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Just announced by the good folks at Team Associated is a new Factory Team Tire Adhesive. The crew at AE take their tire gluing extremely seriously and their new medium-thin viscosity tire glue is perfect for the racer, or for bashers. Here are the highlights- * Improved formulation * New glue is slightly thicker * Allows for more control during application * New packaging * [...]
New from Koswork RC is a very trick 3 Tier Pit/Display Stand. If you’ve been looking for a way to tidy up your workbench or pit spot, this 3 tier stand from Koswork is a great way to get started! Here are the details- * Designed for 1/10th and 1/8th scaled cars * Foldable design to save space * Includes handy carrying bag [...]
Recently announced by JConcepts is a Fluid Holding Station. The JC Fluid Holding Station is set-up to hold things like tire glue, grease, and oil. Here are the highlights- * Capable of storing up to 8 different types of pit essentials * Bleacher style design * Available in 3 colors – brilliant blue, stealth black, or cool gray * All original JConcepts design and [...]
New from Exotek are some very trick Grip-Lock Wrench Handles for MIP Speed Tips. These high-end handles are the perfect mate for MIP’s legendary Speed Tips. Check out these highlights- * Machined billet 7075 Grip-Lock handles * Tactical style machined handles * 1/4″ mounting base to attach MIP Speed Tips (gen1 and gen2) * Also works with any brand of 1/4″ bits * M4 set [...]
New from the good folks at MIP is an 8mm Nut Driver Speed Tip Wrench. Compact and easy to pack along with you, the 8mm Nut Driver can be a great addition to your toolbox. Check out these highlights- * Compact size and lightweight design * Easy to use with your cordless drill * Hardened steel construction ensures durability * Easy to see laser-etched [...]
New over at HRP Distributing is the Bold RC Adventure Trail Backpack. This lightweight, versatile backpack is perfect for those long trail drives out in the woods. Check out these highlights- * Durable shell material that stands up to various conditions * Reinforced stitching with strategically placed pockets * Multiple padded and adjustable straps * Multiple external pockets * Spacious internal main compartment with full [...]
Over at MIP they are raising the bar with their new Gen 2 Series Tools. The new Gen 2 series comes with lazer etched sizing to make it easy to find the proper size while wrenching. Also new on the nut drivers is a tough, black oxide coating on the tips to increase durability. With new simplified identification, and larger [...]
Available right now from JConcepts is RM2 Ghost, Friction And Noise Reducing Gear Grease. The new RM2 Gear Grease is perfect for use on plastic transmission gears, either when new, or when doing a rebuild. Here are the highlights- * High quality grease * Thick consistency * Enough for several builds or re-builds * Clean and simple container for application and storage The JConcepts RM2 [...]
Now shipping from Team Associated is a Diff Decoder 1:8 Wheel Hex Adapter. The adapter makes it easy to use the AE Diff Decoder on your 8th scale buggy or truggy. The Diff Decoder adapter fits 17mm wheel hexes and makes it quick and easy to check and compare differential hardness. The Team Associated Diff Decoder 1:8 Wheel Hex Adapter has [...]
Over at HPI Racing they have just announced a new Hauler Bag. If you are serious about rc, you’ll most likely take a lot of tools and accessories along while bashing. The new HPI Hauler Bag has tons of space for tools, charging equipment, tires, and spare parts. Check out these highlights- * Retractable aluminum handle * Size – 60 x 37 [...]
New over at Batrazzi RC is a Car Stand Repair Workstation. The new workstation from Batrazzi is designed to work with 1/10th to 1/8th scaled vehicles and can make wrenching a whole lot easier. Check out these highlights- * Fits 1/10 and 1/8 vehicles * Five different height adjustments * 130 x 160mm base * Non-slip top * 360-degrees of rotation * Easy to assemble The [...]
New over at T-Work’s is a Hand-held Tire Balancer Tool. This hand-held tire balancer has a compact design to make it easy to transport to the track or bash spot. Included is a wheel adapter that comes with both a standard 12mm wheel hex for 10th scaled vehicles, as well as a 17mm wheel hex for 8th scalers. The T-Work’s [...]
For all you hardcore 1/8 buggy racers out there, Matrix Tires has announced Grub Screw Tire Balance Weights. While Matrix has been using grub screws on their on-road wheels for some time, this is their first set for the 1/8 buggy off-road market. The grub screw weights make it super easy to balance your tires, plus they are less likely [...]
Over at MIP, Eustace and his crew have just dropped a very trick Limited Edition Black Handle Set with Tool Bag. MIP is doing another limited edition run of black handled products and this set includes them all, plus a special tool bag. MIP Limited Edition Black Handle Set Includes #5210 – MIP 15-Inch, 40 Pocket Tool Bag Hex Drivers #9000B – MIP .050-in [...]
New from MIP is a limited edition 8.0mm “Slim Fit” Nut Driver. This beefy nut driver has a modified outer diameter to fit all Vanquish SLW wheel hubs and is shipping right now. Here are more highlights- * Steel construction optimized for durability and long wear * Nickel plated for protection against oxidation or corrosion * Heat treated to last a lifetime (70+ [...]
