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March 13, 2017

Muchmore Impact 2700mAh 7.4V receiver battery pack

Muchmore have introduced the new Impact 2700mAh 7.4V LiPo receiver battery pack. The pack sports the industry standard “hump” design and 60x32x31.5mm dimensions, making it usable with a wide range of 1/8th off-road buggies and trucks. The battery is made using high-quality cells, it comes pre-wired with JR-style receiver and XH-type balance connectors and it is usable without an additional voltage regulator when coupled to high-voltage compatible receivers and servos.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

March 13, 2017

T-Works BD8 & T4 shock cap spacer sets

T-Works have introduced two sets of shock cap spacers for the Yokomo BD8/7 and Xray T4 series of touring cars. Available in a 0.3mm or a 0.5mm variant, the spacers were designed to reduce the shock’s rebound pressure by enlarging the distance between the shock body and the upper cap. The spacers come in sets of four and they are a direct fit to both the Yokomo and Xray shock absorbers.

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March 13, 2017

Kyosho RB6.6 carbon fibre battery plate

Coming from Kyosho and made for the RB6.6 2WD off-road buggy is a carbon fibre battery plate. Cut from high-quality material and sporting counter sunk holes for optional battery stoppers, the plate is a direct replacement for the kit’s composite plastic part. Due to being less flexible the battery is held in place more securely while the carbon fibre part also adds visual impact.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

March 11, 2017

T-Works MP9 TKI4/3 carbon fibre upper plate

T-Works have introduced a carbon fibre upper plate for the Kyosho MP9 TKI4 and TKI3 1/8th off-road buggies. Machined from high-quality material, the plate is a direct replacement for the standard aluminium part, adding visual impact to the front end of the buggy.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

March 11, 2017

EV-Peak AR1 touch screen 300W DC charger

New from EV-Peak comes the AR1 300W touch screen multi-chemistry charger. Made for the use with 11VDC to 32VDC input the device features a strong charge circuit good enough for up to 25A of charge current with 1S to 6S LiPo battery packs or 1 to 15 cell NiMH batteries. The charger offers several charge modes, one of which is a dedicated LiHV mode, it measure 102x120x46mm and weighs in at 450g. A large back-lit touch screen display allows for easy menu operation.

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March 10, 2017

JConcepts Pinion Puck pinion gear holder

Coming from JConcepts is the Pinion Puck pinion gear holder. The circular design and aluminium material surrounds the pinion gear and protects the finish of the valued gears from damage. Each Pinion Puck has steel pins pressed into location giving the proper placement for the pinion. The pins also provide a sturdy area for the holding set screw to clamp against. The gear holder is available in two variants, one for 17T to 26T 48 pitch gears and one for 27T to 36T 48 pitch gears. Each pinion cavity is laser etched, indicating proper size ranging and the centre features a recess to hold small components and also etched to indicate overall size of the Puck while displaying JConcepts branding. The carriers are available in blue or black colours.

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March 10, 2017

Modelix Racing welcomes Jonnhy Pastor

Modelix Racing have announced the signing of Spanish on-road frontrunner, Jonnhy Pastor to their team. Although being widely known for his on-road skills, Jonnhy will make a step into off-road racing this season using Procircuit tyres, Ultimate engines and accessories as well as Nitrolux fuel.

Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]

March 10, 2017

Muchmore 5mm LCG Euro connectors

Following the introduction of the 4mm LCG Euro connectors, Muchmore also have a 5mm variant available. With a total length of 15mm the plugs are usable with standard height 25.7mm and also LCG 23mm LiPo battery packs and their low height head ensures neat wiring and unnecessary height build-up for a professional and clean looking wiring job. The connectors are gold-plated for wear and low resistance and they come in sets of two.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]