August 24, 2017

Speedzone introduce new modified & stock BL motors

Speedzone have introduced their latest brushless motor based on months of testing and previous customer feedback. This latest motor is the most powerful, efficient, tunable and lightweight motor ever offered by Speedzone. The motor’s can was built to allow maximum air flow, keeping temperature cool and the motor efficient. The stator was designed to produce the very best resistance while being as light as possible without sacrificing performance and power. In addition, the sensor board was built with strict tolerances which now translates to evenly distributed sensor board numbers. A variety of spec and modified turns are available and they are bench tested to ensure sensor, stator and ball bearings are all functioning to a strict quality control. Optional spec and modified rotors will be available for tuning to various track surfaces and conditions.

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August 24, 2017

Protoform ’68 Mustang body & VTA wheels

Protoform have introduced new parts for VTA racers in the form of the 1968 Ford Mustang body shell as well as new VTA wheels. Starting with the body shell, the Mustang sports the signature fastback roofline, an aggressive stance, the iconic hood and pillar vents, and it is made using the latest molding technology to form the body from single piece of polycarbonate. This does away with the usual add-on front or rear clips to assemble, making for a lighter and more rigid body. The Mustang meets all VTA class rules, it comes with a detailed decal sheet, protective overspray film and window masks.

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August 23, 2017

Samix CFX-series brass spring retainers

Coming from Samix and made for the CFX-W and CFX trucks are brass spring retainers. Machined from high-quality material and coming in a black/golden 2-tone finish, the spring cups weigh in at 15g for all four which adds valuable weight to one of the lowest areas of the car, improving climbing performance and looks. Additionally the rigid material makes for a more secure spring fitment compared to the standard plastic parts. The spring retainers come in sets of four and they are available now.

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August 23, 2017

Yuki Model digital battery capacity checker

Coming from Yuki Model is the new digital battery capacity checker. Usable with all batteries or balance wires that utilise JST EH or XH balancer ports, the battery checker is able to display the overall battery or single cell voltage of Lithium-based 2S to 8S batteries while also telling about the remaining battery capacity, highest/lowest voltage and voltage differences. Additionally the device is usable with 2-cell to 4-cell NiXX packs and it includes balancer and discharge functions beside a servo and ESC tester.

Source: Yuki Model [yuki-model.de]

August 23, 2017

JConcepts Aero & Aero S-type rear wing centre dividers

JConcepts have introduced their new Aero and Aero S-type rear wing centre dividers. The dividers are simple, yet effective and together with wings like the Aero, can provide additional stability and performance needed. Each centre divider has built-in adjustments that allow the driver to alter the height in order to match conditions at hand. The parts are light-weight and feature the JConcepts leading edge wing chamfer which match existing side-dams. Special consideration has been made to line-up with the Aero wing including a hard bevel on the base for better fitment and more air channeling. The standard Aero divider fits JConcepts’ #0168, #0169, #0178, and #0179 wings while the S-type suits the #0173 and #0181 wings. The dividers are available separately with each including two pieces.

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August 23, 2017

ARC sign Richard Volta

ARC have announced the signing of French 1/8th on-road front runner, Richard Volta. The former Infinity driver made a short break from nitro on-road racing and he will reinforce ARC’s team at events such as the forthcoming World Championships in Monteux, France. Richard says:

After one year rest of my R/C racing, now I come back with Team ARC, I am happy to Join ARC 1/8th On-Road racing team , will do my best of this new challenge, hope see you all at coming World Championship in Monteux France.

Source: ARC [arc-rc.com.tw]

August 23, 2017

Yeah Racing 35mm & 25mm cleaning brushes

Yeah Racing have introduced their new 35mm and 25mm cleaning brushes. Made using soft yet durable bristles the brushes are ideal for all cleaning tasks and the ergonomically shaped rubber handles make cleaning of all on-road and off-road vehicles easy. The brushes are available separately form now on.

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