Summer has come to an end, but the JConcepts engineering team continues to sizzle with many new exciting products released over the last few months. A lot of fresh gear has debuted and you can review it all in this Summer Edition of the JConcepts Product Rewind…
The first product released for the summer was the latest offering from the RM2 product line. The RM2 Aluminum 1/8 Camber Gauge is crafted from billet aluminum material and has been anodized in a brilliant red color.
Laser etched into the gauge are camber increments that span from -10 to +10 degrees, and it also features chamfered silver edges which enhance its appearance even more. The gauge is 120mm tall so it is the perfect pit tool for racers who compete with larger tires commonly found on today’s 1/8 buggies and trucks.
A storage box with custom cut gray foam is also included to store it when it is not in use.
Regulator Stage 2 Chassis Conversion Kit For The Tamiya Clod Buster
For many years now JConcepts has been a big supporter of scale and even full size monster truck racing. That deep rooted passion for monster trucks has now come full circle with the new Regulator Chassis Conversion Kit. With this kit a driver can take their Tamiya Clod Buster and convert it over to a modern day competitive Stage 2 monster truck.
This kit allows you to place the battery and electronics deeper into the chassis to lower the overall CG. A brass weight is also included for race programs that require a vehicle to meet a minimum weight limit too. The light-weight aluminum shock and body post mounts were designed to be compatible with many of today’s shocks out on the market.
A fiberglass battery strap will secure a shorty style battery in place, and a decal sheet is included to finish off the final look of your rig. It is also recommended to use a servo on axle conversion kit which leads us to the next offering from the JC Speed Shop crew.
Regulator Servo Mount Kit (B.A.S.)
The Regulator Servo Mount Kit (Behind Axle Steering) is the perfect edition to the Regulator Stage 2 Chassis Conversion Kit. This will place the servo behind the axle in an upright position which will help to protect it and its components in crashes and collisions out on the track. A rear steering lock-out crafted from high-quality fiberglass is also included to align the rear-end of the truck and eliminate rear steering for tracks and courses not requiring a super tight turning radius. The rear end will be locked in for more consistent racing and driving with front steering only provides a driver more control in a straight line. This is all accomplished with the included precision machined aluminum, quality fiberglass, steel hardware, and bearings plus genuine Team Associated ball-cups and ball-studs.
Speaking of Team Associated, this leads us to the next release. If you opt to use Team Associated 12mm shocks with your Regulator chassis conversion then it is highly recommended to use our new Delrin Pivot Bushings. These are available in black and have elongated bushings that have both a smooth and tough finish to them and each package includes 8 bushings in total.
Black 3.5mm Fin Turnbuckle Kit For The TLR 22 5.0
Switching back to electric off-road, TLR drivers will be happy to see that the popular JConcepts Fin Turnbuckle set is now available for the TLR 22 5.0! The center of the buckle is 4mm which each side tapering down to 3.5mm where it threads into the ball cups.
The center section features the distinctive “finned” cut design and there is small incision that indicates the left hand side for installation purposes. And to top it off these turnbuckles have been anodized in a stealthy black color too!
Black 3.5mm Fin Turnbuckle Kit For The TLR 22X-4
The TLR 22x-4 is one of the hottest 4wd platforms out on the market today so owners will be happy to hear that the Black 3.5mm Fin Turnbuckle Kit is now available for their new builds! These turnbuckles use a standardized 3.5mm thread base with a beefy center section that measures at 4mm.
The center section also incorporates the unique “finned” look that gives it that awesome, aesthetic look. A left hand indicator has been applied to the lightweight, titanium buckles to help with orientation when installing them, and driver will love the stealthy black look to these buckles!
Next the JC engineering team released a 23 and 25T aluminum servo horn for the Team Associated B6, T6, and SC6 generation vehicles. Both are crafted from precision machined aluminum and are both lightweight and durable at the same time.
Small ribs were added to the sides to strengthen it and a deep pocket hides the 3mm standard mounting screw.
Each horn is anodized in black and uses chamfer highlight edging to help increase the aesthetics of these horns. A laser etched JC official logo rests on the front side too.
The next item released was the JConcepts Speed Shop T-Shirt. Since 2003 JConcepts has always been hard at work to bring more speed to any track surface by releasing some of the fastest RC products on the market. Backed by a performance-oriented core of global racers and a dedicated engineering staff, the Speed Shop was unleashed and now you can pick up this official t-shirt to help celebrate the go-fast culture it has created!
