * Two different mounting positions for rear shocks * [...]
Low and muscular are the words used to describe the latest body from JConcepts, a S2 series body for the TLR 8IGHT-E 4.0 buggy. The S2 is a race body with a cab forward design and a low profile stance. It uses a large rear fin for stability and a wicker section to improve rear grip. * Comes with window masks [...]
New from Pro-Line are Elite Series Race Bodies for the TLR 22 4.0 and the Yokomo YZ-2. Both bodies will be available in a regular or a lightweight version with all four priced at $28. The Elite bodies were designed for improved handling while giving your buggy a sharp new look. Both are a cab forward design that use sweeping [...]
Did you know that Horizon Hobby has an Outlet section on their website? If not, now you do. The outlet section is where you can find some smoking hot deals on various Horizon Hobby products. Starting on July 1st, the Horizon Hobby Outlet will have cars like the TLR 22 3.0 MM Kit for just $229 as well as offering $300 [...]
Just announced by the crew over at X Factory are new Infinity Shock Towers for the TLR 8IGHT 4.0 buggy. X Factory designed the towers to be the exact stock geometry, but they save weight and are more rigid than the stock aluminum units. At a beefy 5mm in thickness, the Infinity towers are ready to withstand the rigors of [...]
New from the MIP crew is the 13.5 Aluminum Race Shaft Set for the TLR 22-4 2.0 buggy. The set comes with a pair of lay shafts that are 60% lighter than the stock units they replace. The reduction in weight helps to give your buggy more bottom end acceleration. High quality 7075-T6 aluminum is used to make the shafts [...]
Bump up the performance of your TLR with their new 8IGHT 4.0 Tuning Kit. The tuning kit comes with a slew of performance upgrades to bring your buggy up to current racing specs. Some of the parts included in the kit include- * New wing and high down-force body * Ultralite aluminum chassis * Heavy duty brakes * Front & rear universal drive shafts * [...]
Recently announced by the folks at JConcepts is a Front Scoop for the TLR 8IGHT & 8IGHT-E 4.0 buggies. The small front scoop is said to enhance steering in fast sections while also being noticeable over jumps. The scoop is made from clear polycarbonate and is a direct fit on both buggies. Pricing for the scoop is just $10 and [...]
Just announced by TLR is the Version 4.0 of their 22 race buggy kit. The 22 4.0 is more versatile than ever by adding the ability to choose between stand-up and laydown transmission configurations. Here are some of its other highlights- * Stand-up and laydown transmission configurations are included * Rear shocks can be run in front or behind the shock tower * [...]
New from TLR is a Magnetic Wheel Wrench. This high-end tool comes with a magnet inside and is made to fit the 17mm wheel nuts that come on most 1/8th scale buggies and truggies. The new wheel wrench is expected to start shipping in late April with a street price of $33 and a part number of #TLR70003. You can hit [...]
The crew over at Horizon Hobby have announced a new rc race series called the TLR Cup. The TLR Cup consists of four races scattered across the country to help promote the sport of rc racing. In addition, the cup events aren’t just races, but will also include such things as seminars and question & answers sessions. We look forward [...]
Do you have a stadium truck itch that you just can’t scratch? If so, take a look at the new TLR 22T 3.0. The newest 22T comes with many of the upgrades that the latest 22 buggy received and is ready to take on a track near you. Here are some of its highlights- * Revised motor location for improved rear [...]
Just announced by TLR is a Complete 2wd Gear Diff With Aluminum Gears. The diff set fits all the 2wd 22 series vehicles, buggies and trucks. The gears are made from 7075-T6 aluminum and its lightweight design can help give your TLR increased acceleration. The low maintenance gear diff is fully compatible with 3 gear, 4 gear, and laydown transmission [...]
Attention all you TLR 5IVE-B owners, TLR has announced a new Dual Steering Servo Tray. The servo tray is made from aluminum and comes with mounting hardware, thus making it easy to mount up a new pair of servos in your buggy. Its aluminum design makes it strong and it is priced at $89. The part number for the tray [...]
New for TLR 8IGHT 4.0 buggy owners is the S2 Body from JConcepts. The S2 was designed for the worlds in Vegas this year and features various aero enhancements to help improve handling. * Designed for balanced handling characteristics * Low profile cab and side pods * Functional “force bars” to help channel air and to make body more rigid * Clear polycarbonate with [...]
