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January 18, 2019

Redcat Racing Gen8 hop up parts

Redcat Racing have introduced new option parts for their Gen8 scale crawler. The range includes CNC-machined aluminium optionals such as the centre skid plate, transmission case housing and gear cover set as well as the transfer case housing set. All are direct replacements for the original parts, adding strength, heat dissipation capabilities and not to mention looks. The sets include all needed hardware to make them a direct fit. Another heavy duty optional are the steel splined CV front and rear driveshafts that add strength and durability. Last but not least come a clear body shell to personalise the visual appearance while an aluminium grill set adds scale realism. The grille is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes in a natural silver finish and includes mounting hardware.

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January 18, 2019

2019 RC Lemans Series – Announcement

The popular Pro10 RC Lemans Series, held in Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands, is going into its 14th season this year with the championship kicking off on the weekend of the 28th of April in Rucphen, The Netherlands. The series is held in Pro10 Modified and 10.5T Zero Boost Stock classes and as 2-day events with free practice on Saturday and qualifiers and finals on Sunday. Full information (in German language) as well as all dates and venues can be found on the official website here.

January 18, 2019

Tekno lightweight 1/8 off-road wing

Tekno RC’s new lightweight wing has been designed to eliminate unnecessary material while maintaining strength and durability. Coming in at just 41 grams, it’s meant to be the lightest moulded wing on the market by nearly ten grams. As the highest part on the vehicle, a lightweight wing improves the vehicle’s handling by lowering the centre of gravity. Injection moulded from a durable polymer blend and thoroughly track tested, it will stand up to brutal race conditions. It is also ROAR and IFMAR legal without modification, uses standard mounting locations and wing buttons. The wing is available in black, yellow and white colour.

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January 18, 2019

Knudtson doubles at DieHard RC Winter Series Rd6

Race 6 of the DieHard RC Winter Carpet Off-road Series was held at DieHard RC of Snohomish, Washington last weekend. The event brought in a staggering 193 entries in total while another 30+ novice entry showing is very promising for the future of the sport. In the 2WD Modified Buggy A-main it was Kody Knudtson with the win from the 2 spot on the grid as John Walentia, coming from P2, ended the 7-minutes race on the runner-up spot. TQ holder, Tyler Wilbur had to settle for 3rd overall.

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January 18, 2019

Intellect 2019 LiHV HV4 silicon-graphene battery range

UK Intellect distributors Schumacher have introduced the new 2019 range of LiHV competition battery packs. The updated LiHV HV4 Silicon-Graphene based packs will display a higher voltage and power than 2018 models while offering improved cycle time when charged at 1C rates. They can be charged at a higher C rating however, with less risk of damage to the pack. LIHV technology has the ability to be charged to 4.35v per cell, but normal racing regulations allow up to 4.2v so LiHV are considered much safer. To address market demands two options nominally are available in the form of Hi Power and Long RunTime packs. The range includes a 6000mAh high power LCG standard pack (22.5mm height, 270g), a 7000mAh long runtime standard pack (22.5mm, 270g), a 7600mAh lightweight stock standard pack (25.1mm, 305g), and a 8400mAh high power big stock standard pack (25.1mm, 330g).

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January 18, 2019

RC-Cox T4 -0.5mm & -0.75mm wheel hubs

RC-Cox have introduced two negative off-set wheel hub sets for the Xray T4 2016 to 2019 series of cars. Coming as -0.5mm or -0.75mm variant the hex hubs reduce the overall track width which can be beneficial in certain track conditions or when running specific wheels. The hubs are machined from high-quality aluminium, they come black anodised, with etched size markings for easy identification and in sets of two.

View the 0.75mm hex hubs here

January 18, 2019

Xray blue trucker cap

Coming from Xray is their new blue-colour trucker cap. Of a more modern design that most standard mesh-style trucker caps, the comfortable hat sports the 3D embossed Xray logo and its adjustable size is ideal for nearly every head size.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 18, 2019

Xpress XM1 series double joint driveshafts

Xpress have introduced a set of double joint driveshafts for the XM1S M-class 4WD touring car. They are a direct fit with the standard 5x10x4mm steering knuckle bearings and will greatly reduce the vibrations generated during cornering, resulting in improved drivetrain efficiency and better steering response.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]