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October 30, 2017

Gens Ace TS Line competition LiPo battery packs

Coming from Gens Ace is the new TS Line competition LiPo battery range. Distributed exclusively by Tonisport, the batteries will be available in a range of specifications including standard size and standard voltage 7300mAh and 6800mAh packs, and also as standard length high voltage 5800mAh LCG LiHV pack. All are made of high-performance 120C cells. Also coming are a standard voltage 4400mAh/100C shorty and a 4700mA/100C LiHV shorty battery pack. The batteries will hit stores in December.

Source: Gens Ace [gensace.de]

October 30, 2017

Kyosho R4 Evo alloy middle shaft holder & servo saver

Kyosho have introduced three new aluminium option parts for the R4 Evo and R4s II 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road kits. First up is a redesigned aluminium middle layshaft mount whose 2-piece construction allows to fine-tune the chassis’ flex characteristics. The two halves can be connected using a screw for more rigidity or run separately for more flex. The parts are machined from high-quality material and they sport a dark gunmetal finish. Also new are two aluminium servo saver arms. Coming in +0 specification for a more linear steering feeling and also as +2 variant with added 2mm of length for the use with brushless servos, the arms improve the overall rigidity of the steering, offering less flex and thus improved steering feeling.

View the other new parts here

October 30, 2017

Avid RC10F6 10.75mm aluminium posts

Avid have introduced their new 10.75mm aluminium posts for the Team Associated RC10F6 formula kit. They are of a beefed-up design to help prevent them from bending in high-stress situations and they are highly recommended for the suspension arms but they can also be used as a visual and strengthened upgrade to the rear wing mounts. The posts come blue anodised, with silver details and in sets of one, two or three pairs.

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October 29, 2017

SWorkz S35-GT Pro 1/8th nitro GT kit

SWorkz have introduced their new S35-GT 1/8th nitro GT kit. Based on the electric-powered S35-GTE platform, with whom the nitro kit shares the front and rear suspension parts and gearboxes, the nitro GT features a new 2-speed centre transmission and an Ackermann steering system that comes straight from the S35-3 nitro buggy. The front upper suspension arms of the vehicle are of a multi-piece design with optional carbon fibre covers helping to add strength when running in high ambient temperatures or on very high-bite tracks. A unique front shock tower design allows for easy suspension geometry changes and the 7075 aluminium main chassis with L.F.C. Lower Friction Coefficient system will improve overall grip while offering less friction when bottoming out. The kit is rounded out by a newly developed radio tray that ensures precise throttle and braking response.

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October 29, 2017

Samix TRX-4 brass knuckle set

Samix have introduced a brass knuckle set for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. Machined from high-quality material and coming black coated for wear and looks, the knuckles weigh in at 51g per side, meaning they will add a whooping 102g per set to one of the lowest areas of the truck. The added weight will greatly lower the overall centre of gravity while shifting weight to the front of the truck for improved climb performance. The knuckles are a drop fit and work with the standard Traxxas parts as well as the respective Samix TRX-4 optionals.

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October 28, 2017

Christian Donath joins Gensace

Gensace have announced the signing of Germany’s Christian Donath to their team. Winner of last season’s fifth round of the ETS and a contender for last year’s ETS Stock championships, Christian will use the company’s competition LiPo batteries from now on and he had the following to say:

“Want to thank Gensace for the offer 2017/2018 to use their batteries. I was looking for something new and Ii know that Gensace is coming with some new batteries for this and next year. Thank you very much to Mr. Oliver Jang and Titan Chan from Gensace. Looking forward to the next races.”

October 28, 2017

Roche Pro10 carbon fibre 6.34mm rear axle set

Roche have introduced a new carbon fibre rear axle set for 1/10th 235mm Pro10 cars that use US-style rear axle shafts. Made from high-quality carbon fibre and being precision-ground to 6.34mm diameter the shaft is usable with all cars that use standard 1/4″ x 3/8″ rear axle bearings and it comes with a lightweight, black-anodised inner diff plate.

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]

October 28, 2017

UREE 1/10th buggy drive shaft boots

Japanese company UREE has introduced a pair of drive shaft boots for 1/10th off-road vehicles. Made from very tough yet flexible silicone material the boots are designed to protect the outdrive and driveshaft pin area from the influence of dust, dirt and moisture while keeping grease in at the same time. The result is a longer parts life especially in extreme environments and the boots fit the Team Associated B6, B6D, B64 and B64D, Yokomo YZ-2CA, DT and DTM, Xray XB2 and XB4, Kyosho Lazer and Ultima as well as other kits.

View the boots fitted to a B6 drivetrain here