Scale Truck And Street Eliminator Backpack
This large backpack is the perfect edition for drivers who need a “hands free” device to store and carry their vehicle to and from the track.
This pack features a large compartment in the center that can hold many of today’s 1/10 Scale trucks and buggies, Short Course Trucks, and Street Eliminators. It can also easily store a 1/10 buggy or stadium truck and even a larger vehicle like a 1/8 buggy. The front of it features and official JConcepts Finish Line logo plus a small and medium size storage pocket.
On each side there are two larger pockets that can store sets of tires, tools, or anything else you can imagine.
The backside has a small identification tag pocket and also three padded areas for extra comfort when using this backpack out in the field. Inside the bottom of the bag is a hard composite surface to help support its own weight and on the top is a convenient carrying handle.
Next JConcepts released the Finish Line Charger Bag. This bag has an overall dimension of 16″ x 11″ x 4.5″ and includes four removable inner dividers. These dividers are held in place by hook-and-loop fastener tape so you can adjust them to fit your needs.
So you can store your charger, power supply, or anything else you need to have secured in one convenient location. It also has a large mesh pocket on the top side of the bag along with a JConcepts Finish Line logo.
On the underside of the lid there are two more storage pockets to give you even more storage configurations.
Ellipse SCT Tires Now Available In The Green Compound
The popular Ellipse tread pattern is now available in the Super Soft Green compound for Short Course Trucks. This tire uses a special “web” style tread pattern that excels on smooth, high-grip track conditions in both off-road and dirt oval racing.
The Ellipse name actually comes from the center bar built in the middle of the tread design, and the center section uses a diamond “home plate” footprint to increase forward bite. Each set comes with gray Dirt-Tech closed cell foam and these tires are direction mounted so please see our online guide for proper installation and tuning options.
Landmines 4.19″ O.D. Scale Country Tires
For all you scaling fans out there the JConcepts team released a few new items for the Class 1 vehicles. The 4.19″ O.D. Landmines are a smaller version of our 1.9″ Landmines that we released previously. But they still offer the same great features as the larger counterpart. The tread design features a center split-block that is sliced, stepped and recessed for maximum traction over many surfaces.
There are also alternating cavity and solid pads which aid a driver when they move from pavement or a smooth dirt surface to one that consists of mud, dirt and rocks. Towards the outside of the carcass there are horizontal grippy pads with channels and edges to provide more forward climbing traction. The 4.19″ overall height offers you tons of ground clearance for obstacles you come across on the trail too. Currently these are available in the Green compound, sold in pairs of two and include medium, spiked open cell inserts
Bounty Hunters 3.93″ O.D. Scale Country Tires
Also available for Class 1 rides are the new Bounty Hunters 3.93″ O.D. Scale Country Tires. This fresh tread pattern features a dual angular and mirrored center lug combination along with a tight group tread that is comprised of squiggle cuts and carved out sections. Combined together this allows the Bounty Hunters to conform to hard surfaces better and offers less rolling resistance.
Sculptured side-lugs, incised grooves, radial sidewall ribs and vertical hatching all work together to give this tire a realistic look while still performing at a high level. Ample ground clearance is achieved thanks to the 3.93 overall height, these are currently available in our Super Soft Green compound and are sold in sets of 2 which also includes medium, spiked open cell inserts.
Updated Small Zipper Storage Bag
Our popular Small Zipper Storage Bag has been updated with the woven material pattern and Finish Line logo that is currently used on our transmitter bags, backpack, and charger bag. This “money bag” offers you a quick and simple way to store your RC gear when packing up for the track or traveling to your next race.
A black zipper is seated along one of the longer sides that gives you access to the inside of the bag. Creatively is key with this bag since it offers you a variety of storage solutions. For more details please view this previous edition of the JConcepts Garage.
Breathable Chassis Covers For The Traxxas X-Maxx, Rustler 4×4, Rustler 2wd & Stampede 2wd
For all you Traxxas owners JConcepts has you covered when bashing your vehicle outside! It is inevitable that dirt, rocks, grass, and other debris will make their way onto the chassis when you are “sending it” outside this Summer.
These material can add extra weight to your vehicle plus dirty up your expensive electronics and possibly clog up your 4×4 drive train. So you drivers need a way to protect this are but also allow air flow to help cool off their motor, etc. That is why JConcepts developed the Mesh Breathable Chassis covers.
Simply install it with the included hook and loop tape (Velcro) and when you need to pull out your battery, etc. simply pull back on the zipper on each side to flip the mesh cover up. For more details on these covers please see this previous edition of the JConcepts Garage.
