S-Workz have released their new BB80 offroad starter box. Featuring a strong, lightweight construction it can be powered by 1-4pc 6-cell 7.2v batteries or a 12V 7A lead acid pack. The starter wheel is driven a single high torque 775 motor, which is run through a drive reduction gearbox, and the box itself is supplied with easily adjustable mounting brackets to allow you to align a wide range of buggies and truggies.
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ST Racing Concepts have produced this high quality graphite motor mount plate and electronics plate to help reduce the weight on your Slash 4×4, while adding that trick factory look to your truck. Their new precision CNC machined rear hub carriers add an extra 0.5 deg. toe-in over the stock plastic hub carriers for a little extra rear traction and stability. These hubs also features their new manufacturing process that drills the bearing holes after anodizing, which allow the tightest tolerance possible around the bearing area. Available in blue, gun metal, red and silver anodizing.
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Fastrax have released a complete line of 100% Pure Silicone shock oil. Available in 50ml bottles in half weights for even finer shock tuning for racers they have also introduced selected weights in larger 90ml bottles for 1/8th and 1/5th racers.
Source: Fastrax [fastrax-rc.com]
The HPI Blitz has received a makeover packed full of exciting new additions. it is now equipped with a high quality 2.4GHz radio system for crystal free driving, along with an all-new waterproof SC-15WP ESC and receiver box for wet weather excitement. Also included is a full set of bonus accessories necessary to get you up and running as soon as you open the box. A Plazma stick pack, AA’s, and charger make running quicker and easier than ever. Topping everything off is a fresh new Skorpion body and graphics that has as much function as it does form.
JConcepts has introduced a One Size Fits Most Manta V2 body. With no pre-determined marks, the V2 body includes mounting templates and a guide to make body mounting short work. With confirmed drop-on placement for the Slash, Slash 4×4, SC10, SC10 4×4, XXX-SCT, SCT-E, Ultima SC, HPI Blitz and Durango DESC410R the Manta V2 fits the biggest variety of the most popular SCT trucks in one fell-swoop.
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New from Exotek for the Xray T3’11 are these heavy duty yet lightweight adjustable carbon fibre LiPo brackets for the Xray T3’11 chassis. The sliding brackets makes for better battery positioning and more secure mounting preventing sudden weight shifts that can unbalance your car. Also includes adjustable center rail (must drill extra hole in stock Xray chassis), which is a direct fit for the Exotek chassis.
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After a three-year absence, the Reedy name is making a return to the competition 1:10 electric motor scene. Reedy’s Sonic line of brushed motors were a favorite of racers worldwide and powered numerous National and World Champions in the late ’80s and early ’90s. It is only fitting that the famous Sonic name be revived for the first complete line of competition brushless motors from the world-renowned Reedy brand. Designed strictly for competition and already proven at the highest level, the Reedy Sonic brushless motors feature a lightweight case design with extra-large, strategically placed vent holes to reduce operating temperatures. Lower temperatures result in less fade over the course of a race, longer run times, and increased motor life. A precision balanced high-strength sintered rotor is supported by dual ball bearings for maximum RPM and reliability. Adjustable timing and a variety of optional rotors allows for fine tuning for particular applications and tracks. Several models for both stock and modified racing are available and all meet ROAR, EFRA, and IFMAR specifications.
Source: Reedy [rc10.com]
New from Exotek Racing for the Blitz (and E-Firestorm) is this carbon fibre battery strap with anodized locking clips for super secure, yet convenient battery installation. Turn the 2 alloy tabs to slip the strap off or turn turn them to lock it down. Lighter and of course stronger then the stock strap with that factory team look.
