Yokomo has re-introduced a new gun metal version of the Yokomo Drift Package DIB chassis. The new long wheelbase versions available in 3 colors, now you can extend your DIB 19mm to 275mm. This new long wheelbase chassis is to accommodate newer VIP drift bodies that require the added wheelbase to stay true to the scale. The new long wheelbase version of the DIB will be available in red, blue, or gun metal! If you already own a Yokomo DIB, don’t worry Team Yokomo has you covered. They have also announced the conversion kit for the current Yokomo DIB owners. The release of the Goodyear Racing GRX100 Mark X long wheelbase body will be released at the same time for ¥ 5,460. Products are scheduled for release on December 27th 2012.
Product Codes
- DP-DIBL – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis – Blue ¥ 47,000
- DP-DIBLR – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis – Red ¥ 47,000
- DP-DIBLG – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis – Gun Metal ¥ 47,000
- IB-DIBLCB – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis Conversion – Blue ¥ 10,400
- IB-DIBLCR – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis Conversion – Red ¥ 10,400
- IB-DIBLCG – Yokomo DIB Long Wheelbase Chassis Conversion – Gun Metal ¥ 10,400
- SD-MKXLBS – GOODYEAR Racing GRX130 Mark X Long Wheelbase ¥ 5,460
The new DIB in-line battery position allows for greater chassis maneuverability and unparalleled weight balance. The combination of SSG chassis and new FRP bulkheads have been designed with performance in mind. The new chassis is now more slender than the traditional DRB. The main chassis design shares some features from the recently introduced High Traction design, which will give it better handling characteristics.
The new midship motor position has also been moved forward to accommodate the in-line battery positioning. The steering assembly has been optimized so that it will have allowable Ackerman adjustment, or parallel steering geometry. The new chassis is also compatible with the short-size lightweight LiPo battery that were recently introduced by Yokomo. New counter-steer FCD kits will also be available for this chassis. Everything about this chassis has been carefully designed with RC Drift performance in mind.
Major Features DP-DIBL
- 257mm Long wheelbase
- In-line battery layout
- Chassis weight balance is down the centre line of the chassis
- High efficiency 2 belt drive
- Front midship motor layout
- Adjustable Ackerman geometry
- 45 degree steering angle
- SSG double deck chassis
- SSG front and rear damper stay
- Precision aluminium motor mount
- Low friction universal shafts (front and rear)
- Standard aluminium oil filled shocks
- Full ball bearings
Source: Team Yokomo Japan