2807 – Stampede Mesh Breathable Chassis Cover
2808 – Rustler 2wd Mesh Breathable Chassis Cover
2809 – Rustler 4×4 – Mesh Breathable Chassis Cover
2810 – X-Maxx Mesh Breathable Chassis Cover
18mm 23 & 25T Aluminum Servo Horns
Next, JConcepts released 18mm long 23 & 25T Aluminum Servo Horns for today’s vehicles. The previous horns were designed for the Team Associated B6, T6, and SC6 generation vehicles. These 18mm horns will work on a variety of vehicles from TLR, Yokomo, and more. But just like the other horns they are crafted from precision machined aluminum and are both lightweight and durable at the same time.
Small ribs were added to the sides to strengthen it and when attached to the servo the deep pocket will once again hide the standard 3mm mounting screw. Once mounted you can use the included set screw to clamp it onto the servo’s spline for even more reliability.
Each horn is anodized in black and uses chamfer highlight edging to help increase the aesthetics of these horns. A laser etched JC official logo rests on the front side too.
L8D “Decked” Late Model Clear Body Now Available In Lightweight Material
Our popular L8D “Decked” Late Model body is now available in a lightweight option. It still comes in two pieces with the mock driver cockpit as a separate piece. This 10.25″ wide body is compatible with many Late Model chassis that you see at the track today. A mock air cleaner rest squarely in the front on the hood while in the rear a pre-trimmed spoiler is included that incorporates three different angle positions for fine tuning at the track.
These spoilers are also available separately and each body also includes window masks, a decal sheet, and installation instructions.
2019 Cadillac ATS-V Street Eliminator Body
Next JConcepts released the “Cadillac” of street eliminator bodies with the new 2019 Cadillac ATS-V shell. This body features a V-forged front end with a detailed headlight area and front hood-scoop. The slightly railed roof helps to channel air over the rear of the body.
The rear trunk area has a recessed center section with the taillights on the outside edges to complete the Cadillac look. Use the recessed area to mount the included rear trunk deck spoiler and a decal sheet and window masks are also included.
Silent Speed 17T Adjustable Timing Competition Motor
JConcepts now offers a 17T brushed motor for monster truck racers and trail drivers alike. This motor uses dual ball-bearings, has adjustable timing and a removable end-bell for needed maintenance.
It comes packaged in a retro looking plastic cylinder that harkens back to the golden age of brushed motors. An instructional sheet is included to let a driver know about regular maintenance and how to update and service the motor. This motor is the perfect edition for many of today’s scale and monster truck vehicles that require a single 540 sized motor.
When it comes time to work on your Silent Speed 17T motor we have you covered with a few replacement parts. First up is out Silent Speed Standard Brushes. These standard, long wear brushes are sold in sets of two and have built in eyelets so you can quickly replace them without having to grab your soldering iron.
And when you replace your brushes if you happen to lose a spring then we have you covered with the next replacement part, the Silent Speed Standard Springs. These are medium rated springs and colored silver so you can quickly identify them. They are sold in sets of two and sync up perfectly with the Silent Speed 17T Adjustable Timing Competition Motor.
1984 Ford F-250 Clear Monster Truck Body (10.75″ Wheelbase)
Next up was the release of this monster truck body which was a throwback to the early days of monster truck racing. The 1984 Ford F-250 body is highly recognizable with its square look, flatter panels, and sharper lines and now it is available in a 10.75″ wheelbase version that is perfect for Tamiya Clod Busters and similar vehicles.
The width of this body is 6.5″ and it features a 1:1 headlight and grill treatment along with period correct decal sheet.
Tire Break-In Drill Adaptor Kit
Breaking in your tires is critical for 1/10 off-road racing and JConcepts now offers a tool designed to make this chore even easier. The JConcepts Tire Break-In Drill Adaptor Kit works with many common drills of today and includes both a 12 and 17mm hex adapter.
This will allow you to use it with tires for 1/10 buggies, stadium trucks, short course trucks and even large 1/8 tires too.
Simply slide on the double-sided adapter to the hex size of your choice and then secure it into place with the large flywheel nut.
B6.2, T6.1, SC6.1 Steel Front Bulkhead
When competing on high traction carpet and turf tracks many drivers opt to use a brass bulkhead for their setup. But the brass materials tend to be a little soft and with today’s brushless and LiPo powered vehicles a brass item can lose its shape very quickly after taking abuse out on the track. So JConcepts has come up with a solution with the release of this 28g all-steel front bulkhead. Just like the OEM plastic part, this bulkhead offers a driver 25 or 30 degrees of kick-up and uses the standard 4 countersink screw pockets. Each bulkhead also includes 3mm setscrews so you can lock your hinge pins into place. This bulkhead will work with the Team Associated B6.x generation of 2wd buggies plus the T6.1 and SC6.1 trucks.
