Coming from VP Pro are two shock boots sets for 1/8th off-road buggies. Available for the front or the rear the boots attach to the lower parts of the shock body and slip over the shock shaft to prevent them for becoming excessively dirty in dusty, wet or even muddy track conditions. The universal design works with a wide range of brands and the boots come in sets of four for the front or the rear of the buggy.
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Techra’s recently introduced interchangeable split/1-piece suspension mount set is soon also available for the VBC Racing D09 touring car. The kit will include two CNC-machined 7075-T6 aluminium split mounts and also one aluminium and one brass 1-piece connection bride that couples and reinforces the assembly, making it in fact as rigid as a 1-piece mount. The system allows to adapt the chassis twist to various track conditions and thanks to including a lightweight 3.1g alloy and a heavy 9.8g brass bridge, users can also fine-tune the car’s weight distribution. The split mounts were designed to accept the original suspension inserts and the set also includes four red anodised 1mm aluminium shims.
Coming from Kawada and made for the M300 FX4 1/12th scale pan car is an aluminium main chassis. Machined from 7075-T6 Duraluminium and coming anodised for wear, the chassis is best used in high-bite track conditions as it reduces chassis flex which results in a more stable ride and thus faster lap times. The chassis is usable with the optional floating servo mount and it is understood that the main plate also fits the FX3 kit.
Coming from Triton are the new L4 and L5 Pro Spec V2 Elite .21 nitro off-road engines. Both feature a new piston/sleeve design, increasing fuel mileage and providing a more aggressive bottom end power delivery while the carburettor low speed needle and housing design has been changed to provide even easier tuning. On top of this the crankcase has been optimised for power and efficiency by manipulating the internal volume and angles and the crankshaft received a DLC coating for added wear resistance and longevity. Both engines also received a new cooling head that is milled for easier engine mount driver access. As for the characteristics, the L4 offers a smooth bottom end and strong mid range and top end performance, ideal for looser tracks while the L5 delivers huge low end torque, making it best suited on high-bite tracks or when a lot of low RPM torque is needed.
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Coming from Black Fabrica and made for the optional components of KO Propo’s EX-1, EX-II and EX-RR radios are several pre-cut vinyl carbon pattern wraps. Available for the drop down extension, 3D extension, steering unit and battery stand, all parts are cut from high-quality carbon pattern vinyl that makes for easy application and high durability. The sets are available in high-gloss or textured matte finish.
Matrix Racing Tires have announced the signing of Finnish frontrunner, Teemu Leino to run their tires at all open events. The reigning ENS 200mm Champion and Infinity factory driver is a valuable addition to the team and the Italian company is looking forward to support his racing program at the best.
Source: Matrix [matrixtires.it]
Revolution Design Racing Products have introduced an aluminium battery post set for Xray’s XB2 platform buggies and trucks. The parts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they sport a finned design for cool looks and a low weight. Thanks to their design and the high-quality material used, the posts allow for a more secure battery mounting. The parts come black or orange anodised, with machined silver edge details and their visual appearance matches perfectly with RDRP’s forthcoming XB2 Ultra servo mount. With the M3 thread the XB2 aluminium battery posts are usable with standard or aftermarket battery thumb nuts.
Serpent have introduced an update for the SL6 XLi 2-speed gearbox used in the Natrix 748 200mm nitro on-road kit. The update will see a redesigned 2-speed housing with thicker outer walls for improved durability while extensive machining will reduce the overall weight for optimised rotational mass. The new design will ensure stable performance been in long finals, as does the included high-quality bearing, and the housing will become available separately or as part of the full 2-speed gearbox set that also utilises new harder 2-speed clutch shoes.
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