RC10 & RC10T Option Parts Back In Stock
After much demand we have released another round of our popular carbon fiber and aluminum option parts for the Team Associated RC10 and RC10T! Back in 2013 we first released these items around the same time that Team Associated was offering their RC10 Classic and RC10 World’s Car kits.
And in 2016 we released option parts for the RC10T as well. After numerous requests from customers we are happy to announce that they are available once again. These parts not only look cool, but they also use today’s manufacturing standards, plus they are a a drop fit into older vehicles.
So whether you are trying to restore that shelf queen or trying to get an older car finished up for some vintage class racing, JConcepts has you covered once again!
Transmission Motor Plate For Axial SMT10, AX10, SCX10 & Wraith Vehicles
For Axial owners JConcepts has released a new motor plate that fits a variety of their popular vehicles like the SMT10, AX10, SCX10 and Wraith vehicles or similar models that are equipped with the AXI30491 motor plate. This new plate not only looks great but offers you durability too. The motor plate is 3mm thick and crafted from precision machined aluminum.
It also uses chamfered highlighted edging and has an unique honeycomb pattern that is milled into it. It is anodized in black and also features a JC logo of authenticity.
Renegades Jr 2.2″ Monster Truck Tires
Next, were some new tire options for drivers competing in a 2.2″ Monster Truck class. Frist up are the Renegades Jr 2.2 tires which are designed to work with popular vehicles like the Traxxas Stampede and Rustler, the Axial SMT10 or any other 2.2″ based rigs. They match up perfectly with our Midwest Wheels and include “React” open cell inserts. These tires use a Chevron style tread with back cut lugs.
These lugs provide a small transition during high-speed cornering which conform to changing terrain and obstacles. They are available in either our Soft Blue and Medium Gold compounds. Blue is recommended for dirt, grass and asphalt race surfaces, while Gold tends to work better on carpet, AstroTurf and polished concrete racing conditions.
Fling Kings Jr 2.2″ Monster Truck Tires
The other option is our popular Fling King tread pattern that is now available for 2.2″ Monster Trucks too. These tires also work on our Midwest Wheels and also include the “React” open cell inserts. These tires are perfect for driving sessions through mud, dirt, gravel and grass.
The tire design uses a V-style tread with a replicated “hand cut” pattern which you with full scale vehicles. These are also available in our Soft Blue and Medium Gold compounds and excel better on the same types of surfaces mentioned above with the Renegades Jr 2.2″ tires.
React 2.2″ 2wd & 4wd Rear Open Cell Inserts
JConcepts now offers the React foam for 1/10 2wd and 4wd Buggy tires. Through testing and driver feedback it was determined that using a narrower rear insert while competing on carpet and turf tracks produces different handling characteristics. By using a narrower insert there is more room for the the tire’s sidewall to plunge to gain more side-bite. So use these as another tuning option and hit the track faster thanks to JConcepts.
JCI Mortician Clear Monster Truck Body
For drivers who like to run their Axial SMT10 or similar vehicles, JConcepts now offers a new body to add to their mausoleum of monster trucks. The new JCI Mortician Clear Monster Truck Body is a direct fit for 12.5-13.00″ wheelbase trucks and features a scale inspired window and windshield design.
The body design also uses a beak style front end and the headlights can be customized with the included decal sheet. The rear of the body also incorporates a tall panel section to help you customize the look of your body more with a custom paint scheme or decal arrangement.
Destination Hat Now Available In A New Color
JConcepts adds a new color option to the existing Destination Hat product line. Now available is this new destressed heather color option with a white mesh, snap-back fit. The same familiar JConcepts lightning bolt shield logo is included on the front in a leather patch which rests sharply above the rounded bill of this great looking hat.
Building on the success of our React foam is the new Cush Scaler Inserts. These narrower inserts fit inside class 1 tires like our Bounty Hunters and Landmines, and the flat profile shape of the inserts helps to achieve that scale look. The foam provides enough support for your tires but yet is giving enough to allow the tire’s carcass, lugs, and sidewall flex so that the tires continues to grip onto any surface it might come in contact with. The inserts use a 1.9″ inner diameter to make them compatible with many tires out on the market for this class and are gray in color.